UNC drops Game 1 to USC in Super Regional The North Carolina baseball team faces a daunting task as it seeks to advance to the College World Series after suffering a 9-5 loss to USC in the first game of their Super Regional. The Trojans staged a dramatic comeback, overcoming a 5-1 deficit with eight unanswered runs in the sixth and seventh innings to secure the victory. The win sets the stage for a pivotal Game 2 on Saturday, with UNC holding the homefield advantage at Boshamer Stadium for all three potential games. USC’s victory was highlighted by a grand slam hit by Dean Carpentier in the sixth inning, which extended the Trojans’ lead to 6-5. The game, played on Friday, June 5, marked the first time the two teams have faced each other since 2012. UNC, ranked No. 5 nationally, enters the series with a strong resume, having swept through the regional round by defeating VCU in the opener and East Carolina twice. The Tar Heels’ journey to the Super Regional includes a 22-8 ACC record and a run to the ACC championship game, where they fell to Georgia Tech. USC, meanwhile, advanced to the Super Regional by winning the College Station Regional with a 4-game sweep. The Trojans outscored their opponents 55-14 during the regional, despite losing their opening game to Texas State. This Super Regional marks a significant milestone for USC, as it is their first appearance in the College World Series since 2001. UNC, on the other hand, last reached the CWS in 2024, where they were eliminated by Florida State—their 12th appearance in the tournament. The Super Regional schedule features Game 1 on Friday, followed by Game 2 on Saturday afternoon at 2 p.m. A potential Game 3 would be held on Sunday, June 7, if necessary.#unc #college_world_series #usc #boshamer_stadium #dean_carpentier
