June 11, 2025

College of Charleston Dominates William & Mary in CAA Tournament

News Summary

The College of Charleston Cougars secured a commanding 12-0 victory over William & Mary in their first CAA Tournament game. Starting pitcher Jake Brink tossed a complete game shutout, allowing only five hits and striking out five batters. The Cougars showcased a powerful offense with 12 hits, including multiple home runs by players like Avery Neaves. This win enhances Charleston’s season record as they advance in the tournament. Head coach Chad Holbrook praised Brink’s performance while advocating for increased competition in the league.

Mount Pleasant, SC – The College of Charleston Cougars easily defeated William & Mary 12-0 in their first game of the Coastal Athletic Association (CAA) Tournament held at the Patriots Point Sports Complex on May 21, 2025. The game was notable for being a shutout, completed in just seven innings.

Starting pitcher Jake Brink played a crucial role in the victory by tossing a complete game, needing only 91 pitches to do so. Brink allowed only five hits during the match, while he struck out five batters and issued one walk. His dominant performance resulted in just one William & Mary player reaching third base throughout the entire contest.

The Cougars displayed a powerful offensive lineup, recording a total of 12 hits, including two doubles, two triples, and four home runs. Avery Neaves stood out with a strong performance, contributing one home run and driving in three runs. Additionally, Tyler Sorrentino maintained a perfect batting average for the game, going 3 for 3 at the plate and driving in one run.

The scoring was spread out across four different innings, showcasing the Cougars’ offensive versatility. Catcher Dylan Johnson and Neaves both contributed to the run count with two-run homers, while Ethan Plyler and Landon Penfield added to the tally with solo shots.

With this victory, the College of Charleston improved their overall record to 35-20, allowing them to advance in the CAA Tournament. Their next challenge will be against either the top-seeded Northeastern or the second seed UNCW, setting the stage for what could be a thrilling matchup as the tournament progresses.

Cougars’ head coach Chad Holbrook recognized that some errors from William & Mary played a part in the game, but he was particularly impressed by Brink’s exceptional pitching performance. Brink’s ability to maintain control and keep the opposing players in check has been pivotal for the team, and Holbrook expressed anticipation for potentially utilizing Brink again later in the tournament. The Cougars have shown great form heading into this tournament, having won 11 of their last 13 games.

The win also prompted Holbrook to voice concerns regarding the reduced number of teams participating in the CAA tournament. He advocated for an expansion in the number of qualifying teams to better reflect the competitive nature of the league.

Overall, the College of Charleston’s commanding shutout against William & Mary capped off a strong team effort and pointed to a promising path in the ongoing CAA Tournament.

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