Prep Baseball Report

Inside the Recruitment: '15 SS Drew DeVine commits to Western Michigan



Drew DeVine, SS, Marshall HS, Class of 2016

PBR: Why did you choose Western Michigan?

DeVine: I chose Western Michigan because I have a great relationship with the coaches, and I believe they can help me reach my ultimate goal. Also because of the facilities and the distance from home.

PBR: What other schools were you considering?

DeVine: Michigan State, Central Michigan, Oakland.

PBR: Where did the coaching staff first see you?

DeVine: At the Top Prospect Games at EMU this past summer.

PBR: What team do you play for in the summer and what is your most memorable moment.

DeVine: I play for the HBF Maroons and the most memorable moment was at a tournament in Nashville where we had a huge comeback in the bottom of the 7th to win in an elimination round.

PBR: What were your expectations about the recruiting process?

DeVine: I didn't really have many expectations but I had heard that it was a long process. 

PBR: What were your stats last spring season?

DeVine: 103 total chances with a .963FPCT. At the plate I hit .339 with a .414OBP.

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

DeVine: Caleb Scoles from Gull Lake High School or Sam Benschoter from Tecumseh.