Prep Baseball Report

Commitment Corner: Grant Astle


Kyle Campbell
Maryland Scouting Director

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The Commitment Corner spotlights those Maryland high school student-athletes who have made their decision on where to play their college baseball. This is a unique opportunity to get to know several of the states top talent and gain insight into their recruitment process and ultimately what made them choose the school they did.  Today we speak with: Grant Astle

 

Grant Astle

Class of 2018 / SS

Player Information

  • Graduating Class: 2018
  • Primary Position: SS
    Secondary Position: 2B
  • High School: John Carroll
    State: MD
  • Summer Team: Blue Chips
  • Height: 5-10
    Weight: 180lbs
  • Bat/Throw: R/R

Statistics

Position
7.35
60-yard
77
INF Velo
86
Exit Velo

 

 

COMMITMENT: WILSON COLLEGE

 

PBR MD:  List any awards / accolades you received in high school.

  • UCBAC All-County

PBR MD:  Why did you choose Wilson College?

  • I have always had a close relationship with Coach Poss ever since I met him. Once I went and visited the campus, and listened to what Coach Poss had planned for the program I had decided there was no other place that I would rather be.

PBR MD:  What do you plan to major in at Wilson College?

  • Buisness

PBR MD:  What are some of your goals you would like to achieve at Wilson College?

  • Honor Roll and All-Conference

PBR MD:  What are your plans this summer to get ready for school?

  • I am planning to stay consistent with workouts and lifting as after last year I realized the benefits of how being stronger truly does affect the outcome of your play.

PBR MD:  Are you playing summer baseball? If yes, who are you planning to play for?

  • No, I am working a job and focusing on workouts.

PBR MD:  What other schools recruited you?

  • Jefferson University, St. Mary's College of Maryland

PBR MD:  What was your favorite part about the recruiting process?

  • Going on visits, getting to see all of the different campuses and meeting a variety of coaches along the way.