2026 All-State Baseball First Team Celebrates Oklahoma's Finest
The Oklahoman unveiled its 2026 All-State high school baseball first team this week, recognizing the state’s most dominant players and coaches. The selections reflect a season of breakout performances across classifications, with offensive firepower and pitching dominance shaping the list.
Hunter Watson of Tuttle earned the prestigious Player of the Year award after a season that combined a 6‑0 record on the mound with a 0.23 ERA and 55 strikeouts. At the plate he batted .505 with 37 RBIs, underscoring his two‑way impact and sealing his status as the state’s top prospect.
Joe Patterson, the mastermind behind Mustang’s championship run, was named Coach of the Year. Under his guidance the team finished 39‑6, captured its third title in recent years and showcased a balanced attack that blended power and precision.
Other standouts included Wyatt Williamson of Mustang, who posted a .365 average and 47 RBIs, and Nic Tolbert from Oktaha, who hit .576 with 20 homers and 59 RBIs. Brady Morgeson of Edmond Santa Fe added a .392 average and 23 RBIs, while Jordan Hawkins of Carl Albert finished at .471 with 52 RBIs.
Marlow’s Hudson Morgan led the offensive charge with a .540 batting average and 42 RBIs, while Choctaw’s Josiah Kemp hit .509 and drove in 45 runs. Tyler Frazier from Newcastle posted a .518 average and 46 RBIs, and Nate Sutton of Mustang contributed a .449 average with a league‑leading 70 RBIs.
On the mound, Kaden Dean of Preston went 6‑2 with a 0.30 ERA and 106 strikeouts, complementing Watson’s dominance. Their performances not only highlighted individual excellence but also signaled strong college commitments that will shape the next level of play.
The 2026 All‑State team thus reflects a blend of power, poise and promise, setting the stage for Oklahoma’s baseball future as these athletes transition to collegiate programs across the nation.