This month's athlete spotlight focuses on Beau Stoker. Stoker plays third base and
bats third for the Monarchs.
He's a left handed hitter with a lot of power and is very knowledgeable of the game. Stoker has very good baseball instincts on the field.
Stoker attended Bishop Ward High School in Kansas City, KS where he was drafted in the 18th round of the MLB Draft by the Minnesota Twins. He is dedicated to the game of baseball on and off the field.
He works extremely hard in the weight room and puts a lot of extra time in at the Sports Training Center hitting, fielding, and throwing.
In honor of former Monarch and U.S. Navy SEAL Matt Mason, MCC-Maple Woods awards a scholarship each year to two baseball players currently with the team.
The first recipients of the award are sophomore outfielders, roommates, and Missouri locals Ryan Cooper and Will Carter. The award is presented to players who not only exhibit athletic prowess on the field but who are also leaders and outstanding citizens off the field.
Ryan Cooper, who is also a catcher in addition to playing outfield, is from Owensville, Mo.
"Ryan is a very dedicated young man both on and off the field," said assistant coach Justin Munson.
"He displays leadership qualities, and is the type of person that people follow because of his work ethic and dedication. Ryan is a very talented young man and with a bright future."
Will Carter, roommate and fellow outfielder, is from St. Joseph, Mo.
"Will is a tough-nosed kid that always gives 110 percent all day, every day," said Munson.
"He has a positive attitude, and leads both vocally and by example. Will dedicates every day to getting better and it shows on and off the field."
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