Jackson Stanek (St. Rita, 2024; Southwestern Illinois JC) has undoubtedly been one of the top contributors in the Mustangs’ lineup so far this year, helping them to a 22-10 overall record as they now sit at No. 18 in our Power 25. This past week was arguably his best of the season, finishing 6-for-10 with two home runs, 11 RBIs, six runs scored and four walks. For his efforts, Stanek has been named this week’s Player of the Week.

His week started in a tough 12-4 loss to No. 10 at the time Providence Catholic, but he was one of the bright spots on the day for the Mustangs; finishing 2-for-3 with a double and an RBI.

They bounced back with a dominant 19-8 win over Homewood-Flossmoor on Tuesday and Stanek was once again right in the middle of the offensive production, going 2-for-3 on the day with a double and three RBIs.

He only started to gain more steam as the week went on, finishing 1-for-1 with a grand slam, five RBIs and a walk in a 25-1 victory over Westmont.

Stanek capped his stellar week off going 1-for-2 with a home run, two RBIs, three runs scored and two walks in a 16-15 loss to Lincoln-Way East on Saturday. 

On the season, Stanek is now hitting a team-best .484 with four home runs, 10 doubles and 38 RBIs. 

Listed at 6-foot-1, 225-pounds, Stanek provides all sorts of power from the left side of the plate, reaching up to 100 mph for his max EV in-event with a 378’ max distance. His operation is simple, yet strong while staying through the zone for a long time, and he looks to profile as a middle of the order type bat at the next level.

We're thankful for the POTW submissions we received from the coaches across the state. The players who garnered POTW consideration will earn a place within tomorrow's Diamond Notes story, so be on the lookout for that.

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