News Summary
Newberry College is gearing up for the 2025 baseball season with newly appointed head coach Jay Snyder at the helm. With a successful track record of winning seasons, the team aims to build upon its past successes. Key returning players, including Ethan LeBron and Jonathan Velez, along with promising newcomers, are set to strengthen the squad. The Wolves look forward to an intense competitive season, starting with an away game against Barton College and a home stretch at the Smith Road Complex.
Newberry, SC – Newberry College is gearing up for the 2025 baseball season under the guidance of newly appointed head coach Jay Snyder, who previously served as an assistant coach. Coach Snyder has high expectations for the team, aiming to maintain the culture and standards that have made the program successful over the years.
The Wolves have enjoyed remarkable success, achieving winning records in 11 of the last 12 seasons. This includes securing two South Atlantic Conference (SAC) championships and six consecutive winning campaigns in the league. The prior season saw a resurgence of performance, as the team finished strong by winning 22 of their last 36 games after initially struggling to a 4-14 start.
One of the focal points for the upcoming season will be the team’s pitching staff. Key returning pitchers include Ethan LeBron and Hunter French. LeBron, a three-year starter, boasts a career record of 16-10, while French earned third team All-SAC and All-SAC Tournament honors in the previous season. The pitching staff exhibits considerable depth, with multiple players such as John Rollings, Brayden Gilson, Blake Morrison, and Keillor Osbon expected to contribute positively to the team’s performance.
In addition, Jonathan Velez is making his return after a year-long injury absence that kept him sidelined during the entire 2024 season. Velez played a crucial role in the team’s 2023 championship run and his comeback is anticipated to bolster the squad significantly. Newcomers Carson Hayes and Sam Stowe are also expected to make their mark in the upcoming season, bringing fresh talent to the team.
The Wolves’ outfield will see the return of starters Kade Faircloth and Luke Compton, both of whom had impressive seasons last year. While the attention is on the strong outfield and pitching, the team is also looking to enhance its infield performance. Fortunately, several players with valuable experience are back, which should help in this area.
Last season, Newberry College finished tied for third place in the SAC, and expectations are high for this season as competition in the league is predicted to be intense. The team will commence their season on the road against Barton College before returning home for a stretch of 13 consecutive games at the Smith Road Complex.
Adding to the excitement, senior catcher and outfielder Caleb Black from the Mid-Carolina Rebels has announced his commitment to Newberry College, looking to continue both his academic and athletic career at the institution. With all these developments, the Wolves appear poised to make a strong push in the 2025 baseball season.
As the 2025 season approaches, the combination of experienced returnees and promising newcomers under Coach Snyder’s leadership signals a commitment to building on the program’s winning tradition.
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