Texas State Athletics

Previous School: Played for Howard Junior College and head coach Britt Smith … helped team to a 45-10 record and fifth place finish in the region … earned first team all-region accolades as a pitcher.

High School: Attended Duncan High School in Duncan, Okla., where he played for head coach Darren Briggs … led team to a 33-10 record and fourth place finish in the state as a senior while earning co-player of the year honors in the district … earned district pitcher of the year accolades following junior season … named district newcomer of the year as a sophomore … also played football.

Personal: Son of Dwain and Dodie King … born on August 26 … has three siblings: Dustin, Brandon and Regan … brother, Dustin, played in the minor leagues for the Baltimore Orioles … major is exercise and sport science.