Aasher Gill certainly believes in the power of hard work. He shared with Stroll a mantra he lives by, a quote from the legendary Kobe Bryant: "Hard work outweighs talent every single time." And the evidence of his belief shines through, at least it did recently. Aasher has been a dedicated member of the Bayville Locust Valley travel baseball team (10U) for multiple seasons. This spring, their dedication paid off as they clinched the top spot in the 10U league at the Long Island Hot Stove Championship. Aasher had the honor of taking the mound as the starting pitcher that game, and I'd say the team was lucky to have a pitcher who makes putting in the practice a priority. 

Q: What sports do you play? 

A: Baseball and Squash

Q: How long have you been playing? 

A: 2-3 years

Q: Which one is your favorite? 

A: Baseball

Q: What positions do you play? 

A: Pitcher/second base

Q: Is there a position you hope to play someday as you get better? 

A: Shortstop

Q: What do you enjoy most when playing your favorite sport? 

A: Having fun with my teammates.

Q: What is your proudest moment? 

A: When I was the starting pitcher in the championship baseball game this past spring.

Q: Who do you have to thank for helping you get there? 

A: My dad and all the coaches for teaching me how to play and improve my game.

Q: Who is someone you admire? Why?

A: I admire Gerrit Cole because he is an awesome pitcher and team player. I admire his talent and dedication to the game and his team. He is known for breaking records with an incredible strikeout record, but he is also always helping his teammates out and thinking about ways they can play better together.

Q: What advice do you have for others looking to get into your chosen sport? 

A: Never back down, never give up. Practice every single day. 

Q: Beyond sports, what do you like to do? 

A: I like to go to the beach, go to the movies, and play video games.

Q: If you were to continue practicing your sport, what do you hope to become or accomplish someday? 

A: I would like to become a pitcher for the Yankees or maybe own the team one day.