Coastal Carolina struggles against Kade Anderson as LSU takes early series lead
Coastal Carolina entered Game 1 of the MCWS 2025 Championship with high expectations, but LSU had other plans. Despite Coastal Carolina’s strong start to the tournament, the Chanticleers couldn’t overcome a dominant outing from LSU’s Kade Anderson, falling behind early and never recovering.
LSU’s pitching and defense held Coastal’s offense in check throughout the night, with Anderson striking out 10 batters and allowing only three hits over seven innings. The Tigers’ offense backed him up with timely runs that gave them control of the game from the third inning onward.
Kade Anderson Silences Coastal Carolina Bats
LSU’s left-handed ace, Kade Anderson, was the story of the night. He executed a nearly flawless performance that left Coastal Carolina chasing from the start. Anderson’s command, velocity, and confidence made it difficult for Coastal hitters to get on base, let alone score.
This effort gave LSU a valuable 1-0 series lead, putting pressure on the Chanticleers to respond quickly in Game 2.
Coastal Carolina Looks to Bounce Back in Game 2
Despite the setback, Coastal still has a chance to turn the around. Head coach Gary Gilmore expressed confidence in his team’s ability to adjust and comeback stronger, highlighting the resilience they’ve shown throughout the season.
The MCWS 2025 Championship remains up for grabs, but Game 2 now becomes a must-win for Coastal if they hope to claim their second national title.
