TUCSON, Ariz. - University of Arizona relief pitcher Garrett Hicks was named to the National Collegiate Baseball Writers Association (NCBWA) Stopper of the Year Midseason Watch List, the organization announced Wednesday.

After losing the reigning NCBWA Stopper of the Year, Tony Pluta, prior to the start of the season, Hicks has stepped into the role and has been sensational for the Wildcats.

The senior leads the team with a 2.35 ERA, and he is tied for first in the Big 12 in saves this season (6). Hicks has a record of 3-1 on the mound and has recorded 22 strikeouts across 23.0 innings.  

He has been exceptional as of late, surrendering just one run and seven hits throughout his last eight appearances for Arizona (14.2 IP). 

The Wildcats return to the field on Thursday night at 6 p.m. to commence a three-game series against BYU.