Michael Koval has been named SCCBL Pitcher of the Week by the media on Monday.
Koval dominated league rival High Desert Heat hurling 6.1 innings, while striking out 11 and only allowing one earned run.
In addition to those impressive numbers, Koval for season has put up even more impressive stats.
In 28.2 innings, he has struck out 41 batters, which is already the most strikeouts in a single season for any Pirate pitcher. Koval is also (2-0) and has a 1.26 ERA to go along with a 0.91 WHIP.