Blue Devil Athlete Spotlight: Evan Zumwalt (Boys Tennis)
When Leominster High School senior Evan Zumwalt first picked up a tennis racket as a sophomore, he didn’t expect how quickly the sport would become an important part of his high school experience. He was immediately drawn to the team’s camaraderie.
“I enjoy playing and having fun with everyone on the tennis team,” Zumwalt said. “Everyone brings their own perspectives to the game, and helping to put them all together is so rewarding.”
A lifelong Leominster resident, Zumwalt was introduced to tennis through the Leominster Recreation Department’s tennis training weeks. He enjoys the strategy of the game and the opportunity to be active outdoors.
Head coach Mark Mogé has seen Zumwalt’s growth and leadership firsthand.
“Evan joined the team in his sophomore year and has had a positive impact throughout his two-plus years here,” said boys tennis head coach Mark Mogé. “He was named as one of my captains in his junior season for his leadership and sportsmanship.”
“Something I have learned from Coach Mogé is that while competing and playing to the best of our ability is important, it is still critical to have fun and make sure that we enjoy every moment of it,” Zumwalt said.
After graduation, Zumwalt plans to attend UMass Lowell to major in electrical engineering and hopes to continue playing tennis in some capacity.
In addition to tennis, Zumwalt is involved in the LHS Theater Company, marching band, school council, and National Honor Society. Outside of school, he enjoys helping coordinate stage productions and events.
“My favorite class at LHS has been Advanced Stagecraft with Mr. Smith,” Zumwalt said. “My favorite teacher would be my Honors Electronics teacher, Mr. Antonetti.”
Zumwalt’s impact on the program and school community stands out to those around him.
“Evan is always the first to jump in and help whether it’s setting up the courts for a match or rallying the team during or at the end of practice," said Mogé. "It’s been a real pleasure having him on the team.”