Photo courtesy of Josh McKee.
Phil Bernstein ’23 is this week’s Spectator Athlete of the Week. Bernstein currently leads the team with 7 RBIs this year and is hitting .394. On Saturday’s April 19 doubleheader against Amherst, he had 2 runs in Game 1. Then on Sunday, April 18, Bernstein had 2 hits, 2 runs, and 2 RBIs.
Name:
Philip Bernstein ‘23
Hometown:
Brooklyn, N.Y.
Position:
Outfield.
Favorite Professional Athlete:
Ken Griffey Jr. and anyone on the Brooklyn Nets.
How did you get introduced to baseball?
I’ve played baseball for as long as I can remember but my earliest baseball memories are of my dad hitting me fly balls in the park every day for hours.
Favorite thing to do on campus besides your sport?
Team meals at commons (pre-covid) are always a fun time.
What attracted you to Hamilton’s baseball program?
I was drawn to Hamilton’s baseball program by the facilities, coaching staff, and the guys I met on the team during my visit.
What is the toughest obstacle you have had to overcome in your athletic career?
The toughest obstacle I’ve had to overcome in my athletic career was definitely the pandemic. The cancellation of last season and not having access to athletic facilities forced me to find really creative ways to stay in baseball shape.
What are you most looking forward to this season?
The season is coming to a close but I’m looking forward to being able to continue competing alongside the seniors during their last season.
What has been your favorite sports moment at Hamilton?
My favorite sports moment at Hamilton has to be either taking the series from Wesleyan this year or starting in the home opener freshman year.
If you weren’t on the baseball team, what Hamilton sports team would you want to be on and why?
With a few lessons, I think my baseball swing could translate pretty well to the golf team.