Personal: Austin‘s family includes his father Joe, mother Jodie, and sister Brittney. He first started playing baseball when he was five because his dad inspired him to play and he’s loved it since. Austin is majoring in chemistry and he wants to be a pharmacist. In his spare time, he enjoys eating, watching TV, hang out with friends, video games, and spending time with his family.

Athletic Highlights: Optimus player (senior year)

Most significant achievement in baseball:  Back-to-back League Champs in High School.

Most embarrassing thing that has happened in baseball:  Running down first baseline and tripping over the bag

Quote that inspires him:  “The 5 P’s: Proper Planning Prevents Poor Performance”

Favorite teacher:  Professor Mino because he knew how to make class enjoyable.

Best advice he has ever received:  Take what you get, don’t wait for what you want.

Favorites:

Food: Pizza Athlete: Ian Kinsler

Entertainer:  Kevin Hart Movie: Happy Gilmore

Person Who Most Influenced His Athletic Career:  His dad

One word that best describes him off the court: Patient

Best Thing about Being a Hawk: “Having extra support to further my education”