Big South Honors Standout Baseball Players
The Big South Conference revealed its 2026 baseball awards, recognizing a record seven athletes from Charleston Southern University, among them four who earned First‑Team All‑Conference honors, a milestone that marks the school’s most extensive representation in a single season.
The accolades come as the Buccaneers gear up for the conference championship, opening play against Radford at 11 a.m. on ESPN+, a broadcast that will showcase the team’s depth and momentum heading into the tournament.
Statistical Leaders and Key Contributors
Alex Marot sits seventh in the league with a .339 batting average while contributing 49 runs and 51 RBIs; Blake Edgmon, a fixture in every game this year, boasts a .355 average and 50 RBIs, ranking third and fifth respectively; Nathan Martinez leads the conference on‑base percentage at .538 and holds a .390 average, while Kain Collins has stolen 27 bases, placing him second in both school history and the league.
Pitcher Matt Gallant remains unbeaten at 6‑0, tying him for third in conference wins, and Lucas Pringle earned Honorable Mention All‑Conference and All‑Academic Team honors, underscoring the program’s blend of athletic and scholarly excellence.
Freshman Caden Wolfley added another spark with 17 successful steals in 22 attempts, earning a spot on the All‑Freshman Team, a testament to the team’s depth and future prospects.
The upcoming matchup against Radford not only pits the Buccaneers against a familiar rival but also serves as a showcase for the conference’s rising talent, with ESPN+ set to broadcast the opening game live to fans across the region.