Armani Raygoza has made history by becoming the first player to win back-to-back Southland Conference Baseball Player of the Year honors. The junior first baseman leads a total of eight all-conference selections from UTRGV, the second-highest in the conference. Alongside Raygoza, Rocco Garza Gongora and Julius Ramirez earned first-team honors, while Kike Cienfuegos and Easton Moomau were named to the second team. Notably, Raygoza ranks high nationally in several key statistics, solidifying his stellar performance throughout the season.

By the Numbers
  • Raygoza leads the Southland in six categories and is ranked 13th in the NCAA with 48 walks.
  • Garza Gongora hit 19 doubles, tying for the second-highest single-season total in program history.
State of Play
  • UTRGV is entering the Southland Conference Tournament as the No. 3 seed.
  • The Vaqueros have a total of eight all-conference selections, tied for the most in the conference.
What's Next

The Vaqueros will face Northwestern State in the opening game of the tournament, with significant implications for their playoff prospects on the line. A win would set them up for a matchup against the winner of Lamar and Stephen F. Austin.

Bottom Line

Raygoza's remarkable achievement highlights UTRGV's strong performance this season, showcasing the team's depth and potential as they head into the conference tournament. This could be a pivotal moment for the team as they strive for further success.