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Quinn Priester’s Athleticism Fuels In-Game Adjustments on the Mound

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INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. – Many people reminisce about their high school football glory days, but far fewer apply those lessons to their current profession.

One fact is evident about Quinn Priester: he takes great pride in his diverse athletic background, having been a high school football state champion in Illinois.

Over the years, through other sports, Priester has gleaned tips that continue to benefit him on the pitcher’s mound today.

“I put a lot of credit toward football and playing basketball, just being an athletic kid growing up,“ Priester said. “It is helped me pick things up and make adjustments quickly in the games.