Lincoln Memorial's Elliott Named 2019 ABCA/Rawlings NCAA Division II National Pitcher of the Year

Lincoln Memorial All-American left-handed pitcher, Ethan Elliott has been named the 2019 American Baseball Coaches Association (ABCA)/Rawlings NCAA Division II National Pitcher of the Year. 

Elliott, a tenth round draft pick by the San Diego Padres in the 2019 draft, finished the year with a 12-2 record, fanning 134 batters with a 2.23 ERA in 92.2 innings. He finished his storied career at LMU ranked first in career ERA (3.01), wins (37), starts (54), innings pitched (358) and strikeouts (402).

About ABCA
The ABCA, founded in 1945, is the primary professional organization for baseball coaches at the amateur level. Its over 11,000 members represent all 50 states and 23 countries. Since its initial meeting of 27 college baseball coaches in June 1945, Association membership has broadened to include eight divisions: NCAA Division I, II and III, NAIA, NJCAA, Pacific Association Division, High School and Youth. The 76th annual ABCA Convention will be held Jan. 2-5, 2020 in Nashville, Tennessee.

About Rawlings
Rawlings Sporting Goods Company, Inc. is an innovative manufacturer and marketer of sporting goods worldwide. Founded in 1887, Rawlings is an authentic global sports brand, trusted by generations of athletes of all skill levels. Rawlings' unparalleled quality and expert craftsmanship are the fundamental reasons why more professional athletes, national governing bodies and sports leagues choose Rawlings. Rawlings is the Official Ball Supplier and Batting Helmet of Major League Baseball®, the official baseball of Minor League Baseball™ and the NCAA®, and an approved baseball, basketball, football and softball of the National High School Federation®. For more information, please visit Rawlings.com or by phone at (314) 819-2800.