Nick Massa has been a four-year starter at shortstop for the Blue Devils varsity baseball team. During that time, Nick has been a part of teams that have won three CMass titles and two Mid-Wach A titles. LHS baseball coach Rich Barnaby said Nick is a perfectionist who excels in the classroom and on the diamond.
“Nick’s relentless work ethic in practices raises the standard for the entire team,” Barnaby said. “I can honestly say that Nick has not taken a rep off in practice or the game in four years. Nick is the perfect student-athlete and I feel privileged to have been able to coach him these past four years.”
Nick moved to Leominster from Waltham when he was in seventh grade. He started playing baseball when he was five years old thanks to his father introducing him to the game.
“It is a game of failure and you have to learn to deal with that to become successful,” Nick said when asked about what he likes most about the sport of baseball.
Nick said he has learned a lot from Coach Barnaby during his time as a Blue Devil.
“(I have learned that) paying attention to the little details in baseball really make a difference in a team's success,” Nick said.
Overall, Nick said the success of the baseball team comes down to everyone pulling in the same direction.
“We are a community and we compete with one another,” Nick said.
In addition to playing shortstop this season, Nick will also contribute to the pitching staff.
Nick plans to attend and play baseball next year at Worcester State University. Nick is interested in learning about real estate.
“My favorite class (at LHS) is probably Principles of Engineering and there is a tie for my favorite teacher between Mr. Robichaud and Mrs. Friberg,” Nick said.
Outside of school, Nick enjoys working out, fishing, playing cards and of course, playing baseball.
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