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Name: Connor Lindsey
High school: Altoona Area
Hometown: Altoona
Sport: Baseball
Positions: Third baseman, catcher
College choice: Juniata
Other colleges considered: Chatham
Why I picked Juniata College: "I went on several campus tours to a couple of different schools, and Juniata really stood out to me. When I toured there, it just felt like a place I could see myself for the next four years of my life. I also love how structured their program is and how well coach (Pat) Christopher recruited me.''
Greatest high school achievement: "Winning the District 6 championship against State College and then making it to the state playoffs.''
Coach Tom Smith's quote: "He's a total team player. Connor was an infielder, a pitcher and his 10th grade year he took it upon himself to learn to catch when we had a catcher get hurt, which was amazing. Sean Bettwy caught every inning of every game last year, and we got to the state playoffs, and he had a commitment that day for the Navy, and Connor stepped in and played very well in a state playoff game in a very crucial situation.''
How I got my start playing baseball: "I started playing T-ball at Logan Township Little League when I was turning 4 years old, and that is when my love for the game started. Many coaches also helped me grow as a player and learn to love the game more. So thank you coach Pugs (Carl Adams), coach (John) Kraft, coach Smith and anyone else who has helped me along the way.''
Favorite college growing up: Penn State
Other interests: Weight-lifting, disc golf and hanging out with friends and family
What getting to play in college means to me: "It truly is a dream come true for me. I have always wanted to play at the next level since I was little, and I am grateful to be given the opportunity to do that.''
Probable college major: Athletic training
Parents: Rachelle and Matthew Lindsey