Wake Forest Athletics
Countdown To First Pitch: In The Dugout With Evan Ocheltree
2/8/2006 12:00:00 AM | Baseball
Feb. 8, 2006
After losing eight letterwinners from last season's squad, the Wake Forest baseball team welcomes 12 newcomers this season. In the coming weeks, WakeForestSports.com will feature each Demon Deacon newcomer leading up to the team's Feb. 11 opener against Charlotte. The eighth Deacon in the spotlight is outfielder Evan Ocheltree.
Hometown: Richmond, Virginia
High School: The Collegiate School
Position: Outfielder
Height/Weight: 6-3/187
Bat/Throw: L/L
If you were to play another sport at Wake Forest, what would it be?
Golf
Best thing about the team:
The players
What are three words that best describe coach Rembielak?
Perfectionist, Intelligent, Determined
Who would play you in a movie?
Matthew McConaughey
Which professional player would you compare yourself to?
Jeff Franceour
What is your favorite major league ballpark?
Turner Field
What would be the title of your autobiography?
Country Boy Can Survive
What is your favorite/most memorable sports moment?
I make a new one every day I step on the field.
Should Pete Rose be eligible for the Hall of Fame?
Without a doubt... YES!
Should college baseball switch to wooden bats?
Of course, it would better prepare the students of the game for the Professional Level.
Who is the best hitter and pitcher in major league baseball?
Hitter: Albert Pujols
Pitcher: Roger Clemens
Who is the one MLB hitter/pitcher you would want to face?
John Smoltz
Favorite baseball team:
Atlanta Braves
Favorite player:
Chipper Jones
Do you have any pre-game rituals or superstitions?
I listen to country music while meditating.
Why did you choose Wake Forest?
The academics, coaching staff, players and atmosphere.
