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Expectations are high for South Carolina’s baseball, softball teams in 2026

By Anaston Bell and Tanyon Ziolkowski | Feb. 24

The South Carolina baseball and softball teams are entering their respective seasons with high expectations. After coming off one of the worst seasons in program history, the baseball team will strive to turn things around, while the softball team looks to maintain success after its trip to the NCAA Super Regional in 2025. With both coaches entering their second seasons at the helm, this year will showcase what the future may hold for these programs.

FILE — Junior Infielder Karley Shelton running to third during a game against Boston University on Feb. 13, 2026, at Beckham Field. Shelton has an OBP of .458 so far this season.

No. 13 South Carolina softball struggles out west, goes 2-3 in Mary Nutter Collegiate Classic

By Tanyon Ziolkowski | Feb. 23

No. 13 South Carolina softball dropped three of its five games during the Mary Nutter Collegiate Classic this past weekend. All three of its losses were to ranked opponents, and its overall record settles in at 9-5 on the season.

No. 16 South Carolina softball swept the Carolina Classic in dominant fashion, winning all four of its games while outscoring its opponents 33-4. The Gamecocks found success on both sides of the ball, leading to their four victories and two run-rule wins.

Analysis: No. 16 South Carolina sweeps Carolina Classic, improves to 7-2 record

By John Davis , Ashley Stefanelli and Tanyon Ziolkowski | Feb. 15

No.16 South Carolina softball swept the Carolina Classic in dominant fashion, winning all four of its games while outscoring its opponents 33-4. The Gamecocks found success on both sides of the ball, leading to their four victories and two run-rule wins.

FILE — Junior defensive back Jalon Kilgore celebrates after breaking up a pass in South Carolina's game against Clemson on Nov. 29, 2025, at Williams-Brice Stadium. Kilgore is one of the four Gamecock football players invited to the 2026 NFL scouting Combine.

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