100 Days to Football Time in Oklahoma 2025: #95 Austin Welch
Posted on: May 27, 2025
Noteworthy Numbers
2017-2021 – Isaiah Thomas
1978-1981 – Johnnie Lewis
Player Profile
Position: Kicker
Height: 5’10”
Weight: 177
Class: Redshirt Senior
Seasons at OU: 0
Hometown: Georgetown, Ky.
Previous School: Kennesaw State University
The Path to Norman
Austin Welch was one of several former Kennesaw State players to join the Sooners after the 2024 season. Welch was a Kentucky high school product before spending three seasons at Eastern Kentucky. He played in just one game over those seasons before transferring to Kennesaw State for the 2024 season. While there, he played in all 12 games, handling place kicking and kickoffs. After the season, he transferred to OU.
Excited to announce my commitment to the University of Oklahoma! @Coach_Deak @CoachVenables
Big thanks to @_Mike_McCabe and @OneOnOneKicking for the work on and off the field.
Grateful for this opportunity and excited to get to work!
BOOMER! https://t.co/PWPRQlqJvO
— Austin Welch (@AWelch_16) January 2, 2025
Career so Far
Welch spent three years at Eastern Kentucky. He took a redshirt season in 2021 and saw his lone action in 2023 for one game.
In 2024, Welch played in all 12 games for Kennesaw State. The kicker handled kickoffs and place kicking was recognized as an All-CUSA Honorable Mention.
Stats
Years: 2024 | 2023 | Career
Games Played: 12 | 1 | 13
Extra Points: 20/21
Field Goals: 14/18
Stats via Soonersports.com
This Season
The Sooners will have a new look at kicker this fall, with three transfers and a true freshman. Tate Sandell (UTSA) looks ready to start at the spot, but Welch will battle to share some of the kicking duties for OU.
