*SIGNED in Austria in 2024* Left-Handed Two-way Pitcher, OF/1B with Overseas Experience in the UK and Sweden
Name: Tyler Smith
Height: 175cm
Weight: 81kg
DOB: November 27, 2000
Date Available: September 1, 2023
Will Pay FlightBats: L
Throws: L
Positions: SP, RP, RF, CF, LF
Positions (alt): 1B, OF, RP
College: Piedmont College
Personal
I’m a top-of-the-order hitter, usually hitting from 1-4 in the lineup. I’m very well balanced at the plate, I am a gap to gap line drive hitter that does damage at the plate. I have great plate discipline and can draw walks. I was one of the league leaders in walks and OBP in a collegiate summer league and in Sweden. I am a great defender and I can play all 3 outfield positions at a very high level. I also have a great arm from the outfield. I am an above-average runner. I run a 6.9 60 yard dash. I am also a great base runner and can steal bases. I would say that my greatest trait as a baseball player is my baseball IQ. I have a great feel for the game and have been around the game for a very long time.
I’ve been playing all 3 outfield positions my entire baseball career. I am equally good at all 3.
I’m more of a lead-by-example guy. I always show up early or stay late to get extra work. I like to play loose and have fun. I always try to keep the team positive and ready to compete. If anyone ever needs help offensively or defensively I am very willing to stay after and help them. I have a small coaching background, I was a player coach my senior year of high school and won the leadership award 2 years in a row. I have a lot of knowledge and good drills for hitting and the outfield. I have also coached a 12u travel team as the head assistant in the past and just got done being the head coach of 15 and 18 and under teams in Sweden. I was also a player coach on the team I was playing on. I ran every practice for all three teams.
Career
Had a .442 OBP in a collegiate summer league and had a batting average of .500 in a league in Sweden. Starter in the Swedish all star game. Hit .455 with 2 homeruns in 17 games in England.
Overseas Goals
I played college ball for 2 seasons and had a great experience. I’ve just realized that my true passion is only for baseball and not for academics. My true dream is to play and coach baseball and I would like to do that professionally around the world.
I have now played 2 summer seasons in Sweden and England. I am looking for the opportunity to play as long as I can overseas. I really enjoy traveling and getting to teach and play the great game of baseball around the world.
Playing Experience
Stats
Pro/Overseas Batting
| Years | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | SB | CS | AVG | OBP | SLG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | Skelleftea | 14 | 34 | 11 | 17 | 5 | 4 | 0 | 5 | 8 | 2 | 6 | 0 | .500 | .591 | .882 |
| 2023 | Kent Buccaneers | 13 | 39 | 14 | 17 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 10 | 8 | 1 | 7 | 0 | .436 | .549 | .513 |
| 2023 | Kent Buccaneers | 4 | 11 | 4 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 5 | 3 | 0 | 3 | 0 | .455 | .571 | .1000 |
Pro/Overseas Pitching
| Year | Team | ERA | GS | CG | IP | H | SO | BB | HBP | R | ER | Wins | Losses | SV | WHIP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | Skelleftea | 4.20 | 2 | 0 | 15 | 10 | 26 | 10 | 1 | 12 | 9 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 1.33 |
| 2023 | Kent Buccaneers | 4.28 | 3 | 0 | 18 | 21 | 34 | 8 | 3 | 11 | 11 | 0 | 1 |
College/Amateur Batting
| Years | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | SB | CS | AVG | OBP | SLG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | Piedmont | 19 | 42 | 5 | 10 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 5 | 8 | 2 | 0 | .238 | .319 | .286 |
| 2021 | Palm Beach | 28 | 64 | 16 | 16 | 4 | 2 | 0 | 8 | 21 | 12 | 4 | 1 | .250 | .442 | .375 |
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Testimonials
These Testimonials Have Been Verified
Tyler is a team-first, hard working player. He is skilled as a hitter, outfielder, and baserunner, and especially as a teammate. Any organization would be lucky to have him as a part of it.
My name is DJ Price and I'm the Assistant Coach at Barry University and I'm writing you regarding Tyler Smith. Last season I was the Head Coach of the Palm Beach Snowbirds out of the Collegiate League of the Palm Beaches. Tyler played for me as an outfielder and DH. He is a left-handed hitter with a knack for finding the barrel and is a solid defensive outfielder. Tyler has a passion for the game and came to the park every day with a passion to learn, grow and compete. He was an absolute pleasure to coach and pushed all the players around him to be better.
I had the pleasure of coaching Tyler at Tavares High School, in Tavares, FL, from 2015-2019. During my time as head coach there, Tyler played centerfield, from the moment he stepped on campus as a freshman. He was the consummate leader of our program, pushing every player in our prgram to get better daily, both on and off the field. On top of being a very good player, Tyler had an unquestioned desire to compete and win. He pushed his teammates and me to be better every day. This quality is what allowed him to succeed the most. He is a grinder and will not stop working toward a goal until he accomplishes it. I believe that Tyler would make an exceptional addition to your program. He is the kind of person and player that I want all of my players to be like. Thank you for your time.
Additional Info
Playing preferences: Europe Semi-pro (ie. Austria, Germany, Czech Republic, France etc.), Australia Semi-pro (State Leagues), New Zealand Semi-pro, South Africa Semi-pro, Canada semi-pro (Intercounty Baseball League, NBSBL, QSBL, etc.)
Living preferences: Private living arrangement (apartment to self), Shared living arrangement, own bedroom, Shared living arrangement, shared bedroom, Give me a floor, pillow and a mat to sleep on, Host Family
Return home: I can stay as long as it takes to complete a season
Prior engagements: No prior engagements
Recent injuries/illnesses:
Traveling with a companion: Perhaps for a short term visit
Educational background: I was a health science major for 2 years.