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Athlete Spotlight: Senior Right Fielder Loves Stealing Bases
Mike Tipton has been sharpening his skills since he was just 6.
Name: Mike Tipton
Sport: Dunedin High School Baseball
Class: Senior
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Position: Right field
Key to Awesomeness: Mike Tipton is the lead-off batter for Dunedin High School's varsity baseball team. “Mike is the guy that gets us going,” said Head Coach Tom Hilbert.
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When did you get started playing baseball?
Ever since I was 6-years-old. I started in Palm Harbor Little League. Then I played AAU travel ball and I’ve been on the varsity team for three years.
What is your favorite thing about baseball?
Stealing bases.
What do you consider your career highlight?
Last season at the Dunedin spring tournament, we were down 0-7 and we came back with eight runs in the final inning. I hit a single to start off the inning.
What is the most difficult thing about your sport?
Staying short to the ball on defense. Moving the runner over on offense.
What is your favorite subject in school?
Economics.
What are your plans for college?
I will probably try St. Pete Community College. I want to continue playing somewhere.
