Effertz earned the win in UW-La Crosse's 7-3 victory over College of St. Scholastica (Minn.) on March 28 at the Metrodome. He pitched 7.0 innings, allowing one hit, one earned run and three walks, while striking out a season-high nine. After allowing a double in the first, Effertz did not allow a hit in the next six innings. He retired nine straight hitters after the double. Effertz finished the game striking out four of the final six batters.
Also nominated:
UW-Superior, Dan Genrich, Senior, Lefthanded Pitcher, Wausau, Wis. (West)
UW-Whitewater, Matt Roberts, Junior, Righthanded Pitcher, Manitowoc, Wis. (Roncalli)