Kentucky baseball may see return of class of 2022 pitchers
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 22, 2026, 10:05 AM
Last updated Aug 22, 2026
Ira Austin IV and Jackson Soucie are potentially returning to the Kentucky baseball program, as reported by Derek Terry. Both players have played in independent professional leagues and are exploring options to come back for another season. Austin, a right-handed pitcher, had a 7.63 ERA over 15.1 innings while Soucie, a left-handed pitcher, posted a 3.48 ERA across 20.2 innings in 2026. Their return could bolster Kentucky’s bullpen heading into the 2027 season.
- •Ira Austin IV and Jackson Soucie are exploring eligibility options.
- •Austin had 25 appearances with a 7.63 ERA in 2026.
- •Soucie made 24 appearances and posted a 3.48 ERA last season.
- •Austin transferred from New Orleans; Soucie from South Carolina.
- •Their return could help strengthen Kentucky’s pitching staff.
- 10:05 AMYahoo Sports — Kentucky baseball potentially returning class of 2022 pitchers
"Ira Austin IV and Jackson Soucie could be returing for another year at Kentucky.
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