Facing UW-Oshkosh, Williams started strong not allowing a hit through the first five innings. Over eight innings, he faced just two batters over the minimum and earned his seventh win of the season, scattering five hits, only allowing one earned run and striking out five. At UW-Platteville, Williams etched his name in the Pointer record book twice. He pitched seven innings and struck out 12 batters to move into third-place on UW-Stevens Point’s all-time strikeout list. Williams also earned his eight victory of the season and 24th as a Pointer to place him second in school history in career wins. On the season, Williams is 8-2 with 74 strikeouts and has reached double digit strikeouts in three of his last four games.
Also nominated:
UW-La Crosse, Bryant Rude, Senior, Lefthanded Pitcher, Onalaska, Wis.
UW-Oshkosh, Luke Westphal, Junior, Lefthanded Pitcher, Clintonville, Wis.
UW-Stout, Carter Vogt, Sophomore, Righthanded Pitcher, Buffalo, Minn.
UW-Superior, Mike Swanson, Junior, Righthanded Pitcher, Superior, Wis.
UW-Whitewater, Jeff Donovan, Senior, Righthanded Pitcher, Wauwatosa, Wis. (East)