Roberts Wesleyan Redhawks

2024

• Did not appear in a game in 2024

2023

• Conference Carolinas Presidential Honor Roll
• College Debut at Lenoir-Rhyne
• Five relief appearances as a freshman combining for 2.1 innings pitched
• Batting average against .222

HIGH SCHOOL

• Attended Abbeville High School where he graduated in 2022
• Received the Glenn Ferguson Award and "All About the A " Award as a senior 
• Peach Ridge & Emerald Classic Academic Team (2021-2022)
• Diamond Prospects All-State Academic Team (2022)
• Team became the region and district champions after going 23-8 during his senior year
• Named the JV Co-MVP his freshman season

PERSONAL

• Born December 6, 2003 to Donald and Tammy Chappell
• His father, Donald Chappell, played baseball at SWU from 1985-89
• Majoring in Physical Education

What are your goals for the upcoming season? 
"To continue to grow as a player, teammate, and man."

Why did you choose SWU? 
"I felt SWU was a place I could grow both academically and spiritually. My dad also played baseball at SWU so I was excited to follow in his footsteps."

What is your favorite thing about SWU? 
"I enjoy the small campus and welcoming atmosphere."

Why is your sport important to you? 
"Baseball has introduced me to some amazing people, gave me many unforgettable memories, and taught me important life lessons along the way."

Who is your greatest influence in life? Why? 
"My dad. I know many guys will say their dad, but after nearly losing my dad to cancer and watching him fight for his life for years, I learned to enjoy every moment with him. I can honestly say he is my best friend."

Where do you want to be in 5 years? 
"I hope to be teaching and coaching in South Carolina."

Do you have a nickname? What is it? 
"Rusty."

How did you get your nickname? 
"My sister, who is eight years older than me, chose the name Rusty for me before I was born. My parents has chosen another name but by the time I was born, everyone had already started calling me Rusty."

Who is your favorite athlete? 
"CM Punk."

What is your favorite food? 
"Impossible Burgers."