For Delbarton senior Will Kramer, juggling three varsity sports isn't a burden—it's a rhythm. Whether he's lining up a game-winning field goal, competing in squash, or leading the golf team as captain, Kramer approaches every season with the same mindset: compete, stay sharp, and have fun.

From A Backyard Challenge to Game-Winning Kicks

Will Kramer didn't grow up dreaming of being a kicker. In fact, he never even kicked a football until high school.

"Peter Donini and I have been best friends since we were five years old," Kramer said. "One day, we went to our local football field to kick field goals for fun. He beat me, and I wasn't going to let that go. I started kicking every day after that."

By the time his junior year rolled around, Kramer decided to give it a shot for real. "I knew I could help the team," he said. "And with help from kicking coach Ross Martin, I expanded my skills and became more serious about the position."

That dedication paid off. Kramer became an All-State selection and delivered one of the most memorable moments of the season—a game-winning field goal against Pope John on Homecoming 2024, with all four grandparents in the stands to see it.

"I was so light-headed in that moment, it felt like a fever dream," he said. "But I'll never forget it."

Kicking For Delbarton

Kicking in football is not something you pick up one day and the next, you're running out for a game-winning kick.  

"One thing that surprised me most about becoming a football kicker is how much teams rely on such a niche position, especially high school. Having good special teams can swing games, something our football team had last year."

What many people don't really understand about kickers is the pressure they are under.

"Kickers are more important than one might think. Having a kicker that does his job can turn winning to losing and losses into wins.

Three Sports, One Mindset

Kramer's athletic résumé is as unique as it is impressive: football, golf, and squash—three sports requiring completely different skill sets.

"I don't really have a favorite," he said. "Each sport teaches me something different—whether it's mechanics, mental toughness, or strategy."

So how does he balance it all with the typical workload of a Delbarton student?

"Playing all these sports makes me happy," Kramer said. "I don't really feel stressed. I just go with the flow and keep a balanced focus between athletics and academics."

Williams College

Next fall, Kramer is headed to Williams College to play football. It's a decision that felt right from the moment he stepped on campus.

"Williams reminded me of Delbarton—the balance of athletic and academic culture, the competitive mindset," he said. "That made my decision easy. I want to be challenged in college just like I've been here."

He may also consider continuing golf at the collegiate level. "We'll see how it goes," Kramer said. "It's on the table."

Mental Game, Pressure Moments, and the Power of Confidence

Across three sports, Kramer says one thing matters most: mental sharpness.

"People underestimate how mental all sports are," he said. "That drive for excellence—whether you're teeing off, hitting a serve, or lining up a 40-yard field goal—that's what propels performance."

Kramer's secret to handling pressure?

"Stay confident," he said. "Never let yourself be discouraged. If you believe in your ability to succeed, that's half the battle."