AFTON KOCH

Afton Koch is from the town of Chanhassen, Minnesota which is just southwest of Minneapolis. Afton graduated from Jordan high school in 2023 and is 20 years old. He was exposed to Jesus at a young age, which he is so thankful for! His parents raised him in the church but his faith didn't become real to him until he was a sophomore in high school. At a young age, he also began playing baseball, playing travel and club ball, at Jordan High School, and now coming off his redshirt freshmen year at Rockhurst University in Kansas City, Missouri. In his free time, he enjoys traveling, exploring God's creation, hitting baseballs, and spending time with family and friends.

Height: 6’1”

Weight: 195 lbs

Position: INF/OF

Throws/Bats: Right/Left

Hometown: Chanhassen, MN

School/Graduation Year: Rockhurst University - 2026

Major/Degree: Mechanical Engineering

Favorites:

• Food: Mac and Cheese

• Movie: Star Wars

• Music/Artist: SEU Worship

• MLB Team: Minnesota Twins

• MLB Player: Tommy Edman

• Fun Fact: A few years back, Afton broke his elbow while swimming in a river at Zion National Park

• Verse: Matthew 10:39