Name: Caleb Gray
School: West Valley High School
Grad year: 2022
GPA: 3.4
Summer Team: Crew
Positions: C, 1b
Throw: Right
Hit: Switch

1. What are some areas of your game that you have been focusing on lately to improve upon?

Hitting is something that I am always working at. I hit every day after school with some of my teammates. I love doing front toss and machine work. Timing is a really important thing for me to always be working on. Machine work challenges me to always be on time for the fastball and to not miss it.

2. What are some goals and dreams you hope to reach in the next couple of years?

My number one goal is to play Division one baseball. That’s always been my dream since I was a little kid. I want to be able to play baseball for as long as I can. 

3. How long have you been playing baseball and what got you started in the game?

I have been playing baseball since I was a little kid. My travel team Crew Athletics really started me out and has made me love the game. They are what made me stick with it.

4. What are some of your favorite things about the game of baseball?

I love to compete. Baseball is always challenging me and making me adjust and get better everyday. My favorite thing about baseball is hitting. Hitting is so fun to me and I love doing it. Baseball has also brought me life long friendships that I couldn’t replace. 

5. Who in your life has helped push you to be your best on the field?

My parents have played a huge role in all aspects of my life. They have pushed me to be the best I can be and give me opportunities to play and get better every day. My coach Shawn Henry has really shaped the baseball player I am today. I’ve been with him since I was 9 years old. He always pushes me to be the best I can be and always holds me accountable. 

6. Any additional thoughts.

Baseball has shown and taught me a lot. It’s a game of failure. It pushes me to be the best version of myself I can be.