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PBR IA Uncommitted Spotlight: '20 Payton Leonard, OF, Waverly-Shell Rock


Rob Allison
Prep Baseball Report Iowa


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PBR: What schools have expressed interest in you?
LEONARD: Coe College, Simpson College, Wartburg College, Hamline University, South Dakota State University, Central College, and Nebraska Wesleyan have all contacted me for baseball. 

PBR: Have you taken any visits, or have any visits scheduled in the near future?
LEONARD: I have taken visits for Simpson, Coe, and have met with the coaches. I will be going on a visit to Central in two weeks.

PBR: Are you looking for anything in particular in a school? (Example: high academics, certain academic program, local, etc.)
LEONARD: I am open on the size of college and location. I am interested in physical education/ Coaching, or a sports related degree. 

PBR: What were some of your highlights during your junior year?
LEONARD: 1st all-conference, 1st team all-district. BA .383 ERA 2.58, Opp BA .186 - Improved pulldown from outfield velo to 92. Exit velo 87.

PBR: What are your goals for this year?
LEONARD: Increase my game in every aspect. I am working hard to improve my velocity off the mound, pitch placement, differential in pitch speeds. Increase BA and get better with my approach to the plate. Increase pulldown velo, and exit velo. Help my team get as far as we can go.

PBR: Do you play any other sports?
LEONARD: I also play football, and I run track.

PBR: What is your ACT and GPA?
LEONARD: ACT 19. GPA 3.1