There and Back Again:
Senior outfielder Michael Ewing steps up to bat during their final game in the College World Series against North Carolina.
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Golden Eagles make their way to College World Series Todd McInnis, a senior business management major from Brandon, Mississippi, was a starting pitcher for the Golden Eagles this summer on their trek to Omaha. He pitched to a 7-4 record in the regular season, and led the Eagles over the Florida Gators in the Super Regionals. “Last year was a magical year for the Southern Miss baseball program,” said McInnis. “It
was a great experience that none of us will ever forget.” For McInnis, it was an incredible experience to make it that far into the postseason. “I remember getting off the bus for the first time at Rosenblatt stadium. It was a magical experience seeing that statue that so many elite players and teams have touched.”
In a season that meant so much, to not only the players and head coach Corky Palmer, but to the University itself, the Southern Miss baseball team established itself in the national scene, proving that Southern Miss isn’t just a football school anymore. Story by Jack Spitz and Alan Wheat
(Top) Head coach Corky Palmer and wife Debbie walk together after the Eagles lose their second straight game in Ohama, Nebraska. This was Corky’s last game with the Eagles. (Left) In sixty-six games, junior first baseman, Joey Archer batted for .306 with 62 RBI and 10 Home runs. The Golden Eagles finished 8th over all in the nation. Photos courtesy of Photo Services
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