Q and A with 2012 Wright State Commit Jacob Gollaway
August 3, 2011
Jacob Gollaway's summer changed with the swing of the bat. One day at the plate against the nationally recognized Midland Redskins changed his recruiting process and opened up doors of opportunity for his future. Learn more during our question answer session...PBR: What schools were you considering?Gollaway: The University of Cincinnati & Wright State UniversityPBR: Why did you choose Wright State?Gollaway: I liked their athletic program, their winning history & the developlement of their players. I also liked the coaches & their approach with me. PBR: Was it important to stay close home?Gollaway: No, not really.PBR: What role do the coaches expect you to play your first year on campus?Gollaway: Continue as a strong hitter, outfielder and improve my talents & capabilites.PBR: What were your expectations about recruiting heading into the summer?Gollaway: To be a D1 prospectPBR: What is your biggest strength as a player and how do you feel that you will help WSU?Gollaway: My biggest strength as a player is my hitting power & consistancy.PBR: How has travel baseball helped your development as a player?Gollaway: Travel ball has helped my development as a player due to it being the highest level of competition in baseball.PBR: Who has had the biggest impact on you as a baseball player?Gollaway: My parents have had the biggest impact on me as a player because of their constant sacrifice and support. PBR: This summer, you hit two homeruns in one game against Midland at the University of Cincinnati. Your name quickly became a hot topic. How did your recruiting process pickup after that weekend?Gollaway: Before I even got home that day, I had received calls from numerous college recruiters wanting to schedule visits to their schools. I think that it was all about timing in showcasing my talents. PBR: What were your stats for this spring season at Harrison?Gollaway: Hitting: G 23 AB 62 R 25 H 26 RBI 17 2B 6 3B 2 HR 3 AVG .419 SLG .726 OBP .532 OBS 1.257 TBB 14 SO 11 HP 2 SACF 1 SACB 1 SB 4 CS 0 HS 1Pitching: G 23 IP 25 ERA 3.36 KO 29 W 3/L 0 SO 2 1ST STRIKE 68FAVC 1st Team All League Award, Rumpke Award Winner Outstanding Junior Player, 2nd YR Varsity LetterPBR: Who is the toughest pitcher that you have faced in Ohio?Gollaway: Ryan Atkinson who threw for Colerain HS and who has signed with University of Cincinnati.
