Q&A with Missouri Commit Nolan Sissom
April 11, 2026
INF/C Nolan Sissom (Fort Zumwalt West) is one of the premier bats in the state’s senior class, currently ranked No. 6 overall and No. 353 nationally. The left-handed hitter features one of the most polished swings in the state, combining high-level bat-to-ball skills with a natural feel for the barrel and gap-to-gap power. Defensively, Sissom is advanced both on the infield and behind the plate.
We recently had the chance to talk to Robertson about his recruitment process, along with some other fun topics, below.
Our Q&A
Prep Baseball: What were your expectations about the recruiting process? What were you looking for out of a college program to continue your baseball career at?
Nolan: The most important trait I looked for in a college was the coaching staff. How they treat players, their plan to develop, and their philosophy.
PB: What do you like most about the program you chose, and what were the key factors in making your decision?
N: The coaching staff at Mizzou was a perfect fit for me because of how easy it was to build a relationship with myself and my family. It felt like a family when I talk to them and when I was on my visit. Another factor that stuck out was the way they viewed the game and planned to develop their players.
PB: What advice would you give to young baseball players striving to get where you are?
N: To focus on learning the game, developing with the right people, and continue to love the game because that’s why you kept playing.
PB: Did location or distance from home play a factor in your decision?
N: 100%, being able to stay close to my family played a factor in my recruiting process. I wouldn’t be the baseball player I am today without my family, coaches, and teammates so being close to home was a big deal. It was also a dream to play at Mizzou being my home state.
PB: When did the recruiting process really start to heat up for you? Where did the school you committed to first see you play?
N: The recruiting process started early for me before the rule changed. They saw me at the Junior Future Games first. After that I got a camp invite and got my offer to play, then committed pretty soon after.
PB: Was there a particular Prep Baseball tournament or showcase that helped accelerate your recruiting process? If yes, how so?
N: The Junior Future Games would be my choice because it was the biggest exposure I had for recruiting.
PB: What other schools were on your short list before you made your final decision?
N: I only ever had a phone call or two with Tennessee before I committed to Mizzou. I never really had any other serious considerations other than Mizzou because it was my dream to play there.
PB: Who is the best player you have faced in your state? What about them makes for a tough opponent?
N: Brody Irlbeck was the toughest pitcher I have faced because he pounded the zone with 3 pitchers consistently.
PB: If you could steal any tool or quality from another player in the state, what would it be and who would it be from?
N: It would be cool to be a dominant pitcher. The way Grayden Seuferling handles himself on the mound and the way he dominates hitters.
PB: Who is the next talented young player to keep an eye on out of your high school or travel program?
N: Michael Wolff. He is a very talented player with all tools for the next level. He plays a top level outfield with a very good bat that would be good in many college lineups.
PB: At what point in your career did you realize you were a college-caliber player and became serious about taking your game to the next level?
N: My freshman year in high school after having a successful year helped me realize I can play at the next level and compete with the best.
PB: What is the most memorable moment in your baseball career to this point?
N: As a team winning our district and quarterfinal games to advance to state. But as a player hitting a home run in my first at bat back from injury was a really cool moment for me.
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