The 2026 Northeast (NEC) Baseball Championship schedule takes place from May 21-24, 2026, at Skylands Stadium in Augusta, NJ. The 4-team, double-elimination tournament opens Thursday, May 21, with the No. 1 vs. No. 4 and No. 2 vs. No. 3 matchups. The championship consists of six or seven games over three or four days, with the top four regular-season teams qualifying. The NEC champion earns the conference’s automatic bid to the NCAA Regionals. All games Thu through Sun will air on ESPN+ / NEC Front Row, with the Championship Game on Sat, May 23 at a time TBD.
2026 Northeast (NEC) Baseball Tournament Schedule
Here’s the 2026 Northeast (NEC) baseball tournament schedule. Once we have the seeds and matchups set, we’ll update the schedule for you here. Once the official NEC Bracket is released, we’ll let you know and have the tailored PDF available for you to print.
| Day | Game | Matchup | Time (ET) | TV / Stream |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Day One — Thursday, May 21 | ||||
| Thu, May 21 | Game 1 | No. 1 Seed vs. No. 4 Seed | TBD | ESPN+ / NEC Front Row |
| Thu, May 21 | Game 2 | No. 2 Seed vs. No. 3 Seed | TBD | ESPN+ / NEC Front Row |
| Day Two — Friday, May 22 | ||||
| Fri, May 22 | Game 3 | Loser Game 1 vs. Loser Game 2 — Elimination | TBD | ESPN+ / NEC Front Row |
| Fri, May 22 | Game 4 | Winner Game 1 vs. Winner Game 2 | TBD | ESPN+ / NEC Front Row |
| Day Three — Saturday, May 23 | ||||
| Sat, May 23 | Game 5 | Winner Game 3 vs. Loser Game 4 — Elimination | TBD | ESPN+ / NEC Front Row |
| Sat, May 23 | Game 6 | Championship: Winner Game 4 vs. Winner Game 5 | TBD | ESPN+ / NEC Front Row |
| Day Four — Sunday, May 24 | ||||
| Sun, May 24 | Game 7^ | If Necessary Championship Game | TBD | ESPN+ / NEC Front Row |
Northeast (NEC) Baseball FAQ
Where is the 2026 Northeast (NEC) Baseball Tournament being played? The tournament is being held at Skylands Stadium in Augusta, NJ, the home of the Sussex County Miners of the Frontier League.
How can I watch the Northeast (NEC) Baseball Tournament? The entire tournament is broadcast on ESPN+ / NEC Front Row.
How many teams make the Northeast (NEC) Baseball Tournament? The top 4 teams in the conference standings qualify.
What are the tiebreaker rules for seeding? Seeding is determined by conference winning percentage. If teams are tied, the first tiebreaker is head-to-head record, followed by record against common Northeast (NEC) opponents.
College Baseball Resources
2026 D1 Baseball Tournament: Master Schedule & CWS Guide
2026 College Baseball Postseason Hub
2026 NCAA DI Baseball & College World Series Schedule
