Baseball Beats Wofford, 8-2, For First Midweek Win of the Year

KJ Scobey's four hits, including a home run, lead Gamecocks to victory

Published on Feb. 20, 2026

The University of South Carolina baseball team defeated Wofford, 8-2, on Tuesday night at Fifth Third Park in Spartanburg. KJ Scobey had four hits, including a home run, while Connor Chicoli earned the win on the mound for the Gamecocks.

Why it matters

This was the Gamecocks' first midweek win of the season, an important milestone as they look to build momentum heading into conference play. The victory also showcased the team's offensive firepower and pitching depth.

The details

Wofford struck first with a leadoff home run, but the Gamecocks tied it in the third and then took the lead with two runs in the fourth. Carolina added two more in the seventh and three in the ninth, including home runs from Talmadge LeCroy and Scobey. Chicoli earned the win, going five innings and allowing just one run.

  • The game was played on Tuesday, February 17, 2026.
  • First pitch was set for 4 p.m. on Wednesday, February 18, 2026 as the Gamecocks host Gardner-Webb.

The players

KJ Scobey

A Gamecock player who had a career-best four hits, including a home run, in the win.

Connor Chicoli

The Gamecock pitcher who earned the win, going five innings and allowing just one run.

Cade Collins

The Wofford player who hit a leadoff home run to open the scoring.

Jack Reynolds

A Gamecock player who earned his first start and had an RBI and a run scored.

Talmadge LeCroy

A Gamecock player who hit a solo home run in the ninth inning.

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What they’re saying

“This was a great team win for us tonight. I'm proud of the way our guys battled and were able to come away with the victory.”

— Head Coach (gamecocksonline.com)

What’s next

The Gamecocks will look to build on this win when they host Gardner-Webb on Wednesday afternoon.

The takeaway

The Gamecocks' offensive outburst and strong pitching performance against Wofford demonstrates their potential as they aim to carry this momentum into conference play and make a push for the postseason.