Francis Marion University's Charlie Bussey III and Robbie Jordan earned the Conference Carolinas baseball Player and Pitcher of the Week honors for April 13-19. Bussey III had an extraordinary week, batting .700 with four home runs and 14 runs scored, while also breaking FMU's all-time home run record. Jordan recorded his 10th win of the season, striking out 11 batters and allowing just one run in a dominant eight-inning performance against Wingate. The Patriots currently rank sixth nationally and are 37-9 for the season.

By the Numbers
  • Charlie Bussey III: .700 batting average (7-for-10), 4 home runs, 14 runs scored, and 10 walks.
  • Robbie Jordan: 11 strikeouts, 1 run allowed in 8 innings against No. 22 Wingate, improving to 10-0 for the season.
State of Play
  • Francis Marion University holds a 37-9 record and remains ranked No. 6 in the latest ABCA standings.
  • The team will play its final home game against USC Aiken before a three-game conference series with King University.
What's Next

Francis Marion is set to conclude its home schedule on April 21 against USC Aiken before focusing on a critical three-game conference series against King University. Continued strong performances from Bussey III and Jordan will be vital for their postseason aspirations.

Bottom Line

Bussey III and Jordan's remarkable achievements highlight Francis Marion's competitive edge in NCAA Division II baseball, making them key players to watch as the season progresses. Their performances underscore the team's potential for a successful postseason run.