THE HUMAN HIGHLIGHT REEL
LOUISVILLE OH- Not since the likes of Omar Vizquel in the 90s has Northeast Ohio seen such a prolific defensive shortstop with the defensive prowess of Louisville’s own JT Popick. A mainstay in Louisville’s batting order and a defensive anchor for Leopard Nation the last four years of his high school career.
What’s that old saying? “Superstars make superstar plays!” Well nothing short of that was showcased in Louisville’s District Sem-Final win over Salem! Where Popick flashed the leather in an all time diving catch that helped seal that victory. On top of that, Popick is The 2022 Defensive Player of the Year for YSN while sporting a fielding percentage that stood over .900 for the season. The Leopards have been playing spot on since late April, looking to carry that momentum right into The Regional Semi-Final. Set to take place on Thursday, June 2nd at 5 p.m. in the beautiful Thurman Munson Memorial Stadium. If you have not had the chance to get down to Leopard territory to see Popick’s glove on full display this season, do not worry!
The Northeast Ohio product is staying home and taking a drive down the road as Popick announced his commitment to The University of Akron to become a Zip on the baseball team. As we wait in excitement to see JT take his talent to the next level, get to know him a little off the field in this YSN EXCLUSIVE interview! As Anthony and Ty from Running Point get the chance to talk with one of the senior leaders on The Leopards this season, JT Popick!
*Contributed By YSN’s Ty Bartell
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