In a 2-1 loss, Winthrop fell to Charleston Southern in the series opener at Terry Field, with Grayson Buckner leading Winthrop at 2-3 with an RBI. Reese Basinger had a notable complete game with 4 hits, 0 earned runs, a walk, and 9 strikeouts.

By the Numbers
  • Winthrop Record: 18-26, 5-8 Big South
  • Charleston Southern Record: 22-21, 8-5 Big South
Yes, But

Despite Reese Basinger's strong performance on the mound, Winthrop was unable to capitalize on scoring opportunities, resulting in a narrow defeat.

State of Play
  • Buccaneers capitalized on an error to score two runs in the first inning
  • Winthrop had chances to score but couldn't convert, leaving runners stranded in pivotal moments
  • Pitcher Reese Basinger recorded 9 strikeouts, enriching her career total to 460
  • The series will conclude with a doubleheader on Saturday at 1 p.m.
What's Next

The series between Bucs and Eagles will end with a doubleheader on Saturday, April 20, starting at 1 p.m., as Winthrop aims to bounce back from the opening loss.

Bottom Line

Winthrop's missed opportunities and defensive lapses in the series opener against Charleston Southern led to a narrow defeat, highlighting the importance of capitalizing on scoring chances in future games.