
Oregon Ducks Climb to No. 14 After Series Victory Over USC
Oregon’s baseball team defeated USC in a decisive series, moving up two spots to No. 14 in the national rankings and positioning the club for a potential NCAA regional hosting.
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Oregon’s baseball team defeated USC in a decisive series, moving up two spots to No. 14 in the national rankings and positioning the club for a potential NCAA regional hosting.

The Ducks and Trojans split their first two meetings, and Saturday's showdown will determine the conference seed and potential NCAA Tournament hosting rights.

The Ducks lost 2‑1 after 11 innings, highlighted by Isaac Cadina's decisive homer and strong performances from Mason Edwards and Oregon's bullpen.

In a tightly contested series opener, USC’s Mason Edwards delivered six shutout innings while Oregon’s Naulivou Lauaki Jr. launched a ninth‑inning homer to force extra innings. The Trojans ultimately prevailed 2‑1, shaping early Big Ten standings and setting the stage for a Friday night showdown.

The Oregon Ducks baseball team is riding a wave of momentum, highlighted by dominant pitching and a rare victory over UCLA, positioning them for a No. 1 seed and a regional hosting opportunity.