While Oregon State softball were not able to secure a berth in the 2026 NCAA Tournament, star second baseman Jaeya Butler was recognized or writing her own chapter in the program's record book. Butler was named the West Coast Conference Player of the Year for 2026. It's the first time that an Oregon State softball player has won a conference Player of the Year award. Brianne McGowan was named Pac-12 Pitcher of the Year following the 2005 season. A product of Rancho Cucamonga, California and Aquinas High School, Butler joined the Beavers prior to the 2025 season after transferring from Michigan State. She made the move from shortstop to second base in 2026. This season, Butler was Oregon State's strongest offensive player. She set new program records for home runs (23), runs batted in (61), total bases (157), and slugging percentage (.882) in a single season. She also led the WCC in all of those categories.…