April 13, 2010
Senior infielder Louie Picconi was the feature player in the April 9-11 game program against Northwestern. Picconi covers a number of bases in this short Q&A. Check back all season long as different Penn State baseball players continue to "cover the bases."
What is your favorite memory at Penn State?
LP: My freshman year, playing against No. 1 North Carolina. Being down a run in the top of the ninth inning, Rob Yodice came to the plate and hit a game-tying home run with two strikes. We eventually came back to win in the 10th inning. It was unbelievable.
What are you going to miss most about Penn State?
LP: The road trips and the guys I've played with over the years. I've made a lot of close friends and new relationships that I never would have if I didn't come here. Also, all the pranks and good times on the road and memories that we shared.
What are some of your biggest responsibilities as a senior captain?
LP: Trying to keep everyone "up" during a game. And if we're down, to try and talk to some of the younger guys who haven't been here before.
What do you like to do outside of baseball?
LP: I like to surf during the summer. That's one of my favorite things to do. I also like to weight life and hang out with friends and family. Mostly surfing.
How has the constant transition between shortstop and second base been?
LP: It's fine. I played shortstop my whole life, so I'm used to it. I'm still learning the position at second base since I didn't really play there before. It's fine; less stress on my body. It's fun playing either position as long as I'm out there. Whatever the coaches need to give us the best chance to win, I'll do.