PBR Indiana sits down with UIndy commit Brett Collins

PBR: What schools were you considering?

Brett: I considered playing at Murray State University, Olney CC, Butler University, to name a few..

PBR: Why did you choose Uindy?

Brett:  University of Indianapolis seemed to be the best overall fit for me (academically and athletically).  I got a chance to see the campus on two different visits and it just felt like the right opportunity.

PBR: Was it important to stay close to home?

Brett: It would be nice to play closer so my family can watch me play, but it's only about 3 and a half hours from home so it is not a very far travel to come and watch a game.

PBR: What role do the coaches expect you to play your first year on campus?

Brett:  Hopefully I can progress and continue to gain strength and more velocity to earn my way to make an impact my freshman season.

PBR: What were your expectations about recruiting heading into the summer?

Brett:  Going into the summer I had a couple of options on where I might go, but I committed to U of I during the middle of July this summer. 

PBR: What is your biggest strength as a player and how do you feel that you
will help Uindy?

Brett:  I'm not going to be a good showcase pitcher and Wow coaches with my velocity, rather I thrive and compete in game situations.

PBR: How has travel baseball helped your development as a player?

Brett:  Travel ball has helped me tremendously in all aspects of the game.  Each weekend you get to go out and face draft picks, division 1 players, etc.  It makes you a better player, and allows you to figure out what to improve on.

PBR: Who has had the biggest impact on you as a baseball player?

Brett:   My former Little League coach (passed away from cancer) Larry Collins, Quentin Merkel, Joe Lis, Mark LaRue, and my father Terry Collins.  They were my biggest supporters and biggest critics.

PBR: What were your stats for this spring season at Evansville Memorial?

Brett:  29 RBI in 12 games .385 avg.  58 IP- 16 Earned Runs. 18 Walks.  8 wins 1 Loss 4 Saves.  1.83 ERA 70 K's