The 4 Aces - Jordan Garcia

Name: Jordan Garcia School: Fleetwood High School Number of years pitching: Since he was five-years-old Favorite Pitch: Two-Seam Fastball Coaches Pick: "Probably his fastball" What sets him apart from other pitchers: "He is the type of pitcher that is not going to overpower you as a hitter, but one that hits his sports and forces hitters to hit his pitch. He is a smart pitcher who always has a game plan." -Coach Rolland Green What he says: "I think being a left-handed pitcher and also my arm angle being side arm is rare for a pitcher and it's harder to pick up. The movement in my two seam fastball also sets me apart." College:I plan on attending Mansfield University in the fall and I will be pitching and playing first base. My older brother Justin is currently a sophomore there." Thoughts on the top of his game: "Jordan's biggest strength is that he is a competitor. He doesn't back down from a challenge. He always wants the ball in a big game situation. In regards to what he brings to the team is his demeanor. He always keeps a positive attitude and keeps things in perspective." -Coach Green Pre-pitch routine: "I usually stretch, throw to the catcher and make sure all my pitches are working, then I'm ready." Superstitions: Before I step on the rubber to pitch, I have to slide one of my feet across the dirt backwards as if I was making a line or something. I have to swing the bat three times when I am on deck before going up to hit, also. Music he listens to before a game: Usually Linkin Park or Bullet for My Valentine gets me pumped up before the game. Usually my coach, Coach Green, gives a speech before the game to get me pumped up to pitch well, more so than the music." 2008 Mid-Season Pitching Stats 2-2 in 25 innings, 1.40 ERA, 17 runs, 35 strikeouts, 7 walks, 5 earned runs 2007 Stats 6-2 ERA 1.71, 49 innings pitched, 29 strikeouts, 20 walks, 48 hits, 23 runs, 12 earned runs.