Plant City Little League’s baseball and softball seasons kicked off nearly a month ago, but AAA Guns & Ammo outfielder Josh Cruz hit the first home run of the season in a 12-2 win on March 6 at Mike Sansone Park.
Tell me about that homer. What team did you hit it against?
Outlaw Aircraft.
When you went up to the plate, what was going on in that game?
We were winning, and then I had no strikes or balls. I swung at the first pitch I saw, and I just hit it. It was a fastball.
Where did you put that homer?
In that tree (next to the Field 3 scoreboard).
How long have you been playing baseball for?
For, like, five or six years.
How old are you?
Eleven years old.
What made you want to play baseball?
It’s a great sport, and you get a lot of exercise. You have a lot of choices to play in baseball.
I see you’ve been playing out in left field. Do you play any other positions?
First base, and the rest of the outfield.
What’s your favorite?
Center field, because I’ve been playing there since tee-ball. I’m better at that.
What’s your favorite pro team?
The Tampa Bay Rays.
Who’s your favorite player?
Wil Myers.
Do you play other sports, besides baseball?
No, just baseball.
Are there any sports you’ve ever wanted to try?
Not really.
What do you think is the coolest thing you’ve ever done on a baseball field?
Hitting that home run, because I didn’t know that that was going out.
What do you like to do for fun when you’re not playing baseball?
When I’m not playing baseball, I have a lot of schoolwork to do. So, I just get my homework done.
What’s your favorite subject in school?
I like math.
What do you like to watch on TV?
Disney XD, Cartoon Network and Nicktoons.
What’s your favorite movie?
The “Diary of a Wimpy Kid” movies.
If you could meet any ballplayer, or anyone you’ve ever looked up to, who would it be?
Evan Longoria.
If you could hang out with Longo for a day, what would you want to do?
Play some baseball.
Do you play any video games?
Yes, Call of Duty.
What are you hoping to do this baseball season, before it’s over?
I’m hoping to play more baseball, and just have fun.
