Isaac Lopez

In this episode of Saddle Up, we spotlight Isaac Lopez, a standout graduate student for the UTRGV Vaqueros baseball team and a proud Vela High School alum from Edinburg. Isaac has consistently impressed this season, earning recognition as a semifinalist for the Brooks Wallace Award, which honors the top shortstops in the nation.UTRGV AthleticsFrom the stat sheet to the spotlight:Isaac is ranked 68th in the NCAA in hits per game (1.47) and 5th in the Southland Conference, while also posting a .347 batting average. UTRGV AthleticsHe has delivered 22 multi-hit games and contributed 12 multi-RBI performances this year. In our chat, Isaac opens up about:His roots in Edinburg and journey from Vela to Division IThe training and mindset behind his breakout seasonWhat it means to be named among the top shortstops in the country.His goals—both for the rest of the season and beyond baseballThis is a must-watch for Vaquero fans, baseball lovers, and anyone who appreciates hard work paying off on the diamond.