Jackson Valverde, Hooten Named Pitcher/Hitter of the Week
March 4, 2025
The 2025 high school baseball season has officially kicked off, bringing with it a wave of standout performances across the state. Each week, coaches will nominate exceptional athletes for Pitcher and Hitter of the Week, from which we’ll select the top four candidates in each category for a public vote via a Twitter (X) poll. Fans will have the power to crown the weekly winners, while those nominees who don’t make the final cut will still receive recognition in our Weekly Top Performers article, published every Wednesday.
Pitcher of the Week: Week 3
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Joshua Jackson Valverde LHP / LARGO HIGH SCHOOL, FL / 2025Joshua Jackson Valverde has been named Florida’s High School Pitcher of the Week for Week 3 of the 2025 season, a recognition earned through his exemplary performance on the mound. Over the course of two outings, Valverde pitched 7 flawless innings, allowing no hits, no runs, and no walks while amassing an outstanding 15 strikeouts. Week 3 Stats: 7 IP, 0 H, 0 R, 0 BB, 15 K (2 Outings) |
Runners Up:
- Grayson Gibson (Calvary Christian) - 6 IP, 2 H, 0 R, 0 BB, 14 K
- Parker Hohnstock (West Orange) - 7 IP, 3 H, 0 R, 1 BB, 14 K
- Austin Stratmann (St. Johns Country Day) - 7 IP, 2 H, 0 R, 1 BB, 13 K
Hitter of the Week: Week 3
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Jake Hooten OF / GULF BREEZE HIGH SCHOOL, FL / 2025Jake Hooten, a 2025 graduate from Gulf Breeze High School, delivered an outstanding performance last week, earning him the title of Hitter of the Week in the state. Over the course of the week, Hooten went 6-for-14 at the plate, showcasing his power and consistency with four home runs, a double, nine RBIs, and five runs scored. His remarkable stat line highlights his ability to drive in runs and contribute significantly to his team’s success. Week 3 Stats: 6-14, 9 RBI, 4 HR, 2B, 5 R |
Runners Up:
- Cole Carnell (Clay) - 6-9, 5 RBI, 2 HR, 2 2B, 6 R
- Preston Cole (St. Johns Country Day) - 7-11, 5 RBI, 1 HR, 3 2B, 7 R
- Taggert Cameron (John Carroll) - 4-6, 6 RBI, 2 HR, 2B, 4 R