Strickland Leads Offensive Surge in 12–2 Win

FLORENCE, S.C. — Tristan Strickland's three doubles leads Florence-Darlington Technical College to a commanding 12–2 victory over USC Union at Dailey Field.

Florence-Darlington showcased a potent offensive effort, compiling 10 hits in the contest. Strickland paced the lineup with three doubles and an RBI, finishing the doubleheader with five doubles overall. Jake Little added two hits and three RBIs, bringing his doubleheader total to eight RBIs, while Pat Costin contributed two hits and scored three runs, highlighting the depth and consistency of the Stingers' offense.

On the mound, Elijah Sanders earned the win with a strong outing, pitching five innings while allowing two runs on five hits and striking out eight. Cooper Coleman closed the game with a scoreless inning, adding one strikeout to secure the victory.

Defensively, Florence-Darlington played a clean game with no errors, providing steady support behind its pitching staff. USC Union, meanwhile, committed five errors, which proved costly and contributed to multiple scoring opportunities for the Stingers. With two wins onf the day, the Stingers improve to 28-6 overall and 11-3 in regional play.

FDTC Top Performers

Tristan Strickland

• 3-for-4 at the plate
• 3 doubles

Pat Costin

• 3 runs scored
• 2 hits, 1 RBI

Jake Little

• 2 hits, 3 RBIs
• 2 stolen bases

Jacob Brown

• 1 hit, 2 RBIs

Diego Garcia

• 1 hit, 2 RBIs