John's sporting prowess was recognised early in his career when he was signed in 1998, as a 16 year old by the Baltimore Orioles. An intelligent pitcher who used pinpoint control combined with a curve and circle change, John was more interested in out thinking a batter than blowing fastballs by him. Due to a shoulder injury early in his international career his fastballs rarely exceeded 85 mph. John was selected to represent Australia at the Athens Olympic Games in 2004, winning Silver and would be selected as a member of the Australian 2006 World Baseball team.
- Status: Pending1998As a 16 year old signed by the Baltimore Orioles.
Beginnings
John's early years were spent in First Avenue, Berala and his junior days were spent with Condell Park Junior Baseball Club in the Bankstown Association (U8's U12's). He represented Bankstown and played in NSWJBL that toured Melbourne.
Achievements
In 2001 John was part of the Australian National team who played in Taiwan and awarded the MVP for the series. As well as playing for the Bowie Baysox / Rochester Red Wings and named as anEastern League All-Star and pitcher of the year..
He played in three games in Athens where Australia took the silver medal. Pitching 16.1 innings, the most of any Australian pitcher. His action on the mound included the final against Cuba, which the Ausralians lost 6-2.
Post Representation
John retired from representation in 2006 and now lives in Sarasota, Florida USA.