Tyler Laverriere is a senior pitcher for the Monks' baseball team and heads into his final collegiate campaign with a 6-2 career record and 77 strikeouts over 72 innings over three NCAA seasons. The 6'4" righthander tossed 3.1 innings of one-hit relief with six K's in a 2012 GNAC Tournament semifinal victory and earned GNAC All-Tournament honors for his efforts.
Bio information
Full name: Tyler Gerard Laverriere
Born when and where? May 6, 1991 in Portland, Maine
Year: Senior
Major: Accounting
Hometown: Biddeford Maine
High School: Biddeford High School
Sport and position: Baseball, pitcher
Favorites
Song: Anything country
Professional Sports Team: Boston Red Sox
Athlete: Trevor Bauer
Food: Lasagna
T.V. Shows: Sports Center, Two and a Half Men and Ridiculousness
Movies: The Rookie, Remember the Titans, Pitch Perfect, Billy Madison, Wedding Crashers and Bull Durham
Book: Francona: The Red Sox Years
Feature Questions
Why did you choose Saint Joseph's College?
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Because of the very close community and for the highly-regarded business and baseball programs.
What is/was your favorite class at St. Joe's and why?
Marketing with Professor Hellenbeck - because he always kept it interesting and I learned a lot.
What was your first job (actually received a paycheck)?
A bus-boy at St. Jeans Hall for my father when he was a bartender there.
Who would you like to trade places for a day with and why?
David Beckham, because he is a god.
What is on your "Bucket List?"
Traveling the World Learn to play the guitar Visit the Grand Canyon
Talent you'd most like to have:
Juggle
What do you drive?
Volvo s60
What is your motto?
Look back and remember, look forward and dream.
Do you have any superstitions before you go into a big game?
I have to wear leggings and long sleeves no matter what the temperature is. I eat three Oreos between each inning.
Why did you choose your jersey #?
It was given to me.
What is your most memorable moment as an athlete at SJC?
Throwing a no-hitter in the snow against Norwich the day before Easter my sophomore year.
Who has had the greatest impact on your life?
My parents and family.
Can you tell us something about you that most people don't know?
I don't do well with heights.
Where do you see yourself in five years?
I see myself as a certified public accountant, living in the New England area.
If you could meet anyone (past or present) who would it be and why?
Mohamed Ali - because is an inspiration to many people.
What are your hobbies?
Golfing, playing cribbage, water skiing, camping, spending time with friends and family, etc
What is your ideal day away from athletics?
A day of relaxing with friends and family.
Do you plan on playing sports or coaching after you graduate?
Yes, I would love to continue playing baseball. I can also see myself as a coach in the future.
What are your personal and team goals for this season?
To be better than we were last year. Personally, to stay healthy throughout the year.
