The 2011 Belmont Baseball put together one of the most extraordinary seasons and postseason runs in Bruin history. After defeating the likes of Tennessee, Mississippi State and Purdue in the non-conference, Belmont’s remarkable ride began with a series victory at nationally-ranked Stetson to qualify for the Atlantic Sun Conference tournament. Belmont carried momentum into the tournament as four days later at nearby Lipscomb, it defeated the Hatters for a third consecutive game. Led by Tournament Most Valuable Player Derek Hamblen, the Bruins stormed through Stetson, Kennesaw State and Mercer to capture the ASUN championship. The Nashville community hopped on for the magical ride, as Belmont was placed in the NCAA Tournament regional at Vanderbilt. Victories over perennial power Oklahoma State and Sun Belt champion Troy lifted the Bruins into their first-ever regional final