Here are the Division I college baseball programs with the most Men’s College World Series titles:
USC: 12 Titles
Years: 1948, 1958, 1961, 1963, 1968, 1970-74, 1978, 1998
Overview: The Trojans dominated college baseball in the 1970s,
securing five consecutive titles and producing numerous MLB players such as Fred Lynn and Dave Kingman. USC’s record of 12 championships remains unmatched.
LSU: 7 Titles
Years: 1991, 1993, 1996-97, 2000, 2009, 2023
Overview: LSU transformed into a national powerhouse under head coach Skip Bertman, who led the Tigers to five championships in a decade. Jay Johnson continued the legacy, securing the seventh title in 2023.
Texas: 6 Titles
Years: 1949-50, 1975, 1983, 2002, 2005
Overview: Texas boasts a history of sustained success with three iconic head coaches each winning two national championships. The Longhorns have as many runner-up finishes as titles and produced MLB stars like Roger Clemens.
Arizona State: 5 Titles
Years: 1965, 1967, 1969, 1977, 1981
Overview: The Sun Devils have a strong legacy with 10 championship finals appearances. The first title team included future MLB World Series champions Rick Monday and Sal Bando.
Arizona: 4 Titles
Years: 1976, 1980, 1986, 2012
Overview: Led by coaching legend Jerry Kendall, Arizona secured three championships in 10 years and added a fourth in 2012, ending South Carolina’s quest for a three-peat.
Cal State Fullerton: 4 Titles
Years: 1979, 1984, 1995, 2004
Overview: Augie Garrido led the Titans to multiple titles across different decades. The program’s consistency is marked by success under various coaches, including George Horton’s lone championship win.
Miami (Fla.): 4 Titles
Years: 1982, 1985, 1999, 2001
Overview: Miami has excelled in the finals, winning four out of six appearances. The Hurricanes have faced and defeated iconic teams and coaches, securing their place among the top programs.
Minnesota: 3 Titles
Oregon State: 3 Titles
Vanderbilt: 2 Titles
South Carolina: 2 Titles
Stanford: 2 Titles
Oklahoma: 2 Titles
Michigan: 2 Titles
California: 2 Titles
These programs have established themselves as powerhouses in college baseball, each contributing to the rich history of the Men’s College World Series with their impressive records and numerous championships.
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