2023: Started every game for the Sabercats... starting pitcher debut against Beloit on April 3... recorded two home runs on the season... pitched six strikeouts against Blackburn on April 11... finsihed with a .581 slugging percentage... recieved Coaches Award
2022: Started every game for the Sabercats... recorded third career homerun against Blackburn on April 2... led team with 22 hits on the season... voted Most Valuable Teammate
2021: Started every game for the Sabercats... made career debut against North Central on March 19... recorded first career hit against North Central on March 19... recorded first career double against North Central on March 19... recorded first career home run against North Central on March 20... finished season with 15 hits, two home runs, and 18 RBIs... Defensive Player of the Year
BIO
What emoji would you choose to represent yourself on Twitter?
"I have two that you can choose from... I would say softball emoji because, well, softball. Plus, I have been playing for 15 years. Or the three music notes because I want to teach music and I can somewhat play about 11 different insturments."
Career plans/dreams/ideas?
"I plan to teach music in a school. Preferably middle school choir and elementary classes."
Who is somebody you admire, and why?
"I admire Mr. Bonnema here at school. He goes above and beyond in any way he can when he helps someone. I also admire his dedication to knowing God, loving others, and gaining knowledge."
If you were an animal what would you be, and why?
"A giraffe. That is what people always call me. Maybe because I'm tall."
Do you have any pre-game or game-day traditions or rituals?
"I do not have any traditions or rituals, but I do have superstitiions against messing up the chalk before a game, crossing bats, and having red Gatorade in the dugout."
Complete this sentence: "Good leaders _______"?
"... are learners."
What attracts you to MBU (What do you like about MBU)?
"I have always said that I enjoy many opportunities I am given here at MBU. Throughout my years here, I have been able to participate in sports, music, society, and ministry in my extension church."
NON-FRESHMAN: What's a great MBU memory on the field/court?
"This happened on the way to the field... We had a great snack exchange from teh bed of Coach's truck to the passenger seat of the van without anyone falling out of their respective vehicles!"
NON-FRESHMAN: What's a great MBU memory off the field/court?
"My senior recital last semester. It was great work with such great people and I enjoyed getting to spend time with family and friends."