USC Trojans Fall to Nebraska Cornhuskers in Extra Innings Despite Mason Edwards' Milestone
USC fumbles in extra-inning loss after Mason Edwards first to 100 strike outs
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The No. 12 USC Trojans suffered an 8-7 loss to the Nebraska Cornhuskers in an extra-inning game, despite Mason Edwards becoming the first NCAA Division I pitcher to reach 100 strikeouts this season. The Trojans led 7-2 before a late-game collapse allowed Nebraska to secure a walk-off victory.
- 01Mason Edwards recorded 12 strikeouts, becoming the first NCAA Division I pitcher to reach 100 strikeouts this season.
- 02USC led 7-2 going into the eighth inning but allowed Nebraska to tie the game.
- 03The Trojans' offense had strong performances, with Isaac Cadena, Kevin Takeuchi, and Jack Basseer contributing five RBIs combined.
- 04USC's loss marked their second consecutive defeat on the road trip.
- 05Nebraska improved their overall record to 29-9 and secured a walk-off win.
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In a thrilling extra-inning matchup, the No. 12 USC Trojans fell to the Nebraska Cornhuskers 8-7, despite a stellar performance from pitcher Mason Edwards. Edwards struck out 12 batters and became the first pitcher in NCAA Division I to reach 100 strikeouts this season, a milestone not achieved by a USC pitcher since Ian Kennedy in 2006. The Trojans held a commanding 7-2 lead entering the eighth inning, but the Cornhuskers rallied back, scoring five runs to tie the game. A crucial error by USC's defense allowed Nebraska to score the winning run in the tenth inning. Despite strong offensive contributions from Isaac Cadena, Kevin Takeuchi, and Jack Basseer, USC's record fell to 30-9 overall and 13-6 in conference play. They will look to rebound in the next game against Nebraska on Saturday.
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The loss affects USC's momentum in the season and their standings in the conference, potentially impacting their postseason prospects.
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