Announcements

We are excited to announce the appointment of Thomas Henshaw as our new high school baseball coach. Coach Henshaw is a BHS Alumni and brings a wealth of baseball experience as a collegiate player. Thomas has a passion for developing young talent and expanding the competitiveness of our athletic program. 

Coach Henshaw's approach to coaching is deeply rooted in his extensive experience as a player. He is committed to player development and creating a positive team culture that will benefit our student-athletes both on and off the field. His passion for the game and dedication to developing young talent make him an exciting addition to our athletic program.

*We will have an intro meeting for parents, players, and community members on 10/16 at 6:00PM in the library.* 

Here is some information about Coach Henshaw:

Playing Career

College

• Played for College of Southern Idaho 

  • Started at 3B freshman year and transitioned into a pitcher as a sophomore

  • Maintained 3.7 GPA as a student athlete

• Played for Western Washington University

  • Team captain, MVP honors and played 1B/3B

  • Earned all-conference honors in 2005 at 1B

High School / Select Baseball

• Named to all-state at 3A (2000)

• Earned all-league honors (1998-2000)

• Threw no-hitter against Central Kitsap (1999)

• Won the USABA World Series (1999)

• Played for Peninsula Baseball Club and Triple Play Hornets (1998-2000)

Coaching Philosophy

My approach to coaching is rooted in my experience as a player and leader of global teams in the corporate world. As a coach, I focus in on a few areas:

• One size does not fit all. Every athlete is different. Their motivations are different, and as coaches, we must understand that.

• Player development is built on a foundation focused on fundamentals. When faced with adversity, players with a strong foundation can recover quickly.

• Team over self - The name on the front of the jersey is more important than the one on the back. Athletes must understand the difference between team success and personal stats.

• Leading by example - what players hear from their coach must match the actions they see from their coach. 

Personal

Thomas lives on the island with his wife Jessica and their two children, Kayla and Paxton, who are also enthusiastic about softball and baseball. This family connection to the sport further fuels Coach Henshaw's commitment to nurturing young athletes in our community. In his free time, he enjoys camping trips, golfing, and pretty much anything outside with family and friends. 

Quotes, etc.

I am beyond excited to be joining back with the Spartan Baseball family. I want to thank Luke Ande and the broader interview panel for their trust and belief in me to lead our Spartan program. The coming season will be an exciting time to be on the diamond for these athletes. I am a proud graduate of BHS and look forward to helping lead our Spartans in the seasons ahead. 

I am excited to bring my experience, passion, and community-minded approach to our high school baseball program. I look forward to working with players, parents, and fellow coaches to build a successful and positive baseball culture at our school.

It is an exciting time to build upon the Spartan baseball program as we enter a new conference this year. Our program will work with a relentless pursuit toward winning championships. Go Spartans!