**Texas A&M’s Justin Lamkin Named SEC Pitcher of the Week After Historic Performance**
Texas A&M junior **Justin Lamkin** has been named the **SEC Pitcher of the Week**, following a **career-defining performance** against **No. 10 Georgia**. Lamkin delivered a **complete game shutout**, striking out **15 batters** and allowing only **three hits**, marking one of the most dominant outings in Aggies baseball history [A](https://www.jsonline.com/story/sports/college/aggies/2025/05/19/texas-aggies-baseball-sec-justin-lamkin-pitcher-of-the-week/83729578007/?copilot_analytics_metadata=eyJldmVudEluZm9fY29udmVyc2F0aW9uSWQiOiJEUlpNMkx3eG50MTZmS1Y1SHh6UUUiLCJldmVudEluZm9fY2xpY2tEZXN0aW5hdGlvbiI6Imh0dHBzOlwvXC93d3cuanNvbmxpbmUuY29tXC9zdG9yeVwvc3BvcnRzXC9jb2xsZWdlXC9hZ2dpZXNcLzIwMjVcLzA1XC8xOVwvdGV4YXMtYWdnaWVzLWJhc2ViYWxsLXNlYy1qdXN0aW4tbGFta2luLXBpdGNoZXItb2YtdGhlLXdlZWtcLzgzNzI5NTc4MDA3XC8iLCJldmVudEluZm9fbWVzc2FnZUlkIjoiZ3dOZDVoeFhCcmpkaDV6THhLVXIzIiwiZXZlbnRJbmZvX2NsaWNrU291cmNlIjoiY2l0YXRpb25MaW5rIn0%3D&citationMarker=9F742443-6C92-4C44-BF58-8F5A7C53B6F1).
### **A Performance for the Ages**
Lamkin’s **121-pitch masterpiece** was nothing short of spectacular. The left-hander **did not allow a single walk**, retiring the final **16 batters** he faced. His **15 strikeouts** were the most by a Texas A&M pitcher in an **SEC contest**, surpassing previous records set by Aggie greats [A](https://www.jsonline.com/story/sports/college/aggies/2025/05/19/texas-aggies-baseball-sec-justin-lamkin-pitcher-of-the-week/83729578007/?copilot_analytics_metadata=eyJldmVudEluZm9fY2xpY2tTb3VyY2UiOiJjaXRhdGlvbkxpbmsiLCJldmVudEluZm9fbWVzc2FnZUlkIjoiZ3dOZDVoeFhCcmpkaDV6THhLVXIzIiwiZXZlbnRJbmZvX2NvbnZlcnNhdGlvbklkIjoiRFJaTTJMd3hudDE2ZktWNUh4elFFIiwiZXZlbnRJbmZvX2NsaWNrRGVzdGluYXRpb24iOiJodHRwczpcL1wvd3d3Lmpzb25saW5lLmNvbVwvc3RvcnlcL3Nwb3J0c1wvY29sbGVnZVwvYWdnaWVzXC8yMDI1XC8wNVwvMTlcL3RleGFzLWFnZ2llcy1iYXNlYmFsbC1zZWMtanVzdGluLWxhbWtpbi1waXRjaGVyLW9mLXRoZS13ZWVrXC84MzcyOTU3ODAwN1wvIn0%3D&citationMarker=9F742443-6C92-4C44-BF58-8F5A7C53B6F1).
His ability to **control the strike zone** was evident, as he **did not allow a single three-ball count** throughout the game. This level of precision and dominance has placed him among the **top pitchers in the SEC**, solidifying his reputation as a **future MLB prospect** [A](https://www.jsonline.com/story/sports/college/aggies/2025/05/19/texas-aggies-baseball-sec-justin-lamkin-pitcher-of-the-week/83729578007/?copilot_analytics_metadata=eyJldmVudEluZm9fbWVzc2FnZUlkIjoiZ3dOZDVoeFhCcmpkaDV6THhLVXIzIiwiZXZlbnRJbmZvX2NvbnZlcnNhdGlvbklkIjoiRFJaTTJMd3hudDE2ZktWNUh4elFFIiwiZXZlbnRJbmZvX2NsaWNrU291cmNlIjoiY2l0YXRpb25MaW5rIiwiZXZlbnRJbmZvX2NsaWNrRGVzdGluYXRpb24iOiJodHRwczpcL1wvd3d3Lmpzb25saW5lLmNvbVwvc3RvcnlcL3Nwb3J0c1wvY29sbGVnZVwvYWdnaWVzXC8yMDI1XC8wNVwvMTlcL3RleGFzLWFnZ2llcy1iYXNlYmFsbC1zZWMtanVzdGluLWxhbWtpbi1waXRjaGVyLW9mLXRoZS13ZWVrXC84MzcyOTU3ODAwN1wvIn0%3D&citationMarker=9F742443-6C92-4C44-BF58-8F5A7C53B6F1).
### **Historic Milestone for Texas A&M**
Lamkin’s shutout was the **first complete game shutout on the road** by a Texas A&M pitcher since **Michael Wacha in 2012**. His performance also marked his **team-leading seventh quality start of the season**, proving his consistency and reliability on the mound [A](https://www.jsonline.com/story/sports/college/aggies/2025/05/19/texas-aggies-baseball-sec-justin-lamkin-pitcher-of-the-week/83729578007/?copilot_analytics_metadata=eyJldmVudEluZm9fY2xpY2tTb3VyY2UiOiJjaXRhdGlvbkxpbmsiLCJldmVudEluZm9fY29udmVyc2F0aW9uSWQiOiJEUlpNMkx3eG50MTZmS1Y1SHh6UUUiLCJldmVudEluZm9fbWVzc2FnZUlkIjoiZ3dOZDVoeFhCcmpkaDV6THhLVXIzIiwiZXZlbnRJbmZvX2NsaWNrRGVzdGluYXRpb24iOiJodHRwczpcL1wvd3d3Lmpzb25saW5lLmNvbVwvc3RvcnlcL3Nwb3J0c1wvY29sbGVnZVwvYWdnaWVzXC8yMDI1XC8wNVwvMTlcL3RleGFzLWFnZ2llcy1iYXNlYmFsbC1zZWMtanVzdGluLWxhbWtpbi1waXRjaGVyLW9mLXRoZS13ZWVrXC84MzcyOTU3ODAwN1wvIn0%3D&citationMarker=9F742443-6C92-4C44-BF58-8F5A7C53B6F1).
Texas A&M’s **postseason hopes** remain uncertain, but Lamkin’s brilliance has given the team a much-needed boost heading into the **SEC Tournament**. The Aggies will face **Mississippi State** in their opening game, where Lamkin’s leadership and momentum could play a crucial role [A](https://www.jsonline.com/story/sports/college/aggies/2025/05/19/texas-aggies-baseball-sec-justin-lamkin-pitcher-of-the-week/83729578007/?copilot_analytics_metadata=eyJldmVudEluZm9fY29udmVyc2F0aW9uSWQiOiJEUlpNMkx3eG50MTZmS1Y1SHh6UUUiLCJldmVudEluZm9fY2xpY2tEZXN0aW5hdGlvbiI6Imh0dHBzOlwvXC93d3cuanNvbmxpbmUuY29tXC9zdG9yeVwvc3BvcnRzXC9jb2xsZWdlXC9hZ2dpZXNcLzIwMjVcLzA1XC8xOVwvdGV4YXMtYWdnaWVzLWJhc2ViYWxsLXNlYy1qdXN0aW4tbGFta2luLXBpdGNoZXItb2YtdGhlLXdlZWtcLzgzNzI5NTc4MDA3XC8iLCJldmVudEluZm9fbWVzc2FnZUlkIjoiZ3dOZDVoeFhCcmpkaDV6THhLVXIzIiwiZXZlbnRJbmZvX2NsaWNrU291cmNlIjoiY2l0YXRpb25MaW5rIn0%3D&citationMarker=9F742443-6C92-4C44-BF58-8F5A7C53B6F1).
### **Reaction from Coaches and Teammates**
Texas A&M head coach **Michael Earley** praised Lamkin’s performance, stating, **“Justin was absolutely dominant. He controlled the game from start to finish, and his ability to execute under pressure was incredible.”**
Teammates also expressed their admiration, with catcher **Kaeden Kent** calling Lamkin’s outing **“one of the best pitching performances I’ve ever witnessed.”** The Aggies are rallying behind their ace as they prepare for the **SEC Tournament**, knowing that his presence on the mound gives them a **competitive edge** **deliver in high-pressure situations** makes him a key player for Texas A&M as they **fight for a postseason berth**.
As the [A](https://www.jsonline.com/story/sports/college/aggies/2025/05/19/texas-aggies-baseball-sec-justin-lamkin-pitcher-of-the-week/83729578007/?copilot_analytics_metadata=eyJldmVudEluZm9fY2xpY2tTb3VyY2UiOiJjaXRhdGlvbkxpbmsiLCJldmVudEluZm9fY29udmVyc2F0aW9uSWQiOiJEUlpNMkx3eG50MTZmS1Y1SHh6UUUiLCJldmVudEluZm9fbWVzc2FnZUlkIjoiZ3dOZDVoeFhCcmpkaDV6THhLVXIzIiwiZXZlbnRJbmZvX2NsaWNrRGVzdGluYXRpb24iOiJodHRwczpcL1wvd3d3Lmpzb25saW5lLmNvbVwvc3RvcnlcL3Nwb3J0c1wvY29sbGVnZVwvYWdnaWVzXC8yMDI1XC8wNVwvMTlcL3RleGFzLWFnZ2llcy1iYXNlYmFsbC1zZWMtanVzdGluLWxhbWtpbi1waXRjaGVyLW9mLXRoZS13ZWVrXC84MzcyOTU3ODAwN1wvIn0%3D&citationMarker=9F742443-6C92-4C44-BF58-8F5A7C53B6F1) Aggies head into the **SEC Tournament**, all eyes will be on Lamkin to see if he can replicate his **dominant performance** and lead Texas.
### **Looking Ahead**
With his latest achievement, Lamkin has positioned himself as one of the **top pitchers in college baseball**. His ability to A&M to victory. One thing is certain—his **historic outing against Georgia** has cemented his place in **Aggies baseball history** [A](https://www.jsonline.com/story/sports/college/aggies/2025/05/19/texas-aggies-baseball-sec-justin-lamkin-pitcher-of-the-week/83729578007/?copilot_analytics_metadata=eyJldmVudEluZm9fY2xpY2tTb3VyY2UiOiJjaXRhdGlvbkxpbmsiLCJldmVudEluZm9fbWVzc2FnZUlkIjoiZ3dOZDVoeFhCcmpkaDV6THhLVXIzIiwiZXZlbnRJbmZvX2NsaWNrRGVzdGluYXRpb24iOiJodHRwczpcL1wvd3d3Lmpzb25saW5lLmNvbVwvc3RvcnlcL3Nwb3J0c1wvY29sbGVnZVwvYWdnaWVzXC8yMDI1XC8wNVwvMTlcL3RleGFzLWFnZ2llcy1iYXNlYmFsbC1zZWMtanVzdGluLWxhbWtpbi1waXRjaGVyLW9mLXRoZS13ZWVrXC84MzcyOTU3ODAwN1wvIiwiZXZlbnRJbmZvX2NvbnZlcnNhdGlvbklkIjoiRFJaTTJMd3hudDE2ZktWNUh4elFFIn0%3D&citationMarker=9F742443-6C92-4C44-BF58-8F5A7C53B6F1).
🔥 **Justin Lamkin: SEC Pitcher of the Week. A name to remember.** 🔥
