Jared Kampf
Peoria, Ariz.
Class of 2022
Why did you chose Central?
Central had great academics that allowed for hands-on experience and gave me the ability to work one-on-one with the professors. Also, it allowed me to continue my baseball career.
Favorite professor and why?
My favorite professor is Crystal Bruntz because I can talk to her about anything.
You’re majoring in accounting because?
I love to crunch the numbers
Besides athletics, what else are you involved in on campus?
Nothing at the moment
Who are your go-to musical artists?
I’m a big Drake, Kid Cudi, and Kevin Gates fan.
How has attending Central and playing a sport impacted your life?
It has allowed me to grow as a person. I’ve learned to become more organized, along with it improving my time management skills.
Which is harder: playing baseball in 30 degrees in Iowa in March or playing baseball in 100 degrees in Arizona in July?
Playing in 30 degrees in Iowa in March is a lot harder because I can’t feel the ball to throw it.
What is the best Halloween costume you ever had?
As an 8-year-old, I was a mobster with a fake cigar and tommy gun.
List in order the best MLB stadiums you’ve been to, first to worst.
San Diego Padres, Cleveland Indians, and Arizona Diamondbacks
Favorite gas station snack
Powder donuts
Favorite TV Show
Yellowstone
What’s it like to play for Coach Klunder?
Coach Klunder is a great coach and leader on the field, but an even better man off the field. I can go talk to him about anything going on in my life and he will listen and give me advice.
What’s your favorite part about being a member of the baseball team at Central College?
Just being around the guys and enjoying the relationships I’ve built over the years.
What do you hope to be doing 10 years from now?
I want to be retired, sitting on a floatie in the ocean with a drink in my hand surrounded by my family.
Favorite food from Central Market
Cook to order Brisket quesadilla
Bucket list
Travel the world
Purchase a home in Puerto Rico
Become a part owner of the Cleveland Browns
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