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LSU baseball pulls off improbable comeback vs South Carolina in SEC Baseball Tournament
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The game already had heads spinning.
LSU baseball had methodically erased an eight-run deficit, sending the game to extra innings, tied at 10-10 after Paxton Kling scored off a throwing error from South Carolina third baseman Lee Ellis.
In the top of the 10th, the Gamecocks attempted to steal home, but Blake Johnson was tagged out at home plate — which both teams thought ended the half inning. After lengthy debate, the umpire crew ruled LSU catcher Brady Neal stepped in front of home plate before he had possession of the ball from pitcher Griffin Herring. The run was awarded to South Carolina, giving it the 11-10 lead.
But that set the stage for Steven Milam. The freshman, with Hayden Travinksi on base, pounded a high fastball the became a walk-off, two-run home run to lift the Tigers to an improbable 12-11 win over the Gamecocks (36-23) in the SEC Baseball Tournament semifinals.
LSU (40-20) advances to the SEC Tournament championship game Sunday where it’ll face the winner of Tennessee and Vanderbilt.
REQUIRED READING LSU baseball rallies in 9th to edge South Carolina in SEC Baseball Tournament
LSU baseball climbs back into the game capitalizing off South Carolina miscues
Déjà vu.
South Carolina was in control late in the game. A throwing error from Talmadge LeCroy at third base allowed the Tigers to cut into the Gamecocks’ lead, cutting it to a one-run game. Michael Braswell ended up propelling LSU ahead in the ninth with an RBI single and LSU held on 11-10.
South Carolina, which led the Tigers 8-0 at one point in the SEC Baseball Tournament semifinals Saturday afternoon, clung to a 10-9 lead in the bottom of the ninth. A throwing error from USC third baseman Lee Ellis allowed LSU pinch hitter Ethan Frey to score from second to tie the game up 10-10, sending the game to extra innings.
LSU baseball coach Jay Johnson ejected in 10th inning on South Carolina’s attempt at stealing home
South Carolina coach Mark Kingston decided to gamble and send Blake Johnson home on a steal attempt with two outs in top of the 10th.
LSU catcher Brady Neal stepped forward as pitcher Griffin Herring began his throwing motion as Jackson was racing home. Initially, Jackson was called out as Neal caught the ball and placed the tag. But, after a lengthy discussion, the umpires determined Neal stepped on the plate without possession of the ball which is a violation of a rule that results in a balk and a interference.
As a result, South Carolina was awarded the run and LSU coach Jay Johnson became heated about the ruling. During his debate with the umpires, he was ejected — Johnson’s first instance of the season.
Despite not having their coach in the dugout, LSU came through in the end.
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It wasn’t a pretty start to the game for LSU. It looked out of gas and the defense was sloppy in the early stages of the game.
At the plate, the Tigers opened the game 0-for-10 with runners on and 0-for-7 with runners in scoring position. They closed the game going 4-for-13 with base runners and 3-for-10 with RISP as the Tigers chipped away and eventually tied things up in the ninth.
LSU scored six runs with two outs, continuing a trend that’s won it a lot of ballgames down the stretch of the regular season.
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Cory Diaz covers the LSU Tigers for The Daily Advertiser as part of the USA TODAY Network. Follow his Tigers coverage on Twitter: @ByCoryDiaz. Got questions regarding LSU athletics? Send them to Cory Diaz at bdiaz@gannett.com.
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Pedestrian deaths have fallen for the first time since the pandemic
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Crossing the street is finally becoming a bit safer. After hitting a 40-year high in 2022, pedestrian deaths decreased in 2023, according to a report published Wednesday by the Governors Highway Safety Association.
The report shows a 5.4% fall in the annual number of pedestrian deaths, the first decrease since the COVID-19 pandemic began. The association’s CEO, Jonathan Adkins, says the progress is a step in the right direction.
“We’re happy to see it going down, but we’re not having a party,” said Adkins.
The number of fatalities — 7,318 — is still far more than in 2019, before the pandemic. But Adkins said there’s some evidence that new safety initiatives could be helping. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration also says that overall traffic deaths are trending down so far in 2024.
Road safety advocates have pushed for a variety of measures, including lower speed limits, more sidewalks and better lighting in pedestrian areas. Adkins says that layering multiple methods is the key to preventing deaths.
“There’s a lot of construction going on across the country that’s making the roadway safer. We’re engaging law enforcement in some new and creative ways,” said Adkins. “We’re looking at vehicle technology. So we’re doing a lot of different things, and that’s a different approach to safety in the United States.”
He singled out California, which saw the greatest decrease in pedestrian deaths, for working closely with local governments. “That’s different than, certainly, historically in roadway safety,” he said.
Adkins says that the report’s findings could reflect the start of a new trend in pedestrian safety, as initiatives continue to be implemented across the United States.
“It’s really just started in the last few years. And so I’m hopeful that that’s starting to pay off,” he said.
Data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration reveals many pedestrian deaths in 2023 occurred at night in areas without sidewalks. They were most likely to involve SUVs or other large vehicles.
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Follow the race: Runoff elections expected to make big impact in SC politics
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COLUMBIA, S.C. — Around 30 runoff elections are taking place across South Carolina — many happening across the Midlands.
These are for races in which no candidate received a majority of votes during last week’s primaries, ranging from local races like sheriffs and county council to seats representing South Carolinians on Capitol Hill and at the State House.
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That is especially the case throughout much of South Carolina, where the vast majority of legislative districts lean heavily toward one party or the other, making them uncompetitive in a general election.
But the South Carolina Election Commission said runoffs are usually low-turnout races, with most garnering single-digit turnout among eligible voters.
MORE: Am I eligible to vote in the runoff today?
Eligible voters can also head to the polls on runoff day, which is Tuesday, June 25.
Polls will be open that day from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. in the counties where there is at least one runoff. Check your sample ballot at scVOTES.gov.
South Carolinians voting in person, or if they are voting absentee by mail and returning their ballot in person, will need to bring a photo ID with them.
Check here for U.S. Senate, U.S. House results in South Carolina
SC Statewide Primary Runoff
Ivory Thigpen (D) | 0 | |
Overture Walker (D) | 0 |
Katrina Shealy (R) | 0 | |
Carlisle Kennedy (R) | 0 |
Chris Smith (R) | 0 | |
Jason Guerry (R) | 0 |
Austin Floyd (D) | 0 | |
Jeffrey Graham (D) | 0 |
Lindsay Agostini (R) | 0 | |
Michael Jones (R) | 0 |
Billy Garrett (R) | 0 | |
Charles Bumgardner (R) | 0 |
Johnny Felder (D) | 0 | |
Jerry Govan (D) | 0 |
Sheri Biggs (R) | 0 | |
Mark Burns (R) | 0 |
Sean Fogle (D) | 0 | |
Montez Haynes (D) | 0 |
Kayla Berry (R) | 0 | |
Abigail Ridgell (R) | 0 |
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Sharp Honored as a 2024 Best Place to Work in South Carolina
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MONTVALE, N.J., June 25, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Sharp Imaging and Information Company of America (SIICA), is thrilled to share its Sharp Business Systems’ (SBS) South Carolina branch was recently named as one of the Best Places to Work in South Carolina. Sharp was recognized on the list for its efficient employment and training practices, competitive pay and benefits, and outstanding corporate culture and work-life balance.
This is the eighteenth annual Best Places to Work in South Carolina program in partnership with Best Companies Group. The survey and awards program was designed to identify, recognize and honor the best employers in the state of South Carolina, benefiting the state’s economy, workforce and businesses. The list is made up of 108 total companies.
“This recognition is a testament to the hard work and dedication of our incredible team who strive every day to create a welcoming and innovative environment while always putting our customers’ needs first,” said SBS South Carolina’s Branch General Manager, Tommy Pickens. “Our commitment to fostering a culture of collaboration, respect and continuous learning is what makes Sharp not just a workplace, but a community where everyone can thrive and succeed. We are proud to set the standard for excellence and will continue to push the boundaries of what it means to be one of the best places to work in the state.”
Companies from across the state entered the two-part survey process to determine the Best Places to Work in South Carolina. The first part consisted of evaluating each nominated company’s workplace policies, practices, philosophy, systems and demographics. The second part consisted of an employee survey to measure the employee experience. The combined scores determined the top companies and the final ranking.
The rankings will be published online in August and companies will be recognized at an in-person awards ceremony on August 22, 2024, at the Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center. The September issues of Charleston Regional Business Journal, Columbia Regional Business Report and GSA Business Report will also publish the rankings.
For more information on the Best Places to Work in South Carolina honorees, visit BestPlacesToWorkSC.com.
About Sharp Business Systems
Sharp Business Systems (SBS) is the direct sales division of Sharp Imaging and Information Company of America, a division of Sharp Electronics Corporation. SBS branches throughout the U.S. combine the resources of a multi-billion-dollar corporation with the value of local representation and community relationships. Sharp strives to help businesses achieve Simply Smarter work by helping companies manage workflow efficiently, create immersive and engaging environments, and increase productivity. SBS offers a full suite of secure printer and copier solutions, commercial displays and projectors, Dynabook laptops, management and productivity software and fully managed services. As a total solutions provider, SBS has a reputation for innovation, quality, reliability, and industry-leading customer support expertise.
For more information on Sharp’s business products, visit our website at business.sharpusa.com. Become a fan of Sharp business products on Facebook, follow us on X, LinkedIn and Instagram and watch us on YouTube.
Contact:
Paul Merchan
Peppercomm for Sharp
347.804.4608
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