Walker Jenkins is an American baseball outfielder, currently playing college baseball with the North Carolina Tar Heels, representing the University of North Carolina.
Born on February 19, 2005, Jenkins attended South Brunswick High School in Southport, North Carolina, and picked up baseball there. He batted an impressive .527 with ten home runs, forty RBIs, 13 doubles, and 18 stolen bases as a junior in 2022. Named the Gatorade North Carolina Baseball Player of the Year for his sublime form, Jenkins was ranked number one among the top high schoolers in the 2023 MLB Draft this spring. Jenkins finished his senior year with a .480 batting average and 32 runs scored.
Built at a strong 6-foot-3 frame and a quick left-handed stroke, Jenkins is a proven big hitter who can quickly turn on quality fastballs and launch them out of the park to right field. His sweet swing and ability to make consistent hard contacts make him a daunting prospect in the making.
Already a USA Baseball Under-18 National Team member, Jenkins is widely expected to be a first-round pick come the 2023 MLB draft. The top prospect went fourth overall to the Texas Rangers in the latest mock draft on MLB.com.
Walker Jenkins High School
Walker Jenkins attended South Brunswick High School in Southport, North Carolina.
Walker Jenkins's High School Career
Walker Jenkins had an incredible high school career, with a more than impressive resume to show for it. He finished off on a .487 average, 53 RBIs, and 78 runs in 49 games played.
Jenkins was a remarkable student-athlete and had an exceptional high school experience as per reports.
FAQs
A. Walker Jenkins is an American baseball outfielder currently plying his trade with the North Carolina Tar Heels college baseball team.
A. Walker Jenkins was born to Tana and Clay Jenkins on February 19, 2005.
A. Walker Jenkins, South baseball senior is currently signed with the North Carolina Tar Heels where he plays college baseball.
A. No, Walker Jenkins, has not played in any professional baseball leagues and is currently plying his trade with the North Carolina Tar Heels baseball team.
