On Tuesday, May 12, 2026, the Presbyterian College baseball team will host Western Carolina at the PC Baseball Complex in Clinton, South Carolina, in what promises to be a fitting climax to the Blue Hose’s regular‑season slate. The game marks the final home appearance for a squad that has battled through a challenging year, finishing with an 11‑41 overall record and a 7‑14 mark in the Big South Conference.
Presbyterian’s lineup features several standout hitters, including freshman Bo Moody, who bats .304, and senior Matthew Rollison, who sits at .301. James Green adds a .301 average while contributing 14 stolen bases, and Emory Guilford leads the team in hits, doubles, total bases, RBIs and triples. Amman Dewberry tops the roster with 10 home runs, tying him for seventh in the conference, while Tyrell Williams has thrown 65.1 innings with 49 strikeouts.
Rivalry and Rankings
Western Carolina arrives with a strong 32‑20 overall record and a 12‑6 Southern Conference standing, currently perched in first place. Their team batting average sits at .280 with 76 home runs, and they are led on the mound by Bryant Kimbrell, who boasts a 1.93 ERA. The Catamounts hold a 9‑5 advantage over Presbyterian in the all‑time series since the Blue Hose moved to Division I in 2008.
The upcoming matchup also showcases contrasting pitching performances. Presbyterian’s probable starter, Domaine Vann, carries a 10.13 ERA, while Western Carolina’s Bryant Kimbrell will look to maintain his sub‑2.00 ERA against a lineup that has demonstrated resilience, most recently rallying for a 6‑5 victory over USC Upstate on May 8 after a four‑run comeback.
Coach Elton Pollock, in his 22nd season at Presbyterian, continues to shape the program’s identity. His tenure includes a memorable win over No. 23 Alabama in 2025, and he has guided the team through moments such as back‑to‑back complete games by Christian Charalambous and Tristan McGregor against UNC Asheville. The coaching staff’s stability provides a steady backdrop for the young talent emerging on the field.
Looking ahead, Presbyterian will close the regular season with a road series against Gardner‑Webb, beginning Thursday night. The transition from home to away will test the team’s depth, but the experience gained from the final home game against Western Carolina could prove decisive as the Blue Hose aim to finish the season on a positive note.