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Where Are They Now?: Andrew Hatch
Coronado High School
Class of 2005
From Harvard to Louisiana State University to entrepreneur, Andrew has really come a long way since high school! Andrew was quarterback for both the Harvard and LSU Football teams, playing in 2007 for the LSU football team that won the BCS National Championship. He is currently living in Florida, working with a partner to grow their company that offers SAT and ACT Prep classes and academic consulting for students going through the college entrance exam process. Andrew recognizes the impact of his high school years spent in Henderson on where he is today, and told us he was honored to be the first A Step Above in our beloved magazines!
Where are you currently living?
Naples, FL
What field are you working in and how did you end up doing what you’re doing?
My buddy and I have a company called Bailey Test Prep. We do SAT and ACT Prep classes and academic consulting for students going through the college entrance exam process. I always wanted to do something entrepreneurial and this opportunity presented itself. It has been a great experience so far, and we are in the process of continuing to expand our business throughout the country.
What achievements/recognitions are you most proud of since graduation?
I had the unique opportunity to play football for both LSU (Louisiana State University) and Harvard after high school, and then also one year of baseball during my last year at Harvard. It was a lot of fun. I’ve been fortunate to have had the chance to play sports with a ton of great teammates throughout my life. In 2007 I played for the LSU football team that won the BCS National Championship which was really exciting.
Are you married? Children? Pets?
No
How did growing up in Henderson/Las Vegas have an impact on the person you are today?
I spent my high school years in Henderson so it was a very important time for me. The people I met and the experiences I had while I was there helped set me on my path for the future. I have a lot of great memories from my time there.
Has your outlook on life and/or work changed since high school? If so, how?
I think my outlook on life, like everyone’s, has continued to evolve since I was in high school. We all learn and grow from our experiences, but I’m still just trying to maintain my focus on the people and things that seem most important in life.
How did you feel when you were featured as A Step Above and what kind of feedback did you receive?
I remember feeling very honored that someone would think to include me in that feature. I received a lot of great feedback, which was pretty neat. I specifically remember my math teacher being especially excited because I was holding my math book in the picture that was in the magazine haha.
Favorite Quote to Live By:
I have a lot of favorite quotes that I think about sometimes. I really like some of Winston Churchill’s quotes. I also really like the poem Invictus just to name a few.
