22nd Ranked Gamecocks Suffer Heartbreaking Extra-Innings Loss to Texas A&M

22nd Ranked Gamecocks Suffer Heartbreaking Extra-Innings Loss to Texas A&M

In a thrilling matchup in College Station, Texas, the 22nd ranked South Carolina softball team (18-4, 0-2) faced a tough defeat in extra innings against the 17th ranked Texas A&M (22-2, 2-0) on Saturday night (March 9). The Gamecocks fell 2-1 after a hard-fought battle that lasted 10 innings.

Game Highlights

Despite the loss, Riley Blampied, Carlie Henderson, and Brooke Blankenship each contributed with a hit for Carolina. Pitcher Alana Vawter (5-3) took the loss, allowing one run on three hits in 5 2-3 innings of relief. Sage Mardjetko started strong, pitching four innings, allowing one run on two hits, and striking out six.

The Aggies struck first in the opening inning, bringing home a run with two outs. The Gamecocks answered back in the second, loading the bases with no outs. Giulia Desiderio was hit by a pitch, allowing Zoe Laneaux to score. The game remained tied until the 10th inning when Texas A&M hit a two-out home run to secure the victory.

Upcoming Game

The series finale between South Carolina and Texas A&M is set for tomorrow at 2 p.m. ET and will be broadcast on the SEC Network. Fans can catch all the action as the Gamecocks look to bounce back and finish the series strong.

Stay Updated

For the latest updates on South Carolina Softball and to follow the team’s progress, visit GamecocksOnline.com or check out their social media accounts on Twitter @GamecockSoftbll, Facebook /GamecockSoftball, and Instagram @GamecockSoftball.


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