Riley Orr, a senior first baseman at Francis Marion University, has been named Conference Carolinas Player of the Week for the second time this season, following an outstanding performance from April 20-26. He achieved a .611 batting average over the week with 11 hits, including multiple extra-base hits, contributing significantly to the Patriots' 3-1 record. In a non-conference game against USC Aiken, he drove in three runs and finished with a .944 slugging percentage. Orr is currently a standout player, ranking fifth in NCAA Division II for RBIs at 75 and 16th in runs scored with 66. The Patriots maintain a strong position in national rankings as they head into the Conference Carolinas Tournament.

By the Numbers
  • Batting average: .611 (11-for-18) during the week
  • 75 runs batted in, ranking 5th in NCAA Division II
  • 66 runs scored, ranking 16th nationally
Yes, But

While Orr's individual performances are exceptional, achieving consistent team success in the upcoming tournament will be a significant challenge against strong competitors.

State of Play
  • Francis Marion University holds a record of 40-10, ranking in the top-15 nationally.
  • The team is set to compete in the Conference Carolinas Tournament starting April 30.
What's Next

The Patriots will play against the winner of Erskine College and Southern Wesleyan University in the first round of the Conference Carolinas Tournament, which will be critical for their postseason aspirations.

Bottom Line

Riley Orr's remarkable achievements underscore his importance to the team as they head into a challenging tournament, aiming to solidify their strong season and advance in the playoffs.