Prep Baseball Report

Q and A with 2015 Miami Commit: Nick Ernst (LaSalle HS)



Nick Ernst, RHP, LaSalle HS, Class of 2015

PBR: Why did you choose Miami?

Ernst: I chose Miami because I fell in love with their campus, education program, and their coaching staff. I think we can and will do big things these next four years.

PBR: What other schools were you considering?

Ernst: I was considering Ball State, Buffalo, and Morehead State, 

PBR: How does it feel to be a part of his Coach Hayden’s new era at Miami?

Ernst: It feels great, we have a great recruiting class and I'm very proud to be a part of it.

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?

Ernst: Individual: Go undefeated, Win GCL player of the year, to have an ERA below 2, and to beat all three GCL teams at least twice.  Team: Win the State Championship and to win the GCL outright. 

PBR: Your summer teammate Hayden Senger is also going to Miami.  How much of an influence did he have in your decision?

Ernst: It will be great to go into college knowing that I already am on the same page as my catcher. I believe he is the best catcher I've ever thrown to and I'm very lucky to have him with me. It also helps to have my other Midland teammates Dallas Hall and Zach Hoffman there to be with me. 

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

Ernst: I play for Midland. My favorite memory this summer definitely is coming back those few games in Indianapolis and watching the team grow together as one.

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

Ernst: My Father, Greg Ernst. He has always been there for me to pick me up when I was down, and he shared the love of the game I have at a young age.

PBR: What were your stats this spring season at LaSalle?

Ernst: 35 innings, 2-1, 2.3 ERA, and 34 strikeouts. 

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

Ernst: Dallas Hall, absolute stud.  He doesn't have one hole in his swing, and he knows how to hit for power to the opposite field.