Week Five: Players of the Week

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Week Five: Players of the Week

Joplin's Zahradnik and Texarkana’s Kelley Take Home Weekly Honors

The Mid-America League is proud to announce its Players of the Week, recognizing standout performances from the mound and the plate. This week’s honors go to Ty Zahradnik of the Joplin Outlaws and Jay Kelley of the Texarkana Rhinos.

Pitcher of the Week: Ty Zahradnik 

Team: Joplin Outlaws

Hometown: Keller, TX

College: UT-Arlington

Hailing from Keller, TX, Ty Zahradnik was lights out in his most recent outing. Zahradnik threw a dominant 7 innings, allowing just 3 hits and 1 earned run while striking out 9 and walking only 2. He picked up the win and finished the week with a sharp 1.29 ERA, helping lead the Outlaws to another strong showing on the hill.

Hitter of the Week: Jay Kelley 

Team: Texarkana Rhinos

Hometown: Dallas, TX

At the plate, Dallas native Jay Kelley delivered an offensive clinic for Texarkana, batting an impressive .500 on the week with 12 hits, 7 runs scored, and 9 RBIs. Kelley added 3 doubles and posted a strong 1.100 OPS, providing a consistent spark to the Rhinos’ lineup and proving to be a tough out for opposing pitchers.

The Mid-America League congratulates both players for their outstanding performances and looks forward to more high-level competition as the summer rolls on.

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About the Mid-America League:
Founded in 2024, the Mid-America League is a collegiate summer baseball league committed to delivering high-quality, community-focused baseball. Featuring top-tier college talent from across the country, the league offers players the opportunity to compete in a professional-style environment while staying connected to the communities they represent.