#south-carolina-baseball

#south-carolina-baseball

"How much is it going to cost us? That's the conversation. You've got to lead with that. Because you don't really want to waste your time."

Rick Pitino has signed a new deal with St. John's University, extending his contract through the 2029-30 season and receiving a significant pay increase. His leadership has transformed the program, leading to a 20-13 record in his first season and a remarkable 31-5 record in 2024-25, which included winning both the regular season and Big East Tournament titles.

Ojulari set the Giants' record for most sacks by a rookie in 2021. His quick first step and relentless motor made him a handful for opposing tackles to contain.

UConn is outscoring opponents by 37.8 points per game with a +1435 scoring differential overall. It puts up 87.9 points per game, second in college basketball, and gives up 50.1 per contest, first in college basketball.

Indiana's magical run to a College Football Playoff championship was keyed by an exceptional season from transfer quarterback Fernando Mendoza. The Oregon Ducks, who the Hoosiers beat in the semifinals, had a transfer (Malik Benson) as their leading receiver while two freshmen running backs, Jordon Davison and Dierre Hill Jr., were core cogs in the rushing attack.

I take full responsibility for the win/loss record of the baseball program over the 80 games I have served as head coach. My goal was to work with young people again and restore the South Carolina program to greatness with a return to Omaha.

Charleston (SC) was victorious in its most recent game against UNC Wilmington, 79-76, on Sunday. Jlynn Counter led the way with 23 points, plus three rebounds and seven assists. In its previous game, Towson defeated Hampton on Saturday, 74-68. Tyler Tejada scored a team-high 35 points (and added three assists and six boards).

Winthrop averages 84.2 points per game (25th in college basketball) while allowing 75.1 per contest (221st in college basketball). It has a +291 scoring differential overall and outscores opponents by 9.1 points per game. The Eagles are averaging 84.2 points, 12.0 more than the Blue Hose allow.

The program checks in at No. 2 in the nation after picking up three ranked wins over Southeastern Prep (Fla.), AZ Compass Prep (Ariz.) and Faith Family (Texas). Kevin Boyle is in his first year leading Spire Academy, following a dominant tenure at Montverde Academy (Fla.). Principia (Miss.) and Bartlett (Tenn.) have both played their way into the Top 25 after standout performances at the City of Palms Classic.

Center fielder Anthony Murphy is throwing 92 mph fastballs as closer. The Panthers are 4-0. A look at The Times' high school top 25 baseball rankings for the Southland after the second week of the season: St. John Bosco leads with Julian Garcia returning with four scoreless innings, followed by Orange Lutheran with 6-foot-8 pitcher Gary Morse looking strong in the opener.