Austin Wiegandt is a fresh-armed, power-throwing freshman who’s already flashing weekend-starter stuff for Charleston
In the 2026 season, Austin Wiegandt has quickly become a useful two-way weapon for the Cougars, showing a live right arm and the confidence to attack quality lineups in big spots. He’s been particularly sharp in relief and spot starts, including a 4.0-inning outing with 6 strikeouts against South Carolina and a 3.2-inning, 5-strikeout win over North Carolina A&T, while his prep profile highlighted a loose arm, athletic frame, and mid-to-upper-80s fastball with developing off-speed feel. The fit? Intriguing—he brings upside, versatility, and mound toughness, even if the polish is still catching up to the tools.
