Following dominant seasons and professional call-ups, Knights standouts Andrew Williamson and John Smith III secure prestigious honors celebrating their leadership and explosive offensive contributions to the program.

St. Louis Cardinals prospect Andrew Williamson broke his early minor league slump with a powerful leadoff blast, showcasing the explosive lefty swing that fueled his record-breaking UCF career.

Andrew Williamson and John Smith III are electrifying the diamond as they transition from UCF stars to professional powerhouses, delivering walk-off hits and home run spectacles.

Learn more about the trio of Knights selected in the 2026 MLB Draft, along with one undrafted free agent signing, and what their outlooks are with their new organizations.

UCF outfielder Andrew Williamson was selected in the second round of this weekend’s Major League Baseball Draft by the St. Louis Cardinals. Williamson, who played three seasons with the Knights, was selected 68th overall. Related Articles UCF football picked to finish 14th in Big 12 media poll UCF’s Johnny Dawkins discusses Knights’ offseason moves UCF position preview: Fresh faces set to step ...

Outfielders Andrew Williamson (UCF) and Caden Ferraro (Texas Tech) and infielder Dee Kennedy (Kansas State) were three of the position players the Cardinals selected on Day 1 of the MLB Draft. The Cards also took West Virginia pitcher Dawson Montesa at No. 72.