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The Upstate Spartans rolled past High Point with a 5-0 shutout, earning their fourth consecutive Big South Championship Game appearance and setting the stage for a historic showdown.
The Upstate baseball team posted a 5‑0 victory against High Point, moving to the championship game after a weather‑forced venue change and a standout pitching performance.
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.
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.