Columbia Baseball Faces Kentucky in SEC Tournament
The University of South Carolina Gamecocks will continue their postseason journey this Friday afternoon at the 2024 SEC Tournament in Hoover, Alabama. The 10th seed Carolina baseball team is set to face off against the 3rd seed Kentucky at 3 p.m. CDT (4 p.m. EDT).
After an intense game on Thursday where the Gamecocks fell to LSU with a score of 11-10, the team is eager to bounce back and secure a win against Kentucky. Despite the loss, Cole Messina made history by driving in six runs, setting a new SEC Tournament RBI record with a total of 14. Parker Noland also had a remarkable game with three RBIs, marking a season-high for him.
The upcoming game is expected to be a thrilling matchup with both teams giving their best on the field. Fans can catch all the action live on SEC Network, with Mike Monaco and Chris Burke providing commentary. For those unable to watch, the Gamecock Sports Network presented by Learfield will also be broadcasting the game, with Derek Scott and Stuart Lake on the call.
As the Gamecocks take on Kentucky, the pitching matchup for the game is still to be announced for both teams. Expectations are high for a competitive battle on the mound as both teams vie for a crucial victory in the tournament.
Stay tuned for more updates and results as the Gamecocks continue their quest for SEC glory in the tournament.

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