The Kansas Jayhawks captured the Big 12 Conference regular‑season championship on Friday, edging out BYU 7‑6 in a tightly contested game that swung in the final innings.
A Historic Moment for Kansas Baseball
It marks the first regular‑season conference title for the program since 1949, underscoring a resurgence that has been building over the past several seasons.
Guided by head coach Dan Fitzgerald, the team has transformed its culture, emphasizing disciplined hitting and aggressive base running that have translated into consistent wins.
Sophomore pitcher‑turned‑hitter Tyson Owens delivered the decisive blow, launching a go‑ahead home run in the top of the ninth inning that put Kansas ahead 7‑6 and secured the victory.
The Jayhawks finished the season with a 39‑15 overall record and a 22‑7 mark in Big 12 play, setting new program benchmarks for conference victories and series wins.