South Alabama (19-14, 6-6 SBC) is set to continue its seven-game road stretch with a series against Georgia Southern (11-21, 4-8 SBC) starting Friday night at 6:30 p.m. (CT). The Jaguars lead the all-time series 22-17, despite a sweep by the Eagles in their last visit to Statesboro last season. Georgia Southern has shown improvement after a challenging start and recently defeated No. 11 Clemson. The series will include three games, with match times set for Friday, Saturday, and Sunday afternoons.

By the Numbers
  • South Alabama leads the all-time series against Georgia Southern 22-17.
  • Georgia Southern started the season 0-8 but has since turned it around with notable victories.
State of Play
  • South Alabama aims to bounce back after a midweek loss and solidify their SBC standings.
  • Georgia Southern seeks to maintain momentum after a strong performance against Troy and a midweek win over Clemson.
What's Next

The Jaguars will face off against Georgia Southern and aim to build on their recent performance, while also preparing for a competitive midweek contest against No. 3 Georgia Tech. Georgia Southern will also look to capitalize on their recent success with upcoming games against Old Dominion.

Bottom Line

Both teams are in crucial phases of their seasons, making this weekend series vital for improving their standings in the SBC. South Alabama will need to leverage their historical advantage, while Georgia Southern aims to continue its positive trajectory against a rival squad.