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The University of Mississippi Athletics
Walker Hooks Named to NCBWA Stopper of the Year Midseason Watch List
4/22/2026 | Baseball
DALLAS – Ole Miss Baseball's Walker Hooks has been named to the 2026 NCBWA Stopper of the Year Midseason Watch List
Hooks has pitched to a 3-0 record with four saves and a 2.48 ERA over 15 appearances and 32.2 innings of work so far this season. He has racked up 40 strikeouts and held opponents to just a .165 batting average.
The sophomore has earned three wins, four saves, and pitched to a 1.37 ERA over his last nine appearances out of the bullpen. He has struck out 23 batters and walked just two over 19.2 innings of work.
Hooks has allowed more than one earned run just twice this season over 15 appearances and has emerged as the team's best closing option. He has converted a save in each of his last three outings.
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Hooks has pitched to a 3-0 record with four saves and a 2.48 ERA over 15 appearances and 32.2 innings of work so far this season. He has racked up 40 strikeouts and held opponents to just a .165 batting average.
The sophomore has earned three wins, four saves, and pitched to a 1.37 ERA over his last nine appearances out of the bullpen. He has struck out 23 batters and walked just two over 19.2 innings of work.
Hooks has allowed more than one earned run just twice this season over 15 appearances and has emerged as the team's best closing option. He has converted a save in each of his last three outings.
STAY CONNECTED
Get rewarded for attending events by joining Rebel Rewards powered by Coca-Cola, the official fan loyalty program of the Ole Miss Rebels. Download the Ole Miss Sports mobile app, sign up for a Rebel Rewards account, and start earning points immediately that can be redeemed for exclusive prizes and experiences.
Keep up with all the latest news and information on the Rebels by following Ole Miss baseball on X at @OleMissBSB, on Facebook at Facebook.com/OleMissBaseball, on Instagram at Instagram.com/officialolemissbsb and on TikTok at @olemissbsb. Also, follow head coach Mike Bianco on X at @CoachMikeBianco.
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