*SIGNED in Croatia* SS/Utility player available 2023. High OBP leadoff hitter. 4 years overseas experience
Name: Judah Wollenburg
Height: 182cm
Weight: 83kg
DOB: September 16, 1994
Date Available: April 18, 2023
Bats: R
Throws: R
Positions: SS
Positions (alt): Coach, Youth Coach, 2B, 3B, C, SP, RP
College: Indiana Wesleyan University
Personal
Abilities summary: I have always been a strong leadoff hitter. I get on base a lot, drive the gaps, and hit home runs. Past few seasons overseas I’ve hit leadoff hitting over .350 with 1 to 2 homeruns. I get on base a lot, drag bunt occasionally and draw a lot of walks and hit by pitches. I get good jumps when stealing and always heads up on the bases. I have good speed really run hard on every play. Defensively my arm is as strong as it’s ever been. Can make a throw deep in the hole or across line to line from third base. I can play second really well too and turn quick. Love learning from other good hitters and sharing my knowledge as well.
I play to win. I live for embracing the battle with my teammates and also keeping things light and fun on and off the field. As a shortstop I’m smooth, turn quick double plays, and can definitely make the throw deep in the 6 hole. I can definitely play any position on the field because of my athleticism I have listed all that I have played since starting my overseas career.
I’ve worked hard on my pitching and will compete for my team to get that win on the mound. I throw a lot of 2 seam fastballs (79-82) changeups, curveball and have developed a slider. I will get outs and soft contact. I rely on mixing up my delivery and pitches. I am more of an athlete than I am a pitcher but I will compete hard and get outs. As a pitcher I will compete hard. I have had some success in Australia and New Zealand. In Europe as well but I have mostly been a middle relief guy. Would be willing to start like I have down under or even take on a closing role.
As a coach I really enjoy helping younger players learn and understand the game. My strength as a coach is building confidence in players. Making sure they understand how to make adjustments. It has been extremely fulfilling seeing players I’ve coached make great strides and gain a lot of confidence. I speak French well, especially baseball terms and can teach the game to players effectively who have minimal English skills
I play hard and am always having fun. I don’t define my teammates based on how they’re playing. Definitely like to discuss with anyone what works what can be tweaked with swing to be catching consistent barrels.
Career Highlights
- 4-year college baseball starter.
- 2-year starter for Genesee Rapids in NYCBL.
- Helped lead Indiana Wesleyan University to a Conference Championship and Regional Appearance in 2018.
- Player/coach with Mt. St. Guibert Phoenix of the Belgium Baseball League for the 2019 summer.
- Player/coach with Western Bulldogs in Queensland, Australia for the 2019/2020 season.
- Starting SS and lead off hitter for the Coomera Cubs on the Gold Coast, Australia 2020/2021.
- 14 games in Melbourne with the Doncaster Dragons in Melbourne Victoria April-June 2021.
- Hit .380 with 2 home runs with the Coomera Cubs in 2021.
- Hit .396 with 5 doubles and 1 home run with the Rättvik Butchers in 2022.
Pitching Videos
Hitting Videos
Playing Experience
Coaching Experience
| YEAR | ROLE | ORGANIZATION | LEAGUE/DIVISION | DETAILS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016-17 | Camp Coordinator | Genesee Rapids Youth Camp | NYCBL | Organized drills to help youth improve skills during a week long camp |
| 2018-19 | Assistant Coach | Dennison University | NCAA DIII | Throwing batting practice, hitting fungo, long tossing with players, talking over the mental side of the game |
| 2019 | Youth Coach | Mt. St. Guibert Phoenix | Belgium Baseball League | Helped players develop their skills and improve their mentality towards the game |
| 2019-20 | 14U Coach | Western Bulldogs | Greater Brisbane League | Head Coach of a 14U team. Inexperienced youth made huge improvements. I placed a big emphasis on just playing hard and having fun |
| 2020-2021 | Individual Lessons | Coomera Cubs & Doncaster Dragons | Greater Brisbane League & Victorian Baseball League | Private lessons with one or two players from respective clubs and surrounding clubs. Hitting, pitching, fielding |
Stats
Pro/Overseas Batting
| Years | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | SB | CS | AVG | OBP | SLG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | Mont-Saint-Guibert Phoenix | 35 | 114 | 16 | 25 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 12 | 15 | 26 | 10 | 4 | .220 | .360 | .289 |
| 2019-20 | Western Bulldogs | 18 | 41 | 25 | 15 | 5 | 2 | 0 | 10 | 16 | 8 | 6 | 0 | .366 | .452 | .585 |
| 2020-2021 | Coomera Cubs | 18 | 60 | 21 | 22 | 7 | 0 | 2 | 11 | 11 | 17 | 6 | 0 | .367 | .525 | .583 |
| 2022 | Rättvik Butchers | 17 | 53 | 29 | 21 | 5 | 1 | 1 | 10 | 10 | 3 | 13 | 0 | .396 | .560 | .585 |
| 2022-23 (In Progress) | Hamilton Raiders | 11 | 28 | 9 | 9 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 10 | 12 | 6 | 0 | 0 | .321 | .587 | .536 |
Pro/Overseas Pitching
| Year | Team | ERA | GS | CG | IP | H | SO | BB | HBP | R | ER | Wins | Losses | SV | WHIP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019-20 | Western Bulldogs | 2.09 | 8 | 1 | 56 | 46 | 49 | 22 | 4 | 18 | 13 | 5 | 1 | 2 | 1.214 |
| 2022 | Rättvik Butchers | 0.64 | 1 | 0 | 14.0 | 11 | 12 | 3 | 1 | 6 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1.000 |
| 182022-23 (In Progress) | Hamilton Raiders | 7.41 | 5 | 2 | 34.0 | 45 | 15 | 18 | 9 | 31 | 28 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 1.853 |
College/Amateur Batting
| Years | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | SB | CS | AVG | OBP | SLG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | Rio Grande | 61 | 133 | 33 | 38 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 24 | 17 | 18 | 12 | 3 | .286 | .410 | .323 |
| 2016 | Genesee | 41 | 151 | 32 | 43 | 6 | 2 | 0 | 17 | 17 | 24 | 10 | 2 | .285 | .390 | .349 |
| 2017 | Genesee | 30 | 89 | 21 | 23 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 14 | 11 | 14 | 7 | 0 | .258 | .407 | .337 |
| 2018 | Indiana Wesleyan | 56 | 201 | 42 | 61 | 12 | 1 | 3 | 28 | 20 | 33 | 11 | 1 | .303 | .402 | .418 |
College/Amateur Pitching
| Year | Team | ERA | GS | CG | IP | H | SO | BB | HBP | R | ER | Wins | Losses | SV | WHIP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | Genesee | 0.00 | 0 | 0 | 1.2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .00 |
Testimonials
These Testimonials Have Been Verified
Judah has a very high baseball acumen. He has spent his whole life playing ball and understands the game well. He has played multiple different positions including catching and middle infield which are the hardest defensively. He has a very strong and accurate throwing arm. He is reliable and will do what is asked of him. He values fairness.
Judah Wollenburg is an all-around solid ball player. He comes from a very strong baseball family background. He has a high baseball IQ, with a tremendous work ethic and a passion for the game. He's a gap to gap power guy who can hit for average while utilizing his speed. A plus runner with a sub 7.0 sixty time and utilizes his speed to steal bases and his baserunning is good as well. Judah is a middle infielder who can also play third base. He has plus hands, is smooth and can turn the doubleplay from both sides of the bag. His arm is certainly adequate to play all infield positions. Again, Judah has a passion for the game and aspires to play at the highest level possible.
Judah was an everyday player for us on our 2018 championship team. Judah has a tremendous work ethic and a strong baseball IQ. He puts together quality at bats every day and runs well. He has a deep passion for the game and will be a great asset to a team building a championship culture.
Additional Info
Living preferences: Living on my own, Living with teammates with my own private bedroom, Living with teammates in a shared bedroom
Status: Single
Traveling with a companion: No
Return home: I can stay as long as it takes to complete a season
Traveling with a companion: Perhaps for a short term visit
Educational background: Exercise Science B.A