When I first began learning to cast a fishing pole, I wasn't very good at it, but I practiced. For hours on end, I stood in our front yard, flicking that pole and working on dropping my lure in just the right spot. It's the same with baseball. Persistence in practice allows me to achieve a higher level of consistency in games.

 

My dream is to play Major League Baseball and I understand what a big dream that is. I believe God has given me the right combination of skills and work ethic to make my dream happen and I am willing to put in the work. I genuinely enjoy the process of refining my talents, I do my best to learn from my mistakes, and I will use both to play at the highest level for as long as possible.​

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When I’m not playing baseball, I like to fish, golf, play disc golf, go mountain biking, bowl, and play basketball. I also love cooking, spending time with family, hanging out with friends, and attending my church, The Austin Stone.

 

I'm the youngest of three kids in a family that supports my goals, has my back at every turn, and has helped me become a better listener, gain more patience, appreciate what I have, and be more accepting of others’ strengths and struggles.

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Sincerely,

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Luke Knittel​​​