South Alabama ended No. 14 Coastal Carolina's impressive 32-game Sun Belt Conference win streak with a decisive 15-2 victory in Conway. The Jaguars capitalized on strong offensive play and solid pitching to secure the win, marking Coastal's first conference loss since April 2025. Stewart Puckett led the charge with a home run and a season-high four hits and four RBIs while Blake Guerin added another significant contribution with his eleventh homer.

By the Numbers
  • South Alabama's 15-2 victory is Coastal's worst home loss by deficit since 2017.
  • Stewart Puckett recorded four hits and four RBIs, while Blake Guerin added three RBIs and his eleventh homer of the season.
  • All nine Jaguar hitters had hits, totaling 18 on the night.
Yes, But

Despite the significant win, Coach Mark Calvi cautioned that the team must remain focused for the upcoming series finale against Coastal, as they have a strong team and are not to be underestimated.

State of Play
  • The win evens the series between South Alabama and Coastal Carolina.
  • South Alabama moves to 19-12 overall, and 6-5 in the Sun Belt Conference, while Coastal Carolina drops to 22-8 and 10-1 in SBC play.
What's Next

The series finale is set for Saturday at 10:00 a.m. (CT), with South Alabama's Daniel Gonzalez taking the mound against Coastal's Jackson Smallets.

Bottom Line

This win marks a significant achievement for South Alabama, illustrating their potential against top-ranked teams. However, maintaining momentum and focus will be crucial heading into the final game of the series.