
LJ Mercurius Emerges as Oklahoma’s pitching Ace in 2026 Season
From Las Vegas to Norman, Oklahoma’s newest ace LJ Mercurius is rewriting the Sooners’ rotation story with dominant performances, a complete game, and a bright academic path.
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From Las Vegas to Norman, Oklahoma’s newest ace LJ Mercurius is rewriting the Sooners’ rotation story with dominant performances, a complete game, and a bright academic path.
Blake Ellwein, a senior guard from Huron, was named the 2026 South Dakota Mr. Basketball award winner, capping a championship season that featured a perfect free‑throw showing and historic scoring milestones.
A look at the career of Blake Ellwein, the latest South Dakota Mr. Basketball, his championship run, and the legacy of previous winners.
Senior forward Ashlyn Koupal, the all‑time leading scorer in Wagner history, was honored as the 2026 Miss Basketball after a vote by state coaches, highlighting a career that includes 2,610 points and multiple state tournament appearances.