Codey Houts, C, Spring Lake HS, 2013

Codey comes from a baseball family and it shows.  He was solid in everything he did.  He threw consistent 1.97 pop times and used his good feet and quick transfer to do so.  A switch hitter at the plate, Houts has good balance, approach, and a little swagger.  His swing path is good.  Houts showed some versatility by working in the infield as well.  He has soft hands and an accurate arm to make all the throws necessary from third. 

PBR: Where are you currently in the recruiting process?
Houts: I have filled out recruiting questionnaires with several universities, attended prospect camps, and communicated with a number of different coaches. I am still feeling things out to see where I fit at the next level.

 

PBR: What level of baseball do you see yourself playing at the next level?
Houts: I absolutely love the game of baseball and am willing to do whatever it takes to play at the next level. I can see myself playing at a small Division I school.

 

PBR: What schools are you most interested in right now, and why?
Houts: The schools that I am most interested in right now are Oakland University, Hillsdale College, and Hope College. They all have the majors that I am interested in and have what I am  looking for in a baseball program.

 

PBR: What aspect of your game do you believe needs the most improvement?
Houts: The aspect of my game that needs the most improvement would be my 60 yard dash time. However, I am always looking to improve all of the aspects of my game.

 

PBR: As a player what is your greatest strength?
Houts: I am a solid defensive catcher behind the plate and  I can switch hit with power from both sides.

 

PBR: How is your fall and off-seasons going up to this point?
Houts: I am in the off season right now lifting 5 days a week and doing skill work. My fall season went well with an overall record of 11-1.

 

PBR: What are your high school team goals for the 2013 season?
Houts: Win the first State Championship for Spring Lake baseball 

 

PBR: What is your GPA? ACT or SAT score?
Houts: My current accumulative GPA is 3.46 and my most recent ACT score is a 23. I am retaking the ACT in December to improve my score.

 

PBR: Have you decided on a major or narrowed it down?
Houts: My current intended major is Mechanical Engineering