Evan Wilson, a standout player for the Richmond Spiders, has been recognized as the Atlantic 10 Conference Under Armour Baseball Rookie of the Week for the fourth time this season, earning the accolade on March 23 and again on April 20 and 28.
A Rookie’s Rise
His most memorable moment came when he launched a walk‑off grand slam in the 11th inning against George Washington, sealing a 10‑6 victory on Senior Day and delivering a dramatic finish that highlighted his clutch ability.
In the following game, Wilson contributed a single hit, drew two walks and crossed the plate three times, helping his team post a 13‑1 win that further cemented his impact on the lineup.
Across 39 appearances with 34 starts, Wilson is batting .344, has collected 42 hits — including 10 doubles and nine home runs — and is credited with 28 runs batted in, 33 runs scored, 22 walks, 12 hit‑by‑pitches, a 1.135 OPS and a .648 slugging percentage.
He has also added eight stolen bases to his stat line, underscoring his all‑around threat on the bases. The repeated weekly honor reflects not only his individual excellence but also the growing prominence of the Richmond program within the conference.