The South Carolina Gamecocks softball team, under new head coach Ashley Chastain, is set to begin their 2025 season with a series of home games. The season kicks off with the Gamecock Invitational from February 6-9, featuring matchups against East Carolina, Providence, Saint Francis (PA), Toledo, and Virginia. This tournament marks the beginning of a 15-game home stretch, providing fans ample opportunity to support the team at Carolina Softball Stadium at Beckham Field.
First official practice of 2025 in the books! pic.twitter.com/NLOAeVgYxD
— Gamecock Softball (@GamecockSoftbll) January 6, 2025
The Gamecocks’ SEC play commences on March 7 with an away series against defending national champion Oklahoma. Their SEC home opener is scheduled for March 14-16 against Georgia. The season also includes notable matchups, such as a home-and-home series with Clemson on March 25 and April 15, and weekend series against Duke and Texas Tech.
As of today, January 6, 2025, the team is holding its first official practice of the season. This practice marks the beginning of Coach Chastain’s tenure with the Gamecocks, bringing a renewed sense of energy and anticipation for the upcoming season. The team is focused on building cohesion and refining their skills to compete at a high level in both non-conference and SEC play.
In addition to the on-field preparations, the Lexington County Gamecock Club is hosting a banquet this evening at Timberlake Country Club to introduce Coach Chastain and new Head Baseball Coach Paul Mainieri. The event begins at 6:00 PM and offers fans and supporters an opportunity to engage with the new coaching staff as they embark on this exciting chapter for South Carolina athletics.