The Oklahoma State Cowboys concluded the 2026 baseball season with a 39‑22 record, a performance that cemented their place among the nation’s elite programs and secured their 13th consecutive NCAA Regional berth.
Guided by head coach Josh Holliday, the team advanced to the Tuscaloosa Regional final, marking the ninth appearance in the past 13 years and highlighting a sustained period of postseason success.
Individual brilliance
Outfielder Kollin Ritchie emerged as the centerpiece of the offense, blasting 31 home runs — the second‑most in program history — and earning First‑Team All‑America honors. Pitcher Ethan Lund contributed 137 strikeouts, placing him among the top collegiate arms of the year.
The impact extended beyond the diamond. Five Cowboys were selected in the 2026 Major League Baseball Draft, while 16 players collected Academic All‑Big 12 recognition. The team also captured the ABCA Team Academic Excellence Award for the seventh consecutive year, underscoring a culture of scholarship.
Attendance figures reflected the program’s growing popularity, with the Cowboys leading the Big 12 and ranking 15th nationally in average home crowds of 4,486 fans per game. Their pitching staff also set a new school record with 601 strikeouts, a testament to the depth of talent on the mound.