Cole Schaefer '18 Recruiting Profile

At the end of my collegiate career, I hope to have graduated with a degree that I am excited about from a college that I loved playing baseball for.  My goal is to leave college knowing I gave everything I had both on and off the field. 

I was fortunate to be the only freshman on both varsity and JV's roster my freshman year  Our school won the league title. Between my freshman and sophomore year, I starting on the American Legion Gold team.  My teammates and opponents were as old as 19.  I have gained valuable experience playing against and learning from players who are older than me. 

I started every game as a sophomore at second base and pitched as well.  We were a playoff team.  I continued to play second over the summer playing for my school's legion team.  I also started to pitch and had a 7-0 record with a 1.41 era.  I had a great defense behind me.  We were Gold Division Nevada State Champions.  Over the fall I played scout ball with the Las Vegas Cardinals playing shortstop and pitching.

I am currently in my junior year and playing SS and hitting 4th in the lineup.  I started off the season a little cold but I adjusted my mechanics and have been hitting well the second part of the season.  I have been placed in the closer role with most of my appearances coming in difficult situations. 

I grew up playing baseball, football and basketball. I was the starting QB as a freshman. I believe playing multiple sports growing up has helped with my athleticism,  which helps contribute to my baseball success. I have decided to concentrate on my true love, playing baseball. 

I am young for my grade, my Dad gave me the option of repeating 8th grade prior to my freshman year.  I wanted to compete against better baseball players not take the easier road. I hope that shows you what kind of person I am. I promise any coach I play for I will try and get better everyday by working hard and being coachable.