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McKinney Boyd, Plano East alums help Oklahoma reach College World Series title games
By By Matt Welch | Star Local Media at Star Local Media - Plano (local newspaper group)
· June 18, 2026
· 1 min read
The Oklahoma baseball team has caught fire throughout the Men’s College World Series, and on Wednesday, it was a pair of local products who helped bring the Sooners within two wins of a national championship.
Why this matters in The Plano
The success of Oklahoma's baseball team in the Men's College World Series has a direct connection to the Plano community, with alumni from McKinney Boyd and Plano East contributing to the team's progress. This achievement reflects positively on the local high school baseball programs, indicating that they are producing talented players who can compete at the highest collegiate levels. The fact that these players have gone on to play key roles in a national championship contender suggests that the baseball tradition in Plano is strong and deserving of recognition. As the College World Series title games approach, local fans will be watching with interest to see how these hometown heroes perform on the biggest stage in college baseball. Their success will undoubtedly inspire current high school players in Plano, demonstrating the potential for local athletes to achieve greatness in their sport.
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Category: safety ·
Published: June 18, 2026 ·
Source: Star Local Media - Plano (local newspaper group) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? The Oklahoma baseball team has caught fire throughout the Men’s College World Series, and on Wednesday, it was a pair of local products who helped bring the Sooners within two wins of a national championship.
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