Wake Forest baseball’s junior shortstop, Marek Houston, has been named the ACC Player of the Week following an outstanding Opening Weekend performance. Houston played a key role in leading the Demon Deacons to a historic offensive start, putting up incredible numbers at the plate.
Houston’s Standout Performance
Houston had a near-perfect weekend, going 10-for-14 (.714) at the plate. His offensive firepower included 13 RBIs and 11 runs scored over four games against LIU and Marist. The junior’s contributions helped Wake Forest achieve a program-first: scoring 10+ runs in the first four games of a season.
Notably, Houston hit home runs in each of the first three games, showcasing his power early in the season. He finished the weekend with a stellar 3-for-3 performance on Sunday, racking up four runs, a double, and matching his career-high of four RBIs.
Dominating National and ACC Leaderboards
After just one week of play, Houston ranks among the best in the ACC and nationally in multiple offensive categories. His impressive statistics place him at or near the top in several key metrics:
| Stat | Value | ACC Rank | National Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| Walks | 5 | 2 | 19 |
| Batting Average | .714 | 2 | 5 |
| Hits | 10 | 1 | 2 |
| Home Runs | 3 | 1 | 3 |
| On-Base Percentage | .789 | 1 | 4 |
| Runs | 11 | 1 | 1 |
| RBIs | 13 | 1 | 2 |
| Slugging Percentage | 1.429 | 2 | 13 |
| Total Bases | 20 | 1 | 3 |
With his all-around offensive dominance, Houston has established himself as one of the top hitters in college baseball early in the season.
What’s Next for Houston and Wake Forest?
Houston and the Wake Forest Demon Deacons will look to continue their hot start as they hit the road to face UNCG. The game is scheduled for 5 p.m. ET on ESPN+. Given his current form, all eyes will be on Houston as he looks to build on his incredible opening week.
Houston’s standout weekend not only helped Wake Forest make history but also cemented his place as one of the most exciting players to watch this season. If he continues at this pace, he could be in for a record-breaking year.
