For Atticus Booth, baseball has always been a family affair. “I started playing t-ball when I was four years old,” he shared. “My brother, Tully, and our neighbors, Kenneth and Raymond Garland, always played some sort of ball at the park.” That early exposure to the game built a foundation for a love of baseball that has continued to grow.
The people who inspire him the most also share deep ties to the sport. “My brother Tully was a huge influence on me, and my dad was my first coach,” Atticus said. When it comes to professional players, his favorite is Buster Posey, a standout known for his skill and sportsmanship.
Team chemistry is something Atticus takes pride in. “It’s the best chemistry I’ve seen and been a part of in my three years of high school baseball,” he said. That unity fuels the team’s ambition to not only return to the state tournament but to win it all. “Obviously, we expect to be in the state tournament, and we want to win the last game this year,” he added.
Atticus’s versatility has been key to his success. “Last year I played multiple positions, and you have to be ready to do what the team needs you to do,” he explained. Preparation is just as important mentally as it is physically. “To prepare, I just tried to relax the best I could.”
Reflecting on challenges, Atticus recalled a tough game against Midwest City. “I made several errors last season, and I just told myself I had to think about the team and I didn’t want to let them down anymore.” That determination has led to standout moments like his first home run against Lawton MacArthur. “It was a very exciting moment for me,” he said.
Looking ahead, Atticus is focused on his goals. “I see myself in a college classroom, working a job and going to college,” he shared. “Obviously, it would be great to play at the next level, but that’s something few players get to do.”
For younger players, Atticus has simple yet impactful advice: “Don’t let anyone tell you that you can’t play the game. Just work hard and let the cards fall where they may.”
