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Q & A With Brendan Williams

Every year there’s a player who makes that ‘jump’ from a good player to one that you can’t ignore. Franklin Parra comes to mind as a pitcher that was very good but then became a prospect. Logan O’Hoppe certainly would be the very definition of that. Last year there was Andrew Ledbetter. This year it’s looking like Brendan Williams of West Hempstead is that player. After his outing on Sunday, many people have become curious how he was in obscurity until his performance in the Northeast Elite. That’s just what happens when you play in the countywide conference._x000D_
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I had a chance to speak with him and here’s what he had to say…_x000D_
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Let’s start off with the obvious – was Sunday the best moment of your career?_x000D_
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I feel that Sunday night was one of my best performances.  I threw my hardest because I knew I was facing a tough team._x000D_
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Who have been some positive influences on your playing career?_x000D_
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My dad and my grandfather have both been positive influences.  They push me to practice and work hard so I become better.  My older brother, who plays college ball, and high school coach, Chris DeMarzo, have also taught me discipline and that hard work will pay off for me in the future._x000D_
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Who is your favorite player in Major League Baseball?_x000D_
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My favorite baseball player is Chris Sale from the Boston Red Sox.  My throwing style and delivery are very similar to his._x000D_
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When did you experience your biggest jump in velocity?_x000D_

This spring I experienced the biggest jump in velocity.  When the spring season was cancelled I focused on weight training and putting on some size and weight.  I also used training bands to strengthen muscles used for throwing.

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Do you work with any private instructors?

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 I don’t work with any private instructors but my dad was a pitcher and played college baseball.  He has always been there to tell me when my mechanics start to break down.’

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What are you looking for in a college?

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I would like to go to a small college.  I feel that this would help me be a better student.  I also want to be able to play baseball.

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Do you feel that you’ve been overlooked for attending a smaller high school?

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Yes, it was hard to get noticed while playing high school ball. That is why I enjoy playing for the Long Island Junior Ducks.  There is a higher level of competition which brings attention from scouts and college coaches.

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What’s your goal for 2021?

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I hope in 2021 to have a spring baseball season since it is my senior year.  I hope to get noticed by a MLB team and it is my dream to be drafted out of high school.

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