University of Houston Athletics
Michael Goodnight- Baseball Player of the Week
2/9/2010 12:00:00 AM | Baseball
Feb. 9, 2010
HOUSTON - Each week during the 2010 season, the University of Houston baseball team will feature one member of its team as the Player of the Week. The goal of having a Player of the Week is to give fans a chance to get to know the Cougars off the field.
This week's featured player is sophomore pitcher Michael Goodnight. The Houston native was named to the 2009 Conference USA All-Freshman Team. He finished his freshman campaign with a 4.43 ERA and 58 strikeouts in 65 innings. Goodnight registered career-highs in innings (8.1) and strikeouts (10) in a 4-1 win over UAB on May 21, 2009.
Get to know No. 45 Michael Goodnight
Why did you come to Houston?
I have lived here all my life and it was a great opportunity to make me a better baseball player.
What is your favorite part about the game?
Stepping on the mound and knowing its one-on-one with you and the batter.
What has been your favorite moment in a Cougar uniform?
Pitching in the Conference USA Tournament in 2009.
What is your major and why did you choose it?
Sports Administration- I want to play pro ball and then become a successful head coach.
What is one food you can't live without?
Cereal
What is on TV show you can watch over and over?
24
What are the most played songs on your IPOD?
Chicken Fried
Getting You Home
White Trash Story
Don't Stop Believing
Sweet Emotion
What was the last book that you read? Was it for business or pleasure?
Holes. Pleasure
Is there any player that you try to mold your game after?
Roger Clemens because he was competitive and came right after you.
What is your favorite non-baseball sport?
Golf because of the challenges it brings.
What is one memory that you won't forget after your time at Houston?
Getting my first collegiate start.
