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USC baseball strives for success as preparations continue for 2026 season

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 9, 2026, 11:30 AM

Last updated Jun 9, 2026

USC baseball strives for success as preparations continue for 2026 season

Summary

The USC baseball team has been practicing on their new field since February 2025, ahead of a 2026 season that will see Dedeaux Field fully completed by Opening Day 2027. After a season-ending loss to North Carolina, the Trojans moved closer to their goal of a College World Series appearance, marked by their return to an NCAA Tournament Super Regional for the first time since 2005. Coach Andy Stankiewicz aims for a long-term build, affirming the team's progress despite the recent setback. Key players, including Mason Edwards, Grant Govel, and breakout star Andrew Johnson, promise to contribute as the team looks to maintain its momentum for 2027.

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By the Numbers

•USC's new Dedeaux Field will be completed by Opening Day 2027.
•The Trojans finished with a 48-18 record in the current season.
•They reached the NCAA Tournament Super Regional for the first time since 2005.
•Coach Andy Stankiewicz emphasizes building for the long term.
•Key pitchers Grant Govel and Andrew Johnson are expected to return.

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The USC baseball team began practicing on its new field in February 2025, a year before the still-under-construction Dedeaux Field welcomed fans for a 2026 season that necessitated the use...
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