Ronald "Clayton" Shannon '19 Recruiting Profile

I am a very outgoing and approachable person that is also strong in athletics. I enjoy helping others, volunteering, building items, as well as doing physical activities and work. People always remember me for my smile and work ethic in addition to my achievements on and off the field. I work well without supervision as well as with a team and am certainly willing to lead by example and/or take on the role of mentor to others. I am currently in grade 10, (a sophomore) at Saint John High School in Saint John, New Brunswick, Canada with approximately 1000 students.

I am left handed and check in at 5'10" and 156 lbs. I am known for being a contact hitter with speed in addition to  I have been playing high level baseball for the past 7 years. I have been a starting pitcher for my travelling/rep team clubs in addition to playing outfield and catcher regularly. I am a willing utility player that even as a lefthander have seen playing time at first, second, and third base as well as shortstop. I am currently the lead off hitter for the Sussex Midget Royals and in previous years have been in the 2-4 batting positions.

In addition to representing Team New Brunswick in baseball I have also done so in badminton and have been identified as a High Performance Athlete by Athletics New Brunswick in previous seasons. At Saint John High School I have been playing varsity baseball, track, and badminton since my freshman year and also played varsity volleyball this season. I am presently actively working towards building muscle mass by going to the gym regularly as well as being keen on nutrition.

Please do not hesitate to contact me at [email protected] should you have any questions or concerns.