What was your most memorable moment throughout your career at Willamette?
Winning the 2018 NWC Tournament Championship.
Describe your feelings when you found out the season was canceled
I was in shock and couldn't believe it.
How have you been handling life in quarantine? Are you home or on campus? What's it like learning online and not having practice?
I have been handling it well. I live off campus with three of my teammates -- Eric, Joey, and Ben.
What has your experience as a Bearcat taught you?
It has taught me that hard work breeds success. Also, we are more than students or athletes, but a big family.
If you could leave one piece of advice for future Bearcats, what would it be?
Do not take anything for granted, enjoy every moment that is given to you because it can be taken away from you instantly.
What are your future plans following graduation?
I plan to take a gap year, then pursue an MBA at Baylor University.
From their teammates
What was your most memorable moment of Dawson?
Ryan Whithorn: He had some pretty good dugout chatter.
Justin Miller: Staying in the hotel room in L.A.
Ben Setlak: When he stole Tyler's seeds.
How has Dawson impacted you in your sport or in life?
Ryan Whithorn: He always had the gas on the mound.
Justin Miller: He pushed me everyday and gave me tips to better myself.
Ben Setlak: His generosity is unmatched.
Will Braaton: He was a role model?
What makes Dawson special?
Ryan Whithorn: He had just a big presence on the team.
Justin Miller: Role model to younger kids and teaching them to never give up
Trevor Burrows: His intensity and leadership
Ben Setlak: He is really talented at playing Xbox.
Will Braaton: His intensity on and off the field
Is there anything Dawson brought to the program that will have a lasting impact?
Ryan Whithorn: Intensity.
Justin Miller: His humor and funny jokes; Camaraderie between teammates
Trevor Burrows: The home run clout glasses
Will Braaton: He showed and taught what a leader should look like.
