Personal: Michael’s family includes Carol and Jerry Ehrhardt (grandparents) dad Albert Valli, mom Jennifer Johnson, and brother Justin Valli. Michael started playing baseball when he was sis years old and his grandpa got him into it because baseball was his life. Michael is majoring in criminal justice and correctional officer. In his spare time, he enjoys hanging out with friends and fishing.

Athletic Highlights: 1st team All-metro Junior; Senior season. 3 year varsity players

Most-outstanding player Junior year.

Most significant achievement in baseball: Walk off base hit to win Metro League against Rival Rosemont High School.

Most embarrassing thing that has happened in baseball: He dropped two fly balls in Optimist game.

Favorites:

Food: Mexican Athlete: Kobe Bryant

Entertainer:  Will Ferrell  Movie: training Day

Quote that inspires him: “If you ain’t first, you’re last” - Rick, Bobby

Person he admires most:  His family because they are always support him and push him to be the best person he can be.

Person most influenced his athletic career: His grandpa

Best thing about being a HAWK: “Being surrounded by a great group of guys who like to have fun but most importantly getting the job done on the field”