Junior outfielder Colin Beazizo at the plate for the Gauchos. Courtesy of UCSB Baseball.

For UC Santa Barbara third-year sociology major and outfielder Colin Beazizo, baseball has been a constant in his life long before the intensity of college baseball.

Beazizo was first introduced to the game at a young age by his father, who would set up a tee for him to practice and subsequently “nap in the yard.” For Beazizo, these small moments are what sparked his career in baseball. 

What started as a casual game with his dad turned into something more serious. By the time Beazizo entered high school, he began to envision a future for himself in baseball. 

That sense of determination was reinforced by the people around him, particularly those who helped shape his growth beyond just performance. When asked about the most influential figure in his career, Beazizo mentioned his former coach, Wade Perkins, without hesitation, calling him “100%” the biggest influence. For Beazizo,  Perkins was more than just a coach, but “a major mentor as a ballplayer and as a man” who left a lasting impact on his development. 

Now in his junior season with the Gauchos, Beazizo has translated those early experiences into consistent production. 

After playing  29 games, he is batting .325 with 25 hits, 13 RBIs and a .449 on base percentage, providing a steady presence in the line up. His ability to deliver in key moments has stood out throughout the season, including a three-hit performance against UC Irvine on April 19, where he recorded a double, a triple and two runs scored. The following day he added a home run against California Baptist further highlighting his ability to contribute across multiple games. 

Beazizo has also shown flashes of impact in other moments of the season, including a two-RBI performance against USC and several multi-hit games that have helped maintain offensive momentum. In the field, he has remained reliable, recording 38 putouts with a .927 fielding percentage. 

While his approach on the field is defined by consistency and focus, Beazizo’s personality still comes through in subtle ways. Each time he steps to the plate, with his walk up song “Smooth Operator”, a fitting choice that adds a sense of confidence to his batting.

From playing tee with his dad to competing at the NCAA Division I level, Beazizo’s path has been shaped by steady growth, strong mentorship and a clear commitment to the game. As his junior season counts, that foundation remains evident in both his performance and presence on the field.