Congratulations to Chris Gray!

Chris is currently a senior (2008 graduate) from Notre Dame High School in Sherman Oaks, Ca who recently committed to the University of San Diego. His story is truly amazing and inspirational to all.

Although Chris stands 6’4 210 lbs. and possesses a solid bat with power potential, he was relegated to playing junior varsity baseball his junior year. After 3 frustrating years of playing for his High School baseball team, Chris was eager to explore the idea of attending different showcases. Having never played a game at the varsity level, he realized that schools and coaches had no idea who he was or how he was capable of performing. After doing a little research, Chris and his parents had contacted Showball regarding our Dodger Stadium Division I Showcase Camp December 27-29, 2007. With 10 elite Division I programs in attendance and very little time before the regular season began, he knew that this was one of his last opportunities to be noticed. With 3 days of working out and playing games at the showcase camp, Chris was able to utilize his intensity and determination to perform at the highest levels. Needless to say, coaches in attendance were scratching their heads wondering who he was. One such program was the University of San Diego.

For 1-2 months after the event, Chris received several emails and telephone calls from interested programs. After visiting the University of San Diego and meeting with the rest of the coaching staff, Chris’ decision was easy. Although he has yet to play a game at the varsity level, Chris committed to one of the top 10 programs in the nation and will be joining the Toreros next season.