Local Pride: FDTC Stingers Secure Spot in JUCO World Series

The Florence-Darlington Technical College's Stingers baseball team has advanced to the JUCO World Series in Grand Junction, Colorado. This is the third time the team has participated in this event. Athletic Director and head coach Preston McDonald expressed pride in the team's performance and their preparation for the upcoming challenges.

The Stingers earned their World Series spot after defeating Monroe in the East District Championship. The decisive series ended on Sunday, May 12, with the Stingers winning the final game 13-4 after splitting the first two games the previous day.

Coach McDonald commended the team's ability to recover from a disappointing second game and secure a strong win in the third game. He noted that this resilience was key to achieving a school record of 51 wins in a season.

Throughout the season, the Stingers have shown strong teamwork and consistent performance, setting a record of 26 consecutive wins. McDonald attributes this success to the team's focus on collective effort and preparation.

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