LSU Tigers Eye Championship After Game 1 Victory Over Coastal Carolina
The 6th-seeded LSU Tigers are poised for a chance at the College World Series title following their 1-0 victory over the 13th-seeded Coastal Carolina Chanticleers in the opening game of the best-of-three championship series. The Tigers will aim to sweep the series in Game 2, slated for Sunday, June 22, at 2:30 p.m. ET (1:30 p.m. CT) at Charles Schwab Field in Omaha, Nebraska. The matchup will be broadcast live on ABC and available for streaming through FuboTV (which offers a free trial), DirecTV, and SlingTV.
In Saturday’s tight contest, LSU’s Kade Anderson delivered a standout performance on the mound, throwing a complete game shutout. The left-handed pitcher allowed only three hits while striking out ten and issuing five walks. The game’s sole score came from LSU shortstop Steven Milam, who notched an RBI single in the first inning and contributed two hits overall with a double and a walk.
Coastal Carolina’s pitcher, Cameron Flukey, also put forth a strong showing, striking out nine batters over six innings and allowing just four hits, maintaining competitive pressure throughout the game. The Chanticleers will be looking to bounce back and force a decisive Game 3 on Monday.
As excitement builds for the rematch, LSU holds a significant series advantage and is one game away from securing the championship title. Fans can catch all the action live or via streaming services, making it accessible for viewers to cheer on their teams in this thrilling final.
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