Prep Baseball Report

Inside the Recruitment: '15 OF Cameron Roth commits to Ohio Dominican



PBR: Why did you choose Ohio Dominican?

Roth: I feel comfortable there. I like the coaches and they made me feel welcome. The campus and school life is amazing and it's a plus that it's close to home. 

PBR: What other schools were you considering?

Roth: Lake Erie, Findlay, Heidelberg

PBR: Where did Ohio Dominican first see you? How did your relationship develop with Coach Page?

Roth: They first saw me at a PBR event. I visited the campus several times after that and attended an ODU prospect camp. I was able to talk to Coach Page several times and learn his coaching philosophies. 

PBR: Coach Page has made Ohio Dominican a baseball powerhouse. What will it be like to play under the legendary coach?

Roth: I'm very excited to play under Coach Page, there will be high expectations for me and I plan on bettering myself as a player and make an impact on the program. 

PBR: What role do the coaches expect you to play your first year on campus?

Roth: To be a solid defensive corner outfielder as well as having power at the plate and driving in runs, impacting the program immediately.

PBR: What summer team do you play on and how has travel baseball helped your development as a player?

Roth: I play for the 18u Midwest Prospects. Travel ball is a great opportunity to see great competition at the highest level.

PBR: What was the most memorable experience from this summer?

Roth: This past summer I played for the Cincinnati Baseball Club (CBC). The most memorable moment was knocking in the game winning run in the top 25 Perfect Game qualifier. 

PBR: Who has had the biggest impact on you as a baseball player?

Roth: Tony Maccani. Tony has helped me develop as a ball player both physically and mentally. He has been a major positive influence on me as well as my swing. 

PBR: What were your stats for this spring season?
Roth:  I batted .421 with 40 hits, 22 runs, 19 RBI's and 10 doubles. 

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

Roth: Nick Bennett. He's a big lefty with good velocity and a hammer curve ball.