Q&A with St. Louis Commit Craig Ringe
May 9, 2026
We recently had the chance to talk to Ringe 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?
Craig: I wasn’t really sure what to expect. I was really just looking for the opportunity to play at the next level no matter where or how.
PB: What do you like most about the program you chose, and what were the key factors in making your decision?
C: I really like the coaching staff and the facilities are very strong.
PB: What advice would you give to young baseball players striving to get where you are?
C: Always have good body language because college recruiters are watching how you fail.
PB: Did location or distance from home play a factor in your decision?
C: Yes, because I like being close enough so my family can go to the games, but I also like feeling like I am on my own a bit.
PB: When did the recruiting process really start to heat up for you? Where did the school you committed to first see you play?
C: My junior year summer is when it really started to heat up. SLU first watched me play at Grand Park in Indianapolis.
PB: Was there a particular Prep Baseball tournament or showcase that helped accelerate your recruiting process? If yes, how so?
C: The Future Games really put me on the map just because of how many coaches are there.
PB: What other schools were on your short list before you made your final decision?
C: The University of Central Missouri and Dartmouth.
PB: Who is the best player you have faced in your state? What about them makes for a tough opponent?
C: Eli Skidmore. He had a very good fastball and worked really fast on the mound.
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?
C: Levi Fieser's athleticism.
PB: Who is the next talented young player to keep an eye on out of your high school or travel program?
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?
C: My freshman year summer was when I started realizing I had a good chance.
PB: What is the most memorable moment in your baseball career to this point?
C: In a summer game last year, I hit a home run in my first at bat at SLU's field.
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