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 in March, click here.
 
Ryan Brauer   |   Baseball   |   Business Analytics Major
Ryan Brauer has been a four-year member of the Hamline baseball team. In 2018 he appeared in four games, getting two at-bats, and scoring a run. During his junior season, Brauer played in 10 games, making starts against Luther and Buena Vista. This season he had played in three games, making one start. He recorded one hit in his three at-bats, while also getting hit by a pitch and walking to increase his on-base percentage to .600 on the year. In their first game against Crown, Brauer had a stolen base, singled in the eighth inning, and would score in the 10^th on a double steal to help the Pipers defeat the Storm 5-2. In addition to being on the baseball team, Brauer is also involved with Athletes in Action.
 
What were you most looking forward to for this spring season?
I was looking forward to having one last season with all of the guys and seeing all of the hard work we put in pay off.
 
What is one of your favorite memories of your time at Hamline?
All of my best memories are from all of the time spent with my teammates on and off the field.
 
Who is someone that has had a positive impact on you during your time as a student-athlete?
Coach Wes Germain
 
What are your plans after graduation?
I'll be interning with Athletes in Action for a year and then go from there!
 
What is your advice for your younger teammates?
Keep working hard. It's worth it! Also, don't take your time playing baseball for granted. You never know when your last at-bat, pitch, or opportunity will be.
 
What are you most proud of about your career as a student-athlete?
I am most proud of all the time and hard work put in getting better with teammates as well as all of my opposing pitcher charts.
 
Closing thoughts from Brauer: "I'm so thankful for all of my teammates. I love you boys."