Rogers State Pitcher Earns First MIAA Weekly Honor

Zach Horwith named MIAA Pitcher of the Week for standout performance.

Apr. 3, 2026 at 9:37pm

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The Mid-America Intercollegiate Athletics Association (MIAA) announced its weekly baseball honors on Monday, and Rogers State senior Zach Horwith was named MIAA Pitcher of the Week for the first time in his career.

Why it matters

This is a significant achievement for Horwith, who has been a key part of the Rogers State baseball team. Earning conference pitcher of the week honors is a testament to his hard work and talent, and could help raise his profile as he looks to continue his playing career after college.

The details

Horwith, a senior pitcher for the Rogers State Hillcats, put together an outstanding performance last week that earned him the MIAA's top weekly pitching honor. Details of his stat line were not provided in the original report.

  • Horwith was named MIAA Pitcher of the Week on Monday, April 3, 2026.

The players

Zach Horwith

A senior pitcher for the Rogers State Hillcats baseball team.

Rogers State Hillcats

The baseball team of Rogers State University, a member of the Mid-America Intercollegiate Athletics Association (MIAA).

Mid-America Intercollegiate Athletics Association (MIAA)

A NCAA Division II athletic conference that includes schools in Kansas, Missouri, Nebraska, and Oklahoma.

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The takeaway

Zach Horwith's MIAA Pitcher of the Week honor is a proud moment for the Rogers State baseball program, showcasing the talent and hard work of their senior pitcher. This recognition could help raise Horwith's profile as he looks to continue his playing career after college.