Gurevitch Is Hit Leader as Sophomore for San Diego

Sophomore slump? Not a chance for University of San Diego infielder and former PPBA All-Star Jack Gurevitch.

After appearing in 49 of San Diego’s 50 total games, starting 34 at first base and 10 as the designated hitter, and earning All-West Coast Conference Freshman Team honors last season, he has picked up right where he left off.

Gurevitch came out of last weekend’s three-game sweep at Pepperdine leading the Toreros in batting average (.381), hits (56) and on- base percentage (.489) in 38 games played (all of which he started) this spring. Entering Tuesday’s home game against San Diego State he had accumulated 35 runs, 10 doubles, one triple, six homers, 27 RBIs, 25 walks and a slugging percentage of .585. On defense he has been just as impressive, holding a .996 fielding percentage with 251 put-outs and only one error.

Gurevitch refined his skills at the Palisades Recreation Center, where he belted numerous home runs while playing Pony All-Star tournaments. He batted .357 and collected 41 hits his senior year at Notre Dame High in Sherman Oaks while earning All-State First Team, Mission League MVP and All-CIF honors. His plate prowess led the Knights to a 25-9-1 record and a CIF title game appearance his senior year. He played travel ball for Garciaparra Baseball Group and the Socal Giants.