Cael Willaert, senior, pitcher/catcher/infielder for Mankato East baseball
Next year I am playing baseball while attending Bethany Lutheran College.
My one goal this season is to make it to the state tournament.
My favorite baseball memory was beating west for the first time my freshman year.
My favorite athlete is Jhoan Duran of the Minnesota Twins.
My favorite pregame ritual is downing a Monster energy drink before warming up.
My favorite pregame meal is Chipotle with the whole team.
The best advice I’ve ever received is swing hard in case you hit it, which my dad has told me from a young age.
My advice for younger players is to stick with baseball even if you aren’t the best player right now, and work hard to become the best player.
If I’m not playing baseball, I’m usually watching baseball, playing video games, or lifting.
I’m proud to have received the ”Ironman award” the past four years in wrestling. The award is given to those who don’t miss a single practice or event.
The best part of baseball is hanging out with the guys for 3 hours every day.