Oklahoma's Jaxon Willits earns College World Series MOP as Sooners win title
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 23, 2026, 3:28 AM
Last updated Jun 23, 2026
On June 22, Oklahoma captured its third College World Series championship, defeating No. 5 North Carolina in three games. Jaxon Willits was named the Most Outstanding Player after an impressive performance throughout the tournament, recording a.500 batting average with 13 hits, four doubles, and a home run. His efforts were crucial as the Sooners went 5-1 in Omaha, marking their first title in 32 years. Willits had multiple hits in five of the six games played, contributing significantly to the team’s success during the championship run. Fans and teammates celebrate Willits’ standout achievement and the program’s historic victory.
- •Oklahoma defeated North Carolina in the College World Series finals.
- •Jaxon Willits was named College World Series Most Outstanding Player.
- •Willits recorded 13 hits and seven RBIs during the tournament.
- •The Sooners finished with a 5-1 record in Omaha.
- •This is Oklahoma's first championship title in 32 years.
- 3:28 AMYahoo Sports — Who won College World Series MOP? Oklahoma's Jaxon Willits leads way for Sooners
"Oklahoma's Jaxon Willits was named College World Series MOP as the Sooners took the 2026 championship in three games vs. No. 5 North Carolina.
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