Recruiting Coordinator Adam Revelette of Saint Louis University shared some insight into his recruiting process and offered some advice for players who want to play college baseball. The Billikens are an NCAA Division I school that competes in the Atlantic 10 Conference. The Billikens have compiled an impressive 5 Regular Season Conference Championships and 8 NCAA Tournament Appearances, as recent as 2018.
“Grades matter!”
– Coach Revelette, Saint Louis University
Quick Facts
| School: | Saint Louis University |
| Division: | NCAA Division I |
| Conference: | Atlantic 10 Conference |
| Location: | Saint Louis, MO |
| Student Population: | 13,000 |
| Website: | slubillikens.com |
| Twitter: | @SLUBaseball |
| Questionnaire: | Recruit Questionnaire |
Recruiting Q&A – with Recruiting Coordinator Adam Revelette
What are your typical scouting methods?
Summer ball, JC fall ball.
How do you recommend players contact you if they are interested in your program?
Come to camp.
If a player contacts you, what are you most interested in?
Video
Any general advice for players that want to play college baseball?
Consider every level.
Any other comments about your program that you’d like to share?
Grades matter!
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Program Overview – Billikens Baseball
Led by Head Coach Darin Hendrickson, the Saint Louis Billikens have been a powerhouse in the Atlantic 10 Conference over the past decade. With many 30+ win seasons, Coach Hendrickson has built a nationally recognized program that competes year in and year out and consistently produces MLB draft picks.
The Billikens play at the beautiful Billiken Sports Center, located minutes away from the heart of downtown St. Louis. The Billiken Sports Center features an artificial turf infield as well as an indoor hitting and pitching facility and locker room off the right field line.
The resources available to student-athletes at Saint Louis University are unmatched. Student-athletes have access to sports nutrition and medicine professionals. Along with academic advising, sports performance, and psychology resources, student-athletes will have access to all of this in the O’Loughlin Family Champions Center, a $20 million facility set to open in 2023.
Interested players, keep an eye on upcoming camp announcements as Coach Revelette mentioned, that is a great way to introduce yourself and learn more about the program.
School Overview – SLU
St. Louis University is a private, Jesuit university located in St. Louis, Missouri. Founded in 1818, it is one of the oldest universities west of the Mississippi River and the second-oldest Jesuit university in the country. The university has a rich history and is known for its commitment to academic excellence, social justice, and community service.
The university has a strong commitment to research and innovation, and invests in cutting-edge technology and facilities to support student learning and faculty research. St. Louis University has research centers and institutes dedicated to areas such as cancer research, environmental sustainability, and social justice. The university also has a thriving entrepreneurial ecosystem, including the Billiken Entrepreneurship Program and the Center for Entrepreneurship and Innovation, which provide students with resources and opportunities to develop and launch their own startups.
St. Louis University has a total enrollment of 12,000 students, including 10,000 undergraduate students and 2,000 graduate students. The university offers over 90 undergraduate programs and more than 60 graduate programs in various fields such as arts and sciences, business, education, engineering, health sciences, law, nursing, and public health. The university also offers a number of dual-degree programs and interdisciplinary programs, allowing students to tailor their education to their specific interests and goals.
St. Louis University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and has received numerous accolades and rankings for its academic programs and student experience. The university is ranked among the top 100 national universities by U.S. News & World Report and is recognized as a “Best Midwestern College” by The Princeton Review. The university has also been recognized for its commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, and has received a Higher Education Excellence in Diversity Award from INSIGHT Into Diversity magazine.
The campus of St. Louis University is located in the heart of the city, just minutes away from downtown St. Louis. The campus covers more than 150 acres and features state-of-the-art facilities, including residence halls, athletic facilities, a student center, libraries, and classrooms. The university is also home to a number of student organizations, clubs, and activities, providing students with opportunities to get involved in the campus community and pursue their interests.
In addition to its academic and research programs, St. Louis University is known for its commitment to community service and social justice. The university has a long history of service and engagement, and encourages students to engage in service projects and volunteer work both on and off campus. The university also has a number of initiatives and programs dedicated to promoting social justice and creating a more just and equitable world, including the Center for Service and Community Engagement and the Justice and Peace Studies Program.
In conclusion, St. Louis University is a dynamic and vibrant university that provides students with a high-quality education, opportunities for research and innovation, and a commitment to social justice and community service. With its rich history, diverse student body, and state-of-the-art facilities, St. Louis University is an ideal place for students who want to pursue their education, grow as individuals, and make a positive impact on the world.
Closing Remarks
First of all, we’d like to thank Coach Revelette for providing some insight into his recruiting process and sharing advice for athletes. We absolutely agree that grades are extremely important and open up the door for many opportunities during the recruiting process. By players showing they can excel in the classroom, it shows coaches they are accountable, hard-working, and can balance the life of a student-athlete. This is something that many coaches have preached in other Program Spotlights. On that note, considering all levels is another piece of advice Coach Revelette mentioned which is also a common theme among other coaches. There are great programs at all levels and finding the right fit academically, athletically, financially, and socially, should all be considered over just level of division.
Again, thank you to Coach Revelette, and best of luck to the Billikens in their upcoming season!
