Oklahoma Claims 2026 NCAA Baseball Championship with 13-2 Victory Over North Carolina
Oklahoma defeated North Carolina 13-2 in the 2026 NCAA baseball final, delivering a five‑run burst and never looking back.
Jun 23, 2026
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UNC’s National Championship Dream Crumbles in 13-2 Defeat to Oklahoma
Oklahoma's 13-2 victory in the 2026 College World Series finale ends UNC's championship run, highlighted by a four‑run onslaught and historic first title since 1994.
Jun 23, 2026
Oklahoma Sooners Capture 2026 College Baseball Crown
Despite a modest regular season, the Oklahoma Sooners rallied in the 2026 championship series, delivering a story of belief, unity and unforgettable performances that captivated the nation.
Jun 23, 2026
Oklahoma and North Carolina Clash in Winner‑Take‑All Game 3 of College World Series
Oklahoma and North Carolina meet on June 22 for a winner‑take‑all Game 3 at the College World Series, with starters Nick Wesloski and Jackson Rose headlining the matchup.
Jun 22, 2026
Oklahoma Sooners Edge Closer to College World Series Crown
The Oklahoma Sooners defeated North Carolina 9‑3 in the College World Series, extending a nine‑game winning streak and setting up a showdown for the title.
Jun 21, 2026
Oklahoma Opens CWS Championship Series with 9-3 Victory Over Carolina
The 2026 Oklahoma baseball team opened the College World Series championship with a 9-3 win over Carolina, highlighted by a breakout performance from Canadian slugger Deiten LaChance and a disciplined pitching staff.
Jun 21, 2026
Deiten Lachance’s Heroics Put Oklahoma on the Cusp of a Long‑Awaited College World Series Crown
Deiten Lachance’s breakout performance in Game 1 of the finals, coupled with a dramatic turnaround in his hitting streak, has the Oklahoma Sooners one win away from ending a 32‑year championship drought.
Jun 21, 2026
North Carolina Falls in Opening Game of College World Series Finals
After a 9-3 defeat in the first game of the CWS finals, UNC coach Scott Forbes discusses the team's performance, key moments, and the path forward.
Jun 21, 2026
Oklahoma Secures First Win in MCWS Championship Series
The Oklahoma Sooners baseball team edged North Carolina 9-3 in the opening game of the College World Series championship Series, setting the stage for a possible third national crown.
Jun 20, 2026
Oklahoma Takes Command in 2026 College World Series Opener
The Sooners opened the 2026 NCAA Men's College World Series finals with a 9‑3 win over North Carolina, fueled by Lachance’s power hitting and a dominant pitching staff.
Jun 20, 2026
Oklahoma Dominates Opening Game of College World Series Finals
Oklahoma’s early offensive onslaught, led by Deiten LaChance’s two homers, powered a 9‑3 win over North Carolina in the first game of the College World Series finals.
Jun 20, 2026
Oklahoma Takes Command in College World Series Opener
Oklahoma’s bats erupted early, and a weather‑forced schedule shift gave the Sooners a chance to seize momentum in the first game of the finals.
Jun 20, 2026
Oklahoma Strikes Back in Game 1 of College World Series Championship
Oklahoma erupted in the fourth inning, turning a 3‑3 tie into a 7‑3 lead before extending to 9‑3. Key performances from Deiten LaChance, Kyle Branch and a clutch single by Camden Johnson sealed the victory, while UNC’s starter Jason DeCaro was pulled after 3.2 innings.
Jun 20, 2026
Oklahoma’s Unexpected Run to the 2026 College World Series Finals
Oklahoma's baseball team has defied expectations, reaching the 2026 NCAA finals with a blend of explosive hitting and dominant freshman pitching.
Jun 20, 2026
Early Start to 2026 College World Series Final Averts Rain
The championship game was advanced to avoid inclement weather, pitting two unbeaten teams against each other in a highly anticipated showdown.
Jun 20, 2026
Kolby Branch’s Final Home Run Ends in Emotional Moment at College World Series
In a rain‑soaked showdown at the Omaha baseball stadium, Kolby Branch hit a solo home run in his last collegiate at‑bat, sharing a high‑five with his brother Kyle while their parents watched tearfully. Oklahoma advances to face North Carolina in the finals.
Jun 18, 2026
Oklahoma Sooners Storm to College World Series Final
The University of Oklahoma baseball team, once a middling program, has surged to the championship series of the College World Series, topping Georgia 11‑4 and riding a wave of freshman pitching brilliance and unexpected power hitting.
Jun 18, 2026
Kolby Branch’s Final Home Run Sends Oklahoma to CWS Finals
Kolby Branch capped his college career with a solo home run in the semifinals, his brother Kyle met him with a high‑five, and Oklahoma now prepares to face North Carolina in the championship series.
Jun 18, 2026
Oklahoma Secures Championship Series Berth After Dominant Win Over Georgia
Oklahoma’s 11‑4 victory over Georgia, highlighted by Dasan Harris’s five‑RBI performance, sets up a best‑of‑3 final against North Carolina, who advanced with a 12‑7 win over West Virginia.
Jun 18, 2026
Sooners Power Past Georgia to Reach CWS Championship Series
Oklahoma’s 11‑4 victory over Georgia showcases a hot hitting streak, a freshman pitcher’s emergence, and a looming clash with the Tar Heels.
Jun 18, 2026
Georgia Bulldogs Eye Championship as They Clash with Oklahoma in the CWS
The Georgia Bulldogs and Oklahoma Sooners meet in the College World Series with a 7 p.m. ET broadcast on ESPN. Georgia arrives after a 2‑0 win over Texas, while Oklahoma looks to translate late‑game resilience into another victory.
Jun 18, 2026
Oklahoma Eyes Second CWS Finals Appearance as It Prepares for Georgia Showdown
The Sooners, led by coach Skip Johnson and a trio of young pitchers, aim to extend their run in the College World Series against the Bulldogs, with a potential matchup against North Carolina looming.
Jun 17, 2026
Kolby Branch Earns NCAA Division I Gold Glove Honor as Georgia Preps for Historic CWS Showdown
Senior shortstop Kolby Branch of the University of Georgia has been named to the NCAA Division I Gold Glove team, the fourth Bulldog to receive the award. His .975 fielding percentage and .286 batting average have helped Georgia win the SEC regular‑season and tournament titles and advance to the College World Series, where they will face Oklahoma in a historic brother‑versus‑brother matchup.
Jun 17, 2026
Sooners and Bulldogs Clash in CWS Semifinal
The Oklahoma Sooners will meet the Georgia Bulldogs in a College World Series semifinal on Wednesday, June 17, at 6 p.m. CT in Omaha, Nebraska, with a spot in the championship series on the line.
Jun 17, 2026