ALTON - Marquette Catholic High School senior Will Fahnestock has been recognized for both his academic and athletic accomplishments, earning a spot on the Class 2A All-State Baseball Team by the Illinois High School Baseball Coaches Association (IHSBCA).
Fahnestock, who held a 4.782 GPA and has completed 29 college dual credit hours, has been an active participant in school activities throughout his four years at Marquette Catholic.
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He has served on the Student Council, participated in the Breast Cancer Awareness Club, and competed on both the boys' soccer and baseball teams. His athletic honors include two All-Conference soccer selections, one All-Conference baseball honor, and All-Sectional Academic recognition for soccer.
Will is a Tucker's Automotive Male Athlete of the Month for the Explorers.
On the baseball field, Fahnestock posted impressive statistics this season, batting .476 with 49 hits in 103 at-bats, a .557 on-base percentage, seven doubles, two triples, and two home runs. He struck out only six times and maintained a .995 fielding percentage with just one error. His performance contributed to his selection to the All-State team.
In addition to his athletic and academic achievements, Fahnestock recently received the John Halloran Leadership Award, which is presented annually to a male and female senior athlete who demonstrate leadership, scholastic achievement, and outstanding character both on and off the field.
He plans to pursue a mechanical engineering degree career. He is the son of Tim and Amy Fahnestock and attended St. Mary’s School in Alton. He is also a fourth-generation student at Marquette Catholic.
Reflecting on his son’s high school career, the Explorers' retired baseball coach Tim Fahnestock said, “I sat down and reflected about his four years - I was very happy for him about his performance. He had a really good year. He is a fine young man and was also a good catcher.”
Will Fahnestock’s combination of academic excellence, leadership, and athletic skill exemplifies the qualities recognized by Marquette Catholic and the IHSBCA.
