Tyler Roberts

Position:
inf
Ht./Wt.:
5-10 / 190
Class:
Freshman
Hometown:
Decatur, Tenn.

Outlook for 2008: Strong left-handed bat will enable him, in due time, to battle for a lineup spot. Worked at multiple positions in the fall (catcher, infield and outfield) and coaches look forward to seeing how he develops as they settle on what defensive option fits him best.

Prep: Tabbed a TSWA AA All-State pitcher in 2006 and 2007...2007 TBR Class A/AA Two-Way Team selection...Posted a 10-1 record on the mound with a strong 1.93 ERA and 64 strikeouts...At the plate, he hit .440 with 25 RBI and a home run...Earned TBR All-Two-Way Team honors as a junior in 2006 after hitting .429 with 20 RBI and recording an 8-1 mark with a 1.21 ERA and 51 strikeouts on the mound...Fanned 17 in a career outing vs. Tellico Plains...Played for Team Tennessee in the Tennessee-Georgia Hardee's All-Star Classic...Also lettered as a quarterback on the Meigs County football team.

Personal: Born Tyler Paul Roberts on September 5, 1988...Son of Don and Sarah Roberts...Has one brother, Tad...Major is undecided.