Charleston, S.C. – Baseball hosts Georgia Southern on Tuesday

Charleston, S.C. – Baseball hosts Georgia Southern on Tuesday

Last Time Out

The College of Charleston baseball team is gearing up to host Georgia Southern in the finale of a three-game season series on Tuesday at 4:00 p.m. The Cougars and Eagles have had similar success in their previous two meetings, with each team securing a win. Charleston emerged victoriously in game one two weeks ago with a score of 8-6, but Georgia Southern turned the tables and run-ruled the Cougars 13-3 in their last matchup.

The Cougars are flying high after a successful weekend in New York, where they swept a three-game series against Stony Brook to advance to a 17-9 overall record and a 4-2 mark in CAA play. Charleston’s offense was firing on all cylinders in the first two games of the series, with standout performances from players like Cole Singsank, Luke Wood, and Dylan Johnson. Their solid hitting combined with strong pitching led to impressive victories over Stony Brook.

In the series finale, Connor Campbell delivered a stellar performance on the mound, keeping the Seawolves at bay through seven innings and helping secure a 6-2 win. The Cougars’ bats once again came alive, with home runs from Singsank, Avery Neaves, and Cole Mathis contributing to the win. Davis Aiken closed out the game in the ninth inning, earning his fifth save of the season.

Scouting the Eagles

On the other side, Georgia Southern is coming off a successful weekend in Sun Belt play, where they clinched a series win against Arkansas State on the road. The Eagles, now boasting a 14-13 overall record and a 5-4 conference record, showcased their offensive prowess by averaging 7.5 runs per game over the last seven games.

JD Kaiser has been a standout performer for Georgia Southern, leading the team with four home runs and showcasing his power against Charleston in their previous matchups. Josh Tate has also been a consistent force at the plate, maintaining a team-leading .349 batting average. Jarrett Brown has been on a hot streak as well, elevating his average to .309 and providing crucial hits for the Eagles.

Gameday Reminders

As the Cougars gear up to face off against Georgia Southern on Tuesday, here are a few gameday reminders for fans:

• The game is set to begin at 4:00 p.m. at Patriots Park.
• Gates will open one hour before the first pitch.
• The College of Charleston has implemented a Clear Bag Policy for athletics events, so make sure to review the policy before attending.
• Single-game and season tickets are still available for purchase.

Promotions

Following a Cougars win, kids will have the opportunity to run the bases, adding an extra layer of excitement to the game day experience. Kids can enter and exit using the stairs nearest the patio along the first base line.

With both teams looking to secure a series win in their final matchup, Tuesday’s game promises to be a thrilling showdown between Charleston and Georgia Southern. Be sure to catch all the action as the Cougars take on the Eagles in this highly anticipated clash on the diamond.