Clemson’s Ethan Darden pitched a stellar 7.0 scoreless innings to lead the Tigers to a 5-1 victory over South Carolina at Fluor Field. The Tigers improved to 9-1, winning their seventh straight game, while the Gamecocks fell to 9-2. Darden allowed just three hits and two walks while striking out six in the best outing of his career.
After a scoreless start, Cam Cannarella and Luke Gaffney drove in runs for Clemson in the sixth inning. South Carolina’s Ethan Petry hit a solo homer in the eighth, but Clemson added two more runs in the ninth to secure the win.
The series concludes on Sunday at Founders Park in Columbia. Clemson will be aiming for a series sweep while South Carolina looks to avoid a sweep on their home turf. Fans can catch the action on SEC Network+ at 5 p.m.
Overall, Clemson’s impressive performance on the mound and at the plate secured the win over their in-state rivals. The Tigers’ strong start to the season bodes well for their future success, while South Carolina will look to bounce back in the final game of the series.
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