As he prepares for his senior year at Princeton High School, Ryan Brucker took a step toward his future.

On Monday, Brucker signed to play baseball with Southeast Illinois Junior College in Harrisburg, a member of the Great Rivers Athletic Conference.

As a junior, the First Team All-BCR and TRAC East All-Conference shortstop, led the Tigers in hitting with a .383 clip and six doubles. He also scored 11 runs with 11 RBIs and one homer. He also posted a 1-0 record with a 2.50 ERA on the mound.

PHS baseball coach Wick Warren said Southeastern is a good fit for Brucker.

“It is a top JUCO. Ryan has the opportunity to develop his baseball skills at a high level as well as attend a strong academic school,” he said.