From the moment I made my first catch in a baseball game at the age of six, I discovered my passion for the sport. Playing baseball with my dad, alongside flag football and basketball, filled my childhood with joy. Though smaller than my peers, I excelled in sports and often earned recognition as my team’s Most Valuable Player. As I grew older, I faced challenges when coaches favored bigger players, regardless of my performance on the field and in the classroom. In tenth grade, I realized I needed to work harder and improve my speed and strength to compete with the larger athletes. After leading my junior varsity football team and earning a promotion to varsity, I chose to play Varsity high school football in my tenth-grade year. I was extremely disappointed when I was placed on the junior varsity baseball team during baseball tryouts. Yet, this setback fueled my determination to concentrate solely on baseball. I discovered that I was placed on the junior varsity due to two Division I commitments at my position, transferring to my school. Because I was not committed, I talked to my coaches, mentors, friends, and, most importantly, my dad for guidance. After careful consideration and a heavy heart, I transferred to a new school, driven by confidence and a desire to prove myself. With the unwavering support of my new coach, Bob King—the winningest high school baseball coach in Florida history—I received the reassurance I could excel at any level. Together, we are seeking a program that recognizes my strengths, commitments, leadership, and potential. My experience and minor setbacks have only ignited my determination, solidifying my belief that I can compete at any level in baseball. My ultimate goal is to play college baseball, and I am wholly committed to making a lasting impact on my future team.
**Workout Routine:** All workouts are conducted with a professional trainer and an MLB player.
- **Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday:** Strength, speed, and flexibility training.
- **Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday:** Hitting and fielding drills.
- **Saturday:** Sprints, running hills, and flexibility training.
**Here are my key stats:**
- 60-yard dash: 6.71 seconds
- 40-yard dash: 4.53 seconds
- Exit velocity: 97.7 mph
- Infield velocity: 87.6 mph
- Height: 5 feet 7 inches
