Michael Purugganan '18 Recruiting Profile

My goals and aspirations are to become the best student athlete on and off the field and to represent the team and school in the highest quality possible. I'm a very coachable person and would be willing to contribute anyway I can for my team. I have good speed in the field (outfield/infield) and base running (I'm always looking to steal bases). I'm a very "driven" person and have good work ethic. I take nothing for granted and understand playing a collegiate sport is a privilege. I give the same focus and effort in sports as I do in my academics.

I'm very grateful to be mentored by teachers, coaches, and especially my parents throughout my baseball and academic career which has influenced me as a young man. I honor the game as I do my coaches and teammates. I listen to instruction in my game and put in the extra work to get better.