Wednesday, March 18
Columbia, SC
6 PM
Georgia Southern University
at
South Carolina
PREVIEW: GS Travels to No. 21 South Carolina for Midweek Test
3/17/2026 7:15:00 PM | Softball
STATESBORO – The Georgia Southern Eagles (12-14, 1-2 SBC) hit the road for a midweek matchup against the No. 21 South Carolina Gamecocks (19-10, 0-3 SEC), as the Eagles look to challenge a nationally ranked opponent ahead of Sun Belt Conference play this weekend.
Facing one of the top teams in the country, Georgia Southern will aim to build momentum and sharpen execution against a Gamecock squad known for its balance both at the plate and in the circle.
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Series History
South Carolina holds a commanding 45-1 advantage in the all-time series. The Gamecocks claimed the most recent meeting with a 3-0 win on Feb. 22, 2023, while Georgia Southern's lone victory came in a 6-4 result on April 19, 2016.
Scouting the Eagles
Georgia Southern enters the matchup with an offense that has shown the ability to produce consistently throughout the lineup, hitting .276 as a team with 182 hits and 102 RBI on the season.
Freshman Jaycee Bilbrey has led the way at the plate, batting .391 with 27 hits and 11 RBI, continuing to provide a steady presence near the top of the order. Kayla Christensen has also been a key contributor, hitting .373 with a team-high 31 hits, along with 22 runs scored and a strong on-base presence.
Senior Emma Davis has delivered in run-producing situations, tallying a team-leading 16 RBI while batting .324 with six doubles. Delanie Thames provides the power for the Eagles, leading the team with six home runs and 25 RBI while posting a .676 slugging percentage.
In the circle, Bailey Holland has been a primary option, posting a 3.05 ERA with 27 strikeouts across 57.1 innings, while Alana Barnard has added depth with five complete games this season.
Scouting the Gamecocks
South Carolina enters the matchup ranked No. 21 nationally and has consistently proven to be one of the SEC's top programs. The Gamecocks rely on a disciplined offensive approach and a pitching staff capable of limiting opposing offenses and controlling the pace of play.
What to Watch
For Georgia Southern, the key will be staying aggressive at the plate while taking advantage of scoring opportunities. Limiting mistakes defensively and getting efficient innings in the circle will be crucial against a high-level opponent.
The midweek test provides the Eagles with a valuable opportunity to prepare for conference play as they head on the road to Marshall this weekend to continue Sun Belt action.
Facing one of the top teams in the country, Georgia Southern will aim to build momentum and sharpen execution against a Gamecock squad known for its balance both at the plate and in the circle.
Important Links
Watch
Live Stats
Game Notes
Twitter/X
Series History
South Carolina holds a commanding 45-1 advantage in the all-time series. The Gamecocks claimed the most recent meeting with a 3-0 win on Feb. 22, 2023, while Georgia Southern's lone victory came in a 6-4 result on April 19, 2016.
Scouting the Eagles
Georgia Southern enters the matchup with an offense that has shown the ability to produce consistently throughout the lineup, hitting .276 as a team with 182 hits and 102 RBI on the season.
Freshman Jaycee Bilbrey has led the way at the plate, batting .391 with 27 hits and 11 RBI, continuing to provide a steady presence near the top of the order. Kayla Christensen has also been a key contributor, hitting .373 with a team-high 31 hits, along with 22 runs scored and a strong on-base presence.
Senior Emma Davis has delivered in run-producing situations, tallying a team-leading 16 RBI while batting .324 with six doubles. Delanie Thames provides the power for the Eagles, leading the team with six home runs and 25 RBI while posting a .676 slugging percentage.
In the circle, Bailey Holland has been a primary option, posting a 3.05 ERA with 27 strikeouts across 57.1 innings, while Alana Barnard has added depth with five complete games this season.
Scouting the Gamecocks
South Carolina enters the matchup ranked No. 21 nationally and has consistently proven to be one of the SEC's top programs. The Gamecocks rely on a disciplined offensive approach and a pitching staff capable of limiting opposing offenses and controlling the pace of play.
What to Watch
For Georgia Southern, the key will be staying aggressive at the plate while taking advantage of scoring opportunities. Limiting mistakes defensively and getting efficient innings in the circle will be crucial against a high-level opponent.
The midweek test provides the Eagles with a valuable opportunity to prepare for conference play as they head on the road to Marshall this weekend to continue Sun Belt action.
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