The Citadel's baseball team captured its 22nd Southern Conference championship on Saturday, defeating Samford 3-1 in the conference final held in Greenville, South Carolina.
A Pitcher's Duel in Greenville
Right-hander Will Holmes took the mound for the Bulldogs and delivered a solid outing, logging seven innings while allowing just one run and striking out eight batters.
Reliever Michael Gibson came in to finish the job, shutting down the Samford offense over 1.1 innings and preserving the lead.
The victory marks the Bulldogs' first conference title since 2010, ending a 14‑year drought and cementing their status as the league's most decorated program.
Looking Ahead to the NCAA Tournament
With the win, The Citadel earned an automatic berth into the NCAA Baseball Tournament, a reward that reflects the team's consistent excellence over the past two decades.
The Bulldogs will now turn their attention to the national stage, where they will join a field of 64 teams competing for the College World Series title.