Erik Ritchie
Telford,PA
Summary
Relief pitcher with professional experience in Major League Baseball, specifically with the Philadelphia Phillies. Holds a Bachelor of Science in Accounting from East Carolina University, combining athletic discipline with analytical skills. Proven leadership abilities developed through competitive sports, ready to apply performance-driven mindset to professional environments.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Professional Relief Pitcher (LHP)
Philadelphia Phillies Organization
Philadelphia, USA
01.2024 - Current
- Drafted by the Philadelphia Phillies in 2024 following collegiate career as a left-handed relief pitcher.
- Competed at professional level, executing game-day responsibilities in high-pressure situations to contribute to team performance.
- Utilized video review and data analytics (velocity, spin rate, pitch sequencing) to enhance preparation for opposing hitters and drive continuous personal improvement.
- Collaborated daily with coaches, trainers, and teammates to maintain peak physical condition and contribute to a winning culture.
- Demonstrated consistent coachability by integrating real time feedback from coaches and applying adjustments immediately.
- Led clubhouse initiatives to support teammates and foster team cohesion, enhancing overall team dynamics.
Collegiate Relief Pitcher (LHP)
East Carolina University Pirates Baseball
Greenville, USA
01.2022 - 01.2024
- Competed for two seasons as a left-handed relief specialist for ECU, one of the premier baseball programs in the country.
- Earned the trust of coaching staff to perform in critical late inning situations requiring composure, focus, and situational awareness.
- Managed a rigorous Division I athletic schedule alongside a full academic course load, ensuring sustained academic eligibility.
- Fostered strong team culture through accountability, mentoring younger players, and leading by example.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
East Carolina University
Greenville, NC12-2025
Skills
- Composure under pressure
- High-performance team environments
- Detail-oriented
- Daily preparation
- Coachable
- Self-starter
- Team collaboration
- Ambitious
Timeline
Professional Relief Pitcher (LHP)
Philadelphia Phillies Organization
01.2024 - Current
Collegiate Relief Pitcher (LHP)
East Carolina University Pirates Baseball
01.2022 - 01.2024
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
East Carolina University