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Nebraska Sweeps No. 12 USC, Sets Attendance Record

4/20/2026

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Summary

Story summary

Nebraska Cornhuskers baseball swept the University of Southern California (No. 12 USC) 16-6 on April 19, 2026, marking the Huskers' first ranked sweep since 2015.
The Huskers scored 36 runs over the three-game series and improved to 31-9 overall and 15-3 in the Big Ten.
Attendance for the series reached 21,383, the largest for a Big Ten home series.
Dylan Carey went 4-for-5 with two RBIs.
Drew Grego hit a grand slam.

History

Historical Context

The Nebraska Cornhuskers baseball team, established in 1889, has experienced fluctuating success over the decades. Under coach Dave Van Horn, they reached the NCAA tournament for the first time in 1985 and made their first College World Series appearances in 2001 and 2002. In 2015, the team achieved a significant milestone by sweeping No. 12 USC, reflecting a resurgence in performance and fan engagement, with record attendance of 21,383.

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Story summary

Nebraska Cornhuskers baseball swept the University of Southern California (No. 12 USC) 16-6 on April 19, 2026, marking the Huskers' first ranked sweep since 2015.
The Huskers scored 36 runs over the three-game series and improved to 31-9 overall and 15-3 in the Big Ten.
Attendance for the series reached 21,383, the largest for a Big Ten home series.
Dylan Carey went 4-for-5 with two RBIs.
Drew Grego hit a grand slam.

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