Featured Athlete: Owen Archer
Grade: 10 | Sport: Baseball
Varsity baseball player sophomore Owen Archer began playing the sport after seeing his brother play. Besides being a part of the team, Archer enjoys the personal growth that can come from partaking in the sport.
Wingspan: What inspired you to start baseball?
Archer: “My brother started baseball and I saw how much fun he was having and wanted to start.”
Wingspan: What keeps you motivated to stay in the sport?
Archer: “I love the game of baseball and that motivates me to keep playing.”
Wingspan: What is the most difficult thing about baseball?
Archer: “I think the hardest thing is not getting down on yourself when you fail.”
Wingspan: What is the biggest benefit of being in the sport?
Archer: “I think the biggest benefit is being able to compete with your team and learn from your mistakes and grow as a person.”
Wingspan: What’s it’s like being on the team?
Archer: “Being on the team is great.”
Wingspan: What pumps you up/motivates you before a game?
Archer: “I usually just hit a little bit and get focused on what I can do to play my best.”
Wingspan: What is your pregame ritual?
Archer: “Every game I go to Racetrac and get a bag of skittles.”
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