Prep Baseball Report

Inside the Recruitment: '17 LHP/OF Sam Weatherly commits to Clemson




Sam Weatherly, LHP/OF, Howell, Class of 2017

PBR: Why did you choose Clemson?

Weatherly:  I was very fortunate to have the opportunity to visit many schools and meet great coaches and see awesome campuses and facilities.  In the end,  I chose Clemson because it was the  best 'fit' for me.  I really felt comfortable with the coaches and campus, and obviously the baseball tradition and facilities at Clemson are absolutely incredible. 

PBR: What other schools were you considering?

Weatherly:  Michigan, North Carolina, Central Michigan, Ball State, Louisville, Kentucky, Virginia, Coastal Carolina, and Missouri.

PBR: How much did playing down south play a part in your decision?

Weatherly:  Obviously the weather played a part in my decision, but was not a deciding factor.  The ACC is a great conference and that was also a part in my decision.

PBR: How does it feel to be a part of a Division1 baseball program?

Weatherly:  It honestly is a dream for me.   I really feel blessed to be in this position and just really excited for the future.

PBR: Who do you play for in the summer and what was the most memorable experience from this summer?

Weatherly:  I played with the Livingston Hurricanes - which was comprised of several of our high school team's senior leaders and rival players in our region - it was a great experience.  The highlight of the summer was playing in the PBR Future Games in Indianapolis.  Met and played with great guys from Michigan.

PBR:  What person has the greatest impact on your baseball career and why?

Weatherly:  My dad.  He has taught me most of what I know in the game and he played D1 baseball at Central Michigan University.  I've always wanted to be like him and play college baseball like he did.

PBR: What were your stats this spring season?

Weatherly:  Hit .323 and was 3-1 on the mound.