FAMILY ON, OFF THE FIELD VARSITY BASEBALL PLAYERS UNITE UNDER ROYAL NAME

The Hamilton Southeastern Varsity Baseball team came back for their 2023 season in full force. On March 22 the season kicked off with a scrimmage against Carmel. The Varsity Royals had a strong line up including seniors Ty Bradle, Griffen Haas, Harrison Dilts, Rejesus Rosario and more.

Over spring break, the team headed down south to Tennessee to compete in the Warrior Spring Classic. This tournament brought along tough competition from around the country. On April 2 the Royals fell 17-4 to Hartselle High School (AL) and later 12-10 to Watkins Memorial High School (OH). However, HSE was able to bring home two wins. First 7-2 against Maine West High School (IL) and a 10-5 win over Seigel High School (TN). Putting aside wins and losses, this trip built lasting connections between players.

“We stayed in a hotel together and roomed with our teammates, which really helped us bond,” Junior Nolan Colbert said. “I feel we are more of a family than we have ever been before”.

With this new sense of unity, the team dove straight into a great season back home.

Looking ahead, the varsity Royals will compete in IHSAA sectionals starting May 24. As the season goes into the summer players will continue to grow as a family on and off the field, channeling their time spent together into fierce competition.

Story By Maya Patel. Photos Contributed.