Georgia Tech's Vahn Lackey Named ACC Player Of The Week

Lackey had a historic week, playing all eight positions and nearly hitting for the cycle twice.

Mar. 16, 2026 at 9:22pm

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Vahn Lackey of the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets was named the ACC Player of the Week after a standout performance that included playing all eight defensive positions in a single game and coming close to hitting for the cycle twice.

Why it matters

Lackey's versatility and offensive production have been key to Georgia Tech's success this season, as the Yellow Jackets have risen to #3 in the national rankings. This award recognizes Lackey's individual excellence and highlights Georgia Tech's status as one of the top college baseball programs in the country.

The details

Lackey slashed .600/.667/1.467 over four games last week, leading Georgia Tech to a 3-1 record that included a series victory over #8 Clemson. He hit six extra-base hits, including three home runs, drove in five runs, and scored seven times. Lackey made history by becoming the first Georgia Tech player to play all eight defensive positions in a single game, and he came one hit shy of the cycle twice.

  • Lackey was named ACC Player of the Week on March 16, 2026.
  • Lackey played all eight positions in a midweek game against West Georgia.
  • Lackey led Georgia Tech to a series victory at #8 Clemson on March 12-14, 2026.

The players

Vahn Lackey

A standout player for the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets, Lackey is having a breakout season and was named the ACC Player of the Week.

Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets

The #3-ranked college baseball team in the country, Georgia Tech has risen in the rankings thanks in large part to Lackey's contributions.

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What they’re saying

“Vahn Lackey, @GTBaseball”

— ACC Baseball (Twitter)

What’s next

Lackey and the Yellow Jackets will take on #4/5 Auburn on March 17, 2026 in a top-5 matchup.

The takeaway

Vahn Lackey's historic week, including playing all eight defensive positions in a single game and nearly hitting for the cycle twice, has earned him ACC Player of the Week honors and further cemented Georgia Tech's status as one of the top college baseball programs in the country.