WAREHAM, Mass. — A new chapter is on the horizon for rising junior and current Wareham Gatemen middle infielder Kyuss Gargett.
After two years at the University of Kentucky, Gargett has decided to start fresh for his third collegiate season — this time at Texas Christian University.
“Kentucky was a great place with great people and coaches,” Gargett said. “Every day felt like a business trip. The SEC is just built differently — competing and working hard alongside guys at that level was a lot of fun. It was an incredible experience.”
As a freshman, Gargett saw limited playing time but used it as fuel.
“I didn’t play much my freshman year, but I saw it as a chance to learn as much as I could from the older guys. I focused on making the most of the opportunities I did get, and that really helped me grow mentally and better understand the game.”
Even with limited playing time, he was part of a historic run for the Wildcats, who made their first-ever appearance in the College World Series and captured the SEC Championship.
“Going to Omaha for the first time in program history was incredible. Being part of that team and winning the SEC championship made it an unforgettable experience. It was just a great time all around, and I’m grateful to have been part of it.”
During a fall exhibition game against Wright State in 2024, Gargett was pulled aside by head coach Austin Cousino with some exciting news.
“I was out there playing when coach Cousino came up to me and said, ‘Hey, you’re playing on the Cape this summer.’ I was like, ‘Oh, sweet — right on. I’m ready to go.’”
In his sophomore campaign, Gargett got his chance to play more. He put together his best collegiate season this past spring, appearing in a career-high 40 games.
He slashed .266/.343/.330, with three doubles, one home run and 17 RBIs — all of which helped prepare him for his upcoming summer in the Cape Cod Baseball League.
“I’m focused on getting my at-bats in, staying sharp on defense and just continuing to refine my game as much as I can. Being around these guys makes you better — we’re all pushing each other every day, and that’s what it’s all about. Consistency wins over time.”
Gargett continued to emphasize the talent across the league and the unique atmosphere that comes with it.
“Playing against and alongside these guys has been awesome — there’s a lot of talent out here. The atmosphere is special, and you can tell how much the locals care about this league. It’s more than just baseball; it really means something to the community. It’s been a lot of fun to be part of that.”
While weighing options for his upcoming junior season, Gargett benefited from his time in the Cape League, where he is currently slashing .270/.289/.405 through 11 games. He has recorded a triple and a home run and is tied for second on the Gatemen with seven RBIs.
“This league has definitely helped me a lot. Choosing to go to TCU and even having other schools reach out — that all came from playing well here. If you perform in the Cape, it opens a lot of doors for your future.”
As much as Gargett loved his time at Kentucky and the bonds he built along the way, it was time for a new chapter.
“I got a decent amount of playing time at Kentucky, but I’m looking for an opportunity to be an everyday guy at a strong program — somewhere we can compete to win a national championship and really showcase my skills.”
Gargett had multiple options when entering the transfer portal, including Houston, Texas Tech, West Virginia and Michigan, but ultimately chose TCU.
“The playing opportunity at TCU really stood out to me. They have a young group that’s likely to compete for a national championship next year, and if we can do that, it opens a lot of doors for our future. I also really like the coaching staff — coach Sarlo seems like a great guy, and I’d love the chance to play for him.”
While Gargett is a hardworking baseball player, he is equally focused on academics, aiming to maintain a 3.7 GPA or higher. Alongside his academic goals, he hopes to earn All-American honors during his time at TCU.
“I hope to grow in many ways, especially as a leader. I’m at the point where I need to step up for this young team and be the guy they can rely on for anything — to really help the team succeed. For me, success means us winning games, me playing every day and being the best I can to support the team. Being a Gold Glove-caliber shortstop and earning All-American honors would go a long way in helping the team.”
