Despite having their seasons cut short, the Hamline athletic department would like to recognize and honor the 2020 senior spring class of student-athletes. These 37 individuals have made a lasting impact on their program and the Hamline campus as a whole. Every day for the next few weeks, please check back to this page as a new senior will be added each day.
 
To see previous senior spotlight posts, click here.
 
Please note that some senior student-athletes may still be considering coming back to compete in the spring of 2021. If you would like to read about the MIAC eligibility announcement that was made last week, click here.
 
Cyle Hartwig   |   Baseball   |   Legal Studies Major
Cyle Hartwig played in 61 games for the Hamline baseball team, making 37 starts during his career. During his sophomore season he posted a .410 on base percentage, hitting two doubles and driving in three runs in his 26 at-bats, while also walking six times and getting hit by seven pitches. That year he drove in the winning run against Augsburg in the bottom of the 11^th to seal a home-opening win for the Pipers. In 2019 he played in 29 games, recording seven hits, six walks, and 10 hit-by-pitches. This season, he made three starts at catcher for the Pipers. In his career, he collected 194 putouts while throwing out eight runners, and posted a 1.000 fielding percentage in three of his four seasons. On campus, Hartwig is also involved with Athletes in Action.
 
What were you most looking forward to for this spring season?
I was looking forward to spending time with my teammates in Arizona.
 
What is one of your favorite memories of your time at Hamline?
My favorite memory was winning the 2018 home opener in walk-off fashion.
 
Who is someone that has had a positive impact on you during your time as a student-athlete?
Athletic trainer Jamie Destache - best AT in the world.
 
What are your plans after graduation?
Umpiring in the MIAC.
 
What is your advice for your younger teammates?
Challenge yourself early and often.
 
What are you most proud of about your career as a student-athlete?
I am most proud of the work ethic and culture we have established.
 
Closing thoughts from Hartwig: #PipesBy90