Right-handed Pitcher/Utility with Independent Pro Ball and Overseas Experience available 2025 Player development experience
Name: Sean Cruz
Height: 182cm
Weight: 95kg
DOB: December 2, 1994
Date Available: March 1, 2024
High-Level Indy Pro experience Will Pay FlightBats: R
Throws: R
Positions: SP
Positions (alt): Utl, 3B, SS, OF
College: Indian Hills Community College; Cumberland University; Friends University
Personal
RHP with 2-SEAM FB 90-92mph, 4-SEAM FB 92-94mph, CH 84-86mph, CRV 80-82mph.
FB hitter with + power that can use all parts of the field, good speed, 90MPH across IF, 94MPH from OF.
I’ve been a 2-way player most of my life. As of recently in the 2021 Guam Major League, I have spent majority of my time in CF, SS and on the bump. Good glove, footwork, and instinct in the IF. Good speed and can cover ground in the OF with + Arm strength. Can handle the FB and use the whole field. Batting .444 with 3 SB.
In the Victoria Summer Baseball League 2020 spent time at 3B/2B/RF, had a great season defensively. Batted .176 with 17 ABs.
In December 2019 with the Orewa Sharks in New Zealand played 3B/SS and handled the bat really well.
Entering the beginning of my college career as a 2-way was cut short due Tommy John in 2015. Then pitched the remainder of my career through 2018.
Southern High School 2011-2012 2-way, spent most of my time at SS/3B/ and pitched.
Baseball is a brotherhood, near and far. From making new friends to extra ground balls on days off. Funny/loose/competitive/focused and optimistic person. Coming from the islands we’re all family, from the youngest to the oldest. Always look forward to sharing and learning about life and baseball.
Career highlights
- 2019 Empire Baseball League ERA leader 1.59
- 2017 KCAC Honorable Mention
- 2017 Pre-season 1st Team
- 2011 Pitcher of the Year Southern High School
Coaching
Even as a coach there is still much to learn. I teach to the best of my ability. I am able to speak and communicate well with players. I try my best to make the most of my time spent with the players.
Overseas Goals
I wish to take my career overseas to help build my resume as a professional and experience my love for the game in different parts of the world. I come from a small island in the pacific where very few have had a chance to experience baseball overseas or in the US.
Outside of baseball I am a huge gym rat. I am a personal trainer and performance coach at NewGen Physical Therapy. I enjoy swimming, hiking, golf, frisbee, football, basketball, volleyball and hanging out with my family. I want to inspire people to chase after their dreams and succeed in life.
Articles/Recognitions
Cruz Signs Pro Baseball Contract
ISLANDERS SEAN CRUZ MOVED TO QUEBEC CAPITALES OF THE CANAM LEAGUE
Playing Experience
Coaching Experience
| YEAR | ROLE | ORGANIZATION | LEAGUE/DIVISION | DETAILS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 years | Sports Performance Coach | NewGen Physical Therapy | Youth | Worked with youth players ranging from ages 5-10 with pitching mechanics, hitting mechanics and fielding mechanics. |
| 2 years | Coach | Private | High School | Coached High School players individually. Helped high school players with pitching mechanics, hitting mechanics and fielding mechanics. Incorporating speed and agility drills, increase arm strength and mobility, tee drills and live BP. |
| 1 year | Coach | Private | College | Coached college players individually. Helped college players with hitting mechanics and fielding mechanics. Incorporating speed and agility drills, increase arm strength and mobility, tee drills and live BP, defensive footwork and glove work. |
Stats
Pro/Overseas Batting
| Years | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | SB | CS | AVG | OBP | SLG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | Orewa Sharks | 2 | 8 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 0 | .375 | .545 | .500 |
Pro/Overseas Pitching
| Year | Team | ERA | GS | CG | IP | H | SO | BB | HBP | R | ER | Wins | Losses | SV | WHIP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | Medicine Hat Mavericks | 2.57 | 0 | 0 | 35.0 | 29 | 38 | 14 | - | 12 | 10 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1.23 |
| 2018 | Orewa | 1.75 | 0 | 0 | 4.0 | 3 | 7 | 3 | 1 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1.50 |
| 2019 | Quebec Capitales | 5.76 | 4 | 0 | 25.0 | 37 | 19 | 9 | 0 | 20 | 16 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 1.84 |
| 2019 | Puerto Rico Islanders | 1.59 | 5 | 2 | 33.99 | 31 | 28 | 12 | 0 | 13 | 6 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1.27 |
| 2020 | Malvern Braves | 1.80 | - | - | 30.0 | 24 | 35 | 6 | 4 | 9 | 6 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1.00 |