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Cade Wendel, RHP, Fort Recovery HS, Class of 2018

PBR: Why did you choose Lake Erie?

Wendel: I chose Lake Erie because it fit me well both academically and athletically.  It has a beautiful campus with a family atmosphere and I really liked Coach Castro's vision for the program. 

PBR: What other schools were you considering?

Wendel: Alderson Broaddus and Northwood

PBR: Where did the coaches first see you? How did your relationship develop with their coaching staff?

Wendel: Coach Castro saw me at the Top Prospect Games at Prasco Park in June.  Coach Castro came to several of my games and I visited Lake Erie which helped me to get to know Coach Castro better.

PBR: What role do the coaches expect you to play your first year on campus?

Wendel: To compete for a job out of the bullpen or as a starting pitcher.

PBR: What is your biggest strength as a player and how do you feel that you will help Storm baseball?

Wendel: My biggest strength is that I'm competitive, so I think that every time I pitch, I'll give the team the best chance to win.

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

Wendel: 17U Brownlee Lookouts with Coach Ben Simon. Pitching at the Music City Classic tournament in Nashville.

PBR: What were your stats for last spring season?

Wendel: 2-4 with 2.58 ERA.41K’s in 41 innings.  BA: .357  OB %: .544 SB:27

PBR: Who is the toughest pitcher that you have faced in Ohio?

Wendel: Jacob Youngpeter from Delphos St John HS.