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Oklahoma takes Game 1 of College World Series finals over UNC

ESPN • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 20, 2026, 11:14 PM

Last updated Jun 20, 2026

Oklahoma takes Game 1 of College World Series finals over UNC
Summary

Oklahoma faced North Carolina in Game 1 of the College World Series finals on Saturday, winning decisively with a score of 9-3. Deiten Lachance played a pivotal role, hitting two home runs to help secure the victory. This win positions the Sooners one game away from claiming the national championship. They will aim to close out the series in Game 2.

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  • •Oklahoma leads the best-of-three series 1-0
  • •Deiten Lachance homered twice in the victory
  • •Game 2 is crucial for the Sooners' championship hopes
  • •Game 1 took place on June 20, 2026
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Deiten Lachance homered twice as the Sooners won Game 1 of the Men's College World Series finals 9-3 on Saturday to move within a victory of the national championship.

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