2025-2026 Baseball News

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Stingers’ Season Ends in Heartbreaker Against Harford, Finish Year 50–13 with Third Straight Region 10 Title

Florence-Darlington Technical College’s season came to a close Saturday afternoon with a hard-fought 13–12 loss to Harford Community College at Lexington County Baseball Stadium.

Stingers celebrating a run in the dugout
Stingers Drop Game One of East District Championship

Pat Costin drove in six runs, but Florence-Darlington Technical College came up just short in a 14–13 loss to Harford Community College at Dailey Field.

Jacob Brown and two teammates putting their helmets together while he crosses home plate.
Stingers Force Game Three in East District Championship

Elijah Sanders delivered seven scoreless innings as Florence-Darlington Technical College evened the series with a 7–4 victory over Harford Community College at Dailey Field.

Gabe Herold taking a lead at first base.
Strickland, Costin Homer as Stingers Fall to Gaston, Set Up Winner-Take-All Final

Tristan Strickland and Pat Costin each hit solo home runs, but Florence-Darlington Technical College fell to Gaston College, 16–2, in the Region 10 Championship game on Monday.

The Stingers line up in front of the scoreboard as champions.
BACK-TO-BACK-TO-BACK REGION 10 CHAMPIONS

Florence-Darlington Technical College captured the Region 10 Championship with an 8–3 victory over Gaston College on Monday.

Diego Garcia making a throw on the run from shortstop
Stingers Advance to the Region Championship

Elijah Sanders struck out eight batters in a dominant start as Florence-Darlington Technical College defeated Gaston College, 4–1.

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Stinger Baseball ends record setting season and looks forward to playoffs

Florence-Darlington Technical College Baseball capped off another historic regular season, finishing with a 46–10 record for the third consecutive year—a program record that further solidifies the Stingers as one of the premier teams in junior college baseball.

Jackson Mullen delivering a pitch
Mullen Dominates as Stingers Open Region 10 Tournament with 6–1 Win Over USC Sumter

Behind a dominant outing from Jackson Mullen, Florence-Darlington Technical College opened Region 10 Tournament play with a 6–1 victory over USC Sumter.

Jake Zehner at bat during a baseball game.
Player Spotlight: Jake Zehner #9

“I’m 20 years old and from Woodstock, Georgia. I have one brother, and I live with my mom and dad.”

Elijah Sanders is on the pitcher's mound in the wind up to the throw.
Player Spotlight: Elijah Sanders #29

“I’m from Rock Hill, South Carolina, and I’m pursuing an associate in science degree. I also play baseball at FDTC and plan to continue both my studies and athletics at North Carolina State University.”

Diego Garcia is seen throwing the ball in the infield.
Player Spotlight: Diego Garcia #12

“Good evening, my name is Diego García. I’m 20 years old and currently live in South Carolina. I began playing baseball at the age of four, and my grandfather was the one who first taught me the game. Over the years, I continued to develop, and at 14, I was selected to represent the Puerto Rico National Team. At 15, I competed in my first international tournament, which was an unforgettable experience. I was honored to be named Defensive Player of the Tournament—an achievement that will stay with me for life.”

Jackson Cook hits a ball during a game.
Player Spotlight: Jackson Cook #2

“I was born in Elmira, New York. I attended Horseheads High School and graduated in 2023. I moved to Florence in August 2023 and have been here since. I play left field for FDTC baseball and plan to graduate this spring.”

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Little’s Five RBIs Fuel Florence-Darlington Tech’s 11–6 Win Over USC Union

Jake Little’s power at the plate fueled Florence-Darlington Technical College to an 11–6 victory over USC Union.

The Stingers in a huddle ready to break it down.
Strickland, Zehner Power Florence-Darlington Tech to 21–10 Rout Over USC Union

Tristan Strickland contributed two home runs and six RBIs, while Jake Zehner added three hits and five RBIs as Florence-Darlington Technical College slugged their way to a 21–10 victory over USC Union.

Jake Little catching a fly ball in right field
12-Run 8th Inning Surges Stingers to 17–6 Win Over USC Union

Jackson Cook’s three-hit performance, including two doubles, powered Florence-Darlington Technical College to a 17–6 victory over USC Union.

Peyton Rodgers is on the pitchers' mound in the wind up to throwing a pitch.
Player Spotlight: Peyton Rogers #18

"I'm from Florence, South Carolina, and I've been playing baseball since I was five years old. I played four years of varsity baseball at West Florence High School, and that experience helped shape me into the player I am today."