Commitment Corner: 2020 OF/RHP CJ Funk (Bellefonte Area)
December 11, 2019
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Commitment Corner
C.J. Funk
Class of 2020 / OF
Rankings
StateRank: 19 / POS: 3
Player Information
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Graduating Class: 2020
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Primary Position: OFSecondary Position: RHP
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High School: Bellefonte AreaState: PA
- Summer Team: Flood City Elite
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Height: 6-0Weight: 200lbs
- Bat/Throw: R/R
Statistics
Pitching
87
Max FB
(07/11/19)
82 - 87
FB
(07/11/19)
70 - 72
CB
(07/11/19)
75 - 77
CH
(07/11/19)
Commitment: University of Pittsburgh
UPCOMING EVENTS
| SHOWCASE | STATE | DATE | LOCATION |
| 2019 Holiday Showcase | PA | 12/28 | Keystone State Baseball Academy |
| Super 60 Pro Showcase | NATIONAL | 02/02 | The MAX - McCook, IL |
| 2020 Preseason All-State - Southeast Session 1 | PA | 02/15 | Keystone State Baseball Academy |
| 2020 Preseason All-State - Southeast Session 2 | PA | 02/16 | Keystone State Baseball Academy |
| 2020 Preseason All-State - SW/Central | PA | 02/22 | Iron Horse Sports Complex |
| 2020 NJ/NY/PA Committed Player ProCase | PA | 02/23 | Keystone Baseball Academy |
| 2020 Preseason All-State - Western | PA | 02/23 | Pittsburgh Indoor Sports Arena |
| 2020 Preseason All-State - NE/Central | PA | 02/29 | Liberty Sports Arena |
| 2020 Preseason All-State - Northwest | PA | 02/29 | Erie Premier Sports |
| 2020 Preseason Jr PA State Games Trials | PA | 03/08 | Keystone State Baseball Academy |
the funk file
Tell us more...
Tell us about your commitment. Why did you decide on your school?
FUNK: Quite simply, Pitt felt like home. I fell in love with the facilities and coaches and it was the easiest choice of my life after being exposed to such a great environment l.
The offseason is upon us. Tell us a little about your off-season training:
FUNK: I am currently working on being the best version of myself this off-season. I’m trying to get stronger, faster, and more prepared for this upcoming season in the cage and throwing with my teammates.
Baseball is a game built on adversity & failure. How have you dealt with the the ups & downs the game brings? Who might have helped you along the way?
FUNK: The best thing I have ever been told in this game is there’s always another pitch or another play. You have to have a short mind and keep faith in your abilities and in your talent and I try to focus on that every play. My parents have raised me so well and have taught me to always keep my faith and look to capitalize on the next opportunity.Who is your biggest influence in the game today?
FUNK: Josh Brown is a man in my community who is a big fan of Bellefonte baseball and has done so much for all of us. He has recently been diagnosed with cancer and I cherish his words of encouragement to me and always push myself harder because of the strength he has in his fight.
Best player you ever shared the field with and why?
FUNK: Logan Mathieu. He was a senior my freshman year and was the best teammate and couldn’t have asked for a better player to look up to. He has such a love for the game and it shows in his performance and everything behind the scenes.How has your experience been with Prep Baseball Report?
I enjoyed playing at their tournaments and the events they held for my team and I. They really take into consideration many factors when it comes to the players that play under their brand.
quick hitters
Favorite Food?
FUNK: TacosFavorite Movie?
FUNK: Stepbrothers
Favorite MLB Player?
FUNK: Chase Utley
Go to game day or workout music?
FUNK: Meek Mill
Most embarrassing moment on a ball-field?
In closing, ultimate long term goal is what?
FUNK: I want to make it to the professional level and be a part of an organization that I can grow and develop myself more as a man and baseball player.