Charlie Bussey III from Francis Marion University has been honored as the 2026 Division II National Position Player of the Year by the ABCA and Rawlings. This recognition follows his historic season, where he achieved records in multiple categories, including scoring 118 runs鈥� the highest in NCAA Division II history. He became the first player to achieve over 100 hits, 100 runs, and 40 stolen bases in a single season, leading the Patriots to a school record of 46 wins.

By the Numbers
  • 118 runs scored, the all-time DII record
  • 113 hits, tying for 10th all-time in a season
  • .489 batting average, leading the country
  • 200 total bases, ranking in the top statistics
  • 38 multi-hit games within the season
State of Play
  • FMU finished the season with a 46-14 record, ranking 7th nationally.
  • The Patriots ended a 14-year NCAA Tournament drought, reaching their first Super Regional.
What's Next

Bussey III will continue to showcase his talents in the Cape Cod Baseball League with the Harwich Mariners, potentially attracting professional scouts ahead of the upcoming MLB Draft.

Bottom Line

Charlie Bussey III's unprecedented achievements this season not only position him as a standout player in collegiate baseball but also set a high bar for future athletes at Francis Marion University and beyond.