ADAM ZHENG '26 Recruiting Profile

I have been passionate about baseball since I was a child. Whether I’m fighting on the field or cheering for my team from the sidelines, I always bring energy and joy to my teammates. In games, I demonstrate solid skills with consistent performance in both hitting and fielding. I have a quick bat speed often creating scoring opportunities for my team. I excel at reading the game, making precise judgments about the pitcher’s strategy, and adjusting my timing at the plate to enhance offensive efficiency.

However, I deeply understand that baseball is not just an individual competition—it is a sport built on teamwork. That’s why I not only focus on my own performance but also value team coordination. I am willing to make personal sacrifices in key moments to help the team achieve greater success. On the field, I communicate actively with teammates, help them adjust positioning, and contribute to a more cohesive and efficient defence. 

Off the field, I am both focused and fun, helping to lift team morale during training and games, and strengthening the bond between teammates. I also pay great attention to pre-game preparation, carefully analyzing opposing pitchers’ habits, including their release points, pitch sequences, and pickoff moves, so that I can be fully prepared at the plate and improve my base-stealing success rate. I firmly believe that only by building strong team chemistry can we develop the trust needed to rely on one another in critical moments. I am committed to giving my all in every game and becoming a dependable member of the team.

Since I started playing baseball in 2013, I’ve consistently challenged myself to compete at higher levels and have achieved excellent results in both domestic and international competitions. I’ve played for the Jing’an District team in Shanghai and the second-tier team of Shanghai city-level squad, winning multiple municipal championships. In 2022, I moved to Oklahoma, USA, for high school and was quickly promoted from the JV team to the varsity team thanks to my outstanding performance. In the fall of 2023, I joined IMG Academy—a world-renowned school located in Bradenton, Florida, known for developing elite athletes. Its baseball program is one of the most prestigious youth baseball training systems in the U.S., providing high-level training for athletes aspiring to compete in college baseball, MLB, or on international stages. I am now in my second season at IMG, continuing to elevate my game and striving to showcase my abilities in even more competitive games.