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Kansas baseball ended the regular season with a 5-4 defeat in extra innings against BYU, but the loss was eclipsed by the team’s clinching of the Big 12 regular‑season title, a milestone that marks the program’s first league championship since 1949 and a school‑record 22 conference wins.
The 2026 Big 12 baseball championship begins May 19 at Surprise Stadium, featuring a full slate of games through May 23, highlighted by a marquee matchup between the Cowboys and the Knights.
Kansas clinches its first Big 12 regular‑season crown since 1949, driven by Coach Dan Fitzgerald and a ninth‑inning homer from Tyson Owens.
The Jayhawks rallied from early deficits to defeat the Cougars 7‑6, highlighted by decisive homers and clutch RBIs.
The University of Kansas baseball team secured a 7-6 victory over BYU, with Tyson Owens' solo home run in the final inning preserving a tight race with West Virginia for the Big 12 title.
Kansas University will meet Arizona State at Wembley Stadium on September 19, marking a landmark moment for American college football abroad. With a $2.7 million payout, a prime September slot and a push from the Big 12, the Jayhawks hope to turn a single game into a springboard for broader visibility.
Mason Oglesby will reveal his college decision on May 23, choosing among Indiana, Kansas, North Carolina and Ohio State after Wisconsin and Purdue were removed from contention.
Kansas defeated BYU 9‑6 on May 14, 2026, highlighted by early home runs, key triples, and a strong pitching performance that capped a comeback effort.
Michigan State University has offered a scholarship to Kelaien Elem, a highly‑rated defensive lineman from Michigan, as he navigates a crowded field of suitors.
Missouri aims to extend its winning streak to five games, while Kansas navigates a reshaped roster and a new quarterback battle. The upcoming matchup, the final meeting until 2031, serves as a critical test for both teams as they fine‑tune for the season ahead.
The university revealed assistant coach salaries and highlighted returning stars S’Mya Nichols and Jaliya Davis in a push toward postseason success.
Indiana University is expanding its search for elite signal‑callers, offering East Paulding (Ga.) prospect Bode Spence a scholarship while drawing on the recent impact of Kurtis Rourke and Heisman‑winning Fernando Mendoza.
Former top football recruit Jaden Nickens has left Kansas to pursue a basketball career, drawing interest from Division I programs such as Northwestern State, Texas Southern and Cal Poly.
Ole Miss women's basketball head coach Yolett McPhee-McCuin has strengthened her staff by welcoming back Zachary and Ashton Hopp, who previously contributed to the program's NCAA Tournament successes and now aim to help sustain its growth.
Michigan State’s latest recruiting move adds a Georgia‑based defender to its roster, as CJ Ohuabunwa, a three‑star linebacker, revealed his offer on X amid interest from 25 programs.
Markus Burton's move to Bloomington highlights a new chapter in Indiana basketball, blending historic achievement with unprecedented transfer dynamics.