Marietta College Athletics

Coach Brewer says: “Mike is the toughest guy in the program. He is the definition of ‘grit’ and we love him because of that. With continued improvement on reads and angles in the outfield, as well as consistency in moving the baseball offensively, Mike should be a strong candidate for the starting right field job.”

2017: earned his second varsity letter after appearing in 38 games and making 37 starts primarily in centerfield … Had 11 multiple-hit games … Hit first career home run at Baldwin Wallace on April 9th … Led the team with two home runs and nine stolen bases.

2016: Earned his first varsity letter after appearing in 39 games and making 31 starts primarily in left field ... Recorded nine multiple-hit games including going 4-for-4 against Lynchburg on Feb. 26th ... Was named to the NCAA South Region All-Tournament Team after going 3-for-4 in Marietta’s two games.

2015: Played in 31 games making 13 starts ... Had first career base hit against St. John Fisher on March 8th ... Drove in two runs against Wabash on March 13th ... Recorded five multiple-hit games.

Personal:
• Son of Lisa and Rich Barnabei
• Born on August 8, 1995
• Favorite professional athlete: Derek Jeter
• Favorite sports movie: Moneyball