Commitment Q&A: Maddox Miller

OUR Q&A

PBR: What were your expectations about the recruiting process? What were you looking for out of a college program to continue your baseball career at?

Miller: I was looking for a program with a history of winning along with a strong family environment. 

PBR: Did location or distance from home play a factor in your decision?

Miller: Not really, but I knew I wanted to stay in Mississippi.

PBR: When did the recruiting process really start to heat up for you? Where did the school you committed to first see you play?

Miller: My recruitment started to pick up around 15 years old and really took off after the Future Games.

PBR: What do you like most about the program you chose, and what were the key factors in making your decision?

Miller: The coaches made feel wanted and like I could be a key player for the program in the future. The facilities were awesome as well. 

PBR: What other schools were on your short list before you made your final decision?

Miller: Southern Miss and Pearl River CC

PBR: Who is the best player you have faced in your state? What about them makes for a tough opponent?

Miller: As a hitter Dylan Causey (USM commit) was definitely a tough at bat. My freshman year facing Stone Blanton, who now plays football at South Carolina was pretty intimidating.

PBR: At what point in your career did you realize you were a college-caliber player and became serious about taking your game to the next level?

Miller: My 9th grade season I started noticing development in my overall game.

PBR: What advice would you give to young baseball players striving to get where you are?

Miller: If I could go back I would spend more time in the cages and the weight room.

PBR: What is the most memorable moment in your baseball career to this point?

Miller: I have two moments that stand out the most. Throwing a 1 hit shutout with 11 strikeouts over district rival Petal in the 10th grade and striking out 5 in two innings versus Canada at the Future Games.

PBR: Preview your high school team's season for us. How do you feel your team will be?

Miller: I feel like for the first time in a couple of years we have a chance to compete for a district title. If we stay healthy hopefully we can go deep into the playoffs.