Florida’s baseball squad turned up the heat in the SEC Tournament, posting a 13‑3 win over Alabama that left the scoreboard flashing a decisive margin and secured a spot in the next round.
Offensive Surge
The Gators compiled 16 hits, nine of them for extra bases, while playing error‑free defense, a combination that underscored their rising confidence as they eye a matchup with Georgia.
Third‑baseman Ethan Surowiec was a catalyst at the plate, going four‑for‑five with a home run that sparked the offense and lifted team morale.
Pitching Masterclass
On the mound, Liam Peterson delivered a standout outing, striking out 14 batters and anchoring a pitching staff that kept Alabama’s hitters at bay.
Coach Kevin O'Sullivan praised the squad’s defensive polish, noting the absence of errors and emphasizing that past success against Georgia will not dictate the upcoming contest.
The win also highlighted contributions from Caden McDonald, Noah Stripling, Cade Kurland, Hayden Yost and Brendan Lawson, each adding depth to a lineup that is clicking on all cylinders.
With a nine‑win stretch in their last ten games, the Gators are peaking at the right time, and their next opponent will have to contend with a team that is firing on every cylinder.