Coastal Carolina’s Jacob Morrison delivered a standout performance against Oregon State during the College World Series, showcasing his skills as the Sun Belt Pitcher of the Year for 2025. Despite conceding a solo home run in the third inning, Morrison demonstrated resilience by retiring 16 consecutive batters, a remarkable streak that extended into the eighth inning. He became only the third pitcher since 2011 to accomplish this feat in a College World Series game.
In the matchup on June 15, the 6-foot-8 ace led the No. 13 Chanticleers to a 6-2 victory over the No. 8 Beavers, giving up just one run on five hits while striking out seven over 7 2/3 innings. This impressive outing lowered his season ERA from 2.15 to 2.08. With this win, Morrison improved his season record to a perfect 12-0, maintaining a flawless mark in games where he has taken the mound.
Morrison’s effectiveness has been evident throughout the NCAA tournament, highlighted by another strong performance against No. 4 Auburn in the Super Regional, where he pitched six innings with just one run allowed and six strikeouts. He initially faced challenges in his first postseason outing against East Carolina, allowing four runs on seven hits in five innings, but rebounded with aplomb against top-tier competition.
As Coastal Carolina aims for its second national championship since 2016, Morrison remains a vital asset, with the potential to further elevate his reputation on one of college baseball’s grandest stages should the Chanticleers advance to the national championship series.
For those following Morrison’s journey, his stats reflect his dominance among college pitchers this season, making him a player to watch as the competition progresses. With talent and determination, the prospect of further success for Morrison and his team is looking increasingly promising.