Freshman Friday: RJ Freure
10/21/2016 12:00:00 AM | Baseball
The Panthers welcome seven members to the 2017 season’s freshman class. Follow @Pitt_BASE on Instagram and Twitter for behind-the-scenes action and check out the weekly #FreshmanFriday series, featuring a new freshman each week. This week, meet Burlington, Ontario native RJ Freure.
Name: Richard (RJ) Freure
Number: 33
Position: RHP
Hometown: Burlington, Ontario
High School: Robert Bateman High School
Birthday: July 6, 1997
Why did you choose Pitt: I chose to attend Pitt because of its academics and the fantastic baseball program
Favorite part about Pittsburgh so far: The city, Pittsburgh reminds me of home and has so many activities and events you can take part in
What are you looking forward to most about baseball at Pitt: To be able to compete in one of the best conferences in all of college sports
Who is your mentor on the team: I consider Josh Mitchell to be my mentor because he is always helping us feel comfortable on the mound and teaching us tips to pitching at this level
What are some of your goals this season: To help Pitt get to and win in Omaha
What legacy would you like to leave on the Pitt baseball program: That I was always the guy that would give it his all and would do whatever it takes to help my team win
Name your favorite…
Color: Red
Gatorade Flavor: Lemon Lime
Disney Character: Pumbaa from The Lion King
Season: Summer
Professional Sports Team: Toronto Blue Jays
TV Show: The Office
Song: Legend by Drake
Food: Steak Oscar
Ice Cream Flavor: Mint Chip
Book: The Army
Vacation Destination: Florida
Animal: Dog
Movie: The Rookie
Cereal: Cinnamon Toast Crunch