Jack Mcnaughton '27 Recruiting Profile

The first thing I did was to set some very clear long term goals. These goals were very personal and specific. There were three components: Tools, playing experiences, and final results. 

One thing that I realized early on was how important having solid tools to work with. The main tools are arm strength (velocity), running speed, defense, hitting for average, and hitting for power. If I can show you the ability to do any one of these things at the highest level, I will get noticed. Having exceptional tools is the most direct way to have doors opened for you. I don't yet know if I am going to be a pitcher, position player, or both. I figured that I would try to set goals that allowed flexibility. So the first goals I set were:

I am currently 17, but I stand 6 feet 4 inches and 195 pounds.  I am always working to better myself.  On days off I am always training and improving on my goals.   Baseball is my life, I love everything about it from playing to analytics.  I excel at hitting, throwing, and pitching and feel I am an all-around great player.  I am always working and looking to improve by listening to my coaches and trainers.  

My biggest goal would be to play American baseball at one of the universities.