No. 11 Ole Miss baseball faced a tough 3-2 loss against South Carolina in their road series opener, with six of their seven conference losses being by three runs or less. The Rebels struggled offensively, not drawing any walks and only managing two extra-base hits, including solo home runs by Austin Fawley and Mitchell Sanford. Despite a strong relief performance by Mason Morris, the team could not secure the win.
The Gamecocks took an early lead with an RBI-groundout in the first inning, but Ole Miss tied the score in the third with Fawley’s homer. South Carolina regained the lead in the fifth with four singles, while Sanford’s home run in the sixth brought the Rebels within one run. Ole Miss was unable to generate much offense in the later innings, with only one hit in the final three frames.
The two teams will face off again in game two of the series, offering an opportunity for Ole Miss to bounce back. Fans can stay connected and earn rewards through the Rebel Rewards program by Coca-Cola, and keep up with the latest news on social media channels dedicated to Ole Miss baseball and head coach Mike Bianco. Downloading the Ole Miss Sports app is a convenient way to access exclusive content and stay informed about the team.
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