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Emporia State Pitcher Earns National Accolade
Sophomore starter Deaver named NCBWA Central Region and National Pitcher of the Week
Published on Feb. 25, 2026
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Emporia State University sophomore pitcher Deaver has been named the NCBWA Central Region and National Pitcher of the Week after tossing 6.0 shutout innings with 10 strikeouts in a win over Sioux Falls. Deaver has started the season with 18.0 scoreless innings and 26 strikeouts against just one walk, and has already been honored twice as the MIAA Pitcher of the Week. The Hornets are off to their best start since 2011 at 9-1 and open MIAA conference play this Friday.
Why it matters
Deaver's early-season dominance and national recognition is a major boost for the Emporia State baseball program, which is looking to build on its strong start and compete for a conference title this season. The Hornets' 9-1 record is their best opening to a season in over a decade.
The details
In his most recent outing, Deaver tossed 6.0 shutout innings against Sioux Falls, striking out 10 batters. On the season, the sophomore starter has not allowed a single run over 18.0 innings, racking up 26 strikeouts against just one walk. Deaver has already been named the MIAA Pitcher of the Week twice this season for his dominant performances.
- Deaver tossed 6.0 shutout innings with 10 strikeouts in ESU's 6-3 win over Sioux Falls last weekend.
- Deaver has started the season with 18.0 scoreless innings and 26 strikeouts against just one walk.
- Deaver has been named the MIAA Pitcher of the Week twice so far this season.
The players
Deaver
A sophomore pitcher for the Emporia State Hornets baseball team.
Emporia State Hornets
The baseball team of Emporia State University, which is off to a 9-1 start this season, their best opening since 2011.
What’s next
The Hornets will open MIAA conference play this Friday with a 3-game series on the road against Arkansas-Fort Smith.
The takeaway
Deaver's dominant start to the season and national recognition is a major boost for the Emporia State baseball program, which is looking to build on its strong 9-1 start and compete for a conference title this year.
