Kapaun Mt. Carmel senior Andrew Gimino is a three-sport student-athlete and our Schmidt’s Welding Player Profile. A member of the football, basketball and baseball teams, Gimino loves to compete and challenge himself to perform at a high level. Competing with his teammates and representing Kapaun Mt. Carmel High School drives Gimino to play for more than just personal gain. Holding his teammates and school in high regard is one factor that makes Gimino a special kind of athlete.

“I like competing and working to get better. I like the support you get from the faculty and students. I also like playing a team sport because it teaches you about life, how to handle ups and downs, and work for a goal,” said Gimino. “I’m honored to represent Kapaun because I feel like I’m representing more than just my high school, I’m also representing my faith. My teammates mean a lot to me. I’ve played with some of them since I was six years old. They’re my friends and they’ve got my back and they know I’ve got their back too.”

After experiencing the cancellation of last spring due to COVID-19, Gimino has learned to cherish every opportunity to compete.

“Last Spring was really crushing. Our basketball team made it to State and that got shut down. Our entire baseball season was cancelled, which was so disappointing, especially for our seniors. I was ready to get back into a more normal schedule, to see my teachers and friends and to go out and compete in football under coach Schartz,” said Gimino.