Houck honored by SEC

COLUMBIA - Missouri freshman pitcher Tanner Houck was selected the Southeastern Conference Pitcher of the Week on Monday.

Houck earned the honor after pitching eight innings in Saturday's 10-1 win against the Florida Gators at Taylor Stadium. He retired 21 of the first 22 batters he faced, allowing a run on four hits while striking out six.

Reggie McClain of Missouri has won the pitching award three times this season.

Missouri (22-11) is back in action with a three-game series starting Thursday against Tennessee in Knoxville, Tenn.