Gamecocks Dominate Alabama Thanks to Arianna Rodi’s Power Hitting
In a pivotal match at the SEC Tournament, the South Carolina Gamecocks overcame an early two-run deficit to secure a 6-2 victory over Alabama, thanks to the explosive performance of junior first baseman Arianna Rodi. Known for her clutch hitting, Rodi delivered a decisive two-run homer in the fifth inning—her 12th go-ahead blast this season, leading the SEC and ranking second in Division I softball.
Rodi’s powerful display didn’t end there; she followed up with another two-run homer in the sixth, marking a record-setting 16 home runs for the season and becoming the first Gamecock to manage a multi-homer game in the SEC Tournament. Her contributions helped the Gamecocks achieve their second 40-win season in three years, a milestone accomplished just 13 times in program history.
On the pitching front, South Carolina’s Sam Gress and Jori Heard effectively stifled Alabama’s offense, allowing just five hits throughout the game. The Gamecocks will advance to face Texas A&M in the quarterfinals on Thursday at 8 p.m., with fans eagerly anticipating another strong showing.
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