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Keaton Sackett, SS, DeWitt HS, Class of 2015

PBR: Why did you choose Lincoln Trail?

Sackett: The coaching staff really impressed me and I knew it was the best option for me to continue my baseball career.  I want to work hard, develop, and win that is what the program is all about.

PBR: What other schools were you considering?

Sackett:  I was looking at Kellogg CC, Northwood, and Davenport. I had received offers from other NAIA and Division 2 schools as well.

PBR: Lincoln Trail is known for sending many of their players to 4 year colleges.  How much of a role did that play in your decision to go to Lincoln Trail?

Sackett: That was a big role for me. My goal has always been to play Division 1 baseball and they convinced me that with great work ethic and determination I would have a good opportunity to further my baseball career at a good 4 year school.    

PBR: Where did the coaching staff first see you?

Sackett: They saw my PBR profile and then went on to my NCSA profile.

PBR: What team do you play for in the summer and what is your most memorable moment.

Sackett: I play for the Capital City Kings.  My most memorable moment would be a 7 run comeback that I led off and eventually Zach Berry ended it with a grand slam.

PBR: What were your expectations about the recruiting process?

Sackett: I didn't expect the recruiting process to be as stressful as it was.  It really showed me how much every play and every at bat potentially means for your future.

PBR: What were your stats this spring?

Sackett: BA=.403    Hits= 52  Doubles=6   Triples=1   Steals=13  RBI=26    Fielding %=.960

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

Sackett: In school ball Tanner Allison was the best I faced.  Two summers ago I went to the Dominican and faced multiple minor league pitchers from the royals and rangers who were very tough to hit.