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Rob Engle, INF, Newark Catholic, Class of 2015

PBR: Why did you choose Muskingum?

Engle: I chose Muskingum because I really enjoyed the people I was around on my visits there.  I also loved the campus, and felt I had a chance to play early on.

PBR: What other schools were you considering?

Engle: Walsh, Ohio Wesleyan, Shawnee State and Bluffton.

PBR:  Where did the coaches first see you compete and how did your relationship develop with the rest of the coaching staff?

Engle: They first saw me in the State Semi Final and State Final game.  It developed by me and Coach Thompson exchanging emails than, phone numbers, after that he called me every week.

PBR: What role does the coaching staff expect you to play during your first year on campus?

Engle: They expect to me to be playing early somewhere in the field. And if I'm not playing than I'll be competing for a spot.
 
PBR: Who has had the biggest impact on you as a baseball player?

Engle: My Dad for sure.  He has taught me everything about how to play the game and has shaped me into the player I am now.

PBR: Who do you play for in the summer and what was your most exciting experience playing summer ball?

Engle: I'm playing for the Athletics.  My most exciting summer ball experience was winning the 16U Nations baseball state tournament.

PBR: What were your stats last season?

Engle: BA: .322, OBP: .404, SLG: .379

PBR: Who is the toughest pitcher you have faced in Ohio?

Engle: Chandler Day