Anthony Asalon paving his own path to University of Indianapolis
September 2, 2011
PBR: Why did you choose the University of Indianapolis?
Asalon: I chose the University of Indianapolis because when I visited it felt like the right place for me. It's a great campus with a great atmosphere. The coaches have been very proffesional and respectful which also influenced my decision.
PBR: What other schools were you considering?
Asalon: I was considering Eastern Michigan, Moorehead State, Parkland, Heartland CC, and Bellarmine.
PBR: With your dad being the head coach at Northern Kentucky, what sort of advice did he give you?
Asalon: Being a college baseball head coach, he has told me how the recruiting process goes and how to handle certain questions. He also told me to make a decision that I wouldn't regret. His biggest piece of advice was to do what I felt was right for me and I know I made the right choice.
PBR: Was there ever a possibility of you staying home and playing for your dad?
Asalon: Staying home and playing for him was always an option but it wasn't something I wanted to do. I like Northern Kentucky but I wanted to do something that is new to me.
PBR: Where did University of Indianapolis first see you? How did your relationship develop with their coaching staff?
Asalon: The Indianapolis coaching staff first saw me during the summer of my sophomore year when my summer team played at their field. Coach Vaught talked to me after one of the games and told me he would be watching me as I got older. Ever since then I have played more games there and he continued to talk with me about coming in for a visit. On my visit I met all the coaches involved and really began to get an even better relationship with them.
PBR: What role do the coaches expect you to play your first year on campus?
Asalon: Coach Vaught spoke with me about playing time and said that he expects me to play right away either at second or shortstop. He told me I have the ability to be a four year starter if I put the work in.
PBR: Over the past couple of years, you have played for the Pony Express out of Indianapolis and the Milwaukee Brewers Scout Team in the fall. Describe that experience.
Asalon: Playing for Pony Express and the Brewers was my best decision for fall and summer ball. Coach Richardson challenged me and really taught me the right way to play the game. It was a fun experience playing under him and all the players made it a good time.
PBR: What was the most memorable experience from this summer?
Asalon: The most memorable experience this summer was playing in the East Cobb Tournament in Georgia. It was a great facility to play at and was a huge opportunity for all the players. I had a great time with all my teammates and will never forget it.
PBR: Who has had the biggest impact on you as a baseball player?
Asalon: I would have to say my dad has had the biggest impact on me as a player. He was always throwing batting practice, hitting me ground balls, and pushing me to be the best I could be. He taught me how to work for what I want and to earn it.
PBR: What were your stats for this spring season at Elder?
Asalon: I batted .224 with 12 runs, 12 RBI's, and 7 stolen bases.
PBR: Who is the toughest pitcher that you have faced in Ohio?
Asalon: The toughest pitcher in Ohio that I faced is Taylore Cherry.