Committing To Playing Baseball At Mississippi State University

Everyone has events in their lives that have significant impacts on them. These particular events are what help shape people into who they are. In my life, one of these events was when I committed to play baseball at Mississippi State University. This event has caused important changes in my baseball career, social life, and my academics. Committing to MSU was a great moment in my life and it has changed my life considerably.

Out of all the aspects of my life, committing to Mississippi has had the biggest impact on my baseball career. Ever since I committed, it has seemed like more and more people come to watch me every time I play. At first this was hard for me because I always felt like I had to prove to everyone that I was good enough to play baseball at the collegiate level. I have learned through experience to better handle the pressure and use it as motivation to play my hardest while on the field. Another effect that committing has had on my career is that it has opened up of many opportunities for me. It has allowed me to get invited to and participate in more tournaments and showcases around the country.

The biggest change I had to make was having to sacrifice a lot of time for my career. I have to train everyday to better myself and this causes me to miss spending time with my friends. The largest sacrifice of time that I have to make is in the summer. I spend most of my vacation traveling to different tournaments and camps, and I miss out on a lot of the fun stuff my friends are able to do. Committing has also affected my life because I always have to watch what I do and say because I am represent the Mississippi State Baseball Team. Having good character and making good decisions are things I have had to learn to