SERIES TO WATCH

Kansas State vs. Oklahoma

With the Texas Longhorns having all but clinched the regular season title in the Big 12, the focus shifts to second place. The Sooners and Wildcats are separated by one game for the second place spot in the conference. Kansas State coach Brad Hill is proving once again why his team has people across the nation taking Wildcat baseball seriously. As of Sunday, the Wildcats are 27-10, and the most recent coaches’ poll has them ranked No. 20.

Player of the Week

Cameron Rupp, Texas

Rupp’s weekend had a strong start, as he helped Texas pound Oklahoma State 14-1 on Friday night. His five RBI lead the team. On Saturday he picked up where he left off and had a four RBI effort along with a three-run homer. In Sunday’s finale he added a double and two RBI for a sweep against the Oklahoma State Cowboys.

Series of the Week

Oklahoma vs. Texas A&M

After losing the first game 6-2, the Oklahoma Sooners battled back to win the fi nal two games of the series. In game two, the Sooners won in 13 innings, off a Ross Hubbard solo HR to grab the lead in the top of the 13th. In Sunday’s rubber match, the Sooners jumped on the Aggies early to take the victory and the series with a score of 10-2.

Team of the Week

Texas

The Texas Longhorns have made the Big 12 their personal showcase this season as they once again swept a conference opponent — Oklahoma State. The Longhorns’ highlight this week was the second straight complete game shutout by Texas pitcher Cole Green on Saturday. The victory also gave Texas head coach Augie Garrido his 600th victory during his career at Texas. He is also the first head coach in NCAA history to win 600 games at two different schools.