Athlete Profile: Miles Mino

Ever since Berkeley High School junior Miles Miño was three, throwing a baseball around in the backyard with his dad, he has felt a deep connection to the sport. Proud of his Ecuadorian roots, Miño is inspired by the talented Latino players in the MLB. “It’s good to model the type of player you want to be to the players that are already in the league that you look up to,” Miño said. Mi​​ño has been part of the BHS varsity team since his sophomore year and has felt a sense of brotherhood with his fellow teammates. To him, he sees his teammates almost as family. “The thing I appreciate about our team is the family we have built together at Berkeley … The bond baseball has created is special. We are really close off the field,” Mi​​ño said. His journey has been greatly influenced by his father who has been his coach since the beginning. Miño said, “He’s always been supportive along with my mom. They’ve always wanted the best for me in baseball.” For Miño, baseball is more than just a game; it’s a significant part of his life that teaches him valuable lessons and opens doors for him. He currently coaches an under 12 team, an opportunity he values. “(Coaching) has made me a better person, strengthened my friendships, and provided amazing sporting opportunities,” Miño said.