Editor’s Note: Over the next weeks and months, Emmaussports.com will be spotlighting senior spring sports student-athletes at Emmaus High School who have had their final athletic year canceled due to the Coronavirus pandemic.
Today we spotlight infielder Wyatt Henseler of the Emmaus baseball team with our Q and A session:
Q; How are you coping during these difficult and uncertain times with the Coronavirus pandemic?
WH: It’s been pretty discouraging to say the least, but I’ve been able to occupy myself with workouts, school assignments, baseball training, and working 4-5 days a week. Staying busy has helped take my mind off all the uncertainties as well as set me up to be in a good spot when the pandemic is over.
Q: What’s been the biggest challenge for you day to day?
WH: The hardest thing is the lack of social interaction. Being kept at home and only communicating with people over the phone instead of seeing each other on a daily basis is a major change. I’m trying to stay positive and hope that this ends soon.
Q: How disappointed are you now that the spring sports season has been cancelled?
WH: I had been looking forward to this season, my senior season, more than any other and it’s heartbreaking not only for me, but also for all my fellow seniors who had their spring seasons taken anyway. I really hope we can somehow include some of the events like mentor night, senior night, or the signing ceremony because that would be really special for all of us seniors.
Q: What will be your favorite memory from your high school sports career if the season gets cancelled?
WH: My favorite memories were all the big playoff games I was able to play in since my freshman year. Nothing beats that playoff atmosphere, representing your high school and families on a big stage. Every year we were successful, but came up a little short and I really thought this year was going to be the year we made it happen.
Q: What are you future plans after high school? If college, what school have you committed to and do you plan on playing sports and what will be your major?
WH: This fall, I’ll be attending The University of Pennsylvania where I’ll be playing baseball. I’m undecided with what I’ll be majoring in, but I hope to be able to one day lead and manage a company or organization.
Q: What’s the best advice you can give to your underclassmen?
WH: Obviously after this year’s experience, play every game like it’s your last and to the best of your abilities. Most importantly, work hard. If you have a goal or desire, especially in sports, put in the work to get where you want to be. As a player, be coachable and willing to learn.