Junior Carson Kerce has been named a semifinalist for the Brooks Wallace Player of the Year Award, recognizing the top shortstop in collegiate baseball. He leads Division I with 22 doubles and has the sixth highest OPS among shortstops nationally. This season, Kerce boasts impressive batting statistics with a .383 average, .476 on-base percentage, and .638 slugging. His strong performance contributes greatly to Georgia Tech's outstanding season as he has started all 40 games at shortstop. This marks a historic moment as it's the first time Georgia Tech has had semifinalists in back-to-back seasons.

By the Numbers
  • Kerce leads Division I with 22 doubles this season.
  • He has a 1.114 OPS, ranking sixth among all shortstops in the nation.
State of Play
  • Kerce has started all 40 games of the season at shortstop.
  • He is recognized as one of six ACC shortstops on the semifinalist list.
What's Next

The Brooks Wallace Award will be presented later this year, potentially culminating in Kerce receiving recognition for his outstanding season. Continued strong performances could enhance his chances for not only the award but also future professional opportunities.

Bottom Line

Carson Kerce's achievements in this season highlight not only his personal talent but also elevate Georgia Tech baseball's profile. His semifinalist status indicates a pivotal moment for the program and could catalyze future success in college baseball.