
USC Baseball Falls in Marathon 14‑Inning Duel with Oregon
The No. 17 USC baseball team fell 6‑5 to No. 16 Oregon after a 14‑inning battle, with Kevin Takeuchi’s two‑run homer and a stellar relief effort shaping the outcome.
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The No. 17 USC baseball team fell 6‑5 to No. 16 Oregon after a 14‑inning battle, with Kevin Takeuchi’s two‑run homer and a stellar relief effort shaping the outcome.

USC's baseball team launches its 2026 campaign with a three‑game series versus Rice, highlighted by Grant Govel's no‑hitter, Kevin Takeuchi's offensive surge, and a free fan event at the still‑under‑construction Dedeaux Field.

The Trojans' most successful season in 25 years showcases Coach Andy Stankiewicz's foundation, a heartbreaking Super Regional loss, and a future built on scholarship investment and player development.

The bracket for West Virginia's College World Series region is locked, featuring matchups against Troy, North Carolina, and Ole Miss in a double‑elimination format that could lead to a best‑of‑three championship series.

In a stunning finish, the University of North Carolina erased a 3-1 deficit in the bottom of the ninth to defeat USC and clinch a spot in the College World Series.

North Carolina erased a 3‑1 deficit in the ninth inning, with Owen Hull’s decisive hit sending the Tar Heels to the Men’s College World Series and eliminating the Big Ten from contention.
North Carolina’s dramatic victory over USC not only marked Scott Forbes’ 250th career win but also set up a showdown with Ole Miss in the opening round of the 2026 tournament.

The USC Trojans are two wins away from Omaha, relying on aggressive baserunning, strong starting pitching and a tight bullpen to upset the Tar Heels in a high‑stakes Super Regional.

With both squads boasting elite pitching staffs and rich histories, the upcoming matchup promises high drama as the Tar Heels aim for their 48th win and the Trojans look to extend their 12‑national‑championship legacy.

USC's baseball squad opens a best‑of‑three Super Regional against North Carolina on Friday, June 5, with the winner advancing toward the College World Series. Key performances from Augie Lopez, Grant Govel and Mason Edwards underscore the team's recent dominance.

The Trojans defeated Texas A&M 7‑1 to advance to the Super Regional, with Augie Lopez’s five‑run performance leading the charge toward a potential College World Series appearance.

The University of Southern California, once unranked, has surged to a 47‑16 record and will host the University of North Carolina in a high‑stakes NCAA Super Regional baseball game at Boshamer Stadium. With a potent pitching staff and a hunger for their first College World Series appearance since 2001, the Trojans aim to rewrite their recent narrative of struggle.

USC’s pitching coach Sean Allen has been hired as the new head coach of Lamar University but will remain with USC through the postseason, setting the stage for a high‑stakes Super Regional matchup against the North Carolina Tar Heels.

A two‑decade drought ends as USC's baseball team clinches a Super Regional berth with a 7‑1 victory over Texas A&M, fueled by standout performances from Augie Lopez and Grant Govel.
The Trojans clinched their first Super Regional appearance since 2005, defeating Texas A&M 7‑1 in College Station and setting up a showdown with North Carolina.

USC’s baseball team clinches a Super Regional berth with a 7‑1 victory over Texas A&M, highlighted by Augie Lopez’s three‑run homer and Grant Govel’s dominant pitching.

USC secured a 7‑1 victory over Texas A&M, with Augie Lopez delivering five RBIs, and now prepares for a best‑of‑three series against the Tar Heels.

A look at the offensive firepower, pitching strengths, and emotional storylines heading into the College Station regional.

Despite a record‑breaking regular season, the Trojans fell to UCLA in the Big Ten Tournament semifinals and now prepare for NCAA Tournament play as a No. 2 seed, facing Texas State in College Station.

The No. 25 USC baseball team begins NCAA Regional play on Friday, May 29, against Texas State in College Station, Texas, as the No. 2 seed in a regional hosted by Texas A&M. The team boasts a historic 43‑15 season, a perfect 32‑1 home record, and multiple national rankings in pitching and fielding.

Using run differential, fastball velocity and grades for run production and prevention, analysts have ordered every team in the 2026 tournament, highlighting the programs that combine elite arms with potent bats.

On May 23, 2026, UCLA rallied past USC 7‑5 at Charles Schwab Field, driven by Levu’s three‑RBI homer and Easton Hawk’s solid outing.

Ranked 25th nationally, USC enters the Big Ten Tournament as the fourth seed, facing 12th‑seeded Michigan State in a matchup that highlights a season of dominance, from a 42‑14 record to a nation‑leading nine shutouts.

Mason Edwards finished the regular season with an 8‑0 record, a 1.49 ERA and 154 strikeouts, earning Big Ten Pitcher of the Year and a Golden Spikes Award semifinalist nod.