Parker Smith Joins GU Baseball

11/10/2021 4:57:00 PM | Baseball

SPOKANE, Wash. — Gonzaga baseball announced the signing of local 2022 prospect Parker Smith to a National Letter of Intent Wednesday, one of seven to sign with the Bulldogs on National Signing Day.

Parker Smith
RHP | Spokane Valley, Wash. | Central Valley HS

Smith is the third Spokane native signing with GU this fall, a four-year letterman from Central Valley rated as the No. 24 2022 prospect in the state by Baseball Northwest. The righty touts a 3.9 GPA and was invited to the PACNW and BBNW games this past summer after a spring spent as the Bears' most-used starter, leading CV to an appearance in the 4A State playoffs.

"I chose Gonzaga because I will get a great education while being a part of a great baseball program," Smith said.

Machtolf on Smith: "Another local product who we have had on our radar for a long time. Parker has a great three-pitch mix and we feel has a chance to make an early impact."