Austin Steel '21 Recruiting Profile
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I am a 6’3” 185 pound catcher from Phoenix, AZ and will graduate in 2021 from Northwest Christian in Phoenix, AZ.. I’ve been playing baseball for over 13 years- Little League, club baseball and high school. My final year of Little League, at the Intermediate level, our team won the state championship and we represented Arizona in the District Playoffs in Nogales, Az. My 8th grade year I was the starting catcher for my junior high team and we went on to win the league championship.
I am a player who leads by example and was named captain on the JV baseball team my freshman year. During my freshman year I was called up to varsity and caught games during the season. I was the starting catcher for the varsity team at Northwest Christian for my sophomore and junior seasons. I am well respected by my teammates and coaches. I was the only freshman that was brought up to play with the varsity team my freshman season and remained on the varsity team in the state playoffs. Our team made it to the final four last season and defeated the number one team in our conference during our playoff run. I was named First Team All Region catcher for mu sophomore season and was chosen by the NCS coaching staff as the recipient of the Total Release award which is given out at the end of the season.
Our 2021 season will hopefully begin in February and I will be the starting catcher for the varsity team.
I am by nature a protector and so it makes the position of catcher a perfect place for me. I am a hard worker—driven and determined—even when the score is not reflecting a win. I am a quick learner and coaches have always trusted me to call the game and lead the team with honor and respect. It’s my dream to play at the college level. I have no preference on the type of school and am open to considering all my options. Currently I am looking to major in Criminal Justice or Fire Science.
I think all boys who love baseball dream of playing in the MLB and of course, I’m no exception. However, realistically speaking, I’d be honored to play on a college team as a freshman and make an impact on the lives of my coaches and teammates just as I know they will impact my life. I will give 100% in both academics and on the field.
Thank you-
Austin Steel
Northwest Christian High School
Athletics
High School Information
- Years w/ Varsity
- 4 years
- Varsity Starter
- 3 years
- 2021 Varsity Team
- Starter- Jersey: #18
- 2020 Varsity Team
- Starter- Jersey: #18
- 2019 Varsity Team
- Starter- Jersey: #18
Individual Awards
- 1st Team All-Region, Selected as winner of teams "Total Release" award.
Team Awards
- Regional 3rd Place, Conference 3rd Place, Arizona high school baseball Week 3 top performer- Arizona Republic
- 2018 Varsity Team
- Jersey: #9
Individual Awards
- Earned Varsity letter as Freshman
- 2018 Junior Varsity Team
- Starter- Jersey: #18
Club Information
- Seasons of Club Experience
- 4 seasons
- 2019 Baseball Factory (17U)
- Played in the USA Baseball Championships- West.
- 2019 Blue Chip Az (16U)
- Will be playing in tournaments with 16U and 18U teams.
- 2018 Blue Chip Baseball Az (16U)
- Catcher/ first base
- 2016 Phalanx Baseball Club Az (14U)
- Spring 2016 season
Coach References
- High School Head Coach
- Bob Howry
- Private Coach
- Khareth Bartee
- High School Assistant Coach
- Frank Morgan
- High School Assistant Coach
- Brian Beltramo
- Club Coach
- Jack Clayburn
- Private Coach
- Charles Davis
Events
- Camp/Event
- CSB Prospect Tournament
- 9/18/20 to 9/21/20
- Camp/Event
- Shadow Ridge Tournament
- 2/26/20 to 2/29/20
- Pre season High School tournament
- Camp/Event
- Taylor University Prospect Camp
- 1/25/20 to 1/25/20
- Camp/Event
- GCU catchers clinic
- 1/15/20 to 1/15/20
- Camp/Event
- GCU catchers clinic
- 1/08/20 to 1/08/20
- At GCU baseball stadium.
- Camp/Event
- TMB Arizona State Combine
- 12/14/19 to 12/14/19
- Camp/Event
- College Baseball Camp
- 10/05/19 to 10/05/19
- Catching Evaluation
- Camp/Event
- ETBU Baseball Camp
- 6/23/19 to 6/26/19
- Prospect/overnight camp at ETBU.
- Camp/Event
- 17U National Team Championships-West
- 6/14/19 to 6/21/19
- USA Baseball event. Playing for Team Baseball Factory
- Camp/Event
- Post Season Prospect Camp
- 6/02/19 to 6/02/19
- Camp/Event
- Biola Univ Catchers Camp
- 6/01/19 to 6/01/19
- Camp/Event
- Memorial Day Classic 2019
- 5/25/19 to 5/26/19
- Playing with Blue Chip club baseball team.
- Camp/Event
- State Playoffs
- 5/11/19 to 5/11/19
- State playoffs Semi-final game. 630pm.
- Camp/Event
- State Playoffs
- 5/04/19 to 5/04/19
- Won second round game.
- Camp/Event
- State Playoffs
- 5/03/19 to 5/03/19
- Won first round game.
- Camp/Event
- Wolves Classic
- 4/04/19 to 4/06/19
- Invitational tournament. Schools from Az and Nv will be attending.
- Camp/Event
- Az Preseason All-State Games
- 1/27/19 to 1/27/19
- Invite only prospect combine hosted by Prep Baseball Report.
- Camp/Event
- Grand Canyon University Catching Camp
- 1/19/19 to 1/20/19
- This camp is run by GCU baseball coaches and will focus on all aspects of the catching position.
- Camp/Event
- Az West Valley Preseason I.D.
- 12/27/18 to 12/27/18
- PBR Combine- Catching bullpens, catcher evaluations.
- Camp/Event
- MaxBat Collegiate Baseball Combine
- 12/15/18 to 12/15/18
- Camp/Event
- Ottawa University H.S. Showcase Camp
- 11/03/18 to 11/04/18
- Camp/Event
- Universal Fall Classic-AZ
- 10/26/18 to 10/28/18
- Playing for IBAC (Sacramento)-2019 Division. Catcher/ IF
- Camp/Event
- College Coaches Showcase Camp
- 10/20/18 to 10/20/18
- Will be attending the catchers clinic portion of the camp.
- Camp/Event
- PBR Fall Prospect Showcase
- 10/14/18 to 10/14/18
- Will be attending/catching at both sessions.
- Camp/Event
- Elite Power Hitting Clinic
- 9/25/18 to 9/25/18
- Clinic taught by James Lofton
- Camp/Event
- Best in the U.S. showcase
- 7/10/18 to 7/11/18
- Caught in the game and caught numerous bullpens
- Camp/Event
- Mesa Community College Combine
- 12/16/17 to 12/16/17
- Camp/Event
- GCU Prospect Camp
- 11/17/17 to 11/18/17
- Camp/Event
- Az Intermediate Little League State Tournament
- 7/10/15 to 7/16/15
- Won Az Intermediate State Championship. Was starting catcher for the team.
Training
- Hitting instruction
- 5 years
- Coach Khareth Bartee D-Bat- Peoria, Az -- w-623-412-3228 c-402-981-5054
- Position coach-catcher
- 1 year
- Coach Charles Davis phone- 623-412-3228
- Weight/ Strength Training
- 2 years
- Coach Fred Haeger-Northwest Christian High School. 602-978-5134
Additional Sports
- Football
- 1 year
- Varsity Team
Statistics
| Statistic | 2020 Varsity Team | 2019 Varsity Team |
|---|---|---|
| Avg. | .263 | .360 |
| GP/GS | 9/8 | 29/24 |
| AB | 19 | 75 |
| R | 3 | 14 |
| H | 5 | 27 |
| 2B | 2 | 6 |
| 3B | 0 | 0 |
| HR | 0 | 3 |
| RBI | 3 | 23 |
| SLG% | .368 | .560 |
| BB | 4 | 8 |
| HBP | 0 | 5 |
| SO | 0 | 20 |
| OB% | .391 | .444 |
| SB/Attempts | 0/1 | 2/2 |
| PO | 40 | 152 |
| Assists | 2 | 19 |
| Errors | 1 | 6 |
| Fielding % | .977 | .966 |
| CS/SBA | 2/42 | 5/43 |
| Team Record | 5-3-1 | 17-12 |
Academics
Grades
Test Scores
Academic Accomplishments
Are you in honor classes?
NoAre you in AP/IB classes?
NoRegistered with the NCAA Eligibility Center?
YesAwards and Activities
- Awards2020 All Academic Honorable Mention Baseball Team-- Arizona 1A- 4A Schools Taking summer math course at Phoenix College - summer 2020.
- ActivitiesMember of FCA, Younglife leader for the Jr High grades at Northwest Christian School. Volunteers at local food banks in the Phx area. Is involved in the Fire Science class at NCS. Will be doing ride-alongs with the Phoenix Fire Dept.
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