(2003 TBCA Showcase Team) (Blue-Gray Classic VII at the University of Tennessee) 2003 HS stats: Bat Avg. .370 - RBI 20 - HR 0 - SB 28 - 60 Time 6.7) (10-08-03 Birkofer, who said he also drew interest from Western Kentucky and Belmont, among others, will continue a family tradition when he signs with the Blue Raiders. Birkofer's dad, Doug, was MTSU's starting 2B in 1982 when the Blue Raiders came within one win of reaching the College World Series. The switch hitting Birkofer, a two year starter in RF entering his senior year, hit .370 as a junior in helping the Patriots to a 3rd place finish in the TSSAA Class AAA State Tournament. His 60 runs scored were tied for 2nd most in the state, and he stole 27 bases as Oakland's leadoff hitter. He was All-Midstate, All-District 7-AAA in 2003 and he is a two time, All-Area selection. He participated in TeamOne at Notre Dame, The TBCA Showcase at MTSU and the Blue-Gray Showcase at Tennessee.) {BA-PPlus}

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