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Q&A with Marietta College commit: Zak Melcher

February 3, 2013

PBR:  Where have you decided to attend college and why did you make this choice?
Melcher:  I decided to attend Marietta College because of their prestigious baseball program and academic fields.

PBR:  What other schools were you considering?
Melcher: I was considering Trine University, Hillsdale University, and Kalamazoo prior to my commitment.

PBR:  Was distance from home a factor in your decision?
Melcher: Even though I wanted to stay in Michigan, the distance from home didn't play a role in my decision. However, the warmer weather in southeast Ohio will be nice.

PBR:  Where did the coaches first see you?  How did your relationship develop with their coaching staff?
Melcher:The coaches first saw me through a video that was sent to them by Tom Kologek, the recruiting coordinator from 2SP.  My relationship developed after a few visits to the campus and going to their prospect day.  I felt like the coaching staff was a good fit for me.

PBR:  What role do the coaches expect you to play your first year on campus?
Melcher: As an incoming freshman I think the coaches will expect me to work hard and hopefully become a role player.

PBR:  What is your biggest strength as a player and how do you feel that will help your team?
Melcher: I think that my bat is my biggest strength.  I feel like that can help my team out by me driving in runs in key situations.

PBR:  Who do you play for in the summer and what was your most memorable experience from this past summer?
Melcher: I play with the Michigan Jets in the summer; however, last summer I played for the Grosse Pointe Redbirds.  My most memorable experience last summer was winning the Gold Glove Classic.

PBR:  Now that you have your commitment out of the way, what are your goals both individually and for the team going into your senior season?
Melcher: My goal for my team is to win states and my individual goal is do anything to help my team get there.

PBR: Who is the best player you have played against in the state?
Melcher: Carmen Benedetti (Grosse Pointe South) is the best player I’ve played against in the state.

 

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