Bio

Majoring in Business Administration

Getting to Know Austin

What do you plan to bring to the UW-Platteville baseball program in 2020?
I plan to bring energy to this team to make sure everybody is ready to go and having fun at the same time

What is your nickname? How did you get it and who gave it to you?
My nickname is Redbarn. My teammates here at Platteville gave it to me because they all think they are comedians and like to mess around with my last name.

Who are the role models in your life and why?
My father is one of my biggest role models in life. He has taught me so many traits in myself that I could never thank him enough for. My father has developed hard work, honest, and to be passionate about something you love into my personality.

Who or what inspired you to play baseball and why?
Watching the professional players on TV really inspired me to play baseball. Those are the guys that gave me the dream when I was younger to want to be great just like them.

Favorite baseball moment as a Pioneer or in high school if you are a freshman?
My favorite baseball moment was throwing a no-hitter in high school on my dads birthday. He was in the stand watching me the whole game and we got to share the moment together which is what made it truly special.

If you were a superhero what would your name be and what superpower would you have?
My super hero name would be Captain Mastermind and my super power would be the ability to read other peoples mind.

Pre-game rituals or game day superstitions:
I have to wear white socks every game and chew gum while I play defense, but not while I hit.

Describe yourself in 3 words.
The funny guy

What advice would you give to future Pioneers?
Simply enjoy every moment you have here and make the most of every opportunity given to you.

If you won a million dollars what would you buy?
Hunting land

What is one thing you would put on your bucket list?
skydiving

What place would you like to visit most?
I would like to visit all the MLB stadiums.

What are your hobbies away from baseball?
I like to hunt, fish, snowmobile, and hangout with friends.

Favorite sports team/player?
Milwaukee Brewers are my favorite team but Derek Jeter is my favorite player.

Favorite movie?
Remember the Titans

Do you have any pets? If yes, what kind and what are their names?
I have a cat named Miss K

If you could be any animal, what would you be and why?
I would be a Lion because they are known as being the king of the jungle.

Is there anything you like to eat or any food combination you have been called "weird" for liking?
My favorite sandwich is peanut butter and Doritos.