1 | High School | Head Coach First Name | Head Coach Last Name | 2021 season record / Overall coaching record | Division | Returning Starters/Arms | Overall thoughts on the season | Team Strengths | Top Returning Letterwinners | Top Prospects In 2022 Class | Top Prospects In 2023 Class | Top Prospects In 2024 Class | Top Prospects In 2025 Class | |
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2 | Ann Arbor Pioneer | Bob | Sullivan | 21-16 | 1 | 9/6 | The Pioneers return 12 players from last years District Championship team lead by '22 SS AJ Lewis (Ashland) '22 RHP Schuylar Byrn, '22 CF Cole Allen, '22 INF Noah Bernstein and '23 RHP/OF Julius Kass. The Pioneers will be an experienced team with an influx of talented Juniors and Sophomores expected to play roles during the 2022 season. '23 RHP Joey Wisniewski, '24 RHP/1B Nate Zumbrunnen and '24 RHP/C/SS Avery McEwen. | Leadership, Depth, Defense | AJ Lewis, SS, 22, 5'10, 175lbs R/R - 3 years Varsity player, Ashland commit. Schuylar Byrn, RHP, 22, 6'5 200lbs, R/R. Cole Allen, CF, 22, 5'10, 180lbs, R/R - 3 year starter | Schuylar Byrn, AJ Lewis, Cole Allen, Noah Bernstein, Kyler Heise | Julius Kass, Joey Wisniewski RHP | Avery McEwen RHP, C, SS, Nate Zumbrunnen RHP, 1B, Adam Adair SS, Tys Verhe-Henke RHP/OF | Elliott Pike LHP | |
3 | Bloomfield Hills | Rich | Krentz | 0-0 | 1 | 5/3 | New Vision and New Era for Bloomfield Hills Blackhawks Baseball | New Coach with no background with this program. Unknown at this time | Aaron Martin, Robert Newlund, Shane Winter, Jack Boike, James Forner | See above | Jack Friesen, Rusty Oddo | Brandon Newlund | N/A | |
4 | Grand Blanc Bobcats | Kevin | Hubbs | 33-11 | 1 | 5/7 | We have high expectations for ourselves this season | 1. Starting Pitching 2. Experience 3. Team Defense 4. Culture | David Lally RHP/SS 2022 (Notre Dame) Nathan Fidelino 3B/RHP 2024 (uncommitted) Hunter Ames UTL 2022 (Hope College) Nathan Helms RHP/IF 2022 (Northwood) Kyle Keener RHP/1B 2022 (Lansing CC) Braxton McVicar LHP 2022 (Albion) Dylan Bowen 2022 OF (Delta CC) Connor Cooper 2022 OF (Delta CC) Christian Magnee 2022 1B (Mid- Michigan CC) Travis Parsons 2023 2b (uncommitted) | David Lally RHP/SS 2022 (Notre Dame) Hunter Ames UTL 2022 (Hope College) Nathan Helms RHP/IF 2022 (Northwood) Kyle Keener RHP/1B 2022 (Lansing CC) Braxton McVicar LHP 2022 (Albion) Dylan Bowen 2022 OF (Delta CC) Connor Cooper 2022 OF (Delta CC) Christian Magnee 2022 1B (Mid- Michigan CC) | Travis Parsons Cole Mead 2023 OF/RHP | Nathan Fidelino Bryce O'Mara RHP | Trey Williams Chris Worley Nate Szcembara Liam Compton | |
5 | Grand Ledge Comets | Grant | Householder | 37-3 / 37-3 | 1 | 5/5 | We lose experience and veteran leadership, but we bring back a deep roster. Senior Cole Mance is returning all-conference and all-district pitcher that should lead a deep pitching staff. Senior Thomas Kerrigan and Junior Caleb Estrada return for year two, leading a versatile lineup, that features speed, power and fundamentals. Senior Nathan Droste (Olivet College) is an extremely versatile two-way player. Senior Owen Smith (Olivet College) will be one of the top outfielders in the area. With the expectation of the deep Senior class and Junior talent to compete, we are poised to have another extremely successful spring. | 1. Starting Pitching 2. Team Defense 3. Versatility 4. Continuity 5. Coaching | 1. Caleb Estrada, SS, JR, 6'2, 205, R/R, Honorable Mention All-Conference 2. Nathan Droste, MINF, SR, 5'10, 165, R/R, Honorable Mention All-Conference (Olivet College) 3. Cole Mance, INF/P, SR, 5'11, 185, R/R, All-Conference, All-District 4. Thomas Kerrigan, OF/1B, SR, 6'0, 180, L/R, Honorable Mention All-Conference 5. Owen Smith, OF, SR, 6'0, 170, R/R, (Olivet College) | Nathan Droste (Olivet College) Thomas Kerrigan Owen Smith (Olivet College) Carson Winans, P, 6'1, 175, L/L | Caleb Estrada Andrew Konieczny, 1B/OF/LHP, 6'4, 200, L/L Nathan Roskamp, P, 6'0, 160, R/R Leo Lake, C, 5'6, 140, R/R | Noah McCartney, OF/INF, 5'6, 150, R/R Andrew Deibel, C/INF/P, 5'11, 155, R/R Alex Cornman, OF/1B/P, 6'0, 160, R/R Lucas Caterino, 1B/P, 6'0, R/R | Preston Bohnet, INF/C/P Kyle Smith, INF/OF/P | |
6 | Grosse Pointe South Blue Devils | Dan | Griesbaum | 20-13-1 | 1 | 7/3 | We have most of our starting pitching back in Wells Graham, Quentin Dennis, Chase Mazey, and Robbie Leonard. Graham and Tigges were All MAC RED, Mazey and Leonard had very good summers and have improved velocity greatly since 2021. Our J.V. won the MAC RED and will provide great help in the field especially. Our frosh were 28-4. | Our starting pitching will be our strength definitely. We are strong behind the plate as well with both catchers returning, Alex Tigges and Ben Domzalski. We will have good speed as well, especially in the OF, and will be very good defensively. We will need to replace 2 All-MAC players Ryker Mazey-SS, now playing at Albion, and Jacob Harris who will play at John’s Hopkins next fall. They were our 3rd and 4th hitters. | Wells Graham-Junior, RHP, SS, .397, 9-2B, 3HR, 27 RBI, 4-1, 2.80 ERA, 4-0, 1.82 in MAC RED, 2nd in MVP voting in MAC RED as a soph. Alex Tigges-C, Sr., lead off hitter, .400, .514 OBA, 22 SB, 32 Runs, All MAC RED, D III schools interested. Quentin Dennis-Sr., RHP, 3-2, 3.44 ERA, 3-1, MAC RED, 2.48 ERA, not committed yet Robbie Leonard-Sr., RHP, 3-2, 3.84 ERA, Adrian commit Chase Mazey, RHP, Junior, threw 28 innings last year with 25 K’s but has been in a velocity improvement program and is throwing mid-upper 80’s now. Cliff Grabowski-Jr., OF, .314, .390 OBA River Kraus-Sr., OF, .245, .373 OBA Cam Braithwaite, Sr., OF, RHP, .282, 13 RBI Jonathan Drake-Sr., RHP, 1B, .333 Ave., 3-0, 4.03 ERA We will have several JV players from last year who will compete for starting roles as well as some non-starters from last years varsity. | Alex Tigges, Quentin Dennis, Robbie Leonard, Jonathan Drake, River Kraus, Cam Braithwaite | Wells Graham-RHP, INF., Chase Mazey, RHP, INF, Ben Domzalski-C, Ben Frakes-OF, Connor Stafford, INF, RHP | Hunter Belanger-1B, Joey Michelotti-INF | NA | |
7 | Lincoln Park Railsplitters | Brian | Amorose | 18-18 | 1 | 7 | The 2022 season has the potential to go well if we stay healthy. Three quality starters at the top end of the rotation with quality defense behind us. We did lose two real quality hitters in the middle, but we are fast on the bases this year. | Starting pitching, speed. | Evan McIntyre Gavin Hampton Alvaro Hernandez | Evan McIntyre, Gavin Hampton, Alvaro Hernandez, Justin Maldonado | Nate Josepeit | John Baylin | Johnathan Mateo | |
8 | Midland Dow Chargers | Rich | Juday | 27-15 / 97-54 | 1 | 6/5 | We have some key players to replace from last year's final four team, but we will be very athletic and I like our underclassmen and what they will do to fill in those spaces left by such a talented 2021 squad. | 1. Speed 2. Leadership 3. Power 4. Defense 5. Pitching | 1. Jack Bakus, 3B/P, 2023, 6-6 225-pounds, L/R. 2 year starter, Interests from EMU, MSU, WMU. Starting QB on Football Team and heavily recruited, .405 AVG, 8 HR, 41 RBI. 2. Billy Van Sumeran, 1B,/P, 2022, 6-6 220-pounds, R/R. 2 year starter, looking to play professional hockey upon graduation. .356 AVG, 2 HR, 30 RBI. 3. Nolan Sanders, P/OF, 2022, 6-0 175-pounds, R/L, 2 year starter, attending Hope as a student/athlete. .345 AVG, 9 SB, 4.35 40 time, 3-2 pitching record with 3 saves. 4. Dan Kowalczyk, OF, 2022 6-0 190 pounds, R/R, 360 AVG, 2 HR, 24 RBI. 5. Jay Worsley, P/INF, 2022 6-1 180 pounds, L/R, 289 AVG, 1 HR, 13 RBI, 4-1 record with 2 saves. 6. Tom Biacagalupo, C/P/INF, 2023, 6-2 185 pounds, R/R, 402 AVG in limited action 2021. | Nolan Sanders, Bill VanSumeran | 1. Jack Bakus, 2. Tom Biacagalupo, 3. Joe Craig, OF/P, 6-4 200 pounds, L/R 4. Zack Parker, SS/P, 6-1 165 pounds, R/R 5. Ty Biacagalupo, P/INF/OF/C 6-3 185 pounds, R/R | NA | NA | |
9 | Northville Mustangs | John | Kostrzewa | 18-16/417-128 | 1 | 5/6 | Excited to get the 2022 season rolling. We have a great group of hard working and dedicated players. It's a good balance of experienced players and new players that have a lot of potential. Individually and collectively there have been tremendous strides this offseason. | I think the overall chemistry and athleticism of the group. | Dante' Nori L/L..2024... outfielder Miss. St. Commit (Frosh starter) Josh Planko R/R ...2022...Pitcher/1B Macallester College Commit Matt Gorski L/L...2022..Pitcher/1B Gabe Clark R/R...2023.. Catcher Luke Brodde R/R...2022...Infielder Zach Jurcisin R/R...2022...Infielder Tyler Ross R/R..2022..Pitcher | Josh Planko Matt Gorski | Gabe Clark Cullen Foley Leo Miksitz | Joey Broughton Dante' Nori Evan Deak Carter Jurcisin Dominic Minghine Trevor Schueller Caden Besko Justin Brown | N/A | |
10 | Oxford Wildcats | Dave | Herrick | 30-8, 102-113 | 1 | 5/5 | I believe our players have been working extremely hard this off season. They have become a very close knit group due to the tragedy we faced. The players know how important this season is for them and our community. | 1. Starting pitching, 2. Leadership, 3. Team Culture | 1. Tony Hatzigeorgiou, IF/RHP, 2022, 5' 11", 195, R/R, 2-year starter, team captain, 2021 All-District, Wayne State recruit, Lansing CC recruit. Last year stats- .420 AVG, 4 2B, 2 3B, 3 HR, 28 RBIs, 32 R, 16 SB 2. Brady Carpenter, OF/RHP, 2022, 6'1", 180, R/R, 4-year starter, 2 year captain, 2021 All-OAA, SVSU commit. Last year stats- .314 AVG, 9 2B, 1 3B, 1 HR, 22 RBIs, 36 R, 24 SB 3. Gavin Walters, C/RHP/3B/1B, 2022, 6'2", 205, R/R, 2-year starter, Lansing CC commit. Last year stats- 10 2B, 2 3B, 1 HR, 15 RBIs, 11 R, 4 wins, 52 K 4. Owen Schihl, 3B,C,RHP, 2023, 6'1" 215, 2-year starter, Davenport recruit,. Last year stats, 4-1, 0.62 ERA, 35 K, 5 BB | Tony Hatzigeorgiou, Brady Carpenter, Gavin Walters | Owen Schihl | Jay Cady | N/A | |
11 | Salem High School | John | Wright | 13-23 / 119-92 | 1 | 8/8 | I am very excited! Our players have been working very hard in the offseason. | 1. offense, 2. Leadership, 3. Defense | Robert Ahlgren 3b/RHP, Ben Cannon C/OF, Anthony Clements CF, Alex DeAngelis P, Lucas Dieffenbaugher SS, Dylan Fleming 2B, Owen Lundh 1B, Kyle Moran C, Avery Saterlee, OF/P, Garrett Southern P, Mark Szymanki P, Eric Sheppard Utility, P. | Anthony Clements, Dylan Fleming, Owen Lundh | Robert Ahlgren, Eric Sheppard, Ben Cannon, Luke Dieffenbaugher, | Aaron Pryce | N/A | |
12 | Saline Hornets | Al | Zeiher | 26-10-1 / 56-17-1 | 1 | 3/5 | We can't wait to compete this spring. We feature an exciting schedule against some of the best teams in the midwest. This also includes playing in the SEC Red which should be one of the best leagues in the state from top to bottom. We have a great mix of players this spring. Returners who played in big games last spring to lean on with some younger players who are eager to play at the Varsity level. | Leadership | Bobby Butler - IF/P Sr. Lansing CC Commit 3 year starter .301 AVG 11 2Bs Braden LaRusso- OF/P Sr. .316 AVG Liam Yelsma- LHP Sr. Adrian College Commit 39 IP, 1.615 ERA, 36 SO, 6 BBs, 4-2 Aidan Carlson- RHP Sr. Northwood Commit 25 IP, .28 ERA, 35 SO Ian Balint- RHP/IF Sr. Giuseppe Gottfried- 1B Sr. Navy (Football Commit) .326 AVG 4 HRs Luke Masters- 1B Sr. Siena Heights (Football Commit) Sam Jane - LHP Sr. Sam Miller- IF/P Jr. Jackson Conley - C Jr. | Bob Butler Braden LaRusso Liam Yelsma Aidan Carlson Ian Balint Giuseppe Gottfried Luke Masters Same Jane | Sam Miller Jackson Conley | N/A | N/A | |
13 | Swartz Creek Dragons | Nick | Bierman | New Head Coach | 1 | 5/4 | We will be placing a strong emphasis on our pitching and the defense. There will be many opportunities for players to step up and help solidify the pitching staff. I'm excited to start the season and begin working with this group to get better everyday and reach our fullest potential as a team. | Great leadership and off season commitment. | Ben McGhee-Britt 1B/RHP, Cameron Spencer IF/OF, Drew Shultz LHP/CF, Jackson Serges OF/RHP, Connor Cassavoy 1B/3B, Caleb Hall LHP/OF | Ben McGhee-Britt, Cameron Spencer | Drew Shultz, Carter Pyle SS/3B, Evan Lloyd C/3B | Ty Moleski OF, Mason Sears 3B/P, Carson Orvis LHP/OF, Andrew Booth RHP/OF, Gabe Britt IF | NA | |
14 | Traverse City West Titans | Matt | Bocian | 27-12 / 324-149 | 1 | 5/4 | Very solid core group of players with a mix of young talented players who are coachable and willing to work hard. | Defense/Pitching | Wyatt Danilowicz - LHP - 2022 Sam Reynolds - INF - RHP - 2022 Gavin Brown - C - 2022 Ian Robertson - INF - 2023 | Wyatt Danilowicz - LHP - 2022 Sam Reynolds - INF - RHP - 2022 Gavin Brown - C - 2022 | Ian Robertson | Quinten Gilliespie - INF/RHP Jack Griffiths - RHP/OF Isaac Kelsey - OF/LHP Maverick Richard - RHP Mike Healy | Owen Hendrix - INF/RHP Caden Stoops - INF/RHP Brayden Popa - INF | |
15 | Troy Colts | Tim | Mullen | 19-17 | 1 | 5/7 | We should pitch and field well as we return our entire IF and our top 3 pitchers. Our lineup will be the question mark as we lost 4 big bats. | Pitching | Austin Cicerone, SS/P, 6-0/190 pounds, Jr, two year starter. Last Year .394 AVG, 12 2B, 1 3B, 2 HR, 25 RBI, 39 R, 15 SB, 3.4 ERA, 39K, 10 BB, 43 inn | N/A | Austin Cicerone | N/A | N/A | |
16 | Walled Lake Northern Knights | Pete | Lamerato | 26-14/260-266 overall (121-77 at WLN) | 1 | 5/9 | Even though we graduated a large group after last season's district championship, we have a great group of juniors and seniors that are quite talented. We return 10 players who played last year and contributed to the varsity team as well as 9 experienced pitchers, including 3 of our top 4 starting pitchers return. Ty Stepek returns as one of the best players in the state of Michigan and will be expected to handle the pitching staff. Robbie Whelan returns after breaking many of our team records last season going 9-0 on the mound with 4 saves and a 1.53 ERA. | 1. Starting pitching and depth at catcher. 2. Strong defense and 3. Legitimate 9 man lineup that will score a lot of runs with power and contact 4. Team leadership and buy in to work together. | Ty Stepek, C, INF, P, 2022, 6-2/180-pounds, R/R, 3-year starter, team captain, Grand Valley State commit. Last year Stats: .444 AVG, 17 2B, 5 3B, 6 HR, 41 RBI, 42 R, 23 SB. Robbie Whelan, P/OF, 2022, 5-10/165-pounds, R/R, 2-year Varsity pitcher, team captain. Last Year Stats: 9-0, 1.53 ERA, 54K, 20 BB Nick Skiver, 2B/SS, 2022, 5-8/150-pounds, L/R, 2-year starter, team captain. Last Year Stats: .421 AVG, 10 2B, 2 3B, 22 RBI, 31 R, 21 SB | Ty Stepek, Robbie Whelan, Nick Skiver, Ashton Stants, P/OF, 2022, 6-3/185-pounds R/L, 2 year varsity player; Brady Beckstrom P/1B, 2022, 6-5/190-pounds, R/R, 2 year varsity; | Jonah Farabi, P/3B/SS, 2023, 5-10/160-pounds, R/R 2 year varsity. Jake Winn, P/1B, 2023, 6-1/220-pounds, R/R, 2 year varsity. Eric Rapp, SS/3B/P, 2023, 6-0/170-pounds, R/R, 2 year varsity. Adam Davis, 1B/OF/P, 2023, 6-0/190-pounds, L/L Nick McCormick, INF/P, 2023, 6-3/185-pounds, R/R | Samuel Korus, P/1B/3B/OF, 2024, 6-1/180-pounds, R/R Billy Helka, C/INF/OF/P, 2024, 5-10/160-pounds, R/R Nathan Ray, P/OF, 2024 6-3/165-pounds, R/R Noah Lamerato, SS/3B/2B/P, 5-9/145 pounds, R/R Anthony Estrada, 3B/SS/P, 6-0/155-pounds, R/R | N/A | |
17 | West Bloomfield Lakers | Josh | Birnberg | 25-15 | 1 | 7/4 | Very excited to build off of last year’s success. We have a lot of really good kids and equally as good players. They are hungry and ready to compete. | Pitching, competitiveness | Matt Fountain, 1B/OF/RHP, 2022 LCC Commit, Tyler Allos OF, 2022 Schoolcraft Commit Josh Weiss RHP/3B Schoolcraft Commit Adrian Epps OF/RHP 2023 top 50 on PBR Logan Pikur RHP/OF 2023 CMU Commit Max Bowers 2023 MIF Brody Pikur RHP/OF 2025 | Matthew Fountain , Tyler Allos, Josh Weiss, Wes Govier | Logan Pikur, Adrian Epps, Max Bowers | N/A | Brody Pikur | |
18 | Wyandotte Bears | Brian | Cotner | 17-18 / 348-258 | 1 | 5/3 | The Bears have a lot returning and intend on contending for the league title. Led by Donavan Canterberry (Sr - Xavier) and Manny Gutierrez (Jr - uncommitted) on the mound, the pitching should be in good hands. Both will also lead the team with the bat. Tyler Kurdi (Jr), Keegan Rose (So), Jadn' McGowen (Fr) and Robbie Longoria (Sr) will be expected to have big roles and will be big factors in the success of Wyandotte. | 1. Leadership 2. Starting Pitching 3. Hitting 4. Defense | Donavan Canterberry, SS/P, 2022, 6-0/195, R/R, 4 yr starter, team captain, Xavier recruit. Last year stats - .317 AVG, 10 2B, 2 3B, 15 RBIs, 33 R, 30 SB. 6-4, 1.58 ERA, 68 K, 11 BB Manny Gutierrez, OF, P, 2023, 5-8/165, L/L, 3 yr starter, team captain, uncommitted. Last year stats - . 398 AVG, 12 2B, 1 3B, 28 RBIs, 20 R, 6 SB. 1-6, 3.86 ERA, 49 K, 29 BB | Donavan Canterberry Robbie Longoria Shawn DeLeon | Manny Gutierrez Tyler Kurdi Jason Pente | Keegan Rose | Jadn' McGowen | |
19 | Zeeland West Dux | Adam | Locker | (33-9 / 189-119-1) | 1 | 5/4 | We have a team that plays hard and has a great time doing it. | Pitching | Josh Agar (LHP), Carter Hughes (RHP) | N/A | Josh Agar, Carter Hughes, Simon Moore | N/A | N/A | |
20 | Carrollton Cavaliers | Eric | Dalton | 8-23/0-0 | 2 | 6/3 | We are going to be a young squad, as far as experience goes, but I'm excited about our group as they are building and getting better each day to compete at the highest level. | 1. Defense 2. Young Arms 3. Team chemistry | Sophomore Grant Wood CF/SS | Andrew Johnson | Nicolas Olivarez | Grant Wood, Cody Sanada, Hunter Enos | N/A | |
21 | Cheboygan High School | Kevin | Baller | 24-12-1/291-241-3 | 2 | 8/3 | Great group of returning players. Should compete for a conference and district crown. | Starting Pitching, Strong Leadership | Daniel Wilcome, OF/LHP Saginaw Valley Recruit. Last year stats-.468 avg, 7 2B, 3 3B, 2 HR, 19 SB, 32 RBI. Henry Stempky, SS/RHP Last year stats .383, 9 2B, 3 3B, 22 RBI, 23 SB Honorable Mention All-State. Tyler Balazovic, SS/2B/RHP Last year stats .415, 8 2B, 28 RBI. Dylan Balazovic, C Soph Last year stats .340, 17 RBI | Daniel Wilcome Henry Stempky | N/A | Dylan Balazovic | N/A | |
22 | Divine Child Falcons | Dan | Deegan | 16-18/82-76 | 2 | 4/4 | Team will be led by it's starting pitching and defense. | 1. Leadership, 2. Starting Pitching, 3. Experience | 1. Owen Avery, RHP/3B, '23, 6' 220 lbs, 3 year starter, team captain. Grand Valley recruit. .290 AVG. 5-4 W/L, 3.09 ERA, 114 k's, 59.3 IP 2. Jack Zang, LHP/1B, '23, 6'3, 210 lbs. 4 year varsity player. Has D1 offers. .303 AVG., 29 RBI, 6 2B. 3. Carson Sampson, CF, '23, 5'11, 160 lbs, 3 year varsity starter. 4. Bronson Pawson, RHP, '23, 5'9, 145 lbs. | 1. Owen Avery, RHP/3B, '23, 6' 220 lbs, 3 year starter, team captain. Grand Valley recruit. .290 AVG. 5-4 W/L, 3.09 ERA, 114 k's, 59.3 IP 2. Jack Zang, LHP/1B, '23, 6'3, 210 lbs. 4 year varsity player. Has D1 offers. .303 AVG., 29 RBI, 6 2B. 3. Tyler Kostora, C/2B, '24, 5'8, 180 lbs. 2 year varsity player. .300 AVG., 22 RBI. 4. Carson Sampson, CF, '23, 5'11, 160 lbs, 3 year varsity starter. | Tyler Kostora | Everette Shumaker, RHP/SS, 6'1, 180 lbs. | N/A | |
23 | Escanaba Eskymos | Scott | Hanson | 23-7/ 59-26 | 2 | 4/4 | This will be the deepest our pitching staff has been in years. We have good senior leadership and the development of our sophomores will be a key for the season. | Starting pitching and Leadership | SR. Jared Hanson 6-3 200 Captain career 6-2 record , SR. Hunter Lancour 5-2 2.29 ERA .284 6 doubles 21 rbi 14 stolen bases , SO Ben Johnson .341 9 stolen bases | Jared Hanson-P Hunter Lancour-IF/P | Trent Lawson-OF | Ben Johnson-C , Bon LaChance IF/P | N/A | |
24 | Essexville Garber Dukes | Jon | Jeczmionka | 26-13/255-104-4 | 2 | 7/5 | We have plenty of returning talent and have added a few nice pieces to our 2022 squad. RHP Tommy Szczepanski (University of Michigan) is one of the top pitchers in the state and gives us a great chance to win whenever he's on the hill. Our pitching staff is deep and our conference & postseason hopes will come down to whoever steps up to be a bonafide #2. | Our strength lies in our returning players (10). We expect to be solid defensively with plenty of versatile players able to play multiple positions. | 1. Tommy Szczepanski - Sr. P/INF 1st Team All Conference, 2nd Team All State 4 year varsity player. 2. Micah Irrer - Sr. C/DH/INF 2nd Team All COnference, ALL District. Team leader in BA (451). 3. Blaise Millar - Sr. 1st team All Conference; can play all nine positions. Hit 374 last season. 4. Cam Rowley - Sr. 2nd Team All Conference OF. Hit 382 last season. 5. Jack Mularz - Sr. RHP/INF Hit 324 last year 6. Jack Day - Sr. INF/RHP Best defensive player on the squad last year | 1. Szczepanski 2. Millar 3. Irrer | 1. Landon Sella 2. Ethan Burrows | LHP 6'4" Max Fellows | N/A | |
25 | Forest Hills Eastern Hawks | Ian | Hearn | 29-11 | 2 | 5/5 | The Hawks have a solid, talented, and experienced group back that have played a lot of baseball. The Team is Forest Hills Eastern's strength. | Chemistry, experience, and overall ability. | Evan Parks, SS/P, 2022, 6'3, 190, L/R signed with Butler. Leo Hearn, Catcher, 2022, 6'2.5", 215, L/R signed with Bowling Green. Jacob Pallo, P/INF, 2023, 6'2, 175, R/R uncommitted. Brian Messing, INF, 2022, 6'2, 165, R/R uncommitted. Ashton Feenstra, LHP, 2022, 6'4, 180, L/L uncommitted. Caleb Kuiper, RHP, 2022, 6'0, 180, R/R uncommitted. | Evan Parks, Leo Hearn, Brian Messing, Ashton Feenstra, Calen Kuiper, Iwan Sitalo | Jacob Pallo, Collin Fridsma, Mac DenBraber | Matt Stotts, Drew Patten | Brenden Thompson, Max Ferrick, James Dempsey, Max Jerow, Manel Conners, Landen Lindley | |
26 | Fowlerville Gladiators | Colin | Boak | First Year Coaching/ 0-0 | 2 | 2/1 | We are a very young program, with a lot of promise. I am excited to see how our young team handles itself this season. We will be underdogs in most games but are setting out with something to prove. | Speed, and a lot of young talent | N/A | N/A | NA | N/A | N/A | |
27 | Holland Christian Maroons | Scott | Mokma | 14-17 | 2 | 2 | I am excited to be coaching varsity baseball for the Maroons. Coach Jim Caserta led the Marrons to many championships from 2014-2021 and he leaves a tremendous legacy for this program to follow. We will have a young team this year, so I look forward to seeing how they can come together and accomplish team goals. | Defense will be our key. | Lucas Conklin, OF, Daniel Dykstra, SS/RHP- , Trevor Nagelkirk-LHP 1.94 ERA | N/A | Lucas Conklin, Daniel Dykstra, Trevor Nagelkirk, | Kyle Smith | Gavin DeBoer | |
28 | Ionia Bulldogs | Jason | Lundstrom | 15-23 | 2 | 5/6 | Looking forward to competing and playing. We're very excited to see how our players respond to good competition. | 1. Depth in pitching 2. Team Speed 3. Hitting | Ethan Bowen P, Jr., Kane Lundstrom Of, P, Jr., Danny McCoy P, C, Jr. Tanner Gregory Sr. Of | Tanner Gregory Sr. Austin Hillabrandt Sr., AJ Castillo Sr. | Ethan Bowen Jr., Kane Lundstrom Jr., Danny McCoy Jr. | Carter Castillo, Tyson McDiarmid, Alex Barr move in, Matt McCoy | N/A | |
29 | Lamphere Rams | Adam | Wooley | 23-5/ 350-212 | 2 | 6/4 | "After two straight league championships, this will be a transitional year. Despite losing 5 quality players to college programs, we have a solid base which should allow us to contend for the MAC Gold again this season." | 1. Defense; 2. Offensive production; 3. Good exemplary leaders | 1. Nick Krstich, C, 2022; 6-1, 195#, R/R 4-year starter; team captain; signed with Grand Valley State .375 AVG, 11 2B, 2 HR, 21 RBI, 31 R, 14 SB 32% Throw out. 2. Amare Curran, R/R CF 2023, 6-3 175# .333, 5 2B, 12 RBI, 14 R, 13 SB. 3. Noah Atherholt, SS, 2023, 5-9, 165# R/R .410 AVG, 3 2B, 23 RBI, 18 R, 5 SB. 4. Aidan McGinnis RHP, 2023, 6'0, 195# 7-1 W-L, 3.39 ERA | Nick Krstich; Aidan McGinnis; Drew Webster, L/R 1B-3B | Noah Atherholt; Amare Curran; Jamison Ross R/R C-OF | N/A | N/A | |
30 | Ludington Orioles | Evan | Kroeze | 22-11 | 2 | 6/5 | We are extremely excited about this years team. We have a great senior class of 6 that have built great culture within the program. This group has worked their tails off and are some of the highest character players I have been around during my 13 years of being part of Ludington Baseball. Obviously we still have a lot of work to do and have to prove it on the field, but we are ready for the opportunity. | 1.Character/Work Ethic 2. Defense 3. Speed 4. Hitting 5. Pitching | Stephen Weinert, C/OF, 2022, 3-year starter, captain, .459, 6 2B, 5 3B, 36 RS Gabe Hogenson, OF, 2022, 3 year starter, captain, .390, 26 RBI, 24 RS | Stephen Weinert Gabe Hogenson | N/A | Evan McCarthy, SS/OF, 2024, 2nd year as a starter, .355 average | N/A | |
31 | Marshall Redhawks | Tom | Sharpley | 24-10 | 2 | 6/6 | Look to continue our streak of 5 straight conference championships | 1. Starting pitching 2. Defense 3. Depth | Isaac Stetler, LHP/OF, 2022 6-1 165-pounds R/L 3-year lettermen, Grand Rapids recruit Last Years Stats - 6-3, 2.046 ERA, 45 K, .228 BAA, 65 IP All Conference 1st team Killian Bies, 3B/C/UT 2023 5-11 190-pounds S/R 2-year lettermen Last Years Stats - .333 AVG, .514 OBP, .887 OPS, 22 R, 22 HBP All Conference HM Luke Holbrook, RHP/OF 2023 5-9 195-pounds R/R 2-year lettermen, Last Years Stats - .298 AVG, 15 RBI, 2-1 29 IP, 41 K, 1.448 ERA, .183 BAA All Conference HM Jesse Saldana, LHP/OF, 2023 6-1 180-pounds L/L 2-year lettermen, Last Years Stats - 4-1 2.032 ERA, 30 K, 20.2 IP, .173 BAA Gavin Spence, SS/P, 2024 5-11 160-pounds R/R 1-year lettermen, Last Years Stats - .319 AVG, 6 2B, 2 HR, 19 RBI, All Conference 1st team | Isaac Stetler | Killian Bies, Jesse Saldana, Luke Holbrook | Gavin Spence | N/A | |
32 | Niles Vikings | Mike | Vota | 22-11 / 412-291-3 | 2 | 5/3 | Graduated most starters last year. Good young talent in the program needing varsity experience. | Defense | 1. Gage Vota, RHP, 2023, 6-4/180, R/R, starter as a sophomore, FB Velo 84-85 as a sophomore last year, 17 IP, 14 hits, 18 SO, 24 BB, 4.04 ERA, 2. Drew Racht, 3B/RHP, 2022, 5-10 / 190LBS R/R. 43 IP, 44 Hits, 41 SO, 7 BB, 1.94 ERA 3. Austin Bradley C, RHP, 2022, 6-3/185, R/R 4. Hunter Fazi 3B, RF, 2022, 5-10/ 170, R/R. 4. Talon Brawley SS/RHP, 2024, 5-8/165, R/R. | NA | Gage Vota | Talon Brawley | Sam Rucker | |
33 | Notre Dame Prep | Jason | Gendreau | 25-9 / 35-17 | 2 | 3/2 | We will be a young team looking for regular season growth towards the post season | leadership, toughness, hungry | Luke Babich, RHP/OF. Michael Sadecki, RHP/C/IF | none | none | Owen Marks, LHP | Roman Cherfoli, SS | |
34 | Parma Western Panthers | Russ | Gaston | 16-13 / 59-42 | 2 | 7/2 | With 7 starters and 2 top of the rotation arms coming back, we have high expectations within the I-8 and our District. | 1. Team Defense 2. Team Offense 3. Team Chemistry | Nolan Wheeler, INF/P, 2022, L/R, All-Region/All-Conference - .429, 5 2B, 4 3B, 2 HR Caden Oliver, C, 2023, R/R, All-District - .405, 5 2B, 2 3B | Nolan Wheeler | Caden Oliver Drew Braun C/INF, 2023, R/R - .318 AVE, .415 OBP | Jack LaPorte | N/A | |
35 | Paw Paw Red Wolves | Derek | Vanderburg | 8-19-1 | 2 | 7/4 | Looking forward to a bounce back year. Return a core of young players who gained valuable playing experience last year. We have 2 plus arms at the top of our rotation who will keep us in games. If we make the routine plays this year, we will be a competitive team in our league. We are looking forward to an exciting season. | 1. Starting Pitching 2. Team Speed | Remi Hahn, 3B/RHP, 2023 Jake Hindenach INF/RHP, 2024 Joe Miller INF/OF, 2023 Cullen Sylvester OF/P, 2022 Brayden Pease OF/P, 2022 Jacob Major C, 2024 Matthew Hartman OF, 2023 | Brayden Pease Cullen Sylvester | Remi Hahn Joe Miller Matthew Hartman Nick Boyd | Jake Hindenach Jacob Major | N/A | |
36 | Tecumseh Indians | Tom | Bullinger | 26-8/325-174 | 2 | 0/0 | Going to have to fill some holes, especially on the mound. There will be opportunities for younger players to be brought up to varsity to pitch. May be a revolving door. We have a few guys returning that play multiple positions and are good hitters. Looking for them to step up and be leaders. | 1. Defense, where many players can play multiple positions, 2. Hitting. | Seth Austin, INF, 2022, 5'10, R/R, 2 year starter, Spring Arbor recruit Jacob Burns, INF, 2023, 6'2, R/R | Seth Austin | Jacob Burns | Max Bledsoe, C, 5'11 | N/A | |
37 | Trenton Trojans | Todd | Szalka | 31-7 / 315-165-1 | 2 | 5/4 | Losing an MLB draft pick and a D1 arm to graduation is a tough task for any program to overcome. With 5 starters returning, multiple backup players from 2021 being ready to contribute, and players moving up from a 21-4 JV team that is reason for great optimism. There is no shortage of arms in the program, but it will take some time for the pitching pecking order to sort it's way out. In the meantime, Trenton returns All-Region catcher Brock Beaudrie (SR)and All-League outfielder Matt Cheatam (SR). Senior Nick Mator (7 wins), Junior Alex Stepaniak (4 wins), and Josh DeChane (SR) return on the hill with Juniors Joaquin Maldonado and Matt Jividen ready to leave their mark on the program. Senior Blake Brewer returns from an injury his junior year, and as a 6'3" lefty, he will get plenty of pitching opportunities. Newcomers Reece Omodio and Blake Boike, late season call-ups, will be called upon to step into bigger roles all over the diamond. The Trojans also return one of the MHSAA Tournament's hottest players, Senior Braylon Hughes, who will slide over from 2B to SS this season. | Team strength will be Baserunning, Leadership, and Knowledge of the Game. | SR: Brock Beaudrie C (Undecided) 2 year Captain, Matt Cheatam OF (Lansing CC), Nick Mator RHP/1B (Undecided), Braylon Hughes SS (Undecided) Alex Stepaniak RHP/1B '23 (Uncommitted), Joaquin Maldonado LHP/OF '23 (Uncommitted). Our stats are available on GameChanger, if you send me an email and request permission I will allow you access to those. | Brock Beaudrie, Matt Cheatam, Nick Mator, & Braylon Hughes | Alex Stepaniak, Joaquin Maldonado, Reece Omodio, and Blake Boike | Caleb Kidd LHP/OF and Zach Hitchcock LHP/OF | Aston Rooney | |
38 | Vicksburg Bulldogs | Brian | Deal | 30-11/Unkown | 2 | 7/4 | I think we will be a very competitive team this year. We lost some good senior leadership who provided us with a lot of offense and pitching. We do however return several starters from a team that won our districts last year. We will have several players with multiple years of varsity experience to help us compete this season. | 1. pitching 2 defense 3 speed 4 Offense | 1.Tyler DeVries SS Sr 6'0' 185 R/R-4 year starter at shortstop, consistent defender 2.Dylan Zemitans P SR 6'3" 200 R/R -3 year starter. Will enter the season as #1 or #2 pitcher 3. Jimmy Cutshaw 5'10" 165 R/R -3 Year starter in the outfield 4.Cole Gebben 6'0' 200 R/R-2 year starter as Pitcher/Outfielder High 80s fastball 5. Logan Cohrs 5'10' 185 R/R -1 year starter as catcher. Starting catcher as a freshman. | Dylan Zemitans Jimmy Cutshaw Tyler DeVries | Cole Gebben | Logan Cohrs | ||
39 | East Jordan | Tom | Reid | 11-16/81-119-2 | 3 | 6/4 | With the strong leadership and talent we have returning, I believe this team can make a significant run through the state tournament and should compete for a conference title. | 1. Leadership 2. Starting Pitching 3. strong bats | 1. Thomas Reid III, SS/3B/RHP, 2022, 5'11", 185 lbs, L/R, 3-yr starter, All State HM 2021, team captain, Grand Rapids Community College commit, 2021 stats-.540 avg, 13 2B, 4 3B, 4 HR, 28 RBI, 20 runs, 9 SB, 5-3, 1.76 ERA, 1 save, 85 K, 27 BB 2. Ben Reid, C/1B, 2023, 6'1", 190 lbs, L/R, 2-yr starter, all conference 2021, 2021 stats- .328 AVG, 10 2B, 1 3B, 18 RBI, 6 runs 3. Kaleb Schroeder, 2B/RHP, 2022, 6'1", 155 lbs, R/R, 2-yr starter, team captain, Bay College CC commit, 2021 stats-.200 avg, 3 2B, 5 RBI, 11 runs, 9 SB, .455 OBP, 1-4, 8.70 ERA, 18 K, 19 BB 4. Dawson Carey, SS/RHP, 2023, 5'10", 170 lbs, R/R, 2-yr starter, 2021 stats-.232 AVG, 2 2B, 1 3B, 4 RBI, 18 runs, 10 SB, 1-3, 7.76 ERA, 16 K 5. Hayden Peck, CF, 2022, 5'9", 165 lbs, R/R, 2-yr starter, 2021 All conference HM, 2021 stats-.243 Avg, 2 2B, 1 3B, 1 HR, 2 RBI, 22 runs, 7 SB 6. Mason Malpass, 1B, 2022, 6'5", 185 lbs, L/L, 2-yr starter, 2021 all conference, 2021 stats-.315, 1 2B, 6 RBI, 11 runs, 9 SB | 1. Thomas Reid III 2. Kaleb Schroeder 3. Hayden Peck 4. Mason Malpass | 1. Ben Reid 2. Dawson Carey | 1. Lucas Stone | 1. Brenden Aenis 2. Eli Burns | |
40 | Grosse Pointe Woods University Liggett | Dan | Cimini | 31-5 (470-105) | 3 | 9/5 | We return all of our starters back from our State Championship team. I look forward to playing in the CHSL Central Division this Spring which is one of the toughest HS baseball divisions in the state. | 1. Experience 2.Pitching 3. Defense 4. Speed 5. Offense | 1.Kurt Barr 2022, RHP/INF, 6'4 190-pounds-Captain, University of Michigan signee 2. Matthew Greene 2022 OF/INF/P 5'10 185-pounds -Captain, R/R uncommitted. 3.Jarren Purify 2023, SS 185-pound-Captain, R/R University of Michigan commit. 4. Reggie Sharpe 2024 MIF 5'9 175-pounds, R/R University of Michigan commit. 5.Oliver Service 2023 C/OF 5'11 210-pounds, R/R University of Texas commit. 6. Jack Jones 2023 RHP/OF/1B, 6'4 215-pounds, R/R Michigan State University commit. 7.Ryan Jones 2023 OF/C/1B 6'4 215-pounds, R/R uncommitted. 8. Preston Barr 2024 3B/P/MIF 6'4 210-pounds, R/R uncommitted. 8. Joey Randazzo 2023 OF/MIF/P, 5'9 160-pound, R/R uncommitted. 9. Ryan Knaebel 2023 OF/P, 5'9 160-pounds,R/R uncommitted. 10. Jake Martin 2023 C, 5'11 200-pounds, R/R uncommitted. | Kurt Barr; Matthew Greene | Jarren Purify; Oliver Service; Jack Jones; Ryan Jones; Joey Randazzo; Jake Martin; Ryan Knaebel | Reggie Sharpe; Preston Barr | Blake Ilitch 2025 RHP | |
41 | Niles-Brandywine | David | Sidenbender | 24-9/ 404-265 | 3 | 7/6 | Im excited about this team. We are as talented as we have been in a while at most all positions and I am looking forward to seeing us progress throughout the season. | 1. overall depth 2. experience 3. talent level | Jamier Palmer, inf, So., 6', 165, r/r, returning 1st team all state, stats-440ave, 12 2b, 5 3b, 1 hr, 29rbi, 40-41 sb Owen Hullett, inf/p, Jr, 6'1" 180, r/r, 333ave, 3 2b, 11rbi, 5-1, 1.40 era, 27k, 7bb | James Barnes | Owen Hullett jr | Jamier Palmer, Jaremiah Palmer | N/A | |
42 | Vassar Vulcans | Jason | Hahn | 10-20-4 | 3 | 8/5 | Last year, we were extremely young, starting 6 underclassmen. I’m hoping that experience of playing at the varsity level will result in a far better season. We have a great core of players that will return and lead our team. | 1. Defense 2. Game knowledge | 1. Manee Mendham, P/3b, 2022, 5’8 155 lbs, R/R, 3 year starter, last year .360 BA, 35 r 18 rbi, 26 steals. 2. Nate Whitney, P/1b, 2023, 5’10 215 lbs, 2 year starter, .338 ave, .524 OBP 27 RBI 3. Dustin Henderson P/Util 2nd year starter, .299 ave, 17 rbi, 16 r | Manee Mendham | Nate Whitney, Dustin Henderson | Landon Gonzales | Trever Gleeson, Layton Cartner, Cheven Lesko | |
43 | Beal City Aggies | Steve | Pickens | 31-3 | 4 | 8/8 | WE HAVE A GEAT CORE OF RETURNERS FROM LAST YEAR, ALL PLAYERS RETURNING THIS YEAR HAVE HAD VARSITY EXPERIENCE, 5 WITH 4 YEAR EXPERIENCE. HOPE TO REPEAT AS HIGHLAND CONF. CHAMPS AND MAKE A FURTHER RUN FOR A STATE TITLE | 1 BASEBALL KNOWLEDGE, 2 PITCHING, 3 DEFENSE, 4 HITTING, 5 WORK ETHIC | WADE WILSON P,OF, 12TH, 5' 9" 175 lbs. ALL STATE 1ST TEAM, ALL CONFERENCE, ALL AREA last year 4 yr varsity player, last year 386 ave., 24 RBI tied team lead, 7 sb, 6-3 pitching 1.024 ERA BRENDAN MARTIN, P 1ST, 12TH, 6 5" 180 lbs. ALL STATE 2ND TEAM, ALL CONFERENCE, ALL AREA last year 4 yr varsity player. last year 8-0 with 1 save pitching, ERA 1.024. strike out ave per inning 1.29, only walked 4 batter all season BRAYDEN HAYNES, C, INF,OF, 12TH 6'2" 200 lbs. ALL STATE 2ND TEAM, ALL CONFERENCE, ALL AREA last year 4 year varsity player. last year 493 ave. 8 doubles 2 triples, 7 sb KAIDAN ANDREWS, SS, P, 12TH 5'8" 150lbs. ALL STATE 2ND TEAM, ALL CONFERENCE, ALL AREA last year, 4 year varsity player Last year 404 ave., 20 sb team lead, 18 RBI ( lead off hitter) 10 doubles, 1 triple, 1 HR.; 2 -0 with 1 save pitching HUNTER MILES, P,OF, 12TH, 5'9", 165 lbs. last year 439 ave. 2=0 pitching KONNOR WILSON P,OF, 12TH, 6'0" 150 lbs. 4 year varsity player. 4-0 pitching CAIDEN SMITH, INF, P, 10TH, 5'7" 140 lbs. Last year 316 ave. JOSH WILSON, P,INF, 10TH, 6'3" 205 lbs.?? Last year (limited action) 273 ave JAKE GAUTHIER, C , 10TH 5'5 135 lbs.??? T=R,B=R, 375 AVE | KAIDAN ANDREWS, BRAYDEN HAYNES, BRENDAN MARTIN, WADE WILSON, KONNOR WILSON, HUNTER MILES | -0- ONLY ONE JR IN PROGRAM OUT WITH KNEE INJURY | CAYDEN SMITH, JOSH WILSON, JAKE GAUTHIER | N/A | |
44 | Dryden Cardinals | Martin | Barker | 5-13-1/5-13-1 | 4 | 7/3 | While 2021 was a challenging season, a strong foundation was established within our program that we are looking to build upon in 2022. With 8 returning players and an infusion of some young talent, our expectations are to at least double our win total and improve upon our 4th place league finish. | Leadership, competitiveness, passion for the game | 1) Dylan Ledford, SS/RHP, 2023, 6-3/170-lbs, R/R, 2 yr starter. Last Year Stats: .451 AVG, 6 2B, 15 RBI, 24 R, 10 SB. 4-5, 3.06 ERA, 90 K. 2) Marty Barker, OF, 5-11/150-lbs, R/R, 2 yr starter. Last Year Stats: .426 AVG, 5 2B, 1 HR, 6 RBI, 23 R, 11 SB. 3) Charlie Fliedner, C/2B, 5-8/140-lbs, R/R. Last Year Stats: .348 AVG, 3 2B, 17 RBI, 10 R, 3 SB. | Zack Lemke (transfer) | 1) Dylan Ledford, 2) Marty Barker | N/A | Owen Gall, Sonny Coscione | |
45 | Hackett Catholic Prep | Smiley | Verduzco | 31-9/31-9 | 4 | 6/5 | The team is ready to compete for a State Title again. | 1. Culture 2. Upperclassmen leadership 3. Athleticism | Brenden Collins 6'1" 180 Sr. OF/P 1st Team All-State, .537 Avg. 17 2B, 58 RBI; Nick Verduzco 6'2" 185 Jr. SS 2nd Team All-State, .421 Avg. 13 2B, 54 R; Isaac Backman 5'11" 170 Sr. OF/P .361 Avg. 36 R, 25 SB; Eli Backman 5'8" 150 Soph. 2B .330 Avg, 26 RBI; Patrick Ogrin 5'10" 160 Jr. OF .413 Avg., 20 R; Chris Bullard 6'0" 170 Sr. P 3-0, 4 saves, 3.50 ERA | Brenden Collins, Isaac Backman, Chris Bullard | Nick Verduzco | Eli Backman, Andrew Rann | Preston Cosby, Brooks Basler, Noah Emmer | |
46 | Kalamazoo Christian Comets | Jim | Deters | 18-15/76-54 | 4 | 2/3 | The Comets have a lot to replace after losing 8 seniors from the 2021 squad but with some key arms returning and some new faces to add depth, they are looking forward to another competitive season. With a tough schedule on the books, the young Comets with have to learn on the fly, but by state tournament time they will be battle tested and experienced. | 1. Starting pitching 2. Defense 3. Power 4. Position Player Depth | JJ Manion, SS/RHP, 2023, 6-2/170, R/R, 2-yr starter, PBR #63 in 2023 class. Last Year Stats - .326 AVG, 3 2B, 2 3B, 30 RBI, 31 R, 11 SB, Note: injured and not able to pitch, mostly DH Will Zuiderveen, OF/RHP, 2022, 6-1/190, R/R. Last Year Stats - .344 AVG, 8 2B, 13 RBI, 21 R, 8 SB Jake McClure, RHP/2B, 2022, 6-0/160, L/R. Last Year Stats - 4-2, 4.70 ERA, 19 K, 25.1 IP | Will Zuiderveen Jake McClure | JJ Manion Jacob Munson | N/A | Patrick Vance Reed Jonkman Carter Manion | |
47 | Merrill Vandals | David | DeBeau | 376 - 590 | 4 | 0/0 | We had a strong JV team last season and looking for them to have strong season again in 2022. | We have a lot of guys who can play many different positions well. So pitching and defense should be our strong point. | Caden Fleming and Kaleb Walker both Jr's | N/A | Caden Fleming and Kaleb Walker | N/A | Ethan Mattson | |
48 | Rudyard Bulldogs | Billy | Mitchell | 21-12 / 225-114 | 4 | 7/8 | We are very excited for the 2022 season. We return a veteran lineup that has Final Four experience in basketball and in football, to go along with our Regional Final appearance for baseball in 2021. This group of athletes is no stranger to post season success, and embraces the grind. We return 7 of our 9 starters from 2021 along with our top 5 pitchers from the 2021 season. | Our biggest team strength is our senior leadership. We have a group of seniors that know what it takes to be successful. They embrace the grind, and have fun being together working hard to achieve goals they have set. Come Tournament time, we believe our pitching depth will be a strength in the D4 Postseason. | EJ Suggitt, Sr, 1B/RHP, All Conference / All District / All Region, Academic All State, 3 year starter, Spring Arbor Signee Tate Besteman, Sr, OF/RHP, All Conference / All District / All Region, 3 year starter Brett Mayer, Sr, OF/1B/LHP, All Conference / All District, 3 year starter Austin Warner, Sr, C/3B/OF, All Conference / All District, 2 year starter Cameron Peterson, So, C/ 3B, All Conference / All District, returning starter Aiden Bickel, So, SS/RHP, All District, returning starter Kallen Lawlor, So, RHP Returning Letter winner Eli Sprague, So, OF/RHP Returning Letter winner Jesse Zeeryp, Jr, 1B/OF Returning Letter winner Landen Mayer, So, RHP/2b Returning Letter winner Trevor Lamma, Jr, OF, Returning Letter winner | EJ Suggitt Brett Mayer | N/A | Cameron Peterson Aiden Bickel | Tanner Baker INF/C Aiden Pavlat LHP | |
49 | St. Joseph Michigan Lutheran Titans | Cale | Pauley | 19-8 / 47-42 | 4 | 3/3 | We return 3 of our top arms from last season. Although we lost a great senior class I’m looking forward to this group and some of the young talent we have. | 1. Pitching depth. 2. Returning infield depth. 3. Baseball IQ | 1. Jackson Anderson, SS/P, 2023, R/R. 1st Team All Conference. All-Region Infielder. Last year stats- .446 AVG, 9 2B, 1 3B, 25 RBI, 33 R, 29 SB. 3-1 2 SV, 36 K, 29.2 IP. 2. Josh Tahaney, 2022, 3B/P, All-District Pitcher. Last year stats- 5-3 1 SV, 23 K, 45.2 IP. .264 AVG, 19 RBI. 3. Adam Conrad, 1B/P, 2023. .250 AVG, 1 2B, 9 RBI. 1-0, 8 k, 5 IP. | Josh Tahaney | Jackson Anderson, Adam Conrad | Jared DeWeerd OF/P | Ty Johnson INF/P. Micah Herbst OF/P. Colton Stegman C. Ben Liebech INF/P | |
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159 | Tecumseh Indians | Tom | Bullinger | 26-8/325-174 | 2 | none | Going to have to fill some holes, especially on the mound. There will be opportunities for younger players to be brought up to varsity to pitch. May be a revolving door. We have a few guys returning that play multiple positions and are good hitters. Looking for them to step up and be leaders. | 1. Defense, where many players can play multiple positions, 2. Hitting. | Seth Austin, INF, 2022, 5'10, R/R, 2 year starter, Spring Arbor recruit Jacob Burns, INF, 2023, 6'2, R/R | Seth Austin | Jacob Burns | Max Bledsoe, C, 5'11 | ||
160 | Cheboygan High School | Kevin | Baller | 24-12-1/291-241-3 | 2 | 8/3 | Great group of returning players. Should compete for a conference and district crown. | Starting Pitching, Strong Leadership | Daniel Wilcome, OF/LHP Saginaw Valley Recruit. Last year stats-.468 avg, 7 2B, 3 3B, 2 HR, 19 SB, 32 RBI. Henry Stempky, SS/RHP Last year stats .383, 9 2B, 3 3B, 22 RBI, 23 SB Honorable Mention All-State. Tyler Balazovic, SS/2B/RHP Last year stats .415, 8 2B, 28 RBI. Dylan Balazovic, C Soph Last year stats .340, 17 RBI | Daniel Wilcome Henry Stempky | N/A | Dylan Balazovic | ||
161 | Lamphere Rams | Adam | Wooley | 23-5/ 350-212 | 2 | 6/4 | "After two straight league championships, this will be a transitional year. Despite losing 5 quality players to college programs, we have a solid base which should allow us to contend for the MAC Gold again this season." | 1. Defense; 2. Offensive production; 3. Good exemplary leaders | 1. Nick Krstich, C, 2022; 6-1, 195#, R/R 4-year starter; team captain; signed with Grand Valley State .375 AVG, 11 2B, 2 HR, 21 RBI, 31 R, 14 SB 32% Throw out. 2. Amare Curran, R/R CF 2023, 6-3 175# .333, 5 2B, 12 RBI, 14 R, 13 SB. 3. Noah Atherholt, SS, 2023, 5-9, 165# R/R .410 AVG, 3 2B, 23 RBI, 18 R, 5 SB. 4. Aidan McGinnis RHP, 2023, 6'0, 195# 7-1 W-L, 3.39 ERA | Nick Krstich; Aidan McGinnis; Drew Webster, L/R 1B-3B | Noah Atherholt; Amare Curran; Jamison Ross R/R C-OF | N/A | N/A | |
162 | Grosse Pointe South Blue Devils | Dan | Griesbaum | 20-13-1 | 1 | Wells Graham-RHP, Inf., Alex Tigges-C, Cliff Grabowski-C, Quentin Dennis -RHP, Chase Mazey-RHP, Robbie Leonard-RHP, River Kraus-OF, | We have most of our starting pitching back in Wells Graham, Quentin Dennis, Chase Mazey, and Robbie Leonard. Graham and Tigges were All MAC RED, Mazey and Leonard had very good summers and have improved velocity greatly since 2021. Our J.V. won the MAC RED and will provide great help in the field especially. Our frosh were 28-4. | Our starting pitching will be our strength definitely. We are strong behind the plate as well with both catchers returning, Alex Tigges and Ben Domzalski. We will have good speed as well, especially in the OF, and will be very good defensively. We will need to replace 2 All-MAC players Ryker Mazey-SS, now playing at Albion, and Jacob Harris who will play at John’s Hopkins next fall. They were our 3rd and 4th hitters. | Wells Graham-Junior, RHP, SS, .397, 9-2B, 3HR, 27 RBI, 4-1, 2.80 ERA, 4-0, 1.82 in MAC RED, 2nd in MVP voting in MAC RED as a soph. Alex Tigges-C, Sr., lead off hitter, .400, .514 OBA, 22 SB, 32 Runs, All MAC RED, D III schools interested. Quentin Dennis-Sr., RHP, 3-2, 3.44 ERA, 3-1, MAC RED, 2.48 ERA, not committed yet Robbie Leonard-Sr., RHP, 3-2, 3.84 ERA, Adrian commit Chase Mazey, RHP, Junior, threw 28 innings last year with 25 K’s but has been in a velocity improvement program and is throwing mid-upper 80’s now. Cliff Grabowski-Jr., OF, .314, .390 OBA River Kraus-Sr., OF, .245, .373 OBA Cam Braithwaite, Sr., OF, RHP, .282, 13 RBI Jonathan Drake-Sr., RHP, 1B, .333 Ave., 3-0, 4.03 ERA We will have several JV players from last year who will compete for starting roles as well as some non-starters from last years varsity. | Alex Tigges, Quentin Dennis, Robbie Leonard, Jonathan Drake, River Kraus, Cam Braithwaite | Wells Graham-RHP, INF., Chase Mazey, RHP, INF, Ben Domzalski-C, Ben Frakes-OF, Connor Stafford, INF, RHP | Hunter Belanger-1B, Joey Michelotti-INF | NA | |
163 | Fowlerville Gladiators | Colin | Boak | First Year Coaching/ 0-0 | 2 | 2/1 | We are a very young program, with a lot of promise. I am excited to see how our young team handles itself this season. We will be underdogs in most games but are setting out with something to prove. | Speed, and a lot of young talent | N/A | N/A | NA | N/A | N/A | |
164 | Rudyard Bulldogs | Billy | Mitchell | 21-12 / 225-114 | 4 | 7 Returning Starters / 8 returning pitchers including top 5 from last season | We are very excited for the 2022 season. We return a veteran lineup that has Final Four experience in basketball and in football, to go along with our Regional Final appearance for baseball in 2021. This group of athletes is no stranger to post season success, and embraces the grind. We return 7 of our 9 starters from 2021 along with our top 5 pitchers from the 2021 season. | Our biggest team strength is our senior leadership. We have a group of seniors that know what it takes to be successful. They embrace the grind, and have fun being together working hard to achieve goals they have set. Come Tournament time, we believe our pitching depth will be a strength in the D4 Postseason. | EJ Suggitt, Sr, 1B/RHP, All Conference / All District / All Region, Academic All State, 3 year starter, Spring Arbor Signee Tate Besteman, Sr, OF/RHP, All Conference / All District / All Region, 3 year starter Brett Mayer, Sr, OF/1B/LHP, All Conference / All District, 3 year starter Austin Warner, Sr, C/3B/OF, All Conference / All District, 2 year starter Cameron Peterson, So, C/ 3B, All Conference / All District, returning starter Aiden Bickel, So, SS/RHP, All District, returning starter Kallen Lawlor, So, RHP Returning Letter winner Eli Sprague, So, OF/RHP Returning Letter winner Jesse Zeeryp, Jr, 1B/OF Returning Letter winner Landen Mayer, So, RHP/2b Returning Letter winner Trevor Lamma, Jr, OF, Returning Letter winner | EJ Suggitt Brett Mayer | N/A | Cameron Peterson Aiden Bickel | Tanner Baker INF/C Aiden Pavlat LHP | |
165 | Vicksburg Bulldogs | Brian | Deal | 30-11/Unkown | 2 | 7/4 | I think we will be a very competitive team this year. We lost some good senior leadership who provided us with a lot of offense and pitching. We do however return several starters from a team that won our districts last year. We will have several players with multiple years of varsity experience to help us compete this season. | 1. pitching 2 defense 3 speed 4 Offense | 1.Tyler DeVries SS Sr 6'0' 185 R/R-4 year starter at shortstop, consistent defender 2.Dylan Zemitans P SR 6'3" 200 R/R -3 year starter. Will enter the season as #1 or #2 pitcher 3. Jimmy Cutshaw 5'10" 165 R/R -3 Year starter in the outfield 4.Cole Gebben 6'0' 200 R/R-2 year starter as Pitcher/Outfielder High 80s fastball 5. Logan Cohrs 5'10' 185 R/R -1 year starter as catcher. Starting catcher as a freshman. | Dylan Zemitans Jimmy Cutshaw Tyler DeVries | Cole Gebben | Logan Cohrs | ||
166 | Saline Hornets | Al | Zeiher | 26-10-1 / 56-17-1 | 1 | 3/5 | We can't wait to compete this spring. We feature an exciting schedule against some of the best teams in the midwest. This also includes playing in the SEC Red which should be one of the best leagues in the state from top to bottom. We have a great mix of players this spring. Returners who played in big games last spring to lean on with some younger players who are eager to play at the Varsity level. | Leadership | Bobby Butler - IF/P Sr. Lansing CC Commit 3 year starter .301 AVG 11 2Bs Braden LaRusso- OF/P Sr. .316 AVG Liam Yelsma- LHP Sr. Adrian College Commit 39 IP, 1.615 ERA, 36 SO, 6 BBs, 4-2 Aidan Carlson- RHP Sr. Northwood Commit 25 IP, .28 ERA, 35 SO Ian Balint- RHP/IF Sr. Giuseppe Gottfried- 1B Sr. Navy (Football Commit) .326 AVG 4 HRs Luke Masters- 1B Sr. Siena Heights (Football Commit) Sam Jane - LHP Sr. Sam Miller- IF/P Jr. Jackson Conley - C Jr. | Bob Butler Braden LaRusso Liam Yelsma Aidan Carlson Ian Balint Giuseppe Gottfried Luke Masters Same Jane | Sam Miller Jackson Conley | N/A | N/A | |
167 | Holland Christian Maroons | Scott | Mokma | 14-17 | 2 | 2 | I am excited to be coaching varsity baseball for the Maroons. Coach Jim Caserta led the Marrons to many championships from 2014-2021 and he leaves a tremendous legacy for this program to follow. We will have a young team this year, so I look forward to seeing how they can come together and accomplish team goals. | Defense will be our key. | Lucas Conklin, OF, Daniel Dykstra, SS/RHP- , Trevor Nagelkirk-LHP 1.94 ERA | N/A | Lucas Conklin, Daniel Dykstra, Trevor Nagelkirk, | Kyle Smith | Gavin DeBoer | |
168 | Dryden Cardinals | Martin | Barker | 5-13-1/5-13-1 | 4 | 7/3 | While 2021 was a challenging season, a strong foundation was established within our program that we are looking to build upon in 2022. With 8 returning players and an infusion of some young talent, our expectations are to at least double our win total and improve upon our 4th place league finish. | Leadership, competitiveness, passion for the game | 1) Dylan Ledford, SS/RHP, 2023, 6-3/170-lbs, R/R, 2 yr starter. Last Year Stats: .451 AVG, 6 2B, 15 RBI, 24 R, 10 SB. 4-5, 3.06 ERA, 90 K. 2) Marty Barker, OF, 5-11/150-lbs, R/R, 2 yr starter. Last Year Stats: .426 AVG, 5 2B, 1 HR, 6 RBI, 23 R, 11 SB. 3) Charlie Fliedner, C/2B, 5-8/140-lbs, R/R. Last Year Stats: .348 AVG, 3 2B, 17 RBI, 10 R, 3 SB. | Zack Lemke (transfer) | 1) Dylan Ledford, 2) Marty Barker | N/A | Owen Gall, Sonny Coscione | |
169 | Niles Vikings | Mike | Vota | 22-11 / 412-291-3 | 2 | 5/3 | Graduated most starters last year. Good young talent in the program needing varsity experience. | Defense | 1. Gage Vota, RHP, 2023, 6-4/180, R/R, starter as a sophomore, FB Velo 84-85 as a sophomore last year, 17 IP, 14 hits, 18 SO, 24 BB, 4.04 ERA, 2. Drew Racht, 3B/RHP, 2022, 5-10 / 190LBS R/R. 43 IP, 44 Hits, 41 SO, 7 BB, 1.94 ERA 3. Austin Bradley C, RHP, 2022, 6-3/185, R/R 4. Hunter Fazi 3B, RF, 2022, 5-10/ 170, R/R. 4. Talon Brawley SS/RHP, 2024, 5-8/165, R/R. | NA | Gage Vota | Talon Brawley | Sam Rucker | |
170 | Marshall Redhawks | Tom | Sharpley | 24-10 | 2 | 6/6 | Look to continue our streak of 5 straight conference championships | 1. Starting pitching 2. Defense 3. Depth | Isaac Stetler, LHP/OF, 2022 6-1 165-pounds R/L 3-year lettermen, Grand Rapids recruit Last Years Stats - 6-3, 2.046 ERA, 45 K, .228 BAA, 65 IP All Conference 1st team Killian Bies, 3B/C/UT 2023 5-11 190-pounds S/R 2-year lettermen Last Years Stats - .333 AVG, .514 OBP, .887 OPS, 22 R, 22 HBP All Conference HM Luke Holbrook, RHP/OF 2023 5-9 195-pounds R/R 2-year lettermen, Last Years Stats - .298 AVG, 15 RBI, 2-1 29 IP, 41 K, 1.448 ERA, .183 BAA All Conference HM Jesse Saldana, LHP/OF, 2023 6-1 180-pounds L/L 2-year lettermen, Last Years Stats - 4-1 2.032 ERA, 30 K, 20.2 IP, .173 BAA Gavin Spence, SS/P, 2024 5-11 160-pounds R/R 1-year lettermen, Last Years Stats - .319 AVG, 6 2B, 2 HR, 19 RBI, All Conference 1st team | Isaac Stetler | Killian Bies, Jesse Saldana, Luke Holbrook | Gavin Spence | N/A | |
171 | Escanaba Eskymos | Scott | Hanson | 23-7/ 59-26 | 2 | 4/4 | This will be the deepest our pitching staff has been in years. We have good senior leadership and the development of our sophomores will be a key for the season. | Starting pitching and Leadership | SR. Jared Hanson 6-3 200 Captain career 6-2 record , SR. Hunter Lancour 5-2 2.29 ERA .284 6 doubles 21 rbi 14 stolen bases , SO Ben Johnson .341 9 stolen bases | Jared Hanson-P Hunter Lancour-IF/P | Trent Lawson-OF | Ben Johnson-C , Bon LaChance IF/P | ||
172 | Niles-Brandywine | David | Sidenbender | 24-9/ 404-265 | 3 | 7/6 | Im excited about this team. We are as talented as we have been in a while at most all positions and I am looking forward to seeing us progress throughout the season. | 1. overall depth 2. experience 3. talent level | Jamier Palmer, inf, So., 6', 165, r/r, returning 1st team all state, stats-440ave, 12 2b, 5 3b, 1 hr, 29rbi, 40-41 sb Owen Hullett, inf/p, Jr, 6'1" 180, r/r, 333ave, 3 2b, 11rbi, 5-1, 1.40 era, 27k, 7bb | James Barnes | Owen Hullett jr | Jamier Palmer, Jaremiah Palmer | ||
173 | Grand Blanc Bobcats | Kevin | Hubbs | 33-11 | 1 | 5/7 | We have high expectations for ourselves this season | 1. Starting Pitching 2. Experience 3. Team Defense 4. Culture | David Lally RHP/SS 2022 (Notre Dame) Nathan Fidelino 3B/RHP 2024 (uncommitted) Hunter Ames UTL 2022 (Hope College) Nathan Helms RHP/IF 2022 (Northwood) Kyle Keener RHP/1B 2022 (Lansing CC) Braxton McVicar LHP 2022 (Albion) Dylan Bowen 2022 OF (Delta CC) Connor Cooper 2022 OF (Delta CC) Christian Magnee 2022 1B (Mid- Michigan CC) Travis Parsons 2023 2b (uncommitted) | David Lally RHP/SS 2022 (Notre Dame) Hunter Ames UTL 2022 (Hope College) Nathan Helms RHP/IF 2022 (Northwood) Kyle Keener RHP/1B 2022 (Lansing CC) Braxton McVicar LHP 2022 (Albion) Dylan Bowen 2022 OF (Delta CC) Connor Cooper 2022 OF (Delta CC) Christian Magnee 2022 1B (Mid- Michigan CC) | Travis Parsons Cole Mead 2023 OF/RHP | Nathan Fidelino Bryce O'Mara RHP | Trey Williams Chris Worley Nate Szcembara Liam Compton | |
174 | Parma Western Panthers | Russ | Gaston | 16-13 / 59-42 | 2 | 7/2 | With 7 starters and 2 top of the rotation arms coming back, we have high expectations within the I-8 and our District. | 1. Team Defense 2. Team Offense 3. Team Chemistry | Nolan Wheeler, INF/P, 2022, L/R, All-Region/All-Conference - .429, 5 2B, 4 3B, 2 HR Caden Oliver, C, 2023, R/R, All-District - .405, 5 2B, 2 3B | Nolan Wheeler | Caden Oliver Drew Braun C/INF, 2023, R/R - .318 AVE, .415 OBP | Jack LaPorte | N/A | |
175 | Grosse Pointe Woods University Liggett | Dan | Cimini | 31-5 (470-105) | 3 | 9/5 | We return all of our starters back from our State Championship team. I look forward to playing in the CHSL Central Division this Spring which is one of the toughest HS baseball divisions in the state. | 1. Experience 2.Pitching 3. Defense 4. Speed 5. Offense | 1.Kurt Barr 2022, RHP/INF, 6'4 190-pounds-Captain, University of Michigan signee 2. Matthew Greene 2022 OF/INF/P 5'10 185-pounds -Captain, R/R uncommitted. 3.Jarren Purify 2023, SS 185-pound-Captain, R/R University of Michigan commit. 4. Reggie Sharpe 2024 MIF 5'9 175-pounds, R/R University of Michigan commit. 5.Oliver Service 2023 C/OF 5'11 210-pounds, R/R University of Texas commit. 6. Jack Jones 2023 RHP/OF/1B, 6'4 215-pounds, R/R Michigan State University commit. 7.Ryan Jones 2023 OF/C/1B 6'4 215-pounds, R/R uncommitted. 8. Preston Barr 2024 3B/P/MIF 6'4 210-pounds, R/R uncommitted. 8. Joey Randazzo 2023 OF/MIF/P, 5'9 160-pound, R/R uncommitted. 9. Ryan Knaebel 2023 OF/P, 5'9 160-pounds,R/R uncommitted. 10. Jake Martin 2023 C, 5'11 200-pounds, R/R uncommitted. | Kurt Barr; Matthew Greene | Jarren Purify; Oliver Service; Jack Jones; Ryan Jones; Joey Randazzo; Jake Martin; Ryan Knaebel | Reggie Sharpe; Preston Barr | Blake Ilitch 2025 RHP | |
176 | Merrill Vandals | David | DeBeau | 376 - 590 | 4 | 0/0 | We had a strong JV team last season and looking for them to have strong season again in 2022. | We have a lot of guys who can play many different positions well. So pitching and defense should be our strong point. | Caden Fleming and Kaleb Walker both Jr's | None | Caden Fleming and Kaleb Walker | None | Ethan Mattson | |
177 | Vassar Vulcans | Jason | Hahn | 10-20-4 | 3 | 8/5 | Last year, we were extremely young, starting 6 underclassmen. I’m hoping that experience of playing at the varsity level will result in a far better season. We have a great core of players that will return and lead our team. | 1. Defense 2. Game knowledge | 1. Manee Mendham, P/3b, 2022, 5’8 155 lbs, R/R, 3 year starter, last year .360 BA, 35 r 18 rbi, 26 steals. 2. Nate Whitney, P/1b, 2023, 5’10 215 lbs, 2 year starter, .338 ave, .524 OBP 27 RBI 3. Dustin Henderson P/Util 2nd year starter, .299 ave, 17 rbi, 16 r | Manee Mendham | Nate Whitney, Dustin Henderson | Landon Gonzales | Trever Gleeson, Layton Cartner, Cheven Lesko | |
178 | Salem High School | John | Wright | 13-23 / 119-92 | 1 | 8/8 | I am very excited! Our players have been working very hard in the offseason. | 1. offense, 2. Leadership, 3. Defense | Robert Ahlgren 3b/RHP, Ben Cannon C/OF, Anthony Clements CF, Alex DeAngelis P, Lucas Dieffenbaugher SS, Dylan Fleming 2B, Owen Lundh 1B, Kyle Moran C, Avery Saterlee, OF/P, Garrett Southern P, Mark Szymanki P, Eric Sheppard Utility, P. | Anthony Clements, Dylan Fleming, Owen Lundh | Robert Ahlgren, Eric Sheppard, Ben Cannon, Luke Dieffenbaugher, | Aaron Pryce | N/A | |
179 | Kalamazoo Christian Comets | Jim | Deters | 18-15/76-54 | 4 | 2/3 | The Comets have a lot to replace after losing 8 seniors from the 2021 squad but with some key arms returning and some new faces to add depth, they are looking forward to another competitive season. With a tough schedule on the books, the young Comets with have to learn on the fly, but by state tournament time they will be battle tested and experienced. | 1. Starting pitching 2. Defense 3. Power 4. Position Player Depth | JJ Manion, SS/RHP, 2023, 6-2/170, R/R, 2-yr starter, PBR #63 in 2023 class. Last Year Stats - .326 AVG, 3 2B, 2 3B, 30 RBI, 31 R, 11 SB, Note: injured and not able to pitch, mostly DH Will Zuiderveen, OF/RHP, 2022, 6-1/190, R/R. Last Year Stats - .344 AVG, 8 2B, 13 RBI, 21 R, 8 SB Jake McClure, RHP/2B, 2022, 6-0/160, L/R. Last Year Stats - 4-2, 4.70 ERA, 19 K, 25.1 IP | Will Zuiderveen Jake McClure | JJ Manion Jacob Munson | N/A | Patrick Vance Reed Jonkman Carter Manion | |
180 | Swartz Creek Dragons | Nick | Bierman | New Head Coach | 1 | 5/4 | We will be placing a strong emphasis on our pitching and the defense. There will be many opportunities for players to step up and help solidify the pitching staff. I'm excited to start the season and begin working with this group to get better everyday and reach our fullest potential as a team. | Great leadership and off season commitment. | Ben McGhee-Britt 1B/RHP, Cameron Spencer IF/OF, Drew Shultz LHP/CF, Jackson Serges OF/RHP, Connor Cassavoy 1B/3B, Caleb Hall LHP/OF | Ben McGhee-Britt, Cameron Spencer | Drew Shultz, Carter Pyle SS/3B, Evan Lloyd C/3B | Ty Moleski OF, Mason Sears 3B/P, Carson Orvis LHP/OF, Andrew Booth RHP/OF, Gabe Britt IF | NA | |
181 | Midland Dow Chargers | Rich | Juday | 27-15 / 97-54 | 1 | 6/5 | We have some key players to replace from last year's final four team, but we will be very athletic and I like our underclassmen and what they will do to fill in those spaces left by such a talented 2021 squad. | 1. Speed 2. Leadership 3. Power 4. Defense 5. Pitching | 1. Jack Bakus, 3B/P, 2023, 6-6 225-pounds, L/R. 2 year starter, Interests from EMU, MSU, WMU. Starting QB on Football Team and heavily recruited, .405 AVG, 8 HR, 41 RBI. 2. Billy Van Sumeran, 1B,/P, 2022, 6-6 220-pounds, R/R. 2 year starter, looking to play professional hockey upon graduation. .356 AVG, 2 HR, 30 RBI. 3. Nolan Sanders, P/OF, 2022, 6-0 175-pounds, R/L, 2 year starter, attending Hope as a student/athlete. .345 AVG, 9 SB, 4.35 40 time, 3-2 pitching record with 3 saves. 4. Dan Kowalczyk, OF, 2022 6-0 190 pounds, R/R, 360 AVG, 2 HR, 24 RBI. 5. Jay Worsley, P/INF, 2022 6-1 180 pounds, L/R, 289 AVG, 1 HR, 13 RBI, 4-1 record with 2 saves. 6. Tom Biacagalupo, C/P/INF, 2023, 6-2 185 pounds, R/R, 402 AVG in limited action 2021. | Nolan Sanders, Bill VanSumeran | 1. Jack Bakus, 2. Tom Biacagalupo, 3. Joe Craig, OF/P, 6-4 200 pounds, L/R 4. Zack Parker, SS/P, 6-1 165 pounds, R/R 5. Ty Biacagalupo, P/INF/OF/C 6-3 185 pounds, R/R | NA | NA | |
182 | Traverse City West / Titans | Matt | Bocian | 27-12 / 324-149 | 1 | 5/4 | Very solid core group of players with a mix of young talented players who are coachable and willing to work hard. | Defense/Pitching | Wyatt Danilowicz - LHP - 2022 Sam Reynolds - INF - RHP - 2022 Gavin Brown - C - 2022 Ian Robertson - INF - 2023 | Wyatt Danilowicz - LHP - 2022 Sam Reynolds - INF - RHP - 2022 Gavin Brown - C - 2022 | Ian Robertson | Quinten Gilliespie - INF/RHP Jack Griffiths - RHP/OF Isaac Kelsey - OF/LHP Maverick Richard - RHP Mike Healy | Owen Hendrix - INF/RHP Caden Stoops - INF/RHP Brayden Popa - INF | |
183 | Essexville Garber Dukes | Jon | Jeczmionka | 26-13/255-104-4 | 2 | Tommy Szczepanski RHP/INF, Baise Millar RHP/INF/C, Micah Irrer C/DH, Colin Sacrider RHP/INF, Cam Rowley OF, Jack Day RHP/INF, Jack Mularz RHP/INF | We have plenty of returning talent and have added a few nice pieces to our 2022 squad. RHP Tommy Szczepanski (University of Michigan) is one of the top pitchers in the state and gives us a great chance to win whenever he's on the hill. Our pitching staff is deep and our conference & postseason hopes will come down to whoever steps up to be a bonafide #2. | Our strength lies in our returning players (10). We expect to be solid defensively with plenty of versatile players able to play multiple positions. | 1. Tommy Szczepanski - Sr. P/INF 1st Team All Conference, 2nd Team All State 4 year varsity player. 2. Micah Irrer - Sr. C/DH/INF 2nd Team All COnference, ALL District. Team leader in BA (451). 3. Blaise Millar - Sr. 1st team All Conference; can play all nine positions. Hit 374 last season. 4. Cam Rowley - Sr. 2nd Team All Conference OF. Hit 382 last season. 5. Jack Mularz - Sr. RHP/INF Hit 324 last year 6. Jack Day - Sr. INF/RHP Best defensive player on the squad last year | 1. Szczepanski 2. Millar 3. Irrer | 1. Landon Sella 2. Ethan Burrows | LHP 6'4" Max Fellows | ||
184 | Northville Mustangs | John | Kostrzewa | 18-16/417-128 | 1 | 5/6 | Excited to get the 2022 season rolling. We have a great group of hard working and dedicated players. It's a good balance of experienced players and new players that have a lot of potential. Individually and collectively there have been tremendous strides this offseason. | I think the overall chemistry and athleticism of the group. | Dante' Nori L/L..2024... outfielder Miss. St. Commit (Frosh starter) Josh Planko R/R ...2022...Pitcher/1B Macallester College Commit Matt Gorski L/L...2022..Pitcher/1B Gabe Clark R/R...2023.. Catcher Luke Brodde R/R...2022...Infielder Zach Jurcisin R/R...2022...Infielder Tyler Ross R/R..2022..Pitcher | Josh Planko Matt Gorski | Gabe Clark Cullen Foley Leo Miksitz | Joey Broughton Dante' Nori Evan Deak Carter Jurcisin Dominic Minghine Trevor Schueller Caden Besko Justin Brown | N/A | |
185 | Lincoln Park Railsplitters | Brian | Amorose | 18-18 | 1 | 7 returning starters | The 2022 season has the potential to go well if we stay healthy. Three quality starters at the top end of the rotation with quality defense behind us. We did lose two real quality hitters in the middle, but we are fast on the bases this year. | Starting pitching, speed. | Evan McIntyre Gavin Hampton Alvaro Hernandez | Evan McIntyre, Gavin Hampton, Alvaro Hernandez, Justin Maldonado | Nate Josepeit | John Baylin | Johnathan Mateo | |
186 | Ann Arbor Pioneer | Bob | Sullivan | 21-16 | 1 | 12/6 | The Pioneers return 12 players from last years District Championship team lead by '22 SS AJ Lewis (Ashland) '22 RHP Schuylar Byrn, '22 CF Cole Allen, '22 INF Noah Bernstein and '23 RHP/OF Julius Kass. The Pioneers will be an experienced team with an influx of talented Juniors and Sophomores expected to play roles during the 2022 season. '23 RHP Joey Wisniewski, '24 RHP/1B Nate Zumbrunnen and '24 RHP/C/SS Avery McEwen. | Leadership, Depth, Defense | AJ Lewis, SS, 22, 5'10, 175lbs R/R - 3 years Varsity player, Ashland commit. Schuylar Byrn, RHP, 22, 6'5 200lbs, R/R. Cole Allen, CF, 22, 5'10, 180lbs, R/R - 3 year starter | Schuylar Byrn, AJ Lewis, Cole Allen, Noah Bernstein, Kyler Heise | Julius Kass, Joey Wisniewski RHP | Avery McEwen RHP, C, SS, Nate Zumbrunnen RHP, 1B, Adam Adair SS, Tys Verhe-Henke RHP/OF | Elliott Pike LHP | |
187 | Oxford Wildcats | Dave | Herrick | 30-8, 102-113 | 1 | 5/5 | I believe our players have been working extremely hard this off season. They have become a very close knit group due to the tragedy we faced. The players know how important this season is for them and our community. | 1. Starting pitching, 2. Leadership, 3. Team Culture | 1. Tony Hatzigeorgiou, IF/RHP, 2022, 5' 11", 195, R/R, 2-year starter, team captain, 2021 All-District, Wayne State recruit, Lansing CC recruit. Last year stats- .420 AVG, 4 2B, 2 3B, 3 HR, 28 RBIs, 32 R, 16 SB 2. Brady Carpenter, OF/RHP, 2022, 6'1", 180, R/R, 4-year starter, 2 year captain, 2021 All-OAA, SVSU commit. Last year stats- .314 AVG, 9 2B, 1 3B, 1 HR, 22 RBIs, 36 R, 24 SB 3. Gavin Walters, C/RHP/3B/1B, 2022, 6'2", 205, R/R, 2-year starter, Lansing CC commit. Last year stats- 10 2B, 2 3B, 1 HR, 15 RBIs, 11 R, 4 wins, 52 K 4. Owen Schihl, 3B,C,RHP, 2023, 6'1" 215, 2-year starter, Davenport recruit,. Last year stats, 4-1, 0.62 ERA, 35 K, 5 BB | Tony Hatzigeorgiou, Brady Carpenter, Gavin Walters | Owen Schihl | Jay Cady | ||
188 | Walled Lake Northern Knights | Pete | Lamerato | 26-14/260-266 overall (121-77 at WLN) | 1 | 5/9 | Even though we graduated a large group after last season's district championship, we have a great group of juniors and seniors that are quite talented. We return 10 players who played last year and contributed to the varsity team as well as 9 experienced pitchers, including 3 of our top 4 starting pitchers return. Ty Stepek returns as one of the best players in the state of Michigan and will be expected to handle the pitching staff. Robbie Whelan returns after breaking many of our team records last season going 9-0 on the mound with 4 saves and a 1.53 ERA. | 1. Starting pitching and depth at catcher. 2. Strong defense and 3. Legitimate 9 man lineup that will score a lot of runs with power and contact 4. Team leadership and buy in to work together. | Ty Stepek, C, INF, P, 2022, 6-2/180-pounds, R/R, 3-year starter, team captain, Grand Valley State commit. Last year Stats: .444 AVG, 17 2B, 5 3B, 6 HR, 41 RBI, 42 R, 23 SB. Robbie Whelan, P/OF, 2022, 5-10/165-pounds, R/R, 2-year Varsity pitcher, team captain. Last Year Stats: 9-0, 1.53 ERA, 54K, 20 BB Nick Skiver, 2B/SS, 2022, 5-8/150-pounds, L/R, 2-year starter, team captain. Last Year Stats: .421 AVG, 10 2B, 2 3B, 22 RBI, 31 R, 21 SB | Ty Stepek, Robbie Whelan, Nick Skiver, Ashton Stants, P/OF, 2022, 6-3/185-pounds R/L, 2 year varsity player; Brady Beckstrom P/1B, 2022, 6-5/190-pounds, R/R, 2 year varsity; | Jonah Farabi, P/3B/SS, 2023, 5-10/160-pounds, R/R 2 year varsity. Jake Winn, P/1B, 2023, 6-1/220-pounds, R/R, 2 year varsity. Eric Rapp, SS/3B/P, 2023, 6-0/170-pounds, R/R, 2 year varsity. Adam Davis, 1B/OF/P, 2023, 6-0/190-pounds, L/L Nick McCormick, INF/P, 2023, 6-3/185-pounds, R/R | Samuel Korus, P/1B/3B/OF, 2024, 6-1/180-pounds, R/R Billy Helka, C/INF/OF/P, 2024, 5-10/160-pounds, R/R Nathan Ray, P/OF, 2024 6-3/165-pounds, R/R Noah Lamerato, SS/3B/2B/P, 5-9/145 pounds, R/R Anthony Estrada, 3B/SS/P, 6-0/155-pounds, R/R | N/A | |
189 | Wyandotte Bears | Brian | Cotner | 17-18 / 348-258 | 1 | 5 / 3 | The Bears have a lot returning and intend on contending for the league title. Led by Donavan Canterberry (Sr - Xavier) and Manny Gutierrez (Jr - uncommitted) on the mound, the pitching should be in good hands. Both will also lead the team with the bat. Tyler Kurdi (Jr), Keegan Rose (So), Jadn' McGowen (Fr) and Robbie Longoria (Sr) will be expected to have big roles and will be big factors in the success of Wyandotte. | 1. Leadership 2. Starting Pitching 3. Hitting 4. Defense | Donavan Canterberry, SS/P, 2022, 6-0/195, R/R, 4 yr starter, team captain, Xavier recruit. Last year stats - .317 AVG, 10 2B, 2 3B, 15 RBIs, 33 R, 30 SB. 6-4, 1.58 ERA, 68 K, 11 BB Manny Gutierrez, OF, P, 2023, 5-8/165, L/L, 3 yr starter, team captain, uncommitted. Last year stats - . 398 AVG, 12 2B, 1 3B, 28 RBIs, 20 R, 6 SB. 1-6, 3.86 ERA, 49 K, 29 BB | Donavan Canterberry Robbie Longoria Shawn DeLeon | Manny Gutierrez Tyler Kurdi Jason Pente | Keegan Rose | Jadn' McGowen | |
190 | East Jordan | Tom | Reid | 11-16/81-119-2 | 3 | 6/4 | With the strong leadership and talent we have returning, I believe this team can make a significant run through the state tournament and should compete for a conference title. | 1. Leadership 2. Starting Pitching 3. strong bats | 1. Thomas Reid III, SS/3B/RHP, 2022, 5'11", 185 lbs, L/R, 3-yr starter, All State HM 2021, team captain, Grand Rapids Community College commit, 2021 stats-.540 avg, 13 2B, 4 3B, 4 HR, 28 RBI, 20 runs, 9 SB, 5-3, 1.76 ERA, 1 save, 85 K, 27 BB 2. Ben Reid, C/1B, 2023, 6'1", 190 lbs, L/R, 2-yr starter, all conference 2021, 2021 stats- .328 AVG, 10 2B, 1 3B, 18 RBI, 6 runs 3. Kaleb Schroeder, 2B/RHP, 2022, 6'1", 155 lbs, R/R, 2-yr starter, team captain, Bay College CC commit, 2021 stats-.200 avg, 3 2B, 5 RBI, 11 runs, 9 SB, .455 OBP, 1-4, 8.70 ERA, 18 K, 19 BB 4. Dawson Carey, SS/RHP, 2023, 5'10", 170 lbs, R/R, 2-yr starter, 2021 stats-.232 AVG, 2 2B, 1 3B, 4 RBI, 18 runs, 10 SB, 1-3, 7.76 ERA, 16 K 5. Hayden Peck, CF, 2022, 5'9", 165 lbs, R/R, 2-yr starter, 2021 All conference HM, 2021 stats-.243 Avg, 2 2B, 1 3B, 1 HR, 2 RBI, 22 runs, 7 SB 6. Mason Malpass, 1B, 2022, 6'5", 185 lbs, L/L, 2-yr starter, 2021 all conference, 2021 stats-.315, 1 2B, 6 RBI, 11 runs, 9 SB | 1. Thomas Reid III 2. Kaleb Schroeder 3. Hayden Peck 4. Mason Malpass | 1. Ben Reid 2. Dawson Carey | 1. Lucas Stone | 1. Brenden Aenis 2. Eli Burns | |
191 | Zeeland West Dux | Adam | Locker | (33-9 / 189-119-1) | 1 | 5 / 4 | We have a team that plays hard and has a great time doing it. | Pitching | Josh Agar (LHP), Carter Hughes (RHP) | N/A | Josh Agar, Carter Hughes, Simon Moore | N/A | N/A | |
192 | Bloomfield Hills | Rich | Krentz | 0-0 | 1 | 5/3 | New Vision and New Era for Bloomfield Hills Blackhawks Baseball | New Coach with no background with this program. Unknown at this time | Aaron Martin, Robert Newlund, Shane Winter, Jack Boike, James Forner | See above | Jack Friesen, Rusty Oddo | Brandon Newlund | N/A | |
193 | Ludington Orioles | Evan | Kroeze | 22-11 | 2 | 6/5 | We are extremely excited about this years team. We have a great senior class of 6 that have built great culture within the program. This group has worked their tails off and are some of the highest character players I have been around during my 13 years of being part of Ludington Baseball. Obviously we still have a lot of work to do and have to prove it on the field, but we are ready for the opportunity. | 1.Character/Work Ethic 2. Defense 3. Speed 4. Hitting 5. Pitching | Stephen Weinert, C/OF, 2022, 3-year starter, captain, .459, 6 2B, 5 3B, 36 RS Gabe Hogenson, OF, 2022, 3 year starter, captain, .390, 26 RBI, 24 RS | Stephen Weinert Gabe Hogenson | N/A | Evan McCarthy, SS/OF, 2024, 2nd year as a starter, .355 average | ||
194 | Divine Child Falcons | Dan | Deegan | 16-18/82-76 | 2 | 4/4 | Team will be led by it's starting pitching and defense. | 1. Leadership, 2. Starting Pitching, 3. Experience | 1. Owen Avery, RHP/3B, '23, 6' 220 lbs, 3 year starter, team captain. Grand Valley recruit. .290 AVG. 5-4 W/L, 3.09 ERA, 114 k's, 59.3 IP 2. Jack Zang, LHP/1B, '23, 6'3, 210 lbs. 4 year varsity player. Has D1 offers. .303 AVG., 29 RBI, 6 2B. 3. Carson Sampson, CF, '23, 5'11, 160 lbs, 3 year varsity starter. 4. Bronson Pawson, RHP, '23, 5'9, 145 lbs. | 1. Owen Avery, RHP/3B, '23, 6' 220 lbs, 3 year starter, team captain. Grand Valley recruit. .290 AVG. 5-4 W/L, 3.09 ERA, 114 k's, 59.3 IP 2. Jack Zang, LHP/1B, '23, 6'3, 210 lbs. 4 year varsity player. Has D1 offers. .303 AVG., 29 RBI, 6 2B. 3. Tyler Kostora, C/2B, '24, 5'8, 180 lbs. 2 year varsity player. .300 AVG., 22 RBI. 4. Carson Sampson, CF, '23, 5'11, 160 lbs, 3 year varsity starter. | Tyler Kostora | Everette Shumaker, RHP/SS, 6'1, 180 lbs. | ||
195 | Notre Dame Prep | Jason | Gendreau | 25-9 / 35-17 | 2 | 3 / 2 | We will be a young team looking for regular season growth towards the post season | leadership, toughness, hungry | Luke Babich, RHP/OF. Michael Sadecki, RHP/C/IF | none | none | Owen Marks, LHP | Roman Cherfoli, SS | |
196 | Forest Hills Eastern Hawks | Ian | Hearn | 29-11 | 2 | 5/5 | The Hawks have a solid, talented, and experienced group back that have played a lot of baseball. The Team is Forest Hills Eastern's strength. | Chemistry, experience, and overall ability. | Evan Parks, SS/P, 2022, 6'3, 190, L/R signed with Butler. Leo Hearn, Catcher, 2022, 6'2.5", 215, L/R signed with Bowling Green. Jacob Pallo, P/INF, 2023, 6'2, 175, R/R uncommitted. Brian Messing, INF, 2022, 6'2, 165, R/R uncommitted. Ashton Feenstra, LHP, 2022, 6'4, 180, L/L uncommitted. Caleb Kuiper, RHP, 2022, 6'0, 180, R/R uncommitted. | Evan Parks, Leo Hearn, Brian Messing, Ashton Feenstra, Calen Kuiper, Iwan Sitalo | Jacob Pallo, Collin Fridsma, Mac DenBraber | Matt Stotts, Drew Patten | Brenden Thompson, Max Ferrick, James Dempsey, Max Jerow, Manel Conners, Landen Lindley | |
197 | Trenton Trojans | Todd | Szalka | 31-7 / 315-165-1 | 2 | 5/4 | Losing an MLB draft pick and a D1 arm to graduation is a tough task for any program to overcome. With 5 starters returning, multiple backup players from 2021 being ready to contribute, and players moving up from a 21-4 JV team that is reason for great optimism. There is no shortage of arms in the program, but it will take some time for the pitching pecking order to sort it's way out. In the meantime, Trenton returns All-Region catcher Brock Beaudrie (SR)and All-League outfielder Matt Cheatam (SR). Senior Nick Mator (7 wins), Junior Alex Stepaniak (4 wins), and Josh DeChane (SR) return on the hill with Juniors Joaquin Maldonado and Matt Jividen ready to leave their mark on the program. Senior Blake Brewer returns from an injury his junior year, and as a 6'3" lefty, he will get plenty of pitching opportunities. Newcomers Reece Omodio and Blake Boike, late season call-ups, will be called upon to step into bigger roles all over the diamond. The Trojans also return one of the MHSAA Tournament's hottest players, Senior Braylon Hughes, who will slide over from 2B to SS this season. | Team strength will be Baserunning, Leadership, and Knowledge of the Game. | SR: Brock Beaudrie C (Undecided) 2 year Captain, Matt Cheatam OF (Lansing CC), Nick Mator RHP/1B (Undecided), Braylon Hughes SS (Undecided) Alex Stepaniak RHP/1B '23 (Uncommitted), Joaquin Maldonado LHP/OF '23 (Uncommitted). Our stats are available on GameChanger, if you send me an email and request permission I will allow you access to those. | Brock Beaudrie, Matt Cheatam, Nick Mator, & Braylon Hughes | Alex Stepaniak, Joaquin Maldonado, Reece Omodio, and Blake Boike | Caleb Kidd LHP/OF and Zach Hitchcock LHP/OF | Aston Rooney | |
198 | Paw Paw Red Wolves | Derek | Vanderburg | 8-19-1 | 2 | 7/4 | Looking forward to a bounce back year. Return a core of young players who gained valuable playing experience last year. We have 2 plus arms at the top of our rotation who will keep us in games. If we make the routine plays this year, we will be a competitive team in our league. We are looking forward to an exciting season. | 1. Starting Pitching 2. Team Speed | Remi Hahn, 3B/RHP, 2023 Jake Hindenach INF/RHP, 2024 Joe Miller INF/OF, 2023 Cullen Sylvester OF/P, 2022 Brayden Pease OF/P, 2022 Jacob Major C, 2024 Matthew Hartman OF, 2023 | Brayden Pease Cullen Sylvester | Remi Hahn Joe Miller Matthew Hartman Nick Boyd | Jake Hindenach Jacob Major | N/A | |
199 | Troy Colts | Tim | Mullen | 19-17 | 1 | 5 / 7 | We should pitch and field well as we return our entire IF and our top 3 pitchers. Our lineup will be the question mark as we lost 4 big bats. | Pitching | Austin Cicerone, SS/P, 6-0/190 pounds, Jr, two year starter. Last Year .394 AVG, 12 2B, 1 3B, 2 HR, 25 RBI, 39 R, 15 SB, 3.4 ERA, 39K, 10 BB, 43 inn | N/A | Austin Cicerone | N/A | N/A | |
200 | Ionia Bulldogs | Jason | Lundstrom | 15-23 | 2 | 5/6 | Looking forward to competing and playing. We're very excited to see how our players respond to good competition. | 1. Depth in pitching 2. Team Speed 3. Hitting | Ethan Bowen P, Jr., Kane Lundstrom Of, P, Jr., Danny McCoy P, C, Jr. Tanner Gregory Sr. Of | Tanner Gregory Sr. Austin Hillabrandt Sr., AJ Castillo Sr. | Ethan Bowen Jr., Kane Lundstrom Jr., Danny McCoy Jr. | Carter Castillo, Tyson McDiarmid, Alex Barr move in, Matt McCoy | N/A | |
201 | Carrollton Cavaliers | Eric | Dalton | 8-23/0-0 | 2 | 6/3 | We are going to be a young squad, as far as experience goes, but I'm excited about our group as they are building and getting better each day to compete at the highest level. | 1. Defense 2. Young Arms 3. Team chemistry | Sophomore Grant Wood CF/SS | Andrew Johnson | Nicolas Olivarez | Grant Wood, Cody Sanada, Hunter Enos | N/A | |
202 | Grand Ledge High School Comets | Grant | Householder | 37-3 / 37-3 | 1 | 5/5 | We lose experience and veteran leadership, but we bring back a deep roster. Senior Cole Mance is returning all-conference and all-district pitcher that should lead a deep pitching staff. Senior Thomas Kerrigan and Junior Caleb Estrada return for year two, leading a versatile lineup, that features speed, power and fundamentals. Senior Nathan Droste (Olivet College) is an extremely versatile two-way player. Senior Owen Smith (Olivet College) will be one of the top outfielders in the area. With the expectation of the deep Senior class and Junior talent to compete, we are poised to have another extremely successful spring. | 1. Starting Pitching 2. Team Defense 3. Versatility 4. Continuity 5. Coaching | 1. Caleb Estrada, SS, JR, 6'2, 205, R/R, Honorable Mention All-Conference 2. Nathan Droste, MINF, SR, 5'10, 165, R/R, Honorable Mention All-Conference (Olivet College) 3. Cole Mance, INF/P, SR, 5'11, 185, R/R, All-Conference, All-District 4. Thomas Kerrigan, OF/1B, SR, 6'0, 180, L/R, Honorable Mention All-Conference 5. Owen Smith, OF, SR, 6'0, 170, R/R, (Olivet College) | Nathan Droste (Olivet College) Thomas Kerrigan Owen Smith (Olivet College) Carson Winans, P, 6'1, 175, L/L | Caleb Estrada Andrew Konieczny, 1B/OF/LHP, 6'4, 200, L/L Nathan Roskamp, P, 6'0, 160, R/R Leo Lake, C, 5'6, 140, R/R | Noah McCartney, OF/INF, 5'6, 150, R/R Andrew Deibel, C/INF/P, 5'11, 155, R/R Alex Cornman, OF/1B/P, 6'0, 160, R/R Lucas Caterino, 1B/P, 6'0, R/R | Preston Bohnet, INF/C/P Kyle Smith, INF/OF/P | |
203 | Beal City High School - Aggies | Steve | Pickens | 31-3 | 4 | WADE WILSON /PITCHER ,OF , BRENDAN MARTIN /P ,INF, KONNOR WILSON /P, OF , KAIDAN ANDREWS /P, SS, HUNTER MILES /P, OF, CAYDEN SMITH /P, INF, JOSH WILSON /P, BRAYDEN HAYNES /P,C,INF | WE HAVE A GEAT CORE OF RETURNERS FROM LAST YEAR, ALL PLAYERS RETURNING THIS YEAR HAVE HAD VARSITY EXPERIENCE, 5 WITH 4 YEAR EXPERIENCE. HOPE TO REPEAT AS HIGHLAND CONF. CHAMPS AND MAKE A FURTHER RUN FOR A STATE TITLE | 1 BASEBALL KNOWLEDGE, 2 PITCHING, 3 DEFENSE, 4 HITTING, 5 WORK ETHIC | WADE WILSON P,OF, 12TH, 5' 9" 175 lbs.?, B=R, T=R ALL STATE 1ST TEAM, ALL CONFERENCE, ALL AREA last year 4 yr varsity player, last year 386 ave., 24 RBI tied team lead, 7 sb, 6-3 pitching 1.024 ERA BRENDAN MARTIN, P 1ST, 12TH, 6 5" 180 lbs. ? B=R,T=R ALL STATE 2ND TEAM, ALL CONFERENCE, ALL AREA last year 4 yr varsity player. last year 8-0 with 1 save pitching, ERA 1.024. strike out ave per inning 1.29, only walked 4 batter all season BRAYDEN HAYNES, C, INF,OF, 12TH 6'2" 200 lbs.? B=R, T=R, ALL STATE 2ND TEAM, ALL CONFERENCE, ALL AREA last year 4 year varsity player. last year 493 ave. 8 doubles 2 triples, 7 sb KAIDAN ANDREWS, SS, P, 12TH 5'8" 150lbs=R,T=R, ALL STATE 2ND TEAM, ALL CONFERENCE, ALL AREA last year, 4 year varsity player Last year 404 ave., 20 sb team lead, 18 RBI ( lead off hitter) 10 doubles, 1 triple, 1 HR.; 2 -0 with 1 save pitching HUNTER MILES, P,OF, 12TH, 5'9", 165 lbs. ? B=R,T=R last year 439 ave. 2=0 pitching KONNOR WILSON P,OF, 12TH, 6'0" 150 lbs.? B=R,T=R 4 year varsity player. 4-0 pitching CAIDEN SMITH, INF, P, 10TH, 5'7" 140 lbs. ? Last year 316 ave. JOSH WILSON, P,INF, 10TH, 6'3" 205 lbs.?? Last year (limited action) 273 ave JAKE GAUTHIER, C , 10TH 5'5 135 lbs.??? T=R,B=R, 375 AVE | KAIDAN ANDREWS, BRAYDEN HAYNES, BRENDAN MARTIN, WADE WILSON, KONNOR WILSON, HUNTER MILES | -0- ONLY ONE JR IN PROGRAM OUT WITH KNEE INJURY | CAYDEN SMITH, JOSH WILSON, JAKE GAUTHIER | ?????? AT THIS TIME... | |
204 | West Bloomfield Lakers | Josh | Birnberg | 25-15 | 1 | 7/4 | Very excited to build off of last year’s success. We have a lot of really good kids and equally as good players. They are hungry and ready to compete. | Pitching, competitiveness | Matt Fountain, 1B/OF/RHP, 2022 LCC Commit, Tyler Allos OF, 2022 Schoolcraft Commit Josh Weiss RHP/3B Schoolcraft Commit Adrian Epps OF/RHP 2023 top 50 on PBR Logan Pikur RHP/OF 2023 CMU Commit Max Bowers 2023 MIF Brody Pikur RHP/OF 2025 | Matthew Fountain , Tyler Allos, Josh Weiss, Wes Govier | Logan Pikur, Adrian Epps, Max Bowers | NA | Brody Pikur | |
205 | Hackett Catholic Prep | Smiley | Verduzco | 31-9/31-9 | 4 | 6/5 | The team is ready to compete for a State Title again. | 1. Culture 2. Upperclassmen leadership 3. Athleticism | Brenden Collins 6'1" 180 Sr. OF/P 1st Team All-State, .537 Avg. 17 2B, 58 RBI; Nick Verduzco 6'2" 185 Jr. SS 2nd Team All-State, .421 Avg. 13 2B, 54 R; Isaac Backman 5'11" 170 Sr. OF/P .361 Avg. 36 R, 25 SB; Eli Backman 5'8" 150 Soph. 2B .330 Avg, 26 RBI; Patrick Ogrin 5'10" 160 Jr. OF .413 Avg., 20 R; Chris Bullard 6'0" 170 Sr. P 3-0, 4 saves, 3.50 ERA | Brenden Collins, Isaac Backman, Chris Bullard | Nick Verduzco | Eli Backman, Andrew Rann | Preston Cosby, Brooks Basler, Noah Emmer | |
206 | St. Joseph Michigan Lutheran Titans | Cale | Pauley | 19-8 / 47-42 | 4 | 3/3 | We return 3 of our top arms from last season. Although we lost a great senior class I’m looking forward to this group and some of the young talent we have. | 1. Pitching depth. 2. Returning infield depth. 3. Baseball IQ | 1. Jackson Anderson, SS/P, 2023, R/R. 1st Team All Conference. All-Region Infielder. Last year stats- .446 AVG, 9 2B, 1 3B, 25 RBI, 33 R, 29 SB. 3-1 2 SV, 36 K, 29.2 IP. 2. Josh Tahaney, 2022, 3B/P, All-District Pitcher. Last year stats- 5-3 1 SV, 23 K, 45.2 IP. .264 AVG, 19 RBI. 3. Adam Conrad, 1B/P, 2023. .250 AVG, 1 2B, 9 RBI. 1-0, 8 k, 5 IP. | Josh Tahaney | Jackson Anderson, Adam Conrad | Jared DeWeerd OF/P | Ty Johnson INF/P. Micah Herbst OF/P. Colton Stegman C. Ben Liebech INF/P | |
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309 | Tecumseh Indians | Tom | Bullinger | 26-8/325-174 | 2 | none | Going to have to fill some holes, especially on the mound. There will be opportunities for younger players to be brought up to varsity to pitch. May be a revolving door. We have a few guys returning that play multiple positions and are good hitters. Looking for them to step up and be leaders. | 1. Defense, where many players can play multiple positions, 2. Hitting. | Seth Austin, INF, 2022, 5'10, R/R, 2 year starter, Spring Arbor recruit Jacob Burns, INF, 2023, 6'2, R/R | Seth Austin | Jacob Burns | Max Bledsoe, C, 5'11 | ||
310 | Cheboygan High School | Kevin | Baller | 24-12-1/291-241-3 | 2 | 8/3 | Great group of returning players. Should compete for a conference and district crown. | Starting Pitching, Strong Leadership | Daniel Wilcome, OF/LHP Saginaw Valley Recruit. Last year stats-.468 avg, 7 2B, 3 3B, 2 HR, 19 SB, 32 RBI. Henry Stempky, SS/RHP Last year stats .383, 9 2B, 3 3B, 22 RBI, 23 SB Honorable Mention All-State. Tyler Balazovic, SS/2B/RHP Last year stats .415, 8 2B, 28 RBI. Dylan Balazovic, C Soph Last year stats .340, 17 RBI | Daniel Wilcome Henry Stempky | N/A | Dylan Balazovic | ||
311 | Lamphere Rams | Adam | Wooley | 23-5/ 350-212 | 2 | 6/4 | "After two straight league championships, this will be a transitional year. Despite losing 5 quality players to college programs, we have a solid base which should allow us to contend for the MAC Gold again this season." | 1. Defense; 2. Offensive production; 3. Good exemplary leaders | 1. Nick Krstich, C, 2022; 6-1, 195#, R/R 4-year starter; team captain; signed with Grand Valley State .375 AVG, 11 2B, 2 HR, 21 RBI, 31 R, 14 SB 32% Throw out. 2. Amare Curran, R/R CF 2023, 6-3 175# .333, 5 2B, 12 RBI, 14 R, 13 SB. 3. Noah Atherholt, SS, 2023, 5-9, 165# R/R .410 AVG, 3 2B, 23 RBI, 18 R, 5 SB. 4. Aidan McGinnis RHP, 2023, 6'0, 195# 7-1 W-L, 3.39 ERA | Nick Krstich; Aidan McGinnis; Drew Webster, L/R 1B-3B | Noah Atherholt; Amare Curran; Jamison Ross R/R C-OF | N/A | N/A | |
312 | Grosse Pointe South Blue Devils | Dan | Griesbaum | 20-13-1 | 1 | Wells Graham-RHP, Inf., Alex Tigges-C, Cliff Grabowski-C, Quentin Dennis -RHP, Chase Mazey-RHP, Robbie Leonard-RHP, River Kraus-OF, | We have most of our starting pitching back in Wells Graham, Quentin Dennis, Chase Mazey, and Robbie Leonard. Graham and Tigges were All MAC RED, Mazey and Leonard had very good summers and have improved velocity greatly since 2021. Our J.V. won the MAC RED and will provide great help in the field especially. Our frosh were 28-4. | Our starting pitching will be our strength definitely. We are strong behind the plate as well with both catchers returning, Alex Tigges and Ben Domzalski. We will have good speed as well, especially in the OF, and will be very good defensively. We will need to replace 2 All-MAC players Ryker Mazey-SS, now playing at Albion, and Jacob Harris who will play at John’s Hopkins next fall. They were our 3rd and 4th hitters. | Wells Graham-Junior, RHP, SS, .397, 9-2B, 3HR, 27 RBI, 4-1, 2.80 ERA, 4-0, 1.82 in MAC RED, 2nd in MVP voting in MAC RED as a soph. Alex Tigges-C, Sr., lead off hitter, .400, .514 OBA, 22 SB, 32 Runs, All MAC RED, D III schools interested. Quentin Dennis-Sr., RHP, 3-2, 3.44 ERA, 3-1, MAC RED, 2.48 ERA, not committed yet Robbie Leonard-Sr., RHP, 3-2, 3.84 ERA, Adrian commit Chase Mazey, RHP, Junior, threw 28 innings last year with 25 K’s but has been in a velocity improvement program and is throwing mid-upper 80’s now. Cliff Grabowski-Jr., OF, .314, .390 OBA River Kraus-Sr., OF, .245, .373 OBA Cam Braithwaite, Sr., OF, RHP, .282, 13 RBI Jonathan Drake-Sr., RHP, 1B, .333 Ave., 3-0, 4.03 ERA We will have several JV players from last year who will compete for starting roles as well as some non-starters from last years varsity. | Alex Tigges, Quentin Dennis, Robbie Leonard, Jonathan Drake, River Kraus, Cam Braithwaite | Wells Graham-RHP, INF., Chase Mazey, RHP, INF, Ben Domzalski-C, Ben Frakes-OF, Connor Stafford, INF, RHP | Hunter Belanger-1B, Joey Michelotti-INF | NA | |
313 | Fowlerville Gladiators | Colin | Boak | First Year Coaching/ 0-0 | 2 | 2/1 | We are a very young program, with a lot of promise. I am excited to see how our young team handles itself this season. We will be underdogs in most games but are setting out with something to prove. | Speed, and a lot of young talent | N/A | N/A | NA | N/A | N/A | |
314 | Rudyard Bulldogs | Billy | Mitchell | 21-12 / 225-114 | 4 | 7 Returning Starters / 8 returning pitchers including top 5 from last season | We are very excited for the 2022 season. We return a veteran lineup that has Final Four experience in basketball and in football, to go along with our Regional Final appearance for baseball in 2021. This group of athletes is no stranger to post season success, and embraces the grind. We return 7 of our 9 starters from 2021 along with our top 5 pitchers from the 2021 season. | Our biggest team strength is our senior leadership. We have a group of seniors that know what it takes to be successful. They embrace the grind, and have fun being together working hard to achieve goals they have set. Come Tournament time, we believe our pitching depth will be a strength in the D4 Postseason. | EJ Suggitt, Sr, 1B/RHP, All Conference / All District / All Region, Academic All State, 3 year starter, Spring Arbor Signee Tate Besteman, Sr, OF/RHP, All Conference / All District / All Region, 3 year starter Brett Mayer, Sr, OF/1B/LHP, All Conference / All District, 3 year starter Austin Warner, Sr, C/3B/OF, All Conference / All District, 2 year starter Cameron Peterson, So, C/ 3B, All Conference / All District, returning starter Aiden Bickel, So, SS/RHP, All District, returning starter Kallen Lawlor, So, RHP Returning Letter winner Eli Sprague, So, OF/RHP Returning Letter winner Jesse Zeeryp, Jr, 1B/OF Returning Letter winner Landen Mayer, So, RHP/2b Returning Letter winner Trevor Lamma, Jr, OF, Returning Letter winner | EJ Suggitt Brett Mayer | N/A | Cameron Peterson Aiden Bickel | Tanner Baker INF/C Aiden Pavlat LHP | |
315 | Vicksburg Bulldogs | Brian | Deal | 30-11/Unkown | 2 | 7/4 | I think we will be a very competitive team this year. We lost some good senior leadership who provided us with a lot of offense and pitching. We do however return several starters from a team that won our districts last year. We will have several players with multiple years of varsity experience to help us compete this season. | 1. pitching 2 defense 3 speed 4 Offense | 1.Tyler DeVries SS Sr 6'0' 185 R/R-4 year starter at shortstop, consistent defender 2.Dylan Zemitans P SR 6'3" 200 R/R -3 year starter. Will enter the season as #1 or #2 pitcher 3. Jimmy Cutshaw 5'10" 165 R/R -3 Year starter in the outfield 4.Cole Gebben 6'0' 200 R/R-2 year starter as Pitcher/Outfielder High 80s fastball 5. Logan Cohrs 5'10' 185 R/R -1 year starter as catcher. Starting catcher as a freshman. | Dylan Zemitans Jimmy Cutshaw Tyler DeVries | Cole Gebben | Logan Cohrs | ||
316 | Saline Hornets | Al | Zeiher | 26-10-1 / 56-17-1 | 1 | 3/5 | We can't wait to compete this spring. We feature an exciting schedule against some of the best teams in the midwest. This also includes playing in the SEC Red which should be one of the best leagues in the state from top to bottom. We have a great mix of players this spring. Returners who played in big games last spring to lean on with some younger players who are eager to play at the Varsity level. | Leadership | Bobby Butler - IF/P Sr. Lansing CC Commit 3 year starter .301 AVG 11 2Bs Braden LaRusso- OF/P Sr. .316 AVG Liam Yelsma- LHP Sr. Adrian College Commit 39 IP, 1.615 ERA, 36 SO, 6 BBs, 4-2 Aidan Carlson- RHP Sr. Northwood Commit 25 IP, .28 ERA, 35 SO Ian Balint- RHP/IF Sr. Giuseppe Gottfried- 1B Sr. Navy (Football Commit) .326 AVG 4 HRs Luke Masters- 1B Sr. Siena Heights (Football Commit) Sam Jane - LHP Sr. Sam Miller- IF/P Jr. Jackson Conley - C Jr. | Bob Butler Braden LaRusso Liam Yelsma Aidan Carlson Ian Balint Giuseppe Gottfried Luke Masters Same Jane | Sam Miller Jackson Conley | N/A | N/A | |
317 | Holland Christian Maroons | Scott | Mokma | 14-17 | 2 | 2 | I am excited to be coaching varsity baseball for the Maroons. Coach Jim Caserta led the Marrons to many championships from 2014-2021 and he leaves a tremendous legacy for this program to follow. We will have a young team this year, so I look forward to seeing how they can come together and accomplish team goals. | Defense will be our key. | Lucas Conklin, OF, Daniel Dykstra, SS/RHP- , Trevor Nagelkirk-LHP 1.94 ERA | N/A | Lucas Conklin, Daniel Dykstra, Trevor Nagelkirk, | Kyle Smith | Gavin DeBoer | |
318 | Dryden Cardinals | Martin | Barker | 5-13-1/5-13-1 | 4 | 7/3 | While 2021 was a challenging season, a strong foundation was established within our program that we are looking to build upon in 2022. With 8 returning players and an infusion of some young talent, our expectations are to at least double our win total and improve upon our 4th place league finish. | Leadership, competitiveness, passion for the game | 1) Dylan Ledford, SS/RHP, 2023, 6-3/170-lbs, R/R, 2 yr starter. Last Year Stats: .451 AVG, 6 2B, 15 RBI, 24 R, 10 SB. 4-5, 3.06 ERA, 90 K. 2) Marty Barker, OF, 5-11/150-lbs, R/R, 2 yr starter. Last Year Stats: .426 AVG, 5 2B, 1 HR, 6 RBI, 23 R, 11 SB. 3) Charlie Fliedner, C/2B, 5-8/140-lbs, R/R. Last Year Stats: .348 AVG, 3 2B, 17 RBI, 10 R, 3 SB. | Zack Lemke (transfer) | 1) Dylan Ledford, 2) Marty Barker | N/A | Owen Gall, Sonny Coscione | |
319 | Niles Vikings | Mike | Vota | 22-11 / 412-291-3 | 2 | 5/3 | Graduated most starters last year. Good young talent in the program needing varsity experience. | Defense | 1. Gage Vota, RHP, 2023, 6-4/180, R/R, starter as a sophomore, FB Velo 84-85 as a sophomore last year, 17 IP, 14 hits, 18 SO, 24 BB, 4.04 ERA, 2. Drew Racht, 3B/RHP, 2022, 5-10 / 190LBS R/R. 43 IP, 44 Hits, 41 SO, 7 BB, 1.94 ERA 3. Austin Bradley C, RHP, 2022, 6-3/185, R/R 4. Hunter Fazi 3B, RF, 2022, 5-10/ 170, R/R. 4. Talon Brawley SS/RHP, 2024, 5-8/165, R/R. | NA | Gage Vota | Talon Brawley | Sam Rucker | |
320 | Marshall Redhawks | Tom | Sharpley | 24-10 | 2 | 6/6 | Look to continue our streak of 5 straight conference championships | 1. Starting pitching 2. Defense 3. Depth | Isaac Stetler, LHP/OF, 2022 6-1 165-pounds R/L 3-year lettermen, Grand Rapids recruit Last Years Stats - 6-3, 2.046 ERA, 45 K, .228 BAA, 65 IP All Conference 1st team Killian Bies, 3B/C/UT 2023 5-11 190-pounds S/R 2-year lettermen Last Years Stats - .333 AVG, .514 OBP, .887 OPS, 22 R, 22 HBP All Conference HM Luke Holbrook, RHP/OF 2023 5-9 195-pounds R/R 2-year lettermen, Last Years Stats - .298 AVG, 15 RBI, 2-1 29 IP, 41 K, 1.448 ERA, .183 BAA All Conference HM Jesse Saldana, LHP/OF, 2023 6-1 180-pounds L/L 2-year lettermen, Last Years Stats - 4-1 2.032 ERA, 30 K, 20.2 IP, .173 BAA Gavin Spence, SS/P, 2024 5-11 160-pounds R/R 1-year lettermen, Last Years Stats - .319 AVG, 6 2B, 2 HR, 19 RBI, All Conference 1st team | Isaac Stetler | Killian Bies, Jesse Saldana, Luke Holbrook | Gavin Spence | N/A | |
321 | Escanaba Eskymos | Scott | Hanson | 23-7/ 59-26 | 2 | 4/4 | This will be the deepest our pitching staff has been in years. We have good senior leadership and the development of our sophomores will be a key for the season. | Starting pitching and Leadership | SR. Jared Hanson 6-3 200 Captain career 6-2 record , SR. Hunter Lancour 5-2 2.29 ERA .284 6 doubles 21 rbi 14 stolen bases , SO Ben Johnson .341 9 stolen bases | Jared Hanson-P Hunter Lancour-IF/P | Trent Lawson-OF | Ben Johnson-C , Bon LaChance IF/P | ||
322 | Niles-Brandywine | David | Sidenbender | 24-9/ 404-265 | 3 | 7/6 | Im excited about this team. We are as talented as we have been in a while at most all positions and I am looking forward to seeing us progress throughout the season. | 1. overall depth 2. experience 3. talent level | Jamier Palmer, inf, So., 6', 165, r/r, returning 1st team all state, stats-440ave, 12 2b, 5 3b, 1 hr, 29rbi, 40-41 sb Owen Hullett, inf/p, Jr, 6'1" 180, r/r, 333ave, 3 2b, 11rbi, 5-1, 1.40 era, 27k, 7bb | James Barnes | Owen Hullett jr | Jamier Palmer, Jaremiah Palmer | ||
323 | Grand Blanc Bobcats | Kevin | Hubbs | 33-11 | 1 | 5/7 | We have high expectations for ourselves this season | 1. Starting Pitching 2. Experience 3. Team Defense 4. Culture | David Lally RHP/SS 2022 (Notre Dame) Nathan Fidelino 3B/RHP 2024 (uncommitted) Hunter Ames UTL 2022 (Hope College) Nathan Helms RHP/IF 2022 (Northwood) Kyle Keener RHP/1B 2022 (Lansing CC) Braxton McVicar LHP 2022 (Albion) Dylan Bowen 2022 OF (Delta CC) Connor Cooper 2022 OF (Delta CC) Christian Magnee 2022 1B (Mid- Michigan CC) Travis Parsons 2023 2b (uncommitted) | David Lally RHP/SS 2022 (Notre Dame) Hunter Ames UTL 2022 (Hope College) Nathan Helms RHP/IF 2022 (Northwood) Kyle Keener RHP/1B 2022 (Lansing CC) Braxton McVicar LHP 2022 (Albion) Dylan Bowen 2022 OF (Delta CC) Connor Cooper 2022 OF (Delta CC) Christian Magnee 2022 1B (Mid- Michigan CC) | Travis Parsons Cole Mead 2023 OF/RHP | Nathan Fidelino Bryce O'Mara RHP | Trey Williams Chris Worley Nate Szcembara Liam Compton | |
324 | Parma Western Panthers | Russ | Gaston | 16-13 / 59-42 | 2 | 7/2 | With 7 starters and 2 top of the rotation arms coming back, we have high expectations within the I-8 and our District. | 1. Team Defense 2. Team Offense 3. Team Chemistry | Nolan Wheeler, INF/P, 2022, L/R, All-Region/All-Conference - .429, 5 2B, 4 3B, 2 HR Caden Oliver, C, 2023, R/R, All-District - .405, 5 2B, 2 3B | Nolan Wheeler | Caden Oliver Drew Braun C/INF, 2023, R/R - .318 AVE, .415 OBP | Jack LaPorte | N/A | |
325 | Grosse Pointe Woods University Liggett | Dan | Cimini | 31-5 (470-105) | 3 | 9/5 | We return all of our starters back from our State Championship team. I look forward to playing in the CHSL Central Division this Spring which is one of the toughest HS baseball divisions in the state. | 1. Experience 2.Pitching 3. Defense 4. Speed 5. Offense | 1.Kurt Barr 2022, RHP/INF, 6'4 190-pounds-Captain, University of Michigan signee 2. Matthew Greene 2022 OF/INF/P 5'10 185-pounds -Captain, R/R uncommitted. 3.Jarren Purify 2023, SS 185-pound-Captain, R/R University of Michigan commit. 4. Reggie Sharpe 2024 MIF 5'9 175-pounds, R/R University of Michigan commit. 5.Oliver Service 2023 C/OF 5'11 210-pounds, R/R University of Texas commit. 6. Jack Jones 2023 RHP/OF/1B, 6'4 215-pounds, R/R Michigan State University commit. 7.Ryan Jones 2023 OF/C/1B 6'4 215-pounds, R/R uncommitted. 8. Preston Barr 2024 3B/P/MIF 6'4 210-pounds, R/R uncommitted. 8. Joey Randazzo 2023 OF/MIF/P, 5'9 160-pound, R/R uncommitted. 9. Ryan Knaebel 2023 OF/P, 5'9 160-pounds,R/R uncommitted. 10. Jake Martin 2023 C, 5'11 200-pounds, R/R uncommitted. | Kurt Barr; Matthew Greene | Jarren Purify; Oliver Service; Jack Jones; Ryan Jones; Joey Randazzo; Jake Martin; Ryan Knaebel | Reggie Sharpe; Preston Barr | Blake Ilitch 2025 RHP | |
326 | Merrill Vandals | David | DeBeau | 376 - 590 | 4 | 0/0 | We had a strong JV team last season and looking for them to have strong season again in 2022. | We have a lot of guys who can play many different positions well. So pitching and defense should be our strong point. | Caden Fleming and Kaleb Walker both Jr's | None | Caden Fleming and Kaleb Walker | None | Ethan Mattson | |
327 | Vassar Vulcans | Jason | Hahn | 10-20-4 | 3 | 8/5 | Last year, we were extremely young, starting 6 underclassmen. I’m hoping that experience of playing at the varsity level will result in a far better season. We have a great core of players that will return and lead our team. | 1. Defense 2. Game knowledge | 1. Manee Mendham, P/3b, 2022, 5’8 155 lbs, R/R, 3 year starter, last year .360 BA, 35 r 18 rbi, 26 steals. 2. Nate Whitney, P/1b, 2023, 5’10 215 lbs, 2 year starter, .338 ave, .524 OBP 27 RBI 3. Dustin Henderson P/Util 2nd year starter, .299 ave, 17 rbi, 16 r | Manee Mendham | Nate Whitney, Dustin Henderson | Landon Gonzales | Trever Gleeson, Layton Cartner, Cheven Lesko | |
328 | Salem High School | John | Wright | 13-23 / 119-92 | 1 | 8/8 | I am very excited! Our players have been working very hard in the offseason. | 1. offense, 2. Leadership, 3. Defense | Robert Ahlgren 3b/RHP, Ben Cannon C/OF, Anthony Clements CF, Alex DeAngelis P, Lucas Dieffenbaugher SS, Dylan Fleming 2B, Owen Lundh 1B, Kyle Moran C, Avery Saterlee, OF/P, Garrett Southern P, Mark Szymanki P, Eric Sheppard Utility, P. | Anthony Clements, Dylan Fleming, Owen Lundh | Robert Ahlgren, Eric Sheppard, Ben Cannon, Luke Dieffenbaugher, | Aaron Pryce | N/A | |
329 | Kalamazoo Christian Comets | Jim | Deters | 18-15/76-54 | 4 | 2/3 | The Comets have a lot to replace after losing 8 seniors from the 2021 squad but with some key arms returning and some new faces to add depth, they are looking forward to another competitive season. With a tough schedule on the books, the young Comets with have to learn on the fly, but by state tournament time they will be battle tested and experienced. | 1. Starting pitching 2. Defense 3. Power 4. Position Player Depth | JJ Manion, SS/RHP, 2023, 6-2/170, R/R, 2-yr starter, PBR #63 in 2023 class. Last Year Stats - .326 AVG, 3 2B, 2 3B, 30 RBI, 31 R, 11 SB, Note: injured and not able to pitch, mostly DH Will Zuiderveen, OF/RHP, 2022, 6-1/190, R/R. Last Year Stats - .344 AVG, 8 2B, 13 RBI, 21 R, 8 SB Jake McClure, RHP/2B, 2022, 6-0/160, L/R. Last Year Stats - 4-2, 4.70 ERA, 19 K, 25.1 IP | Will Zuiderveen Jake McClure | JJ Manion Jacob Munson | N/A | Patrick Vance Reed Jonkman Carter Manion | |
330 | Swartz Creek Dragons | Nick | Bierman | New Head Coach | 1 | 5/4 | We will be placing a strong emphasis on our pitching and the defense. There will be many opportunities for players to step up and help solidify the pitching staff. I'm excited to start the season and begin working with this group to get better everyday and reach our fullest potential as a team. | Great leadership and off season commitment. | Ben McGhee-Britt 1B/RHP, Cameron Spencer IF/OF, Drew Shultz LHP/CF, Jackson Serges OF/RHP, Connor Cassavoy 1B/3B, Caleb Hall LHP/OF | Ben McGhee-Britt, Cameron Spencer | Drew Shultz, Carter Pyle SS/3B, Evan Lloyd C/3B | Ty Moleski OF, Mason Sears 3B/P, Carson Orvis LHP/OF, Andrew Booth RHP/OF, Gabe Britt IF | NA | |
331 | Midland Dow Chargers | Rich | Juday | 27-15 / 97-54 | 1 | 6/5 | We have some key players to replace from last year's final four team, but we will be very athletic and I like our underclassmen and what they will do to fill in those spaces left by such a talented 2021 squad. | 1. Speed 2. Leadership 3. Power 4. Defense 5. Pitching | 1. Jack Bakus, 3B/P, 2023, 6-6 225-pounds, L/R. 2 year starter, Interests from EMU, MSU, WMU. Starting QB on Football Team and heavily recruited, .405 AVG, 8 HR, 41 RBI. 2. Billy Van Sumeran, 1B,/P, 2022, 6-6 220-pounds, R/R. 2 year starter, looking to play professional hockey upon graduation. .356 AVG, 2 HR, 30 RBI. 3. Nolan Sanders, P/OF, 2022, 6-0 175-pounds, R/L, 2 year starter, attending Hope as a student/athlete. .345 AVG, 9 SB, 4.35 40 time, 3-2 pitching record with 3 saves. 4. Dan Kowalczyk, OF, 2022 6-0 190 pounds, R/R, 360 AVG, 2 HR, 24 RBI. 5. Jay Worsley, P/INF, 2022 6-1 180 pounds, L/R, 289 AVG, 1 HR, 13 RBI, 4-1 record with 2 saves. 6. Tom Biacagalupo, C/P/INF, 2023, 6-2 185 pounds, R/R, 402 AVG in limited action 2021. | Nolan Sanders, Bill VanSumeran | 1. Jack Bakus, 2. Tom Biacagalupo, 3. Joe Craig, OF/P, 6-4 200 pounds, L/R 4. Zack Parker, SS/P, 6-1 165 pounds, R/R 5. Ty Biacagalupo, P/INF/OF/C 6-3 185 pounds, R/R | NA | NA | |
332 | Traverse City West / Titans | Matt | Bocian | 27-12 / 324-149 | 1 | 5/4 | Very solid core group of players with a mix of young talented players who are coachable and willing to work hard. | Defense/Pitching | Wyatt Danilowicz - LHP - 2022 Sam Reynolds - INF - RHP - 2022 Gavin Brown - C - 2022 Ian Robertson - INF - 2023 | Wyatt Danilowicz - LHP - 2022 Sam Reynolds - INF - RHP - 2022 Gavin Brown - C - 2022 | Ian Robertson | Quinten Gilliespie - INF/RHP Jack Griffiths - RHP/OF Isaac Kelsey - OF/LHP Maverick Richard - RHP Mike Healy | Owen Hendrix - INF/RHP Caden Stoops - INF/RHP Brayden Popa - INF | |
333 | Essexville Garber Dukes | Jon | Jeczmionka | 26-13/255-104-4 | 2 | Tommy Szczepanski RHP/INF, Baise Millar RHP/INF/C, Micah Irrer C/DH, Colin Sacrider RHP/INF, Cam Rowley OF, Jack Day RHP/INF, Jack Mularz RHP/INF | We have plenty of returning talent and have added a few nice pieces to our 2022 squad. RHP Tommy Szczepanski (University of Michigan) is one of the top pitchers in the state and gives us a great chance to win whenever he's on the hill. Our pitching staff is deep and our conference & postseason hopes will come down to whoever steps up to be a bonafide #2. | Our strength lies in our returning players (10). We expect to be solid defensively with plenty of versatile players able to play multiple positions. | 1. Tommy Szczepanski - Sr. P/INF 1st Team All Conference, 2nd Team All State 4 year varsity player. 2. Micah Irrer - Sr. C/DH/INF 2nd Team All COnference, ALL District. Team leader in BA (451). 3. Blaise Millar - Sr. 1st team All Conference; can play all nine positions. Hit 374 last season. 4. Cam Rowley - Sr. 2nd Team All Conference OF. Hit 382 last season. 5. Jack Mularz - Sr. RHP/INF Hit 324 last year 6. Jack Day - Sr. INF/RHP Best defensive player on the squad last year | 1. Szczepanski 2. Millar 3. Irrer | 1. Landon Sella 2. Ethan Burrows | LHP 6'4" Max Fellows | ||
334 | Northville Mustangs | John | Kostrzewa | 18-16/417-128 | 1 | 5/6 | Excited to get the 2022 season rolling. We have a great group of hard working and dedicated players. It's a good balance of experienced players and new players that have a lot of potential. Individually and collectively there have been tremendous strides this offseason. | I think the overall chemistry and athleticism of the group. | Dante' Nori L/L..2024... outfielder Miss. St. Commit (Frosh starter) Josh Planko R/R ...2022...Pitcher/1B Macallester College Commit Matt Gorski L/L...2022..Pitcher/1B Gabe Clark R/R...2023.. Catcher Luke Brodde R/R...2022...Infielder Zach Jurcisin R/R...2022...Infielder Tyler Ross R/R..2022..Pitcher | Josh Planko Matt Gorski | Gabe Clark Cullen Foley Leo Miksitz | Joey Broughton Dante' Nori Evan Deak Carter Jurcisin Dominic Minghine Trevor Schueller Caden Besko Justin Brown | N/A | |
335 | Lincoln Park Railsplitters | Brian | Amorose | 18-18 | 1 | 7 returning starters | The 2022 season has the potential to go well if we stay healthy. Three quality starters at the top end of the rotation with quality defense behind us. We did lose two real quality hitters in the middle, but we are fast on the bases this year. | Starting pitching, speed. | Evan McIntyre Gavin Hampton Alvaro Hernandez | Evan McIntyre, Gavin Hampton, Alvaro Hernandez, Justin Maldonado | Nate Josepeit | John Baylin | Johnathan Mateo | |
336 | Ann Arbor Pioneer | Bob | Sullivan | 21-16 | 1 | 12/6 | The Pioneers return 12 players from last years District Championship team lead by '22 SS AJ Lewis (Ashland) '22 RHP Schuylar Byrn, '22 CF Cole Allen, '22 INF Noah Bernstein and '23 RHP/OF Julius Kass. The Pioneers will be an experienced team with an influx of talented Juniors and Sophomores expected to play roles during the 2022 season. '23 RHP Joey Wisniewski, '24 RHP/1B Nate Zumbrunnen and '24 RHP/C/SS Avery McEwen. | Leadership, Depth, Defense | AJ Lewis, SS, 22, 5'10, 175lbs R/R - 3 years Varsity player, Ashland commit. Schuylar Byrn, RHP, 22, 6'5 200lbs, R/R. Cole Allen, CF, 22, 5'10, 180lbs, R/R - 3 year starter | Schuylar Byrn, AJ Lewis, Cole Allen, Noah Bernstein, Kyler Heise | Julius Kass, Joey Wisniewski RHP | Avery McEwen RHP, C, SS, Nate Zumbrunnen RHP, 1B, Adam Adair SS, Tys Verhe-Henke RHP/OF | Elliott Pike LHP | |
337 | Oxford Wildcats | Dave | Herrick | 30-8, 102-113 | 1 | 5/5 | I believe our players have been working extremely hard this off season. They have become a very close knit group due to the tragedy we faced. The players know how important this season is for them and our community. | 1. Starting pitching, 2. Leadership, 3. Team Culture | 1. Tony Hatzigeorgiou, IF/RHP, 2022, 5' 11", 195, R/R, 2-year starter, team captain, 2021 All-District, Wayne State recruit, Lansing CC recruit. Last year stats- .420 AVG, 4 2B, 2 3B, 3 HR, 28 RBIs, 32 R, 16 SB 2. Brady Carpenter, OF/RHP, 2022, 6'1", 180, R/R, 4-year starter, 2 year captain, 2021 All-OAA, SVSU commit. Last year stats- .314 AVG, 9 2B, 1 3B, 1 HR, 22 RBIs, 36 R, 24 SB 3. Gavin Walters, C/RHP/3B/1B, 2022, 6'2", 205, R/R, 2-year starter, Lansing CC commit. Last year stats- 10 2B, 2 3B, 1 HR, 15 RBIs, 11 R, 4 wins, 52 K 4. Owen Schihl, 3B,C,RHP, 2023, 6'1" 215, 2-year starter, Davenport recruit,. Last year stats, 4-1, 0.62 ERA, 35 K, 5 BB | Tony Hatzigeorgiou, Brady Carpenter, Gavin Walters | Owen Schihl | Jay Cady | ||
338 | Walled Lake Northern Knights | Pete | Lamerato | 26-14/260-266 overall (121-77 at WLN) | 1 | 5/9 | Even though we graduated a large group after last season's district championship, we have a great group of juniors and seniors that are quite talented. We return 10 players who played last year and contributed to the varsity team as well as 9 experienced pitchers, including 3 of our top 4 starting pitchers return. Ty Stepek returns as one of the best players in the state of Michigan and will be expected to handle the pitching staff. Robbie Whelan returns after breaking many of our team records last season going 9-0 on the mound with 4 saves and a 1.53 ERA. | 1. Starting pitching and depth at catcher. 2. Strong defense and 3. Legitimate 9 man lineup that will score a lot of runs with power and contact 4. Team leadership and buy in to work together. | Ty Stepek, C, INF, P, 2022, 6-2/180-pounds, R/R, 3-year starter, team captain, Grand Valley State commit. Last year Stats: .444 AVG, 17 2B, 5 3B, 6 HR, 41 RBI, 42 R, 23 SB. Robbie Whelan, P/OF, 2022, 5-10/165-pounds, R/R, 2-year Varsity pitcher, team captain. Last Year Stats: 9-0, 1.53 ERA, 54K, 20 BB Nick Skiver, 2B/SS, 2022, 5-8/150-pounds, L/R, 2-year starter, team captain. Last Year Stats: .421 AVG, 10 2B, 2 3B, 22 RBI, 31 R, 21 SB | Ty Stepek, Robbie Whelan, Nick Skiver, Ashton Stants, P/OF, 2022, 6-3/185-pounds R/L, 2 year varsity player; Brady Beckstrom P/1B, 2022, 6-5/190-pounds, R/R, 2 year varsity; | Jonah Farabi, P/3B/SS, 2023, 5-10/160-pounds, R/R 2 year varsity. Jake Winn, P/1B, 2023, 6-1/220-pounds, R/R, 2 year varsity. Eric Rapp, SS/3B/P, 2023, 6-0/170-pounds, R/R, 2 year varsity. Adam Davis, 1B/OF/P, 2023, 6-0/190-pounds, L/L Nick McCormick, INF/P, 2023, 6-3/185-pounds, R/R | Samuel Korus, P/1B/3B/OF, 2024, 6-1/180-pounds, R/R Billy Helka, C/INF/OF/P, 2024, 5-10/160-pounds, R/R Nathan Ray, P/OF, 2024 6-3/165-pounds, R/R Noah Lamerato, SS/3B/2B/P, 5-9/145 pounds, R/R Anthony Estrada, 3B/SS/P, 6-0/155-pounds, R/R | N/A | |
339 | Wyandotte Bears | Brian | Cotner | 17-18 / 348-258 | 1 | 5 / 3 | The Bears have a lot returning and intend on contending for the league title. Led by Donavan Canterberry (Sr - Xavier) and Manny Gutierrez (Jr - uncommitted) on the mound, the pitching should be in good hands. Both will also lead the team with the bat. Tyler Kurdi (Jr), Keegan Rose (So), Jadn' McGowen (Fr) and Robbie Longoria (Sr) will be expected to have big roles and will be big factors in the success of Wyandotte. | 1. Leadership 2. Starting Pitching 3. Hitting 4. Defense | Donavan Canterberry, SS/P, 2022, 6-0/195, R/R, 4 yr starter, team captain, Xavier recruit. Last year stats - .317 AVG, 10 2B, 2 3B, 15 RBIs, 33 R, 30 SB. 6-4, 1.58 ERA, 68 K, 11 BB Manny Gutierrez, OF, P, 2023, 5-8/165, L/L, 3 yr starter, team captain, uncommitted. Last year stats - . 398 AVG, 12 2B, 1 3B, 28 RBIs, 20 R, 6 SB. 1-6, 3.86 ERA, 49 K, 29 BB | Donavan Canterberry Robbie Longoria Shawn DeLeon | Manny Gutierrez Tyler Kurdi Jason Pente | Keegan Rose | Jadn' McGowen | |
340 | East Jordan | Tom | Reid | 11-16/81-119-2 | 3 | 6/4 | With the strong leadership and talent we have returning, I believe this team can make a significant run through the state tournament and should compete for a conference title. | 1. Leadership 2. Starting Pitching 3. strong bats | 1. Thomas Reid III, SS/3B/RHP, 2022, 5'11", 185 lbs, L/R, 3-yr starter, All State HM 2021, team captain, Grand Rapids Community College commit, 2021 stats-.540 avg, 13 2B, 4 3B, 4 HR, 28 RBI, 20 runs, 9 SB, 5-3, 1.76 ERA, 1 save, 85 K, 27 BB 2. Ben Reid, C/1B, 2023, 6'1", 190 lbs, L/R, 2-yr starter, all conference 2021, 2021 stats- .328 AVG, 10 2B, 1 3B, 18 RBI, 6 runs 3. Kaleb Schroeder, 2B/RHP, 2022, 6'1", 155 lbs, R/R, 2-yr starter, team captain, Bay College CC commit, 2021 stats-.200 avg, 3 2B, 5 RBI, 11 runs, 9 SB, .455 OBP, 1-4, 8.70 ERA, 18 K, 19 BB 4. Dawson Carey, SS/RHP, 2023, 5'10", 170 lbs, R/R, 2-yr starter, 2021 stats-.232 AVG, 2 2B, 1 3B, 4 RBI, 18 runs, 10 SB, 1-3, 7.76 ERA, 16 K 5. Hayden Peck, CF, 2022, 5'9", 165 lbs, R/R, 2-yr starter, 2021 All conference HM, 2021 stats-.243 Avg, 2 2B, 1 3B, 1 HR, 2 RBI, 22 runs, 7 SB 6. Mason Malpass, 1B, 2022, 6'5", 185 lbs, L/L, 2-yr starter, 2021 all conference, 2021 stats-.315, 1 2B, 6 RBI, 11 runs, 9 SB | 1. Thomas Reid III 2. Kaleb Schroeder 3. Hayden Peck 4. Mason Malpass | 1. Ben Reid 2. Dawson Carey | 1. Lucas Stone | 1. Brenden Aenis 2. Eli Burns | |
341 | Zeeland West Dux | Adam | Locker | (33-9 / 189-119-1) | 1 | 5 / 4 | We have a team that plays hard and has a great time doing it. | Pitching | Josh Agar (LHP), Carter Hughes (RHP) | N/A | Josh Agar, Carter Hughes, Simon Moore | N/A | N/A | |
342 | Bloomfield Hills | Rich | Krentz | 0-0 | 1 | 5/3 | New Vision and New Era for Bloomfield Hills Blackhawks Baseball | New Coach with no background with this program. Unknown at this time | Aaron Martin, Robert Newlund, Shane Winter, Jack Boike, James Forner | See above | Jack Friesen, Rusty Oddo | Brandon Newlund | N/A | |
343 | Ludington Orioles | Evan | Kroeze | 22-11 | 2 | 6/5 | We are extremely excited about this years team. We have a great senior class of 6 that have built great culture within the program. This group has worked their tails off and are some of the highest character players I have been around during my 13 years of being part of Ludington Baseball. Obviously we still have a lot of work to do and have to prove it on the field, but we are ready for the opportunity. | 1.Character/Work Ethic 2. Defense 3. Speed 4. Hitting 5. Pitching | Stephen Weinert, C/OF, 2022, 3-year starter, captain, .459, 6 2B, 5 3B, 36 RS Gabe Hogenson, OF, 2022, 3 year starter, captain, .390, 26 RBI, 24 RS | Stephen Weinert Gabe Hogenson | N/A | Evan McCarthy, SS/OF, 2024, 2nd year as a starter, .355 average | ||
344 | Divine Child Falcons | Dan | Deegan | 16-18/82-76 | 2 | 4/4 | Team will be led by it's starting pitching and defense. | 1. Leadership, 2. Starting Pitching, 3. Experience | 1. Owen Avery, RHP/3B, '23, 6' 220 lbs, 3 year starter, team captain. Grand Valley recruit. .290 AVG. 5-4 W/L, 3.09 ERA, 114 k's, 59.3 IP 2. Jack Zang, LHP/1B, '23, 6'3, 210 lbs. 4 year varsity player. Has D1 offers. .303 AVG., 29 RBI, 6 2B. 3. Carson Sampson, CF, '23, 5'11, 160 lbs, 3 year varsity starter. 4. Bronson Pawson, RHP, '23, 5'9, 145 lbs. | 1. Owen Avery, RHP/3B, '23, 6' 220 lbs, 3 year starter, team captain. Grand Valley recruit. .290 AVG. 5-4 W/L, 3.09 ERA, 114 k's, 59.3 IP 2. Jack Zang, LHP/1B, '23, 6'3, 210 lbs. 4 year varsity player. Has D1 offers. .303 AVG., 29 RBI, 6 2B. 3. Tyler Kostora, C/2B, '24, 5'8, 180 lbs. 2 year varsity player. .300 AVG., 22 RBI. 4. Carson Sampson, CF, '23, 5'11, 160 lbs, 3 year varsity starter. | Tyler Kostora | Everette Shumaker, RHP/SS, 6'1, 180 lbs. | ||
345 | Notre Dame Prep | Jason | Gendreau | 25-9 / 35-17 | 2 | 3 / 2 | We will be a young team looking for regular season growth towards the post season | leadership, toughness, hungry | Luke Babich, RHP/OF. Michael Sadecki, RHP/C/IF | none | none | Owen Marks, LHP | Roman Cherfoli, SS | |
346 | Forest Hills Eastern Hawks | Ian | Hearn | 29-11 | 2 | 5/5 | The Hawks have a solid, talented, and experienced group back that have played a lot of baseball. The Team is Forest Hills Eastern's strength. | Chemistry, experience, and overall ability. | Evan Parks, SS/P, 2022, 6'3, 190, L/R signed with Butler. Leo Hearn, Catcher, 2022, 6'2.5", 215, L/R signed with Bowling Green. Jacob Pallo, P/INF, 2023, 6'2, 175, R/R uncommitted. Brian Messing, INF, 2022, 6'2, 165, R/R uncommitted. Ashton Feenstra, LHP, 2022, 6'4, 180, L/L uncommitted. Caleb Kuiper, RHP, 2022, 6'0, 180, R/R uncommitted. | Evan Parks, Leo Hearn, Brian Messing, Ashton Feenstra, Calen Kuiper, Iwan Sitalo | Jacob Pallo, Collin Fridsma, Mac DenBraber | Matt Stotts, Drew Patten | Brenden Thompson, Max Ferrick, James Dempsey, Max Jerow, Manel Conners, Landen Lindley | |
347 | Trenton Trojans | Todd | Szalka | 31-7 / 315-165-1 | 2 | 5/4 | Losing an MLB draft pick and a D1 arm to graduation is a tough task for any program to overcome. With 5 starters returning, multiple backup players from 2021 being ready to contribute, and players moving up from a 21-4 JV team that is reason for great optimism. There is no shortage of arms in the program, but it will take some time for the pitching pecking order to sort it's way out. In the meantime, Trenton returns All-Region catcher Brock Beaudrie (SR)and All-League outfielder Matt Cheatam (SR). Senior Nick Mator (7 wins), Junior Alex Stepaniak (4 wins), and Josh DeChane (SR) return on the hill with Juniors Joaquin Maldonado and Matt Jividen ready to leave their mark on the program. Senior Blake Brewer returns from an injury his junior year, and as a 6'3" lefty, he will get plenty of pitching opportunities. Newcomers Reece Omodio and Blake Boike, late season call-ups, will be called upon to step into bigger roles all over the diamond. The Trojans also return one of the MHSAA Tournament's hottest players, Senior Braylon Hughes, who will slide over from 2B to SS this season. | Team strength will be Baserunning, Leadership, and Knowledge of the Game. | SR: Brock Beaudrie C (Undecided) 2 year Captain, Matt Cheatam OF (Lansing CC), Nick Mator RHP/1B (Undecided), Braylon Hughes SS (Undecided) Alex Stepaniak RHP/1B '23 (Uncommitted), Joaquin Maldonado LHP/OF '23 (Uncommitted). Our stats are available on GameChanger, if you send me an email and request permission I will allow you access to those. | Brock Beaudrie, Matt Cheatam, Nick Mator, & Braylon Hughes | Alex Stepaniak, Joaquin Maldonado, Reece Omodio, and Blake Boike | Caleb Kidd LHP/OF and Zach Hitchcock LHP/OF | Aston Rooney | |
348 | Paw Paw Red Wolves | Derek | Vanderburg | 8-19-1 | 2 | 7/4 | Looking forward to a bounce back year. Return a core of young players who gained valuable playing experience last year. We have 2 plus arms at the top of our rotation who will keep us in games. If we make the routine plays this year, we will be a competitive team in our league. We are looking forward to an exciting season. | 1. Starting Pitching 2. Team Speed | Remi Hahn, 3B/RHP, 2023 Jake Hindenach INF/RHP, 2024 Joe Miller INF/OF, 2023 Cullen Sylvester OF/P, 2022 Brayden Pease OF/P, 2022 Jacob Major C, 2024 Matthew Hartman OF, 2023 | Brayden Pease Cullen Sylvester | Remi Hahn Joe Miller Matthew Hartman Nick Boyd | Jake Hindenach Jacob Major | N/A | |
349 | Troy Colts | Tim | Mullen | 19-17 | 1 | 5 / 7 | We should pitch and field well as we return our entire IF and our top 3 pitchers. Our lineup will be the question mark as we lost 4 big bats. | Pitching | Austin Cicerone, SS/P, 6-0/190 pounds, Jr, two year starter. Last Year .394 AVG, 12 2B, 1 3B, 2 HR, 25 RBI, 39 R, 15 SB, 3.4 ERA, 39K, 10 BB, 43 inn | N/A | Austin Cicerone | N/A | N/A | |
350 | Ionia Bulldogs | Jason | Lundstrom | 15-23 | 2 | 5/6 | Looking forward to competing and playing. We're very excited to see how our players respond to good competition. | 1. Depth in pitching 2. Team Speed 3. Hitting | Ethan Bowen P, Jr., Kane Lundstrom Of, P, Jr., Danny McCoy P, C, Jr. Tanner Gregory Sr. Of | Tanner Gregory Sr. Austin Hillabrandt Sr., AJ Castillo Sr. | Ethan Bowen Jr., Kane Lundstrom Jr., Danny McCoy Jr. | Carter Castillo, Tyson McDiarmid, Alex Barr move in, Matt McCoy | N/A | |
351 | Carrollton Cavaliers | Eric | Dalton | 8-23/0-0 | 2 | 6/3 | We are going to be a young squad, as far as experience goes, but I'm excited about our group as they are building and getting better each day to compete at the highest level. | 1. Defense 2. Young Arms 3. Team chemistry | Sophomore Grant Wood CF/SS | Andrew Johnson | Nicolas Olivarez | Grant Wood, Cody Sanada, Hunter Enos | N/A | |
352 | Grand Ledge High School Comets | Grant | Householder | 37-3 / 37-3 | 1 | 5/5 | We lose experience and veteran leadership, but we bring back a deep roster. Senior Cole Mance is returning all-conference and all-district pitcher that should lead a deep pitching staff. Senior Thomas Kerrigan and Junior Caleb Estrada return for year two, leading a versatile lineup, that features speed, power and fundamentals. Senior Nathan Droste (Olivet College) is an extremely versatile two-way player. Senior Owen Smith (Olivet College) will be one of the top outfielders in the area. With the expectation of the deep Senior class and Junior talent to compete, we are poised to have another extremely successful spring. | 1. Starting Pitching 2. Team Defense 3. Versatility 4. Continuity 5. Coaching | 1. Caleb Estrada, SS, JR, 6'2, 205, R/R, Honorable Mention All-Conference 2. Nathan Droste, MINF, SR, 5'10, 165, R/R, Honorable Mention All-Conference (Olivet College) 3. Cole Mance, INF/P, SR, 5'11, 185, R/R, All-Conference, All-District 4. Thomas Kerrigan, OF/1B, SR, 6'0, 180, L/R, Honorable Mention All-Conference 5. Owen Smith, OF, SR, 6'0, 170, R/R, (Olivet College) | Nathan Droste (Olivet College) Thomas Kerrigan Owen Smith (Olivet College) Carson Winans, P, 6'1, 175, L/L | Caleb Estrada Andrew Konieczny, 1B/OF/LHP, 6'4, 200, L/L Nathan Roskamp, P, 6'0, 160, R/R Leo Lake, C, 5'6, 140, R/R | Noah McCartney, OF/INF, 5'6, 150, R/R Andrew Deibel, C/INF/P, 5'11, 155, R/R Alex Cornman, OF/1B/P, 6'0, 160, R/R Lucas Caterino, 1B/P, 6'0, R/R | Preston Bohnet, INF/C/P Kyle Smith, INF/OF/P | |
353 | Beal City High School - Aggies | Steve | Pickens | 31-3 | 4 | WADE WILSON /PITCHER ,OF , BRENDAN MARTIN /P ,INF, KONNOR WILSON /P, OF , KAIDAN ANDREWS /P, SS, HUNTER MILES /P, OF, CAYDEN SMITH /P, INF, JOSH WILSON /P, BRAYDEN HAYNES /P,C,INF | WE HAVE A GEAT CORE OF RETURNERS FROM LAST YEAR, ALL PLAYERS RETURNING THIS YEAR HAVE HAD VARSITY EXPERIENCE, 5 WITH 4 YEAR EXPERIENCE. HOPE TO REPEAT AS HIGHLAND CONF. CHAMPS AND MAKE A FURTHER RUN FOR A STATE TITLE | 1 BASEBALL KNOWLEDGE, 2 PITCHING, 3 DEFENSE, 4 HITTING, 5 WORK ETHIC | WADE WILSON P,OF, 12TH, 5' 9" 175 lbs.?, B=R, T=R ALL STATE 1ST TEAM, ALL CONFERENCE, ALL AREA last year 4 yr varsity player, last year 386 ave., 24 RBI tied team lead, 7 sb, 6-3 pitching 1.024 ERA BRENDAN MARTIN, P 1ST, 12TH, 6 5" 180 lbs. ? B=R,T=R ALL STATE 2ND TEAM, ALL CONFERENCE, ALL AREA last year 4 yr varsity player. last year 8-0 with 1 save pitching, ERA 1.024. strike out ave per inning 1.29, only walked 4 batter all season BRAYDEN HAYNES, C, INF,OF, 12TH 6'2" 200 lbs.? B=R, T=R, ALL STATE 2ND TEAM, ALL CONFERENCE, ALL AREA last year 4 year varsity player. last year 493 ave. 8 doubles 2 triples, 7 sb KAIDAN ANDREWS, SS, P, 12TH 5'8" 150lbs=R,T=R, ALL STATE 2ND TEAM, ALL CONFERENCE, ALL AREA last year, 4 year varsity player Last year 404 ave., 20 sb team lead, 18 RBI ( lead off hitter) 10 doubles, 1 triple, 1 HR.; 2 -0 with 1 save pitching HUNTER MILES, P,OF, 12TH, 5'9", 165 lbs. ? B=R,T=R last year 439 ave. 2=0 pitching KONNOR WILSON P,OF, 12TH, 6'0" 150 lbs.? B=R,T=R 4 year varsity player. 4-0 pitching CAIDEN SMITH, INF, P, 10TH, 5'7" 140 lbs. ? Last year 316 ave. JOSH WILSON, P,INF, 10TH, 6'3" 205 lbs.?? Last year (limited action) 273 ave JAKE GAUTHIER, C , 10TH 5'5 135 lbs.??? T=R,B=R, 375 AVE | KAIDAN ANDREWS, BRAYDEN HAYNES, BRENDAN MARTIN, WADE WILSON, KONNOR WILSON, HUNTER MILES | -0- ONLY ONE JR IN PROGRAM OUT WITH KNEE INJURY | CAYDEN SMITH, JOSH WILSON, JAKE GAUTHIER | ?????? AT THIS TIME... | |
354 | West Bloomfield Lakers | Josh | Birnberg | 25-15 | 1 | 7/4 | Very excited to build off of last year’s success. We have a lot of really good kids and equally as good players. They are hungry and ready to compete. | Pitching, competitiveness | Matt Fountain, 1B/OF/RHP, 2022 LCC Commit, Tyler Allos OF, 2022 Schoolcraft Commit Josh Weiss RHP/3B Schoolcraft Commit Adrian Epps OF/RHP 2023 top 50 on PBR Logan Pikur RHP/OF 2023 CMU Commit Max Bowers 2023 MIF Brody Pikur RHP/OF 2025 | Matthew Fountain , Tyler Allos, Josh Weiss, Wes Govier | Logan Pikur, Adrian Epps, Max Bowers | NA | Brody Pikur | |
355 | Hackett Catholic Prep | Smiley | Verduzco | 31-9/31-9 | 4 | 6/5 | The team is ready to compete for a State Title again. | 1. Culture 2. Upperclassmen leadership 3. Athleticism | Brenden Collins 6'1" 180 Sr. OF/P 1st Team All-State, .537 Avg. 17 2B, 58 RBI; Nick Verduzco 6'2" 185 Jr. SS 2nd Team All-State, .421 Avg. 13 2B, 54 R; Isaac Backman 5'11" 170 Sr. OF/P .361 Avg. 36 R, 25 SB; Eli Backman 5'8" 150 Soph. 2B .330 Avg, 26 RBI; Patrick Ogrin 5'10" 160 Jr. OF .413 Avg., 20 R; Chris Bullard 6'0" 170 Sr. P 3-0, 4 saves, 3.50 ERA | Brenden Collins, Isaac Backman, Chris Bullard | Nick Verduzco | Eli Backman, Andrew Rann | Preston Cosby, Brooks Basler, Noah Emmer | |
356 | St. Joseph Michigan Lutheran Titans | Cale | Pauley | 19-8 / 47-42 | 4 | 3/3 | We return 3 of our top arms from last season. Although we lost a great senior class I’m looking forward to this group and some of the young talent we have. | 1. Pitching depth. 2. Returning infield depth. 3. Baseball IQ | 1. Jackson Anderson, SS/P, 2023, R/R. 1st Team All Conference. All-Region Infielder. Last year stats- .446 AVG, 9 2B, 1 3B, 25 RBI, 33 R, 29 SB. 3-1 2 SV, 36 K, 29.2 IP. 2. Josh Tahaney, 2022, 3B/P, All-District Pitcher. Last year stats- 5-3 1 SV, 23 K, 45.2 IP. .264 AVG, 19 RBI. 3. Adam Conrad, 1B/P, 2023. .250 AVG, 1 2B, 9 RBI. 1-0, 8 k, 5 IP. | Josh Tahaney | Jackson Anderson, Adam Conrad | Jared DeWeerd OF/P | Ty Johnson INF/P. Micah Herbst OF/P. Colton Stegman C. Ben Liebech INF/P | |
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459 | Tecumseh Indians | Tom | Bullinger | 26-8/325-174 | 2 | none | Going to have to fill some holes, especially on the mound. There will be opportunities for younger players to be brought up to varsity to pitch. May be a revolving door. We have a few guys returning that play multiple positions and are good hitters. Looking for them to step up and be leaders. | 1. Defense, where many players can play multiple positions, 2. Hitting. | Seth Austin, INF, 2022, 5'10, R/R, 2 year starter, Spring Arbor recruit Jacob Burns, INF, 2023, 6'2, R/R | Seth Austin | Jacob Burns | Max Bledsoe, C, 5'11 | ||
460 | Cheboygan High School | Kevin | Baller | 24-12-1/291-241-3 | 2 | 8/3 | Great group of returning players. Should compete for a conference and district crown. | Starting Pitching, Strong Leadership | Daniel Wilcome, OF/LHP Saginaw Valley Recruit. Last year stats-.468 avg, 7 2B, 3 3B, 2 HR, 19 SB, 32 RBI. Henry Stempky, SS/RHP Last year stats .383, 9 2B, 3 3B, 22 RBI, 23 SB Honorable Mention All-State. Tyler Balazovic, SS/2B/RHP Last year stats .415, 8 2B, 28 RBI. Dylan Balazovic, C Soph Last year stats .340, 17 RBI | Daniel Wilcome Henry Stempky | N/A | Dylan Balazovic | ||
461 | Lamphere Rams | Adam | Wooley | 23-5/ 350-212 | 2 | 6/4 | "After two straight league championships, this will be a transitional year. Despite losing 5 quality players to college programs, we have a solid base which should allow us to contend for the MAC Gold again this season." | 1. Defense; 2. Offensive production; 3. Good exemplary leaders | 1. Nick Krstich, C, 2022; 6-1, 195#, R/R 4-year starter; team captain; signed with Grand Valley State .375 AVG, 11 2B, 2 HR, 21 RBI, 31 R, 14 SB 32% Throw out. 2. Amare Curran, R/R CF 2023, 6-3 175# .333, 5 2B, 12 RBI, 14 R, 13 SB. 3. Noah Atherholt, SS, 2023, 5-9, 165# R/R .410 AVG, 3 2B, 23 RBI, 18 R, 5 SB. 4. Aidan McGinnis RHP, 2023, 6'0, 195# 7-1 W-L, 3.39 ERA | Nick Krstich; Aidan McGinnis; Drew Webster, L/R 1B-3B | Noah Atherholt; Amare Curran; Jamison Ross R/R C-OF | N/A | N/A | |
462 | Grosse Pointe South Blue Devils | Dan | Griesbaum | 20-13-1 | 1 | Wells Graham-RHP, Inf., Alex Tigges-C, Cliff Grabowski-C, Quentin Dennis -RHP, Chase Mazey-RHP, Robbie Leonard-RHP, River Kraus-OF, | We have most of our starting pitching back in Wells Graham, Quentin Dennis, Chase Mazey, and Robbie Leonard. Graham and Tigges were All MAC RED, Mazey and Leonard had very good summers and have improved velocity greatly since 2021. Our J.V. won the MAC RED and will provide great help in the field especially. Our frosh were 28-4. | Our starting pitching will be our strength definitely. We are strong behind the plate as well with both catchers returning, Alex Tigges and Ben Domzalski. We will have good speed as well, especially in the OF, and will be very good defensively. We will need to replace 2 All-MAC players Ryker Mazey-SS, now playing at Albion, and Jacob Harris who will play at John’s Hopkins next fall. They were our 3rd and 4th hitters. | Wells Graham-Junior, RHP, SS, .397, 9-2B, 3HR, 27 RBI, 4-1, 2.80 ERA, 4-0, 1.82 in MAC RED, 2nd in MVP voting in MAC RED as a soph. Alex Tigges-C, Sr., lead off hitter, .400, .514 OBA, 22 SB, 32 Runs, All MAC RED, D III schools interested. Quentin Dennis-Sr., RHP, 3-2, 3.44 ERA, 3-1, MAC RED, 2.48 ERA, not committed yet Robbie Leonard-Sr., RHP, 3-2, 3.84 ERA, Adrian commit Chase Mazey, RHP, Junior, threw 28 innings last year with 25 K’s but has been in a velocity improvement program and is throwing mid-upper 80’s now. Cliff Grabowski-Jr., OF, .314, .390 OBA River Kraus-Sr., OF, .245, .373 OBA Cam Braithwaite, Sr., OF, RHP, .282, 13 RBI Jonathan Drake-Sr., RHP, 1B, .333 Ave., 3-0, 4.03 ERA We will have several JV players from last year who will compete for starting roles as well as some non-starters from last years varsity. | Alex Tigges, Quentin Dennis, Robbie Leonard, Jonathan Drake, River Kraus, Cam Braithwaite | Wells Graham-RHP, INF., Chase Mazey, RHP, INF, Ben Domzalski-C, Ben Frakes-OF, Connor Stafford, INF, RHP | Hunter Belanger-1B, Joey Michelotti-INF | NA | |
463 | Fowlerville Gladiators | Colin | Boak | First Year Coaching/ 0-0 | 2 | 2/1 | We are a very young program, with a lot of promise. I am excited to see how our young team handles itself this season. We will be underdogs in most games but are setting out with something to prove. | Speed, and a lot of young talent | N/A | N/A | NA | N/A | N/A | |
464 | Rudyard Bulldogs | Billy | Mitchell | 21-12 / 225-114 | 4 | 7 Returning Starters / 8 returning pitchers including top 5 from last season | We are very excited for the 2022 season. We return a veteran lineup that has Final Four experience in basketball and in football, to go along with our Regional Final appearance for baseball in 2021. This group of athletes is no stranger to post season success, and embraces the grind. We return 7 of our 9 starters from 2021 along with our top 5 pitchers from the 2021 season. | Our biggest team strength is our senior leadership. We have a group of seniors that know what it takes to be successful. They embrace the grind, and have fun being together working hard to achieve goals they have set. Come Tournament time, we believe our pitching depth will be a strength in the D4 Postseason. | EJ Suggitt, Sr, 1B/RHP, All Conference / All District / All Region, Academic All State, 3 year starter, Spring Arbor Signee Tate Besteman, Sr, OF/RHP, All Conference / All District / All Region, 3 year starter Brett Mayer, Sr, OF/1B/LHP, All Conference / All District, 3 year starter Austin Warner, Sr, C/3B/OF, All Conference / All District, 2 year starter Cameron Peterson, So, C/ 3B, All Conference / All District, returning starter Aiden Bickel, So, SS/RHP, All District, returning starter Kallen Lawlor, So, RHP Returning Letter winner Eli Sprague, So, OF/RHP Returning Letter winner Jesse Zeeryp, Jr, 1B/OF Returning Letter winner Landen Mayer, So, RHP/2b Returning Letter winner Trevor Lamma, Jr, OF, Returning Letter winner | EJ Suggitt Brett Mayer | N/A | Cameron Peterson Aiden Bickel | Tanner Baker INF/C Aiden Pavlat LHP | |
465 | Vicksburg Bulldogs | Brian | Deal | 30-11/Unkown | 2 | 7/4 | I think we will be a very competitive team this year. We lost some good senior leadership who provided us with a lot of offense and pitching. We do however return several starters from a team that won our districts last year. We will have several players with multiple years of varsity experience to help us compete this season. | 1. pitching 2 defense 3 speed 4 Offense | 1.Tyler DeVries SS Sr 6'0' 185 R/R-4 year starter at shortstop, consistent defender 2.Dylan Zemitans P SR 6'3" 200 R/R -3 year starter. Will enter the season as #1 or #2 pitcher 3. Jimmy Cutshaw 5'10" 165 R/R -3 Year starter in the outfield 4.Cole Gebben 6'0' 200 R/R-2 year starter as Pitcher/Outfielder High 80s fastball 5. Logan Cohrs 5'10' 185 R/R -1 year starter as catcher. Starting catcher as a freshman. | Dylan Zemitans Jimmy Cutshaw Tyler DeVries | Cole Gebben | Logan Cohrs | ||
466 | Saline Hornets | Al | Zeiher | 26-10-1 / 56-17-1 | 1 | 3/5 | We can't wait to compete this spring. We feature an exciting schedule against some of the best teams in the midwest. This also includes playing in the SEC Red which should be one of the best leagues in the state from top to bottom. We have a great mix of players this spring. Returners who played in big games last spring to lean on with some younger players who are eager to play at the Varsity level. | Leadership | Bobby Butler - IF/P Sr. Lansing CC Commit 3 year starter .301 AVG 11 2Bs Braden LaRusso- OF/P Sr. .316 AVG Liam Yelsma- LHP Sr. Adrian College Commit 39 IP, 1.615 ERA, 36 SO, 6 BBs, 4-2 Aidan Carlson- RHP Sr. Northwood Commit 25 IP, .28 ERA, 35 SO Ian Balint- RHP/IF Sr. Giuseppe Gottfried- 1B Sr. Navy (Football Commit) .326 AVG 4 HRs Luke Masters- 1B Sr. Siena Heights (Football Commit) Sam Jane - LHP Sr. Sam Miller- IF/P Jr. Jackson Conley - C Jr. | Bob Butler Braden LaRusso Liam Yelsma Aidan Carlson Ian Balint Giuseppe Gottfried Luke Masters Same Jane | Sam Miller Jackson Conley | N/A | N/A | |
467 | Holland Christian Maroons | Scott | Mokma | 14-17 | 2 | 2 | I am excited to be coaching varsity baseball for the Maroons. Coach Jim Caserta led the Marrons to many championships from 2014-2021 and he leaves a tremendous legacy for this program to follow. We will have a young team this year, so I look forward to seeing how they can come together and accomplish team goals. | Defense will be our key. | Lucas Conklin, OF, Daniel Dykstra, SS/RHP- , Trevor Nagelkirk-LHP 1.94 ERA | N/A | Lucas Conklin, Daniel Dykstra, Trevor Nagelkirk, | Kyle Smith | Gavin DeBoer | |
468 | Dryden Cardinals | Martin | Barker | 5-13-1/5-13-1 | 4 | 7/3 | While 2021 was a challenging season, a strong foundation was established within our program that we are looking to build upon in 2022. With 8 returning players and an infusion of some young talent, our expectations are to at least double our win total and improve upon our 4th place league finish. | Leadership, competitiveness, passion for the game | 1) Dylan Ledford, SS/RHP, 2023, 6-3/170-lbs, R/R, 2 yr starter. Last Year Stats: .451 AVG, 6 2B, 15 RBI, 24 R, 10 SB. 4-5, 3.06 ERA, 90 K. 2) Marty Barker, OF, 5-11/150-lbs, R/R, 2 yr starter. Last Year Stats: .426 AVG, 5 2B, 1 HR, 6 RBI, 23 R, 11 SB. 3) Charlie Fliedner, C/2B, 5-8/140-lbs, R/R. Last Year Stats: .348 AVG, 3 2B, 17 RBI, 10 R, 3 SB. | Zack Lemke (transfer) | 1) Dylan Ledford, 2) Marty Barker | N/A | Owen Gall, Sonny Coscione | |
469 | Niles Vikings | Mike | Vota | 22-11 / 412-291-3 | 2 | 5/3 | Graduated most starters last year. Good young talent in the program needing varsity experience. | Defense | 1. Gage Vota, RHP, 2023, 6-4/180, R/R, starter as a sophomore, FB Velo 84-85 as a sophomore last year, 17 IP, 14 hits, 18 SO, 24 BB, 4.04 ERA, 2. Drew Racht, 3B/RHP, 2022, 5-10 / 190LBS R/R. 43 IP, 44 Hits, 41 SO, 7 BB, 1.94 ERA 3. Austin Bradley C, RHP, 2022, 6-3/185, R/R 4. Hunter Fazi 3B, RF, 2022, 5-10/ 170, R/R. 4. Talon Brawley SS/RHP, 2024, 5-8/165, R/R. | NA | Gage Vota | Talon Brawley | Sam Rucker | |
470 | Marshall Redhawks | Tom | Sharpley | 24-10 | 2 | 6/6 | Look to continue our streak of 5 straight conference championships | 1. Starting pitching 2. Defense 3. Depth | Isaac Stetler, LHP/OF, 2022 6-1 165-pounds R/L 3-year lettermen, Grand Rapids recruit Last Years Stats - 6-3, 2.046 ERA, 45 K, .228 BAA, 65 IP All Conference 1st team Killian Bies, 3B/C/UT 2023 5-11 190-pounds S/R 2-year lettermen Last Years Stats - .333 AVG, .514 OBP, .887 OPS, 22 R, 22 HBP All Conference HM Luke Holbrook, RHP/OF 2023 5-9 195-pounds R/R 2-year lettermen, Last Years Stats - .298 AVG, 15 RBI, 2-1 29 IP, 41 K, 1.448 ERA, .183 BAA All Conference HM Jesse Saldana, LHP/OF, 2023 6-1 180-pounds L/L 2-year lettermen, Last Years Stats - 4-1 2.032 ERA, 30 K, 20.2 IP, .173 BAA Gavin Spence, SS/P, 2024 5-11 160-pounds R/R 1-year lettermen, Last Years Stats - .319 AVG, 6 2B, 2 HR, 19 RBI, All Conference 1st team | Isaac Stetler | Killian Bies, Jesse Saldana, Luke Holbrook | Gavin Spence | N/A | |
471 | Escanaba Eskymos | Scott | Hanson | 23-7/ 59-26 | 2 | 4/4 | This will be the deepest our pitching staff has been in years. We have good senior leadership and the development of our sophomores will be a key for the season. | Starting pitching and Leadership | SR. Jared Hanson 6-3 200 Captain career 6-2 record , SR. Hunter Lancour 5-2 2.29 ERA .284 6 doubles 21 rbi 14 stolen bases , SO Ben Johnson .341 9 stolen bases | Jared Hanson-P Hunter Lancour-IF/P | Trent Lawson-OF | Ben Johnson-C , Bon LaChance IF/P | ||
472 | Niles-Brandywine | David | Sidenbender | 24-9/ 404-265 | 3 | 7/6 | Im excited about this team. We are as talented as we have been in a while at most all positions and I am looking forward to seeing us progress throughout the season. | 1. overall depth 2. experience 3. talent level | Jamier Palmer, inf, So., 6', 165, r/r, returning 1st team all state, stats-440ave, 12 2b, 5 3b, 1 hr, 29rbi, 40-41 sb Owen Hullett, inf/p, Jr, 6'1" 180, r/r, 333ave, 3 2b, 11rbi, 5-1, 1.40 era, 27k, 7bb | James Barnes | Owen Hullett jr | Jamier Palmer, Jaremiah Palmer | ||
473 | Grand Blanc Bobcats | Kevin | Hubbs | 33-11 | 1 | 5/7 | We have high expectations for ourselves this season | 1. Starting Pitching 2. Experience 3. Team Defense 4. Culture | David Lally RHP/SS 2022 (Notre Dame) Nathan Fidelino 3B/RHP 2024 (uncommitted) Hunter Ames UTL 2022 (Hope College) Nathan Helms RHP/IF 2022 (Northwood) Kyle Keener RHP/1B 2022 (Lansing CC) Braxton McVicar LHP 2022 (Albion) Dylan Bowen 2022 OF (Delta CC) Connor Cooper 2022 OF (Delta CC) Christian Magnee 2022 1B (Mid- Michigan CC) Travis Parsons 2023 2b (uncommitted) | David Lally RHP/SS 2022 (Notre Dame) Hunter Ames UTL 2022 (Hope College) Nathan Helms RHP/IF 2022 (Northwood) Kyle Keener RHP/1B 2022 (Lansing CC) Braxton McVicar LHP 2022 (Albion) Dylan Bowen 2022 OF (Delta CC) Connor Cooper 2022 OF (Delta CC) Christian Magnee 2022 1B (Mid- Michigan CC) | Travis Parsons Cole Mead 2023 OF/RHP | Nathan Fidelino Bryce O'Mara RHP | Trey Williams Chris Worley Nate Szcembara Liam Compton | |
474 | Parma Western Panthers | Russ | Gaston | 16-13 / 59-42 | 2 | 7/2 | With 7 starters and 2 top of the rotation arms coming back, we have high expectations within the I-8 and our District. | 1. Team Defense 2. Team Offense 3. Team Chemistry | Nolan Wheeler, INF/P, 2022, L/R, All-Region/All-Conference - .429, 5 2B, 4 3B, 2 HR Caden Oliver, C, 2023, R/R, All-District - .405, 5 2B, 2 3B | Nolan Wheeler | Caden Oliver Drew Braun C/INF, 2023, R/R - .318 AVE, .415 OBP | Jack LaPorte | N/A | |
475 | Grosse Pointe Woods University Liggett | Dan | Cimini | 31-5 (470-105) | 3 | 9/5 | We return all of our starters back from our State Championship team. I look forward to playing in the CHSL Central Division this Spring which is one of the toughest HS baseball divisions in the state. | 1. Experience 2.Pitching 3. Defense 4. Speed 5. Offense | 1.Kurt Barr 2022, RHP/INF, 6'4 190-pounds-Captain, University of Michigan signee 2. Matthew Greene 2022 OF/INF/P 5'10 185-pounds -Captain, R/R uncommitted. 3.Jarren Purify 2023, SS 185-pound-Captain, R/R University of Michigan commit. 4. Reggie Sharpe 2024 MIF 5'9 175-pounds, R/R University of Michigan commit. 5.Oliver Service 2023 C/OF 5'11 210-pounds, R/R University of Texas commit. 6. Jack Jones 2023 RHP/OF/1B, 6'4 215-pounds, R/R Michigan State University commit. 7.Ryan Jones 2023 OF/C/1B 6'4 215-pounds, R/R uncommitted. 8. Preston Barr 2024 3B/P/MIF 6'4 210-pounds, R/R uncommitted. 8. Joey Randazzo 2023 OF/MIF/P, 5'9 160-pound, R/R uncommitted. 9. Ryan Knaebel 2023 OF/P, 5'9 160-pounds,R/R uncommitted. 10. Jake Martin 2023 C, 5'11 200-pounds, R/R uncommitted. | Kurt Barr; Matthew Greene | Jarren Purify; Oliver Service; Jack Jones; Ryan Jones; Joey Randazzo; Jake Martin; Ryan Knaebel | Reggie Sharpe; Preston Barr | Blake Ilitch 2025 RHP | |
476 | Merrill Vandals | David | DeBeau | 376 - 590 | 4 | 0/0 | We had a strong JV team last season and looking for them to have strong season again in 2022. | We have a lot of guys who can play many different positions well. So pitching and defense should be our strong point. | Caden Fleming and Kaleb Walker both Jr's | None | Caden Fleming and Kaleb Walker | None | Ethan Mattson | |
477 | Vassar Vulcans | Jason | Hahn | 10-20-4 | 3 | 8/5 | Last year, we were extremely young, starting 6 underclassmen. I’m hoping that experience of playing at the varsity level will result in a far better season. We have a great core of players that will return and lead our team. | 1. Defense 2. Game knowledge | 1. Manee Mendham, P/3b, 2022, 5’8 155 lbs, R/R, 3 year starter, last year .360 BA, 35 r 18 rbi, 26 steals. 2. Nate Whitney, P/1b, 2023, 5’10 215 lbs, 2 year starter, .338 ave, .524 OBP 27 RBI 3. Dustin Henderson P/Util 2nd year starter, .299 ave, 17 rbi, 16 r | Manee Mendham | Nate Whitney, Dustin Henderson | Landon Gonzales | Trever Gleeson, Layton Cartner, Cheven Lesko | |
478 | Salem High School | John | Wright | 13-23 / 119-92 | 1 | 8/8 | I am very excited! Our players have been working very hard in the offseason. | 1. offense, 2. Leadership, 3. Defense | Robert Ahlgren 3b/RHP, Ben Cannon C/OF, Anthony Clements CF, Alex DeAngelis P, Lucas Dieffenbaugher SS, Dylan Fleming 2B, Owen Lundh 1B, Kyle Moran C, Avery Saterlee, OF/P, Garrett Southern P, Mark Szymanki P, Eric Sheppard Utility, P. | Anthony Clements, Dylan Fleming, Owen Lundh | Robert Ahlgren, Eric Sheppard, Ben Cannon, Luke Dieffenbaugher, | Aaron Pryce | N/A | |
479 | Kalamazoo Christian Comets | Jim | Deters | 18-15/76-54 | 4 | 2/3 | The Comets have a lot to replace after losing 8 seniors from the 2021 squad but with some key arms returning and some new faces to add depth, they are looking forward to another competitive season. With a tough schedule on the books, the young Comets with have to learn on the fly, but by state tournament time they will be battle tested and experienced. | 1. Starting pitching 2. Defense 3. Power 4. Position Player Depth | JJ Manion, SS/RHP, 2023, 6-2/170, R/R, 2-yr starter, PBR #63 in 2023 class. Last Year Stats - .326 AVG, 3 2B, 2 3B, 30 RBI, 31 R, 11 SB, Note: injured and not able to pitch, mostly DH Will Zuiderveen, OF/RHP, 2022, 6-1/190, R/R. Last Year Stats - .344 AVG, 8 2B, 13 RBI, 21 R, 8 SB Jake McClure, RHP/2B, 2022, 6-0/160, L/R. Last Year Stats - 4-2, 4.70 ERA, 19 K, 25.1 IP | Will Zuiderveen Jake McClure | JJ Manion Jacob Munson | N/A | Patrick Vance Reed Jonkman Carter Manion | |
480 | Swartz Creek Dragons | Nick | Bierman | New Head Coach | 1 | 5/4 | We will be placing a strong emphasis on our pitching and the defense. There will be many opportunities for players to step up and help solidify the pitching staff. I'm excited to start the season and begin working with this group to get better everyday and reach our fullest potential as a team. | Great leadership and off season commitment. | Ben McGhee-Britt 1B/RHP, Cameron Spencer IF/OF, Drew Shultz LHP/CF, Jackson Serges OF/RHP, Connor Cassavoy 1B/3B, Caleb Hall LHP/OF | Ben McGhee-Britt, Cameron Spencer | Drew Shultz, Carter Pyle SS/3B, Evan Lloyd C/3B | Ty Moleski OF, Mason Sears 3B/P, Carson Orvis LHP/OF, Andrew Booth RHP/OF, Gabe Britt IF | NA | |
481 | Midland Dow Chargers | Rich | Juday | 27-15 / 97-54 | 1 | 6/5 | We have some key players to replace from last year's final four team, but we will be very athletic and I like our underclassmen and what they will do to fill in those spaces left by such a talented 2021 squad. | 1. Speed 2. Leadership 3. Power 4. Defense 5. Pitching | 1. Jack Bakus, 3B/P, 2023, 6-6 225-pounds, L/R. 2 year starter, Interests from EMU, MSU, WMU. Starting QB on Football Team and heavily recruited, .405 AVG, 8 HR, 41 RBI. 2. Billy Van Sumeran, 1B,/P, 2022, 6-6 220-pounds, R/R. 2 year starter, looking to play professional hockey upon graduation. .356 AVG, 2 HR, 30 RBI. 3. Nolan Sanders, P/OF, 2022, 6-0 175-pounds, R/L, 2 year starter, attending Hope as a student/athlete. .345 AVG, 9 SB, 4.35 40 time, 3-2 pitching record with 3 saves. 4. Dan Kowalczyk, OF, 2022 6-0 190 pounds, R/R, 360 AVG, 2 HR, 24 RBI. 5. Jay Worsley, P/INF, 2022 6-1 180 pounds, L/R, 289 AVG, 1 HR, 13 RBI, 4-1 record with 2 saves. 6. Tom Biacagalupo, C/P/INF, 2023, 6-2 185 pounds, R/R, 402 AVG in limited action 2021. | Nolan Sanders, Bill VanSumeran | 1. Jack Bakus, 2. Tom Biacagalupo, 3. Joe Craig, OF/P, 6-4 200 pounds, L/R 4. Zack Parker, SS/P, 6-1 165 pounds, R/R 5. Ty Biacagalupo, P/INF/OF/C 6-3 185 pounds, R/R | NA | NA | |
482 | Traverse City West / Titans | Matt | Bocian | 27-12 / 324-149 | 1 | 5/4 | Very solid core group of players with a mix of young talented players who are coachable and willing to work hard. | Defense/Pitching | Wyatt Danilowicz - LHP - 2022 Sam Reynolds - INF - RHP - 2022 Gavin Brown - C - 2022 Ian Robertson - INF - 2023 | Wyatt Danilowicz - LHP - 2022 Sam Reynolds - INF - RHP - 2022 Gavin Brown - C - 2022 | Ian Robertson | Quinten Gilliespie - INF/RHP Jack Griffiths - RHP/OF Isaac Kelsey - OF/LHP Maverick Richard - RHP Mike Healy | Owen Hendrix - INF/RHP Caden Stoops - INF/RHP Brayden Popa - INF | |
483 | Essexville Garber Dukes | Jon | Jeczmionka | 26-13/255-104-4 | 2 | Tommy Szczepanski RHP/INF, Baise Millar RHP/INF/C, Micah Irrer C/DH, Colin Sacrider RHP/INF, Cam Rowley OF, Jack Day RHP/INF, Jack Mularz RHP/INF | We have plenty of returning talent and have added a few nice pieces to our 2022 squad. RHP Tommy Szczepanski (University of Michigan) is one of the top pitchers in the state and gives us a great chance to win whenever he's on the hill. Our pitching staff is deep and our conference & postseason hopes will come down to whoever steps up to be a bonafide #2. | Our strength lies in our returning players (10). We expect to be solid defensively with plenty of versatile players able to play multiple positions. | 1. Tommy Szczepanski - Sr. P/INF 1st Team All Conference, 2nd Team All State 4 year varsity player. 2. Micah Irrer - Sr. C/DH/INF 2nd Team All COnference, ALL District. Team leader in BA (451). 3. Blaise Millar - Sr. 1st team All Conference; can play all nine positions. Hit 374 last season. 4. Cam Rowley - Sr. 2nd Team All Conference OF. Hit 382 last season. 5. Jack Mularz - Sr. RHP/INF Hit 324 last year 6. Jack Day - Sr. INF/RHP Best defensive player on the squad last year | 1. Szczepanski 2. Millar 3. Irrer | 1. Landon Sella 2. Ethan Burrows | LHP 6'4" Max Fellows | ||
484 | Northville Mustangs | John | Kostrzewa | 18-16/417-128 | 1 | 5/6 | Excited to get the 2022 season rolling. We have a great group of hard working and dedicated players. It's a good balance of experienced players and new players that have a lot of potential. Individually and collectively there have been tremendous strides this offseason. | I think the overall chemistry and athleticism of the group. | Dante' Nori L/L..2024... outfielder Miss. St. Commit (Frosh starter) Josh Planko R/R ...2022...Pitcher/1B Macallester College Commit Matt Gorski L/L...2022..Pitcher/1B Gabe Clark R/R...2023.. Catcher Luke Brodde R/R...2022...Infielder Zach Jurcisin R/R...2022...Infielder Tyler Ross R/R..2022..Pitcher | Josh Planko Matt Gorski | Gabe Clark Cullen Foley Leo Miksitz | Joey Broughton Dante' Nori Evan Deak Carter Jurcisin Dominic Minghine Trevor Schueller Caden Besko Justin Brown | N/A | |
485 | Lincoln Park Railsplitters | Brian | Amorose | 18-18 | 1 | 7 returning starters | The 2022 season has the potential to go well if we stay healthy. Three quality starters at the top end of the rotation with quality defense behind us. We did lose two real quality hitters in the middle, but we are fast on the bases this year. | Starting pitching, speed. | Evan McIntyre Gavin Hampton Alvaro Hernandez | Evan McIntyre, Gavin Hampton, Alvaro Hernandez, Justin Maldonado | Nate Josepeit | John Baylin | Johnathan Mateo | |
486 | Ann Arbor Pioneer | Bob | Sullivan | 21-16 | 1 | 12/6 | The Pioneers return 12 players from last years District Championship team lead by '22 SS AJ Lewis (Ashland) '22 RHP Schuylar Byrn, '22 CF Cole Allen, '22 INF Noah Bernstein and '23 RHP/OF Julius Kass. The Pioneers will be an experienced team with an influx of talented Juniors and Sophomores expected to play roles during the 2022 season. '23 RHP Joey Wisniewski, '24 RHP/1B Nate Zumbrunnen and '24 RHP/C/SS Avery McEwen. | Leadership, Depth, Defense | AJ Lewis, SS, 22, 5'10, 175lbs R/R - 3 years Varsity player, Ashland commit. Schuylar Byrn, RHP, 22, 6'5 200lbs, R/R. Cole Allen, CF, 22, 5'10, 180lbs, R/R - 3 year starter | Schuylar Byrn, AJ Lewis, Cole Allen, Noah Bernstein, Kyler Heise | Julius Kass, Joey Wisniewski RHP | Avery McEwen RHP, C, SS, Nate Zumbrunnen RHP, 1B, Adam Adair SS, Tys Verhe-Henke RHP/OF | Elliott Pike LHP | |
487 | Oxford Wildcats | Dave | Herrick | 30-8, 102-113 | 1 | 5/5 | I believe our players have been working extremely hard this off season. They have become a very close knit group due to the tragedy we faced. The players know how important this season is for them and our community. | 1. Starting pitching, 2. Leadership, 3. Team Culture | 1. Tony Hatzigeorgiou, IF/RHP, 2022, 5' 11", 195, R/R, 2-year starter, team captain, 2021 All-District, Wayne State recruit, Lansing CC recruit. Last year stats- .420 AVG, 4 2B, 2 3B, 3 HR, 28 RBIs, 32 R, 16 SB 2. Brady Carpenter, OF/RHP, 2022, 6'1", 180, R/R, 4-year starter, 2 year captain, 2021 All-OAA, SVSU commit. Last year stats- .314 AVG, 9 2B, 1 3B, 1 HR, 22 RBIs, 36 R, 24 SB 3. Gavin Walters, C/RHP/3B/1B, 2022, 6'2", 205, R/R, 2-year starter, Lansing CC commit. Last year stats- 10 2B, 2 3B, 1 HR, 15 RBIs, 11 R, 4 wins, 52 K 4. Owen Schihl, 3B,C,RHP, 2023, 6'1" 215, 2-year starter, Davenport recruit,. Last year stats, 4-1, 0.62 ERA, 35 K, 5 BB | Tony Hatzigeorgiou, Brady Carpenter, Gavin Walters | Owen Schihl | Jay Cady | ||
488 | Walled Lake Northern Knights | Pete | Lamerato | 26-14/260-266 overall (121-77 at WLN) | 1 | 5/9 | Even though we graduated a large group after last season's district championship, we have a great group of juniors and seniors that are quite talented. We return 10 players who played last year and contributed to the varsity team as well as 9 experienced pitchers, including 3 of our top 4 starting pitchers return. Ty Stepek returns as one of the best players in the state of Michigan and will be expected to handle the pitching staff. Robbie Whelan returns after breaking many of our team records last season going 9-0 on the mound with 4 saves and a 1.53 ERA. | 1. Starting pitching and depth at catcher. 2. Strong defense and 3. Legitimate 9 man lineup that will score a lot of runs with power and contact 4. Team leadership and buy in to work together. | Ty Stepek, C, INF, P, 2022, 6-2/180-pounds, R/R, 3-year starter, team captain, Grand Valley State commit. Last year Stats: .444 AVG, 17 2B, 5 3B, 6 HR, 41 RBI, 42 R, 23 SB. Robbie Whelan, P/OF, 2022, 5-10/165-pounds, R/R, 2-year Varsity pitcher, team captain. Last Year Stats: 9-0, 1.53 ERA, 54K, 20 BB Nick Skiver, 2B/SS, 2022, 5-8/150-pounds, L/R, 2-year starter, team captain. Last Year Stats: .421 AVG, 10 2B, 2 3B, 22 RBI, 31 R, 21 SB | Ty Stepek, Robbie Whelan, Nick Skiver, Ashton Stants, P/OF, 2022, 6-3/185-pounds R/L, 2 year varsity player; Brady Beckstrom P/1B, 2022, 6-5/190-pounds, R/R, 2 year varsity; | Jonah Farabi, P/3B/SS, 2023, 5-10/160-pounds, R/R 2 year varsity. Jake Winn, P/1B, 2023, 6-1/220-pounds, R/R, 2 year varsity. Eric Rapp, SS/3B/P, 2023, 6-0/170-pounds, R/R, 2 year varsity. Adam Davis, 1B/OF/P, 2023, 6-0/190-pounds, L/L Nick McCormick, INF/P, 2023, 6-3/185-pounds, R/R | Samuel Korus, P/1B/3B/OF, 2024, 6-1/180-pounds, R/R Billy Helka, C/INF/OF/P, 2024, 5-10/160-pounds, R/R Nathan Ray, P/OF, 2024 6-3/165-pounds, R/R Noah Lamerato, SS/3B/2B/P, 5-9/145 pounds, R/R Anthony Estrada, 3B/SS/P, 6-0/155-pounds, R/R | N/A | |
489 | Wyandotte Bears | Brian | Cotner | 17-18 / 348-258 | 1 | 5 / 3 | The Bears have a lot returning and intend on contending for the league title. Led by Donavan Canterberry (Sr - Xavier) and Manny Gutierrez (Jr - uncommitted) on the mound, the pitching should be in good hands. Both will also lead the team with the bat. Tyler Kurdi (Jr), Keegan Rose (So), Jadn' McGowen (Fr) and Robbie Longoria (Sr) will be expected to have big roles and will be big factors in the success of Wyandotte. | 1. Leadership 2. Starting Pitching 3. Hitting 4. Defense | Donavan Canterberry, SS/P, 2022, 6-0/195, R/R, 4 yr starter, team captain, Xavier recruit. Last year stats - .317 AVG, 10 2B, 2 3B, 15 RBIs, 33 R, 30 SB. 6-4, 1.58 ERA, 68 K, 11 BB Manny Gutierrez, OF, P, 2023, 5-8/165, L/L, 3 yr starter, team captain, uncommitted. Last year stats - . 398 AVG, 12 2B, 1 3B, 28 RBIs, 20 R, 6 SB. 1-6, 3.86 ERA, 49 K, 29 BB | Donavan Canterberry Robbie Longoria Shawn DeLeon | Manny Gutierrez Tyler Kurdi Jason Pente | Keegan Rose | Jadn' McGowen | |
490 | East Jordan | Tom | Reid | 11-16/81-119-2 | 3 | 6/4 | With the strong leadership and talent we have returning, I believe this team can make a significant run through the state tournament and should compete for a conference title. | 1. Leadership 2. Starting Pitching 3. strong bats | 1. Thomas Reid III, SS/3B/RHP, 2022, 5'11", 185 lbs, L/R, 3-yr starter, All State HM 2021, team captain, Grand Rapids Community College commit, 2021 stats-.540 avg, 13 2B, 4 3B, 4 HR, 28 RBI, 20 runs, 9 SB, 5-3, 1.76 ERA, 1 save, 85 K, 27 BB 2. Ben Reid, C/1B, 2023, 6'1", 190 lbs, L/R, 2-yr starter, all conference 2021, 2021 stats- .328 AVG, 10 2B, 1 3B, 18 RBI, 6 runs 3. Kaleb Schroeder, 2B/RHP, 2022, 6'1", 155 lbs, R/R, 2-yr starter, team captain, Bay College CC commit, 2021 stats-.200 avg, 3 2B, 5 RBI, 11 runs, 9 SB, .455 OBP, 1-4, 8.70 ERA, 18 K, 19 BB 4. Dawson Carey, SS/RHP, 2023, 5'10", 170 lbs, R/R, 2-yr starter, 2021 stats-.232 AVG, 2 2B, 1 3B, 4 RBI, 18 runs, 10 SB, 1-3, 7.76 ERA, 16 K 5. Hayden Peck, CF, 2022, 5'9", 165 lbs, R/R, 2-yr starter, 2021 All conference HM, 2021 stats-.243 Avg, 2 2B, 1 3B, 1 HR, 2 RBI, 22 runs, 7 SB 6. Mason Malpass, 1B, 2022, 6'5", 185 lbs, L/L, 2-yr starter, 2021 all conference, 2021 stats-.315, 1 2B, 6 RBI, 11 runs, 9 SB | 1. Thomas Reid III 2. Kaleb Schroeder 3. Hayden Peck 4. Mason Malpass | 1. Ben Reid 2. Dawson Carey | 1. Lucas Stone | 1. Brenden Aenis 2. Eli Burns | |
491 | Zeeland West Dux | Adam | Locker | (33-9 / 189-119-1) | 1 | 5 / 4 | We have a team that plays hard and has a great time doing it. | Pitching | Josh Agar (LHP), Carter Hughes (RHP) | N/A | Josh Agar, Carter Hughes, Simon Moore | N/A | N/A | |
492 | Bloomfield Hills | Rich | Krentz | 0-0 | 1 | 5/3 | New Vision and New Era for Bloomfield Hills Blackhawks Baseball | New Coach with no background with this program. Unknown at this time | Aaron Martin, Robert Newlund, Shane Winter, Jack Boike, James Forner | See above | Jack Friesen, Rusty Oddo | Brandon Newlund | N/A | |
493 | Ludington Orioles | Evan | Kroeze | 22-11 | 2 | 6/5 | We are extremely excited about this years team. We have a great senior class of 6 that have built great culture within the program. This group has worked their tails off and are some of the highest character players I have been around during my 13 years of being part of Ludington Baseball. Obviously we still have a lot of work to do and have to prove it on the field, but we are ready for the opportunity. | 1.Character/Work Ethic 2. Defense 3. Speed 4. Hitting 5. Pitching | Stephen Weinert, C/OF, 2022, 3-year starter, captain, .459, 6 2B, 5 3B, 36 RS Gabe Hogenson, OF, 2022, 3 year starter, captain, .390, 26 RBI, 24 RS | Stephen Weinert Gabe Hogenson | N/A | Evan McCarthy, SS/OF, 2024, 2nd year as a starter, .355 average | ||
494 | Divine Child Falcons | Dan | Deegan | 16-18/82-76 | 2 | 4/4 | Team will be led by it's starting pitching and defense. | 1. Leadership, 2. Starting Pitching, 3. Experience | 1. Owen Avery, RHP/3B, '23, 6' 220 lbs, 3 year starter, team captain. Grand Valley recruit. .290 AVG. 5-4 W/L, 3.09 ERA, 114 k's, 59.3 IP 2. Jack Zang, LHP/1B, '23, 6'3, 210 lbs. 4 year varsity player. Has D1 offers. .303 AVG., 29 RBI, 6 2B. 3. Carson Sampson, CF, '23, 5'11, 160 lbs, 3 year varsity starter. 4. Bronson Pawson, RHP, '23, 5'9, 145 lbs. | 1. Owen Avery, RHP/3B, '23, 6' 220 lbs, 3 year starter, team captain. Grand Valley recruit. .290 AVG. 5-4 W/L, 3.09 ERA, 114 k's, 59.3 IP 2. Jack Zang, LHP/1B, '23, 6'3, 210 lbs. 4 year varsity player. Has D1 offers. .303 AVG., 29 RBI, 6 2B. 3. Tyler Kostora, C/2B, '24, 5'8, 180 lbs. 2 year varsity player. .300 AVG., 22 RBI. 4. Carson Sampson, CF, '23, 5'11, 160 lbs, 3 year varsity starter. | Tyler Kostora | Everette Shumaker, RHP/SS, 6'1, 180 lbs. | ||
495 | Notre Dame Prep | Jason | Gendreau | 25-9 / 35-17 | 2 | 3 / 2 | We will be a young team looking for regular season growth towards the post season | leadership, toughness, hungry | Luke Babich, RHP/OF. Michael Sadecki, RHP/C/IF | none | none | Owen Marks, LHP | Roman Cherfoli, SS | |
496 | Forest Hills Eastern Hawks | Ian | Hearn | 29-11 | 2 | 5/5 | The Hawks have a solid, talented, and experienced group back that have played a lot of baseball. The Team is Forest Hills Eastern's strength. | Chemistry, experience, and overall ability. | Evan Parks, SS/P, 2022, 6'3, 190, L/R signed with Butler. Leo Hearn, Catcher, 2022, 6'2.5", 215, L/R signed with Bowling Green. Jacob Pallo, P/INF, 2023, 6'2, 175, R/R uncommitted. Brian Messing, INF, 2022, 6'2, 165, R/R uncommitted. Ashton Feenstra, LHP, 2022, 6'4, 180, L/L uncommitted. Caleb Kuiper, RHP, 2022, 6'0, 180, R/R uncommitted. | Evan Parks, Leo Hearn, Brian Messing, Ashton Feenstra, Calen Kuiper, Iwan Sitalo | Jacob Pallo, Collin Fridsma, Mac DenBraber | Matt Stotts, Drew Patten | Brenden Thompson, Max Ferrick, James Dempsey, Max Jerow, Manel Conners, Landen Lindley | |
497 | Trenton Trojans | Todd | Szalka | 31-7 / 315-165-1 | 2 | 5/4 | Losing an MLB draft pick and a D1 arm to graduation is a tough task for any program to overcome. With 5 starters returning, multiple backup players from 2021 being ready to contribute, and players moving up from a 21-4 JV team that is reason for great optimism. There is no shortage of arms in the program, but it will take some time for the pitching pecking order to sort it's way out. In the meantime, Trenton returns All-Region catcher Brock Beaudrie (SR)and All-League outfielder Matt Cheatam (SR). Senior Nick Mator (7 wins), Junior Alex Stepaniak (4 wins), and Josh DeChane (SR) return on the hill with Juniors Joaquin Maldonado and Matt Jividen ready to leave their mark on the program. Senior Blake Brewer returns from an injury his junior year, and as a 6'3" lefty, he will get plenty of pitching opportunities. Newcomers Reece Omodio and Blake Boike, late season call-ups, will be called upon to step into bigger roles all over the diamond. The Trojans also return one of the MHSAA Tournament's hottest players, Senior Braylon Hughes, who will slide over from 2B to SS this season. | Team strength will be Baserunning, Leadership, and Knowledge of the Game. | SR: Brock Beaudrie C (Undecided) 2 year Captain, Matt Cheatam OF (Lansing CC), Nick Mator RHP/1B (Undecided), Braylon Hughes SS (Undecided) Alex Stepaniak RHP/1B '23 (Uncommitted), Joaquin Maldonado LHP/OF '23 (Uncommitted). Our stats are available on GameChanger, if you send me an email and request permission I will allow you access to those. | Brock Beaudrie, Matt Cheatam, Nick Mator, & Braylon Hughes | Alex Stepaniak, Joaquin Maldonado, Reece Omodio, and Blake Boike | Caleb Kidd LHP/OF and Zach Hitchcock LHP/OF | Aston Rooney | |
498 | Paw Paw Red Wolves | Derek | Vanderburg | 8-19-1 | 2 | 7/4 | Looking forward to a bounce back year. Return a core of young players who gained valuable playing experience last year. We have 2 plus arms at the top of our rotation who will keep us in games. If we make the routine plays this year, we will be a competitive team in our league. We are looking forward to an exciting season. | 1. Starting Pitching 2. Team Speed | Remi Hahn, 3B/RHP, 2023 Jake Hindenach INF/RHP, 2024 Joe Miller INF/OF, 2023 Cullen Sylvester OF/P, 2022 Brayden Pease OF/P, 2022 Jacob Major C, 2024 Matthew Hartman OF, 2023 | Brayden Pease Cullen Sylvester | Remi Hahn Joe Miller Matthew Hartman Nick Boyd | Jake Hindenach Jacob Major | N/A | |
499 | Troy Colts | Tim | Mullen | 19-17 | 1 | 5 / 7 | We should pitch and field well as we return our entire IF and our top 3 pitchers. Our lineup will be the question mark as we lost 4 big bats. | Pitching | Austin Cicerone, SS/P, 6-0/190 pounds, Jr, two year starter. Last Year .394 AVG, 12 2B, 1 3B, 2 HR, 25 RBI, 39 R, 15 SB, 3.4 ERA, 39K, 10 BB, 43 inn | N/A | Austin Cicerone | N/A | N/A | |
500 | Ionia Bulldogs | Jason | Lundstrom | 15-23 | 2 | 5/6 | Looking forward to competing and playing. We're very excited to see how our players respond to good competition. | 1. Depth in pitching 2. Team Speed 3. Hitting | Ethan Bowen P, Jr., Kane Lundstrom Of, P, Jr., Danny McCoy P, C, Jr. Tanner Gregory Sr. Of | Tanner Gregory Sr. Austin Hillabrandt Sr., AJ Castillo Sr. | Ethan Bowen Jr., Kane Lundstrom Jr., Danny McCoy Jr. | Carter Castillo, Tyson McDiarmid, Alex Barr move in, Matt McCoy | N/A | |
501 | Carrollton Cavaliers | Eric | Dalton | 8-23/0-0 | 2 | 6/3 | We are going to be a young squad, as far as experience goes, but I'm excited about our group as they are building and getting better each day to compete at the highest level. | 1. Defense 2. Young Arms 3. Team chemistry | Sophomore Grant Wood CF/SS | Andrew Johnson | Nicolas Olivarez | Grant Wood, Cody Sanada, Hunter Enos | N/A | |
502 | Grand Ledge High School Comets | Grant | Householder | 37-3 / 37-3 | 1 | 5/5 | We lose experience and veteran leadership, but we bring back a deep roster. Senior Cole Mance is returning all-conference and all-district pitcher that should lead a deep pitching staff. Senior Thomas Kerrigan and Junior Caleb Estrada return for year two, leading a versatile lineup, that features speed, power and fundamentals. Senior Nathan Droste (Olivet College) is an extremely versatile two-way player. Senior Owen Smith (Olivet College) will be one of the top outfielders in the area. With the expectation of the deep Senior class and Junior talent to compete, we are poised to have another extremely successful spring. | 1. Starting Pitching 2. Team Defense 3. Versatility 4. Continuity 5. Coaching | 1. Caleb Estrada, SS, JR, 6'2, 205, R/R, Honorable Mention All-Conference 2. Nathan Droste, MINF, SR, 5'10, 165, R/R, Honorable Mention All-Conference (Olivet College) 3. Cole Mance, INF/P, SR, 5'11, 185, R/R, All-Conference, All-District 4. Thomas Kerrigan, OF/1B, SR, 6'0, 180, L/R, Honorable Mention All-Conference 5. Owen Smith, OF, SR, 6'0, 170, R/R, (Olivet College) | Nathan Droste (Olivet College) Thomas Kerrigan Owen Smith (Olivet College) Carson Winans, P, 6'1, 175, L/L | Caleb Estrada Andrew Konieczny, 1B/OF/LHP, 6'4, 200, L/L Nathan Roskamp, P, 6'0, 160, R/R Leo Lake, C, 5'6, 140, R/R | Noah McCartney, OF/INF, 5'6, 150, R/R Andrew Deibel, C/INF/P, 5'11, 155, R/R Alex Cornman, OF/1B/P, 6'0, 160, R/R Lucas Caterino, 1B/P, 6'0, R/R | Preston Bohnet, INF/C/P Kyle Smith, INF/OF/P | |
503 | Beal City High School - Aggies | Steve | Pickens | 31-3 | 4 | WADE WILSON /PITCHER ,OF , BRENDAN MARTIN /P ,INF, KONNOR WILSON /P, OF , KAIDAN ANDREWS /P, SS, HUNTER MILES /P, OF, CAYDEN SMITH /P, INF, JOSH WILSON /P, BRAYDEN HAYNES /P,C,INF | WE HAVE A GEAT CORE OF RETURNERS FROM LAST YEAR, ALL PLAYERS RETURNING THIS YEAR HAVE HAD VARSITY EXPERIENCE, 5 WITH 4 YEAR EXPERIENCE. HOPE TO REPEAT AS HIGHLAND CONF. CHAMPS AND MAKE A FURTHER RUN FOR A STATE TITLE | 1 BASEBALL KNOWLEDGE, 2 PITCHING, 3 DEFENSE, 4 HITTING, 5 WORK ETHIC | WADE WILSON P,OF, 12TH, 5' 9" 175 lbs.?, B=R, T=R ALL STATE 1ST TEAM, ALL CONFERENCE, ALL AREA last year 4 yr varsity player, last year 386 ave., 24 RBI tied team lead, 7 sb, 6-3 pitching 1.024 ERA BRENDAN MARTIN, P 1ST, 12TH, 6 5" 180 lbs. ? B=R,T=R ALL STATE 2ND TEAM, ALL CONFERENCE, ALL AREA last year 4 yr varsity player. last year 8-0 with 1 save pitching, ERA 1.024. strike out ave per inning 1.29, only walked 4 batter all season BRAYDEN HAYNES, C, INF,OF, 12TH 6'2" 200 lbs.? B=R, T=R, ALL STATE 2ND TEAM, ALL CONFERENCE, ALL AREA last year 4 year varsity player. last year 493 ave. 8 doubles 2 triples, 7 sb KAIDAN ANDREWS, SS, P, 12TH 5'8" 150lbs=R,T=R, ALL STATE 2ND TEAM, ALL CONFERENCE, ALL AREA last year, 4 year varsity player Last year 404 ave., 20 sb team lead, 18 RBI ( lead off hitter) 10 doubles, 1 triple, 1 HR.; 2 -0 with 1 save pitching HUNTER MILES, P,OF, 12TH, 5'9", 165 lbs. ? B=R,T=R last year 439 ave. 2=0 pitching KONNOR WILSON P,OF, 12TH, 6'0" 150 lbs.? B=R,T=R 4 year varsity player. 4-0 pitching CAIDEN SMITH, INF, P, 10TH, 5'7" 140 lbs. ? Last year 316 ave. JOSH WILSON, P,INF, 10TH, 6'3" 205 lbs.?? Last year (limited action) 273 ave JAKE GAUTHIER, C , 10TH 5'5 135 lbs.??? T=R,B=R, 375 AVE | KAIDAN ANDREWS, BRAYDEN HAYNES, BRENDAN MARTIN, WADE WILSON, KONNOR WILSON, HUNTER MILES | -0- ONLY ONE JR IN PROGRAM OUT WITH KNEE INJURY | CAYDEN SMITH, JOSH WILSON, JAKE GAUTHIER | ?????? AT THIS TIME... | |
504 | West Bloomfield Lakers | Josh | Birnberg | 25-15 | 1 | 7/4 | Very excited to build off of last year’s success. We have a lot of really good kids and equally as good players. They are hungry and ready to compete. | Pitching, competitiveness | Matt Fountain, 1B/OF/RHP, 2022 LCC Commit, Tyler Allos OF, 2022 Schoolcraft Commit Josh Weiss RHP/3B Schoolcraft Commit Adrian Epps OF/RHP 2023 top 50 on PBR Logan Pikur RHP/OF 2023 CMU Commit Max Bowers 2023 MIF Brody Pikur RHP/OF 2025 | Matthew Fountain , Tyler Allos, Josh Weiss, Wes Govier | Logan Pikur, Adrian Epps, Max Bowers | NA | Brody Pikur | |
505 | Hackett Catholic Prep | Smiley | Verduzco | 31-9/31-9 | 4 | 6/5 | The team is ready to compete for a State Title again. | 1. Culture 2. Upperclassmen leadership 3. Athleticism | Brenden Collins 6'1" 180 Sr. OF/P 1st Team All-State, .537 Avg. 17 2B, 58 RBI; Nick Verduzco 6'2" 185 Jr. SS 2nd Team All-State, .421 Avg. 13 2B, 54 R; Isaac Backman 5'11" 170 Sr. OF/P .361 Avg. 36 R, 25 SB; Eli Backman 5'8" 150 Soph. 2B .330 Avg, 26 RBI; Patrick Ogrin 5'10" 160 Jr. OF .413 Avg., 20 R; Chris Bullard 6'0" 170 Sr. P 3-0, 4 saves, 3.50 ERA | Brenden Collins, Isaac Backman, Chris Bullard | Nick Verduzco | Eli Backman, Andrew Rann | Preston Cosby, Brooks Basler, Noah Emmer | |
506 | St. Joseph Michigan Lutheran Titans | Cale | Pauley | 19-8 / 47-42 | 4 | 3/3 | We return 3 of our top arms from last season. Although we lost a great senior class I’m looking forward to this group and some of the young talent we have. | 1. Pitching depth. 2. Returning infield depth. 3. Baseball IQ | 1. Jackson Anderson, SS/P, 2023, R/R. 1st Team All Conference. All-Region Infielder. Last year stats- .446 AVG, 9 2B, 1 3B, 25 RBI, 33 R, 29 SB. 3-1 2 SV, 36 K, 29.2 IP. 2. Josh Tahaney, 2022, 3B/P, All-District Pitcher. Last year stats- 5-3 1 SV, 23 K, 45.2 IP. .264 AVG, 19 RBI. 3. Adam Conrad, 1B/P, 2023. .250 AVG, 1 2B, 9 RBI. 1-0, 8 k, 5 IP. | Josh Tahaney | Jackson Anderson, Adam Conrad | Jared DeWeerd OF/P | Ty Johnson INF/P. Micah Herbst OF/P. Colton Stegman C. Ben Liebech INF/P | |
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608 | Test | Alex | Schillig | Test | 1 | Test | Test | Test | Test | Test | Test | Test | Test | |
609 | Tecumseh Indians | Tom | Bullinger | 26-8/325-174 | 2 | none | Going to have to fill some holes, especially on the mound. There will be opportunities for younger players to be brought up to varsity to pitch. May be a revolving door. We have a few guys returning that play multiple positions and are good hitters. Looking for them to step up and be leaders. | 1. Defense, where many players can play multiple positions, 2. Hitting. | Seth Austin, INF, 2022, 5'10, R/R, 2 year starter, Spring Arbor recruit Jacob Burns, INF, 2023, 6'2, R/R | Seth Austin | Jacob Burns | Max Bledsoe, C, 5'11 | ||
610 | Cheboygan High School | Kevin | Baller | 24-12-1/291-241-3 | 2 | 8/3 | Great group of returning players. Should compete for a conference and district crown. | Starting Pitching, Strong Leadership | Daniel Wilcome, OF/LHP Saginaw Valley Recruit. Last year stats-.468 avg, 7 2B, 3 3B, 2 HR, 19 SB, 32 RBI. Henry Stempky, SS/RHP Last year stats .383, 9 2B, 3 3B, 22 RBI, 23 SB Honorable Mention All-State. Tyler Balazovic, SS/2B/RHP Last year stats .415, 8 2B, 28 RBI. Dylan Balazovic, C Soph Last year stats .340, 17 RBI | Daniel Wilcome Henry Stempky | N/A | Dylan Balazovic | ||
611 | Lamphere Rams | Adam | Wooley | 23-5/ 350-212 | 2 | 6/4 | "After two straight league championships, this will be a transitional year. Despite losing 5 quality players to college programs, we have a solid base which should allow us to contend for the MAC Gold again this season." | 1. Defense; 2. Offensive production; 3. Good exemplary leaders | 1. Nick Krstich, C, 2022; 6-1, 195#, R/R 4-year starter; team captain; signed with Grand Valley State .375 AVG, 11 2B, 2 HR, 21 RBI, 31 R, 14 SB 32% Throw out. 2. Amare Curran, R/R CF 2023, 6-3 175# .333, 5 2B, 12 RBI, 14 R, 13 SB. 3. Noah Atherholt, SS, 2023, 5-9, 165# R/R .410 AVG, 3 2B, 23 RBI, 18 R, 5 SB. 4. Aidan McGinnis RHP, 2023, 6'0, 195# 7-1 W-L, 3.39 ERA | Nick Krstich; Aidan McGinnis; Drew Webster, L/R 1B-3B | Noah Atherholt; Amare Curran; Jamison Ross R/R C-OF | N/A | N/A | |
612 | Grosse Pointe South Blue Devils | Dan | Griesbaum | 20-13-1 | 1 | Wells Graham-RHP, Inf., Alex Tigges-C, Cliff Grabowski-C, Quentin Dennis -RHP, Chase Mazey-RHP, Robbie Leonard-RHP, River Kraus-OF, | We have most of our starting pitching back in Wells Graham, Quentin Dennis, Chase Mazey, and Robbie Leonard. Graham and Tigges were All MAC RED, Mazey and Leonard had very good summers and have improved velocity greatly since 2021. Our J.V. won the MAC RED and will provide great help in the field especially. Our frosh were 28-4. | Our starting pitching will be our strength definitely. We are strong behind the plate as well with both catchers returning, Alex Tigges and Ben Domzalski. We will have good speed as well, especially in the OF, and will be very good defensively. We will need to replace 2 All-MAC players Ryker Mazey-SS, now playing at Albion, and Jacob Harris who will play at John’s Hopkins next fall. They were our 3rd and 4th hitters. | Wells Graham-Junior, RHP, SS, .397, 9-2B, 3HR, 27 RBI, 4-1, 2.80 ERA, 4-0, 1.82 in MAC RED, 2nd in MVP voting in MAC RED as a soph. Alex Tigges-C, Sr., lead off hitter, .400, .514 OBA, 22 SB, 32 Runs, All MAC RED, D III schools interested. Quentin Dennis-Sr., RHP, 3-2, 3.44 ERA, 3-1, MAC RED, 2.48 ERA, not committed yet Robbie Leonard-Sr., RHP, 3-2, 3.84 ERA, Adrian commit Chase Mazey, RHP, Junior, threw 28 innings last year with 25 K’s but has been in a velocity improvement program and is throwing mid-upper 80’s now. Cliff Grabowski-Jr., OF, .314, .390 OBA River Kraus-Sr., OF, .245, .373 OBA Cam Braithwaite, Sr., OF, RHP, .282, 13 RBI Jonathan Drake-Sr., RHP, 1B, .333 Ave., 3-0, 4.03 ERA We will have several JV players from last year who will compete for starting roles as well as some non-starters from last years varsity. | Alex Tigges, Quentin Dennis, Robbie Leonard, Jonathan Drake, River Kraus, Cam Braithwaite | Wells Graham-RHP, INF., Chase Mazey, RHP, INF, Ben Domzalski-C, Ben Frakes-OF, Connor Stafford, INF, RHP | Hunter Belanger-1B, Joey Michelotti-INF | NA | |
613 | Fowlerville Gladiators | Colin | Boak | First Year Coaching/ 0-0 | 2 | 2/1 | We are a very young program, with a lot of promise. I am excited to see how our young team handles itself this season. We will be underdogs in most games but are setting out with something to prove. | Speed, and a lot of young talent | N/A | N/A | NA | N/A | N/A | |
614 | Rudyard Bulldogs | Billy | Mitchell | 21-12 / 225-114 | 4 | 7 Returning Starters / 8 returning pitchers including top 5 from last season | We are very excited for the 2022 season. We return a veteran lineup that has Final Four experience in basketball and in football, to go along with our Regional Final appearance for baseball in 2021. This group of athletes is no stranger to post season success, and embraces the grind. We return 7 of our 9 starters from 2021 along with our top 5 pitchers from the 2021 season. | Our biggest team strength is our senior leadership. We have a group of seniors that know what it takes to be successful. They embrace the grind, and have fun being together working hard to achieve goals they have set. Come Tournament time, we believe our pitching depth will be a strength in the D4 Postseason. | EJ Suggitt, Sr, 1B/RHP, All Conference / All District / All Region, Academic All State, 3 year starter, Spring Arbor Signee Tate Besteman, Sr, OF/RHP, All Conference / All District / All Region, 3 year starter Brett Mayer, Sr, OF/1B/LHP, All Conference / All District, 3 year starter Austin Warner, Sr, C/3B/OF, All Conference / All District, 2 year starter Cameron Peterson, So, C/ 3B, All Conference / All District, returning starter Aiden Bickel, So, SS/RHP, All District, returning starter Kallen Lawlor, So, RHP Returning Letter winner Eli Sprague, So, OF/RHP Returning Letter winner Jesse Zeeryp, Jr, 1B/OF Returning Letter winner Landen Mayer, So, RHP/2b Returning Letter winner Trevor Lamma, Jr, OF, Returning Letter winner | EJ Suggitt Brett Mayer | N/A | Cameron Peterson Aiden Bickel | Tanner Baker INF/C Aiden Pavlat LHP | |
615 | Vicksburg Bulldogs | Brian | Deal | 30-11/Unkown | 2 | 7/4 | I think we will be a very competitive team this year. We lost some good senior leadership who provided us with a lot of offense and pitching. We do however return several starters from a team that won our districts last year. We will have several players with multiple years of varsity experience to help us compete this season. | 1. pitching 2 defense 3 speed 4 Offense | 1.Tyler DeVries SS Sr 6'0' 185 R/R-4 year starter at shortstop, consistent defender 2.Dylan Zemitans P SR 6'3" 200 R/R -3 year starter. Will enter the season as #1 or #2 pitcher 3. Jimmy Cutshaw 5'10" 165 R/R -3 Year starter in the outfield 4.Cole Gebben 6'0' 200 R/R-2 year starter as Pitcher/Outfielder High 80s fastball 5. Logan Cohrs 5'10' 185 R/R -1 year starter as catcher. Starting catcher as a freshman. | Dylan Zemitans Jimmy Cutshaw Tyler DeVries | Cole Gebben | Logan Cohrs | ||
616 | Saline Hornets | Al | Zeiher | 26-10-1 / 56-17-1 | 1 | 3/5 | We can't wait to compete this spring. We feature an exciting schedule against some of the best teams in the midwest. This also includes playing in the SEC Red which should be one of the best leagues in the state from top to bottom. We have a great mix of players this spring. Returners who played in big games last spring to lean on with some younger players who are eager to play at the Varsity level. | Leadership | Bobby Butler - IF/P Sr. Lansing CC Commit 3 year starter .301 AVG 11 2Bs Braden LaRusso- OF/P Sr. .316 AVG Liam Yelsma- LHP Sr. Adrian College Commit 39 IP, 1.615 ERA, 36 SO, 6 BBs, 4-2 Aidan Carlson- RHP Sr. Northwood Commit 25 IP, .28 ERA, 35 SO Ian Balint- RHP/IF Sr. Giuseppe Gottfried- 1B Sr. Navy (Football Commit) .326 AVG 4 HRs Luke Masters- 1B Sr. Siena Heights (Football Commit) Sam Jane - LHP Sr. Sam Miller- IF/P Jr. Jackson Conley - C Jr. | Bob Butler Braden LaRusso Liam Yelsma Aidan Carlson Ian Balint Giuseppe Gottfried Luke Masters Same Jane | Sam Miller Jackson Conley | N/A | N/A | |
617 | Holland Christian Maroons | Scott | Mokma | 14-17 | 2 | 2 | I am excited to be coaching varsity baseball for the Maroons. Coach Jim Caserta led the Marrons to many championships from 2014-2021 and he leaves a tremendous legacy for this program to follow. We will have a young team this year, so I look forward to seeing how they can come together and accomplish team goals. | Defense will be our key. | Lucas Conklin, OF, Daniel Dykstra, SS/RHP- , Trevor Nagelkirk-LHP 1.94 ERA | N/A | Lucas Conklin, Daniel Dykstra, Trevor Nagelkirk, | Kyle Smith | Gavin DeBoer | |
618 | Dryden Cardinals | Martin | Barker | 5-13-1/5-13-1 | 4 | 7/3 | While 2021 was a challenging season, a strong foundation was established within our program that we are looking to build upon in 2022. With 8 returning players and an infusion of some young talent, our expectations are to at least double our win total and improve upon our 4th place league finish. | Leadership, competitiveness, passion for the game | 1) Dylan Ledford, SS/RHP, 2023, 6-3/170-lbs, R/R, 2 yr starter. Last Year Stats: .451 AVG, 6 2B, 15 RBI, 24 R, 10 SB. 4-5, 3.06 ERA, 90 K. 2) Marty Barker, OF, 5-11/150-lbs, R/R, 2 yr starter. Last Year Stats: .426 AVG, 5 2B, 1 HR, 6 RBI, 23 R, 11 SB. 3) Charlie Fliedner, C/2B, 5-8/140-lbs, R/R. Last Year Stats: .348 AVG, 3 2B, 17 RBI, 10 R, 3 SB. | Zack Lemke (transfer) | 1) Dylan Ledford, 2) Marty Barker | N/A | Owen Gall, Sonny Coscione | |
619 | Niles Vikings | Mike | Vota | 22-11 / 412-291-3 | 2 | 5/3 | Graduated most starters last year. Good young talent in the program needing varsity experience. | Defense | 1. Gage Vota, RHP, 2023, 6-4/180, R/R, starter as a sophomore, FB Velo 84-85 as a sophomore last year, 17 IP, 14 hits, 18 SO, 24 BB, 4.04 ERA, 2. Drew Racht, 3B/RHP, 2022, 5-10 / 190LBS R/R. 43 IP, 44 Hits, 41 SO, 7 BB, 1.94 ERA 3. Austin Bradley C, RHP, 2022, 6-3/185, R/R 4. Hunter Fazi 3B, RF, 2022, 5-10/ 170, R/R. 4. Talon Brawley SS/RHP, 2024, 5-8/165, R/R. | NA | Gage Vota | Talon Brawley | Sam Rucker | |
620 | Marshall Redhawks | Tom | Sharpley | 24-10 | 2 | 6/6 | Look to continue our streak of 5 straight conference championships | 1. Starting pitching 2. Defense 3. Depth | Isaac Stetler, LHP/OF, 2022 6-1 165-pounds R/L 3-year lettermen, Grand Rapids recruit Last Years Stats - 6-3, 2.046 ERA, 45 K, .228 BAA, 65 IP All Conference 1st team Killian Bies, 3B/C/UT 2023 5-11 190-pounds S/R 2-year lettermen Last Years Stats - .333 AVG, .514 OBP, .887 OPS, 22 R, 22 HBP All Conference HM Luke Holbrook, RHP/OF 2023 5-9 195-pounds R/R 2-year lettermen, Last Years Stats - .298 AVG, 15 RBI, 2-1 29 IP, 41 K, 1.448 ERA, .183 BAA All Conference HM Jesse Saldana, LHP/OF, 2023 6-1 180-pounds L/L 2-year lettermen, Last Years Stats - 4-1 2.032 ERA, 30 K, 20.2 IP, .173 BAA Gavin Spence, SS/P, 2024 5-11 160-pounds R/R 1-year lettermen, Last Years Stats - .319 AVG, 6 2B, 2 HR, 19 RBI, All Conference 1st team | Isaac Stetler | Killian Bies, Jesse Saldana, Luke Holbrook | Gavin Spence | N/A | |
621 | Escanaba Eskymos | Scott | Hanson | 23-7/ 59-26 | 2 | 4/4 | This will be the deepest our pitching staff has been in years. We have good senior leadership and the development of our sophomores will be a key for the season. | Starting pitching and Leadership | SR. Jared Hanson 6-3 200 Captain career 6-2 record , SR. Hunter Lancour 5-2 2.29 ERA .284 6 doubles 21 rbi 14 stolen bases , SO Ben Johnson .341 9 stolen bases | Jared Hanson-P Hunter Lancour-IF/P | Trent Lawson-OF | Ben Johnson-C , Bon LaChance IF/P | ||
622 | Niles-Brandywine | David | Sidenbender | 24-9/ 404-265 | 3 | 7/6 | Im excited about this team. We are as talented as we have been in a while at most all positions and I am looking forward to seeing us progress throughout the season. | 1. overall depth 2. experience 3. talent level | Jamier Palmer, inf, So., 6', 165, r/r, returning 1st team all state, stats-440ave, 12 2b, 5 3b, 1 hr, 29rbi, 40-41 sb Owen Hullett, inf/p, Jr, 6'1" 180, r/r, 333ave, 3 2b, 11rbi, 5-1, 1.40 era, 27k, 7bb | James Barnes | Owen Hullett jr | Jamier Palmer, Jaremiah Palmer | ||
623 | Grand Blanc Bobcats | Kevin | Hubbs | 33-11 | 1 | 5/7 | We have high expectations for ourselves this season | 1. Starting Pitching 2. Experience 3. Team Defense 4. Culture | David Lally RHP/SS 2022 (Notre Dame) Nathan Fidelino 3B/RHP 2024 (uncommitted) Hunter Ames UTL 2022 (Hope College) Nathan Helms RHP/IF 2022 (Northwood) Kyle Keener RHP/1B 2022 (Lansing CC) Braxton McVicar LHP 2022 (Albion) Dylan Bowen 2022 OF (Delta CC) Connor Cooper 2022 OF (Delta CC) Christian Magnee 2022 1B (Mid- Michigan CC) Travis Parsons 2023 2b (uncommitted) | David Lally RHP/SS 2022 (Notre Dame) Hunter Ames UTL 2022 (Hope College) Nathan Helms RHP/IF 2022 (Northwood) Kyle Keener RHP/1B 2022 (Lansing CC) Braxton McVicar LHP 2022 (Albion) Dylan Bowen 2022 OF (Delta CC) Connor Cooper 2022 OF (Delta CC) Christian Magnee 2022 1B (Mid- Michigan CC) | Travis Parsons Cole Mead 2023 OF/RHP | Nathan Fidelino Bryce O'Mara RHP | Trey Williams Chris Worley Nate Szcembara Liam Compton | |
624 | Parma Western Panthers | Russ | Gaston | 16-13 / 59-42 | 2 | 7/2 | With 7 starters and 2 top of the rotation arms coming back, we have high expectations within the I-8 and our District. | 1. Team Defense 2. Team Offense 3. Team Chemistry | Nolan Wheeler, INF/P, 2022, L/R, All-Region/All-Conference - .429, 5 2B, 4 3B, 2 HR Caden Oliver, C, 2023, R/R, All-District - .405, 5 2B, 2 3B | Nolan Wheeler | Caden Oliver Drew Braun C/INF, 2023, R/R - .318 AVE, .415 OBP | Jack LaPorte | N/A | |
625 | Grosse Pointe Woods University Liggett | Dan | Cimini | 31-5 (470-105) | 3 | 9/5 | We return all of our starters back from our State Championship team. I look forward to playing in the CHSL Central Division this Spring which is one of the toughest HS baseball divisions in the state. | 1. Experience 2.Pitching 3. Defense 4. Speed 5. Offense | 1.Kurt Barr 2022, RHP/INF, 6'4 190-pounds-Captain, University of Michigan signee 2. Matthew Greene 2022 OF/INF/P 5'10 185-pounds -Captain, R/R uncommitted. 3.Jarren Purify 2023, SS 185-pound-Captain, R/R University of Michigan commit. 4. Reggie Sharpe 2024 MIF 5'9 175-pounds, R/R University of Michigan commit. 5.Oliver Service 2023 C/OF 5'11 210-pounds, R/R University of Texas commit. 6. Jack Jones 2023 RHP/OF/1B, 6'4 215-pounds, R/R Michigan State University commit. 7.Ryan Jones 2023 OF/C/1B 6'4 215-pounds, R/R uncommitted. 8. Preston Barr 2024 3B/P/MIF 6'4 210-pounds, R/R uncommitted. 8. Joey Randazzo 2023 OF/MIF/P, 5'9 160-pound, R/R uncommitted. 9. Ryan Knaebel 2023 OF/P, 5'9 160-pounds,R/R uncommitted. 10. Jake Martin 2023 C, 5'11 200-pounds, R/R uncommitted. | Kurt Barr; Matthew Greene | Jarren Purify; Oliver Service; Jack Jones; Ryan Jones; Joey Randazzo; Jake Martin; Ryan Knaebel | Reggie Sharpe; Preston Barr | Blake Ilitch 2025 RHP | |
626 | Merrill Vandals | David | DeBeau | 376 - 590 | 4 | 0/0 | We had a strong JV team last season and looking for them to have strong season again in 2022. | We have a lot of guys who can play many different positions well. So pitching and defense should be our strong point. | Caden Fleming and Kaleb Walker both Jr's | None | Caden Fleming and Kaleb Walker | None | Ethan Mattson | |
627 | Vassar Vulcans | Jason | Hahn | 10-20-4 | 3 | 8/5 | Last year, we were extremely young, starting 6 underclassmen. I’m hoping that experience of playing at the varsity level will result in a far better season. We have a great core of players that will return and lead our team. | 1. Defense 2. Game knowledge | 1. Manee Mendham, P/3b, 2022, 5’8 155 lbs, R/R, 3 year starter, last year .360 BA, 35 r 18 rbi, 26 steals. 2. Nate Whitney, P/1b, 2023, 5’10 215 lbs, 2 year starter, .338 ave, .524 OBP 27 RBI 3. Dustin Henderson P/Util 2nd year starter, .299 ave, 17 rbi, 16 r | Manee Mendham | Nate Whitney, Dustin Henderson | Landon Gonzales | Trever Gleeson, Layton Cartner, Cheven Lesko | |
628 | Salem High School | John | Wright | 13-23 / 119-92 | 1 | 8/8 | I am very excited! Our players have been working very hard in the offseason. | 1. offense, 2. Leadership, 3. Defense | Robert Ahlgren 3b/RHP, Ben Cannon C/OF, Anthony Clements CF, Alex DeAngelis P, Lucas Dieffenbaugher SS, Dylan Fleming 2B, Owen Lundh 1B, Kyle Moran C, Avery Saterlee, OF/P, Garrett Southern P, Mark Szymanki P, Eric Sheppard Utility, P. | Anthony Clements, Dylan Fleming, Owen Lundh | Robert Ahlgren, Eric Sheppard, Ben Cannon, Luke Dieffenbaugher, | Aaron Pryce | N/A | |
629 | Kalamazoo Christian Comets | Jim | Deters | 18-15/76-54 | 4 | 2/3 | The Comets have a lot to replace after losing 8 seniors from the 2021 squad but with some key arms returning and some new faces to add depth, they are looking forward to another competitive season. With a tough schedule on the books, the young Comets with have to learn on the fly, but by state tournament time they will be battle tested and experienced. | 1. Starting pitching 2. Defense 3. Power 4. Position Player Depth | JJ Manion, SS/RHP, 2023, 6-2/170, R/R, 2-yr starter, PBR #63 in 2023 class. Last Year Stats - .326 AVG, 3 2B, 2 3B, 30 RBI, 31 R, 11 SB, Note: injured and not able to pitch, mostly DH Will Zuiderveen, OF/RHP, 2022, 6-1/190, R/R. Last Year Stats - .344 AVG, 8 2B, 13 RBI, 21 R, 8 SB Jake McClure, RHP/2B, 2022, 6-0/160, L/R. Last Year Stats - 4-2, 4.70 ERA, 19 K, 25.1 IP | Will Zuiderveen Jake McClure | JJ Manion Jacob Munson | N/A | Patrick Vance Reed Jonkman Carter Manion | |
630 | Swartz Creek Dragons | Nick | Bierman | New Head Coach | 1 | 5/4 | We will be placing a strong emphasis on our pitching and the defense. There will be many opportunities for players to step up and help solidify the pitching staff. I'm excited to start the season and begin working with this group to get better everyday and reach our fullest potential as a team. | Great leadership and off season commitment. | Ben McGhee-Britt 1B/RHP, Cameron Spencer IF/OF, Drew Shultz LHP/CF, Jackson Serges OF/RHP, Connor Cassavoy 1B/3B, Caleb Hall LHP/OF | Ben McGhee-Britt, Cameron Spencer | Drew Shultz, Carter Pyle SS/3B, Evan Lloyd C/3B | Ty Moleski OF, Mason Sears 3B/P, Carson Orvis LHP/OF, Andrew Booth RHP/OF, Gabe Britt IF | NA | |
631 | Midland Dow Chargers | Rich | Juday | 27-15 / 97-54 | 1 | 6/5 | We have some key players to replace from last year's final four team, but we will be very athletic and I like our underclassmen and what they will do to fill in those spaces left by such a talented 2021 squad. | 1. Speed 2. Leadership 3. Power 4. Defense 5. Pitching | 1. Jack Bakus, 3B/P, 2023, 6-6 225-pounds, L/R. 2 year starter, Interests from EMU, MSU, WMU. Starting QB on Football Team and heavily recruited, .405 AVG, 8 HR, 41 RBI. 2. Billy Van Sumeran, 1B,/P, 2022, 6-6 220-pounds, R/R. 2 year starter, looking to play professional hockey upon graduation. .356 AVG, 2 HR, 30 RBI. 3. Nolan Sanders, P/OF, 2022, 6-0 175-pounds, R/L, 2 year starter, attending Hope as a student/athlete. .345 AVG, 9 SB, 4.35 40 time, 3-2 pitching record with 3 saves. 4. Dan Kowalczyk, OF, 2022 6-0 190 pounds, R/R, 360 AVG, 2 HR, 24 RBI. 5. Jay Worsley, P/INF, 2022 6-1 180 pounds, L/R, 289 AVG, 1 HR, 13 RBI, 4-1 record with 2 saves. 6. Tom Biacagalupo, C/P/INF, 2023, 6-2 185 pounds, R/R, 402 AVG in limited action 2021. | Nolan Sanders, Bill VanSumeran | 1. Jack Bakus, 2. Tom Biacagalupo, 3. Joe Craig, OF/P, 6-4 200 pounds, L/R 4. Zack Parker, SS/P, 6-1 165 pounds, R/R 5. Ty Biacagalupo, P/INF/OF/C 6-3 185 pounds, R/R | NA | NA | |
632 | Traverse City West / Titans | Matt | Bocian | 27-12 / 324-149 | 1 | 5/4 | Very solid core group of players with a mix of young talented players who are coachable and willing to work hard. | Defense/Pitching | Wyatt Danilowicz - LHP - 2022 Sam Reynolds - INF - RHP - 2022 Gavin Brown - C - 2022 Ian Robertson - INF - 2023 | Wyatt Danilowicz - LHP - 2022 Sam Reynolds - INF - RHP - 2022 Gavin Brown - C - 2022 | Ian Robertson | Quinten Gilliespie - INF/RHP Jack Griffiths - RHP/OF Isaac Kelsey - OF/LHP Maverick Richard - RHP Mike Healy | Owen Hendrix - INF/RHP Caden Stoops - INF/RHP Brayden Popa - INF | |
633 | Essexville Garber Dukes | Jon | Jeczmionka | 26-13/255-104-4 | 2 | Tommy Szczepanski RHP/INF, Baise Millar RHP/INF/C, Micah Irrer C/DH, Colin Sacrider RHP/INF, Cam Rowley OF, Jack Day RHP/INF, Jack Mularz RHP/INF | We have plenty of returning talent and have added a few nice pieces to our 2022 squad. RHP Tommy Szczepanski (University of Michigan) is one of the top pitchers in the state and gives us a great chance to win whenever he's on the hill. Our pitching staff is deep and our conference & postseason hopes will come down to whoever steps up to be a bonafide #2. | Our strength lies in our returning players (10). We expect to be solid defensively with plenty of versatile players able to play multiple positions. | 1. Tommy Szczepanski - Sr. P/INF 1st Team All Conference, 2nd Team All State 4 year varsity player. 2. Micah Irrer - Sr. C/DH/INF 2nd Team All COnference, ALL District. Team leader in BA (451). 3. Blaise Millar - Sr. 1st team All Conference; can play all nine positions. Hit 374 last season. 4. Cam Rowley - Sr. 2nd Team All Conference OF. Hit 382 last season. 5. Jack Mularz - Sr. RHP/INF Hit 324 last year 6. Jack Day - Sr. INF/RHP Best defensive player on the squad last year | 1. Szczepanski 2. Millar 3. Irrer | 1. Landon Sella 2. Ethan Burrows | LHP 6'4" Max Fellows | ||
634 | Northville Mustangs | John | Kostrzewa | 18-16/417-128 | 1 | 5/6 | Excited to get the 2022 season rolling. We have a great group of hard working and dedicated players. It's a good balance of experienced players and new players that have a lot of potential. Individually and collectively there have been tremendous strides this offseason. | I think the overall chemistry and athleticism of the group. | Dante' Nori L/L..2024... outfielder Miss. St. Commit (Frosh starter) Josh Planko R/R ...2022...Pitcher/1B Macallester College Commit Matt Gorski L/L...2022..Pitcher/1B Gabe Clark R/R...2023.. Catcher Luke Brodde R/R...2022...Infielder Zach Jurcisin R/R...2022...Infielder Tyler Ross R/R..2022..Pitcher | Josh Planko Matt Gorski | Gabe Clark Cullen Foley Leo Miksitz | Joey Broughton Dante' Nori Evan Deak Carter Jurcisin Dominic Minghine Trevor Schueller Caden Besko Justin Brown | N/A | |
635 | Lincoln Park Railsplitters | Brian | Amorose | 18-18 | 1 | 7 returning starters | The 2022 season has the potential to go well if we stay healthy. Three quality starters at the top end of the rotation with quality defense behind us. We did lose two real quality hitters in the middle, but we are fast on the bases this year. | Starting pitching, speed. | Evan McIntyre Gavin Hampton Alvaro Hernandez | Evan McIntyre, Gavin Hampton, Alvaro Hernandez, Justin Maldonado | Nate Josepeit | John Baylin | Johnathan Mateo | |
636 | Ann Arbor Pioneer | Bob | Sullivan | 21-16 | 1 | 12/6 | The Pioneers return 12 players from last years District Championship team lead by '22 SS AJ Lewis (Ashland) '22 RHP Schuylar Byrn, '22 CF Cole Allen, '22 INF Noah Bernstein and '23 RHP/OF Julius Kass. The Pioneers will be an experienced team with an influx of talented Juniors and Sophomores expected to play roles during the 2022 season. '23 RHP Joey Wisniewski, '24 RHP/1B Nate Zumbrunnen and '24 RHP/C/SS Avery McEwen. | Leadership, Depth, Defense | AJ Lewis, SS, 22, 5'10, 175lbs R/R - 3 years Varsity player, Ashland commit. Schuylar Byrn, RHP, 22, 6'5 200lbs, R/R. Cole Allen, CF, 22, 5'10, 180lbs, R/R - 3 year starter | Schuylar Byrn, AJ Lewis, Cole Allen, Noah Bernstein, Kyler Heise | Julius Kass, Joey Wisniewski RHP | Avery McEwen RHP, C, SS, Nate Zumbrunnen RHP, 1B, Adam Adair SS, Tys Verhe-Henke RHP/OF | Elliott Pike LHP | |
637 | Oxford Wildcats | Dave | Herrick | 30-8, 102-113 | 1 | 5/5 | I believe our players have been working extremely hard this off season. They have become a very close knit group due to the tragedy we faced. The players know how important this season is for them and our community. | 1. Starting pitching, 2. Leadership, 3. Team Culture | 1. Tony Hatzigeorgiou, IF/RHP, 2022, 5' 11", 195, R/R, 2-year starter, team captain, 2021 All-District, Wayne State recruit, Lansing CC recruit. Last year stats- .420 AVG, 4 2B, 2 3B, 3 HR, 28 RBIs, 32 R, 16 SB 2. Brady Carpenter, OF/RHP, 2022, 6'1", 180, R/R, 4-year starter, 2 year captain, 2021 All-OAA, SVSU commit. Last year stats- .314 AVG, 9 2B, 1 3B, 1 HR, 22 RBIs, 36 R, 24 SB 3. Gavin Walters, C/RHP/3B/1B, 2022, 6'2", 205, R/R, 2-year starter, Lansing CC commit. Last year stats- 10 2B, 2 3B, 1 HR, 15 RBIs, 11 R, 4 wins, 52 K 4. Owen Schihl, 3B,C,RHP, 2023, 6'1" 215, 2-year starter, Davenport recruit,. Last year stats, 4-1, 0.62 ERA, 35 K, 5 BB | Tony Hatzigeorgiou, Brady Carpenter, Gavin Walters | Owen Schihl | Jay Cady | ||
638 | Walled Lake Northern Knights | Pete | Lamerato | 26-14/260-266 overall (121-77 at WLN) | 1 | 5/9 | Even though we graduated a large group after last season's district championship, we have a great group of juniors and seniors that are quite talented. We return 10 players who played last year and contributed to the varsity team as well as 9 experienced pitchers, including 3 of our top 4 starting pitchers return. Ty Stepek returns as one of the best players in the state of Michigan and will be expected to handle the pitching staff. Robbie Whelan returns after breaking many of our team records last season going 9-0 on the mound with 4 saves and a 1.53 ERA. | 1. Starting pitching and depth at catcher. 2. Strong defense and 3. Legitimate 9 man lineup that will score a lot of runs with power and contact 4. Team leadership and buy in to work together. | Ty Stepek, C, INF, P, 2022, 6-2/180-pounds, R/R, 3-year starter, team captain, Grand Valley State commit. Last year Stats: .444 AVG, 17 2B, 5 3B, 6 HR, 41 RBI, 42 R, 23 SB. Robbie Whelan, P/OF, 2022, 5-10/165-pounds, R/R, 2-year Varsity pitcher, team captain. Last Year Stats: 9-0, 1.53 ERA, 54K, 20 BB Nick Skiver, 2B/SS, 2022, 5-8/150-pounds, L/R, 2-year starter, team captain. Last Year Stats: .421 AVG, 10 2B, 2 3B, 22 RBI, 31 R, 21 SB | Ty Stepek, Robbie Whelan, Nick Skiver, Ashton Stants, P/OF, 2022, 6-3/185-pounds R/L, 2 year varsity player; Brady Beckstrom P/1B, 2022, 6-5/190-pounds, R/R, 2 year varsity; | Jonah Farabi, P/3B/SS, 2023, 5-10/160-pounds, R/R 2 year varsity. Jake Winn, P/1B, 2023, 6-1/220-pounds, R/R, 2 year varsity. Eric Rapp, SS/3B/P, 2023, 6-0/170-pounds, R/R, 2 year varsity. Adam Davis, 1B/OF/P, 2023, 6-0/190-pounds, L/L Nick McCormick, INF/P, 2023, 6-3/185-pounds, R/R | Samuel Korus, P/1B/3B/OF, 2024, 6-1/180-pounds, R/R Billy Helka, C/INF/OF/P, 2024, 5-10/160-pounds, R/R Nathan Ray, P/OF, 2024 6-3/165-pounds, R/R Noah Lamerato, SS/3B/2B/P, 5-9/145 pounds, R/R Anthony Estrada, 3B/SS/P, 6-0/155-pounds, R/R | N/A | |
639 | Wyandotte Bears | Brian | Cotner | 17-18 / 348-258 | 1 | 5 / 3 | The Bears have a lot returning and intend on contending for the league title. Led by Donavan Canterberry (Sr - Xavier) and Manny Gutierrez (Jr - uncommitted) on the mound, the pitching should be in good hands. Both will also lead the team with the bat. Tyler Kurdi (Jr), Keegan Rose (So), Jadn' McGowen (Fr) and Robbie Longoria (Sr) will be expected to have big roles and will be big factors in the success of Wyandotte. | 1. Leadership 2. Starting Pitching 3. Hitting 4. Defense | Donavan Canterberry, SS/P, 2022, 6-0/195, R/R, 4 yr starter, team captain, Xavier recruit. Last year stats - .317 AVG, 10 2B, 2 3B, 15 RBIs, 33 R, 30 SB. 6-4, 1.58 ERA, 68 K, 11 BB Manny Gutierrez, OF, P, 2023, 5-8/165, L/L, 3 yr starter, team captain, uncommitted. Last year stats - . 398 AVG, 12 2B, 1 3B, 28 RBIs, 20 R, 6 SB. 1-6, 3.86 ERA, 49 K, 29 BB | Donavan Canterberry Robbie Longoria Shawn DeLeon | Manny Gutierrez Tyler Kurdi Jason Pente | Keegan Rose | Jadn' McGowen | |
640 | East Jordan | Tom | Reid | 11-16/81-119-2 | 3 | 6/4 | With the strong leadership and talent we have returning, I believe this team can make a significant run through the state tournament and should compete for a conference title. | 1. Leadership 2. Starting Pitching 3. strong bats | 1. Thomas Reid III, SS/3B/RHP, 2022, 5'11", 185 lbs, L/R, 3-yr starter, All State HM 2021, team captain, Grand Rapids Community College commit, 2021 stats-.540 avg, 13 2B, 4 3B, 4 HR, 28 RBI, 20 runs, 9 SB, 5-3, 1.76 ERA, 1 save, 85 K, 27 BB 2. Ben Reid, C/1B, 2023, 6'1", 190 lbs, L/R, 2-yr starter, all conference 2021, 2021 stats- .328 AVG, 10 2B, 1 3B, 18 RBI, 6 runs 3. Kaleb Schroeder, 2B/RHP, 2022, 6'1", 155 lbs, R/R, 2-yr starter, team captain, Bay College CC commit, 2021 stats-.200 avg, 3 2B, 5 RBI, 11 runs, 9 SB, .455 OBP, 1-4, 8.70 ERA, 18 K, 19 BB 4. Dawson Carey, SS/RHP, 2023, 5'10", 170 lbs, R/R, 2-yr starter, 2021 stats-.232 AVG, 2 2B, 1 3B, 4 RBI, 18 runs, 10 SB, 1-3, 7.76 ERA, 16 K 5. Hayden Peck, CF, 2022, 5'9", 165 lbs, R/R, 2-yr starter, 2021 All conference HM, 2021 stats-.243 Avg, 2 2B, 1 3B, 1 HR, 2 RBI, 22 runs, 7 SB 6. Mason Malpass, 1B, 2022, 6'5", 185 lbs, L/L, 2-yr starter, 2021 all conference, 2021 stats-.315, 1 2B, 6 RBI, 11 runs, 9 SB | 1. Thomas Reid III 2. Kaleb Schroeder 3. Hayden Peck 4. Mason Malpass | 1. Ben Reid 2. Dawson Carey | 1. Lucas Stone | 1. Brenden Aenis 2. Eli Burns | |
641 | Zeeland West Dux | Adam | Locker | (33-9 / 189-119-1) | 1 | 5 / 4 | We have a team that plays hard and has a great time doing it. | Pitching | Josh Agar (LHP), Carter Hughes (RHP) | N/A | Josh Agar, Carter Hughes, Simon Moore | N/A | N/A | |
642 | Bloomfield Hills | Rich | Krentz | 0-0 | 1 | 5/3 | New Vision and New Era for Bloomfield Hills Blackhawks Baseball | New Coach with no background with this program. Unknown at this time | Aaron Martin, Robert Newlund, Shane Winter, Jack Boike, James Forner | See above | Jack Friesen, Rusty Oddo | Brandon Newlund | N/A | |
643 | Ludington Orioles | Evan | Kroeze | 22-11 | 2 | 6/5 | We are extremely excited about this years team. We have a great senior class of 6 that have built great culture within the program. This group has worked their tails off and are some of the highest character players I have been around during my 13 years of being part of Ludington Baseball. Obviously we still have a lot of work to do and have to prove it on the field, but we are ready for the opportunity. | 1.Character/Work Ethic 2. Defense 3. Speed 4. Hitting 5. Pitching | Stephen Weinert, C/OF, 2022, 3-year starter, captain, .459, 6 2B, 5 3B, 36 RS Gabe Hogenson, OF, 2022, 3 year starter, captain, .390, 26 RBI, 24 RS | Stephen Weinert Gabe Hogenson | N/A | Evan McCarthy, SS/OF, 2024, 2nd year as a starter, .355 average | ||
644 | Divine Child Falcons | Dan | Deegan | 16-18/82-76 | 2 | 4/4 | Team will be led by it's starting pitching and defense. | 1. Leadership, 2. Starting Pitching, 3. Experience | 1. Owen Avery, RHP/3B, '23, 6' 220 lbs, 3 year starter, team captain. Grand Valley recruit. .290 AVG. 5-4 W/L, 3.09 ERA, 114 k's, 59.3 IP 2. Jack Zang, LHP/1B, '23, 6'3, 210 lbs. 4 year varsity player. Has D1 offers. .303 AVG., 29 RBI, 6 2B. 3. Carson Sampson, CF, '23, 5'11, 160 lbs, 3 year varsity starter. 4. Bronson Pawson, RHP, '23, 5'9, 145 lbs. | 1. Owen Avery, RHP/3B, '23, 6' 220 lbs, 3 year starter, team captain. Grand Valley recruit. .290 AVG. 5-4 W/L, 3.09 ERA, 114 k's, 59.3 IP 2. Jack Zang, LHP/1B, '23, 6'3, 210 lbs. 4 year varsity player. Has D1 offers. .303 AVG., 29 RBI, 6 2B. 3. Tyler Kostora, C/2B, '24, 5'8, 180 lbs. 2 year varsity player. .300 AVG., 22 RBI. 4. Carson Sampson, CF, '23, 5'11, 160 lbs, 3 year varsity starter. | Tyler Kostora | Everette Shumaker, RHP/SS, 6'1, 180 lbs. | ||
645 | Notre Dame Prep | Jason | Gendreau | 25-9 / 35-17 | 2 | 3 / 2 | We will be a young team looking for regular season growth towards the post season | leadership, toughness, hungry | Luke Babich, RHP/OF. Michael Sadecki, RHP/C/IF | none | none | Owen Marks, LHP | Roman Cherfoli, SS | |
646 | Forest Hills Eastern Hawks | Ian | Hearn | 29-11 | 2 | 5/5 | The Hawks have a solid, talented, and experienced group back that have played a lot of baseball. The Team is Forest Hills Eastern's strength. | Chemistry, experience, and overall ability. | Evan Parks, SS/P, 2022, 6'3, 190, L/R signed with Butler. Leo Hearn, Catcher, 2022, 6'2.5", 215, L/R signed with Bowling Green. Jacob Pallo, P/INF, 2023, 6'2, 175, R/R uncommitted. Brian Messing, INF, 2022, 6'2, 165, R/R uncommitted. Ashton Feenstra, LHP, 2022, 6'4, 180, L/L uncommitted. Caleb Kuiper, RHP, 2022, 6'0, 180, R/R uncommitted. | Evan Parks, Leo Hearn, Brian Messing, Ashton Feenstra, Calen Kuiper, Iwan Sitalo | Jacob Pallo, Collin Fridsma, Mac DenBraber | Matt Stotts, Drew Patten | Brenden Thompson, Max Ferrick, James Dempsey, Max Jerow, Manel Conners, Landen Lindley | |
647 | Trenton Trojans | Todd | Szalka | 31-7 / 315-165-1 | 2 | 5/4 | Losing an MLB draft pick and a D1 arm to graduation is a tough task for any program to overcome. With 5 starters returning, multiple backup players from 2021 being ready to contribute, and players moving up from a 21-4 JV team that is reason for great optimism. There is no shortage of arms in the program, but it will take some time for the pitching pecking order to sort it's way out. In the meantime, Trenton returns All-Region catcher Brock Beaudrie (SR)and All-League outfielder Matt Cheatam (SR). Senior Nick Mator (7 wins), Junior Alex Stepaniak (4 wins), and Josh DeChane (SR) return on the hill with Juniors Joaquin Maldonado and Matt Jividen ready to leave their mark on the program. Senior Blake Brewer returns from an injury his junior year, and as a 6'3" lefty, he will get plenty of pitching opportunities. Newcomers Reece Omodio and Blake Boike, late season call-ups, will be called upon to step into bigger roles all over the diamond. The Trojans also return one of the MHSAA Tournament's hottest players, Senior Braylon Hughes, who will slide over from 2B to SS this season. | Team strength will be Baserunning, Leadership, and Knowledge of the Game. | SR: Brock Beaudrie C (Undecided) 2 year Captain, Matt Cheatam OF (Lansing CC), Nick Mator RHP/1B (Undecided), Braylon Hughes SS (Undecided) Alex Stepaniak RHP/1B '23 (Uncommitted), Joaquin Maldonado LHP/OF '23 (Uncommitted). Our stats are available on GameChanger, if you send me an email and request permission I will allow you access to those. | Brock Beaudrie, Matt Cheatam, Nick Mator, & Braylon Hughes | Alex Stepaniak, Joaquin Maldonado, Reece Omodio, and Blake Boike | Caleb Kidd LHP/OF and Zach Hitchcock LHP/OF | Aston Rooney | |
648 | Paw Paw Red Wolves | Derek | Vanderburg | 8-19-1 | 2 | 7/4 | Looking forward to a bounce back year. Return a core of young players who gained valuable playing experience last year. We have 2 plus arms at the top of our rotation who will keep us in games. If we make the routine plays this year, we will be a competitive team in our league. We are looking forward to an exciting season. | 1. Starting Pitching 2. Team Speed | Remi Hahn, 3B/RHP, 2023 Jake Hindenach INF/RHP, 2024 Joe Miller INF/OF, 2023 Cullen Sylvester OF/P, 2022 Brayden Pease OF/P, 2022 Jacob Major C, 2024 Matthew Hartman OF, 2023 | Brayden Pease Cullen Sylvester | Remi Hahn Joe Miller Matthew Hartman Nick Boyd | Jake Hindenach Jacob Major | N/A | |
649 | Troy Colts | Tim | Mullen | 19-17 | 1 | 5 / 7 | We should pitch and field well as we return our entire IF and our top 3 pitchers. Our lineup will be the question mark as we lost 4 big bats. | Pitching | Austin Cicerone, SS/P, 6-0/190 pounds, Jr, two year starter. Last Year .394 AVG, 12 2B, 1 3B, 2 HR, 25 RBI, 39 R, 15 SB, 3.4 ERA, 39K, 10 BB, 43 inn | N/A | Austin Cicerone | N/A | N/A | |
650 | Ionia Bulldogs | Jason | Lundstrom | 15-23 | 2 | 5/6 | Looking forward to competing and playing. We're very excited to see how our players respond to good competition. | 1. Depth in pitching 2. Team Speed 3. Hitting | Ethan Bowen P, Jr., Kane Lundstrom Of, P, Jr., Danny McCoy P, C, Jr. Tanner Gregory Sr. Of | Tanner Gregory Sr. Austin Hillabrandt Sr., AJ Castillo Sr. | Ethan Bowen Jr., Kane Lundstrom Jr., Danny McCoy Jr. | Carter Castillo, Tyson McDiarmid, Alex Barr move in, Matt McCoy | N/A | |
651 | Carrollton Cavaliers | Eric | Dalton | 8-23/0-0 | 2 | 6/3 | We are going to be a young squad, as far as experience goes, but I'm excited about our group as they are building and getting better each day to compete at the highest level. | 1. Defense 2. Young Arms 3. Team chemistry | Sophomore Grant Wood CF/SS | Andrew Johnson | Nicolas Olivarez | Grant Wood, Cody Sanada, Hunter Enos | N/A | |
652 | Grand Ledge High School Comets | Grant | Householder | 37-3 / 37-3 | 1 | 5/5 | We lose experience and veteran leadership, but we bring back a deep roster. Senior Cole Mance is returning all-conference and all-district pitcher that should lead a deep pitching staff. Senior Thomas Kerrigan and Junior Caleb Estrada return for year two, leading a versatile lineup, that features speed, power and fundamentals. Senior Nathan Droste (Olivet College) is an extremely versatile two-way player. Senior Owen Smith (Olivet College) will be one of the top outfielders in the area. With the expectation of the deep Senior class and Junior talent to compete, we are poised to have another extremely successful spring. | 1. Starting Pitching 2. Team Defense 3. Versatility 4. Continuity 5. Coaching | 1. Caleb Estrada, SS, JR, 6'2, 205, R/R, Honorable Mention All-Conference 2. Nathan Droste, MINF, SR, 5'10, 165, R/R, Honorable Mention All-Conference (Olivet College) 3. Cole Mance, INF/P, SR, 5'11, 185, R/R, All-Conference, All-District 4. Thomas Kerrigan, OF/1B, SR, 6'0, 180, L/R, Honorable Mention All-Conference 5. Owen Smith, OF, SR, 6'0, 170, R/R, (Olivet College) | Nathan Droste (Olivet College) Thomas Kerrigan Owen Smith (Olivet College) Carson Winans, P, 6'1, 175, L/L | Caleb Estrada Andrew Konieczny, 1B/OF/LHP, 6'4, 200, L/L Nathan Roskamp, P, 6'0, 160, R/R Leo Lake, C, 5'6, 140, R/R | Noah McCartney, OF/INF, 5'6, 150, R/R Andrew Deibel, C/INF/P, 5'11, 155, R/R Alex Cornman, OF/1B/P, 6'0, 160, R/R Lucas Caterino, 1B/P, 6'0, R/R | Preston Bohnet, INF/C/P Kyle Smith, INF/OF/P | |
653 | Beal City High School - Aggies | Steve | Pickens | 31-3 | 4 | WADE WILSON /PITCHER ,OF , BRENDAN MARTIN /P ,INF, KONNOR WILSON /P, OF , KAIDAN ANDREWS /P, SS, HUNTER MILES /P, OF, CAYDEN SMITH /P, INF, JOSH WILSON /P, BRAYDEN HAYNES /P,C,INF | WE HAVE A GEAT CORE OF RETURNERS FROM LAST YEAR, ALL PLAYERS RETURNING THIS YEAR HAVE HAD VARSITY EXPERIENCE, 5 WITH 4 YEAR EXPERIENCE. HOPE TO REPEAT AS HIGHLAND CONF. CHAMPS AND MAKE A FURTHER RUN FOR A STATE TITLE | 1 BASEBALL KNOWLEDGE, 2 PITCHING, 3 DEFENSE, 4 HITTING, 5 WORK ETHIC | WADE WILSON P,OF, 12TH, 5' 9" 175 lbs.?, B=R, T=R ALL STATE 1ST TEAM, ALL CONFERENCE, ALL AREA last year 4 yr varsity player, last year 386 ave., 24 RBI tied team lead, 7 sb, 6-3 pitching 1.024 ERA BRENDAN MARTIN, P 1ST, 12TH, 6 5" 180 lbs. ? B=R,T=R ALL STATE 2ND TEAM, ALL CONFERENCE, ALL AREA last year 4 yr varsity player. last year 8-0 with 1 save pitching, ERA 1.024. strike out ave per inning 1.29, only walked 4 batter all season BRAYDEN HAYNES, C, INF,OF, 12TH 6'2" 200 lbs.? B=R, T=R, ALL STATE 2ND TEAM, ALL CONFERENCE, ALL AREA last year 4 year varsity player. last year 493 ave. 8 doubles 2 triples, 7 sb KAIDAN ANDREWS, SS, P, 12TH 5'8" 150lbs=R,T=R, ALL STATE 2ND TEAM, ALL CONFERENCE, ALL AREA last year, 4 year varsity player Last year 404 ave., 20 sb team lead, 18 RBI ( lead off hitter) 10 doubles, 1 triple, 1 HR.; 2 -0 with 1 save pitching HUNTER MILES, P,OF, 12TH, 5'9", 165 lbs. ? B=R,T=R last year 439 ave. 2=0 pitching KONNOR WILSON P,OF, 12TH, 6'0" 150 lbs.? B=R,T=R 4 year varsity player. 4-0 pitching CAIDEN SMITH, INF, P, 10TH, 5'7" 140 lbs. ? Last year 316 ave. JOSH WILSON, P,INF, 10TH, 6'3" 205 lbs.?? Last year (limited action) 273 ave JAKE GAUTHIER, C , 10TH 5'5 135 lbs.??? T=R,B=R, 375 AVE | KAIDAN ANDREWS, BRAYDEN HAYNES, BRENDAN MARTIN, WADE WILSON, KONNOR WILSON, HUNTER MILES | -0- ONLY ONE JR IN PROGRAM OUT WITH KNEE INJURY | CAYDEN SMITH, JOSH WILSON, JAKE GAUTHIER | ?????? AT THIS TIME... | |
654 | West Bloomfield Lakers | Josh | Birnberg | 25-15 | 1 | 7/4 | Very excited to build off of last year’s success. We have a lot of really good kids and equally as good players. They are hungry and ready to compete. | Pitching, competitiveness | Matt Fountain, 1B/OF/RHP, 2022 LCC Commit, Tyler Allos OF, 2022 Schoolcraft Commit Josh Weiss RHP/3B Schoolcraft Commit Adrian Epps OF/RHP 2023 top 50 on PBR Logan Pikur RHP/OF 2023 CMU Commit Max Bowers 2023 MIF Brody Pikur RHP/OF 2025 | Matthew Fountain , Tyler Allos, Josh Weiss, Wes Govier | Logan Pikur, Adrian Epps, Max Bowers | NA | Brody Pikur | |
655 | Hackett Catholic Prep | Smiley | Verduzco | 31-9/31-9 | 4 | 6/5 | The team is ready to compete for a State Title again. | 1. Culture 2. Upperclassmen leadership 3. Athleticism | Brenden Collins 6'1" 180 Sr. OF/P 1st Team All-State, .537 Avg. 17 2B, 58 RBI; Nick Verduzco 6'2" 185 Jr. SS 2nd Team All-State, .421 Avg. 13 2B, 54 R; Isaac Backman 5'11" 170 Sr. OF/P .361 Avg. 36 R, 25 SB; Eli Backman 5'8" 150 Soph. 2B .330 Avg, 26 RBI; Patrick Ogrin 5'10" 160 Jr. OF .413 Avg., 20 R; Chris Bullard 6'0" 170 Sr. P 3-0, 4 saves, 3.50 ERA | Brenden Collins, Isaac Backman, Chris Bullard | Nick Verduzco | Eli Backman, Andrew Rann | Preston Cosby, Brooks Basler, Noah Emmer | |
656 | St. Joseph Michigan Lutheran Titans | Cale | Pauley | 19-8 / 47-42 | 4 | 3/3 | We return 3 of our top arms from last season. Although we lost a great senior class I’m looking forward to this group and some of the young talent we have. | 1. Pitching depth. 2. Returning infield depth. 3. Baseball IQ | 1. Jackson Anderson, SS/P, 2023, R/R. 1st Team All Conference. All-Region Infielder. Last year stats- .446 AVG, 9 2B, 1 3B, 25 RBI, 33 R, 29 SB. 3-1 2 SV, 36 K, 29.2 IP. 2. Josh Tahaney, 2022, 3B/P, All-District Pitcher. Last year stats- 5-3 1 SV, 23 K, 45.2 IP. .264 AVG, 19 RBI. 3. Adam Conrad, 1B/P, 2023. .250 AVG, 1 2B, 9 RBI. 1-0, 8 k, 5 IP. | Josh Tahaney | Jackson Anderson, Adam Conrad | Jared DeWeerd OF/P | Ty Johnson INF/P. Micah Herbst OF/P. Colton Stegman C. Ben Liebech INF/P | |
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758 | Test | Alex | Schillig | Test | 1 | Test | Test | Test | Test | Test | Test | Test | Test | |
759 | Tecumseh Indians | Tom | Bullinger | 26-8/325-174 | 2 | none | Going to have to fill some holes, especially on the mound. There will be opportunities for younger players to be brought up to varsity to pitch. May be a revolving door. We have a few guys returning that play multiple positions and are good hitters. Looking for them to step up and be leaders. | 1. Defense, where many players can play multiple positions, 2. Hitting. | Seth Austin, INF, 2022, 5'10, R/R, 2 year starter, Spring Arbor recruit Jacob Burns, INF, 2023, 6'2, R/R | Seth Austin | Jacob Burns | Max Bledsoe, C, 5'11 | ||
760 | Cheboygan High School | Kevin | Baller | 24-12-1/291-241-3 | 2 | 8/3 | Great group of returning players. Should compete for a conference and district crown. | Starting Pitching, Strong Leadership | Daniel Wilcome, OF/LHP Saginaw Valley Recruit. Last year stats-.468 avg, 7 2B, 3 3B, 2 HR, 19 SB, 32 RBI. Henry Stempky, SS/RHP Last year stats .383, 9 2B, 3 3B, 22 RBI, 23 SB Honorable Mention All-State. Tyler Balazovic, SS/2B/RHP Last year stats .415, 8 2B, 28 RBI. Dylan Balazovic, C Soph Last year stats .340, 17 RBI | Daniel Wilcome Henry Stempky | N/A | Dylan Balazovic | ||
761 | Lamphere Rams | Adam | Wooley | 23-5/ 350-212 | 2 | 6/4 | "After two straight league championships, this will be a transitional year. Despite losing 5 quality players to college programs, we have a solid base which should allow us to contend for the MAC Gold again this season." | 1. Defense; 2. Offensive production; 3. Good exemplary leaders | 1. Nick Krstich, C, 2022; 6-1, 195#, R/R 4-year starter; team captain; signed with Grand Valley State .375 AVG, 11 2B, 2 HR, 21 RBI, 31 R, 14 SB 32% Throw out. 2. Amare Curran, R/R CF 2023, 6-3 175# .333, 5 2B, 12 RBI, 14 R, 13 SB. 3. Noah Atherholt, SS, 2023, 5-9, 165# R/R .410 AVG, 3 2B, 23 RBI, 18 R, 5 SB. 4. Aidan McGinnis RHP, 2023, 6'0, 195# 7-1 W-L, 3.39 ERA | Nick Krstich; Aidan McGinnis; Drew Webster, L/R 1B-3B | Noah Atherholt; Amare Curran; Jamison Ross R/R C-OF | N/A | N/A | |
762 | Grosse Pointe South Blue Devils | Dan | Griesbaum | 20-13-1 | 1 | Wells Graham-RHP, Inf., Alex Tigges-C, Cliff Grabowski-C, Quentin Dennis -RHP, Chase Mazey-RHP, Robbie Leonard-RHP, River Kraus-OF, | We have most of our starting pitching back in Wells Graham, Quentin Dennis, Chase Mazey, and Robbie Leonard. Graham and Tigges were All MAC RED, Mazey and Leonard had very good summers and have improved velocity greatly since 2021. Our J.V. won the MAC RED and will provide great help in the field especially. Our frosh were 28-4. | Our starting pitching will be our strength definitely. We are strong behind the plate as well with both catchers returning, Alex Tigges and Ben Domzalski. We will have good speed as well, especially in the OF, and will be very good defensively. We will need to replace 2 All-MAC players Ryker Mazey-SS, now playing at Albion, and Jacob Harris who will play at John’s Hopkins next fall. They were our 3rd and 4th hitters. | Wells Graham-Junior, RHP, SS, .397, 9-2B, 3HR, 27 RBI, 4-1, 2.80 ERA, 4-0, 1.82 in MAC RED, 2nd in MVP voting in MAC RED as a soph. Alex Tigges-C, Sr., lead off hitter, .400, .514 OBA, 22 SB, 32 Runs, All MAC RED, D III schools interested. Quentin Dennis-Sr., RHP, 3-2, 3.44 ERA, 3-1, MAC RED, 2.48 ERA, not committed yet Robbie Leonard-Sr., RHP, 3-2, 3.84 ERA, Adrian commit Chase Mazey, RHP, Junior, threw 28 innings last year with 25 K’s but has been in a velocity improvement program and is throwing mid-upper 80’s now. Cliff Grabowski-Jr., OF, .314, .390 OBA River Kraus-Sr., OF, .245, .373 OBA Cam Braithwaite, Sr., OF, RHP, .282, 13 RBI Jonathan Drake-Sr., RHP, 1B, .333 Ave., 3-0, 4.03 ERA We will have several JV players from last year who will compete for starting roles as well as some non-starters from last years varsity. | Alex Tigges, Quentin Dennis, Robbie Leonard, Jonathan Drake, River Kraus, Cam Braithwaite | Wells Graham-RHP, INF., Chase Mazey, RHP, INF, Ben Domzalski-C, Ben Frakes-OF, Connor Stafford, INF, RHP | Hunter Belanger-1B, Joey Michelotti-INF | NA | |
763 | Fowlerville Gladiators | Colin | Boak | First Year Coaching/ 0-0 | 2 | 2/1 | We are a very young program, with a lot of promise. I am excited to see how our young team handles itself this season. We will be underdogs in most games but are setting out with something to prove. | Speed, and a lot of young talent | N/A | N/A | NA | N/A | N/A | |
764 | Rudyard Bulldogs | Billy | Mitchell | 21-12 / 225-114 | 4 | 7 Returning Starters / 8 returning pitchers including top 5 from last season | We are very excited for the 2022 season. We return a veteran lineup that has Final Four experience in basketball and in football, to go along with our Regional Final appearance for baseball in 2021. This group of athletes is no stranger to post season success, and embraces the grind. We return 7 of our 9 starters from 2021 along with our top 5 pitchers from the 2021 season. | Our biggest team strength is our senior leadership. We have a group of seniors that know what it takes to be successful. They embrace the grind, and have fun being together working hard to achieve goals they have set. Come Tournament time, we believe our pitching depth will be a strength in the D4 Postseason. | EJ Suggitt, Sr, 1B/RHP, All Conference / All District / All Region, Academic All State, 3 year starter, Spring Arbor Signee Tate Besteman, Sr, OF/RHP, All Conference / All District / All Region, 3 year starter Brett Mayer, Sr, OF/1B/LHP, All Conference / All District, 3 year starter Austin Warner, Sr, C/3B/OF, All Conference / All District, 2 year starter Cameron Peterson, So, C/ 3B, All Conference / All District, returning starter Aiden Bickel, So, SS/RHP, All District, returning starter Kallen Lawlor, So, RHP Returning Letter winner Eli Sprague, So, OF/RHP Returning Letter winner Jesse Zeeryp, Jr, 1B/OF Returning Letter winner Landen Mayer, So, RHP/2b Returning Letter winner Trevor Lamma, Jr, OF, Returning Letter winner | EJ Suggitt Brett Mayer | N/A | Cameron Peterson Aiden Bickel | Tanner Baker INF/C Aiden Pavlat LHP | |
765 | Vicksburg Bulldogs | Brian | Deal | 30-11/Unkown | 2 | 7/4 | I think we will be a very competitive team this year. We lost some good senior leadership who provided us with a lot of offense and pitching. We do however return several starters from a team that won our districts last year. We will have several players with multiple years of varsity experience to help us compete this season. | 1. pitching 2 defense 3 speed 4 Offense | 1.Tyler DeVries SS Sr 6'0' 185 R/R-4 year starter at shortstop, consistent defender 2.Dylan Zemitans P SR 6'3" 200 R/R -3 year starter. Will enter the season as #1 or #2 pitcher 3. Jimmy Cutshaw 5'10" 165 R/R -3 Year starter in the outfield 4.Cole Gebben 6'0' 200 R/R-2 year starter as Pitcher/Outfielder High 80s fastball 5. Logan Cohrs 5'10' 185 R/R -1 year starter as catcher. Starting catcher as a freshman. | Dylan Zemitans Jimmy Cutshaw Tyler DeVries | Cole Gebben | Logan Cohrs | ||
766 | Saline Hornets | Al | Zeiher | 26-10-1 / 56-17-1 | 1 | 3/5 | We can't wait to compete this spring. We feature an exciting schedule against some of the best teams in the midwest. This also includes playing in the SEC Red which should be one of the best leagues in the state from top to bottom. We have a great mix of players this spring. Returners who played in big games last spring to lean on with some younger players who are eager to play at the Varsity level. | Leadership | Bobby Butler - IF/P Sr. Lansing CC Commit 3 year starter .301 AVG 11 2Bs Braden LaRusso- OF/P Sr. .316 AVG Liam Yelsma- LHP Sr. Adrian College Commit 39 IP, 1.615 ERA, 36 SO, 6 BBs, 4-2 Aidan Carlson- RHP Sr. Northwood Commit 25 IP, .28 ERA, 35 SO Ian Balint- RHP/IF Sr. Giuseppe Gottfried- 1B Sr. Navy (Football Commit) .326 AVG 4 HRs Luke Masters- 1B Sr. Siena Heights (Football Commit) Sam Jane - LHP Sr. Sam Miller- IF/P Jr. Jackson Conley - C Jr. | Bob Butler Braden LaRusso Liam Yelsma Aidan Carlson Ian Balint Giuseppe Gottfried Luke Masters Same Jane | Sam Miller Jackson Conley | N/A | N/A | |
767 | Holland Christian Maroons | Scott | Mokma | 14-17 | 2 | 2 | I am excited to be coaching varsity baseball for the Maroons. Coach Jim Caserta led the Marrons to many championships from 2014-2021 and he leaves a tremendous legacy for this program to follow. We will have a young team this year, so I look forward to seeing how they can come together and accomplish team goals. | Defense will be our key. | Lucas Conklin, OF, Daniel Dykstra, SS/RHP- , Trevor Nagelkirk-LHP 1.94 ERA | N/A | Lucas Conklin, Daniel Dykstra, Trevor Nagelkirk, | Kyle Smith | Gavin DeBoer | |
768 | Dryden Cardinals | Martin | Barker | 5-13-1/5-13-1 | 4 | 7/3 | While 2021 was a challenging season, a strong foundation was established within our program that we are looking to build upon in 2022. With 8 returning players and an infusion of some young talent, our expectations are to at least double our win total and improve upon our 4th place league finish. | Leadership, competitiveness, passion for the game | 1) Dylan Ledford, SS/RHP, 2023, 6-3/170-lbs, R/R, 2 yr starter. Last Year Stats: .451 AVG, 6 2B, 15 RBI, 24 R, 10 SB. 4-5, 3.06 ERA, 90 K. 2) Marty Barker, OF, 5-11/150-lbs, R/R, 2 yr starter. Last Year Stats: .426 AVG, 5 2B, 1 HR, 6 RBI, 23 R, 11 SB. 3) Charlie Fliedner, C/2B, 5-8/140-lbs, R/R. Last Year Stats: .348 AVG, 3 2B, 17 RBI, 10 R, 3 SB. | Zack Lemke (transfer) | 1) Dylan Ledford, 2) Marty Barker | N/A | Owen Gall, Sonny Coscione | |
769 | Niles Vikings | Mike | Vota | 22-11 / 412-291-3 | 2 | 5/3 | Graduated most starters last year. Good young talent in the program needing varsity experience. | Defense | 1. Gage Vota, RHP, 2023, 6-4/180, R/R, starter as a sophomore, FB Velo 84-85 as a sophomore last year, 17 IP, 14 hits, 18 SO, 24 BB, 4.04 ERA, 2. Drew Racht, 3B/RHP, 2022, 5-10 / 190LBS R/R. 43 IP, 44 Hits, 41 SO, 7 BB, 1.94 ERA 3. Austin Bradley C, RHP, 2022, 6-3/185, R/R 4. Hunter Fazi 3B, RF, 2022, 5-10/ 170, R/R. 4. Talon Brawley SS/RHP, 2024, 5-8/165, R/R. | NA | Gage Vota | Talon Brawley | Sam Rucker | |
770 | Marshall Redhawks | Tom | Sharpley | 24-10 | 2 | 6/6 | Look to continue our streak of 5 straight conference championships | 1. Starting pitching 2. Defense 3. Depth | Isaac Stetler, LHP/OF, 2022 6-1 165-pounds R/L 3-year lettermen, Grand Rapids recruit Last Years Stats - 6-3, 2.046 ERA, 45 K, .228 BAA, 65 IP All Conference 1st team Killian Bies, 3B/C/UT 2023 5-11 190-pounds S/R 2-year lettermen Last Years Stats - .333 AVG, .514 OBP, .887 OPS, 22 R, 22 HBP All Conference HM Luke Holbrook, RHP/OF 2023 5-9 195-pounds R/R 2-year lettermen, Last Years Stats - .298 AVG, 15 RBI, 2-1 29 IP, 41 K, 1.448 ERA, .183 BAA All Conference HM Jesse Saldana, LHP/OF, 2023 6-1 180-pounds L/L 2-year lettermen, Last Years Stats - 4-1 2.032 ERA, 30 K, 20.2 IP, .173 BAA Gavin Spence, SS/P, 2024 5-11 160-pounds R/R 1-year lettermen, Last Years Stats - .319 AVG, 6 2B, 2 HR, 19 RBI, All Conference 1st team | Isaac Stetler | Killian Bies, Jesse Saldana, Luke Holbrook | Gavin Spence | N/A | |
771 | Escanaba Eskymos | Scott | Hanson | 23-7/ 59-26 | 2 | 4/4 | This will be the deepest our pitching staff has been in years. We have good senior leadership and the development of our sophomores will be a key for the season. | Starting pitching and Leadership | SR. Jared Hanson 6-3 200 Captain career 6-2 record , SR. Hunter Lancour 5-2 2.29 ERA .284 6 doubles 21 rbi 14 stolen bases , SO Ben Johnson .341 9 stolen bases | Jared Hanson-P Hunter Lancour-IF/P | Trent Lawson-OF | Ben Johnson-C , Bon LaChance IF/P | ||
772 | Niles-Brandywine | David | Sidenbender | 24-9/ 404-265 | 3 | 7/6 | Im excited about this team. We are as talented as we have been in a while at most all positions and I am looking forward to seeing us progress throughout the season. | 1. overall depth 2. experience 3. talent level | Jamier Palmer, inf, So., 6', 165, r/r, returning 1st team all state, stats-440ave, 12 2b, 5 3b, 1 hr, 29rbi, 40-41 sb Owen Hullett, inf/p, Jr, 6'1" 180, r/r, 333ave, 3 2b, 11rbi, 5-1, 1.40 era, 27k, 7bb | James Barnes | Owen Hullett jr | Jamier Palmer, Jaremiah Palmer | ||
773 | Grand Blanc Bobcats | Kevin | Hubbs | 33-11 | 1 | 5/7 | We have high expectations for ourselves this season | 1. Starting Pitching 2. Experience 3. Team Defense 4. Culture | David Lally RHP/SS 2022 (Notre Dame) Nathan Fidelino 3B/RHP 2024 (uncommitted) Hunter Ames UTL 2022 (Hope College) Nathan Helms RHP/IF 2022 (Northwood) Kyle Keener RHP/1B 2022 (Lansing CC) Braxton McVicar LHP 2022 (Albion) Dylan Bowen 2022 OF (Delta CC) Connor Cooper 2022 OF (Delta CC) Christian Magnee 2022 1B (Mid- Michigan CC) Travis Parsons 2023 2b (uncommitted) | David Lally RHP/SS 2022 (Notre Dame) Hunter Ames UTL 2022 (Hope College) Nathan Helms RHP/IF 2022 (Northwood) Kyle Keener RHP/1B 2022 (Lansing CC) Braxton McVicar LHP 2022 (Albion) Dylan Bowen 2022 OF (Delta CC) Connor Cooper 2022 OF (Delta CC) Christian Magnee 2022 1B (Mid- Michigan CC) | Travis Parsons Cole Mead 2023 OF/RHP | Nathan Fidelino Bryce O'Mara RHP | Trey Williams Chris Worley Nate Szcembara Liam Compton | |
774 | Parma Western Panthers | Russ | Gaston | 16-13 / 59-42 | 2 | 7/2 | With 7 starters and 2 top of the rotation arms coming back, we have high expectations within the I-8 and our District. | 1. Team Defense 2. Team Offense 3. Team Chemistry | Nolan Wheeler, INF/P, 2022, L/R, All-Region/All-Conference - .429, 5 2B, 4 3B, 2 HR Caden Oliver, C, 2023, R/R, All-District - .405, 5 2B, 2 3B | Nolan Wheeler | Caden Oliver Drew Braun C/INF, 2023, R/R - .318 AVE, .415 OBP | Jack LaPorte | N/A | |
775 | Grosse Pointe Woods University Liggett | Dan | Cimini | 31-5 (470-105) | 3 | 9/5 | We return all of our starters back from our State Championship team. I look forward to playing in the CHSL Central Division this Spring which is one of the toughest HS baseball divisions in the state. | 1. Experience 2.Pitching 3. Defense 4. Speed 5. Offense | 1.Kurt Barr 2022, RHP/INF, 6'4 190-pounds-Captain, University of Michigan signee 2. Matthew Greene 2022 OF/INF/P 5'10 185-pounds -Captain, R/R uncommitted. 3.Jarren Purify 2023, SS 185-pound-Captain, R/R University of Michigan commit. 4. Reggie Sharpe 2024 MIF 5'9 175-pounds, R/R University of Michigan commit. 5.Oliver Service 2023 C/OF 5'11 210-pounds, R/R University of Texas commit. 6. Jack Jones 2023 RHP/OF/1B, 6'4 215-pounds, R/R Michigan State University commit. 7.Ryan Jones 2023 OF/C/1B 6'4 215-pounds, R/R uncommitted. 8. Preston Barr 2024 3B/P/MIF 6'4 210-pounds, R/R uncommitted. 8. Joey Randazzo 2023 OF/MIF/P, 5'9 160-pound, R/R uncommitted. 9. Ryan Knaebel 2023 OF/P, 5'9 160-pounds,R/R uncommitted. 10. Jake Martin 2023 C, 5'11 200-pounds, R/R uncommitted. | Kurt Barr; Matthew Greene | Jarren Purify; Oliver Service; Jack Jones; Ryan Jones; Joey Randazzo; Jake Martin; Ryan Knaebel | Reggie Sharpe; Preston Barr | Blake Ilitch 2025 RHP | |
776 | Merrill Vandals | David | DeBeau | 376 - 590 | 4 | 0/0 | We had a strong JV team last season and looking for them to have strong season again in 2022. | We have a lot of guys who can play many different positions well. So pitching and defense should be our strong point. | Caden Fleming and Kaleb Walker both Jr's | None | Caden Fleming and Kaleb Walker | None | Ethan Mattson | |
777 | Vassar Vulcans | Jason | Hahn | 10-20-4 | 3 | 8/5 | Last year, we were extremely young, starting 6 underclassmen. I’m hoping that experience of playing at the varsity level will result in a far better season. We have a great core of players that will return and lead our team. | 1. Defense 2. Game knowledge | 1. Manee Mendham, P/3b, 2022, 5’8 155 lbs, R/R, 3 year starter, last year .360 BA, 35 r 18 rbi, 26 steals. 2. Nate Whitney, P/1b, 2023, 5’10 215 lbs, 2 year starter, .338 ave, .524 OBP 27 RBI 3. Dustin Henderson P/Util 2nd year starter, .299 ave, 17 rbi, 16 r | Manee Mendham | Nate Whitney, Dustin Henderson | Landon Gonzales | Trever Gleeson, Layton Cartner, Cheven Lesko | |
778 | Salem High School | John | Wright | 13-23 / 119-92 | 1 | 8/8 | I am very excited! Our players have been working very hard in the offseason. | 1. offense, 2. Leadership, 3. Defense | Robert Ahlgren 3b/RHP, Ben Cannon C/OF, Anthony Clements CF, Alex DeAngelis P, Lucas Dieffenbaugher SS, Dylan Fleming 2B, Owen Lundh 1B, Kyle Moran C, Avery Saterlee, OF/P, Garrett Southern P, Mark Szymanki P, Eric Sheppard Utility, P. | Anthony Clements, Dylan Fleming, Owen Lundh | Robert Ahlgren, Eric Sheppard, Ben Cannon, Luke Dieffenbaugher, | Aaron Pryce | N/A | |
779 | Kalamazoo Christian Comets | Jim | Deters | 18-15/76-54 | 4 | 2/3 | The Comets have a lot to replace after losing 8 seniors from the 2021 squad but with some key arms returning and some new faces to add depth, they are looking forward to another competitive season. With a tough schedule on the books, the young Comets with have to learn on the fly, but by state tournament time they will be battle tested and experienced. | 1. Starting pitching 2. Defense 3. Power 4. Position Player Depth | JJ Manion, SS/RHP, 2023, 6-2/170, R/R, 2-yr starter, PBR #63 in 2023 class. Last Year Stats - .326 AVG, 3 2B, 2 3B, 30 RBI, 31 R, 11 SB, Note: injured and not able to pitch, mostly DH Will Zuiderveen, OF/RHP, 2022, 6-1/190, R/R. Last Year Stats - .344 AVG, 8 2B, 13 RBI, 21 R, 8 SB Jake McClure, RHP/2B, 2022, 6-0/160, L/R. Last Year Stats - 4-2, 4.70 ERA, 19 K, 25.1 IP | Will Zuiderveen Jake McClure | JJ Manion Jacob Munson | N/A | Patrick Vance Reed Jonkman Carter Manion | |
780 | Swartz Creek Dragons | Nick | Bierman | New Head Coach | 1 | 5/4 | We will be placing a strong emphasis on our pitching and the defense. There will be many opportunities for players to step up and help solidify the pitching staff. I'm excited to start the season and begin working with this group to get better everyday and reach our fullest potential as a team. | Great leadership and off season commitment. | Ben McGhee-Britt 1B/RHP, Cameron Spencer IF/OF, Drew Shultz LHP/CF, Jackson Serges OF/RHP, Connor Cassavoy 1B/3B, Caleb Hall LHP/OF | Ben McGhee-Britt, Cameron Spencer | Drew Shultz, Carter Pyle SS/3B, Evan Lloyd C/3B | Ty Moleski OF, Mason Sears 3B/P, Carson Orvis LHP/OF, Andrew Booth RHP/OF, Gabe Britt IF | NA | |
781 | Midland Dow Chargers | Rich | Juday | 27-15 / 97-54 | 1 | 6/5 | We have some key players to replace from last year's final four team, but we will be very athletic and I like our underclassmen and what they will do to fill in those spaces left by such a talented 2021 squad. | 1. Speed 2. Leadership 3. Power 4. Defense 5. Pitching | 1. Jack Bakus, 3B/P, 2023, 6-6 225-pounds, L/R. 2 year starter, Interests from EMU, MSU, WMU. Starting QB on Football Team and heavily recruited, .405 AVG, 8 HR, 41 RBI. 2. Billy Van Sumeran, 1B,/P, 2022, 6-6 220-pounds, R/R. 2 year starter, looking to play professional hockey upon graduation. .356 AVG, 2 HR, 30 RBI. 3. Nolan Sanders, P/OF, 2022, 6-0 175-pounds, R/L, 2 year starter, attending Hope as a student/athlete. .345 AVG, 9 SB, 4.35 40 time, 3-2 pitching record with 3 saves. 4. Dan Kowalczyk, OF, 2022 6-0 190 pounds, R/R, 360 AVG, 2 HR, 24 RBI. 5. Jay Worsley, P/INF, 2022 6-1 180 pounds, L/R, 289 AVG, 1 HR, 13 RBI, 4-1 record with 2 saves. 6. Tom Biacagalupo, C/P/INF, 2023, 6-2 185 pounds, R/R, 402 AVG in limited action 2021. | Nolan Sanders, Bill VanSumeran | 1. Jack Bakus, 2. Tom Biacagalupo, 3. Joe Craig, OF/P, 6-4 200 pounds, L/R 4. Zack Parker, SS/P, 6-1 165 pounds, R/R 5. Ty Biacagalupo, P/INF/OF/C 6-3 185 pounds, R/R | NA | NA | |
782 | Traverse City West / Titans | Matt | Bocian | 27-12 / 324-149 | 1 | 5/4 | Very solid core group of players with a mix of young talented players who are coachable and willing to work hard. | Defense/Pitching | Wyatt Danilowicz - LHP - 2022 Sam Reynolds - INF - RHP - 2022 Gavin Brown - C - 2022 Ian Robertson - INF - 2023 | Wyatt Danilowicz - LHP - 2022 Sam Reynolds - INF - RHP - 2022 Gavin Brown - C - 2022 | Ian Robertson | Quinten Gilliespie - INF/RHP Jack Griffiths - RHP/OF Isaac Kelsey - OF/LHP Maverick Richard - RHP Mike Healy | Owen Hendrix - INF/RHP Caden Stoops - INF/RHP Brayden Popa - INF | |
783 | Essexville Garber Dukes | Jon | Jeczmionka | 26-13/255-104-4 | 2 | Tommy Szczepanski RHP/INF, Baise Millar RHP/INF/C, Micah Irrer C/DH, Colin Sacrider RHP/INF, Cam Rowley OF, Jack Day RHP/INF, Jack Mularz RHP/INF | We have plenty of returning talent and have added a few nice pieces to our 2022 squad. RHP Tommy Szczepanski (University of Michigan) is one of the top pitchers in the state and gives us a great chance to win whenever he's on the hill. Our pitching staff is deep and our conference & postseason hopes will come down to whoever steps up to be a bonafide #2. | Our strength lies in our returning players (10). We expect to be solid defensively with plenty of versatile players able to play multiple positions. | 1. Tommy Szczepanski - Sr. P/INF 1st Team All Conference, 2nd Team All State 4 year varsity player. 2. Micah Irrer - Sr. C/DH/INF 2nd Team All COnference, ALL District. Team leader in BA (451). 3. Blaise Millar - Sr. 1st team All Conference; can play all nine positions. Hit 374 last season. 4. Cam Rowley - Sr. 2nd Team All Conference OF. Hit 382 last season. 5. Jack Mularz - Sr. RHP/INF Hit 324 last year 6. Jack Day - Sr. INF/RHP Best defensive player on the squad last year | 1. Szczepanski 2. Millar 3. Irrer | 1. Landon Sella 2. Ethan Burrows | LHP 6'4" Max Fellows | ||
784 | Northville Mustangs | John | Kostrzewa | 18-16/417-128 | 1 | 5/6 | Excited to get the 2022 season rolling. We have a great group of hard working and dedicated players. It's a good balance of experienced players and new players that have a lot of potential. Individually and collectively there have been tremendous strides this offseason. | I think the overall chemistry and athleticism of the group. | Dante' Nori L/L..2024... outfielder Miss. St. Commit (Frosh starter) Josh Planko R/R ...2022...Pitcher/1B Macallester College Commit Matt Gorski L/L...2022..Pitcher/1B Gabe Clark R/R...2023.. Catcher Luke Brodde R/R...2022...Infielder Zach Jurcisin R/R...2022...Infielder Tyler Ross R/R..2022..Pitcher | Josh Planko Matt Gorski | Gabe Clark Cullen Foley Leo Miksitz | Joey Broughton Dante' Nori Evan Deak Carter Jurcisin Dominic Minghine Trevor Schueller Caden Besko Justin Brown | N/A | |
785 | Lincoln Park Railsplitters | Brian | Amorose | 18-18 | 1 | 7 returning starters | The 2022 season has the potential to go well if we stay healthy. Three quality starters at the top end of the rotation with quality defense behind us. We did lose two real quality hitters in the middle, but we are fast on the bases this year. | Starting pitching, speed. | Evan McIntyre Gavin Hampton Alvaro Hernandez | Evan McIntyre, Gavin Hampton, Alvaro Hernandez, Justin Maldonado | Nate Josepeit | John Baylin | Johnathan Mateo | |
786 | Ann Arbor Pioneer | Bob | Sullivan | 21-16 | 1 | 12/6 | The Pioneers return 12 players from last years District Championship team lead by '22 SS AJ Lewis (Ashland) '22 RHP Schuylar Byrn, '22 CF Cole Allen, '22 INF Noah Bernstein and '23 RHP/OF Julius Kass. The Pioneers will be an experienced team with an influx of talented Juniors and Sophomores expected to play roles during the 2022 season. '23 RHP Joey Wisniewski, '24 RHP/1B Nate Zumbrunnen and '24 RHP/C/SS Avery McEwen. | Leadership, Depth, Defense | AJ Lewis, SS, 22, 5'10, 175lbs R/R - 3 years Varsity player, Ashland commit. Schuylar Byrn, RHP, 22, 6'5 200lbs, R/R. Cole Allen, CF, 22, 5'10, 180lbs, R/R - 3 year starter | Schuylar Byrn, AJ Lewis, Cole Allen, Noah Bernstein, Kyler Heise | Julius Kass, Joey Wisniewski RHP | Avery McEwen RHP, C, SS, Nate Zumbrunnen RHP, 1B, Adam Adair SS, Tys Verhe-Henke RHP/OF | Elliott Pike LHP | |
787 | Oxford Wildcats | Dave | Herrick | 30-8, 102-113 | 1 | 5/5 | I believe our players have been working extremely hard this off season. They have become a very close knit group due to the tragedy we faced. The players know how important this season is for them and our community. | 1. Starting pitching, 2. Leadership, 3. Team Culture | 1. Tony Hatzigeorgiou, IF/RHP, 2022, 5' 11", 195, R/R, 2-year starter, team captain, 2021 All-District, Wayne State recruit, Lansing CC recruit. Last year stats- .420 AVG, 4 2B, 2 3B, 3 HR, 28 RBIs, 32 R, 16 SB 2. Brady Carpenter, OF/RHP, 2022, 6'1", 180, R/R, 4-year starter, 2 year captain, 2021 All-OAA, SVSU commit. Last year stats- .314 AVG, 9 2B, 1 3B, 1 HR, 22 RBIs, 36 R, 24 SB 3. Gavin Walters, C/RHP/3B/1B, 2022, 6'2", 205, R/R, 2-year starter, Lansing CC commit. Last year stats- 10 2B, 2 3B, 1 HR, 15 RBIs, 11 R, 4 wins, 52 K 4. Owen Schihl, 3B,C,RHP, 2023, 6'1" 215, 2-year starter, Davenport recruit,. Last year stats, 4-1, 0.62 ERA, 35 K, 5 BB | Tony Hatzigeorgiou, Brady Carpenter, Gavin Walters | Owen Schihl | Jay Cady | ||
788 | Walled Lake Northern Knights | Pete | Lamerato | 26-14/260-266 overall (121-77 at WLN) | 1 | 5/9 | Even though we graduated a large group after last season's district championship, we have a great group of juniors and seniors that are quite talented. We return 10 players who played last year and contributed to the varsity team as well as 9 experienced pitchers, including 3 of our top 4 starting pitchers return. Ty Stepek returns as one of the best players in the state of Michigan and will be expected to handle the pitching staff. Robbie Whelan returns after breaking many of our team records last season going 9-0 on the mound with 4 saves and a 1.53 ERA. | 1. Starting pitching and depth at catcher. 2. Strong defense and 3. Legitimate 9 man lineup that will score a lot of runs with power and contact 4. Team leadership and buy in to work together. | Ty Stepek, C, INF, P, 2022, 6-2/180-pounds, R/R, 3-year starter, team captain, Grand Valley State commit. Last year Stats: .444 AVG, 17 2B, 5 3B, 6 HR, 41 RBI, 42 R, 23 SB. Robbie Whelan, P/OF, 2022, 5-10/165-pounds, R/R, 2-year Varsity pitcher, team captain. Last Year Stats: 9-0, 1.53 ERA, 54K, 20 BB Nick Skiver, 2B/SS, 2022, 5-8/150-pounds, L/R, 2-year starter, team captain. Last Year Stats: .421 AVG, 10 2B, 2 3B, 22 RBI, 31 R, 21 SB | Ty Stepek, Robbie Whelan, Nick Skiver, Ashton Stants, P/OF, 2022, 6-3/185-pounds R/L, 2 year varsity player; Brady Beckstrom P/1B, 2022, 6-5/190-pounds, R/R, 2 year varsity; | Jonah Farabi, P/3B/SS, 2023, 5-10/160-pounds, R/R 2 year varsity. Jake Winn, P/1B, 2023, 6-1/220-pounds, R/R, 2 year varsity. Eric Rapp, SS/3B/P, 2023, 6-0/170-pounds, R/R, 2 year varsity. Adam Davis, 1B/OF/P, 2023, 6-0/190-pounds, L/L Nick McCormick, INF/P, 2023, 6-3/185-pounds, R/R | Samuel Korus, P/1B/3B/OF, 2024, 6-1/180-pounds, R/R Billy Helka, C/INF/OF/P, 2024, 5-10/160-pounds, R/R Nathan Ray, P/OF, 2024 6-3/165-pounds, R/R Noah Lamerato, SS/3B/2B/P, 5-9/145 pounds, R/R Anthony Estrada, 3B/SS/P, 6-0/155-pounds, R/R | N/A | |
789 | Wyandotte Bears | Brian | Cotner | 17-18 / 348-258 | 1 | 5 / 3 | The Bears have a lot returning and intend on contending for the league title. Led by Donavan Canterberry (Sr - Xavier) and Manny Gutierrez (Jr - uncommitted) on the mound, the pitching should be in good hands. Both will also lead the team with the bat. Tyler Kurdi (Jr), Keegan Rose (So), Jadn' McGowen (Fr) and Robbie Longoria (Sr) will be expected to have big roles and will be big factors in the success of Wyandotte. | 1. Leadership 2. Starting Pitching 3. Hitting 4. Defense | Donavan Canterberry, SS/P, 2022, 6-0/195, R/R, 4 yr starter, team captain, Xavier recruit. Last year stats - .317 AVG, 10 2B, 2 3B, 15 RBIs, 33 R, 30 SB. 6-4, 1.58 ERA, 68 K, 11 BB Manny Gutierrez, OF, P, 2023, 5-8/165, L/L, 3 yr starter, team captain, uncommitted. Last year stats - . 398 AVG, 12 2B, 1 3B, 28 RBIs, 20 R, 6 SB. 1-6, 3.86 ERA, 49 K, 29 BB | Donavan Canterberry Robbie Longoria Shawn DeLeon | Manny Gutierrez Tyler Kurdi Jason Pente | Keegan Rose | Jadn' McGowen | |
790 | East Jordan | Tom | Reid | 11-16/81-119-2 | 3 | 6/4 | With the strong leadership and talent we have returning, I believe this team can make a significant run through the state tournament and should compete for a conference title. | 1. Leadership 2. Starting Pitching 3. strong bats | 1. Thomas Reid III, SS/3B/RHP, 2022, 5'11", 185 lbs, L/R, 3-yr starter, All State HM 2021, team captain, Grand Rapids Community College commit, 2021 stats-.540 avg, 13 2B, 4 3B, 4 HR, 28 RBI, 20 runs, 9 SB, 5-3, 1.76 ERA, 1 save, 85 K, 27 BB 2. Ben Reid, C/1B, 2023, 6'1", 190 lbs, L/R, 2-yr starter, all conference 2021, 2021 stats- .328 AVG, 10 2B, 1 3B, 18 RBI, 6 runs 3. Kaleb Schroeder, 2B/RHP, 2022, 6'1", 155 lbs, R/R, 2-yr starter, team captain, Bay College CC commit, 2021 stats-.200 avg, 3 2B, 5 RBI, 11 runs, 9 SB, .455 OBP, 1-4, 8.70 ERA, 18 K, 19 BB 4. Dawson Carey, SS/RHP, 2023, 5'10", 170 lbs, R/R, 2-yr starter, 2021 stats-.232 AVG, 2 2B, 1 3B, 4 RBI, 18 runs, 10 SB, 1-3, 7.76 ERA, 16 K 5. Hayden Peck, CF, 2022, 5'9", 165 lbs, R/R, 2-yr starter, 2021 All conference HM, 2021 stats-.243 Avg, 2 2B, 1 3B, 1 HR, 2 RBI, 22 runs, 7 SB 6. Mason Malpass, 1B, 2022, 6'5", 185 lbs, L/L, 2-yr starter, 2021 all conference, 2021 stats-.315, 1 2B, 6 RBI, 11 runs, 9 SB | 1. Thomas Reid III 2. Kaleb Schroeder 3. Hayden Peck 4. Mason Malpass | 1. Ben Reid 2. Dawson Carey | 1. Lucas Stone | 1. Brenden Aenis 2. Eli Burns | |
791 | Zeeland West Dux | Adam | Locker | (33-9 / 189-119-1) | 1 | 5 / 4 | We have a team that plays hard and has a great time doing it. | Pitching | Josh Agar (LHP), Carter Hughes (RHP) | N/A | Josh Agar, Carter Hughes, Simon Moore | N/A | N/A | |
792 | Bloomfield Hills | Rich | Krentz | 0-0 | 1 | 5/3 | New Vision and New Era for Bloomfield Hills Blackhawks Baseball | New Coach with no background with this program. Unknown at this time | Aaron Martin, Robert Newlund, Shane Winter, Jack Boike, James Forner | See above | Jack Friesen, Rusty Oddo | Brandon Newlund | N/A | |
793 | Ludington Orioles | Evan | Kroeze | 22-11 | 2 | 6/5 | We are extremely excited about this years team. We have a great senior class of 6 that have built great culture within the program. This group has worked their tails off and are some of the highest character players I have been around during my 13 years of being part of Ludington Baseball. Obviously we still have a lot of work to do and have to prove it on the field, but we are ready for the opportunity. | 1.Character/Work Ethic 2. Defense 3. Speed 4. Hitting 5. Pitching | Stephen Weinert, C/OF, 2022, 3-year starter, captain, .459, 6 2B, 5 3B, 36 RS Gabe Hogenson, OF, 2022, 3 year starter, captain, .390, 26 RBI, 24 RS | Stephen Weinert Gabe Hogenson | N/A | Evan McCarthy, SS/OF, 2024, 2nd year as a starter, .355 average | ||
794 | Divine Child Falcons | Dan | Deegan | 16-18/82-76 | 2 | 4/4 | Team will be led by it's starting pitching and defense. | 1. Leadership, 2. Starting Pitching, 3. Experience | 1. Owen Avery, RHP/3B, '23, 6' 220 lbs, 3 year starter, team captain. Grand Valley recruit. .290 AVG. 5-4 W/L, 3.09 ERA, 114 k's, 59.3 IP 2. Jack Zang, LHP/1B, '23, 6'3, 210 lbs. 4 year varsity player. Has D1 offers. .303 AVG., 29 RBI, 6 2B. 3. Carson Sampson, CF, '23, 5'11, 160 lbs, 3 year varsity starter. 4. Bronson Pawson, RHP, '23, 5'9, 145 lbs. | 1. Owen Avery, RHP/3B, '23, 6' 220 lbs, 3 year starter, team captain. Grand Valley recruit. .290 AVG. 5-4 W/L, 3.09 ERA, 114 k's, 59.3 IP 2. Jack Zang, LHP/1B, '23, 6'3, 210 lbs. 4 year varsity player. Has D1 offers. .303 AVG., 29 RBI, 6 2B. 3. Tyler Kostora, C/2B, '24, 5'8, 180 lbs. 2 year varsity player. .300 AVG., 22 RBI. 4. Carson Sampson, CF, '23, 5'11, 160 lbs, 3 year varsity starter. | Tyler Kostora | Everette Shumaker, RHP/SS, 6'1, 180 lbs. | ||
795 | Notre Dame Prep | Jason | Gendreau | 25-9 / 35-17 | 2 | 3 / 2 | We will be a young team looking for regular season growth towards the post season | leadership, toughness, hungry | Luke Babich, RHP/OF. Michael Sadecki, RHP/C/IF | none | none | Owen Marks, LHP | Roman Cherfoli, SS | |
796 | Forest Hills Eastern Hawks | Ian | Hearn | 29-11 | 2 | 5/5 | The Hawks have a solid, talented, and experienced group back that have played a lot of baseball. The Team is Forest Hills Eastern's strength. | Chemistry, experience, and overall ability. | Evan Parks, SS/P, 2022, 6'3, 190, L/R signed with Butler. Leo Hearn, Catcher, 2022, 6'2.5", 215, L/R signed with Bowling Green. Jacob Pallo, P/INF, 2023, 6'2, 175, R/R uncommitted. Brian Messing, INF, 2022, 6'2, 165, R/R uncommitted. Ashton Feenstra, LHP, 2022, 6'4, 180, L/L uncommitted. Caleb Kuiper, RHP, 2022, 6'0, 180, R/R uncommitted. | Evan Parks, Leo Hearn, Brian Messing, Ashton Feenstra, Calen Kuiper, Iwan Sitalo | Jacob Pallo, Collin Fridsma, Mac DenBraber | Matt Stotts, Drew Patten | Brenden Thompson, Max Ferrick, James Dempsey, Max Jerow, Manel Conners, Landen Lindley | |
797 | Trenton Trojans | Todd | Szalka | 31-7 / 315-165-1 | 2 | 5/4 | Losing an MLB draft pick and a D1 arm to graduation is a tough task for any program to overcome. With 5 starters returning, multiple backup players from 2021 being ready to contribute, and players moving up from a 21-4 JV team that is reason for great optimism. There is no shortage of arms in the program, but it will take some time for the pitching pecking order to sort it's way out. In the meantime, Trenton returns All-Region catcher Brock Beaudrie (SR)and All-League outfielder Matt Cheatam (SR). Senior Nick Mator (7 wins), Junior Alex Stepaniak (4 wins), and Josh DeChane (SR) return on the hill with Juniors Joaquin Maldonado and Matt Jividen ready to leave their mark on the program. Senior Blake Brewer returns from an injury his junior year, and as a 6'3" lefty, he will get plenty of pitching opportunities. Newcomers Reece Omodio and Blake Boike, late season call-ups, will be called upon to step into bigger roles all over the diamond. The Trojans also return one of the MHSAA Tournament's hottest players, Senior Braylon Hughes, who will slide over from 2B to SS this season. | Team strength will be Baserunning, Leadership, and Knowledge of the Game. | SR: Brock Beaudrie C (Undecided) 2 year Captain, Matt Cheatam OF (Lansing CC), Nick Mator RHP/1B (Undecided), Braylon Hughes SS (Undecided) Alex Stepaniak RHP/1B '23 (Uncommitted), Joaquin Maldonado LHP/OF '23 (Uncommitted). Our stats are available on GameChanger, if you send me an email and request permission I will allow you access to those. | Brock Beaudrie, Matt Cheatam, Nick Mator, & Braylon Hughes | Alex Stepaniak, Joaquin Maldonado, Reece Omodio, and Blake Boike | Caleb Kidd LHP/OF and Zach Hitchcock LHP/OF | Aston Rooney | |
798 | Paw Paw Red Wolves | Derek | Vanderburg | 8-19-1 | 2 | 7/4 | Looking forward to a bounce back year. Return a core of young players who gained valuable playing experience last year. We have 2 plus arms at the top of our rotation who will keep us in games. If we make the routine plays this year, we will be a competitive team in our league. We are looking forward to an exciting season. | 1. Starting Pitching 2. Team Speed | Remi Hahn, 3B/RHP, 2023 Jake Hindenach INF/RHP, 2024 Joe Miller INF/OF, 2023 Cullen Sylvester OF/P, 2022 Brayden Pease OF/P, 2022 Jacob Major C, 2024 Matthew Hartman OF, 2023 | Brayden Pease Cullen Sylvester | Remi Hahn Joe Miller Matthew Hartman Nick Boyd | Jake Hindenach Jacob Major | N/A | |
799 | Troy Colts | Tim | Mullen | 19-17 | 1 | 5 / 7 | We should pitch and field well as we return our entire IF and our top 3 pitchers. Our lineup will be the question mark as we lost 4 big bats. | Pitching | Austin Cicerone, SS/P, 6-0/190 pounds, Jr, two year starter. Last Year .394 AVG, 12 2B, 1 3B, 2 HR, 25 RBI, 39 R, 15 SB, 3.4 ERA, 39K, 10 BB, 43 inn | N/A | Austin Cicerone | N/A | N/A | |
800 | Ionia Bulldogs | Jason | Lundstrom | 15-23 | 2 | 5/6 | Looking forward to competing and playing. We're very excited to see how our players respond to good competition. | 1. Depth in pitching 2. Team Speed 3. Hitting | Ethan Bowen P, Jr., Kane Lundstrom Of, P, Jr., Danny McCoy P, C, Jr. Tanner Gregory Sr. Of | Tanner Gregory Sr. Austin Hillabrandt Sr., AJ Castillo Sr. | Ethan Bowen Jr., Kane Lundstrom Jr., Danny McCoy Jr. | Carter Castillo, Tyson McDiarmid, Alex Barr move in, Matt McCoy | N/A | |
801 | Carrollton Cavaliers | Eric | Dalton | 8-23/0-0 | 2 | 6/3 | We are going to be a young squad, as far as experience goes, but I'm excited about our group as they are building and getting better each day to compete at the highest level. | 1. Defense 2. Young Arms 3. Team chemistry | Sophomore Grant Wood CF/SS | Andrew Johnson | Nicolas Olivarez | Grant Wood, Cody Sanada, Hunter Enos | N/A | |
802 | Grand Ledge High School Comets | Grant | Householder | 37-3 / 37-3 | 1 | 5/5 | We lose experience and veteran leadership, but we bring back a deep roster. Senior Cole Mance is returning all-conference and all-district pitcher that should lead a deep pitching staff. Senior Thomas Kerrigan and Junior Caleb Estrada return for year two, leading a versatile lineup, that features speed, power and fundamentals. Senior Nathan Droste (Olivet College) is an extremely versatile two-way player. Senior Owen Smith (Olivet College) will be one of the top outfielders in the area. With the expectation of the deep Senior class and Junior talent to compete, we are poised to have another extremely successful spring. | 1. Starting Pitching 2. Team Defense 3. Versatility 4. Continuity 5. Coaching | 1. Caleb Estrada, SS, JR, 6'2, 205, R/R, Honorable Mention All-Conference 2. Nathan Droste, MINF, SR, 5'10, 165, R/R, Honorable Mention All-Conference (Olivet College) 3. Cole Mance, INF/P, SR, 5'11, 185, R/R, All-Conference, All-District 4. Thomas Kerrigan, OF/1B, SR, 6'0, 180, L/R, Honorable Mention All-Conference 5. Owen Smith, OF, SR, 6'0, 170, R/R, (Olivet College) | Nathan Droste (Olivet College) Thomas Kerrigan Owen Smith (Olivet College) Carson Winans, P, 6'1, 175, L/L | Caleb Estrada Andrew Konieczny, 1B/OF/LHP, 6'4, 200, L/L Nathan Roskamp, P, 6'0, 160, R/R Leo Lake, C, 5'6, 140, R/R | Noah McCartney, OF/INF, 5'6, 150, R/R Andrew Deibel, C/INF/P, 5'11, 155, R/R Alex Cornman, OF/1B/P, 6'0, 160, R/R Lucas Caterino, 1B/P, 6'0, R/R | Preston Bohnet, INF/C/P Kyle Smith, INF/OF/P | |
803 | Beal City High School - Aggies | Steve | Pickens | 31-3 | 4 | WADE WILSON /PITCHER ,OF , BRENDAN MARTIN /P ,INF, KONNOR WILSON /P, OF , KAIDAN ANDREWS /P, SS, HUNTER MILES /P, OF, CAYDEN SMITH /P, INF, JOSH WILSON /P, BRAYDEN HAYNES /P,C,INF | WE HAVE A GEAT CORE OF RETURNERS FROM LAST YEAR, ALL PLAYERS RETURNING THIS YEAR HAVE HAD VARSITY EXPERIENCE, 5 WITH 4 YEAR EXPERIENCE. HOPE TO REPEAT AS HIGHLAND CONF. CHAMPS AND MAKE A FURTHER RUN FOR A STATE TITLE | 1 BASEBALL KNOWLEDGE, 2 PITCHING, 3 DEFENSE, 4 HITTING, 5 WORK ETHIC | WADE WILSON P,OF, 12TH, 5' 9" 175 lbs.?, B=R, T=R ALL STATE 1ST TEAM, ALL CONFERENCE, ALL AREA last year 4 yr varsity player, last year 386 ave., 24 RBI tied team lead, 7 sb, 6-3 pitching 1.024 ERA BRENDAN MARTIN, P 1ST, 12TH, 6 5" 180 lbs. ? B=R,T=R ALL STATE 2ND TEAM, ALL CONFERENCE, ALL AREA last year 4 yr varsity player. last year 8-0 with 1 save pitching, ERA 1.024. strike out ave per inning 1.29, only walked 4 batter all season BRAYDEN HAYNES, C, INF,OF, 12TH 6'2" 200 lbs.? B=R, T=R, ALL STATE 2ND TEAM, ALL CONFERENCE, ALL AREA last year 4 year varsity player. last year 493 ave. 8 doubles 2 triples, 7 sb KAIDAN ANDREWS, SS, P, 12TH 5'8" 150lbs=R,T=R, ALL STATE 2ND TEAM, ALL CONFERENCE, ALL AREA last year, 4 year varsity player Last year 404 ave., 20 sb team lead, 18 RBI ( lead off hitter) 10 doubles, 1 triple, 1 HR.; 2 -0 with 1 save pitching HUNTER MILES, P,OF, 12TH, 5'9", 165 lbs. ? B=R,T=R last year 439 ave. 2=0 pitching KONNOR WILSON P,OF, 12TH, 6'0" 150 lbs.? B=R,T=R 4 year varsity player. 4-0 pitching CAIDEN SMITH, INF, P, 10TH, 5'7" 140 lbs. ? Last year 316 ave. JOSH WILSON, P,INF, 10TH, 6'3" 205 lbs.?? Last year (limited action) 273 ave JAKE GAUTHIER, C , 10TH 5'5 135 lbs.??? T=R,B=R, 375 AVE | KAIDAN ANDREWS, BRAYDEN HAYNES, BRENDAN MARTIN, WADE WILSON, KONNOR WILSON, HUNTER MILES | -0- ONLY ONE JR IN PROGRAM OUT WITH KNEE INJURY | CAYDEN SMITH, JOSH WILSON, JAKE GAUTHIER | ?????? AT THIS TIME... | |
804 | West Bloomfield Lakers | Josh | Birnberg | 25-15 | 1 | 7/4 | Very excited to build off of last year’s success. We have a lot of really good kids and equally as good players. They are hungry and ready to compete. | Pitching, competitiveness | Matt Fountain, 1B/OF/RHP, 2022 LCC Commit, Tyler Allos OF, 2022 Schoolcraft Commit Josh Weiss RHP/3B Schoolcraft Commit Adrian Epps OF/RHP 2023 top 50 on PBR Logan Pikur RHP/OF 2023 CMU Commit Max Bowers 2023 MIF Brody Pikur RHP/OF 2025 | Matthew Fountain , Tyler Allos, Josh Weiss, Wes Govier | Logan Pikur, Adrian Epps, Max Bowers | NA | Brody Pikur | |
805 | Hackett Catholic Prep | Smiley | Verduzco | 31-9/31-9 | 4 | 6/5 | The team is ready to compete for a State Title again. | 1. Culture 2. Upperclassmen leadership 3. Athleticism | Brenden Collins 6'1" 180 Sr. OF/P 1st Team All-State, .537 Avg. 17 2B, 58 RBI; Nick Verduzco 6'2" 185 Jr. SS 2nd Team All-State, .421 Avg. 13 2B, 54 R; Isaac Backman 5'11" 170 Sr. OF/P .361 Avg. 36 R, 25 SB; Eli Backman 5'8" 150 Soph. 2B .330 Avg, 26 RBI; Patrick Ogrin 5'10" 160 Jr. OF .413 Avg., 20 R; Chris Bullard 6'0" 170 Sr. P 3-0, 4 saves, 3.50 ERA | Brenden Collins, Isaac Backman, Chris Bullard | Nick Verduzco | Eli Backman, Andrew Rann | Preston Cosby, Brooks Basler, Noah Emmer | |
806 | St. Joseph Michigan Lutheran Titans | Cale | Pauley | 19-8 / 47-42 | 4 | 3/3 | We return 3 of our top arms from last season. Although we lost a great senior class I’m looking forward to this group and some of the young talent we have. | 1. Pitching depth. 2. Returning infield depth. 3. Baseball IQ | 1. Jackson Anderson, SS/P, 2023, R/R. 1st Team All Conference. All-Region Infielder. Last year stats- .446 AVG, 9 2B, 1 3B, 25 RBI, 33 R, 29 SB. 3-1 2 SV, 36 K, 29.2 IP. 2. Josh Tahaney, 2022, 3B/P, All-District Pitcher. Last year stats- 5-3 1 SV, 23 K, 45.2 IP. .264 AVG, 19 RBI. 3. Adam Conrad, 1B/P, 2023. .250 AVG, 1 2B, 9 RBI. 1-0, 8 k, 5 IP. | Josh Tahaney | Jackson Anderson, Adam Conrad | Jared DeWeerd OF/P | Ty Johnson INF/P. Micah Herbst OF/P. Colton Stegman C. Ben Liebech INF/P |