Josh is a multi positional player who also pitches. I am not sure where Indiana is looking to use him but it sounds like pitching more than anything else.
Josh is a really good kid, who I have watched grow up over the years as a member of opposing summer teams. He then played with my son on the Oriolanders where we were able to get to know him a bit more. He has had lots of ups and down and I am very happy he has found a college home..
From the IU webpage:
Josh Verts
Right-handed Pitcher • 6-2 • 230 • Winchester, Va. • John Handley HS
Verts is a three-year letterman for coach Eddie Simmons at John Handley High School in Winchester, Va. He has played first base, third base and pitched while in high school. Verts was a three-time All-District selection, a two-time All-Region honoree, and added All-State to his list of honors as a junior in 2003. After being honored for his play at third base as as freshman and sophomore, Verts was selected as a utility player last season. Also a four-year letterwinner in football, Verts was a standout quarterback at John Handley as well.
Coach Morgan On Josh Verts:
“Josh is a big, strong power pitcher who throws in the high 80s. Josh can possibly be a two-way player as he is both an outstanding hitter and pitcher. He was a very good high school quarterback as well.”
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