Countdown To Opening Day (23 Days): Mott Hyde

Jan. 25, 2012

The Georgia Tech baseball team begins the 2012 season Friday, Feb. 17 when it opens play in the Rock Hill Coca-Cola Classic at Winthrop. Stay tuned to RamblinWreck.com and meet all 33 Yellow Jackets with the “Countdown to Opening Day” series.

Mott Hyde
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SS/2B | R-R | 5-11 | 181 | Sophomore | Calhoun, Ga. (Calhoun)

RW.com: List three words that describe you…
Mott Hyde: Funny, Outgoing, Lovable

RW: Name one thing that fans don’t know about you…
MH: I love the outdoors

RW: Why did you choose Georgia Tech?
MH: Great baseball, great education

RW: What is the best piece of advice that a coach gave you?
MH: Relax and have fun

RW: What would be your ultimate sports center highlight…
MH: Winning the Nathan’s Hot Dog Eating Contest

RW: What player, if any, do you pattern your game after?
MH: C.C. Sabathia

RW: What is your dream job?
MH: Pianist

RW: What is the reason behind your uniform number?
MH: I’ve always had it

RW: Name the most interesting place you’ve visited.
MH: Saudi Arabia

RW: Biggest accomplishments…
MH: Making ESPN SportsCenter’s Top 10 and winning a state championship

RW: Who is the most famous person you’ve ever met?
MH: Charlie Sheen

RW: Interests outside of baseball…
MH: Playing Call of Duty, Golfing, Hunting