USC squanders late lead, falls to Texas State in NCAA regional opener
USC lost to Texas State in their NCAA regional opener after squandering a late lead. Chase Mora's two-run home run in the ninth inning secured a 5-4 victory for the Bobcats. The Trojans will now need to navigate the loser's bracket to advance in the tournament.
- ▪USC led the game until the ninth inning when Texas State's Chase Mora hit a two-run home run.
- ▪The Trojans had multiple opportunities to score but failed to capitalize, stranding runners in scoring position throughout the game.
- ▪USC will face Lamar University next as they attempt to recover from this loss in the NCAA tournament.
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