All-Big 12 Honors Celebrate OSU Excellence
Oklahoma State's baseball program continues to dominate the Big 12, as six of its standout players were recognized in the 2026 All-Big 12 awards. The university boasts a historic total of 243 All-Big 12 selections, the most of any program in conference history, underscoring a legacy of sustained excellence.
Kollin Ritchie and Alex Conover earned the league’s top honor, landing on the First Team outfield roster. Ritchie, a semifinalist for both the Golden Spikes Award and the Dick Howser Trophy, leads the nation with 29 home runs and bats .347 for the season. Conover, meanwhile, posts a team-high .391 average and a .504 on-base percentage, cementing his status among the conference’s elite.
The Cowboys also celebrated Aidan Meola and Ethan Lund on the Second Team. Meola appeared in all 48 games, setting career highs with 17 homers and 68 RBIs, while Lund posted a 5‑1 record and ranked third nationally with 119 strikeouts.
Brock Thompson and Stormy Rhodes received Honorable Mention accolades. Thompson is hitting .299 and leads the club with 17 doubles and 44 RBIs, whereas Rhodes went 4‑2 with two saves across 20 appearances.
A Legacy of Excellence
Coach Josh Holliday praised the collective effort, noting that the recognitions reflect the team’s depth and the program’s storied history. With 243 All-Big 12 selections to date, OSU remains the most decorated program in conference history, a testament to sustained excellence. The upcoming season promises even more excitement as the Cowboys aim to translate these individual achievements into team success, targeting another deep run in the NCAA tournament.