Riley McKnight, a sophomore, is also in his second season at Sam Houston State. McKnight appeared in 56 games (31 starts) as a freshman while compiling a .298 batting average with a pair of doubles and 15 RBI's. McKnight used his speed effectively with 11 stolen bases in 12 attempts and was third in the conference in bunts with nine on the season. McKnight was also clutch when it mattered in 2016, hitting .347 in conference games which was second on the team.