In Athens, Georgia, the South Carolina Gamecocks are eager to notch their first win against the Georgia Bulldogs after two nail-biting losses. As the series finale unfolds, the Gamecocks (13-15, 1-7) are determined to turn the tide against the Bulldogs (22-6, 6-2), who have edged them out in the first two games.
The action kicks off at 1 p.m., with fans able to catch the game on SEC Network +.
First Inning Action:
South Carolina starts strong as Patrick Evans draws a four-pitch walk. Luke Yuhasz follows with a double, pushing Evans to third.
A grounder slips past Tre Phelps at third, showing a departure from his usual defensive prowess. Jake Randolph, after a quick mound visit by the catcher, slices an RBI single to right, wisely holding Yuhasz at third.
Talmadge LeCroy strikes out on a breaking ball, but KJ Scobey steps up, sending a sac fly to center to bring in a run. Randolph advances to second on a wild pitch, but Tyler Bak strikes out to end the inning.
The Gamecocks are off to a promising start.
Georgia responds with Phelps slicing a single to right, followed by Daniel Jackson doubling down the right field line. With runners in scoring position, Henry Allen’s check swing bouncer leaves LeCroy hesitating, loading the bases.
Michael O'Shaughnessy hits into a double play, but it brings a run home. An infield single that Evans can’t handle ties the game.
Randolph secures a pop-up in left to close the inning with a 2-2 scoreline.
Lineups:
South Carolina Gamecocks:
- 3B Patrick Evans
- RF Luke Yuhasz
- LF Jake Randolph
- C Talmadge LeCroy
- SS KJ Scobey
- CF Tyler Bak
- 2B Logan Sutter
- DH Will Craddock
- 1B Beau Hollins
Georgia Bulldogs:
- 3B Tre Phelps
- C Daniel Jackson
- LF Henry Allen
- 1B Michael O'Shaughnessy
- CF Rylan Lujo
- DH Jack Arcamone
- 2B Ryan Black
- SS Kolby Branch
- RF Cole Johnson
Pitching Matchup:
For the Bulldogs, right-hander Brandon Stone brings a 3-1 record with a 2.39 ERA over 26.1 innings, showcasing control with 36 strikeouts against 10 walks. South Carolina counters with lefty Kenny Ishikawa, who’s looking to improve on his 1-1 record and 9.35 ERA in 8.2 innings, having struck out 10 while issuing 5 walks.
As the game progresses, both teams are poised to battle it out in what promises to be an exciting series finale.