'Definitely not the plan;' How a missed sign led to Oregon's walk-off win
The Oregon Ducks achieved a dramatic walk-off victory against USC, clinching the series with a 6-5 win. The game-winning play came from catcher Burke-Lee Mabeus, who executed a bunt despite missing a sign that could have changed the play. Assistant coach Jack Marder noted that the successful bunt was not part of the original plan, highlighting the unexpected nature of the win.
- ▪Oregon Ducks won against USC with a score of 6-5 in extra innings.
- ▪Burke-Lee Mabeus executed a walk-off bunt to secure the victory.
- ▪Assistant coach Jack Marder stated that the play was not part of the original plan.
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