The Georgia Southern baseball team achieved a season-high 17 hits in a 13-3 run-rule victory over Tennessee Tech on March 7. Starting pitcher Ethan Garrett excelled, quickly retiring the first three batters. The Eagles showcased strong offensive performance with significant contributions from players like James McCoy, who recorded his first home run and went 4-for-4. This win marks their first run-rule victory since May 2025, and it featured all nine Eagles hitting at least once with six achieving multi-hit games.

By the Numbers
  • Georgia Southern had 17 hits, a season-high.
  • McCoy went 4-for-4, scoring 4 runs and hitting his first career home run.
State of Play
  • The Eagles improved their record to 3-11 and placed themselves in a favorable position for the upcoming game against Tennessee Tech.
  • With this victory, the Eagles demonstrated improved hitting and offensive coordination.
What's Next

Georgia Southern will face Tennessee Tech for the rubber match on March 8 at 1 PM, aiming to build on this momentum and turn their season around.

Bottom Line

This dominant performance not only boosts team morale but also sets a promising tone as the Eagles seek to regain competitiveness in their season.