Addison Rospert, SS, Port Clinton HS, Class of 2013

PBR: Why did you choose Bowling Green?

Rospert: I chose BG for numerous reasons. One of the biggest factors was that the campus is close to home. I felt at home with the campus atmosphere. BG has a terrific business school with good teacher to student ratios, and is known for their academic excellence. I felt an instant connection with the each member of the coaching staff as they made me and my parents feel like members of the Falcon family. Coach Schmitz plays blue-collar baseball and dedicates his staff to build the student-athlete. Bowling Green has a great baseball program and has been perennial contenders in the MAC. The athletic facilities are second to none, all of which are located on campus in walking distance from the dorms.

PBR: What other schools were you considering?

Rospert: I am very grateful and honored to be considered a prospective student/athlete by many excellent universities. Some schools included Xavier, Illinois State, Marietta, Evansville and Miami OH.

PBR: You have made your commitment very early. Why did you chose to make your decision so soon and are you finished with the recruiting process?

Rospert: I made my commitment early so that I could enjoy the rest of my high school career and concentrate on my studies. It’s nice knowing that I have already made a decision on where to go to college and what I will be doing while attending college. I am finished with the recruiting process.

PBR: Now that you have your commitment out of the way, what are your goals both individually and for the team going into your senior season?

Rospert: My senior goals are to work hard and continue to push myself to be the best -whether it's in the weight room, in the cages, on or off the baseball diamond and in the classroom. I'm committed to lead by example and encourage the younger players to play at the top of their ability so we can compete for a SBC Championship.

PBR: BG is very close to home. How much was that a factor in your college decision?

Rospert: The proximity of the campus to my home was an important factor in my decision. It's important to me that my family has the ability to watch the games and support the BG team. BG is centrally located in the MAC conference so the bus rides to the other schools are relatively short, which should provide more free time to study on campus.

PBR: Where did the coaches first see you? How did your relationship develop with their coaching staff?

Rospert: I believe the coaches first saw me at several PBR camps that I attended over the summer. I was fortunate that every coach got to see me perform at a different PBR camp. (I'm very grateful to PBR and Coach Chris Valentine for the exposure) My relationship started with the coaching staff after campus visits and the numerous emails and phone calls.

PBR: How does it feel to be a part of a Division 1 baseball program?

Rospert: I believe every baseball player dreams to play Division 1 baseball. Having the opportunity to compete daily against the best-of-the-best is a great feeling. This motivates me to work hard and try to take my dreams to the next level.

PBR: Who do you play for in the summer and what was the most memorable experience from this summer?

Rospert: I play legion ball for Post 113 out of Port Clinton under coaching staff: Robert George and Bert Farris. The most memorable moment I have from summer ball is playing in the Beast of the East Tournament down in West Virginia. The team and I had a good outcome in the tournament.

PBR: What were your stats this spring season at Port Clinton?

Rospert: Batting Average: .346 ,On Base Percentage: .446 ,Slugging Percentage: .564 , Runs: 22 ,Stolen Bases: 13,

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

Rospert: One of the toughest pitchers I have faced in Ohio would be Zach Farmer when I played in the PBR Top Prospect Games in early June down in Mason, Ohio. There are many excellent pitchers in Ohio....it's hard to single out one player.