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Jared Kauffman, INF, Bishop Fenwick, Class of 2017

PBR: Why did you choose Eastern Michigan?

Kauffman: It was a good blend of the academics and athletics that align with my personal goals. The program is up and coming and the coaching staff has a great reputation. The university is making a great investment in the baseball program.

PBR: What other schools were you considering?

Kauffman: Air Force, Bradley, and Seton Hill.

PBR: Where did the coaching staff first see you?

Kauffman: They saw me this summer with the Flames at a tournament in Cincinnati.

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

Kauffman: Cincy Flames. My most memorable moment is hitting a home run in the Perfect Game tournament in Lakepoint, GA.

PBR: What were your expectations about the recruiting process?

Kauffman: I thought the recruiting process was going to be less complicated and quicker. How schools identify talent to recruit varies more than I thought. Shout out to Top Prospect Games- I had a lot of contacts from that event.

PBR: What were your stats last spring season?

Kauffman: For high school, I batted .392, 2 HR, 1 3B, 10 2B, 21 RBI, 20 SB, .600 SLG% . I don't have my summer ball statistics.

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

Kauffman: Ethan Smith. Vanderbilt commit from Mt. Juliet in Tennessee. I faced him in high school ball.