AMARILLO, Texas (KFDA) - Palo Duro baseball standout Jabrelyn Wilson made his college dreams official by signing his National Letter of Intent to continue his career at Bethany College.
In a packed room, Wilson signed to take his talents to Lindsborg, Kansas, to play for the Swedes.
Over the course of his career, Wilson has been a versatile presence on the diamond, seeing action in multiple positions and earning all-district honors as an outfielder, utility player and second baseman for the Dons.
Coach praises Wilson’s character and leadership
Palo Duro head coach Tyson Wormsbaker praised Wilson as one of the most influential players in the program’s history.
“Jabrelyn Wilson is just a fantastic young man. He’s one of the greatest students and just people I’ve ever been around as a coach and a teacher in my 21 years as doing this,” the Wormsbaker said.
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The coach said Wilson has lifted the program since his freshman year.
“Jabrelyn has, from day one, has came in and just lifted our program up from the very start. Even as a freshman, he earned his way on the varsity and became a starting left fielder and an infielder,” he said.
Selfless attitude defines Wilson’s approach
The coach highlighted Wilson’s team-first mentality.
“He does whatever he needs to do to help the team win. He’s not selfish in any way,” he said.
Wilson was recently named team captain, an honor the coach has only bestowed twice in 21 years.
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“About a month or two ago, I decided to name him captain of the team, which I’ve only done twice in my 21 years as a coach. Named the captain, but he is one of those that has deserved it,” the coach said.
The coach said Wilson’s leadership extends beyond the field.
“He coaches the kids like a coach. He supports the kids like a mentor and a friend. He’s just all about making the team the best it can be and our family the best it can be. He is so selfless in that way,” he said.
Campus visit influences decision
Wilson said he chose to become a Swede because of the welcoming environment from the campus and coaches.
“I had a visit back in October, we went during their Little Swedish Festival, the town was real welcoming, I like how the college is, everything is in walking distance, it’s roughly about 800 students,” Wilson said.
Wilson said the coach’s dedication impressed him during the recruiting process.
“Whenever I spoke to the coach, the coach was real welcoming, he showed me his dedication on how much he really wanted me,” he said.
Credits high school coaching staff
Wilson credited his high school coaching staff, saying their guidance and direction during his time at Palo Duro helped shape and develop him as a player going into the next level.
“I want to thank all my coaches, Coach Wormsbaker, Coach Salmon, and Coach Love, they’ve put all their time into me I can really say,” Wilson said. “I remember stepping in as a freshman, trying to fight for my opportunity to play and I’ve been a varsity starter ever since.”
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