North Carolina’s baseball squad moved one step closer to a historic sweep of the NCAA Super Regionals on Saturday, posting a 4‑0 victory over the University of Southern California that forced a winner‑take‑all Game 3.
DeCaro’s Shutout Defines the Series
Right‑hander Jason DeCaro turned in a complete‑game effort, surrendering just three baserunners while striking out eight Trojans. His precision kept the opposition off balance throughout, allowing UNC to build a lead early and never look back.
The offense rallied behind the pitcher, with solo homers from Colin Hynek and Erik Paulsen providing the bulk of the scoring. Additional runs trickled in on sacrifice flies from Rom Kellis and Macon Winslow, padding the margin and easing the pressure on the bullpen.
The win also marked a milestone for the program. Under head coach Scott Forbes, the Tar Heels climbed to a franchise‑best 49 victories this season, underscoring the consistency of a coaching staff that has turned a talented roster into a winning machine.
Game 3 is slated for 3 p.m. Sunday, a showdown that will decide which team advances to the next round. Fans will be watching closely as the Tar Heels look to close out the series on their home field.