Texas State baseball is gearing up for its first season in the Pac‑12, and the coaching staff has made retaining core talent a top priority.
Coach Steven Trout announced that outfielder Jaquae Stewart, pitcher Jesus Tovar, catcher Clayton Namken and utility player Ethan Farris will all return, ensuring continuity for the Bobcats.
Namken’s freshman campaign was nothing short of spectacular, posting a .983 OPS and hitting 11 home runs, figures that have earned him a central role in the lineup.
Stewart, meanwhile, paced the team with the most homers and maintained a .925 OPS, underscoring his impact as a power threat.
Farris contributed eight homers despite appearing in less than half of the team’s games, a testament to his efficiency when on the field.
Tovar also showed marked improvement, increasing his innings pitched while posting a lower ERA, a development that bodes well for the rotation.
Portal Additions Strengthen Pitching Depth
The Bobcats have bolstered their pitching staff through the transfer portal, welcoming Midland College right‑hander Luke Hayhow and Sam Houston State left‑hander Jonathan Anders.
Adding to the excitement, the program secured a late high‑school commitment from 6‑foot‑7 right‑hander Jayden Stewart, a prospect who could bring a new dimension to the mound.
The portal remains active, with players such as Jackson Cotton and Justin Vossos still weighing their options, leaving the roster in a state of flux but also possibility.