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The 2018 spring high school season in Virginia/DC generated some incredible individual moments and performances throughout all corners of the state. As the spring high school season comes to a close, Prep Baseball Report is excited to announce one player who emerged ahead of the competition at all levels in the state of Virginia. This player has been selected not only for their outstanding statistical numbers, but also for their overall effect on their high school program.

 

Wesley Clarke C Liberty Christian 2018

Clarke, a senior Catcher from Liberty Christian Academy, produced a strong statistical season while helping lead his team to the No. 1 ranking in the Virginia Power 25 during the regular season.

The 6-foot-3, 200-pound Clarke signed with South Carolina and was recently selected by the Milwaukee Brewers in the 40th round of the MLB draft.

Clarke's all-around performance, as well as the impact he has had on Liberty Christian Academy, has earned him the 2018 Prep Baseball Report Virginia/DC State Player of the Year honors.

Clarke has been selected by Virginia/DC Director Jerry Shank and the team of area scouts who covered the high school baseball season throughout the spring. The Prep Baseball Report staff has been diligently scouting and covering baseball games at baseball diamonds across the state this spring to bring parents, athletes and fans the most comprehensive coverage of amateur baseball across the United States. The dedication and coverage allow Prep Baseball Report a credible way to identify the top athletes each year who best represent the state of Virginia and the District of Columbia

VIRGINIA/DC PLAYER OF THE YEAR

Name: Wesley Clarke

High School: Liberty Christian Academy

Position: C

Size: 6-3 200 lbs.

College: South Carolina

Draft: 40th Rd. Milwaukee Brewers

Stats: (18 Games) .571 BA, 14 HR, 31 RBI, .646 OBP, 1.591 SLG, HR every 3.5 AB

PAST PLAYER OF THE YEAR WINNERS

2017 - Andrew Abbott LHP Halifax HS 2017