Q & A with Spalding commit Kambron Bruner (Shelby County HS)
March 14, 2013
By Chris Fuller
Kentucky Scouting Director
Last week, Kambron Bruner, the No. 76 ranked player in the class of 2013, committed to Spalding University. We recently caught up with Bruner, a 6-foot-1, 180-pound, left-handed hitting 1B, to discuss his commitment.
PBR: Why did you choose Spalding?
Bruner: I chose Spalding because Coach Sheets does a great job, and I feel I’ll be a good fit in their successful program.
PBR: What other schools were you considering?
Bruner: Union College
St. Catharine
Quincy University
PBR: Where did the coaching staff first see you play?
Bruner: Demarini Top 96 Showcase in Lexington
PBR: What role do the coaches expect you to play throughout your first year?
Bruner: A freshman who works hard, and competes for a spot at 1st base.
PBR: What would you consider your biggest strength as a player?
Bruner: The work ethic I put into my offensive game
PBR: Who has had the biggest impact on your career as a baseball player?
Bruner: My Dad, who has pushed me to work hard at the game since day one.
PBR: Who do you play for in the summer?
Bruner: Shelby County Dirtbags
PBR: What is your most memorable baseball moment?
Bruner: Last year during our spring break trip, I hit two homeruns in one game against Anderson County Tennessee.
PBR: Who is the toughest pitcher you have faced in the state of Kentucky?
Bruner: Walker Buehler – Lexington Henry Clay
PBR: What are your goals for your senior season at Shelby County?
Bruner: 10 HR, 50 RBI and hopefully leading my team to a Regional Championship