Cocky rings out a towel after attempting to wipe off the top of South Carolina’s dugout during a rainy game at Founders Park. Photo by Sydney Dunlap/Carolina Reporter
Queens University of Charlotte sophomore infielder Jake Barbour, who batted 0.500, runs towards first base during the game against the Gamecocks. Coaches blamed the cold but mostly the wind for potential home run hits that fell short in the outfield. Photo by Jack Bradshaw/Carolina Reporter
USC students Bertie Floyd, left, and Jessica Robinson cheer on the Gamecocks after a successful play against Queens University of Charlotte Royals. The loyal Gamecock fans said they plan to attend every game this season, no matter the weather conditions. Photo by Sydney Dunlap/Carolina Reporter
Queens University of Charlotte pitcher Joey Ruller blows steam as he reacts to a play during a chilly night at the Founders Park. Photo by Deston Cedillo/Carolina Reporter
Pitcher Caleb Jones warms up in the outfield while rain clings to a handrail before a rainy game against Queens University. The Gamecocks beat the Royals 7-2 at Founders Park. Photo by Sydney Dunlap/Carolina Reporter
The baseball game at Founders Park played on, despite looming storm clouds, biting wind and rain. While some diehard fans remained, most hovered under the concourse leaving the drenched seats empty on a night with on and off again rain and the temperature dropping to under 40 degrees. Photo by Destini Simon/Carolina Reporter
Four-year-old Phillip McHugh, excited to watch his first ballgame with dad Colby, braved rain and temperatures that hovered under 40 degrees. The faithful fans, among 39 left in the stands by the fifth inning, were determined to stay the course to cheer on the Gamecocks as well as celebrate Colby’s birthday. Photo by Sarah Moore/Carolina Reporter
Stephen Octave, scout for the Chicago White Sox, records potential recruits on the field from the slightly warmer, sheltered cover of the press box. Photo by Chelsea T Gourdine/Carolina Reporter
