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Two Texas Longhorns earn spots on Perfect Game's Freshman All-American Team
Two Texas Longhorns earn spots on Perfect Game's Freshman All-American Team Longhorns stars Adrian Rodriguez and Dylan Volantis earn special honors
During the 2025 campaign, Texas Longhorns baseball got contributions from everyone on the roster. While they were mainly led by upperclassmen, two freshmen, Adrian Rodriguez and Dylan Volantis, made their mark. The talented duo added to their trophy cases this week, earning Perfect Game Freshman All-America honors.
In their freshman seasons, Rodriguez and Volantis showed they can be key pieces going forward. Volantis shined on the mound, while Rodriguez was a hits machine and welcoming source of consistency.
With Volantis in the bullpen, Texas had one of the best relievers in the country. The California native posted a 1.94 ERA in 51 innings while striking out 74 batters. He also etched himself into the record books with 11 saves in conference play, tied for the most in SEC history. Due to his stellar play, he was named the National Freshman Pitcher of the Year by the Collegiate Baseball Writers Association.
As Volantis excelled on the mound, Rodriguez was a human highlight reel with the bat. He finished the 2025 campaign with a .313 batting average and 23 RBI. He also showed off his speed with 15 stolen bases, tied for the team lead.
The Flower Mound High school product also provided value with his versatility. He saw time at third base, designated hitter and got some reps in the outfield. That allowed the Longhorns to get his bat in the lineup, often in a tough SEC conference. Regardless of the position or opponent, Rodriguez was one of the Longhorns' best players.
Volantis and Rodriguez also helped the Longhorns join unique company. They were one of three programs with multiple selections to Perfect Game's Freshman All-America team.
While expectations will be higher next year, the Longhorns' future is bright, with Volantis and Rodriguez leading the way.
