The University of Portland's baseball program concluded the 2026 season with a 27‑25 overall record, the fourth winning campaign in the last five years under veteran coach Geoff Loomis. The finish underscores the program's steady upward trajectory despite a competitive West Coast Conference landscape.
Conference Honors
Four Pilots earned recognition on the All‑West Coast Conference Second Team, while additional players collected fresh‑man and specialty awards that highlighted the squad's depth.
Trey Swygart, a sophomore from Middleton, Idaho, earned a spot on the Second Team after batting .270 with 11 doubles, six home runs, 27 runs scored and 30 RBIs at the plate. On the mound he posted a 5‑2 record and a 3.86 ERA, showcasing his two‑way versatility and landing him among the semifinalists for the John Olerud Two‑Way Player of the Year.
Freshman right‑hander Will Labonte, hailing from Montreal, Quebec, emerged as one of the nation's most promising pitchers, landing a semifinalist nod for the College Baseball Hall of Fame's 2026 National Pitcher of the Year award. He finished the year 3‑2 with a 2.82 ERA, delivering several quality starts that helped stabilize the rotation.
Relief specialist Alex Via, a standout from Bend, Oregon, was named a semifinalist for the NCBWA Stopper of the Year after recording nine saves in 21 appearances. His 2.59 ERA and 28 strikeouts across 31.1 innings underscored his reliability in high‑pressure situations.
Power‑hitting infielder Leo Cote, a redshirt freshman who transferred from Oregon State, contributed seven home runs and 25 RBIs, adding a potent bat to the middle of the lineup. His ability to drive the ball down the line complemented the team's overall offensive surge.
The collective accolades reflect not only individual excellence but also the program's consistent ability to develop talent that competes at the national level. With the foundation set by Loomis and his staff, the Pilots look poised to build on this momentum in the coming seasons.