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The USC Upstate Spartans defeated Longwood University 11-8 in the opening game of the Big South Baseball Championship, highlighted by Trey Bentley’s career‑day grand slam and a strong pitching effort from Chris Torres.
Longwood’s sixth‑seeded baseball team is set to compete in the Big South Tournament, boasting a top‑ranked pitching staff, 11 conference wins, and All‑Conference standouts Jaxon Lloyd and JR Fordham.
The Spartans, seeded third, open the 2026 Big South Baseball Championship on May 20 against Longwood, aiming for a second straight title and an NCAA Tournament berth.
Five Longwood baseball players receive All-Big South honors, highlighted by historic first-team selections for Jaxon Lloyd and JR Fordham, as the Lancers prepare for the tournament.
Max Bianchini and Jacob Kirby were honored by the Big South Conference for their performances in recent games against Clemson and Northern Kentucky.
Longwood University’s baseball team finished the regular season with a 29‑25 record and will enter the Big South Tournament as the sixth seed, facing USC Upstate in Asheville, North Carolina.
High Point University secured the top seed for the first time in program history, and the championship will be held at Asheville's HomeTrust Park, featuring a six‑team double‑elimination bracket and ESPN+ broadcast.
Longwood University’s baseball squad saw its regular‑season campaign end with an 11‑5 loss to Winthrop, a result that leaves the Lancers with a 0‑1 record in their final tune‑up before the Big South Tournament.
USC Upstate overcame a five‑run deficit with a clutch three‑run homer from Brady Small, honoring a ten‑member senior class before clinching a 10‑8 victory and gearing up for the Big South tournament.
USC Upstate erased a seven‑run deficit with clutch hits from Preston Lucas, Trey Bentley and Maloy Heaghney, while the pitching staff recorded a season‑high 15 strikeouts.
A dramatic 7‑6 win over Elon saw the Spartans overcome early setbacks, tie the game in the ninth, and clinch victory with a walk‑off single in the tenth.
A recent honoree of the George A. Christenberry Award, Aubrie Kierscht joins a select group of Spartans who have excelled both in the classroom and on the hardwood, underscoring the program’s commitment to holistic development.
The Spartans conclude a pivotal weekend series, featuring standout performances from Max Kaplan, Brian DuRoff and Jake Paulick, as they prepare for the Big South Tournament in Asheville.
Coach Marty Richter announced Derek Edmond’s commitment, highlighting his rapid statistical growth and potential to impact the program on both ends of the floor.
Clemson's recent defeat to USC Upstate highlights a challenging stretch for the program, with coaching staff acknowledging the opponent's strength and the team's slim chances of securing an at‑large bid.
Clemson lost 6‑3 to USC Upstate on May 12, dropping further in the ACC standings while the Spartans eye the NCAA Tournament.
The right‑hander tossed nine innings of five‑hit baseball, striking out seven and walking just one, leading USC Upstate to a 1‑0 victory over Presbyterian.
The conference honored top performers across multiple categories, recognizing exceptional hitting, pitching and freshman contributions.