Justin Lamkin Named SEC Pitcher of the Week After Dominant Outing
In a defining moment of his collegiate career, Texas A&M’s left-handed pitcher Justin Lamkin has been named the Southeastern Conference (SEC) Pitcher of the Week, following a masterclass performance that left both fans and scouts buzzing. The sophomore flamethrower delivered a breathtaking outing against the University of Arkansas, striking out a career-high 13 batters over seven shutout innings and allowing just two hits. The award marks the first SEC weekly honor for Lamkin this season and cements his growing reputation as one of the conference’s most formidable arms.
Under the bright lights at Blue Bell Park, with the Aggies chasing postseason momentum, Lamkin took the mound with laser focus. His fastball carved the zone with pinpoint command, topping out at 94 mph, while his sweeping curveball and fading changeup kept Razorback hitters off balance all night. After striking out the side in the first inning, it became clear Lamkin was in rare form.
“It was electric,” said Aggies head coach Jim Schlossnagle. “Justin had total command of the game from pitch one. He set the tone for us, and the team fed off his energy.”
Throughout the game, Lamkin showed maturity beyond his years. Not once did a Razorback runner reach third base during his seven innings of work. In the fifth, with runners on first and second and no outs, Lamkin buckled down. He induced a weak pop-up, struck out the cleanup hitter on three pitches, and forced a harmless groundout to end the threat.
“I just trusted my stuff,” Lamkin said after the game. “Coach called a great game, and the defense was incredible behind me. This is the kind of night you dream about.”
The SEC award is not only a personal milestone but also a critical lift for Texas A&M’s postseason hopes. Lamkin’s performance came at a time when the Aggies’ rotation was seeking stability, and his rise has reshaped expectations for the pitching staff moving forward.
In 11 starts this season, Lamkin has posted a 2.63 ERA with 86 strikeouts over 65 innings. Opponents are hitting just .196 against him, and scouts are taking notice. MLB draft chatter has begun to swirl, with several insiders now projecting him as a potential early-round pick if he continues this trajectory.
While the SEC boasts some of the toughest lineups in college baseball, Lamkin’s poise and command set him apart this week. His award was no surprise to those within the Aggies program.
“Justin doesn’t chase awards — he chases excellence,” said Schlossnagle. “And when you do that, the rest takes care of itself.”
With Texas A&M pushing toward a strong finish in SEC play, all eyes will remain on Lamkin. If his latest outing is any indication, the Aggies have a certified ace ready for the spotlight.
