Came closer to home for his final collegiate season, making 16 appearances (eight starts) with the Utes.
Finished with a 1-1 record in 47.2 innings pitched, striking out 30 batters.
Delivered a solid start in his Utah debut, allowing just one run on four hits in a win at Pepperdine (Feb. 17).
Took a no-hitter into the seventh inning against CSU Bakersfield (Feb. 26) and struck out four in eight innings of work, but received a no-decision.
Pitched three innings of two-hit, shutout ball in the win over Utah Valley (April 16).
Tossed another three innings with two strikeouts and no walks during the rubber game vs. Washington (April 21).
Prior to Utah
Spent the 2021-23 seasons in St. George at Utah Tech, where he made 49 career appearances (36 starts).
Ranked eighth in NCAA-era program history in walks allowed per nine innings (2.62).
Had a 15-9 record with the Trailblazers in 202.2 innings pitched, striking out 142 batters.
Threw a complete game during the 2021 season.
Prior to College
All-Conference and All-State selection played scholastically at Tooele High School under head coach Nolan Stouder.
Led his region in strikeouts as a junior while also hitting .370.
Personal
Son of Eric and Kathleen Porthan.
Brother, Shawn, was an outfielder at CSU San Bernardino.
Enjoys snowboarding, fishing and cooking.
Porthan on the U
“I chose the University of Utah because it will allow me to fill my dreams of playing in the Pac-12. It will also be very nice being closer to home and my family during the year.”