Brendan M. Skidmore

What is your hometown?

Franklin, MA

Where did you go to High School?

Franklin High School

Previous Team (If different than high school):

Franklin Panthers

How did you hear about BA?

Online.

What are your goals at BA?

My goals were to get into a great college and to do my best in regards to both baseball and academics.

Where are you looking for college?

I’m committed to Binghamton University in New York.

Is BA different than your high school?  If so, how?

Very different.  It’s a much more controlled environment.  It’s also much more focused and organized.

What is the best thing about BA?

You get to become very close to a bunch of guys- definitely people that we’re gonna be friends with for a long time!

What is the worst thing about BA?

It’s cold.

What activities do you take part in at BA?

Student Leadership,

Experiences: pickup basketball, bowling, disk golf

What activities do you take part in outside of BA?  Hobbies?

I referee baseball.

Who is your role model?

My dad.

What is your favorite book?

The Last Best League, Jim Collins

What is your favorite movie?

The Rookie.

What is your favorite type of music?

My music selection is all over the place.

Who is your favorite band / musician?

Jason Aldean.

What is your favorite sports team?

Red Sox.

Who is your favorite athlete?

Nomar Garciaparra

What is your favorite meal?

The All-American Bacon Cheeseburger with fries.

What is your favorite quote and who said it?

“Love is playing every game as if it was your last.”

- Michael Jordan

What would you like perspective BA students to know?

If you want to come here you need to have the right attitude.  You’ll need to work for everything.  Get ready for a tough year but a year that will definitely pay off for you!