2019: Appeared in 12 games, starting 2…record of 1-2 with 1 save…struck out 18 in 31.0 innings
2021: Appeared in 14 games...record of 3-3 with 2 saves...struck out 28 in 31.1 innings
2022: Appeared in 12 games...record of 1-3 with 2 saves...struck out 12 in 26.2 innings
Career Bests:
Single Game IP: 5.0 vs. Southwestern (Tex.) 3/21/19
Single Game Strikeouts: 5 (2x) Most Recent vs. UW-Stout 3/20/21
Season IP: 31.1 in 2021 Season
Season Strikeouts: 28 in 2021 Season
K/9: 8.04 in 2021 Season
Season ERA: 5.52 in 2019 Season
Majoring in Civil Engineering
Getting to Know Nate
What do you plan to bring to the UW-Platteville baseball program in 2020?
I want to be a leader and help this team win as many games as we can this year.
What is your nickname? How did you get it and who gave it to you?
Thigh Guy, last year at lifting Keegan Madigan kept telling me my legs were giant and started calling me Thigh Guy.
Who are the role models in your life and why?
My mom and dad have supported me at all times and have been by my side through everything in my life. My brother works so hard in everything he does so it makes me work harder and be a better person. My sister always encourages me in anything I do. My girlfriend Teagan always keep me on track and helps me to be the best person I can possibly be.
Who or what inspired you to play baseball and why?
My dad did when I was little because he coached me and also taught me how to play baseball by throwing me batting practice and playing catch with me.
Favorite baseball moment as a Pioneer or in high school if you are a freshman?
Getting the save against UW-Stout in the conference tournament last year.
If you were a superhero what would your name be and what superpower would you have?
Easy A, I would be able to get As on all my tests without studying.
Pre-game rituals or game day superstitions:
None
Describe yourself in 3 words.
Helpful, Funny, Optimistic
What advice would you give to future Pioneers?
Don’t regret anything after you’re don’t playing. Push yourself to the limit every chance you get.
If you won a million dollars what would you buy?
A lifetime supply of chicken wings from Quaker Steak and Lube
What is one thing you would put on your bucket list?
Win a Home Talent title with the Muscoda Mudcats
What place would you like to visit most?
Muscoda, Wisconsin
What are your hobbies away from baseball?
Hanging out with friends, watching my brother play sports, and being able to dominate anyone in Madden.
Favorite sports team/player?
Green Bay Packers/ Jackie Moon
Favorite movie?
Semi-Pro
Do you have any pets? If yes, what kind and what are their names?
Eddy-Cat Tessie-Dog
If you could be any animal, what would you be and why?
Dog, I would love to hop up on the table and eat everyone’s food.
Is there anything you like to eat or any food combination you have been called "weird" for liking?
Pepperoni pizza with sour cream
Last Updated: 5/12/22
