By Hayden Swope

Brady Unrein, a baseball player at Northwest, was chosen as the Shelter Insurance Athlete of the Month. Just this season, Unrein has 71 strikeouts over 39 innings along with three home runs at the plate.

“There are so many great athletes that were nominated, and I am honored to have received this award and thank you to Shelter Insurance,” Unrein said.

Unrein spent the season working on his relationships with his team as well as his leadership skills.

“My goals for this year were being a positive team leader while building good relationships with my coaches and teammates, as well as having fun,” Unrein said. “Areas of improvements are building strength and getting wiser while gaining more confidence in myself, and I felt like I have achieved these goals successfully this year with always room to grow.”

Unrein has many memorable moments from his season but one stuck out more than the others.

“My most memorable moment would be when I hit two home runs in one game and had the opportunity to start varsity my freshman and sophomore years,” Unrein said.

Although undecided, Unrein wants to further his baseball career after high school.

“I’m currently undecided on a college at this time, but I am excited to find the right fit for me and my future and would like to continue playing the game I love,” Unrein said.