At Rensselaer, we are proud to recognize the student-athletes who are members of the Class of 2020. We thank them for their hard work, dedication and tremendous efforts in representing the Institute in a first-class manner academically and athletically. We wish them well as they continue to complete the semester and become Rensselaer alumni / alumnae. 

While at Rensselaer:
Two-year captain ... Pitcher ... Made 32 appearances, 19 starts ... Struck out 93 in 117.2 innings ... Won four games with one save and 3.22 earned run average as sophomore ... Victorious in only start of 2020, holding opposition to .174 batting average in 6.2 innings ... Biomedical Engineering major ... Dean's Honor List.

Favorite sports memory during career?
"Walk off against Clarkson." - May 2020

What makes Rensselaer so special?
"Great opportunities to provide a strong foundation for life." - May 2020

What are your post-graduation plans?
"I will be pursuing a post graduate degree in physical therapy." - May 2020

From the coaching staff:
"Erick has been a tremendous leader in our program for years, including being a captain the last two. He had success his first two years before struggling on the field during his junior year. His response to those struggles and subsequent success this year was a testament to his work ethic and toughness. He did everything in his power to get back to where he was while still leading the team. Erick's leadership and commitment to our program was top notch." - March 2020 

What others say:
"Was a great leader. He showed me what it takes to be a great leader and how to help lead a team. He also showed me that you have to get on your teammates no matter who they are because that is what it takes to win and to help that person and the team get better." - March 2020

"One of the hardest workers I've ever been around on any baseball team at any level. He was always highly focused on being the best player he could be, while maintaining a great relationship with all of his teammates on and off the field. A true captain." - March 2020

"Erick Zecha is a stud on and off the field. Also, he is a fantastic leader." - March 2020

"I have looked up to Zecha since the day I met him. He is a fantastic teammate, coach and friend. He has influenced every player on and off the field. I have never played with someone as dedicated and hard working as Zecha. Erick also helped me become the player I am today. I will always be grateful for the times we had together." - April 2020

"One of the hardest workers I've ever met, he always pushed those around him. He was very driven and was a key part of our pitching rotation for all four years." - April 2020

"Erick was the epitome of hard work and dedication during his time at RPI. I am grateful to have him as a roommate because he pushed me to get better." April 2020

"Great leader, put the program back on the right track with relentless work ethic and positive guidance." - April 2020

"Erick was the definition of what you want from a good teammate and a captain. He was always helping me improve as we shared new ideas and concepts, stemming from a mutual love for pitching. As a freshman, he took me under his wing and gave me the confidence I needed to be successful. In addition to his character, he was also a a key asset to our team and to the pitching rotation." - April 2020

"Erick Zecha, great leader." - April 2020

"Erick Zecha: great kid, wicked nice, good humor, understood the game and was very relatable. Always supportive." - April 2020

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