Nathaniel Lowe has always known his value. Even when others didn't.
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. — Nathaniel Lowe was embarrassed. The letters he typed up — expressing his interest in playing for college programs — read a bit like a Mad Lib.
Dear Coach ____,
Hi, my name is Nathaniel Lowe, and I'd love to play college baseball at _____. I currently attend Pope High School in Marietta, Georgia.
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