Donte “Chosen1” Lewis

Baseball has a way of humbling even the best. Donte Lewis knows that truth well. It is why he carries himself with balance—quiet confidence matched with deep respect for the game. On the mound, he is steady, focused, and unshaken, no matter the count. In the outfield, he reads the ball off the bat with a general’s instinct, turning pressure into order. At the plate, he combines speed and power, capable of manufacturing runs or changing the game with one swing. He plays with intensity, but never without humility.

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From Houston to the Big 12, Donte’s journey has been marked by discipline and sacrifice. For fourteen years he led as a quarterback, all while excelling in baseball as a centerfielder and hitter. Walking away from football was a heartbreak, but it sharpened his purpose. Choosing baseball was not about leaving something behind—it was about committing to what was ahead. That decision revealed his resilience, and it shaped the competitor he is today.

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At Kansas State University, he stepped into one of the most demanding roles in the sport: a two-way player. Pitchers live under a microscope—every pitch dissected, every mistake magnified. Donte meets that challenge with poise, learning from each outing, adjusting, and returning smarter. His presence at the plate is just as impactful, where he blends patience with power. In the Appalachian League, he finished the summer of 2025 with a .299 batting average, a reflection of his ability to perform against top-tier competition.

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What makes Donte stand out is not only his ability, but the presence he brings with it. He has a charisma that draws people in, a confidence that is both approachable and commanding. He believes in prayer, in affirmations, and in the power of truth spoken over his life. His personal code is clear: stay focused, stay positive, prepare fully, and outwork the competition. That mindset carries him through long seasons, quiet mornings, and moments when no one else is watching.

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His strength is also his bond. Growing up shoulder to shoulder with his brother, DeJuan, he learned that accountability and brotherhood sharpen ambition. Together, they push past limits, and together, they have launched AgainsThaGrain Incorporated, a company built on their shared belief that the hardest road builds the strongest leaders. Their message is simple: faith, work, resilience, and courage will always outlast doubt.

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Donte’s story is still unfolding. Every pitch, every at-bat, every lesson fuels the man he is becoming—an athlete ready for professional competition and a leader whose influence stretches far beyond the diamond. For those who watch him, one truth stands out: humility and hunger can coexist, and when they do, the future is limitless.