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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.
A dramatic ninth‑inning comeback propels the University of North Carolina past USC, securing a 4‑3 victory and a spot in the College World Series.
North Carolina and USC are tied after three innings, but the Gamecocks hold a 3‑1 lead in the fifth. The stakes are high as both schools fight for a spot in the College World Series.
UNC and USC will meet in a high‑stakes game on Sunday, June 7, under sweltering conditions. The victor earns a berth in the College World Series, while Ole Miss awaits the winner.
UNC’s 4‑0 win over USC on June 6 sets up a winner‑take‑all showdown, as the team chases its 13th College World Series appearance.
After a 5‑1 lead slipped away, North Carolina’s head coach Scott Forbes discussed the team's response, highlighted key moments, and outlined the path forward in the series.
USC’s 9‑5 victory over North Carolina in the opening game of the Chapel Hill Super Regional puts the Tar Heels on the brink of elimination, highlighted by a grand slam from Dean Carpentier and dominant relief pitching.
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.