2011 Recruit: Jake Busiek, LHP

■ Jake Busiek, LHP
6-2, 180, R/L
Lafayette HS, Eureka, MO

PerfectGame.org lists Busiek as a verbal commit to MU, and I have received independent confirmation of this

■ PerfectGame.org Report from January 2010 World Open Showcase

Jake Busiek is a 2011 LHP/OF with a 6'2'', 180 lb. frame from North Port, FL who attends IMG Academies. Tall slender build, long legs, room to get stronger, projects physically. High leg kick delivery, stays tall and balanced, fluid delivery, tight 3/4's release point, some downhill angle. FB to 78 mph, big sweeping curveball with good bite and spin, some feel for change up. Have seen up to 83 mph in the past, should keep improving.

■ I AM . . . Jake Busiek (blog.imgacademies.com)

I understand what my role is on my team and what I have to do for it to be successful

I say that we have a great squad this year

I dream of being respected and looked up to

I value my family and the people around me

I hope that I can go to a top Division 1 school

I am respectful and responsible

I AM Jake Busiek.