Senior Andrew Ortiz had a great opening series for Nelson University against Sterling College recording seven hits in nine at-bats. Of his seven hits, four were doubles, recording two in each game. The native of Weatherford, Texas recorded three runs and an RBI as the Lions scored 24 total runs in their two games this week. Ortiz tallied a 1.22 slugging percentage and a .778 on-base percentage and added a stolen base to highlight the undefeated opening week.
Stats on the week: .780 BA, 7 H, 4 2B, 3 R, 1 RBI, 1.22 (SLG%)
Nominees: Camden Knutson, OUAZ; Andrew Ortiz, Nelson University; Elvis Rojas, Southwestern Christian University