Mitch Campion
Senior
Creekside High School
Height: 6’5”
Weight: 240 lbs
Position: Pitcher
Secondary Position: First Base
Commitment Status: Committed to Santa Fe
2014 Stats: Ace righty was 10-1 with a save, 0.83 ERA, 77 Ks in 67.2 IP
Favorite Athlete: Tom Brady
Expectations for 2015: State Champions
Life Goal: Make a lot of money playing baseball
Favorite Food: Chipotle burrito
Theme Song: “No Ceilings” by Lil Wayne
Favorite Subject: English
Powerade or Gatorade: Gatorade
Batman or Superman: Batman
Favorite Car: G-Wagon (Mercedes Benz G-Class)
Favorite Place to Visit: Fiji
JC Flowers
Senior
Trinity Christian
Position: Pitcher/Outfielder
Number: 1
College: Kentucky
Major: Undecided
2015 Stats: .222, 7 RBI, 6 doubles, 1 homerun, 1-2, 6.10 ERA, 7 appearances, 4 saves
What were some of the schools who offered you?
I received offers from Kentucky, Auburn, Florida International University (FIU), and Bethune-Cookman.
Kentucky is a long way from here. How did Kentucky recruit you?
They watched me play in a summer tournament while I was playing for Coastal Prospects.
What was it about that University of Kentucky that made you choose them?
They showed interest in me, and went I was on my visit, I could tell Coach Cohen and the staff really wanted me a lot. While I was on my visit in the fall, I was able to watch a baseball scrimmage, and I could tell they were one big family and had a great family atmosphere. That’s what sold me.
You guys won the school’s first-ever state title. What is it going to take for you guys to go back-to-back?
I, as well as the rest of the seniors, have to be leaders from both aspects of the game, not take anything for granted, and keep working hard.
It’s the bottom of the seventh with the bases loaded and two outs in the state title game. It’s up to you to bring home the title. You can hit a grand slam, strike out the batter, hit a walk-off single, or take a walk. Which do you choose?
I would definitely want to get the last strikeout on the mound; there’s just something about the rush of striking someone out and then my teammates piling up on me.
A.J. Labas
Junior
Trinity Christian
Position: Pitcher/First Base
Number: 16
College: UNF
Major: Sports Management
2015 Stats: 2-2, 2.14 ERA, 12 appearances, 3 saves, 30 strikeouts, 8 walks
20 years from now, when you look back at the run to winning a state title, what will you remember the most?
Me on the mound pitching in the state semifinals, being able to pitch in such a big game as a sophomore, as well as helping my team win our first ever state title.
You committed to UNF as a junior. Why UNF?
I couldn’t pass up the offer. They have been interested in me since my freshman year, and they are one big family. They also have my major there (sports management); I want to be a sports agent.
It’s the bottom of the seventh, with the bases loaded and two outs in the state title game. It’s up to you to bring home the title. You can hit a grand slam, strike out the batter, hit a walk-off single, or take a walk. Which do you choose?
Definitely getting the last strikeout on the mound; the rush of getting the last out and meeting my team on the mound would be unbelievable.
Dylan Letellier
Junior
Terry Parker High School
Height: 6’2”
Weight: 175 lbs
Position: Infielder
Secondary Position: Second Base
2014 Stats: Team-best .455 average, 10 for 11 on SB attempts
Commitment Status: Uncommitted
Favorite Athlete: Derek Jeter
Expectations for 2015: District Champs and make the playoffs
Life Goal: Make it to MLB
Favorite Food: Crab legs
Theme Song: “Sweet Caroline” by Neil Diamond
Favorite Subject: Math
Powerade or Gatorade: Gatorade
Batman or Superman: Superman
Favorite Car: Lamborghini
Favorite Place to Visit: California
Austin Martin
Junior
Trinity Christian
Position: Infielder
Number: 9
College: JU
Major: Air Traffic Control
2015 Stats: .401, 11 RBI, 8 doubles, 3 triples, 9 stolen bases
Summer ball, which is the equivalent of playing AAU basketball, is where you get noticed by college scouts. Who are some of the top local summer teams, and what makes summer ball so interesting?
Some of the best teams are the Scorpions, Warriors, Burn, North Prime, Coastal Prospects, and FTB. Whether or not you get noticed really depends on what team you play for. You travel all over the country playing in tournaments against some the best players in the country in front of college and professional scouts.
You have decided to stay local and commit to play for JU. What was it about JU that sold you on the program?
The school and the atmosphere were incredible, and it was an offer I couldn’t pass on. Also, they have my major (Air Traffic Control) as well.
It’s the bottom of the seventh with the bases loaded and two outs in the state title game. It’s up to you to bring home the title. You can hit a grand slam, strike out the batter, hit a walk-off single, or take a walk. Which do you choose?
I would definitely want to hit a walk-off grand slam. I feel like that moment can’t get any better than that.
Bryce Newman
Senior
The Bolles School
Height: 5’7”
Weight: 195 lbs
Position: Center Fielder
Secondary Position: Second Base
2014 Stats: Hit a team-best .346, Scored 28 R; Zero errors
Commitment Status: Uncommitted
Favorite Athlete: Bo Jackson
Expectations for 2015: Go deeper in playoffs than last year
Life Goal: To be a likeable person
Favorite Food: Steak
Theme Song: “Diamond Rings and Old Barstools” by Tim McGraw
Favorite Subject: English
Powerade or Gatorade: Gatorade
Batman or Superman: Superman
Favorite Car: Ford GT
Favorite Place to Visit: Costa Rica
Kyle Nuckolz
Senior
Creekside High School
Height: 5’10”
Weight: 175 lbs
Position: Infielder
Secondary Position: Second Base
2014 Stats: Hit team-high .415 with 11 RBI
Commitment Status: Uncommitted
Favorite Athlete: Derek Jeter
Expectations for 2015: Final Four and win State Championship
Life Goal: Get a master’s degree
Favorite Food: Steak
Theme Song: “Hotline Bling” by Drake
Favorite Subject: Math
Powerade or Gatorade: Gatorade
Batman or Superman: Superman
Favorite Car: My car, Infiniti
Favorite Place to Visit: New York
Moises Pichardo
Senior
Stanton College Prep High School
Height: 6’1”
Weight: 180 lbs
Position: Pitcher
Secondary Position: Third Base
2014 Stats: Went 5-3 with 36 Ks, 0.80 ERA; also hit .365
Commitment Status: Uncommitted
Favorite Athlete: Chris Paul
Expectations for 2015: State Semifinals
Life Goal: Provide for my family
Favorite Food: Rice, beans, and chicken
Theme Song: “March Madness” by Future
Favorite Subject: Math
Powerade or Gatorade: Gatorade
Batman or Superman: Batman
Favorite Car: Chervrolet Camaro
Favorite Place to Visit: Tahiti
Will Pillsbury
Senior
Oakleaf High School
Height: 6’2”
Weight: 210
Position: Pitcher
Secondary Position: Outfielder
2014 Stats: Hit .325 with 11 RBI; Deceptive 4-7 record on mound with 1.76 ERA, 105 Ks in 67.2 IP
Commitment Status: Committed to The Citadel
Favorite Athlete: Bo Jackson
Expectations for 2015: Elite 8 or State Championship
Life Goal: Be the best pitcher in the world
Favorite Food: Chicken
Theme Song: “Lose Yourself” by Eminem
Favorite Subject: English
Powerade or Gatorade: Gatorade
Batman or Superman: Superman
Favorite Car: Old-style Mustang
Favorite Place to Visit: Europe
Alec Sanchez
Sophomore
Providence High School
Height: 5’10”
Weight: 195 lbs
Position: Infielder
Secondary Position: Shortstop
2014 Stats: First freshman First-Team member this century; Hit .427 with 5 HR, 24 RBI, 20 SB
Commitment Status: Committed to Florida State
Favorite Athlete: LeBron James
Expectations for 2015: State Champs
Life Goal: Make it to MLB
Favorite Food: Chicken Parmesan
Theme Song: “Jumpman” by Drake & Future
Favorite Subject: English
Powerade or Gatorade: Powerade
Batman or Superman: Superman
Favorite Car: Jeep
Favorite Place to Visit: Dominican Republic
Jeff Tripp
Senior
Trinity Christian
Position: First Base
Number: 14
College: Lander
Major: Undecided
2015 Stats: .241, 23 RBI, 6 doubles, 5 home runs
20 years from now, when you look back at the run to winning a state title, what will you remember the most?
Before the game, it’s after midnight, and we’re in a long rain delay and still very hype, sitting on the bus for two to three hours, singing songs and chanting Spanish.
You decided to sign with Lander, where is that, and why Lander?
Lander is a Division II school in Greenwood, South Carolina, and it’s in the Peach Belt Conference. I couldn’t pass up the offer; they have a great nursing program, that’s what I want to be. My mother and my aunt are nurses, and I look up to them.
How did Lander recruit you?
I was playing in a fall Perfect Game tournament for my summer/fall team, Dynasty, and they came to watch my teammate, Colton Yeager, play. They saw me play and offered me as well.
Baseball has become a year-round sport. How do you personally play year-round and why do you play year-round?
You just have to keep your body in shape, and keep your body healthy. I just love playing the game; I’m very passionate about it.
It’s the bottom of the seventh with the bases loaded and two outs in the state title game. It’s up to you to bring home the title. You can hit a walk-off grand slam, strike out the batter, hit a walk-off single, or take a walk. Which do you choose?
Definitely a walk-off grand slam. Getting that feeling where you jog around the bases, the team’s jumping up and down near home plate and you throw your helmet off and jump on home plate would be irreplaceable.
Colton Yeager
Senior
Trinity Christian
Position: Infielder
Number: 7
College: Lander
Major: Business
2015 Stats: .375, 3 RBI, 1 triple, 13 stolen bases
How did Lander find you?
Over the summer, during 4th of July weekend, I was playing in a Perfect Game tournament in Atlanta, where you play against the top talent in the country; they came to watch me play and offered me.
Why did you sign with Lander?
I went on my visit August 13-14, and it was a great atmosphere and very family-oriented. It’s a small town, and I went to a scrimmage; it felt like a family there, and they also have a great business program.
You guys won the school’s first-ever state title. What is it going to take for you guys to go back-to-back?
We know we have a huge target on our backs this season, and everybody will be gunning to beat us. We have to work hard and stay dedicated to prove ourselves again. We can’t just talk about it; we have to make it happen.
It’s the bottom of the seventh with the bases loaded and two outs in the state title game. It’s up to you to bring home the title. You can hit a grand slam, strike out the batter, hit a walk-off single, or take a walk. Which do you choose?
Definitely a walk-off grand slam, to give your team the win and a glimpse of greatness too; being able to breathe in the moment, and the fans are going crazy, that would be unbelievable.
