· One of FAMU Baseball’s most decorated pitchers, Willie J. Mitchell excelled on the mound thanks to an aura of mental toughness and physical durability, as well as a great love for the game.
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· During his collegiate career, Mitchell’s penchant for hard work led to him establishing numerous season and career marks, many of which remain untouched after nearly three decades in the books.
Included among the honors won by Mitchell at FAMU were: Freshman of the Year (1983), Outstanding Pitcher and Most Valuable Player (1986).
His individual Pitching records included: Most Innings Pitched - 137.2 (in 20 games) - (1986); Most Pitching Victories - 11 (in 20 games) - (1986); Most Pitching Decisions - 17 (in 20 games, 11-6) - (1986); Most Games Pitched – 20 (1986); Most Strikeouts - 96 (in 20 games) - (1986).
Also in 1984, he led the team in Doubles, 6; Games Played, 47; and Triples, 6.
· After graduation in 1986, Mitchell took a stab at professional baseball, signing with the Cincinnati Reds organization, before joining up with Tallahassee area semi-pro leagues.
Mitchell is an area businessman, who is heavily involved with area youth. Mitchell is a volunteer pitching coach for local underserved little league baseball camps. He not only financially supports the local programs, but he also serves as a father-figure and tremendous role model to the children.
