It's no secret, most of us would like to stay in our own home as we age. Yet, sometimes our loved ones just need a little extra help to remain comfortable at home. That's where Always Best Care can help....we are dedicated to exceeding expectations....always.
They say that your golden years are the best years of your life. For most older Americans, that's how it should be - a time to relax, reflect, and live life in a familiar place. After all, senior citizens in the U.S. have worked tirelessly to build a better economy, serve their communities, and raise families.
However, as seniors grow older, completing daily tasks like showering and enjoying activities such as visiting the historic Town Clock, Cannon Barrel gets harder without someone by their side. Unfortunately, many older Americans aren't able to rely on their adult children for help. The reality in today's world is that family members do not have the skills or time to dedicate to caring for their parents. That's where Always Best Care Senior Services comes in.
Our in-home care services are for people who prefer to stay at home as they grow older but need ongoing care that family or friends cannot provide. More and more older adults prefer to live far away from long-term, institutionalized facilities and closer to the place where they feel most comfortable - their home. Home care in Conway, SC is a safe, effective way to give your loved ones the care they need when they need it the most.
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Service AreasSince 1996, Always Best Care has provided non-medical in-home care for seniors to help them maintain a healthy lifestyle as they get older. We are proud to have helped more than 25,000 seniors maintain higher levels of dignity and respect. We focus on providing seniors with the highest level of in-home care available so that they may live happily and independently.
Unlike some senior care companies, we genuinely want to be included in our clients' lives. We believe that personalized care is always the better option over a "one size fits all" approach. To make sure our senior clients receive the best care possible, we pair them with compassionate caregivers who understand their unique needs. That way, they may provide care accordingly without compromising their wellbeing.
The Always Best Care difference lies in life's little moments - where compassionate care and trustworthy experience come together to help seniors live a fruitful, healthy life. Whether you are an aging adult that can't quite keep up with life's daily tasks or the child of a senior who needs regular in-home services, Always Best Care is here to help.
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“I engaged Nate as a consultant to search for the right Assisted Living Facility for my mom. This service is no cost to the family. He spent quite some time getting my mom's preferences clarified and then searching for matching AL facilities. All of this was done in less than two days. He and I talked through the options and I relayed the two I felt were best to mom. Nate personally picked mom up from rehab and took her on those tours, which was a godsend because I live in another state. During both tours, he texted me "play by plays" as to how it was going. He helped me and mom choose the right place for her budget and needs - and was very patient with us as my mom took longer than expected to make the final decision. She was talking about needing a new TV and Nate provided her/us with a link to some that were on sale that met her needs. Once the decision was made, Nate accompanied the AL staff member to mom's rehab and sat through the entire long paperwork process to ensure mom understood what she was signing. Again, he kept me in the loop by texting me regularly about how things were going during the meeting. He checked in a couple of times after that and prior to mom's move asking how our prep was going and if we needed anything. On one call, I did ask for a referral to a specific service we needed. He didn't have an established one, so he researched it and got one for me promptly. During and shortly after moving day, Nate checked in again to see how mom was settling in. I've been amazed at the personalized engagement that we received from Nate. Anytime he said he would do something, he did it and he did it promptly. If anything was delayed, he updated me immediately. This is in stark contrast to Tara at Senior Care Authority that provides this service as well. She promised me things during our initial call and didn't follow through on most of them. During our text exchanges, she never answered my specific question - always danced around it. Within a handful of days, I said "nope!", researched more, and came across Nate and this service. Ahhhh, what a breath of fresh air to receive what you asked for. I have no doubt it saved me countless hours glued to my computer, trying to compare facilities. I highly recommend Nate and his consulting service - it was an excellent experience and he was a lifesaver!”
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“I am a current client of this provider From a caretakers/daughters point of view: This service is a savior for me personally. It relieves me from having to miss a lot of work time to travel to my mothers appt, now I can meet her at the appt. and save this time. The care and service she is getting is TOP NOTCH! From how easy it is for my mother to schedule and the follow through is right on the money. From a person getting the services: Melissa is the best, she calls me weekly to remind me of my appointments coming up. I am very pleased with the services and absolutely pleased with the services provided. I know that this alone helps ease the mind of my daughter. Thank you to the team at Always Best Care!”
“Always Best Care is a great company to work for and if you are looking for care for a loved one, I highly recommend them. The staff is friendly, knowledgeable and supportive. I work in the senior industry and recommend Always Best Care to my clients that need extra support in their home or while family is away. Always Best Care will respond immediately and truly show compassion to others.”
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Home is where the heart is. While that saying can sound a tad cliche, it is especially true for many seniors living in America. When given a choice, older adults most often prefer to grow older at home. An AARP study found that three out of four adults over the age of 50 want to stay in their homes and communities as they age.
When you begin to think about why, it makes sense. Home offers a sense of security, comfort, and familiarity.
The truth is, as we age, we begin to rely on others for help. When a family is too busy or lives too far away to fulfill this role, in-home senior care is often the best solution. Home care services allow seniors to enjoy personal independence while also receiving trustworthy assistance from a trained caregiver.
At Always Best Care, we offer a comprehensive range of home care services to help seniors stay healthy while they get the help they need to remain independent. As your senior loved one gets older, giving them the gift of senior care is one of the best ways to show your love, even if you live far away.
To give our senior clients the best care possible, we offer a full spectrum of in-home care services:
If your senior loved one has specific care needs, our personal care services are a great choice to consider. Personal care includes the standard caregiving duties associated with companion care and includes help with tasks such as dressing and grooming. Personal care can also help individuals with chronic conditions like diabetes.
Common personal care services include assistance with:
Sometimes, seniors need helpful reminders to maintain a high quality of life at home. If you or your senior has trouble with everyday tasks like cooking, our home helper services will be very beneficial.
Common home helper care services include assistance with:
Using this kind of care is a fantastic way to make life easier for you or your senior loved one. At Always Best Care, our talented caregivers often fill the role of a companion for seniors. That way, older adults can enjoy their favorite local activities, such as visiting Riverfront Park with friends while also receiving the care they need daily or weekly.
Common companionship services include:
According to AARP, more than 53 million adults living in the U.S. provide care to someone over 50 years old. Unfortunately, these caregivers experience stress, exhaustion, and even depression. Our respite care services help family caregivers address urgent obligations, spend time with their children, and enjoy nearby activities. Perhaps more importantly, respite care gives family members time to recharge and regroup. Taking personal time to de-stress reduces the risk of caregiver burnout. So, if you've always wanted to eat at the local Rivertown Bistro or visit Horry County Museum, don't feel bad. Doing so is great for both you and your loved one.
At the end of the day, our goal is to become a valuable part of your senior's daily routine. That way, we may help give them the highest quality of life possible. We know that staying at home is important for your loved one, and we are here to help make sure that is possible.
If you have been on the fence about non-medical home care, there has never been a better time than now to give your senior the care, assistance, and companionship they deserve.
Always Best Care in-home services are for older adults who prefer to stay at home but need ongoing care that friends and family cannot provide. In-home care is a safe, effective way for seniors to age gracefully in a familiar place and live independent, non-institutionalized lives. The benefits of non-medical home care are numerous. Here are just a few reasons to consider senior care services from Always Best Care:
According to AARP, 9 out of 10 seniors prefer to age in place within the comfort of their own home. With in-home care, seniors have a way to stay at home, receive the care they need, and maintain a sense of independence, improving overall wellness.
If you or a member of your family have assumed the role of caregiver for your senior loved one, you know how stressful the job can be. Between caregiver burnout and constant worry, being a family caregiver is hard. In-home care relieves your burden and gives you peace of mind knowing that your older family member is in expert hands.
Unlike nursing homes, where the staff and residents rotate frequently, seniors can foster new friendships and build bonds with their caregiver. Seniors who socialize on a regular basis are often happier, which fosters positivity and leads to increased wellbeing.
No two seniors need the same kind of in-home care assistance. That is why each of our Care Plans is tailored to meet our client's individual needs. We offer plans that cover everything from light housekeeping to more involved duties like transportation to doctor's appointments. Our Care Coordinators will work closely with you to develop a personalized plan to ensure your senior's needs are exceeded.
Always Best Care offers a full array of care options for patients at all levels of health. With our trusted elderly care services, your loved one will receive the level of care necessary for them to enjoy the highest possible quality of life.
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While it's true that some seniors have complicated medical needs that prevent them from staying at home, aging in place is often the best arrangement for seniors and their families. With a trusted caregiver, seniors have the opportunity to live with a sense of dignity and do so as they see fit - something that is unavailable to many older people today.
In-home care makes it possible for millions of seniors to age in place every year. Rather than moving to a strange nursing home, seniors have the chance to stay at home where they feel the happiest and most comfortable.
How much does a senior's home truly mean to them?
A study published by the American Society on Aging found that more than half of seniors say their home's emotional value means more than how much their home is worth in monetary value. It stands to reason, then, that a senior's home is where they want to grow old.
With the help of elderly care in Conway, SC, seniors don't have to age in a sterilized care facility. Instead, they can age gracefully in the place they want to be most: their home. In contrast, seniors who move to a long-term care facility must adapt to new environments, new people, and new systems that the facility implements. At this stage in life, this kind of drastic change can be more harmful than helpful.
Institutional care facilities like nursing homes often put large groups of people together to live in one location. On any given day, dozens of staff members and caregivers run in and out of these facilities. Being around so many new people in a relatively small living environment can be dangerous for a seniors' health and wellbeing. When you consider that thousands of seniors passed away in nursing homes during the COVID-19 pandemic, opting for in-home care is often a safer, healthier choice for seniors.
Aging in place has been shown to improve seniors' quality of life, which helps boost physical health and also helps insulate them from viral and bacterial risks found in elderly living facilities.
For many seniors, the ability to live independently with assistance from a caregiver is a priceless option. With in-home care, seniors experience a higher level of independence and freedom - much more so than in other settings like a nursing home. When a senior has the chance to age in place, they get to live life on their own terms, inside the house that they helped make into a home. More independence means more control over their personal lives, too, which leads to increased levels of fulfillment, happiness, and personal gratification. Over time, these positive feelings can manifest into a healthier, longer life.
More independence, a healthier life, and increased comfort are only a few benefits of aging in place. You have to take into consideration the role of cost and convenience. Simply put, it's usually easier and more affordable to help seniors age in place than it is to move them into an institutional care facility. According to the US Department of Housing and Urban Development, seniors who age in the comfort of their homes can save thousands of dollars per month.
In-home care services from Always Best Care, for instance, are often less expensive than long-term solutions, which can cost upwards of six figures per year. To make matters worse, many residential care facilities are reluctant to accept long-term care insurance and other types of payment assistance.
With Always Best Care's home care services, seniors and their families have a greater level of control over their care plans. In-home care gives seniors the chance to form a bond with a trusted caregiver and also receive unmatched care that is catered to their needs. In long-term care facilities, seniors and their loved ones have much less control over their care plan and have less of a say in who provides their care.
In-home care is a valuable resource that empowers seniors to age in place on their own terms. However, a big concern for many families and their loved ones is how much in-home care costs. If you're worried that in-home care is too expensive, you may be pleasantly surprised to learn that it is one of the most affordable senior care arrangements available.
Typically, hiring an Always Best Care in-home caregiver for a few hours a week is more affordable than sending your loved one to a long-term care facility. This is true even for seniors with more complex care needs.
At Always Best Care, we will work closely with you and your family to develop a Care Plan that not only meets your care needs, but your budget requirements, too. Once we discover the level of care that you or your senior need, we develop an in-home care plan that you can afford.
In addition to our flexible care options, families should also consider the following resources to help offset potential home care costs:
When you or your senior loved one needs assistance managing daily tasks at home, finding a qualified caregiver can be challenging. It takes a special kind of person to provide reliable care for your senior loved one. However, a caregiver's role involves more than meal preparation and medication reminders. Many seniors rely on their caregivers for companionship, too.
Our companion care services give seniors the chance to socialize in a safe environment and engage in activities at home. These important efforts boost morale and provide much-needed relief from repetitive daily routines. A one-on-one, engaging conversation can sharpen seniors' minds and give them something in which to be excited.
At Always Best Care, we only hire care providers that we would trust to care for our own loved ones. Our senior caregivers in Conway, SC understand how important it is to listen and communicate with their seniors. A seemingly small interaction, like a short hug goodbye, can make a major difference in a senior's day. Instead of battling against feelings of isolation, seniors begin to look forward to seeing their caregiver each week.
Understanding the nuances of senior care is just one of the reasons why our care providers are so great at their job.
Unlike some senior care companies, our caregivers must undergo extensive training before they work for Always Best Care. In addition, our caregivers receive ongoing training throughout the year. This training ensures that their standard of care matches up to the high standards we've come to expect. During this training, they will brush up on their communication skills, safety awareness, and symptom spotting. That way, your loved one receives the highest level of non-medical home care from day one.
While it's true that many seniors prefer to age at home, sometimes in-home care isn't the best fit. For those seniors and their families, choosing an assisted living facility makes more sense. Unfortunately, finding the optimal care facility is easier said than done in today's day and age. That's when Always Best Care's assisted living referral services begin to make a lot of sense.
Assisted living is a form of housing intended for seniors who require varying degrees of medical and personal attention. Accommodations may include single rooms, apartments, or shared living arrangements. Assisted living communities are typically designed to resemble a home-like environment and are physically constructed to encourage the independence of residents.
At assisted living communities, seniors receive help with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, and eating. They may also benefit from coordination of services with outside healthcare providers, and monitoring of resident activities to ensure their health, safety, and well-being. Caregivers who work at assisted living communities can also provide medication administration and personal care services for older adults.
Other services offered within assisted living communities can include some or all of the following:
At Always Best Care, our representatives can match your senior's emotional, physical, and financial needs with viable assisted living communities nearby. Results are based on comparative data, so you can select the best choice for you or your loved one.
Always Best Care works closely with local senior living communities to gain valuable knowledge that we then use to help seniors and their loved ones make informed decisions. This information can include basic care and rent, resident availability, and services provided. Because Always Best Care is compensated by these communities, we provide senior living referral services at no extra cost to you.
Some of the most popular assisted living communities to consider in our area include the following:
For many seniors, moving into a senior living community revolves around how and when they want to make a transition to more involved care. Some seniors are more proactive about transitioning to independent living. Others choose to remain home until their care needs or other requirements are satisfied. Remember - our staff is here to help. Contact our office today to learn more about assisted living communities and how we can find a facility that exceeds your expectations.
The first step in getting quality in-home care starts with a personal consultation with an experienced Always Best Care Care Coordinator. This initial consultation is crucial for our team to learn more about you or your elderly loved one to discover the level of care required. Topics of this consultation typically include:
A discussion of your needs and how our trained caregivers can offer assistance in the most effective way
A draft of your care plan, which includes highly detailed notes and a framework for the care that you or your senior will receive
Discuss payment options and help coordinate billing with your insurance provider
Our caregivers are trained to spot changes that clients exhibit, like mental and physical decline. As your trusted senior care company, we will constantly assess and update your Care Plan to meet any new emotional, intellectual, physical, and emotional needs.
If you have never considered in-home care before, we understand that you and your family may have concerns about your Care Plan and its Care Coordinator. To help give you peace of mind, know that every team member and caregiver must undergo comprehensive training before being assigned to a Care Plan.
At the end of the day, we only hire the best of the best at Always Best Care. Whether you need home care in Conway, SC 24-hours a day or only need a respite for a couple of hours, we are here to serve you.
When you're ready, we encourage you to contact your local Always Best Care representative to set up a Care Consultation. Our Care Coordinators would be happy to meet with you in person to get to know you better, discuss your needs, and help put together a personalized Care Plan specific to your needs.
CONWAY, S.C. — The 2025 Conway Baseball Regional will be a fully digital ticketed event. Fans attending the games at Spring Brooks Stadium will utilize mobile tickets for entry, accessed through their Chanticleer Athletics account or the official Coastal Carolina mobile app.This all-digital approach ensures faster entry, increased security, and a more convenient game day experience. Attendees are strongly encouraged to download their tickets to their mobile wallet in advance of arrival.For assistance wit...
CONWAY, S.C. — The 2025 Conway Baseball Regional will be a fully digital ticketed event. Fans attending the games at Spring Brooks Stadium will utilize mobile tickets for entry, accessed through their Chanticleer Athletics account or the official Coastal Carolina mobile app.
This all-digital approach ensures faster entry, increased security, and a more convenient game day experience. Attendees are strongly encouraged to download their tickets to their mobile wallet in advance of arrival.
For assistance with digital tickets, please contact the Coastal Carolina Ticket Office at (843) 347-8499, Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET.
Fans who prefer a printed ticket should visit the will call windows starting at 10 a.m. ET Friday. Will call windows will open each day at 10 a.m.
Watch a video tutorial in the window above or on YouTube.
DIGITAL TICKETS Fans are encouraged to use the new Chanticleer Mobile App to access and manage their tickets. Download the app here: Accessing Your Account: With Mobile App
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PARKING PASSES Parking passes for the Conway Regional are print-at-home and will be sent directly to the email on file after purchase. A separate pass is required for each day of attendance.
Note: The YY Lot is the only designated lot for day-of-regional parking. On-campus parking is limited and subject to University regulations.
2025 CONWAY REGIONAL SCHEDULE Friday, May 30
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All game times are subject to change based on TV scheduling.
The NCAA baseball selection show Monday officially revealed that the Florida Gators will begin their path back to Omaha and the College World Series in Conway, SC.Ranked No. 15, the Gators earned a two-seed in the Conway Regional, which Coastal Carolina will host starting Friday, May 30.The region consists of No.1-seed Coastal Carolina (48-11, 26-4 SBC), No.2-seed Florida (38-20, 15-15 SEC), No.3-seed East Carolina (33-25, 13-14 AA)...
The NCAA baseball selection show Monday officially revealed that the Florida Gators will begin their path back to Omaha and the College World Series in Conway, SC.
Ranked No. 15, the Gators earned a two-seed in the Conway Regional, which Coastal Carolina will host starting Friday, May 30.
The region consists of No.1-seed Coastal Carolina (48-11, 26-4 SBC), No.2-seed Florida (38-20, 15-15 SEC), No.3-seed East Carolina (33-25, 13-14 AA) and No. 4-seed Fairfield (39-17, 21-8 MAAC).
While it seemed impossible back in early April when Florida was staring at a 1-11 conference record, the Gators got hot and were able to turn their season around.
Finishing the regular season 14-3 in SEC play, and winners of their sixth straight series. This group made history by being the first SEC team to start 2-10 or worse in conference play and still make the tournament.
It is the 17th year in a row that the Gators have punched their tickets to the big dance under head coach Kevin O’Sullivan and the 40th all-time in program history.
The Gators will try to return to Omaha for the third consecutive year, which only Tennessee can do in this year’s field. If Florida were to make it to the promised land, it would be the 10th time in the O’Sullivan era.
Florida will open with No. 3 seed East Carolina on Friday at Noon Eastern on ESPN2. If they win, they will play the winner of Coastal Carolina and Fairfield on Saturday at 6 p.m. Eastern. A loss will put them in the losers bracket, where they will play Saturday at Noon Eastern.
If Florida is to make it out of the regional, they will play the winner of the Auburn regional. That region consists of Auburn, Central Connecticut State, Stetson, and NC State.
Coastal Carolina will host an NCAA Regional for the seventh time, but the Chanticleers will need some help to host a Super Regional.Despite posting the most wins in the country, winning the Sun Belt Conference regular season and tournament championships, winning their last 18 games and being ranked eighth in the college baseball Rating Percentage Index (RPI), the Chanticleers didn’t receive a top-eight seed that would have guaranteed a Super Regional in Conway if they win the regional.Instead, the Chants (48-11) are the N...
Coastal Carolina will host an NCAA Regional for the seventh time, but the Chanticleers will need some help to host a Super Regional.
Despite posting the most wins in the country, winning the Sun Belt Conference regular season and tournament championships, winning their last 18 games and being ranked eighth in the college baseball Rating Percentage Index (RPI), the Chanticleers didn’t receive a top-eight seed that would have guaranteed a Super Regional in Conway if they win the regional.
Instead, the Chants (48-11) are the No. 13 seed in the country.
Coastal is hosting a regional at Springs Brooks Stadium that includes Florida, East Carolina and Fairfield, and is scheduled to open play at 6 p.m. Friday against Fairfield.
“Maybe we didn’t get the seed we wanted, but we love to play baseball and we can’t wait to play more . . . especially when we get to play at home,” said redshirt sophomore Jacob Morrison, the Sun Belt Pitcher of the Year. “We love playing at home. We play very well at home.
“. . . I was a part of the team that hosted [a regional] my freshman year and it was probably the best experience of my life. It’s something I’ve been dreaming about all the time so I’m really excited to be back in this atmosphere and in this environment, especially being at home.”
Coastal is tied with Northeastern (48-9) for the most wins in Division I this season.
The regional is a four-team, double-elimination tournament. Two games are scheduled for Friday, Saturday and Sunday – all at noon and 6 p.m. – and if necessary a single title game will be played on Monday.
Florida will face East Carolina at noon Friday to open the regional, and the game will be broadcast on ESPN2. CCU vs. Fairfield will be broadcast online on ESPN+.
CCU's regional is paired in the tournament bracket with a regional hosted by fourth-seeded Auburn, which includes N.C. State (33-19), Stetson (40-20) and Central Connecticut (30-14). One of those visiting teams would need to knock off Auburn for Coastal to host a Super Regional, if the Chants get through their regional.
Florida (38-20), one of a record 13 SEC teams in the 64-team tournament, is making its 17th consecutive NCAA tournament appearance under coach Kevin O'Sullivan, the second-longest streak in the country. It has been to nine of the last 14 College World Series, including 2016 when CCU beat the top-ranked Gators 2-1 in its opening game of the CWS.
East Carolina (33-25) has made the most NCAA tournament appearances (33) without reaching the College World Series in college baseball history and won the American Athletic Conference tournament as the No. 6 seed to qualify this year.
Coastal took two of three at East Carolina in early March, including an extra-innings win in the series finale, and is 10-7 all-time against the Pirates. In their last regional meeting, CCU lost to East Carolina in 2022 in the Monday championship game in Greenville, N.C.
Fairfield (39-17) won the Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference tournament championship game on a 10th-inning home run by freshman Nolan Colby for a 7-6 win over Rider.
Fairfield coach Bill Currier is in his 13th season overseeing the program and has led the Stags to six MAAC regular season titles, two MAAC tournament titles, three NCAA Regional appearances, and a top-25 national ranking.
In their opening game, the Chants will likely face either graduate student lefthander Bowen Baker, who is 8-1 with a 3.20 earned-run average and opponent batting average of .241, or sophomore righthander Ben Alekson, who is 9-1 with a 3.24 ERA and .230 opponent batting average.
The Stags have five starting position players batting at least .300, led by senior infielder Dean Ferrara at .381 with eight home runs and 14 doubles, and junior outfielder Matthew Bucciero, the MAAC tournament MVP who is batting .351 with 14 homers, four triples, 13 doubles and a team-high 66 RBI.
Junior infielder Luke Nomura is also a power source, with a .331 average, 14 homers and 16 doubles.
“A team that has 39 wins, you can’t take for granted,” CCU first-year coach Kevin Schnall said. “I know they’ve got two guys in their lineup that have 14 home runs, they’ve got three guys in their lineup that have stolen 20 or more bases, they’ve got an arm that’s 9-1 and another arm that’s 8-1 and they both have low-3 ERAs. So they’re a really good team. Bill Currier has been around for a long time, he’s a really good coach and they’re going to be really prepared.”
Fairfield is making a return visit to Conway. Coastal beat the Stags 14-7 in the 2023 season opener in the only previous meeting between the teams.
The Sun Belt Conference got little respect from the NCAA Baseball Selection Committee.
After getting four teams into the NCAA tournament over the last couple years, the Sun Belt was awarded just two teams this season.
Southern Miss (44-14), which won 18 straight games before losing to Coastal in the Sun Belt championship game on Sunday, was selected as the last regional host as a No. 16 seed.
Troy (39-21), the No. 3 seed in the Sun Belt tournament, was one of the last four teams that weren’t selected for the field of 64 despite being ranked in the top 25 for much of the season and having an RPI of 47th.
“[You have] the SEC with 13 teams, ACC with nine and the Big 12 with eight, that only leaves eight at-large spots, which makes it so challenging,” said selection committee chairman and Southeastern Louisiana University athletic director Jay Artigues during the college baseball selection show Monday on ESPN2.
Coastal is making its 22nd NCAA tournament appearance, and fourth straight. The Chants have reached three Super Regionals in 2008, 2010 and 2016 and won the national title in 2016.
The Chants won the Sun Belt tournament title Sunday with a 7-5 win over Southern Miss at Riverwalk Stadium in Montgomery, Alabama.
Conway Regional tickets – reserve standing room or boardwalk seats at Springs Brooks Stadium – can be purchased online on Coastal Carolina's website. Reserved seating is sold out. Single-game general admission tickets, if available, go on sale at 9 a.m. Thursday. The CCU ticket office is closed Monday and reopens at 9 a.m. Tuesday.
Conway is ready to go bananas.Coastal Carolina University and the city of Conway are making a push to bring even more baseball action to the area, creating efforts to bring the Savannah Bananas baseball team to Horry County for the 2026 Banana Ball World Tour.The Savannah Bananas have swept the nation with excitement over the past year, selling out stadiums of eager fans looking to get an up-close look at their unique and entertaining style of baseball.The Bananas are in a league of their own, playing “Banana Ball,...
Conway is ready to go bananas.
Coastal Carolina University and the city of Conway are making a push to bring even more baseball action to the area, creating efforts to bring the Savannah Bananas baseball team to Horry County for the 2026 Banana Ball World Tour.
The Savannah Bananas have swept the nation with excitement over the past year, selling out stadiums of eager fans looking to get an up-close look at their unique and entertaining style of baseball.
The Bananas are in a league of their own, playing “Banana Ball,” which consists of fast-paced games, extensive in-game entertainment, unique rules and a performance-like event that includes fan participation, dancing and comedic sketches.
CCU Athletic Director Chance Miller said the Chanticleers are eager to host the action.
"We’re really pushing to get them into Brooks Stadium and to pack 20,000 people in there," Miller said. "We want to have a good time. It will be people from the region, but also people from all over who are going to travel in and see the great things are happening in the Conway and Coastal community."
The Bananas recently sold out Clemson University’s Memorial Stadium for a game on April 26 that drew a record-breaking crowd of 81,000 fans. It was the largest attendance in Banana Ball history.
There’s a reason fans are lining up to witness the Bananas in person.
The games include expansive fan entertainment, hosting gatherings before and after the games that are centered around the family friendly fan experience. Fans are even encouraged to make an impact during the game — if a fan catches a foul ball, the batter is out.
CCU and Conway are looking at all opportunities and possibilities to bring Banana Ball action to the Conway area.
Other elements of Banana Ball — like dancing coaches and umpires, game time limits, in-game TikTok sketches and more — have been driving forces behind the organization’s rapid growth and national attention. The Bananas recently signed a TV deal with ESPN where certain events are nationally broadcast on ESPN channels and platforms.
With the baseball-hungry crowd that exists in Conway and the greater Horry County area, Conway City Administrator Adam Emrick says the fit would be a natural one.
Emrick was at the team's Clemson event, when the potential partnership for Conway clicked clearly.
"We do things a little bit different in Conway, and I think that’s exactly what the Savannah Bananas do, too," Emrick said.
"We saw the game in Clemson. My wife and I were sitting there, and I said ‘This feels like something Conway would do’… For me, what we do in Conway for all the holidays and all the things we do that are a little bit outside the box, that’s what they do. This is a perfect match as far as I’m concerned."
The city put out a call on social media on Wednesday morning to spark community interest and engagement, which drew a large response across online platforms.
Miller says Coastal Carolina has submitted its bid to be a host, which includes the overview of information for the Bananas, including potential dates, facility information, sponsorship and multimedia rights, and more.
Both Miller and Emrick say they feel confident that Conway is in a good position to be a part of the 2026 Banana Ball World Tour. CCU had representatives at the event at Clemson, getting a feel for what a visit to Conway might look like.
"We know, just in talking to them, that they have been interested in the Myrtle Beach, Conway area for a long time now, trying to break into it," Miller said. "We would love to be that facility that they get it done."
According to a social media post from the Bananas, over 150 cities in over 40 states have submitted their official interest in hosting Banana Ball games in 2026 for the team’s yearly tour.
There is now a push for local communities to show their interest, which could help decide where the Bananas play in 2026.
"Anything that brings extra attention to the University and Conway in something that is family friendly and fun, that’s what we are all about," Emrick said. "We are on board 100%."
In Wednesday's release from the city of Conway, the highlight was an AI-generated photo of trees in downtown Conway with bananas hanging from the tree line.
Is that a look into the future?
"If they come, that won’t be AI-generated," Emrick said. "We will do it. We’re in."
Fans can learn more about the Savannah Bananas on their website and social media pages, where both Miller and Emrick encourage those interested in the Banana Ball World Tour coming to the area to reach out and share support.
Joe Wedra is a sports writer with MyHorryNews. Reach him at [email protected]. Follow him on X at @jwedrasc
The city of Conway is planning to increase its upcoming fiscal year budget by 27%, adding 23 new full-time jobs, giving its staff pay bumps and raising taxes.Conway leaders on Monday, May 19, moved forward with a nearly $109 million budget. Council must take one more vote on the budget before the end of the current fiscal year. That could happen as soon as the next meeting, June 2.The $108,979,864 proposed budget is up from the current $86 million budget for fiscal year 2024-25.City Finance Director Allison Williams said...
The city of Conway is planning to increase its upcoming fiscal year budget by 27%, adding 23 new full-time jobs, giving its staff pay bumps and raising taxes.
Conway leaders on Monday, May 19, moved forward with a nearly $109 million budget. Council must take one more vote on the budget before the end of the current fiscal year. That could happen as soon as the next meeting, June 2.
The $108,979,864 proposed budget is up from the current $86 million budget for fiscal year 2024-25.
City Finance Director Allison Williams said the 27% increase is due to $9 million in re-budgeted items — for incomplete projects and equipment that will not be purchased until next fiscal year — and $7.5 million that the city has to pay to the S.C. Department of Transportation for the U.S. 701 North widening project.
City council’s first vote on Monday was accompanied by a public hearing, with one city resident speaking in opposition of the proposed spending plan.
“It seems like Conway is getting a little crazy with your tax increases,” said David Conti, who lives on Augustus Drive. “I can’t believe you can’t balance the budget for less than one-hundred million dollars.
“You can’t work with what you have coming in? … You can’t give us a break?”
The tax hike will raise the current millage from 95.3 to 98.1.
This means someone with a home valued at $400,000 would pay $45 more for annual property taxes — costing $1,570, up from $1,525.
Taxes on a $300,000 property would be $1,177, up $33 from $1,144. A property valued at $200,000 would cost $785, which is $22 higher. And taxes on a $100,000 property would be $392 — up $11 from the current $381.
Before Monday's vote, councilman William Goldfinch attempted to justify the 27% increase. He said Conway does not have the tourism like other coastal cities.
“Our revenue has to come from the folks who live here,” he said. “And it’s important to keep that in mind.”
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