By Matt Browning

Annabeth Baalman of Andale was chosen as the All Seasons Letterman of the Month. Baalman plays volleyball, basketball and runs track for the Indians.
“I have always played multiple sports so I’m training all year round,” Baalman said. “There is never an offseason or time to get out of shape.”

Baalman has racked up accomplishments and accolades in all three sports. In volleyball, she was a part of back-to-back 4A runner-ups and last season was a second team all-league selection. In basketball, Baalman started for the Indians, who took third at state. Finally in track, she won the individual state pole vault competition.

This season Baalman wants to win a state title in volleyball, return to the state tournament in basketball and repeat as state champion in pole vault.
“Working hard during each season and staying focused and putting in the time is a big part,” Baalman said. “I give all the credit to our coaches who work together so that we have the opportunity to play multiple sports. They give their time to us not only during the season but all summer. Being in weights, I would say has had a major impact. We have an awesome weights program and coaches.”

Next year in college, Baalman wants to continue her pole vault career. She is still exploring options for her major.