Available 2024: Independent Pro, NCAA D1 CF/SS/UTL with Power and Speed, Overseas Experience in Australia
Name: Thomas DeBonville
Height: 185cm
Weight: 88kg
DOB: May 31, 1997
Date Available: April 23, 2024
Bats: R
Throws: R
Positions: RF, CF, LF
Positions (alt): Utl, 1B, 2B, 3B, SS
College: Eastern Arizona College; University of Nebraska Omaha
Personal
Thomas is a very experienced player, having had success in a top junior-college league, at the NCAA Division I level, and in the independent professional ranks. He is a very solid defensive outfielder with a strong arm and the speed to track down balls hit into the gaps.
Offensively, he has consistently put up high on-base percentages, as well as showing power to all fields. Eight of his eleven home runs in his most recent pro season were to the opposite field. He is a gap-to-gap hitter, and his speed enables him to take extra bases.
Thomas will add a lot of flexibility to a roster because of his ability to play all three outfield positions. He also has some playing experience at the infield spots.
He is a very hard worker, committed to putting in the extra work necessary to continually improve his game. He is a lead-by-example person and an energetic, supportive teammate.
Career Highlights
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Experience at junior college, NCAA Division I and independent pro league levels
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Experience in Australian state leagues
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Independent Professional Leagues:
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Slash line of .329/.385/.5.25 over four seasons
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36 percent of hits for extra bases
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Collegiate Division I:
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Summit League Regular Season and Tournament Champion (2019)
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All-Summit Second Team (2018, 2019)
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Summit League Player of the Week (March 26, 2018)
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Summit League Academic Honor Roll (2017-18, 2018-19)
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ACCAC all-conference and all Region Second Team (2016)
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ACCAC all-conference and all Region First Team (2017)
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NJCAA academic all-nation (2017)
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Junior College:
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As sophomore, batted .419 with a .597 slugging percentage
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Was 39-42 in stolen bases, ranking fifth nationally
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High School:
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Two-time all-conference selection
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Also lettered in football, soccer, and basketball
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Overseas Goals
Thomas has played overseas previously. He wants to continue his playing career at a high level and is also excited about experiencing different parts of the world.
Articles/Recognitions
Thomas DeBonville seals UNO sweep with ninth-inning slam, Mavs improve to 12-0 in Summit
Summit League picks UNO outfielder Thomas DeBonville as baseball player of the week
Playing Experience
Coaching Experience
| YEAR | ROLE | ORGANIZATION | LEAGUE/DIVISION | DETAILS |
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| 2019-2020 | Head Coach | Rockingham Rams | High school | Training two times a week, games on Saturdays. Creating practice plans, making lineups. |
Stats
Pro/Overseas Batting
| Years | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | SB | CS | AVG | OBP | SLG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | Tuscon | 26 | 110 | 38 | 50 | 11 | 2 | 2 | 32 | 21 | 17 | 9 | 0 | .455 | .548 | .645 |
| 2021 | Idaho Falls Chukars | 69 | 301 | 83 | 101 | 23 | 7 | 12 | 76 | 26 | 65 | 26 | 2 | .336 | .389 | .578 |
| 2022 | Idaho Falls Chukars | 31 | 119 | 22 | 40 | 7 | 2 | 4 | 25 | 8 | 34 | 7 | 1 | .336 | .375 | .529 |
| 2022 | Schaumburg Boomers | 36 | 120 | 16 | 31 | 4 | 1 | 5 | 15 | 6 | 42 | 4 | 1 | .258 | .294 | .433 |
| 2023 | Missoula PaddleHeads | 68 | 233 | 49 | 74 | 12 | 3 | 11 | 47 | 19 | 70 | 8 | 3 | .318 | .367 | .537 |
College/Amateur Batting
| Years | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | SB | CS | AVG | OBP | SLG |
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| 2016 | Eastern Arizona College | 53 | 184 | 49 | 70 | 13 | 5 | 0 | 33 | 13 | 26 | 39 | 3 | .380 | .429 | .505 |
| 2017 | Swift Current Indians | 9 | 35 | 9 | 10 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 3 | 3 | 1 | 2 | .286 | .342 | .371 |
| 2017 | Eastern Arizona College | 35 | 129 | 29 | 54 | 5 | 6 | 2 | 11 | 11 | 13 | 20 | 2 | .419 | .461 | .587 |
| 2018 | University of Nebraska Omaha | 47 | 189 | 37 | 49 | 5 | 4 | 6 | 28 | 22 | 43 | 21 | - | .259 | .343 | .423 |
| 2019 | University of Nebraska Omaha | 55 | 224 | 34 | 61 | 8 | 6 | 6 | 36 | 12 | 55 | 10 | - | .272 | .317 | .442 |
Testimonials
These Testimonials Have Been Verified
Thomas is a unique individual combining high level baseball skills with intellect and focused energy. He is as plus runner with an above average accurate arm. In the field his routes and reading of balls off the bat result in rally ending defensive plays. At the plate he is balanced with a quiet bat He is in the zone a long time driving the ball gap to gap. On the bases he is a high energy aggressive runner.
Thomas is a good person who leads by example and in so doing makes his team better.
Thomas would be a tremendous addition to any club fortunate enough to have him. Thomas has an incredible baseball resume that includes success at the D1 and professional level in America, as well as invaluable international experience down in Australia. I recommend Thomas to any club looking for a loyal, reliable, and ultra talented player/person that will contribute to not only their top league, but will also coach/develop the organization’s youth players.
Additional Info
Playing preferences: Europe Semi-pro (ie. Austria, Germany, Czech Republic, France etc.), Europe Pro (Italy, The Netherlands), Australia Semi-pro (State Leagues), Australia Pro (Australian Baseball League), New Zealand Semi-pro, Asia Pro (Japan, Korea, Taiwan), Latin America pro (Guatemala, Colombia, Nicaragua, Venezuela, DR, etc)
Living preferences: Private living arrangement (apartment to self), Shared living arrangement, own bedroom
Return home: I can stay as long as it takes to complete a season
Recent injuries/illnesses: N/A
Traveling with a companion: No
Educational background: Bachelors Degree in Business Administration