Air Force punter David Baska’s athleticism is unusual, especially for a punter. Last year, he said he had thought of trying out for the Falcons’ baseball team.
So it wasn’t a huge surprise that Baska is playing a second sport (his teammates and coaches say he probably could play a third or fourth). Baska appeared for the Falcons against LSU last weekend, throwing a scoreless inning in relief. Baseball sports information director Nick Arseniak said Baska’s velocity was in the high 80s. He also got an at-bat, reaching base and scoring a run.
Baska will pitch for Air Force, and is also a backup at shortstop and center field. There aren’t many college football punters with that kind of versatility.
David is a very talented athlete. Good luck David. I am sure you will do well! Proud of you and all our USAFA athletes who give so much of their time to excel in sports in addition to excelling as cadets and future Air Force officers!.