Q&A with Arizona State Commit James Valdivia
January 12, 2018
By Brian Feekin
Prep Baseball Report Nebraska
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James Valdivia
Class of 2019 / C
Player Information
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Graduating Class: 2019
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Primary Position: CSecondary Position: 3B
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High School: Elkhorn SouthState: NE
- Summer Team: North East Baseball
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Height: 6-1Weight: 200lbs
- Bat/Throw: R/R
Statistics
Videos
(5/21/17)
Player News
- PBR Scout Day: NE Prospects- 2019 & 2020 Grads - Aug 16, 2018
- Nebraska Elite 50: Catcher Reports - May 30, 2018
- NE Elite 50: Instant Analysis - May 21, 2018
- Q&A with Arizona State Commit James Valdivia - Jan 12, 2018
- Year In Review: College Commitments - Jan 2, 2018
- 2017 Showcase Events: Top Catcher Pop Times - Dec 26, 2017
- Nebraska Top Prospect Showcase- Instant Analysis - May 22, 2017
- 2016 PBR IA Showcase Results- Top Catcher Arms & Pop Times - Jan 9, 2017
- Top Viewed Profiles of 2016: #10, James Valdivia of Elkhorn South High School - Dec 19, 2016
- NE Insider: 2019 Overall Rankings- Nebraska Analysis - Dec 8, 2016
- On the Hunt: Frontline 2020 Catchers and 2019 Infielders - Nov 18, 2016
- The Hotlist: 2019s On The Rise - Sep 21, 2016
- Nebraska Top Prospect Showcase: Top 2018 & 2019 Grads - Jun 22, 2016
- Nebraska Top Prospect Showcase Infield Analysis - Jun 7, 2016
PBR: Why did you choose Arizona State?
I chose Arizona State because it has been my dream school for as long as I can remember and it’s what I’ve been working for my whole life, so when I got the opportunity I just couldn’t pass it up.
PBR: What other schools were you considering?
The other schools I was considering were Iowa, Creighton, Nebraska, K State, Minnesota, Arkansas.
PBR: Where did the coaching staff first see you? How did your relationship develop with them?
Coach Cather saw me at a workout I did in Des Moines and they called after and Invited me down to a camp two weeks later. They showed me around a little bit and then we were in contact following the camp.
PBR: Was there one deciding factor that put your choice over the top?
There wasn’t one deciding factor. I’ve always been in love with Arizona State and the history of their baseball program, and being able to be apart of it was something I have always dreamed of. Everything seemed to fall into place and it just felt right.
PBR: Who has helped you the most to get to where you are today?
I’ve been blessed with amazing coaches my whole baseball career, who have all helped me tremendously. However, my dad has had the most influence on the player I am today. We are always working on understanding the game and studying the swing. He puts in the same amount of work as I do, if not more, and is just as committed to this process as I am.
PBR: Going into your junior season next spring, what are your expectations for your team?
This year my expectations are to play every game like it matters and prepare ourselves for post season and to win state. Our team is special this year and we all have each other’s backs. It’s going to be an exciting ride this spring.
PBR: What is your most memorable baseball moment to date?
My most memorable moment to this day is hitting a home run my first tournament back this fall after breaking my leg.
PBR: Who is the hardest pitcher in the state to get a hit off of?
Without a doubt the hardest pitcher to get a hit off of is Kyle Perry. I’ve played with him and against him for many years, and the kid is a competitor in everything and a bulldog on the mound.