Paul Trick, 3B, Olentangy Orange HS, Class of 2013

PBR: Why did you choose Gardner Webb?

Trick: I chose Gardner Webb University because of the baseball program it has to offer and the Christian atmosphere.

PBR: What other schools were you considering?

Trick:  I was looking at Xavier, Cincinnati and Bowling Green.

PBR: Where did the Gardner Webb coaches first see you?  How did your relationship develop with them?

Trick:  They first saw me at their Prospect Camp in January and we continued to stay in touch leading up to this summer.

PBR:  Was distance from home a factor in your decision?

Trick:  It was a factor but having the opportunity to play down south is exciting. 

PBR:  You recently attended PBR's Top Prospect Showcase.  How did that help you in the recruiting process?

Trick: It helped with getting me exposure to many colleges in the Midwest and got me on their radar.

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

Trick:  Gardner Webb recruited me as a third baseman because their current third baseman will be a senior this year.

PBR: What were your expectations about the recruiting process?

Trick:  I expected the recruiting process to be difficult and in-depth as it turned out to be.

PBR: Who has had the biggest impact on you as a baseball player?

Trick:  I've been very fortunate to have excellent coaches over the last many years and they've all had a great impact on me.

PBR: What were your stats this spring season at Olentangy Orange?

Trick:  I batted .330 and had a .411 OBP.  I also went 7-1 as a pitcher.

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

Trick:  I have faced many tough pitchers in Ohio but can't recall any particular one.