After Big Summer For Softball, Ali Aguilar Ready To Lead A Young U.S. Team Into Pan Am Games
Aguilar, who recently began a side career as a teacher, is one of five players back from the 2021 U.S. Olympic Team.
Athlete Bio#
Height
5' 8"
Age
27
Hometown
Myerstown, PA
Height: 5' 8"
Position: Infield
B/T: R/R
Hometown: Myerstown, Pa.
ASA Fast Pitch Teams played for: R M Kurtz Enterprise
Team Awards/Championships earned: Batting Champion C Nationals 2015
GETTING TO KNOW MATTHEW
Favorite Movie: Perfect Game
Favorite Sport (besides softball): Baseball and Soccer
Favorite Meal/Snack: Chicken, potatoes, and corn
Best Vacation you've ever had: Florida with my family
Best Advice you've received: Play every game like it's your last
What person supports you the most: My Dad
Role Model: Jimmy Rollins
Goals in life: To teach the less fortunate about baseball
What does it mean for you to represent your country at this level? It's an honor to represent my country doing what I love playing softball.
What you do enjoy the most about fast pitch softball? The quick pace of the game and the challenge it brings.
How did you get started in fast pitch?
I grew up playing baseball and watched my dad play softball many years. My cousins invited me to play and I couldn't say no.
ONE LAST THING:
Last person I had dinner with: My parents
Last gift I bought: Christmas gift for my family
Last movie you watched: Division 3
Last website I visited: YouTube
Last splurge: Bought my car
