ALT South Dakota State baseball graphic listing student-athletes who qualified for the Summit League Academic Honor Roll during the 2026 season. Student-athletes recognized included: Brady Brown, Luke Evenson, Dayton Franke, Trey Husar, Jack Kruger, Mason Lang, Luke Luskey, Ty Madison, Drew McDowell, Kaden Rylance, Owen Siegert, Jacob Sjuts, Grant Sorensen, Jaren Vogt, Matthew Werk and Nic Werk.
ALT The South Dakota State baseball team poses for a photo outside its hotel in Lincoln, Nebraska, where the Jackrabbits will play in the NCAA Division I Baseball Championship starting on Friday, May 29, 2026.
ALT South Dakota State baseball head coach Rob Bishop (left) chats with ESPN announcers Kyle Peterson (center) and Karl Ravech (right) during the team's practice May 28, 2026, in preparation for NCAA Regional action at Hawks Field in Lincoln, Nebraska.
ALT South Dakota State designated hitter Luke Luskey responds to a question during a press conference held May 28, 2026, in advance of the Jackrabbits' opening round game against Nebraska in the NCAA Division I Baseball Championship at Hawks Field in Lincoln, Nebraska.
ALT South Dakota State center fielder Owen Siegert listens to a question during a press conference held May 28, 2026, in advance of the Jackrabbits' opening round game against Nebraska in the NCAA Division I Baseball Championship at Hawks Field in Lincoln, Nebraska.
ALT South Dakota State pitcher Ty Madison answers a question during a press conference held May 28, 2026, in advance of the Jackrabbits' opening round game against Nebraska in the NCAA Division I Baseball Championship at Hawks Field in Lincoln, Nebraska.
ALT South Dakota State first baseman Dayton Franke makes contact with a pitch while taking indoor batting practice during the Jackrabbits' team workout May 28, 2026, at Hawks Field in Lincoln, Nebraska, in preparation for NCAA Regional action against Nebraska.
ALT South Dakota State designated hitter Luke Luskey takes on-field batting practice during the Jackrabbits' team workout May 28, 2026, at Hawks Field in Lincoln, Nebraska, in preparation for NCAA Regional action against Nebraska.
ALT South Dakota State shortstop Keagen Jirschele makes a throw to first base during the Jackrabbits' team workout May 28, 2026, at Hawks Field in Lincoln, Nebraska, in preparation for NCAA Regional action against Nebraska.
ALT South Dakota State baseball pitchers play catch in the outfield grass during the team's practice May 28, 2026, in preparation for NCAA Regional play at Nebraska.
ALT Close-up scene on a baseball field showing a baseball coach in a blue South Dakota State pullover and a black-and-white hat that reads "2026 Summit League Champions." A championship medal hangs around the neck. The coach holds a wooden trophy. In the background, a scoreboard displays "2026 Champions".
ALT Several baseball players in light blue uniforms rush toward the mound, where more teammates embrace at the center. Surrounding players run in from all directions with arms outstretched, preparing to join the celebration. The infield dirt and green outfield grass are visible, with a fence and spectators in the background
ALT Wide team photo taken on a baseball field. A large group of players and staff wear matching black “2026 Summit League Baseball Champs” shirts, light blue pants, and championship hats with medals around their necks. The group is arranged in multiple rows, with some kneeling in front and others standing behind. Several individuals hold championship plaques and a large banner reading “2026 Baseball Champions".