Oregon Ducks second baseman Ryan Cooney has been awarded the Big Ten Co-Player of the Week after a stellar performance in a road series against Illinois. Cooney led the Ducks with an impressive .692 batting average, reaching base safely in 12 of 16 plate appearances. His standout weekend included the first five-hit game of his career and the first for any Oregon player since April 2023. Cooney's performance helped the Ducks achieve three double-digit scoring outputs, and he finished the series with a 2.058 OPS, hitting two home runs and scoring six runs overall. This recognition marks Cooney's third time earning the Big Ten Player of the Week honor, joining teammate Dominic Hellman as the only Ducks to receive this accolade this season. As the Ducks prepare for tougher matchups against Oregon State and Penn State, Cooney's contributions will be crucial for their success.