Reggie Parris

Why I attend Mullen: There are plenty of reasons, the list goes on and on … I like that it’s a smaller school with competitive athletes and it sets you up academically. I think it’s a challenge, but I respect the coaches and both the athletics and academics. It has helped shape me into the person I wanted to be.

The best thing about my sport is: In baseball, I would say you have to give the other team an even chance. In basketball, you can stall, but in baseball you have to get three outs no matter what.

In my future: This summer I’m going to North Dakota to play in a summer league, then to San Diego. I’m undecided on a major, but just want to earn a spot in that tough program.

Pre-Game ritual: Funny thing, when I pitch I wear the same compression shorts.

Favorite College Team: The USD team now, but I’ve always liked watching Arizona State and Duke in college basketball teams.

Why I play: I get to be with my friends, it’s really competitive and a game where I challenge myself, and bounce back from failure. It’s game of failure and I think everyone knows that. You have to prove yourself and overcome setbacks and failure, and use that as motivation.