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
6'3"
Age
25
Hometown
Vassar, MI
Quick Facts
- Parents are Greg and Paula Hecht
- Has a sibling, Lauren
- Dream job is to be a MLB player
World Championship Experience
- 2018 WBSC Junior Men's World Championship; Had a .250 on base percentage with one walk and one hit by pitch
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GETTING TO KNOW HECHT
Favorite Hobbies/Activities: Playing sports
Favorite Movie: Remember the Titans
Favorite Meal: Steak and potatoes
Favorite TV Show: SportsCenter
Favorite Professional Sports Team: Detroit Tigers
His Biggest Supporter(s): His parents
Person he most admires: His father because, "He always pushes me to do my best."
Q&A WITH HECHT
What does it mean for you to represent the United States? "I'm humbled and honored to play for an incredible country."
What do you most enjoy about softball? "I enjoy bonding with my teammates, learning from them and playing the game."
How did you get started playing softball? "Don Petro and Corey Haubenstricker helped me get started."
Who were your softball role models growing up? "The Hecht family"
Did you play any other sports growing up? "Baseball, football and basketball"
What is the best piece of advice you ever received? "Word hard and never give up"
What has been your proudest accomplishment? "Making the USA Softball Junior Men's National Team"
What's your personal motto? "Always believe in yourself"
Career Highlights
- Pan American Games, Indianapolis, 1987 (Team - Men)
