Q&A with Stephen Hernandez

Hernandez: "I wasn’t sure what to expect from the recruiting process. It did get tough at times as I wanted to make sure I made the right decision."

Hernandez: "I was looking for was a good coach who was trying to develop players and a well rounded program."

Hernandez: "At the beginning of my high school career I always wanted to go anywhere but Arizona. Then, I started traveling for club ball and realized that Arizona wasn’t a bad spot. Also, wanted to be close to my family."

Hernandez: "The recruiting process started to pick up my Junior summer. I started getting recognized at one of the PBR events and Area code tryouts."

Hernandez: "The conversation on my visit I had with the ASU coaching staff. They seemed to really understand me and where I was trying to go in the next couple years. Another factor it was closer to home."

Hernandez: "Best player I faced was Gavin Turley. He is a really good hitter with outstanding power."

Hernandez: "Be patient with the recruiting process. Your time will come even if it’s later than your friends. Don’t rush anything and find the school that best fits you."

Hernandez: "Most memorable moment is when I got first team all region and first team all CUSD after Covid took my season away my sophomore season. I focused on not letting that affect me and continued to work on my game throughout the downtime so I would be ready to go when we would be allowed to play again."

Hernandez: "I expect a lot from Perry. We will definitely be underrated. Our goal is to win the region and make it to championship game."

Hernandez: "I played with the Marucci Athletics. They helped me get to where I’m at today. Best experience was meeting new people and just building that brotherhood with them."