Courtesy of Coppin State Athletic Communications


Corey Treyes has shattered the record books at Coppin State as he holds the school record with 17 saves, which is seven more than any other Eagles player. A switch-hitter and right-handed pitcher, Treyes has been one of the top two-way players in the MEAC and the Region the last three seasons, earning placement on the John Olerud Award Watch List and NCBWA Stopper of the Year Watch List in 2019 and 2020. As a junior in 2019, Treyes was a Third Team All-MEAC selection at Third Base after hitting .330 during conference play from the leadoff spot. On the mound, 15 of his saves came the last two seasons, including a Coppin State single-season record eight saves in 2018.
 
Q: Why Did You Choose Coppin State?
I chose Coppin State because I was lucky enough to have the opportunity to be a two-way player as a pitcher and infielder, and I felt like I could be a positive impact to the program.
 
Q: What is your Major and what would you like to do with it after graduation?                     
My major is sport management and I plan on working with a sports company in sales to universities
 
Q: Are there any professors, faculty or staff members at Coppin that have made a lasting impact on you (Who & Why)?
The coaching staff at Coppin had made an impact while I was at Coppin. They care for me more than just an athlete.
 
Q: Did you play any other sports growing up and what made you decide on baseball? Who were your favorite athletes growing up and why?
I played football, basketball, and wrestled all until high school. I picked baseball because I made varsity freshman year and thought it was what I was most talented at. My favorite athletes growing up were Tim Tebow, Chase Utley, and Kobe Bryant. 
 
Q: What was your favorite memory from playing baseball at Coppin State?
My favorite memory from Coppin is winning the North Division in 2018 and going 18-4 in conference play.
 
Q: Is there anything that you have learned so far in regard to this global epidemic with COVID-19 and will it cause you to change anything in your life?
Yes, never taking anything for granted. Play every game like it's your last and cherish all the little things like the bus rides and team activities. It will change my outlook on life
 
Q: What are songs that are on your Quarantine Playlist?
I have a lot of country and hip hop. All of it being feel good music to brighten the situation.
 
Q: The NCAA Committee granted eligibility relief to all student-athletes who participate in spring sports. What would getting an extra year to play baseball mean to you?
It means a lot, but as of right now I'm not too sure if I will be continuing my baseball career.