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After falling behind 5‑1, USC erupted in the later innings, highlighted by Dean Carpentier’s grand slam, to win 9‑5 and move within one victory of the College World Series.
USC defeats North Carolina 9-5 in a high-scoring contest at Bryson Field, highlighted by home runs from Dean Carpentier and Kevin Takeuchi, and clutch pitching from Chase Herrell and Andrew Johnson.
The Tar Heels led 5-1 early but USC rallied with eight runs in the sixth and seventh innings, highlighted by Dean Carpentier's grand slam, leaving UNC facing elimination.
The USC baseball team defeated North Carolina 9-5 in the opening game of the Super Regional, highlighted by a decisive grand slam and an eight-run sixth and seventh inning surge.
After two decades of near-misses, the Trojans have surged to the NCAA super regionals, driven by a resilient roster and a coach who turned adversity into opportunity.
After a dominant performance against Texas A&M, the USC baseball team secures its first NCAA Super Regional appearance in over two decades, setting up a showdown with the Tar Heels and a potential path to the College World Series.
The 2026 super regional pits North Carolina's disciplined staff against USC's rising offense, featuring star pitcher Mason Edwards and a deep Tar Heels rotation, setting the stage for a pivotal showdown.
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.
The Trojans have advanced to the Chapel Hill Super Regionals and must rely on a strategic rest for their top pitcher and an early offensive burst to challenge the Tar Heels.
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 USC baseball team clinched its first super regional appearance since 2005 after sweeping Texas A&M, with Augie Lopez named Most Outstanding Player.
The Trojans defeated Texas A&M 14‑3, fueled by a powerful offense and a stellar pitching performance from Andrew Johnson, positioning them for the regional championship.
The USC baseball team erupted for 15 runs, with Takeuchi delivering a grand slam and Matson dominating on the mound, propelling them into the next round against Texas A&M.
USC defeated Texas State 15-4 in the NCAA Tournament, ending the Bobcats' season. Despite a late rally, Texas State could not overcome the early deficit.
After a heavy loss to Texas A&M, Texas State must rally against a deep USC pitching staff, relying on late‑inning resilience and key performances from players like Chase Mora.
The USC Trojans erupted for a season‑high 19 runs in a decisive win over Lamar, with standout performances from Adrian Lopez, Andrew Lamb, Isaac Cadena and Walter Urbon, positioning them for a showdown against the Texas A&M/Texas State loser.
Texas State and USC clash in the College Station Regional, where the hitter‑friendly Blue Bell Ballpark could shape the outcome of a tournament that also features a looming showdown with Texas A&M.
Texas State looks to break its winless streak against a top‑10 RPI opponent USC in the College Station Regional, with a berth against Texas A&M on the line.
The Trojans open against Texas State with a lineup packed with standout hitters and a pitching staff that could finally break a long‑standing championship drought.
Seeded second, USC relies on ace Mason Edwards, a potent offense led by Augie Lopez and Abbie Covarrubias, and a defense that ranks among the nation’s best as it battles a formidable home crowd at Blue Bell Park.
After a 43‑15 campaign and a 21st appearance in the College World Series, USC's baseball team travels to College Station, Texas, where they will face a Texas State squad known for its potent batting but limited pitching depth.
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 Trojans enter the 2026 College Station Regional as the No. 2 seed, boasting a 43‑15 record and a lineup that blends power and precision.
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.