A Dual‑Sport Star's Final Season
Jack Lausch, a former Northwestern quarterback, announced in early 2025 that he would devote his final year of eligibility to the university’s baseball program, forgoing a return to football.
The decision followed a standout campaign in which he ranked among the nation’s top outfielders and had originally pledged to Notre Dame before flipping his commitment to the Wildcats.
During the 2026 season Lausch led the team in batting average, slugging percentage, home runs and runs batted in, helping the Wildcats secure a high seed in the Big Ten tournament.
His coach highlighted his toughness and relentless work ethic, noting that Lausch’s presence reshaped the clubhouse culture and earned him the Paul Stevens Life Teammate Award for leadership and team spirit.
Teammates described him as a competitor who never shied away from a challenge, whether on the diamond or in the weight room, embodying the grit the program values.
Looking ahead, Lausch says he hopes to sign a professional contract and eventually work in sports, a goal that reflects both his athletic ambition and his desire to give back to the game.