By Ella Franzman – Sports Editor

Declan Wywoda is a junior on the Jonathan Law baseball team. Wywoda is committed to play baseball at George Washington University. Advocate Sports Editor Ella Franzman interviewed about the upcoming baseball season. 

Ella Franzman: What are your goals for the season?

Declan Wywoda: My big goal for the season is to win a state championship. We had a really good run last year making it to the semifinals and I think we can make it all the way. We have a lot of talent in all positions and I think we can be the best team in our class. 

EF: What are you most excited about for this season?

DW: I’m most excited about playing baseball again with my teammates. Every year I miss having fun and playing baseball with this team. I’ve been waiting for the season to start all winter and now it is right around the corner and I cannot wait. 

EF: What do you think will be your biggest challenge this year?

DW: I think our biggest challenge will be the schedule that lies ahead. Last year, we had a really good season and that caused good teams to want to play us. I’m excited for the great competition we play this year and the challenges that come on a game-to-game basis. 

EF: How has the team been preparing for this season?

DW: Our team has been preparing by perfecting the little things about baseball whether it’s base running or defense. Once we get those to a point that we don’t make mistakes, we will be set to succeed. I know we can hit and pitch very well, but we want to cut out little mistakes that can cost us games. 

EF: What is your favorite part about playing baseball?

DW: My favorite part about playing baseball is the energy it brings. When I’m pitching on the mound in a tight ball game, it is the greatest thrill I will ever experience. The energy of my teammates and the crowd makes the game so much fun.