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South Carolina center fielder Tyler Bak (17) scores against Vanderbilt an on RBI-single hit by Ethan Lizama during the second inning at Hawkins Field in Nashville, Tenn., Thursday, May 14, 2026.

This past weekend was huge for South Carolina in the recruiting department. Gamecocks head coach Kevin Schnall is taking no time to put his stamp on the roster for next season and the future.

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South Carolina baseball looks to move to (2-0) on the year Saturday afternoon.

Kevin Schnall has continued to build his staff for next season. Here's a quick look at the coaching staff along with news about a Gamecocks announcing his return for 2027.

Jun 15, 2025; Omaha, Neb, USA; Coastal Carolina Chanticleers third baseman Walker Mitchell (5) throws to first against the Oregon State Beavers during the fourth inning at Charles Schwab Field. Mandatory Credit: Steven Branscombe-Imagn Images

Kevin Schnall wastes no time trying to rebuild the Gamecocks roster after picking up a wave of new commits from his old school in the transfer portal.

Coastal Carolina Chanticleer's Hayden Johnson (18) pitches against Auburr during game two of the NCAA Baseball Super Regonal at Plainsman Park in Auburn, Ala., on Friday June 6, 2025.

Following the news of Kevin Schnall expected to be named the next Gamecocks head coach, the program adds one of his former players in Hayden Johnson.

Jun 13, 2025; Omaha, Neb, USA; Coastal Carolina Chanticleers head coach Kevin Schnall looks to the field during the game against the Arizona Wildcats during the fifth inning at Charles Schwab Field. Mandatory Credit: Steven Branscombe-Imagn Images

Coastal Carolina's Kevin Schnall is taking his talents to Columbia, South Carolina where he will be tasked to help get the Gamecocks baseball program back to Omaha contention.

South Carolina infielder Will Craddock (9) tries for the tag on Florida infielder Brendan Lawson (11) at second during an NCAA baseball game at Condron Ballpark in Gainesville, FL on Friday, March 13, 2026. [Alan Youngblood/Gainesville Sun]

As the coaching search continues, several Gamecocks have announced their intentions of entering the transfer portal. Here's a quick look at the 17 players who have entered the portal since June 1.

May 5, 2026; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; A catchers mask and glove are seen in the dugout before a game between the Cleveland Guardians and Kansas City Royals at Kauffman Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Peter Aiken-Imagn Images

As the transfer portal opens on June 1, several names across the country will find themselves looking for new homes. South Carolina is no stranger to these losses as another player finds themselves in the portal on Monday.

South Carolina Baseball gets underway Friday night at home vs Sacred Heart

Alex Valentin will be looking for his fourth program in as many years after entering the transfer portal on Saturday.

Mar 1, 2025; Greenville, South Carolina, USA; South Carolina Gamecocks Talmadge LeCroy (5) bats against the Clemson Tigers during the bottom of the sixth inning at Fluor Field. Mandatory Credit: Ken Ruinard/USA Today Network via Imagn Images

Several changes to the Gamecocks baseball program have already been made with a push towards a new head coaching hire. What's next for the team?

May 20, 2025; Hoover, AL, USA; South Carolina pitcher Brandon Stone (32) pitches against Florida in the first round of the SEC Baseball Tournament at the Hoover Met.

With a loss in the SEC Tournament, the 2026 South Carolina baseball season has come to a close. After a disappointing couple of years in Columbia, the team faces questions about its coaching staff and roster. How will those be answered in the coming month

South Carolina senior Talmadge LeCroy (5) bats against Clemson during the top of the third inning at Doug Kingsmore Stadium in Clemson, S.C. Sunday, March 1, 2026.

The Gamecocks will end a five game homestand on Tuesday as they welcome the College of Charleston at 6:30 pm.

June 1, 2024; College Station, TX, USA; Texas Longhorns head coach David Pierce (22) moves to relieve pitcher Andre Duplantier II (88) during the second round in the NCAA baseball College Station Regional against the Texas A&M Aggies at Olsen Field College Station. Mandatory Credit: Dustin Safranek-Imagn Images

Number two Texas rolls into Columbia this weekend for a three game series against the Gamecocks. Can South Carolina pull off the upset?

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Paul Mainieri speaks out on his time with the South Carolina Gamecocks.

Following Saturday's news of the Gamecocks and Paul Mainieri parting ways, Assistant head coach and hitting coach Monte Lee is expected to be named the interim head coach.

South Carolina Gamecocks head coach Paul Mainieri pulls starting pitcher Brandon Stone (32) as the Auburn Tigers take on South Carolina Gamecocks at Plainsman Park in Auburn, Ala., on Thursday, May 8, 2025.

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The South Carolina Gamecocks are expected to part ways with head baseball coach Paul Mainieri after a rough start to the 2026 season.

Tuesday night's home loss at the hands of Charlotte brings South Carolina's losing streak to five games. Only 22 games into the season, serious questions are being asked about Carolina baseball in 2026.

South Carolina begins a homestand on Tuesday that ends with a weekend series against the fourth ranked Arkansas Razorbacks.

Florida head coach Kevin O'Sullivan meets with South Carolina head coach Paul Mainieri before an NCAA baseball game at Condron Ballpark in Gainesville, FL on Friday, March 13, 2026. [Alan Youngblood/Gainesville Sun]

Florida sweeps South Carolina in the opening SEC series of the year. Gamecocks baseball has yet to win a game in the last two years in game three's of SEC play.

South Carolina junior Elija Foster(20) pitches to Clemson during the bottom of the sixth inning at Doug Kingsmore Stadium in Clemson, S.C. Sunday, March 1, 2026.

South Carolina travels to take on a top 25 Florida Gators squad for the first SEC series of the year.

South Carolina rallied back late from an 8-3 deficit, but ultimately falls 9-8 to Queens. The loss raises concern about where this team can go in 2026.

June 10, 2011; Columbia, SC, USA; South Carolina Gamecocks players take batting practice at Carolina Stadium in preparation for the Columbia super regional of the NCAA baseball tournament. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Blake-Imagn Images

South Carolina will look to extend their winning streak to three games if they can pull off a win over Queens. Here's everything you need to know about tonight's action.

TL Hanna High's Will Craddock (9) warms up before the game with JL Mann High School in Anderson, S.C. Friday, April 11, 2025.

True freshman infielder Will Craddock is named the Co-SEC Player of the Week after making his impressive debut last week.

Paul Mainieri's Gamecocks put on a dominant performance on Saturday as they defeat Navy 8-0 in game two of the Salute The Troops weekend.

South Carolina is back home for the Salute The Troops Weekend which includes games against Army (Friday), Navy (Saturday), and Air Force (Sunday).

The South Carolina 2025 Baseball Season isn't off to an ideal start.

South Carolina continues it's midweek games on Wednesday afternoon against Gardner-Webb at Founders Park.

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South Carolina Baseball: Kevin Schnall and the Gamecocks Add Key Pieces to 2027 Roster

South Carolina Baseball: Kevin Schnall and the Gamecocks Add Key Pieces to 2027 Roster

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South Carolina Baseball: Coaching Staff Shake Up, Plus One Gamecock Announces His Return for 2027

Several Former Chanticleers Commit to South Carolina Baseball Out of the Transfer Portal

South Carolina Adds Former Coastal Carolina LHP Hayden Johnson in the Transfer Portal

South Carolina Is Set to Hire Coastal Carolina's Kevin Schnall as the Program's Next Head Baseball Coach

South Carolina Baseball: Number of Gamecocks in the Portal Reaches 17

South Carolina Loses Catcher Gavin Braland to the Transfer Portal

South Carolina Baseball Loses Pitcher Alex Valentin to the Transfer Portal

Changes Already Underway For Carolina Baseball

South Carolina Baseball Faces Major Questions Heading Into the Offseason

South Carolina Baseball Returns to Founders Park to Take on College of Charleston

South Carolina Baseball Prepares for a Home Stand Against the Texas Longhorns

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Paul Mainieri Says the South Carolina Gamecocks Got 'Very Impatient'

South Carolina Baseball Is Expected to Name Monte Lee as Interim Head Coach

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South Carolina Gamecocks Expected to Part Ways With Head Baseball Coach Paul Mainieri

Early Season Struggles Raises Questions About Paul Mainieri and South Carolina Baseball

Carolina Baseball Returns Home to Take on Charlotte in a Chilly Midweek Matchup

South Carolina Loses Three Straight in Gainesville

South Carolina Baseball Prepares for the First SEC Series of the Season

Where Does Paul Mainieri and the Gamecocks Go From Here After Upset Loss to Queens?

Gamecocks Baseball Welcomes Queens to Founders Park on Wednesday Night

South Carolina True Freshman Receives Co-SEC Player of the Week Honors

South Carolina Baseball Defeats Navy 8-0 in Game Two of the Salute The Troops Weekend

South Carolina Baseball Begins the Salute The Troops Weekend on Friday

South Carolina Baseball Preview: Gamecocks Take on Gardner-Webb for a Mid-Week Matchup