One of the top baseball prospects in the 2024 MLB Draft, Iowa pitcher Brody Brecht has made his name known with his fastball that has been clocked at 104 MPH. A former two sport athlete, Brody was a star both on the football and baseball field. A native of Iowa, playing for the Hawkeyes has been a dream come true for Brody and his family. Growing up in Ankeny, Brody says that his parents always made sure faith played an important role in his life. However, he said that growing up he often saw it take the backseat in his life. “When I was younger, I often put my sports ahead of God, and would be upset with Him if I didn’t play well. It took some growing up and maturing to realize that God loves me no matter how I perform, and I should love Him no matter how I perform as well.” Brody says that learning that lesson has allowed him to understand where his identity lies. Not in his performance on the field, but instead who he is in his faith.
“Baseball is what I do, it’s not who I am. I am a child of God first.”
“Faith gives me my ‘why’. God blessed me with the ability to play baseball, and I owe Him all the glory. I play for an audience of one, and that one is God. Without Him, none of this is possible and I wouldn’t be in the position that I am.”
Early expectations have Brody as one of the top players selected in the 2024 Draft. However, while Brody has dreams of making it to the MLB one day, that is not his biggest goal. Instead, his aspirations lie in pointing others to Jesus.
“The biggest impact I hope to have is to lead others to Christ. I want to spread the word and love of God. God has blessed me to be in a position where I can use my platform to spread His goodness, and bring Him all the glory.”
While Brody is no longer a part of the football team, you will still find him in the stands cheering his former teammates on. Looking to always support and encourage others, it is Brody’s kindness, humility, and selflessness that stand out above all. With the baseball season just around the corner, Brody will be inspiring lives for years to come.
What a blessing. Much success to Brody Brecht ✝️❣️⚾️
Very impressive young man! Proud to say he has some family in the area. Sending prayers for him to have much success!
Amazing witness to his faith and the gifts he has been given. Go Brody go!
Go Brody go! What an amazing testament to his faith, and a beautiful use of the gifts that he was given