Nebraska made headlines this weekend, sweeping No. 12 USC in a stunning fashion. The Huskers claimed a 16-6 victory at Hawks Field, marking their first ranked sweep since 2015. The crowd of 7,510 fans set a record for the largest attendance for a Big Ten home series, with 21,383 fans over the weekend.
In this series, Nebraska (31-9, 15-3 Big Ten) scored an impressive 36 runs against USC’s (30-11, 13-8 Big Ten) pitching staff, which is ranked fifth in the nation. This total ties for the second-most runs scored in a Big Ten series for Nebraska, falling just short of the 39 runs they scored against Purdue in 2019.
One standout was Dylan Carey. He nearly hit for the cycle, finishing with four hits, a home run, and two RBIs. Drew Grego also impressed with a home run and two RBIs. Mac Moyer contributed significantly, homering and driving in four runs.
Nebraska’s pitching played a vital role too. While Gavin Blachowicz struggled, allowing five runs, Ty Horn stepped up with a stellar performance, giving up only one run over five innings.
The game had its ups and downs. USC initially led after an unearned run in the first inning. But Nebraska quickly fought back, with Worthley tripling and inspiring two runs in the bottom of the first. USC struck again with back-to-back home runs, briefly leading 5-2.
However, Nebraska was relentless. They regained the lead with a three-run homer by Moyer and continued to dominate, with Grego’s grand slam in the sixth sealing the game.
This victory not only showcases Nebraska’s talent but also highlights the excitement of college baseball. Fans are buzzing on social media, sharing their favorite moments and celebrating the Husker’s impressive performance.
As Nebraska prepares for their next game against No. 18 Kansas, college baseball enthusiasts are eager to see if this momentum continues. For more insights on college sports attendance trends, check out a recent report from the NCAA here.
