MISCELLANEOUS: Talented pitching prospect within Army's freshman class ... throws his fastball in the upper 80s ... pitching arsenal includes a good breaking ball and solid change-up ... continues to develop more movement on his fastball ... will compete for a starting position immediately this season ... could also see time out of the bullpen in the valued roles as set-up man or closer ... very focused individual who works hard each and every day ... working at improving his ability to field his position ... has a bright future in an Army uniform ... hails from the baseball hotbed of Georgia.
HIGH SCHOOL: Played for head coach Brian Nelson at Wheeler High ... member of the National Honor Society ... is an Eagle Scout.
PERSONAL: Given name is John David Malcolm ... born Jan. 6, 1994, in Bethesda, Md. ... parents' names are James and Diane Malcolm ... has one brother, Jimi ... has one sister, Jenny ... father, James Malcolm, is a colonel in the United States Army ... hobbies include playing basketball and spending time with friends ... major is undeclared.