At Delaware: Will vie for time as a closer and outfielder.
High School: Four-year standout at Caravel Academy • served as both a pitcher and outfielder • posted a 26-4 record and a sub-1.00 ERA during his career • led the team to two state championships • earned Louisville Slugger All-American honors • named to the 2009 Rawlings All-Northeast team • selected as the 2009 Gatorade Player of the Year • three-time first-team All-State selection • competed in the USA Baseball Tournament of Stars in 2008 and 2009 • member of the 2007 USA Baseball National Youth Team • honored as a Perfect Game top prospect • participated in the Blue-Gold game in both baseball and basketball.
Personal: Eric Michael Buckland • son of Gary and Niki Buckland • has a brother, Ryan, and a sister, Lindsay • Ryan competed in baseball at Wesley College, while Lindsay was a volleyball player at Neumann • sports management major at Delaware.
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