In a dramatic finish, Georgia Southern overcome a deficit by scoring nine unanswered runs to defeat Western Carolina 11-5, completing a three-game sweep. Initially leading 5-2, the Catamounts faltered after a five-run fifth inning from the Eagles. Key performances came from Mason Holton and Trent Turner for WCU, while Georgia Southern's Jaylen Jones made a standout debut with three RBIs. This match marked the first series between the rivals since 2014.

By the Numbers
  • Georgia Southern scored nine consecutive runs after trailing 5-2.
  • Jaylen Jones drove in three runs in his first collegiate game.
Yes, But

Despite accumulating seven hits, Western Carolina’s offense struggled late in the game, unable to respond to the Eagles' offensive surge. Additionally, the pitching staff faced challenges in key moments, leading to their loss.

State of Play
  • Western Carolina starts the season at 0-3 after this series sweep.
  • Georgia Southern showcased strong offensive depth with contributions from multiple players.
What's Next

Western Carolina is set to host USC Upstate for a four-game series, kicking off their home schedule on Tuesday. Following this, they will face Maryland for a three-game set the following weekend.

Bottom Line

The Catamounts need to regroup and improve their pitching and late-game performance to turn things around in their upcoming matches. Addressing offensive inconsistencies will be crucial to securing better results in their home opener.