Alex Canney Announced as SSC Pitcher of the Week

MELBOURNE, Fla. - University of Tampa junior baseball player Alex Canney has been recognized as the Sunshine State Conference Pitcher of the Week. The league office named Canney as its recipient on Monday.

Canney earns Pitcher of the Week honors following his second appearance in 2024. The Valrico, Florida native started Tampa's series opener against No. 12 Newberry, earning the win in an 8-1 Spartans victory.

The junior righty hurled 5.0 innings, allowing three hits, no walks, and one unearned run. Canney struck out five hitters, including two looking, as he held opposing hitters to a .200 average. This week's accolade is the fifth of his career.

Sunshine State Conference Athletes of the Week are chosen from a pool of nominees for their performances during the week of February 5 - 11, 2024. Athletic Communication Directors of member institutions nominate athletes.

2024 SSC Baseball Award Winners (Player; Pitcher)