William Jewell College Athletics

One of the most decorated baseball players in program history, Ben Blanton was a four-year starter from 2002-2005, entering the Hall of Fame in his first year of eligibility. He earned four All-Conference selections, including three First Team honors and was named the conference and region Player of the Year twice. He was a All-America Second Team performer as a junior before earning a spot on the first team in his final season. In 2005, he was the recipient of the Cecil Martin Award as the Men's Athlete of the Year.