
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.

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.

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’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 and North Carolina Tar Heels are locked in a best‑of‑three Super Regional, with the winner advancing to the College World Series. A grand slam by Dean Carpentier sparked a 9‑5 victory in the opener, but a 4‑0 shutout left the team facing a must‑win Game 3.
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.

North Carolina’s 4‑0 victory over Southern California was anchored by a shutout from Jason DeCaro and solo homers from Colin Hynek and Erik Paulsen, paving the way for a decisive rematch on Sunday.

Jason DeCaro delivered a commanding performance as the Tar Heels blanked Southern Cal 4-0, striking out eight and allowing no runners past first base. The win puts Carolina in a strong position as they prepare for the final showdown.

North Carolina’s Jason DeCaro delivered a near‑perfect outing, shutting out USC 4‑0 and forcing a winner‑take‑all Game 3 that could end the Trojans’ 25‑year College World Series drought.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

The Oregon Ducks rallied in the 14th inning, using a decisive bunt and a stifling bullpen to secure a 6-5 walk-off win over USC.

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 match, USC overcame Oregon 2‑1 after eleven innings, highlighted by Isaac Cadena’s decisive homer and a game‑saving sliding catch.