College baseball games are typically structured to last nine innings, similar to Major League Baseball (MLB), but the actual length can vary depending on several factors such as pitching changes, scoring, and pace of play
. On average, a college baseball game lasts about 2.5 to 3 hours
. Some games may be shorter, especially in cases of doubleheaders or non- conference games where seven-inning games are sometimes scheduled
. Additionally, games can be shortened by mercy rules if one team has a large lead after a certain number of innings, usually ending early to prevent excessively long games
. Extra innings are played if the game is tied after nine innings, which can extend the duration beyond the average
. In summary:
- Standard length: 9 innings
- Average duration: 2.5 to 3 hours
- Variations: 7-inning games for doubleheaders or non-conference, mercy rule shortened games, and extra innings extending the game length
