LSU's Steven Milam and William Schmidt have earned spots on the 2026 Academic All-District Baseball Team, recognizing their excellence both on the field and in academics. Milam, a junior shortstop, boasts a 3.74 GPA and led the team this season with impressive batting statistics. Schmidt, a sophomore pitcher, holds a 3.96 GPA and demonstrated solid performance on the mound throughout the season. Both players will advance to the national Academic All-America ballot, with winners announced later this month.

By the Numbers
  • Milam: 3.74 GPA, batted .296 with 49 RBIs and 53 runs.
  • Schmidt: 3.96 GPA, achieved a 4.22 ERA with 85 strikeouts in 64 innings.
State of Play
  • Milam had a notable ended of the season, hitting .367 over the last nine games.
  • Schmidt had a standout performance against South Carolina with 7 strikeouts in 6 innings.
What's Next

The pair will be evaluated for national Academic All-America honors on June 23, highlighting their dual achievements in athletics and academics.

Bottom Line

The recognition of Milam and Schmidt underscores the importance of combining academic success with athletic excellence, setting a strong example for student-athletes across the nation.