On Christmas last year, Hayden Johnson delivered Christmas trees to homes in Socastee, South Carolina. Today, he delivered the win for the Chanticleers by getting three straight outs in the ninth inning after giving up a double to Eric Guevara.
The southpaw, in his second year, threw three innings without allowing any runs, conceding two hits while striking out five batters. Coastal Carolina’s Jacob Morrison started the game, pitching six innings and yielding one run on six hits and three walks.
The former Socastee High School standout delivered for Coastal Carolina University.
Coastal Carolina secured a spot in the 2025 College World Series by beating Auburn 4-1 last Saturday, becoming the first team to qualify. The Chanticleers advanced by sweeping the Tigers in their regional tournament at home.
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Auburn was ahead 1-0 until the seventh inning when Coastal Carolina scored three runs. Sebastian Alexander led off with a double and advanced to third on a sacrifice bunt by Blake Barthol. Walker Mitchell then singled to bring in a run, leveling the score at 1-1.
Tigers pitcher Cade Fisher induced a fly out from Colby Thorndyke, but then the following four Chanticleers batters successfully got on base, leading to two runs being scored. Blagen Pado singled, Ty Dooley capitalized on an error made by Auburn first baseman Connor McMurray, Ty Borrango walked, and Wells Sykes was hit by a pitch.
Hayden Johnson’s Impact on Coastal Carolina’s Success
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Coastal Carolina extended their lead to 4-1 in the eighth inning thanks to Mitchell’s RBI single. Alexander, who started the inning with a double, was driven in by Mitchell’s hit.
Hayden Johnson closed out the win for the Chanticleers. Jacob Morrison started for Coastal Carolina, throwing six innings and allowing one run with six hits and three walks.
Coastal Carolina’s record advanced to 52-11 as both Alexander and Mitchell each secured three hits in the game.
Auburn suffered a loss with Fisher on the mound, giving up one earned run and five hits while striking out four batters over 2 2/3 innings. Alvarez started the game and pitched four scoreless innings, allowing four hits and two walks. Carlson, on the other hand, conceded one run for the Tigers in just one-third of an inning.
Chase Fralick was responsible for scoring the only run for Auburn, capping off the season with a record of 41-19.
Coastal Carolina secures a spot in the College World Series by clinching a 7-6 victory in 10 innings on Friday night, followed by another win on Saturday. This trip to Omaha marks their return since their 2016 national championship victory.
Coastal Carolina fans expect Hayden Johnson to continue to shine as CCU enters the NCAA World Series. Hayden Johnson has proven he can deliver!
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