Boardman's  Tyler Kirlik will continue his academic and athletic career at West Liberty University, where he plans to major in Environmental Stewardship, following an outstanding high school baseball career.

A three-year letter winner, Kirlik made an immediate impact on the Spartan baseball program, earning a starting role on junior varsity as a freshman before quickly advancing to varsity. Since then, he has been a consistent presence in the middle of the lineup, in the infield, and on the mound.

Over the past two varsity seasons, Kirlik has compiled a .336 batting average with a .467 on-base percentage, along with 24 runs scored and 18 RBIs. On the mound, he owns a career 2.19 ERA with five wins and 61 strikeouts. His accomplishments include First Team All-All-American Conference and All-District honors.