The spring sports season at Darien High School often brings with it stories upon stories of lacrosse players, both girls and boys alike, performing to recruitment-worthy levels. Hordes of college coaches are the norm at varsity games, but what some student spectators may not realize is that lacrosse is not the only path to the world of NCAA sports. Brendan Donohue, a junior member of the varsity baseball team, is one such athlete that hopes to continue playing the game he loves at the next level.
Donohue, a Hawaiian-born Texas native, began playing baseball at the age of six, as it essentially was and still is an obligatory spring activity for most young Texans. Upon moving to Darien in 7th grade, it was easy to see that his experiences down South gave him a clear-cut advantage against competitors. Donohue continued to play throughout middle school and high school, and last season become one of the few sophomores to make and eventually start on varsity. After taking over at second base for senior captain Mike Stovall midway through the 2012 season, Donohue finally realized that his goal of playing college ball was not such a pipe dream. That being said, however, he also realized that he still had a lot to work on.
Inspired by a not-so-unachievable dream, Donohue’s work ethic during the 2012-2013 offseason was unparalleled. In addition to playing in various wood-bat leagues, Donohue worked with coaches and a personal trainer to ensure that his success and improvement could be maximized. There isn’t much doubt that his hard work paid off, as Donohue is now one of the few bright spots on a chronically struggling Blue Wave baseball team.
Neirad wishes Donohue all the best as he continues to strive toward achieving his ultimate dreaming of playing college baseball.
Pictured: Donohue playing second base for DHS' Varsity baseball team.
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