#11 - Q and A with VanderbiltCommit RHP/1B Christian Little (CBC, 2021)
December 26, 2018
Christian Little (CBC, 2021) committed to Vanderbilt in October 2017. After his commitment, PBR-Missouri was able to ask him a few questions on the recruiting process, highlights to his career and his future. Little is currently ranked number one in Missouri's 2021 class and seventh overall nationally.
Here is a look back on the Question and Answer with Christian Little
Q&A with Vanderbilt Commit RHP/1B Christian Little (CBC, 2021)
Sun October 8, 2017
Shon Plack
Missouri Scouting Director
Christian Little (CBC, 2021) has committed to Vanderbilt. Last summer he attended the Missouri Underclass Games and represented Missouri in the Future Games.
He becomes the youngest commit at Vanderbilt at just 14 years and three months old. Here is a look inside the recruiting process for Christian Little.
Christian Little
Class of 2021 / RHP
Player Information
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Graduating Class: 2021
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Primary Position: RHPSecondary Position: OF
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High School: CBCState: MO
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Summer Team: Team Elite Prime
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Height: 6-3Weight: 185lbs
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Bat/Throw: R/R
Statistics
- Pitching
- Max Fastball: 89Fastball: 86-89
- Curveball: 68-70Changeup: 78-79
- Position
- 60 Time: 7.52Position Velocity- Infield: 86
- Exit Velocity: 83
Little: I didn't expect it to start when I was 13 years old at all and it was long and really back and forth but I'm glad to have had that opportunity.
PBR: Did location or distance from home play a factor in your decision?
Little: Yes, distance was important for me because family is a big part of my life
PBR: Where did Vanderbilt first see you? How did your relationship develop with them?
PBR: Who is the best player you have faced in your state, and why?
Little: John Kramer, because he is relentless in the box and the best power hitter I've seen in Missouri
Little: Nothing comes easy and work hard for everything. Also that school is most important. And lastly, be a student of the game.
PBR: Describe your experience at the Future Games last August.
Little: I was the only 14 year in the game I played. I competed with high school sophomores and juniors and I loved it.
PBR: What do you do in the offseason to ke! ep yourself in baseball shape and prepare for the upcoming season?
Little: I do physical training with Nathan Yaminitz of Performance Zone and pitch with Adam Jahnsen of Ace Pitching on key components of pitching.
PBR: What is the most memorable moment in your baseball career to this point?
Little: PG All Star Festival and PBR Futures Game
PBR: What do you like most Vanderbilt to and what were the key factors in making your decision?
Little: I loved coach Corbin, brown, and the rest of the coaching staff but most of all I felt at home and extremely comfortable.
PBR: What other schools were on your short list before you made your final decision?
Little: The University of Miami, TCU and Vanderbilt.
PBR: When did the recruiting process really start to heat up for you? Was there a particular game or event that you feel turned the corner for you?
Little: After I threw a one hitter versus the East Cobb Astros.
PBR: Preview your high school season for us. How do you feel your team will be? What are your expectations and goals?
Little: I feel CBC will be a big competitor in our state and we will go all the way
PBR: Where do you play in the summer? And what has been your most memorable experience with them?
Little: I lastly played for the Midwest Prospects Scout team, and my most memorable moment was pitching vs Elite Squad. We won 1-0 with a one hitter and celebrated afterwards.
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