Stingers Roll Through Week with Five Straight Run-Rule Wins

FLORENCE, S.C. — Jake Zehner's three hits and Tristan Strickland's three-run performance helped Florence-Darlington Technical College roll to a 17-2 victory over USC Lancaster at Dailey Field.

The Stingers delivered an explosive offensive performance, highlighted by Tristan Strickland's 2-for-2 outing that included a double, two RBIs, and three runs scored. Jake Zehner added three hits in four at-bats, driving in a run and scoring three times. Gabe Herold contributed three RBIs and a stolen base while going 1-for-2, and Jacob Brown drove in two runs and scored three times.

On the mound, Peyton Rogers earned the win, tossing three innings and allowing one earned run on three hits while striking out two. Cooper Coleman and Gavin MacDonald each added a scoreless inning of relief to close out the contest. Florence-Darlington's pitching staff limited USC Lancaster to four hits and one walk while striking out four, completing a dominant all-around performance.

The Stingers dominated all week, sweeping five games and winning each by run rule. The team put up an astounding 73 runs while allowing just eight, overwhelming opponents with both explosive hitting and lockdown pitching. Multiple players contributed standout performances at the plate, while the pitching staff and defense kept opponents off balance. The Stingers improved to 4-2 in regional play and will return home to host USC Salkehatchie next weekend, following a midweek trip to Brunswick on Wednesday.

FDTC Top Performers
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Tristan Strickland
- Went 2-for-2 at the plate
- Scored 3 runs and recorded 2 RBIs
Jake Zehner
- Achieved 3 hits in 4 at-bats
- Scored 3 runs and stole 2 bases
Gabe Herold
- Collected 1 hit in 2 at-bats
- Drove in 3 RBIs
Jacob Brown
- Went 2-for-2 at the plate
- Scored 3 runs and recorded 2 RBIs
Peyton Rogers
- Pitched 3 innings with 2 strikeouts
- Allowed 1 earned run and earned the win