FORT WORTH, Texas – Corey Stansell, a senior at Weatherford High School, has signed a national letter of intent to play baseball at Texas Wesleyan University next season, announced head coach Mike Jeffcoat on Friday.

Stansell, a 6’-1” shortstop, batted .365 with 1 home run and 14 runs batted in for the Kangaroos as a junior last season, and was named to the all-district first team. He also stole 16 bases without being caught.

“He’s a great middle infielder,” said Weatherford head coach Lew Prestidge. “He’s quick, with great hands, and can handle the bat.”

Jeffcoat agreed. “Corey has the skills to step in and compete for a middle infielder’s position right away. He’s got good range, soft hands, and a strong arm, and that’s what it’s all about defensively. He’s going to be an excellent addition to the Wesleyan family, both on and off the field.”

A two-sport star, Stansell was also named to the all-district football first-team as a wide receiver and received all-state honorable mention as a punter. Academically, he ranks in the top 20 % of his high school class.

“He’s a quality young man who excels on the field and in the classroom,” said Prestidge. “He’s always wanted to go on and play at the next level, and everyone here is excited that he’s getting that opportunity. We know he’s going to be successful.”