Gael Spotlight | Velazquez Leading By Example

The Common Interest Management Gael Spotlight is a monthly feature story about Saint Mary's Athletics and a behind-the-scenes look at the Gaels.

MORAGA, Calif. – Saint Mary's Baseball infielder Kyle Velazquez has had a similar experience to what many athletes do when they make the jump to the collegiate level, and has been a shining example for future athletes who make the same jump.

"Coming in as a freshman you really kind of get punched in the mouth a little bit," Velazquez said. "It's a big adjustment. You have to be able to manage your time, do your own laundry, make your own food. You have to find that find that fine line of when it's time to do work on the field, the classroom, and…