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\nWaterloo, IA – The Waterloo Bucks, a member of the Northwoods League, have announced the signing of outfielder Will Sparks to their roster for the 2013 season. Sparks, a junior at the University of Washington, is the ninth position player added to Waterloo’s roster for the team’s 19th<\/sup> season.<\/span><\/span><\/divre>\n
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Last summer, Sparks played for the Bend Elks of the West Coast League where he won the league’s batting title with a .392 average. The 6’4”, 225-pounder earned first team All-League honors, finishing the season with two home runs and 23 RBI.<\/span><\/span>
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"I’m really looking forward to playing with the Bucks,” said Sparks. “I’ve heard great things about Waterloo and can’t wait for this summer."<\/span><\/span>
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This year for Washington, Sparks is hitting .237 in 15 games. The Saratoga, California native owns a .342 slugging percentage in 38 at bats.<\/span><\/span>
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“We couldn’t be happier to add a player with Will’s ability to the Bucks roster for 2013,” said Bucks coach Brandon Hunt. “Will has a great frame and has proven himself to be a solid addition to our outfield unit with his play at the University of Washington.” <\/span> <\/span><\/span>\n <\/span><\/span><\/divre><\/p>\n

Last season for the Huskies, Sparks appeared in 15 games, mainly as a pinch hitter, pinch runner, and defensive replacement in right field. Sparks hit .182 with one stolen base in 11 at bats.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

\nBorn January 17, 1992, Sparks attended Bellarmine Prep High School where he hit .355 with 24 RBI as a senior. For his efforts, Sparks was named a second team All-WCAL player and earned an All-State nomination. Will is the son of Tim & Karen Sparks. <\/span><\/span><\/divre>\n
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The Bucks will open the 2013 season at home versus the St. Cloud Rox on May 29. Season tickets, group outings, and single-game tickets are currently on sale. For more information, call the Bucks’ Ticket Line at (319) 232-5633. Fans are encouraged to stay in touch with the Bucks in the off-season by utilizing their website at <\/span><\/span>www.waterloobucks.com<\/span><\/span><\/a>.<\/span><\/span>
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