The East Carolina Pirates delivered a decisive blow to the Florida Gators’ postseason hopes, eliminating them with an 11-4 victory in the Conway Regional of the NCAA Division I Baseball Championship. The Gators, who had reached the College World Series in each of the last two seasons, saw their 2025 campaign end abruptly as ECU’s offense erupted for a five-run third inning and never looked back.
Florida’s pitching struggled from the outset. Starter Pierce Coppola managed just two innings, giving up three runs and three walks before being pulled. The bullpen couldn’t contain the Pirates either, as East Carolina continued to pile on runs throughout the game. Florida’s offense was unable to keep pace, managing only four runs against a sharp ECU pitching staff led by freshman Lance Williams, who recorded five strikeouts over five innings.
With the win, East Carolina advanced to face host Coastal Carolina in the regional final, while Florida’s season ended with a 39-22 record. The Pirates’ victory marks a significant postseason achievement, sending them one step closer to the Super Regionals and leaving fans wondering what’s next for both programs.
