Gabriel Achucarro '19 Recruiting Profile

Baseball is life.  The first time I put a ball in my hands I knew this was what I wanted to do.  Since then I have worked very hard at my craft.  I started playing any position the coach wanted me to play.  However, it was the first time I got on the mound and threw my first pitch that I felt  yes, I found my position!  I started learning everything I could about pitching.  I was able to work with a great coach who taught me how to hold the ball, how to use my legs and most importantly how to handle myself on the mound. 

I feel the most important step I took was when I decided to play Travel/Club ball.  That was a game changer for me.  It made me compete, made me become a better pitcher and ball player.  The training I received from my coaches and team prepared me for the responsibilities of playing for my High School team.  As a freshmen I played on our JV team and made All League and voted Pitcher of the Year by my teammates.  That summer after my freshmen season I was put on our Varsity team.  I am excited and humbled for this opportunity. 

I am working towards playing baseball in College.  Everyday I am putting in the work both on the field and in the classroom.  I feel the dedication to both my craft and my teammates will make me an asset to any team.