Andrew Johnson, a sophomore pitcher for the USC Trojans, has etched his name into school history by becoming the first Trojan since 2005 to earn a place on the USA Baseball Collegiate National Team.
His breakthrough came during the Stars versus Stripes training series, where he limited opponents to just three hits and a single run over five innings, striking out five batters.
The accolade follows a dominant sophomore season in which Johnson posted a 7‑2 record, a 3.23 earned‑run average and 85 strikeouts, and he also shone in the NCAA Tournament with a 2.18 ERA across 20.2 innings.
He will now travel to Taiwan to compete in the inaugural World Collegiate Baseball Championship, joining a roster that promises to showcase the next generation of collegiate talent.
Looking Ahead
The Trojans’ pitching staff will face changes next season, with star ace Mason Edwards expected to be drafted in the 2026 MLB Draft, while fellow sophomore Grant Govel returns with a 2.93 ERA, a 10‑2 record and 96 strikeouts.
Despite the loss of key arms, the Trojans remain committed to preserving their status as a Big Ten powerhouse, leveraging depth and development to stay competitive.