
USC Upstate Baseball Falls in Do-or-Die Regional Elimination
The Spartans concluded a historic 64-game campaign in Tuscaloosa, battling Oklahoma State in a do-or-die Regional elimination.
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The Spartans concluded a historic 64-game campaign in Tuscaloosa, battling Oklahoma State in a do-or-die Regional elimination.

Alabama’s baseball squad survived a weather delay, a late rally and a defensive miscue to beat USC Upstate 7-5, setting up a Sunday night clash that will stream on ESPN+.

USC Upstate’s baseball team pushed No.15 Alabama to the brink in Tuscaloosa before a late surge fell short, setting up a crucial elimination showdown.

The Spartans battled the Crimson Tide in a tightly contested NCAA Regional game, with Sweeney’s two‑run homer and Benton’s shutout relief, but fell 7‑5 and now face Oklahoma State in an elimination match.

Despite a hour‑long delay, Alabama’s offense erupted in the third inning and a steady bullpen effort secured a 7‑5 win over USC Upstate, with coach Rob Vaughn hailing the team’s toughness.

Alabama advances to the regional final after a 7-5 win, setting up a Sunday showdown.

USC Upstate baseball rallied late against No. 15 Alabama in the Tuscaloosa Regional, with Johnny Sweeney’s two‑run homer and Brad Benton’s clutch relief, but a late error and a near walk‑off left the Spartans just short of victory.

The Spartans clinched their second straight Big South title, a feat that positions them for the NCAA Tournament and underscores a dominant season under Coach Kane Sweeney.

The Lancers' championship dreams were extinguished on a humid evening in North Carolina as they fell 8‑1 to No. 3 USC Upstate in the Big South title game, capping a historic season that included a first‑ever championship appearance and a 34‑win campaign.

The Spartans defeated Longwood 11-8 in the Big South Tournament opener, pushing their winning streak to four games and marking their sixth consecutive 30‑win season.

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.

The Big South Conference announced its 2026 postseason awards, recognizing five USC Upstate baseball players for their performances, including multiple second‑team selections and a freshman breakout.

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.