UNCW catcher Matous Bubenik represents Czech Republic in U23 Baseball World Cup

WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — UNCW sophomore catcher Matous Bubenik is representing the Czech Republic on the international stage this week at the 2026 U23 Baseball World Cup in Nicaragua.

Bubenik has made two starts for the Czech national team, appearing in the tournament opener against Chinese Taipei and again against Australia.

In the matchup against Australia on Nov. 8, Bubenik drove in a run to help the Czech Republic secure its first victory of the tournament.

The Czech team entered Monday’s matchup against Puerto Rico in Managua with a 1-2 record through its first three games.

The Czech Republic is scheduled to wrap up the opening round of the tournament Tuesday, Nov. 10, against host Nicaragua.

Bubenik is entering his sophomore season with the UNCW Seahawks baseball program.