The Florida A&M Rattlers have turned their season around in spectacular fashion, sweeping the Alabama A&M Bulldogs in a commanding road series that has rocketed them up the SWAC standings. After dropping two consecutive series, the Rattlers (22-22, 17-8 in SWAC) showed grit and determination at Bulldog Field in Huntsville, Alabama, from May 7 to May 9, leaving no doubt about their resurgence.
The series kicked off with a nail-biter on Thursday, as FAMU edged out a 9-8 victory. The momentum carried into Friday, where the Rattlers secured a 6-2 win, before closing the sweep with a dominant 10-3 performance on Saturday. Key offensive contributions came from Jay Campbell, Jordan Brown, and William Brown, each tallying three runs in respective games, showcasing the depth of the Rattlers' lineup.
On the mound, pitchers Clark Lincoln, Caleb Granger, and Garrett Workman delivered winning performances, providing the stability FAMU needed to climb to No. 3 in the SWAC as of Sunday, May 10. With just one week remaining in the regular season, the Rattlers are poised for a strong finish.
Next up, FAMU returns home to face the Texas Southern Tigers (21-19, 15-9 in SWAC), who are currently sitting at No. 5 and looking to improve their standing before the league tournament kicks off on May 20 in Birmingham. The three-game series begins on Thursday, May 14, at 5 p.m. ET, followed by Friday's game at the same time, and Saturday's finale at 1 p.m. ET.
For Rattlers fans, this sweep is a testament to the team's resilience and a thrilling preview of what's to come as they gear up for postseason play. Whether you're cheering from the stands or repping FAMU gear, this is a team worth watching.
