LC State Sophomore Earns NAIA National Player of the Week

Jackson Jaha's dominant offensive performance leads to prestigious honor.

Mar. 25, 2026 at 12:23am

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Jackson Jaha, a sophomore at LC State, was named the NAIA National Baseball Player of the Week after a standout weekend at the plate. Jaha hit .750 with a .778 on-base percentage and 1.688 slugging percentage, including four home runs, three doubles, 10 RBIs, and 11 runs scored.

Why it matters

Jaha's recognition as the NAIA National Player of the Week is a significant achievement that showcases his exceptional talent and the strength of the LC State baseball program. This honor can help raise the profile of both Jaha and the team, potentially leading to increased recruitment and support.

The details

Over a four-game stretch, Jaha had seven extra-base hits, becoming the 13th player in LC State history to hit three home runs in a single game. He leads the NAIA in batting average and is among the national leaders in on-base percentage and slugging percentage, as well as the Cascade Conference leader in all three categories.

  • Jaha was voted the NAIA National Baseball Player of the Week on Tuesday, March 25, 2026.
  • Jaha's dominant offensive performance occurred over a four-game weekend prior to the award announcement.

The players

Jackson Jaha

A sophomore baseball player at LC State who was named the NAIA National Player of the Week after a standout offensive performance.

Luke White

A former LC State baseball player who was the last Warrior to earn the NAIA National Player of the Week honor, which he received in 2022.

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The takeaway

Jaha's impressive performance and national recognition highlight the strength of the LC State baseball program and its ability to develop top-tier talent. This achievement can help raise the profile of both the player and the team, potentially leading to increased recruitment and support for the program.