This article was taken from Extra Innings, the BCA Newsletter.  Throughout the season, freshmen and sophomore players from across the country are nominated for Baseball Factory’s Rookie of the Year title.  In the end, one candidate will receive the honor of being named the Baseball Factory Rookie of the Year. Baseball Factory congratulates all of the nominees and wishes them the best of luck.

Michael Lindsey

Petal High, Mississippi

Petal, MS – Petal High had a 33-5 season and all-around play of sophomore outfielder Michael Lindsey was an important part of the success.

“He’s strong in all phases of the game,” says Coach Larry Watkins. “He has a strong arm and good speed.

“Michael’s all around skills are advanced for a sophomore.”

The 5-10, 170 pound switch-hitter had a team-high .435 average. He had ten doubles, a homerun and 27 RBI. Lindsey struck out only seven times in 92 at-bats.

“He is a very good contact hitter,” Watkins said of Lindsey, who was moved from the No. 6 spot to third in the petal line-up. 

Lindsey was the only sophomore position starter for Petal.

“He works really hard and gives his best every game,” praised Watkins.