1. Why did you decide to sign with Nicholls State University?

After weighing my options and comparing the good vs. bad I decided Nicholls State had the best offer for me. I will be starting as a true freshman at linebacker and special teams. I am close to home so there are no out of state fees. The school is smaller; therefore I will get more one-on-one time with the coaching staff. The coaches are genuinely concerned with my academics and overall it was the best pick for me. I feel like it was a win-win situation. I get to play as a freshman and I have a full scholarship.

2. Describe the excitement you feel about becoming a college student-athlete?

I cannot describe how excited I am to be able to continue playing football at the next level. This is something I live for and to go to the next level is just wonderful. I can’t sleep sometimes thinking about it. I am ready to get on campus and get started.

3. What advice would you give to other athletes looking to get recruited?

I would say first and foremost keep your grades up. Be a student first and then an athlete. I would say stay humble and sincere about playing ball; respect your coaches and the game. Be a good leader and example for your teammates. Stay focused and in shape.

4. Who has been the biggest influence in your sports career and why?

My coach Michael Roach. He took me under his wing and basically nurtured me. He made sure I kept my grades up and stayed focused. He spent a lot of extra time with me getting me into good football camps and getting me exposed to the right people. He was there even if I just needed a man to talk tom, being that I am raised in a single parent home by my mother who did a wonderful job. He lives by what he preaches and I respect him for that. He is a great role model.

5. What would you like to accomplish during your college sports career?

To be the best football player and teammate I can be and to make a mark so when I leave I will be remembered at Nicholls State. Also, to receive my degree and, of course, to go to the NFL.

 

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1. Why did you decide to sign with Siena College?

It has a great academic program in mathematics and they also have a very competitive sports program for dedicated student-athletes.

2. Describe the excitement you feel about becoming a college student-athlete?

I feel very excited having the blessing to be apart of what you love by playing the game of basketball. Playing college basketball at Siena will be a blessing for my family and I in the near future, and I’m very humble with the experience that God will present in the future.

3. What advice would you give to other athletes looking to get recruited?

The advice I will give prospects that are going to be recruited is to stay focus and be patient with the future. God has blessings for everyone and if you stay focus and aggressive now, your future will be bright.

4. Who has been the biggest influence in your sports career and why?

I think my mother has been my greatest influence in my sports career because she carries a hard-working and independent attitude that serves as an example in my life. She puts God first and her family after. These actions serve as a lifelong testament both on and off the basketball court. Her strong personality rubs off on my passion for basketball. She’s a role model for a person like me and I love her for being there for me.

5. What would you like to accomplish during your college sports career?

I would like to accomplish a balance as a student-athlete. I want to challenge myself everyday and push my body and my mind to the limit to stay successful in college as a student-athlete.

 

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1. Why did you decide to sign with Daytona State College? I was talking with the coaches back and forth for a while after I went to a showcase at Daytona State, toured some of the campuses and learned about the program, I knew it was a good place to start my baseball career and education. After I had Tommy John surgery on June 30, 2011, they were one of the very few schools that still stayed in touch with me and checked out how my rehab was going, so I felt comfortable with them from the beginning of the recruiting process. 2. Describe the excitement you feel about becoming a college student-athlete? It really is such a blessing. Everyone dreams of playing in that next level and for me to be able to have a chance to play in college, after missing my senior year injured, it’s truly overwhelming at times. 3. What advice would you give to other athletes looking to get recruited? All I can say is play like every game is your last, go the extra mile, run when others aren’t, stay positive if something isn’t going your way and have a short memory. Mistakes are made when your mind isn’t on the task at hand. Also, being willing to go up to a coach and initiate a conversation or introducing yourself in a professional way really makes an impact. 4. Who has been the biggest influence in your sports career and why? It would have to be my father. He was an All-American athlete when he was in high school for soccer and baseball and played both sports exceptionally well at Rollins College in Winter Park. He knows what it takes to get to the next level and he put all of the time he could into helping me get where I am today. When I didn’t want to work he pushed me to get out there and keep getting better. I can honestly say I wouldn’t have made it past little league without his coaching and motivation. 5. What would you like to accomplish during your college sports career? Staying healthy and having a quality education that is paid for. I love baseball, but I was raised to know my education comes first. After coming off major surgery, staying healthy is my main focus and the success will come with the hard work I put in each and every day.   Our Mission at SportsForce Baseball: We are on a mission to help our select number of qualified and evaluated players maximize their recruiting offers and make the best college decision. Started by CEO & founder Andrew Beinbrink, SportsForce Baseball is a nationally recognized college recruiting advisory group with over 40 former college coaches, players, and MLB scouts in 10 different states. During the last 11+ years, we’ve helped over 1,000 players make their college commitments. Read below, why we are different from every recruiting group in the country. Why SportsForce is Different: * View our Home Page Video Unlike most recruiting companies, we do not just partner with anyone for our hands-on recruiting programs. Instead, we only partner with qualified players who meet our Five academic, athletic, and coachability selection factors. We evaluate between 10,000-12,000 players each summer and fall at top showcases and selectively advise, and advocate for only a limited number of players each year by directly contacting college coaches to help them maximize recruiting offers. Each of our expert college recruiters is limited to how many players they will advise so there is the best combination of hands-on guidance and personal recruiting outreach to college coaches. Social Media Exposure: We also utilize our growing Twitter following at @SportsForceBB which is followed by over 500 NCAA D1, D2, D3, NAIA, and JC coaches nationwide and growing fast. To Get Evaluated by Our Expert College Recruiting Staff: Option 1: Complete our Recruiting Questionnaire Option 2: Email us at scouting@sportsforceonline.com Options 3: DM us on Instagram @SportsForceBB or Twitter @SportsForceBB and share recent video, stats, or measurables (velocity, 60, exit speed, pop time, etc…) for our scouts to evaluate. Find out if Your Son’s Qualifies for One of Our Hands-On Recruiting Programs? Twitter Recruiting Education & College Needs Posts: We post ongoing recruiting education and post NCAA D1, D2, D3, NAIA, and JC needs year around. Follow us on Twitter @SportsForceBB account and join over 500 hundred NCAA D1, D2, D3, NAIA, and JC coaches nationwide that follow us and growing fast. Tagging us: If you have some good video to share with us, make sure to tag us @SportsForceBB or DM us and we will review it.

1. Why did you decide to sign with Sterling College?

The reason I chose Sterling College was not for the money, campus size or the size of the stadium. I chose Sterling because of the sense of community and family I witnessed on campus. The coaches looked at me as a person, instead of just an athletic instrument.

2. Describe the excitement you feel about becoming a college student-athlete?

I am beyond excited. Football is what I love and the fact that it is helping pay for my education is the biggest blessing I could ever imagine.

3. What advice would you give to other athletes looking to get recruited?

The biggest advice for younger athletes is to START WHILE YOU ARE YOUNG! Start emailing coaches early and getting your name out there. If you are starting your senior year it is already too late.

4. Who has been the biggest influence in your sports career and why?

The biggest influence throughout my sports career has been my parents. My dad has coached and trained me in football, basketball and baseball since I was 5 all the way until high school; and my mom has been at every one of my games.

5. What would you like to accomplish during your college sports career?

By the end of my collegiate athletic career I would like to achieve a couple of things. First, I would like to grow in my faith and become a stronger man of God. I would also like to use college sports to build long lasting friendships and memories that I will always remember.

 

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1. Why did you decide to sign with Stetson University?

I received an academic and athletic scholarship and the school is close to the ocean.

2. Describe the excitement you feel about becoming a college student-athlete?

It is a great feeling and I love athletics, so I am happy I get to continue in college.

3. What advice would you give to other athletes looking to get recruited?

If you put the time and effort into your sport and contact other schools about recruiting you, then there will be opportunities to play college sports.

4. Who has been the biggest influence in your sports career and why?

My parents because they have pushed me to be the best I can be, and my dad played college sports.

5. What would you like to accomplish during your college sports career?

Play my best and win as many tournaments as I can.

 

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1. Why did you decide to sign with Concordia College – Moorhead?

Inviting college atmosphere. Beautiful Campus. Great coaching staff, and an area I can easily call home in the future.

2. Describe the excitement you feel about becoming a college student-athlete?

I’m extremely excited to become a collegiate athlete, but also very nervous about meeting the huge expectations. But in the end I feel I will do my job, and do it well.

3. What advice would you give to other athletes looking to get recruited?

Stay patient, your dream school will come. Don’t commit too fast.

4. Who has been the biggest influence in your sports career and why?

Michael Jordan. The GREATEST. I always pushed to have the work ethic/desire he did.

5. What would you like to accomplish during your college sports career?

Become a better player and more importantly a better man. Hopefully achieve some NCAA achievements.

 

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1. Why did you decide to sign with East Texas Baptist University?

I chose this school not only because it is a great opportunity to play college soccer, but I can get a good education as well. Playing soccer and having a passion for Christ made it hard to find a school that satisfied my desire for a religion major and the chance to play at the next level…ETBU has provided that.

2. Describe the excitement you feel about becoming a college student-athlete?

It’s every young soccer players dream to just be able to say that they are a collegiate athlete, and to be able to say that they have competed at the next level. Just getting the opportunity to be able to say that is a blessing. I am just excited to hit the pitch and help my new teammates out in whatever way I can and in whatever position I can.

3. What advice would you give to other athletes looking to get recruited?

To other athletes that are looking to be recruited, I would say that you have to put yourself out there. Annoy the coaches until they almost have to come watch you play a game just so that you will shut up, make them know that you’re not just interested in playing college ball, but that you’re interested in the school. One more piece of advice is to always work hard. There are coaches out there watching, if you’re good enough and you are working your butt o ff, they will find you.

4. Who has been the biggest influence in your sports career and why?

The most influential person in my sports career would have to be my club coach. He’s the one that always believed in me and gave me the chance to show people that I could play. He allowed me to grow, not only as a soccer player, but as a person as well. Not only did he teach me the game, he taught me life too.

5. What would you like to accomplish during your college sports career?

There’s no amount of accolades or specific things that I am looking to accomplish for myself. Yes, I want to help my team win, and yes, we’ll be looking for that conference championship, but more than that, I want to accomplish in bringing glory to God on and off the pitch. If I do that, everything else will fall into place naturally.

 

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1. Why did you decide to sign with the University of Kentucky?

Beautiful campus, reputation, it was also my first acceptance.

2. Describe the excitement you feel about becoming a college student-athlete?

I am excited to represent Kentucky between the pipes! I take academics as seriously as I take my sport, so I am looking forward to a successful year on and off the field.

3. What advice would you give to other athletes looking to get recruited?

Approaching the coaches before they approach you is key. You are one in a million athletes, and they have no idea who you are unless you take the first step.

4. Who has been the biggest influence in your sports career and why?

I think my peers have been my greatest influence because I see their successes and failures and it pushes me to be the best and realize what potential I have.

5. What would you like to accomplish during your college sports career?

I would love to have a save percentage of at least 60% and lead my team to a victory over our rival Tennessee.

 

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1. Why did you decide to sign with Coffeeville Community College?

I chose Coffeyville because I think it’s the best place for me to get some quality playing time as a freshman and develop as a better ball player.

2. Describe the excitement you feel about becoming a college student-athlete?

I’m super excited, being known as a college baseball player is a rush to the self-esteem. It really makes me feel like all the hard work paid off.

3. What advice would you give to other athletes looking to get recruited?

If you’re not getting noticed by universities, don’t be ashamed to go to a community college. If you wanna play right away, it’s the best fit for you.

4. Who has been the biggest influence in your sports career and why?

Angelo Giacalone, father of recent Alumni Adam Giacalone from Neosho CC, now in the Brewers farm system. He taught me the mental and physical side of the game to improve my overall quality and he’s always helping me out.

5. What would you like to accomplish during your college sports career?

I would like to go D1 after a year or two at Coffeyville and most certainly want to continue after that to the pros.

 

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1. Why did you decide to sign with Susquehanna University?

Susquehanna provided a science program that fit my learning preferences. Along with being a liberal arts school, I felt at home on the campus. From the lacrosse perspective, I like the coaching staff and I agree with Coach Moan’s philosophy and goals for the lacrosse program.

2. Describe the excitement you feel about becoming a college student-athlete?

It has been a goal of mine to play lacrosse at the collegiate level since my freshman year, and now that it is finally achieved it’s the best feeling in the world.

3. What advice would you give to other athletes looking to get recruited?

Consider all your options and make sure to contact the schools you are interested in, as well as make as many visits as you can.

4. Who has been the biggest influence in your sports career and why?

Tim Coyne would be the biggest influence for me. I remember watching him play in the varsity games when I was just in middle school and loved his style of defense. He was also the defensive captain for my freshman and sophomore years and helped me transition into the varsity team. He was never one to get down on you, he only wanted to make you better, and that truly taught me a lot.

5. What would you like to accomplish during your college sports career?

I would like to help Susquehanna win the Landmark Conference and earn our first bid into the NCAA tournament. For myself, I want to earn a starting spot at some point in my career and represent Minnesota the best I can.

 

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