Carson Messina is a professional baseball player who plays as a right-handed pitcher for the South Carolina Gamecocks in college baseball. Born on March 13, 2003, in Summerville, South Carolina, United States, Carson stands at 6 feet and 3 inches tall and weighs 215 pounds. He started playing baseball when he was young and was highly regarded for his skills on the field.
In high school, Carson played for the Summerville High School Spartans. As a junior, he went 5-2 with a 1.64 earned run average and struck out 50 batters in 51.1 innings pitched. After the season, he was named to the All-Area Team and the South Carolina Athletic Conference First Team. As a senior, he improved to 7-1 with a 0.64 ERA and 74 strikeouts in 53.0 innings. He also played in the prestigious Under Armour All-American Game and was selected to the Perfect Game All-American Classic. He was also honored with the Joe Bauman Award, given to the top pitcher in the nation.
After high school, Carson committed to play baseball at the University of South Carolina. In his freshman season, he made an immediate impact, going 6-2 with a 2.45 ERA in 68.2 innings. In his sophomore season, he struggled with command issues, but still managed to go 6-3 with a 5.11 ERA in 67.2 innings. As a junior, he worked on his mechanics and defense, and had a strong season, going 6-4 with a 3.20 ERA in 66.2 innings. As a senior, he made a complete turnaround, going 9-2 with a 2.09 ERA in 70.1 innings, helping lead the Gamecocks to the College World Series.
Carson Messina's signing was seen as a significant boost for the Gamecocks, as he brought experience and potential to the pitching staff. He was selected by the San Francisco Giants in the third round of the 2024 MLB Draft. During his professional career, he has continued to refine his craft and work on improving his control and pitching repertoire.
Throughout his career, Carson Messina has been a standout player, both on and off the field. He has been praised for his dedication to his team and his strong work ethic. His passion and commitment to the sport have made him a fan favorite and a role model for aspiring baseball players. With his combination of talent and character, Carson Messina is considered one of the top prospects in college baseball, and his future in professional baseball is bright.