DALLAS, Texas - The National Collegiate Baseball Writers Association (NCBWA) released its NCAA Division II National Players of the Week awards for the week ending on April 14, 2024. William Jewell junior outfielder Evan Jilbert was named the National Hitter of the Week.

Jilbert, who is in his first season with the Cardinals, hit .650 (13-for-20) with a .680 on-base percentage in five games. He tallied five home runs and two doubles for a 1.500 slugging percentage. He drove in 18 runs and scored 12 runs, while registering four stolen bases and four walks. He highlighted his outstanding week with a 5-for-5 performance in third game against McKendree, recording three homers and seven RBI. He tied single-game program records for home runs and hits in NCAA era.

Jilbert is the first player this season from the Great Lakes Valley Conference (GLVC) to be named to the NCBWA Player of the Week for hitting or pitching. He was named at the GLVC Player of the Week on Monday for his performance. 

Founded in 1962, the NCBWA is dedicated to the advancement of college baseball. Membership is open to writers, broadcasters and publicists of the sport. Members receive a membership card, directory, newsletter updates and official votes in the Howser Award Player of the Year, Regional Player of the Year and NCBWA All-America voting. The NCBWA also sponsors preseason All-America awards, publication and writing contests.