Since the age of four, Wichita Collegiate High School athlete Drew Charbonneau has played the game of baseball and is now looking forward to playing after missing a season due to the pandemic. The expectations for this season are high for everyone, but for Charbonneau, returning to the field with a crop of new teammates gives him reason to be optimistic about the season.

“We do not have any seniors on this year’s team, so we know we have to step up and try to fill those holes. Even though we have several freshman and sophomores starting, we expect to have a great season,” said Charbonneau. “We are very excited since we missed last year’s season and are coming into this season with something to prove.”

The second baseman/pitcher said one of his best memories on the field for Collegiate came when he and his older brother took the field together.

“My favorite memory so far is my freshman season when I got to play with my brother who was a senior. It was awesome to be on the same field together,” said Charbonneau.

Playing at Collegiate has been a great experience for Charbonneau.

“Collegiate is an amazing school, we have close connections here with coaches, teachers, and friends.  We always support each other and work hard to achieve success.”

Upon graduating, Charbonneau plans to attend college, but he has not made a decision on which school he will attend.