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Posted on 2/22/19 at 1:30 pm to
Posted by SOSFAN
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Posted on 2/22/19 at 1:30 pm to
We should sweep but you never know in div 1 baseball. I see we are sticking with the same rotation as last week. Hope we get better pitching results on fri and sat.
Posted by 1801
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Posted on 2/22/19 at 1:53 pm to
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Hope we get better pitching results on fri and sat.


I suspect we'll be in for the same "wth" ride with this Utah series.

as long as they figure some things out before the blood feud in a few weekends, I'm not gonna get too caught up in a loss or two along the way.


Posted by SOSFAN
Blythewood
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Posted on 2/22/19 at 1:58 pm to
Isn't this the last weekend before the clempson series? I think we have 4 games to work some things out before clempson.
Posted by 1801
Charleston
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Posted on 2/22/19 at 2:36 pm to
you right - 4 games ...don't know what I was thinking.

long way to go and ...well, y'all know the rest of the verse



hopefully Kingston can get this team straight in short order.
Posted by SOSFAN
Blythewood
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Posted on 2/22/19 at 2:43 pm to
There is a whole lot to fix before next weekend. The errors and runs we have given up is crazy.
Posted by SOSFAN
Blythewood
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Posted on 2/22/19 at 8:44 pm to
15-3 Win. Good news is we broke out the bats and alot of players got to play. Bad news is Carmen didn't make it out of the 4th due to control issues.
Posted by ConwayGamecock
South Carolina
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Posted on 2/23/19 at 4:45 pm to
Crazy game today. Had a 4-2 lead heading into the 9th inning, then Sawyer Bridges implodes and lets Utah Valley tie the game at 4-all, then Gilreath comes in to try to hold the tie, but gives up a double that puts Utah Valley ahead 5-4...

For the Gamecocks, the next 4 batters to take the bottom 9th are Allen, Cullen, Neville, and Campbell - four guys who have not been hitting well thus far this season. Cullen did hit a solo dinger earlier in the game however, and Campbell has been hitting around .300 in the last 2-3 games....

Allen walks to lead off, then advances to 2B on a balk. Cullen hits a SUCCESSFUL sacrifice bunt - remember those? - to move Allen to 3B with 1 out...

Holladay pinch-hits for Neville, who has been striking out pretty much every at-bat he's had thus far this season. Holladay strikes out looking for the 2nd out. Ouch....

Noah Campbell steps in and on a 2-2 pitch, hits a WALK-OFF HOME RUN to center right, to drive in Allen and win the game 6-5! South Carolina takes the series in two games, with a 3rd one scheduled for tomorrow. Gilreath gets his first win as a Gamecock....
This post was edited on 2/23/19 at 4:47 pm
Posted by SOSFAN
Blythewood
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Posted on 2/23/19 at 4:49 pm to
Cambell hit a nice hr yesterday I believe. How was the freshman on the mound?

I was starting to think a successful bunt was a fantasy.

At least we are finding ways to win while we are finding out what pieces go where.

I like the fighting to the end attitude that this team has shown so far.
Posted by CNB
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Posted on 2/23/19 at 4:50 pm to
And then a fat fan practically tackles a kid for the ball
Posted by jacocks53
South Carolina
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Posted on 2/23/19 at 4:58 pm to
Posted by Carolina_Girl
South Cackalacky
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Posted on 2/23/19 at 6:15 pm to
Bill from King of the Hill is a Gamecock fan? Who knew.
This post was edited on 2/24/19 at 12:38 am
Posted by ConwayGamecock
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Posted on 2/23/19 at 8:57 pm to
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Cambell hit a nice hr yesterday I believe. How was the freshman on the mound?

I was starting to think a successful bunt was a fantasy.

At least we are finding ways to win while we are finding out what pieces go where.

I like the fighting to the end attitude that this team has shown so far.


If you're referring to Harley, he was a little better than his first start. That game, he started with 4 Ks in 2 innings, then quickly flamed out and ended up with 5 Ks and 5 walks with 5 earned runs in 2.2 innings! He was on point, then the strike zone was relocated to another time zone, and he couldn't find it again.

Today was a bit better, like I said. Harley didn't totally dissolve like the first time: he started off very strong again, with 5 K in 3 innings, and ended up with 6 Ks in 4.0 innings, but 0 walks this time. He gave up a 1-out triple in the top of the 4th, but fought out of it without giving up a run. Then in the top of the 5th, he gave up B2B doubles which scored a run, then Coyne relieved and loaded the bases and then threw a wild pitch that scored the last guy Harley was responsible for.

So he lasted longer this time - into the 5th but didn't record an out, so only officially 4 innings - but each time he jumps all over the opposing hitters and then fizzles out quickly. It could be he's just young and not strong enough yet - he's burning his energy to make the big throws too fast, and doesn't know how to pace himself yet - or he's got a plan for the first go-round of the lineup, and then doesn't know how to pitch them the 2nd go-round, and they start touching him up.

I don't know. But he clearly has great stuff, and if he can continue to strengthen as the season goes along, then he'll start earning some win decisions for all the work he does. As for now, Shook got the first "W", and Gilreath got this one today.....
Posted by SOSFAN
Blythewood
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Posted on 2/24/19 at 7:11 am to
I've been saying that we probably won't see a starter that can take us deep into the 8th this year and we will see 4 to 6 pitchers per game but I dont like how both Carmen and Harley look lights out for a couple of innings then forget how to throw strikes.
We are giving up way too many hits, may bite us in the arse next weekend.
Posted by SOSFAN
Blythewood
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Posted on 2/24/19 at 3:56 pm to
Morgan was on fire today. 9 strikeouts with no walks ( he hasn't walked a batter all year) and he pitched deep into the game. Imo he is looking more like a Fri night starter.

5 homeruns. Cullen has 3 this weekend and I think Campbell may have 3.

Swept the series 31-11.

App state is next then that school in the upstate .
This post was edited on 2/24/19 at 3:58 pm
Posted by ConwayGamecock
South Carolina
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Posted on 2/24/19 at 11:25 pm to
Maybe between the 3 weekend starters, the #2 and #3 starters are the strongest ones, and the staff keeps it that way, and tries to steal some series by spotting the opponent the Friday game first. I hope we don't put Morgan into the Friday role, and the pressure from that causes him to lose his groove. Especially this coming weekend, going against a fierce rival and a post-season playoff atmosphere for each game. May be too early for that.

But yeah Mlod is just not getting it done as the Friday Ace......
Posted by SOSFAN
Blythewood
Member since Jun 2018
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Posted on 2/25/19 at 7:25 am to
Isn't Morgan the oldest out of the 3 starters? Im concerned that our fri and sat night starters, both being from our state, will try to do too much this weekend and lose the strike zone. The upstate team was supposed to be built off if defense and speed this year but they have been hitting the ball pretty well.
Posted by SOSFAN
Blythewood
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Posted on 2/25/19 at 7:42 pm to
Yardcocks are ranked #2 in the nation in most homeruns (16).
Posted by SOSFAN
Blythewood
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Posted on 2/26/19 at 6:42 pm to
3-1 victory against App state. Next up the tators.
Posted by 1801
Charleston
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Posted on 2/27/19 at 10:26 am to
10th season since the blood feud switched to a 3-game weekend series as opposed to 4 games throughout the season.

Gamecocks still hold a 14-13 advantage, even though USC hasn't taken the weekend series since 2014. Carolina won 4 of the first 5 weekend series, winning 4 straight.

6-3 Home
4-4 GVL
1-0 CHS
3-6 Away

4-4 in 1-Run Games
2-2 in games involving a shutout

Gamecocks have the longest win streak in the weekend series with 4 straight, sweeping 2013 and winning game 1 in 2014.

USC went 1-2 in the first restored weekend series format before winning 9 of the next 12 games. Carolina's won just 4 the last 12 games.

USC has won game 1 of the series the past 3 seasons, though has not won game 2 in Greenville since 2015.


--- AND NOW A WALL OF TEXT FROM THE GREENVILLE DRIVE'S SITE ---

By Greenville Drive | February 27, 2019 9:45 AM

The highly-anticipated Reedy River Rivalry, presented by ScanSource, pitting the Clemson Tigers versus the South Carolina Gamecocks is this Saturday at Fluor Field at the West End, in Downtown Greenville.

A limited number of Lawn & Deck and Green Monster standing-room-only tickets will go on sale Saturday at 10:30 AM at the Main Street Box Office only. These tickets will not be available online or by phone. These tickets will be available on a first-come, first-serve basis, with each household permitted to purchase up to 4 tickets. The Lawn & Deck tickets are $18, and the Green Monster standing-room-only tickets are $45.

Additional information regarding Saturday's game at Fluor Field below:

Main Street Tailgate Party begins at 10:30 AM (ends at 5:00 PM)
Features live-music, mascot appearances, food trucks and beverages (for purchase), and interactive games/exhibits
Those wishing to consume alcohol at the Main Street Tailgate Party MUST obtain a City of Greenville approved wristband which will be available onsite at one of two tents at the Main Street Tailgate Party
Gates Open at 11:30 AM
Full player introductions (reserves and starters) for both teams will begin at 12:30 PM; featuring a pyrotechnic display
Ceremonial first pitches will be thrown by former MLB pitcher Brian Barnes (Clemson) and President Harris Pastides (South Carolina)
The National Anthem will be performed by Phil Vernesoni
Clear Bag Policy
Fans should be aware of Fluor Field's "Clear Bag Policy", which will be in effect Saturday. Fans are permitted to bring in one clear bag no larger than 12" x 6" x 12" OR a one-gallon clear freezer bag (Ziploc or similar). In addition, fans may carry a small clutch bag or purse no larger than 6.5" x 4.5", with or without a strap.
This is the same Clear Bag Policy that both Clemson University and University of South Carolina enforce at their respective athletic events.
Please refer to GreenvilleDrive.com for more information on permitted and prohibited bags.
First Pitch of the Game is at 1:00 PM
South Carolina Gamecocks will be the designated Home team; Clemson Tigers will be the designated Visiting team
Game Broadcast
Saturday's game will be streamed on SEC Network +, which can be accessed online or on mobile
Since the South Carolina Gamecocks are the designated home team, the online broadcast will feature their respective play-by-play/commentary

Fluor Field Alcohol Policy
Alcohol will be sold throughout the ballpark for this year's game
Those wishing to consume alcohol must have either a City of Greenville alcohol ID wristband from the Main Street Tailgate Party, or obtain a Fluor Field alcohol ID wristband inside the stadium
Alcohol ID stations at Fluor Field are located at sections 101, 113, and at the base of the 500 Club

For more information on the Reedy River Rivalry presented by ScanSource, please call the Drive front office at (864) 240-4500 or log on to greenvilledrive.com.
This post was edited on 2/27/19 at 10:29 am
Posted by theGarnetWay
Washington, D.C.
Member since Mar 2010
25849 posts
Posted on 2/27/19 at 11:50 am to
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6-3 Home
4-4 GVL
1-0 CHS
3-6 Away

4-4 in 1-Run Games
2-2 in games involving a shutout


Crazy how close it’s been. I’d still be for switching to just a regular 3-game series rotated home and away each season.
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