Ole Miss Baseball Catcher, Former Prized Prospect Enters the Transfer Portal

Ole Miss catcher Campbell Smithwick will enter the NCAA Transfer Portal after two seasons in Oxford, he revealed via social media on Wednesday.

Smithwick, who saw frequent playing time for the Rebels during the 2025 season, is the first significant loss for the program this offseason.

He saw action in 40 games this past season for Ole Miss where he earned 27 starts in a mix of catcher and designated hitter.

In 110 at-bats during the 2025 season, Smithwick had a .282 batting average with 31 hits for 23 runs batted in and five home runs.

TRANSFER: @OleMissBSB C Campbell Smithwick has entered the Transfer Portal. Smithwick played in 70 games for the Rebels over the last two seasons, most recently hitting .282 with 5 HR and 23 RBIs.

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— Kendall Rogers (@KendallRogers) June 11, 2025

Smithwick also showcased his power with five doubles while scoring 20 runs. He drew 17 walks and struck out 33 times this past season.

Ole Miss will likely return Kentucky transfer, and weekend starter, Austin Fawley at catcher for the 2026 season with Smithwick now exploring other options.

Who's hit the portal this offseason for the Rebels?

The Transfer Portal Departures [5]: Ole Miss Edition

Cole Ketchum: Pitcher

Ole Miss right-handed pitcher Cole Ketchum entered the NCAA Transfer Portal after three seasons in Oxford, he revealed via social media last week.

The talented Mississippi native made an impression as a true freshman in 2023 after making 15 appearances.

Ketchum worked 19 total innings while striking out 13 batters.

He made his collegiate debut against Arkansas State where he worked one a hitless inning, and from there, did not allow a run through his first four appearances.

After a solid 2023 campaign, Ketchum did not see any action during both his sophomore and redshirt-sophomore seasons in 2024 and 2025.

Now, the Magnolia State native will hit the free agent market in search of a new home.

Jackson Miller: Infielder

Infielder Jackson Miller entered the NCAA Transfer Portal after one season in Oxford, he revealed via social media last week.

The former Top-200 prospect in the 2024 Recruiting Cycle signed with the Rebels out of high school after selecting Ole Miss over a myriad of programs.

Now, after just one year in the Magnolia State, Miller will depart and enter the free agent market.

“After much thought and consideration I’ve decided to enter the transfer portal,” Miller wrote on social media. “I’m thankful for my time at Ole Miss and excited for the next opportunity in my college baseball journey.”

During his high school campaign, Miller led Benjamin (Fla.) High School to a state title during his senior season while hitting .475.

He was named Sun Sentinel Player of the Year for the second time after handling business during his time in the Sunshine State.

Other Departures:
- Tyler Acevedo: Infielder
- Hudson Mattox: Pitcher

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