Arizona State sophomore outfielder Landon Hairston has been crowned the Big 12 Player of the Year, a distinction that caps a breakout regular season in which he led the league in multiple offensive categories.
Hairston’s name appears at the top of the conference leaderboards for home runs, runs batted in, batting average and slugging percentage, underscoring his all‑around impact at the plate.
Statistical Dominance
He recently tied Mitch Jones for the single‑season home run record at Arizona State with his 27th homer, a milestone that helped the Sun Devils secure the No. 6 seed in the Big 12 tournament.
The team is set to meet No. 6 Cincinnati on Thursday, May 21, a matchup that will test the Sun Devils’ depth as they chase a conference title.
Silver Spike Award Finalist
Hairston also remains a finalist for the Silver Spike Award, given annually to the nation’s most outstanding college baseball player.
Family Legacy
His father, Scott Hairston, enjoyed a lengthy major‑league career that included four seasons with the Arizona Diamondbacks, adding a family legacy to the sophomore’s achievements.
Teammates Recognized
Joining Hairston on the All‑Big 12 First Team are teammate Cole Carlon and Nu’u Contrades, while Dominic Smaldino earned a Second‑Team nod, reflecting the program’s overall strength.
Coach Willie Bloomquist praised the individual accolades but emphasized that the Sun Devils are focused on executing as a unit when the tournament begins.