Featured Athlete: Addison Hanson

Wingspan’s featured athlete for 1/19 is varsity softball player Addison Hanson.

Wingspan: Do you ever feel out of place being a freshman on varsity? 

Hanson: “I don’t really feel out of place at all. The upperclassmen have been so welcoming and I knew some of them coming in so that was nice.”

Wingspan: Are you going to continue playing softball throughout high school? 

Hanson: “Yes, absolutely. I have loved the experience so far and will definitely continue in the future.”

Wingspan: How long have you been playing softball?

Hanson: “I have been playing softball since I was three.” 

Wingspan: What is your favorite part about playing varsity softball?

Hanson: “My favorite part of varsity softball is all the friends and memories I have made.”

Wingspan: Why did you decide to play softball?

Hanson: “I decided to play softball because I’ve been doing it my whole life and I love the sport.”

Wingspan: Who is your biggest inspiration? 

Hanson: “My biggest inspiration is my mom. She always supports me in anything.”

Wingspan: What is the most difficult part about softball?

Hanson: “The most difficult part of softball is the mental game especially when I’m pitching and trying to overcome that.”