Mavericks Drop Series Finale to ULM but Clinch Weekend Victory

Laracuente’s Three Hits Highlight Offense as Mavericks Look Ahead to Oklahoma

Well, you can’t win ‘em all, and Sunday at Clay Gould Ballpark proved just that for the UT Arlington Mavericks. Wrapping up their weekend series against ULM on March 8, 2026, the Mavericks took one on the chin with a 12-2 loss. But don’t let that final score fool you—UTA still walked away with the bigger prize: a 2-1 series victory, keeping their early-season momentum alive and kicking. The Mavericks name has been making headlines across sports lately, including Cooper Flagg’s impressive NBA debut for Dallas against the Spurs, which showcased another rising talent carrying the Mavericks banner.

Sunday’s matchup felt a bit like trying to catch lightning in a bottle—ULM’s bats came out swinging, grabbing an early lead and never letting go. Still, there was a silver lining: Harold Laracuente was hotter than a Texas summer, going 3-for-4 at the plate and giving the Mavericks’ offense a much-needed jolt, even as the scoreboard told a different story.

Dylan Skolfield drew the short straw on the mound for UT Arlington, taking the loss and moving his season record to 0-3. On the flip side, ULM’s JC Dermody was dealing all afternoon, bumping his record up to a sparkling 3-0 and keeping Maverick hitters guessing with every pitch.

Sure, dropping the series finale stings a bit, but let’s not lose sight of the big picture: taking two out of three from ULM is no small feat. Winning a series at home is like money in the bank for a team with postseason dreams, and the Mavericks are showing they’ve got the grit to stay in the thick of conference play.

This Mavericks squad is a blend of seasoned vets and hungry newcomers, and Laracuente’s big day at the plate is proof there’s plenty of depth in the lineup. On the basketball side, Dallas has also welcomed good news recently with Cooper Flagg returning to the Mavericks lineup after injury, adding another boost for fans following the franchise’s rising stars. While the pitching staff is still searching for its groove, those flashes of offensive firepower over the weekend give fans plenty to cheer about as the season heats up.

Next up, UT Arlington hits the road for a midweek showdown with the Oklahoma Sooners on Tuesday, March 10. First pitch is set for 6:30 PM Central Time at Kimrey Family Stadium in Norman, Oklahoma. Whether you’re tuning in on ESPN’s streaming platform, catching the call on The Varsity Network, or snagging tickets to see the action live, there’s no shortage of ways to follow the Mavericks.

For the die-hard fans and the casual followers alike, the official UTA athletics website is your one-stop shop for the full 2026 schedule, roster, and all the latest news. And if you’re glued to your phone, don’t forget to check out the team’s updates and highlights on X (Twitter), Instagram, and Facebook as the season rolls on.

With the ULM series in the rearview mirror, the Mavericks are dusting themselves off and setting their sights on Oklahoma. Around the NBA, standout rookie performances have also been grabbing attention, highlighted by Victor Wembanyama leading the Spurs to a dominant win over the Rockets in one of the league’s biggest recent results. After all, in baseball—and in life—it’s not about how you fall, but how you bounce back.