William Stevens's Baseball Recruiting Profile

Personal Statement

My name is Will Stevens.  I am 6’3” and I weigh 205 pounds.  I have been playing baseball since age 4.  I love to compete on the baseball field.  My parents did not hold me back in Kindergarten, so I have always been the youngest in my class and on my team.  Even though I was the youngest, I have always been among the biggest kids.  I really started growing in the seventh grade.  My pitching coach always told me my arm was a gift.  I was not sure.  I was a pitcher and catcher throughout my career until the 2017 club season.  My freshman year at Park Hill High School (Kansas City, MO) I was chosen as catcher for the Jr. Varsity team.  I played pitcher and catcher for my club team in 2016.  My sophomore year at Park Hill I made the varsity team as a catcher, and earned a varsity letter.

I have always been a strong bat in the lineup, primarily driving the ball for singles or doubles.  When not on the mound during the spring 2017 club season, I was used as a designated hitter.  My experience as a catcher has made me a significantly better pitcher and hitter.  It has improved my understanding of the game, my eye for the ball, and my communication with players on the field.  When I am out of season, I work with a trainer at Boost Sports Performance (Liberty, MO) to enhance my athleticism.

I am extremely motivated to play baseball in college.  I have consistently taken advanced placement (AP) and honors classes in high school.  I am aware that there is excellent baseball to be played in all divisions of the NCAA, and I am open to all levels of play.  I am looking for an environment where I can continue to grow under experienced coaches, while playing a high level of competitive baseball.

I am open to any size school.  I plan on making many college visits, so I am flexible at this time.  Geographically, I am interested in attending school in the Midwest.  If the right opportunity presented itself, I would choose the school that sported the best coaches and most competitive baseball regardless of the location.

I appreciate your time and attention.  Wishing you the best of luck in the upcoming baseball season.