Jayvien Gomez is a rising baseball talent making waves as a shortstop for the New England Scorpions. Known for his leadership on the field and relentless work ethic, Jayvien brings passion, focus, and heart to every game he plays. What started as a childhood love for the sport at age five has grown into a disciplined journey toward greatness. Whether he’s fielding ground balls, hitting in the cage, or trusting in his faith during tough moments, Jayvien is all-in on his dream to make it to college baseball and eventually the MLB.

How did you first get started playing?
I first started playing baseball when I was five years old.

What position do you play, and what do you love most about it?
I play shortstop, and what I love most about the position is that it requires leadership.

Who introduced you to the sport or inspired your passion for the game?
My father introduced me to the sport and inspired my passion for the game.

What’s been your most memorable moment on the field so far?
My most memorable moment on the field was when I hit 28 home runs in a season last year.

How has your game evolved since you first started playing?
My game has evolved a lot because I now practice every single day.

What does a typical training week look like for you during the season?
I usually have a game on Monday, infield practice on Tuesday, and I hit every day until Thursday. Then I typically have games on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.

What’s one skill you’ve worked hardest to improve?
The skills I’ve worked hardest to improve are my infield defense and hitting.

How do you handle slumps or rough stretches during the season?
When I go through slumps, I practice even harder and connect with God.

Do you play or train year-round, or take time off in the offseason?
I train year-round and don’t take time off in the offseason.

What do you value most about being part of your team?
What I value most is being a leader on the field.

How do you balance individual performance with team goals?
I balance both by always putting my team first.

Who’s a teammate that inspires or pushes you to be better?
A teammate who pushes me to be better is my dad.

What’s the toughest team or player you’ve faced, and why?
The toughest pitcher I’ve ever faced was Dylan McCants. His fastball moves in on you like a snake, and he’s very uncomfortable to hit off.

How do you respond to pressure in high-stakes moments?
In high-pressure moments, I respond by putting my faith in God.

What has the sport taught you about life beyond the field?
Baseball has taught me to be grateful for everything I have, no matter how small.

How do you stay motivated when things get tough?
When things get tough, I stay motivated by turning to the Bible.

Who is a role model or professional athlete you look up to and why?
I look up to Francisco Lindor because I study his fielding and try to field just like him.

What are your goals moving forward in your athletic career?
My goals are to play college baseball and eventually make it to the MLB.

If you could give advice to a younger player just starting out, what would it be?
My advice would be to practice every day and play on the field like it’s your last day.

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