Victoriavillois Nathan Landry is finalizing his preparation for his debut with the University of Missouri Tigers in the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) First Division. He is more motivated than ever to take on his new challenge.
The left-handed pitcher began another stage in his career by starting his college career. He says he was well received by his new teammates. “My first few months have been amazing. I thought I was in major league baseball because we are so well treated and the campus is beautiful. There are also a lot of veterans who are there to mentor us, so I was spoiled. “
It was also an academic adjustment for the freshman in the business school. “My building was close to everything so I couldn’t have asked for better to start. I was having classes in a large auditorium with several hundred students for the first time in my life. It was quite different, but everything was fine. I chose a program that is right on my back and I really love it. “
He is very impressed with everything that is available to him to become the best baseball player possible. “In the lower levels, you learn more to develop your work ethic. Here, technology is very present and it allows us to support our efforts. The different devices complement our work habits well. It’s really nice to have access to all of this. “
In the field, the team trained throughout the fall. Landry is proud of his progress and how he has stood out. “For the first time in my career, I had no idea what role awaited me. From the start, I was placed in a potential starting group so that motivated me even more. I trained all fall as a starter. I am very happy with what I have demonstrated. He even had the opportunity to play two preparatory games. In five innings of work, he allowed only a meager point to his opponents.
His NCAA Premier Division rookie season kicks off on February 18. The first few weeks will be decisive, as Landry and five other pitchers battle for the three available positions within the starting rotation. “I see it as healthy competition that will keep everyone involved and healthy. I’ve stepped out of my comfort zone here and that’s what I’ll still have to do to get a starter position. “
The Southeastern Conference (SEC) games will then begin on March 18, when the Tigers cross swords with the Vanderbilt University Commodores.
