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Outfielder Tyler Bak has committed to play baseball for South Carolina, making him the ninth player to join through the NCAA transfer portal. Previously with Wofford College, Bak showcased impressive stats, including a .311 batting average and 20 RBIs in his sophomore season. His move reunites him with former high school teammate Erik Parker, potentially enhancing team chemistry for the Gamecocks. Bak brings two years of eligibility and significant experience to the South Carolina roster as the team prepares for the next season.
Columbia, SC – Outfielder Tyler Bak has officially committed to play baseball for South Carolina, marking a significant addition to the team’s roster. The announcement was confirmed on Wednesday, as Bak transitions from his previous team, Wofford College.
Bak recently completed two seasons with the Wofford Terriers, where he established himself as a formidable player. Over his college career, he achieved a batting average of .311, a slugging percentage of .402, and a on-base percentage of .429, culminating in an OPS (On-base Plus Slugging) of .831. In the most recent season, Bak played 45 games as a center fielder, exhibiting a fielding percentage of .960 with five errors.
During his sophomore season in 2025, Bak demonstrated his offensive abilities, hitting two home runs while driving in 20 runs and successfully stealing 15 bases out of 17 attempts. Throughout a total of 189 plate appearances, he had 157 at-bats, striking out 29 times and walking 23. His performance at Wofford highlights his potential as a contributing player at the collegiate level.
The transfer marks Bak as the ninth player to join the South Carolina baseball team through the NCAA transfer portal, which opened on June 2 and will remain accessible until July 1. Bak’s ability to reunite with Erik Parker, a former high school teammate at North Gwinnett in Georgia, adds a familiar face to the roster and could enhance team chemistry.
Other players who have also made the transition to South Carolina include a diverse group of talent from various institutions. Notable transfers include Josh Gregoire, a reliever from Louisiana-Monroe; Logan Sutter, a first baseman from Purdue; and Cullen Horowicz, a two-way player from Samford. Additionally, right-handers Amp Phillips from USC Upstate, Elijah Foster from Sacred Heart, and Josh Gunther from Wake Forest, along with left-hander Bradley Hodges from Virginia, are also joining the Gamecocks.
Bak will now have two years of eligibility remaining as he aims to make an impactful contribution to the South Carolina baseball program. With his extensive experience in the outfield and proven offensive capabilities, he represents a strategic addition to the Gamecocks’ roster as they prepare for the upcoming season.
As college baseball continues to evolve, the transfer portal has become a pivotal tool for athletes seeking new opportunities. The influx of talent through these transfers may influence the competitiveness of the South Carolina baseball team in the coming seasons, as they adapt to the integration of new players while striving for success on the field.
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- On3: South Carolina Lands Commitment from Tyler Bak
- Wikipedia: NCAA Transfer Portal
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- Gwinnett Daily Post: Tyler Bak Commits
- Google Scholar: South Carolina Gamecocks baseball
- On3: Why South Carolina was Right for Tyler Bak
- Encyclopedia Britannica: College Baseball
- Greenville Online: Baseball Transfer Portal Tracker
- Google News: South Carolina Gamecocks baseball
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