A Grand Slam That Turned the Tide
The USC baseball team entered the super regional against North Carolina trailing 5-1, but the tide turned dramatically in the sixth inning when sophomore Dean Carpentier launched a grand slam that ignited a rally.
The Trojans erupted for nine runs over the course of the game, ultimately securing a 9-5 victory that left the Tar Heels stunned.
Relief pitchers combined to shut out North Carolina for the remainder of the contest, preserving the lead and swinging momentum firmly in USC's favor.
With the win, the Trojans now stand just one victory away from earning a berth in the College World Series, a stage they have not reached since 2001.
The next showdown is scheduled for Saturday at 11:00 a.m. Pacific time, 2:00 p.m. Eastern, and will be broadcast on ESPN.