Colton Wagner '14 Recruiting Profile

I am a 6'1" 195 lbs catcher from Hawthorn Woods, IL. I have started on the Lake Zurich High School Varsity Baseball and Football teams as a junior, and am beginning my senior year this fall. I have maintained honor roll status in high school. I am taking the ACT test and will post my score in Sept 2013.

Please note: I tore my ACL as a starting inside linebacker for my high school team on October 12, 2012. I had reconstructive knee surgery by Dr. Anderson on Nov. 1, and began physical therapy the next day. I completed 65 physical therapy sessions and was released for baseball on May 1 (6 months post surgery), and started (at third base) the next day. I have recovered completely, and am playing on 3 teams currently - mostly catching (including both games of double headers). No pain, swelling, limitations. I am now bigger, faster and stronger, with a renewed commitment to the game (after having to sit on the DL for most of my junior season).

I am looking for an university where I can make an early contribution to the baseball team, and yet make the transition to becoming a successful collegiate student. My preference is for a mid to larger university with a solid academic reputation, and competitive baseball program. I believe my size, strength and speed (6.73 60 yd) would fit into D1 programs, but would be happy to be considered for DII or DIII opportunities.

My motto: Strength - Honor - Wisdom

Thank you for your consideration.

Colton