LAUREL HILL — Bryan Pursley has become one of the leaders on Laurel Hill School’s young baseball team.
When the Hoboes need somebody to pick them up, Pursley takes charge. The versatile sophomore can handle almost any position on the field.
“He pretty much means everything to the team,” Coach Andrew Wirth said. “He’s a utility player. He’s middle infielder and will play shortstop or second base for us.”
Wirth believes Pursley has a future in baseball beyond the high school level, if that’s his goal
“I think with a little bit of work and some weight lifting, to get a little strong and a little quicker, he can go to the next level,” Wirth said.
We now catch up with Bryan Pursley.
How old were you when you started playing baseball?
I was 6 years old.
What's the best part of baseball?
Being out with your friends.
What's the worst part of baseball?
Losing.
What are your expectations this season?
Working hard and playing with my friends.
If you had to pick a different sport to play, what would it be?
Probably basketball, because it’s the only other sport here.
What is your favorite baseball experience?
Catching when we went to state with Paxton youth baseball when I was 12.
What are your hobbies outside baseball?
Riding ATVs (all terrain vehicles) and playing football and basketball.
What's your dream career?
Baseball.
Would you want to play college baseball?
At Alabama, because it’s just my favorite team.
What is your favorite movie?
“Texas Chainsaw Massacre.”
Who is your favorite singer?
Colt Ford.
If you could be a cartoon character, who would you be?
Bugs Bunny, because he’s funny.
If you could live in any other period in history, which one would you choose?
Probably when Babe Ruth was alive (in the 1920s or 1930s) because I’ve always wanted to meet him.
This article originally appeared on Crestview News Bulletin: 13 things you didn't know about Laurel Hill's Bryan Pursley