Dylan Driessen '22 Recruiting Profile

My name is Dylan Driessen. I've been playing baseball all my life and the baseball diamond is one of my favorite places to be. Ever since I first started playing select ball when I was 8, my favorite position has been pitcher. It's also always been my best position and the one I feel identifies me. Although I consider my fastball to be a good pitch, I believe what makes me a great pitcher is my ability to throw my curveball in any count.

Offensively I've always been a good hitter with a high batting average and good power. Freshman year was a bit of change for me, as I had to overcome my age. I am young for my grade and there was a big jump when going from 13U baseball to high school at Millard West, a school with a very competitive baseball program. I learned to be coachable and make adjustments as needed. Defensively I have come to enjoy playing third base and have enjoyed improving my foot work. This season and the rest to come, I plan on adding muscle in the weight room and continuing to develop my skills. I look forward to what I can learn from my coaches and teammates.

Academically I am a good student and hard worker. This year I am taking many honors and advanced placement classes. I try to challenge myself in school and on the field so that I can better myself in all areas. I enjoy serving others and believe that is an important part of character development, on and off the field. I believe realistically that I could do well at any college level and plan to find a good fit for my chosen degree program as well.

My high school has a student body of over 2000 students and I have no problem with the large size. I do feel like a small school may not be what I am looking for but I am always open to other possibilities. Regarding location, I would like to stay somewhere in the Midwest, but I believe I will fit in with any group of peers and coaches. I will choose the path that best fits me and my dreams for the future towards academics and my baseball career. I love baseball. The game has given me something to be passionate about, enriched my relationships with my family, and given me countless friends and mentors. I look forward to playing at the next level.

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