Inside the recruitment: 2015 Ryan Mallison Middle Infielder Commits to Connors State
December 4, 2014
By: Zac Bottoms
Arkansas Scouting Director
I recently had a chance to discuss the recruiting process with Ryan Mallison. Mallison was a key component in Jacksonville making a run to the state semi-finals last spring. He played steady defense at second base. Offensively he was constantly on base with a batting average over 325 and an on base percentage over 450.
PBR: Ultimately, why did you choose the Connors State College?
Mallison: Connors State brought me on an official visit and gave me a great offer to come play there. The opportunity to play in that winning program is something I can’t pass up.
PBR: Where did they first see you compete?
Mallison: PBR unsigned senior showcase on October 19th.
PBR: When did you take your first official visit Connors State?
Mallison: October 29th, 2014
PBR: What role do the coaches expect you to play your first year on campus?
Mallison: To walk on campus and compete for a starting middle infield position.
PBR: What other schools were you considering?
Mallison: Arkansas Baptist, Henderson State, Northeast Mississippi, Northwest Mississippi
PBR: Who did you play for this summer? Talk about your experience playing for them?
Mallison: Bob Hickingbotham, Gwantney Chevrolet I have matured as a player greatly by playing for him in past summers.
PBR: Who has had the biggest impact on you as a baseball player?
Mallison: My father, Roger Mallison. He has pushed me to be the best I could be so far in my career.
PBR: What were your stats for your High School last spring?
Mallison: BA: .349 OBP: .468
PBR: Who is the toughest pitcher you've faced in Arkansas?
Mallison: Lawson Vasser from Pulaski Academy he is currently a sophomore at the University of Arkansas
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