UTSA's Freshman Ace Dominates with 1.38 ERA and Career-High 6.2 Innings
Jake Qualia, a 6'1", 208-lb right-handed pitcher for UTSA, is a data-driven standout in the 2026 season with a stellar 1.38 ERA, 86 strikeouts, and 7 wins, guiding UTSA to its first American Conference sweep. His differentiators include a max fastball velocity of 87 mph, elite stamina (career-high 6.2 innings), and a fierce intensity level that elevates team performance. As a former District 4-5A Pitcher of the Year and Newcomer of the Year from Lubbock Cooper HS, Qualia brings a winning personality, no injury history, and a clutch mindset. Why care? He's a reliable, high-intensity freshman ace who fits any team needing a dominant starter with proven leadership and elite stats.
