3 bold predictions for Alabama softball’s series vs. South Carolina

The Tide will look to bounce back this weekend following their first series loss of the year.

The Alabama Crimson Tide will host the South Carolina Gamecocks for their final three-game series of the regular season, beginning Thursday evening. 

The Tide enter the matchup with an overall record of 44-6 (16-5 SEC), as Alabama suffered their first series loss of the season against Tennessee on the road this past weekend. Star pitcher Jocelyn Briski will look to keep things rolling against the Gamecocks following an excellent outing last Friday, as Alabama as a whole will need to bounce back in authoritative fashion this weekend. 

Here are three bold predictions for Alabama’s three-game set vs. South Carolina. 

Jocelyn Briski continues to dominate, records 7+ innings pitched

Briski has been widely regarded as one of the top pitchers in all of college softball this season. The star flamethrower surrendered just two hits across five innings against Tennessee last Friday, as Briski recorded an impressive six strikeouts in the 12-0 victory as well. 

Briski will look to stay hot against the Gamecocks on Thursday evening, as the talented pitcher continues to dominate on a nightly basis in 2026. 

Alexis Pupillo bounces back, records 2+ home runs

Pupillo struggled immensely against Tennessee in Knoxville last weekend. The talented utility player went 0-for-8 across the series, but Pupillo could quickly find herself bouncing back against South Carolina. 

Pupillo currently holds a .404 batting average on the year, as the star hitter will look to shine once again against the Gamecocks. 

Vic Moten thrives, records 8+ strikeouts

Moten has been nothing short of elite throughout her freshman campaign with the Tide this season. The star pitcher surrendered two earned runs on four hits over six innings against Tennessee on Sunday, as Moten was excellent in the circle despite Alabama struggling offensively. 

Moten finds herself in prime position for yet another impressive performance this weekend against South Carolina, as the freshman continues to shine throughout her first season in Tuscaloosa.

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