Charleston Hosts Charleston Southern in Midweek Matchup
In a highly anticipated midweek showdown, the city of Charleston is gearing up for an exciting baseball game as the College of Charleston hosts Charleston Southern at Patriots Point. This marks the first of three meetings scheduled between the two teams this season, with one game at CSU and another at Patriots set for April.
Rivalry Renewed
With the Cougars emerging victorious in their lone matchup last season with an 8-0 win at Patriots, they will look to continue their dominance over the Bucs. The Cougars hold a commanding lead in the all-time series with a record of 60-17, with Charleston Southern’s last victory dating back to 2019.
Last Time Out
Charleston enters the game fresh off a series win over Penn last weekend, despite the weather-shortened three-game series. In the opening contest, the Cougars staged an impressive comeback from a 5-1 deficit to secure an 11-5 victory. They followed it up with solid performances in games two and three to clinch the series win.
Scouting the Bucs
Charleston Southern arrives with a 7-9 record, having secured series wins over Delaware State and Lehigh at the start of the season. The Bucs faced setbacks against Rutgers and The Citadel but managed to split a midweek series with Penn. Their recent outing against Samford saw a mixed bag of results, with a win in the final game of the series.
The Bucs’ offense has been firing on all cylinders, with standout performances from hitters like Cade Conway and Chandler Tuupo. Conway leads the team with a .418 batting average and nine stolen bases, while Tuupo contributes significantly with a .412 average, six doubles, 18 RBIs, and four home runs.
Gameday Information
For fans planning to attend the game at Patriots Point, gates will open one hour before the first pitch. The College of Charleston enforces a Clear Bag Policy for all athletics events, so be sure to familiarize yourself with the guidelines before heading to the stadium. Tickets are still available for purchase, both as single-game passes and season tickets.
As the Charleston baseball team prepares to take on Charleston Southern in this midweek clash, the stage is set for a thrilling contest between the two local rivals. Fans can expect an intense battle on the diamond as both teams look to gain the upper hand in this early-season matchup.
