Q&A with Unsigned Senior: Tyler Janish, MIF, Whittemore-Prescott
November 7, 2012
Tyler Janish, MIF, Whittemore-Prescott, 2013
Janish moves well at short and plays aggressively. He has good footwork and softer hands. His arm strength registers at 77 mph. He ran a solid 7.15 60-yard dash. From a hitting perspective, everything worked well. He used the whole field and has a balanced approach. He seems to make solid contact and may have some pop down the road.
On top of this Janish is an outstanding student with a great makeup.
PBR: Where are you currently in the recruiting process?
Janish: I am currently an unsigned senior. I'm talking with some coaches, however no commitments have been made.
PBR: What level of baseball do you see yourself playing at the next level?
Janish: Either division 1 or 2, or community college then onward
PBR: What schools are you most interested in right now, and why?
Janish: I am interested in Oakland University because I love their coaching staff and they have my intended major (pre-physical therapy). I'm also interested in Grand Valley State University because of their great baseball tradition. They have a pre-physical therapy program as well.
PBR: What aspect of your game do you believe needs the most improvement?
Janish: Speed (Currently run around a 7.1 sixty. My goal for this winter is to get it down to a 6.8
PBR: As a player what is your greatest strength?
Janish: Lateral range and quick hands
PBR: What are your high school team goals for the 2013 season?
Janish: We would like to win our conference and win a regional championship.
PBR: How did your 2012 high school and summer seasons go?
Janish: Our high school team (Whittemore-Prescott) made it to the regional championship and lost 8-3. The summer team I played on (Gladwin American Legion) went 27-21.
PBR: What were your stats in 2012?
Janish: During my high school season I batted .453 with 18 singles, 13 doubles, 6 triples, and 2 HR. I also had 34 walks and 4 strikeouts. During my summer season I batted .312 with 25 singles, 7 doubles, 2 triples, and 1 HR. I had 22 walks and 9 strikeouts.
PBR: What is your GPA? ACT or SAT score?
Janish: 4.0 GPA, 29 ACT
PBR: Have you decided on a major or narrowed it down?
Janish: I would like to study either Exercise Science or Athletic Training in college