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North Potomac, MD
Current City:
Towson, MD
College Attended:
Towson University
Favorite Teams:
Washington Nationals, Baltimore Orioles, Washington Capitals, USA Soccer, USA Baseball.
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Athletic Experience:
I have played baseball for 15 years, outfield for 12, third base for 3. I have played recreational, select, travel and now I play college club baseball for Towson University. I play golf recreationally and I tried playing basketball one season with my friends, let's just say it did not end up well.
Best and Worst Moment Playing Sports:
Best: Stepping onto the field for the first time to play college baseball. Worst: Getting cut from my high school's baseball team. Twice.
Favorite Sport To Watch:
I can watch baseball any time of day, any day of the week. However during the off-season, I enjoy watching hockey, soccer and lacrosse. I also watch Minor League baseball whenever I get the chance. It means so much more to me to see a young player try his hardest and sprint to first base on a ground ball that he is sure he will be out on, as opposed to a major league veteran who jogs to first because he does not want to get injured.
Favorite Athlete:
Chipper Jones. Been my hero since I was old enough to enjoy baseball.
Favorite Sports Quote:
"People ask me what I do in the winter when theres no baseball. I'll tell you what I do. I sit by the window and wait for spring." - Rogers Hornsby
