The Georgia State Panthers are gearing up to host James Madison University in a four-game series starting on Thursday. The Panthers are currently in first place in the Sun Belt Conference and will be looking to extend their lead with strong performances against JMU.
The Panthers have been on a hot streak recently, winning seven out of their last nine games. They have been led by their strong pitching staff, which has a combined ERA of 3.42, as well as their explosive offense, which has scored 128 runs over the course of the season.
Head coach Brad Stromdahl is confident in his team’s abilities and is looking forward to the challenge of facing JMU. He stated, “Our guys have been playing really well lately and we want to keep that momentum going. JMU is a tough opponent, but I believe in our team and I know we have what it takes to come out on top.”
The Panthers will be led by their standout players, including outfielder Griffin Cheney, who leads the team with a .351 batting average and 27 RBIs, as well as pitcher Grant Shaw, who has a 1.76 ERA and a 5-1 record on the season.
The series against JMU will be a crucial one for the Panthers as they look to solidify their position at the top of the conference standings. Fans can catch all the action at the GSU Baseball Complex from Thursday through Sunday. Be sure to come out and support the Panthers as they continue their quest for a conference title.
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