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The Gamecocks' coaching staff, led by Kevin Schnall, announced the addition of right‑handed pitcher Jordan Stephens from the University of Georgia, alongside the return of key position players and new assistants.
South Carolina’s baseball program has secured a high‑profile addition to its pitching staff, bringing in Jordan Stephens, a 6‑foot‑4 right‑handed pitcher who transferred from the University of Georgia. Stephens arrives with a strong résumé: a 3.92 ERA and a 4‑0 record in the 2025 season, a .164 opponent batting average, and a streak in which he did not allow a run over his first six outings.
The university announced a comprehensive coaching overhaul, bringing together veteran coaches and emerging talent to shape the next era of South Carolina baseball.
The board approved agreements that guarantee $400,000 annual salaries for the new basketball aide and six-figure wages for the baseball staff, while outlining termination payouts and tournament incentives.
Andrew Costello, a Cathedral Prep graduate, transfers to South Carolina after a breakout season at Wake Forest, while teammate Jason Fultz Jr. also shines in the Cape Cod Baseball League and enters the portal.
The board cleared multi‑year deals for Steve Smith, Matt Williams, Bill Cilento and Chad Oxendine, linking earnings to postseason milestones and leveraging past connections at Coastal Carolina.
The University of South Carolina announced a major overhaul of its baseball coaching staff on June 19, bringing in seasoned professionals to boost player development and competitive performance.
Brogan Witcher, a top‑ranked recruit from Bakersfield, chose the University of South Carolina over other options, citing the influence of coach Bill Cilento and a promising staff led by Kevin Schnall.
Fresh from a high‑profile introduction that featured a helicopter and fireworks, Coach Kevin Schnall details his blueprint for revitalizing the Gamecocks program.
South Carolina's new baseball coach Kevin Schnall introduces "Schnall Ball," a strategy that blends aggressive base stealing, power hitting and advanced analytics, supported by hires Bill Cilento and Matt Pepin.
Kevin Schnall’s appointment as head baseball coach at the University of South Carolina was marked by a dramatic helicopter arrival, enthusiastic fan reaction, and a clear vision for a decade‑long rebuild.
At a press conference marked by a dramatic helicopter arrival, Kevin Schnall thanked university leaders, family and mentors, and detailed his coaching philosophy and ambitions for the Gamecocks.
Kevin Schnall, celebrated for guiding Coastal Carolina to the College World Series in his debut season, is now tasked with reviving the University of South Carolina's baseball program after years of decline.
Former Wake Forest associate head coach Bill Cilento is set to lead the hitting development for South Carolina, bringing a proven track record of offensive success and a deep connection to the program.
New head coach Kevin Schnall assembles an experienced coaching staff, including former Coastal Carolina and Wake Forest assistants, while senior pitcher Parker Marlatt commits to returning for the 2027 season.