Teams 
Q: To who or what do you attribute your continued success and improvement each season? - David Boitos, Santa Rosa, CA
A: There are so many people who have contributed, but I think it all boils down to one ultimate power source that allowed me to be involved with certain people in my life. The hitting coaches, bench coaches, managers, high school coaches, junior college coaches, and my pastor of my church, have all contributed to who I am now. I cannot give just one person credit, because it is a large combination.
Q: What is necessary to make it to Big Leagues? What would you say are the biggest differences competing at the Major League level compared to earlier in your professional career? - Gary Miller, New London, CT
A: In the Big Leagues you need more of a desire and a passion. At this stage if you are not passionate about playing the sport every single day at the highest level, it would be tough to play and have success. As a player you always want to get better, because there is always someone out there working hard who wants to get you out on the field, so you need a desire for this game.
Q: I think you have mentioned that the "H.S." you sign with your name stands for Holy Spirit. If so how do you think the Holy Spirit helps you as a player on and off the field? - Gordon Lum, Oakland
A: The "H.S." stands for Holy Spirit, which is really my strength and with him there is nothing that I cannot do. The Holy Spirit is the reason why I have been able to do what I have been doing on the field. I went from sitting on the bench and not playing at all, to playing more and becoming one of the top players in the league, due to the Holy Spirit. Off the field it gives me assurance and peace of mind to not worry about conditions in my life. It is assurance that everything is going to work out.
Q: Who or what inspired you to be a baseball player? - Katilyn Covione, Clayton
A: Baseball originally started with my uncle. He was my biggest promoter of baseball and was the one who gave me my first bat and glove. He taught me to work hard and swing the bat everyday because there would always be someone working harder.
Q: Who has made the most impact on you baseball career? - Terri Egioan, Visalia
A: My mother. She told me something when I was 11 years old, she said, "you can do all things through Christ." From that point those were the only words I held onto when times got tough. I told myself, "I can do all things," even when people said I was too small, not strong enough and would not make. Even now, I apply those words and use them daily.
Q: Growing up did you idolize other speedsters such as former Athletic Rickey Henderson? - Mikey Wittman, San Marc
A: That is hard to say. Growing up, I was more of a football guy and the players who were big on my list were guys like Barry Sanders and Deion Sanders, but Rickey was definitely up there among those.
Q: What are the key factors you consider before attempting a base steal? - Rob Postar, Emeryville
A: Number one, Can I steal? Is the pitcher quick to the plate? Does he have a quick move to first base? Finally, how is the catcher?
Q: What do you do to mentally prepare yourself for the game? - Brenda Ceasar, Fairfield
A: Before each game I like to visualize and get time alone, where I can focus on what I need to do in that particular game.
Q: What routine do you use to stay in shape in the off season? - Nick Gardella, Los Altos
A: I am fortunate enough to have a trainer, so I trust him in putting a routine together for me and whatever he does is good with me.
Q: From watching the games on TV I've heard that you've become the team barber. How did you acquire that position? - Tenisha Proctor, Rohnert Park
A: It really comes down to the results and the excellence the guys noticed from yours truly. I started cutting hair when I was in junior high and from there I went on doing it in pro ball. Everyone needed a cut and no one wanted to pay, so I used the opportunity to practice and eventually my skills got better, "barber shop style." It was tough to deny the work I was doing because the guys were looking real fresh and clean so over time they began giving me tips.
