PHOTOS: South Carolina softball captures 14-1 win in USC Aiken exhibition game

The South Carolina Gamecocks took on the USC Aiken Pacers in an exhibition game on Oct. 12, 2024. This game was part of a series of exhibition games on the Gamecocks' schedule, including the College of Charleston, USC Beaufort and Wofford. The Gamecocks defeated the Pacers 14-1. Next up, the team hits the road to play College of Charleston on Oct. 20.

Sixth-year outfielder Abigail Knight awaits the pitch on Oct. 12, 2024, during the exhibition game against USC Aiken. Knight has previously played for Boston College UNC Charlotte but decided to transfer for the 2025 season to South Carolina.

Redshirt junior infielder Natalie Heath makes a "spurs up" hand motion during the national anthem before South Carolina softball's exhibition game against USC Aiken on Oct. 12, 2024. The Gamecocks defeated the Pacers 14-1.

Freshman pitcher Olivia Kotowski runs home to secure another run during South Carolina's game against USC Aiken on Oct. 12, 2024. The run helped the Gamecocks win against their in-state competition.

A South Carolina softball player slides onto third base during the Gamecocks' exhibition game against USC Aiken on Oct.12, 2024. South Carolina will face College of Charleston for its next exhibition game.

Junior pitcher Jori Heard throws the ball towards the batter during South Carolina's exhibition game against USC Aiken on Oct.12, 2024. Heard posted a 1.88 ERA during the spring season.

Redshirt sophmore infielder Kiki Estrade high fives her teammates during lineup announcements before South Carolina's exhibition game against USC Aiken on Oct. 12, 2024. The Gamecocks defeated the Pacers 14-1.

Sophmore pitcher Nealy Lamb turns to make a throw to first base on Oct. 12, 2024, during an exhibition game against USC Aiken. The Gamecocks won't start the new season until the spring but have competed in many exhibition games in the fall.

Junior catcher Lexi Winters prepares to catch the ball on Oct. 12, 2024, during South Carolina's game against USC Aiken. Lexi won the ACC's Defensive Player of the Year at UNC-Charlotte during the 2024.