LC State Sophomore Earns NAIA National Player of the Week

Jackson Jaha had an impressive offensive performance with a .750 batting average and four home runs.

Mar. 25, 2026 at 12:34am

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Lewis-Clark State sophomore Jackson Jaha was named the NAIA National Baseball Player of the Week after a dominant offensive performance. Jaha had a .750 batting average, .778 on-base percentage, and 1.688 slugging percentage over four games, including four home runs and 10 RBIs. He is the first LC State player to earn the national honor since 2022.

Why it matters

This recognition highlights the exceptional talent and skill of Jackson Jaha, who is making a significant impact on the Lewis-Clark State baseball program. Jaha's performance not only helps his team, but also brings national attention to the NAIA program.

The details

Jaha had seven extra-base hits, including four home runs and three doubles, and drove in 10 runs while scoring 11. He reached base in 14 of his 18 plate appearances and became the 13th player in LC State history to hit three home runs in a single game.

  • Jaha was voted the NAIA National Baseball Player of the Week on March 25, 2026.
  • The Warriors will host the College of Idaho in a four-game Cascade Conference series from March 27-29, 2026 at Harris Field.

The players

Jackson Jaha

A sophomore baseball player at Lewis-Clark State College who was named the NAIA National Player of the Week after a dominant offensive performance.

Luke White

A former Lewis-Clark 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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What they’re saying

“Jaha had an insane weekend at the plate with a .750 batting average, .778 on-base percentage and 1.688 slugging percentage.”

— Alisha Alexander, Assistant Athletic Director-Sports Information/SWL

What’s next

The Warriors will host the College of Idaho in a four-game Cascade Conference series from March 27-29, 2026 at Harris Field.

The takeaway

Jackson Jaha's impressive performance not only helps his team, but also brings national recognition to the Lewis-Clark State baseball program, highlighting the exceptional talent and skill within the NAIA ranks.