St. Andrews Knights Dominate Carolina University Bruins 14-4

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The St. Andrews Knights showcased their baseball excellence by defeating the Carolina University Bruins with a commanding score of 14-4 at Mando Field. Despite a strong start by the Bruins, the Knights rallied back, particularly excelling in a fifth-inning explosion where they scored 10 runs. With this victory, the Knights improve their season record to 9-6 while the Bruins fall to 3-8. The Knights dominate in hits, walks, and pitching performances, setting the stage for their upcoming series against Spartanburg Methodist.

St. Andrews Knights Baseball Team Steamrolls Carolina University Bruins 14-4!

In a spectacular display of baseball prowess, the St. Andrews Knights took down the Carolina University Bruins with a resounding score of 14-4 on Tuesday afternoon at Mando Field at Rich Park. This exciting matchup not only entertained fans, but it also boosted the Knights’ season record to 9-6—what an excellent turn of events!

On the flip side, the Bruins now sit at a disappointing 3-8, having lost to the Knights for the second time in just over a week. Their previous encounter ended similarly, with St. Andrews prevailing 14-1 at Clark Field. It seems the Knights have the Bruins’ number this season!

A Roller Coaster First Inning

The game started on a high note for Carolina, as they jumped out to an early lead by scoring three runs in the first inning. Robbie Smith electrified the crowd with a two-run homer, and Danny Gonzalez kept the momentum going with an RBI single. But before anyone could take a deep breath, the Knights responded swiftly.

Knights Strike Back!

In the top of the second inning, the Knights got to work, scoring two quick runs to even things up. Caden Santucci delivered the first blow with a two-RBI double. Not wanting to be outdone, they continued the charge in the top of the third inning. That’s when Josh Zambito stepped up and smashed a two-run homer, sending the Knights ahead 4-3.

Fifth Inning Explosion!

The game took an exciting turn in the top of the fifth inning when the Knights exploded for an incredible 10 runs, sending an impressive 13 batters to the plate. This stunning inning featured a series of plays that had fans buzzing! Garrett Wolff initiated the offensive onslaught with a two-RBI double, followed up by an RBI single from Eric Cantu.

Things got even more interesting when Garrett Hamby managed to earn an RBI by getting hit by a pitch, and Zambito racked up another RBI with a walk. But wait—there’s more! Enter Kanan Treece, who blasted a breathtaking grand slam, and Wolff added a homer of his own, rounding off the remarkable inning. Talk about teamwork!

Dominating Performance

By the end of the game, St. Andrews had outperformed Carolina in almost every area, outhitting them 9-5. The Knights also drew six walks compared to just one for the Bruins, and their pitching staff did a stellar job in maintaining control throughout the game.

Jonathan Foster secured the win on the mound for St. Andrews, giving up just one run over three innings while striking out four batters and walking none. Meanwhile, Chase Lee took the loss for the Bruins.

What’s Next for the Knights?

Looking ahead, the Knights will return home this weekend for a three-game series against Spartanburg Methodist. The first two games are set for Saturday at noon and 3 p.m. Fans are itching to see if the Knights can improve from their earlier season loss of 15-3 to Spartanburg Methodist in early February. It’s bound to be an electric atmosphere!

Golf News: Knights Show Strong Performance

Shifting gears to the golf course, the St. Andrews Knights recently finished second at the 2025 Koala Classic, hosted by Columbia in Chapin, South Carolina. The Knights scored +46 (614 strokes), falling 18 strokes behind Columbia International, who took home the crown with a score of +28 (596 strokes). Erskine finished third with a total score of +68 (636 strokes).

Four Knights golfers shone brightly, placing in the top 10 overall. Troy Taylor tied for third with a score of +9 (151), while Kai Raymond tied for sixth at +11 (153). Joe Stevenson and Matt Lefebvre also made headlines with scores of +13 (155), placing them in a tie for ninth.

As the St. Andrews Knights gear up for their next adventure, they will head to the 2025 Stitch Golf Sandhills Community College Flyers Spring Invitational on Monday, March 17. The competition will run for two days and promises to be every bit as thrilling as the Knights’ recent baseball victory!

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