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South Carolina baseball & softball remain undefeated: Dominant start to 2025 season

The South Carolina Gamecocks baseball and softball teams are off to a perfect start in 2025, both remaining undefeated. See how their dominant performances on the mound and at the plate have set the tone for a promising season.
ByLauren Beasley|
South Carolina senior Jen Cummings (19) hits a solo home run to put the Gamecocks ahead of Clemson 3-2 during the top of the third inning at McWhorter Stadium in Clemson Wednesday, March 20, 2024.
South Carolina senior Jen Cummings (19) hits a solo home run to put the Gamecocks ahead of Clemson 3-2 during the top of the third inning at McWhorter Stadium in Clemson Wednesday, March 20, 2024. | Ken Ruinard / staff / USA TODAY NETWORK

As of February 24, 2025, both the University of South Carolina’s baseball and softball teams are enjoying undefeated seasons.

Baseball Team:

The Gamecocks baseball team has achieved an 8-0 record. Their recent performances include midweek victories over Winthrop (5-3) and Queens (7-2), followed by a three-game sweep against Milwaukee. In the series finale against Milwaukee, South Carolina secured a decisive 14-4 win, concluding the game in eight innings.  

Softball Team:

The Gamecocks softball team boasts a perfect 15-0 record, marking the best start in the program’s history. Notably, they have achieved 10 run-rule victories this season, with six of them ending in walk-off fashion. In a recent game, South Carolina overcame an early 4-0 deficit to defeat UNLV 9-4, demonstrating resilience and offensive strength.  

Both teams are showcasing exceptional performances, generating excitement among fans and setting high expectations for the remainder of their seasons.

South Carolina Baseball & Softball Summary (As of Feb. 23, 2025)

Baseball (Record: 8-0, SEC: 0-0)

Batting Leaders:

      • Ethan Petry (.444 AVG, 3 HR, 9 RBI, .852 SLG)

      • Nathan Hall (.385 AVG, 1 HR, 7 RBI, .654 SLG)

      • Jose Voit (.357 AVG, 1 HR, 6 RBI, .571 SLG)

      Pitching Leaders:

      • Matthew Becker (1.59 ERA, 11.1 IP, 17 K)

      • Jake McCoy (3.00 ERA, 9.0 IP, 17 K)

      • Ryder Garino (0.00 ERA, 5.0 IP, 3 K)

Team Stats:

      • Batting Average: .281

      • Home Runs: 10

      • ERA: 2.99

      • Opponents’ Batting Avg.: .148

Softball (Record: 14-0)

Key Wins:

      • Beat Virginia (7-6, 5-4)

      • Shutout Wins: Providence (8-0), Saint Francis (7-0), Georgia State (13-0), Miami (OH) (8-0), App State (11-0), Boston U. (8-0)

      • Defeated North Carolina 11-3

Scoring Dominance:

      • Outscored opponents 118-17 in 14 games

      • 10 wins by 8+ runs

Both teams are off to dominant starts, with baseball undefeated and showing strong pitching, while softball is overpowering opponents with elite scoring and defense.

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