2013 Baseball Program Guide - St. Charles Community College

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A Note From the College President ...
The beautiful SCC baseball diamond is ready once again for competitive intercollegiate action. The Cougars, under the direction of
Coach Chris Gober, have worked hard in the off-season to put together another exciting product on the field this spring. We invite
students, faculty, staff and the community to attend our home games.
The campus community will swell with Cougar pride as we cheer on a young and talented baseball team. This season brings new
faces both in the lineup and in the classroom, and we look forward to watching the program continue to grow and improve.
We salute the Cougar baseball players as they work toward a successful season. We know the men will strive to perform equally
well in the classroom and on the field.
Best Wishes,
Ron Chesbrough
College President
A Note From the Director of Athletics ...
The 2013 season is upon us. We are really excited to get out on the fields and play ball. Our schedule is competitive and our
facilities continue to improve.
Our fans are outstanding in their support of our teams and in rooting us on to victory. Our coaches and student-athletes are
focused, striving for excellence on the field and in the classroom. Our graduates continue to support the program, some assisting
us in the coaching arena. The athletes are good campus citizens and have been volunteering their assistance with various campus
projects.
I encourage you to visit our campus and enjoy some excellent competition between the SCC Cougars and other great teams. You
can’t go wrong by rooting for the Cougars. Be sure and wear your maroon and gray to show everyone your Cougar Pride!
Best Wishes,
Chris Gober
Athletics Director
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About St. Charles Community College ...
2013 Schedule
TIME DATE OPPONENT LOCATION
SCC is a publicly supported, comprehensive community college established to serve
residents of the St. Charles Community College District. The campus is situated on
235 acres in central St. Charles County on Mid Rivers Mall Drive in Cottleville, near the
neighboring community of St. Peters.
SCC has certificate and degree programs, including transfer programs (to four-year
colleges and universities), and a wide variety of courses in more than 40 career
pathways. In addition, there are continuing education courses and customized
training programs developed to meet the interests and needs of county residents
and businesses. The Division I athletics program, which consists of the men’s baseball
team, women’s fast-pitch softball team, and women’s and men’s soccer, was started
in 1995-96. SCC is a member of the National Junior College Athletic Association.
SCC endorses and implements a policy of equal opportunity in employment and admission.
Quick Facts
School Information
Address: 4601 Mid Rivers Mall Drive
Cottleville, MO 63376-2865
College Athletic Department:
Room 104, College Center
Founded: 1986
Enrollment: 7,724 (unaudited figure)
Mascot: Cougar
Colors: Maroon & Gray
Home Field: St. Charles Community
College Athletic Complex
Affiliation: National Junior College
Athletic Association (NJCAA)
Division I; Midwest Community
College Athletic Conference
Conference : MCCAC
College President: Ron Chesbrough
Athletic Director: Chris Gober
Athletic Director Phone: 636-922-8211
Best Time to Call: 8 a.m.-3:30 p.m.
Athletics Office Phone: 636-922-8250
Coaching Staff
Head Coach: Chris Gober
E-mail: cgober@stchas.edu
Assistant Coach: Pat Clooney
E-mail: pclooney@stchas.edu
Assistant Coach: Don Lisi
E-mail: dlisi@stchas.edu
Facilities Director: Al Koehler
Grounds Supervisor: Dan Porter
Athletic Secretary: Becky Witt
Softball Phone: 636-922-8487
Softball Fax: 636-922-8204
Best Time to Call: 9 a.m.-2 p.m.
Media Relations
Sports Information Director:
Heather McDorman
Office Phone: 636-922-8277
Fax: 636-922-8279
E-Mail: hmcdorman@stchas.edu
Website: stchas.edu
6p...................2/8 (F).......................LSU Eunice..............................Eunice, LA
1p..................2/9 (Sa)......................LSU Eunice..............................Eunice, LA
3p................ 2/10 (Su).....................LSU Eunice..............................Eunice, LA
1p.................2/23 (Sa).....................Fontbonne......................St. Charles, MO
1p................ 2/28 (Th)....................Three Rivers...................Poplar Bluff, MO
1p..................3/2 (Sa)................. McHenry County.................St. Charles, MO
1p................. 3/3 (Su).....................Three Rivers..................... St. Charles, M0
1p..................3/5 (Tu).......................Kaskaskia............................ Centralia, IL
1p..................3/7 (Th).................... Mineral Area.....................St. Charles, MO
1p..................3/9 (Sa).................... Mineral Area........................ Park Hill, MO
noon............ 3/10 (Su).................... Waubonsee.....................St. Charles, MO
1p.................3/12 (Tu).....................Fontbonne......................... St. Louis, MO
1p................ 3/14 (Th)............... .Lindenwood-Belleville.............. O’Fallon, IL
2p.................3/16 (Sa).......................Delgado..................... New Orleans, LA
1p................ 3/17 (Su).......................Delgado..................... New Orleans, LA
1p.................3/19 (Tu)............... .Southwestern Illinois................Belleville, IL
1p.................3/22 (Fr)................Jefferson College.................St. Charles, MO
1p................ 3/24 (Su)................Jefferson College................... Hillsboro, MO
1p.................3/26 (Tu)...................Lewis & Clark....................St. Charles, MO
1p.................4/02 (Tu)...................Lewis & Clark........................ Godfrey, MO
1p..................4/6 (Sa)........................Crowder........................St. Charles, MO
noon............. 4/7 (Su)........................Crowder........................St. Charles, MO
1p................ 4/11 (Th)............... .St. Louis Comm. College......St. Charles, MO
1p.................4/13 (Sa)............... .St. Louis Comm. College......... St. Louis, MO
1p.................4/16 (Tu)............... .Southwestern Illinois...........St. Charles, MO
1p................ 4/18 (Th)...................North Central........................ Trenton, MO
1p.................4/20 (Sa)...................North Central....................St. Charles, MO
1p.................4/23 (Tu)...................... Lakeland........................St. Charles, MO
1p................ 4/25 (Th)...................Maple Woods....................St. Charles, MO
1p.................4/27 (Sa)...................Maple Woods.................. Kansas City, MO
1p................ 4/28 (Su).................... Wentworth...................... Lexington, MO
TBA...............5/8-5/12 .............. .Region XVI Tournament.........................TBA
TBA...............5/7-5-19............... .South Central District.............................TBA
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About the Coach
Chris Gober enters his 16th season looking to guide St. Charles Community College to another 30-win season. Since taking over
the helm, Gober has recorded a total of 314 wins, which rank most by a head coach in Cougar history.
He also helped produce nine players who have been drafted and/or signed professional contracts and 30 Cougars who have
earned first team All-Midwest Community College Athletic Conference honors. Six of his student-athletes have gone on to
garner All-American honors and 16 have received first team All-Region XVI accolades.
About the Assistant Coach
CHRIS GOBER
HEAD Coach
Pat Clooney enters his third season as a member of the St. Charles Community College coaching staff. Coach Clooney handles
the pitching coach responsibilities and first base coaching duties.
Clooney’s ties to St. Charles Community College began in 2000 as a player. He was a starter on the Cougars pitching staff
for two years, and his success led him to an All-Mid West Community College All-Conference selection in 2001 as a pitcher.
Clooney continued his playing career at William Woods University.
PAT CLOONEY
Assistant Coach
About the Assistant Coach
Don Lisi enters his second season as a member of the St. Charles Community College coaching staff.
Coach Lisi works with the pitchers.
Coach Lisi was an All-Region XVI selection in 2009 as a pitcher for Crowder. Lisi continued his playing
career at Oklahoma State University and finished his collegiate career at the University of Central
Missouri. Coach Lisi previously played for the River City Rascals
DON LISI
Assistant Coach
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Cougar baseball young, but talented
Sixteen year Head Coach Chris Gober and Assistant Coaches Patrick Clooney and Don
Lisi are looking forward to the 2013 campaign ...
This year’s edition of the Cougar baseball team is an interesting mix. The Cougars
return seven players who saw considerable playing time during 2012. St. Charles has
also added seven talented transfers who should make significant contributions. That
combined with a solid freshman recruiting class makes the outlook for 2013 quite
promising.
Gone from the 2012 pitching staff are 10 pitchers who combined to throw 74 percent
of the total innings pitched for the Cougars, but the 2013 staff is not without experience.
Five sophomores will be counted on as the staff’s foundation. Returnee, Danny
Droege went 3-3 with 2 saves and a 4.10 ERA in 2012.
“Danny is a guy that throws the ball in the middle to upper 80s and has good-off
speed stuff,” said Gober.
He will be a starter on the 2013 staff and we look for him to have a big year.
Sophomore Aaron Bedsworth will once again be a fixture in the starting rotation.
Bedsworth comes off of a hard luck 2012 season that saw him post a 1-4 record with
a 4.15 ERA.
“Aaron pitched well before injury shortened his season. He will be one of our top two
guys,” said Gober.
Right hander Brennan Callaway rounds out the trio of returning starters. Callaway
posted a 2-3 record as a freshman with a 5.77 ERA. Brennan should again be a fixture
in the starting rotation. The Cougars also return valuable sophomores in Jon Willie
and Patrick Shumway. Willie is making the transition from outfield to the mound and
will pitch primarily out of the bullpen. Shumway is a finesse guy who will be used
out of the bullpen. Both will see ample mound time in the 2013 season.
Seven freshman including one transfer
round out the 2013 pitching corps. Heading
the list are three right-handers and
two lefties who have the ability to pitch
as starters or relievers. Lefty Spencer
Pugh will work as a starter. Tome
Kirkland has all the tools to be a starter
or a closer. Andrew Hughes could see
time in middle relief or as a spot starter.
Transfer D.J. Scott is expected to battle
for time for a spot in the rotation.
Freshmen right-handers Josh Lachnit,
Steph Grosch and Otto Schmidt will
provide additional options out of the
bullpen.
CHRIS GOBER
Head Coach
Defensively, in 2013, Joe Gardner, Matt Fisher and Austin Avalos will battle for time
behind the plate. Freshmen Austin Boden and Zach Elledge will compete for the first
base job. Second base will be handled by Trey Pirkle and Kevin Henke. The shortstop
job is up for grabs between Daniel Seddon and Brady Reising. Freshmen Zach Herman
and Jack Manley will via for playing time at third base.
New additions to the outfield include transfers Ethan Schlesener and Brad Chapman.
Schlesener will start in center and Chapman in left. Brendan Grelle, Jack Toler and
Ben Weeks will provide depth in the outfield.
2012-13 Quick Facts
2012 Overall Record: 15-36
2012 MCCAC Record: 8-12 (4th)
2012 Postseason: 5th Region XVI
Lettermen Returning: 5
Position Players Returning/Lost: 1
Pitchers Returning/Lost: 5
Newcomers: 23
Region XVI Championships: 1 (2000)
RETURNING STARTING PLAYERS FOR 2013
Jon Willie
RETURNING PITCHERS FOR 2013
Aaron Bedsworth
Danny Droege
Brannon Callaway
KEY POSITION PLAYERS LOST FROM 2012
Jimmy Obermark
KEY PITCHERS LOST FROM 2012
Cody McGill
TOP NEWCOMERS FOR 2013
Ethan Schlesener
Spencer Pugh
Brad Chapman
Joe Gardner
Zach Herman
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Cougars 2013-14 Roster
NO. NAME POS B/T HT WT HIGH SCHOOL HOMETOWN
PITCHERS
21 Aaron Bedsworth LHP L/L 6’0 200 New Bloomfield New Bloomfield, MO
33 Brannon Callaway RHP R/R 6’0 185 Francis Howell O’Fallon, MO
32 Danny Droege LHP R/L 5’9 160 Lafayette Wildwood, MO
18 Stephan Grosch RHP R/R 6’1 170 Eureka grover, MO
38 Andrew Hughes RHP R/R 6’7 215 Northwest Cedar Hill, MO
35 Tome Kirkland RHP R/R 6’2 205 Rogersville Rogersville, MO
19 Josh Lachnit RHP R/R 6’0 175 Glendale springfield, MO
44 Spencer Pugh LHP L/L 6’0 210 Orchard Farm St. Charles, MO
23 Otto Schmidt RHP R/R 5’10 160 Seckman imperial, MO
34 D.J. Scott LHP L/L 6’1 185 Nixa springfield, MO
28 Patrick Shumway RHP R/R 6’1 185 Valley Park st. Louis, MO
26 John Willie LHP R/L 6’4 200 Francis Howell North St. Peters, TX
CATCHERS
16 Austin Avalos Catcher R/R 6’0 170 Parkway South ballwin, MO
25 Matt Fisher Catcher R/R 5’10 160 Northwest Cedar Hill, MO
5 Joe Gardner Catcher R/R 6’0 195 Francis Howell Central St. Charles, MO
INFIELDERS
24 Austin Boden 1B R/R 5’11 185 Francis Howell Central St. Peters, MO
12 Kevin Henke 2B-SS R/R 5’11 170 Francis Howell North St. Charles, MO
22 Zach Elledge 1B L/L 6’2 205 Kickapoo springfield, MO
7 Zach Herman 3B R/R 6’0 185 Rogersville springfield, MO
4 Jack Manley 1B-3B R/R 6’0 180 Lindbergh st. Louis, MO
3 Trey Pirkle 2B R/R 5’10 170 Holt Wentzville, MO
1 Brady Reising SS R/R 5’10 175 Fox arnold, MO
15 Daniel Seddon SS R/R 5’11 170 Fort Zumwalt South St. Peters, MO
OUTFIELDERS
9 Brad Chapman OF R/R 6’0 215 Fort Zumwalt East St. Peters, MO
8 Brendan Grelle OF R/R 5’11 175 Fox arnold, MO
11 Ethan Schlesener OF R/R 6’1 185 Rogersville springfield, MO
20 Jack Toler OF R/R 6’2 200 Parkway South Des Peres, MO
6 Ben Weeks OF R/R 5’11 185 Eureka Wentzville, MO
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AUSTIN
AVALOS
CATCHER
AARON
BEDSWORTH
PITCHER
16
player profile
21
player profile
HEIGHT
WEIGHT
CLASS
BATS/THROWS
HOMETOWN
HIGH SCHOOL
MAJOR
6’0”
170
FRESHMAN
RIGHT/RIGHT
BALLWIN, MO.
PARKWAY SOUTH
EDUCATION
HEIGHT
WEIGHT
CLASS
BATS/THROWS
HOMETOWN
HIGH SCHOOL
MAJOR
6’0”
200
SOPHOMORE
LEFT/LEFT
NEW BLOOMFIELD, MO.
NEW BLOOMFIELD
CIVIL ENGINEERING
outlook
Will compete for playing time behind the plate. Might also battle for a spot as designated
hitter. Solid catch and throw player with quick release. Has worked hard on the
defensive part of his game. Strong player with gap-to-gap power. Average speed on
the bases. A real competitor with a strong work ethic.
high school
Parkway South High School, 2012. Played for Coach Adam Stahl. Earned two varsity
letters in baseball. Hit .333 with 1 RBIs and 8 stolen bases in 2012. Named West
County High School Baseball Offensive MVP in 2010. As a junior, hit .250 with 1 RBIs.
Honor roll student.
personal
Born Aug. 30. Full given name is Austin James Avalos. Nickname is Double A. Career
ambition is to be a high school teacher and coach. Chose SCC over Mineral Area
College. Son of James Avalos and Jennifer Williams. Enjoys fishing, playing Xbox and
hanging out with friends and family. Favorite food is pizza. Favorite TV show is Family
Guy. Favorite musical artist is Pitbull. Favorite movie is Major League. Person in history
he’d most like to meet is Teddy Roosevelt. Favorite athlete is Derek Jeter. Favorite class
is psychology. His prized possession is his car. Team he would like to see added to the
SCC schedule is Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College.
outlook
Returning sophomore lefty who will compete for a spot in the starting rotation. Good
pitchers frame. One of the best conditioned athletes on the 2013 squad. His fastball
reaches the low to mid 80s. Has all the tools necessary to be an outstanding pitcher.
Extremely bright with an outstanding work ethic.
high school
New Bloomfield High School, 2011. Played for Coach Brandon Talbot. Earned three
varsity letters in baseball and three in basketball. Earned First Team All-State as a
utility player in 2011. Named Conference MVP. Posted a 5-1 record splitting time on
the mound and in the outfield. Made 8 pitching appearances, all starts, with 40 Ks in
37 innings pitched with a .81 ERA. As a senior, led New Bloomfield hitting .473 with
7 doubles, 1 triple, 2 home runs and 27 RBIs. Three-time selection to the Academic
All-Conference team.
personal
Born April 13. Full given name is Aaron Baxter Bedsworth. Nickname is Bedsy. Career
ambition is to get his master’s of engineering. Chose SCC over Missouri S&T. Son of
Susan and Todd Bedsworth. Has a sister, Sydni, and a brother, Zach. Favorite athlete is
Skip Schumacher. His prized possession is his truck. Team he would like to see added
to the SCC schedule is Pensacola Junior College.
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AUSTIN
BODEN
FIRST BASE-THIRD BASE
BRANNON
CALLAWAY
PITCHER
24
player profile
33
player profile
HEIGHT
5’11”
HEIGHT
6’0”
WEIGHT
185
WEIGHT
185
CLASS
FRESHMAN
CLASS
SOPHOMORE
BATS/THROWS
RIGHT/RIGHT
BATS/THROWS
RIGHT/RIGHT
HOMETOWN
ST. CHARLES, MO.
HOMETOWN
O’FALLON, MO.
HIGH SCHOOL
FRANCIS HOWELL CENTRAL
HIGH SCHOOL
FRANCIS HOWELL
MAJOR
CRIMINAL JUSTICE
MAJOR
BUSINESS
outlook
Freshman infielder that will compete for playing time at both corners and at
designated hitter. Strongest part of his game is with the bat. Adds a right-handed
bat to the 2013 squad. Good speed in the field and on the bases. Strong and accurate
throwing arm. A real competitor with a strong work ethic.
high school
Francis Howell Central High School, 2012. Played for Coach Ray Howard. Earned three
varsity letters in baseball. As a senior, helped lead Howell Central to a 22-5 record.
Hit .284 with 2 doubles, triple, 13 RBIs and 8 stolen bases in 2012. A three-time
All-Academic All-Conference award member.
personal
Born Oct. 1. Full given name is Austin Randall Boden. Nickname is AB. Career ambition
is to be a police officer. Chose SCC over STLCC Meramec. Son of Randy and Sandy
Boden. Has a sister, Ashley, and a brother, Alexander. Enjoys all outdoor activities and
hanging out with friends and family. Favorite food is steak. Favorite TV shows are
SportsCenter and Swamp People. Favorite movie is Coach Carter. Person in history
he would most like to meet is Elvis. Favorite athlete is Derek Jeter. Favorite class is
math. Team he would most like to see added to the SCC schedule is Johnson County
Community College.
outlook
Sophomore righty that will be in the starting rotation. Gained valuable experience in
2012 as both a starter and reliever. Pitches in the middle 80s. Has the ability to locate
his off-speed stuff. Provides the 2013 staff with a different look. Has all the tools
necessary to be an outstanding pitcher. Adds depth to the pitching staff.
high school
Francis Howell High School, 2011. Played for Coach Tony Perkins. Earned one varsity
letter in baseball. Earned All-GAC Second Team honors as a pitcher. Helped Francis
Howell earn the Missouri class 4A state title. As a senior, posted a 7-1 record on the
mound. Worked 36.3 innings with a 3.66 ERA. Played summer baseball for the St.
Charles Capitals. Named to the 2011 SLABBA All-Star game.
personal
Born July 11. Full given name is Brannon Roderick Callaway. Nickname is BC. Career
ambition is to be an accountant. Chose SCC over Southwestern Illinois College. Son
of Anne and James Callaway. Has a sister, Katie. Enjoys hockey and video games.
Favorite food is buffalo chicken dip. Favorite TV show is Prime 9 on MLB Network.
Favorite musical artist is Drake. Favorite movie is Happy Gilmore. Person in history he
would most like to meet is Babe Ruth. Favorite athlete is Mike Trout. Team he would
most like to see on the SCC schedule is Triton College.
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BRAD
CHAPMAN
OUTFIELD
DANNY
DROEGE
PITCHER
9
player profile
32
player profile
HEIGHT
WEIGHT
CLASS
BATS/THROWS
HOMETOWN
HIGH SCHOOL
MAJOR
6’0”
215
SOPHOMORE
RIGHT/RIGHT
ST. CHARLES, MO.
FORT ZUMWALT EAST
PSYCHOLOGY
HEIGHT
WEIGHT
CLASS
BATS/THROWS
HOMETOWN
HIGH SCHOOL
MAJOR
5’9”
160
SOPHOMORE
RIGHT/LEFT
WILDWOOD, MO.
LAFAYETTE
NURSING
outlook
Joined the team in the fall as a transfer, after playing his freshman season at Maple
Woods Community College. Comes to SCC after a highly successful prep career. Will
compete for playing time in the outfield corners. Gets good jumps on balls and
utilizes excellent speed. Will hit in the middle of the order. Gap-to-gap type hitter
with excellent power to all fields. A real competitor with a strong work ethic.
high school
Fort Zumwalt East High School, 2012. Played for Coach Russ Hill. Earned three varsity
letters in baseball. As a senior, helped lead East to a 21-9 record. Earned Honorable
Mention All-State honors in 2011. Named First Team All-GAC in 2011. Hit .463 with
9 doubles, 4 triples and 1 home run, 24 RBIs in 2011. Named First-Team All-GAC in
2011. As a junior, hit .383 with 5 doubles, 8 triples and 1 home run with 22 RBIs.
Academic All-Conference.
personal
Born Sept. 25. Full given name is Bradley James Chapman. Nickname is Chap. Chose
SCC over Maple Woods Community College. Son of Larry and Kris Chapman. Has a
sister, Brynley. Enjoys bowling. Favorite food is buffalo wings. Person in history he
would most like to meet is Jesus. Favorite athlete is Ryan Howard. Team he would like
to see added to the SCC schedule is Garden City Community College
outlook
Sophomore lefty that will compete for mound time as a starter. Outstanding work
ethic. Throws his fastball in the mid to upper 80s. Has all the tools necessary to be an
outstanding pitcher. Gained considerable experience in 2012 as both a reliever and
spot starter. Defends his position well. The best competitor among the 2013 pitching
staff.
high school
Lafayette High School, 2011. Played for Coach Boyd Manne. Earned two varsity
letters in baseball and two in wrestling. Made five appearances as a senior going
0-0 with 5 innings pitched and a 5.25 ERA. Played summer 2011 ball for Ballwin
American Legion Post 611. Made 12 appearances going 4-2 with a 3.27 ERA in 43
innings pitched. Recorded 39 strikeouts against 16 walks. Played 2012 summer ball
for Ballwin American Legion. Made 13 appearances with a 5-3 record. Threw 60
innings with 72 Ks and a 1.74 ERA.
personal
Born May 15. Full name is Danny Joseph Droege. Chose SCC over Southeast Missouri
State University. Son of Carla and Eugene Droege. Has a brother, Brian. Person in history
he would most like to meet is John F. Kennedy. His most prized possession is his
glove. Team he would like to see added to the SCC schedule is SEMO.
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ZACH
ELLEDGE
FIRST BASE
MATT
FISHER
CATCHER
22
PITCHER
player profile
25
player profile
HEIGHT
6’2”
HEIGHT
5’10”
WEIGHT
205
WEIGHT
160
CLASS
FRESHMAN
CLASS
FRESHMAN
BATS/THROWS
LEFT/LEFT
BATS/THROWS
RIGHT/RIGHT
HOMETOWN
SPRINGFIELD, MO.
HOMETOWN
CEDAR HILL, MO.
HIGH SCHOOL
KICKAPOO
HIGH SCHOOL
NORTHWEST R-I
MAJOR
BUSINESS
MAJOR
CRIMINAL JUSTICE
outlook
Talented freshman transfer from Southwest Baptist University. Will fight for playing
time at first base and designated hitter. Solid defender with tools. Strong throwing
arm. Average speed in the field and on the bases. Strongest part of his game is at the
plate. Will hit somewhere in the middle of the order. Counted on as a run producer.
high school
Kickapoo High School, 2012. Played for Coach Jason Howser. Earned two varsity
letters in baseball. Had his senior season cut short by injury with a torn ACL. Played
in only 10 games, hitting .400 with 3 doubles and 2 home runs. Played summer
baseball for Kickapoo’s American Legion team in 2012. Hit .435 with 10 doubles, 3
home runs and 31 RBIs.
personal
Born Aug. 20. Full given name is Zachary Richard Elledge. Career ambition is to work
for the U.S. government. Chose SCC over Southwest Baptist University. Son of Glen
and Ruth Elledge. Has a sister, Rachel. Enjoys video games and hanging out with
family and friends. Favorite food is steak. Favorite TV show is Swamp People. Favorite
musical artist is Mac Miller. Favorite movie is The Shawshank Redemption. Person
in history he would most like to meet is Ty Cobb. Favorite athlete is Adrian Peterson.
Team he would like to see added to the SCC schedule is Santa Fe College.
outlook
Comes to St. Charles after a highly successful prep career. Will compete for playing
time behind the plate, and may also battle at designated hitter. Solid catch and throw
player with a quick release. Has worked hard on the defensive part of his game.
Strong player with gap-to-gap power. Good speed in the field and on the bases. A
real competitor with a strong work ethic.
high school
Northwest High School, 2012. Played for Coach Chad Lembach. Earned three varsity
letters in baseball, two in football and two in basketball. Hit .231 with 3 doubles,
7 RBIs and 6 stolen bases in 2012. As a junior, hit .484 with 7 doubles, 1 triple, 1
home run, 11 RBIs and 21 stolen bases. Holds the record at Northwest for assists by
a catcher. Played point guard on the basketball team. U.S. Army National Scholar.
Four-year honor roll student.
personal
Born July 16. Full given name is Matthew Richard Fisher. Nickname is Fish. Career
ambition is to work for the Missouri Highway Patrol. Chose SCC over Lewis & Clark
and Lindenwood University. Son of Rick and Karen Fisher. Has a sister, Amanda.
Team he would most like to see on the SCC schedule is Pitt Community College. Most
people don’t know that Matt is a black belt.
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BRENDAN
GRELLE
OUTFIELD
STEPH
GROSCH
PITCHER
8
player profile
18
player profile
HEIGHT
WEIGHT
CLASS
BATS/THROWS
HOMETOWN
HIGH SCHOOL
MAJOR
5’11”
175
FRESHMAN
RIGHT/RIGHT
ARNOLD, MO.
FOX
BUSINESS
HEIGHT
WEIGHT
CLASS
BATS/THROWS
HOMETOWN
HIGH SCHOOL
MAJOR
6’1”
170
FRESHMAN
RIGHT/RIGHT
GROVER, MO.
EUREKA
CRIMINAL JUSTICE
outlook
Freshman that is expeced to fight for a starting outfielder spot, but could see time in
all three outfield positions and at designated hitter. Solid tools in every aspect of the
game. Strong player that has flashed occasional power at the plate in the fall. Good
speed in the field and on the bases. Strong and accurate throwing arm.
high school
Fox High School, 2012. Played for coach Neil Richardson. Earned two varsity letters in
baseball and two in football. Earned 1st Team All-Suburban West honors as a senior.
Hit .319 with 5 doubles, 3 home runs, 15 RBI’s and 12 stolen bases in 2012. As a
junior, hit .387 with 2 doubles, 1 triple, 3 home runs and 15 RBI’s.
personal
Born December 7, 1993. Full given name is Brendan Luc Grelle. Nickname is Grelle.
Career ambition is to operate his own business someday. Chose SCC over Rend Lake
and Harris Stowe State College. Son of Larry and Kathy Grelle. Has three sisters, Emily,
Madision and Hannah, and three brothers, Brett, Peyton and Connor. Enjoys playing
cards and spending time with family and friends. Favorite musical artist is Eli Young
Band. Favorite movie is Avengers. Favorite athlete is David Perron. His prized possession
is his laptop. Team he would like to see added to the schedule SCC is Gulf Coast
Community College.
outlook
Freshman righty who will compete for mound time as a reliever. Provides the 2012
staff with a different look. Has demonstrated the ability to throw his fastball in low
to 80’s. Has all the tools necessary to be an outstanding pitcher. Adds depth to the
pitching staff.
high school
Eureka High School, 2012. Played for coach Jim Daffron. Earned two varsity letters
in baseball. Helped Eureka to a 19-7 record in 2012. As a senior, posted a 1-0 record
with 1 save. Threw 18 innings allowing 7 runs, all earned. Had ERA of 2.67 and
recorded 11 strikeouts. Earned All Suburban West Academic honors.
personal
Born Novemeber 2, 1993. Full given name is Stephan Grosch. Nickname is Steph.
Career ambition is to be a police officer. Chose SCC over Lewis and Clark and John
Wood. Son of Terry and Katy. Has one brother, Matthew, and one sister, Gretchen. Enjoys
sports, movies and playing pool. Favorite food is the Chicken Pot Pie. Favorite TV
show is How I Met Your Mother. Favorite musical artist is Breaking Benjamin. Favorite
movie is The Forty Year Old Virgin. Person in history he would most like to meet is
Albert Einstein. Favorite athlete is Ichiro. Favorite class is Health. Team he would like
to see added to the SCC schedule is Johnson County Community College.
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KEVIN
HENKE
SECOND BASE-THIRD BASE
ZACH
HERMAN
THIRD BASE
12
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7
player profile
HEIGHT
WEIGHT
CLASS
BATS/THROWS
HOMETOWN
HIGH SCHOOL
MAJOR
5’11”
170
FRESHMAN
RIGHT/RIGHT
ST. CHARLES, MO.
FRANCIS HOWELL NORTH
MARKETING
HEIGHT
WEIGHT
CLASS
BATS/THROWS
HOMETOWN
HIGH SCHOOL
MAJOR
6’0”
185
FRESHMAN
RIGHT/RIGHT
ROGERSVILLE, MO.
LOGAN-ROGERSVILLE
EDUCATION
outlook
Freshman infielder, who will also compete for playing time at second and third
base. Strongest part of his game is with his glove. Good on the pivot and good arm
strength. Line-drive type hitter. Good speed in the field and on the bases. A real
competitor with a strong work ethic.
high school
Francis Howell North High School, 2012. Played for Coach Bob Dunahue. Earned two
varsity letters in baseball. As a senior, helped lead Howell to a 19-10 record. Hit .284
with 2 doubles, 1 home run, 18 RBIs and 4 stolen bases in 2012. Played summer ball
for the St. Charles Capitals, hit .402 with 10 doubles, 4 triples, 2 home runs and 13
RBIs. Earned Gateway Athletic Conference All-Academic honors.
personal
Born Feb. 23. Full given name is Kevin David Henke. Career ambition is to open his
own business someday. Chose SCC over Mineral Area College and Lindenwood
University. Son of Mike and Diane Henke. Has a brother, Hayden. Enjoys bowling,
playing cards, hanging out with friends and family. Favorite foods are pizza and
buffalo chicken wraps. Person in history he would most like to meet is Christopher
Columbus. Favorite athlete is Brandon Phillips. His prized possession is his car. Team
he would like to see added to the schedule is Copiah-Lincoln Community College.
outlook
Talented freshman infielder who will see playing time at the corners. Solid defender
with all the tools. Strong and accurate throwing arm. Good speed in the field and
on the bases. Strongest part of his game is at the plate. Will hit somewhere in the
middle of the order. Will be counted on as a run producer. A real competitor with a
strong work ethic.
high school
Logan-Rogersville High School, 2012. Played for Coach Brad Lotz. Earned four varsity
letters in baseball and three in football. Was named Second Team All-State as an infielder
in 2012. Earned 1st Team All Conference as a senior. Hit .494 with 10 doubles,
2 triples, 7 home runs and 32 RBIs as a senior. As a junior, hit .438 with 7 doubles, 2
triples, 6 home runs, 27 RBIs and 15 stolen bases.
personal
Born Feb. 11. Full given name is Zachary Conrad Herman. Career ambition is to be a
teacher and coach. Chose SCC over Northeast Oklahoma and Missouri Southern. Son
of Terri and Gary Herman. Has two brothers, Curtis and Bradley, and two sisters, Val
and Stephanie. Favorite musical artist is Nelly. Person in history he would most like
to meet is Albert Einstein. Favorite athlete is David Freese. Team he would like to see
added to the SCC schedule is Johnson County Community College.
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ANDREW
HUGHES
PITCHER
JOE
GARDNER
CATCHER
38
player profile
5
player profile
HEIGHT
WEIGHT
CLASS
BATS/THROWS
HOMETOWN
HIGH SCHOOL
MAJOR
6’7”
215
FRESHMAN
RIGHT/RIGHT
CEDAR HILL, MO.
NORTHWEST
CRIMINAL JUSTICE
HEIGHT
WEIGHT
CLASS
BATS/THROWS
HOMETOWN
HIGH SCHOOL
MAJOR
6’0
195
SOPHOMORE
RIGHT/RIGHT
ST. CHARLES, MO.
FRANCIS HOWELL CENTRAL
BUSINESS
outlook
Freshman righty who will compete for mound time out of the bullpen as a possible
starter. Tall player with good pitchers frame. Has demonstrated the ability to throw
his fastball in the middle 80s. Has all the tools necessary to be an outstanding
pitcher. Adds depth to the pitching staff.
high school
Northwest High School, 2012. Played for Coach Chad Lembach. Earned three varsity
letters in baseball, two in basketball and one in football. In 2012, posted a 2-2 record
working 19 innings with 13 strikeouts. Selected to participate in 2012 SLABA All-
Star Game. Suburban West All-Conference and All-District in soccer as a goalie.
personal
Born Jan. 2. Full given name is Andrew Len Hughes. Career ambition is to go into
law enforcement. Chose SCC over Webster University. Son of Dale and Sally Hughes.
Has a brother, Derrick, and a sister, Courtney. Enjoys all sports and hanging out with
friends. Favorite food is fried chicken. Favorite TV show is Spartacus. Favorite musical
artist is Lonely Island. Favorite movie is Major League. Person in history he would
most like to meet is John F. Kennedy. Favorite athlete is Adam Wainwright. Favorite
class is American government. Prized possession is his glove. Team he would most
like to see added to the SCC schedule is Webster University.
outlook
Talented sophomore catcher whose defense is the strongest part of his game. Played
at St. Louis Community College in 2012. Will compete for playing time behind the
plate. Excellent receiver that handles pitchers well. Good catch and throw player with
quick release. Line-drive type hitter. Will hit somewhere in the middle of the lineup.
Extremely intelligent and mature.
high school
Francis Howell Central High School, 2011. Played for Coach Ray Howard. Earned two
varsity letters in baseball. As a senior, hit .238 with 6 doubles and 1 home run.
personal
Born June 6, 1993. Full given name is Joseph Glenn Gardner. Nickname is Joey. Career
ambition is to be a stockbroker. Chose SCC over Meramec and Fontbonne Univeristy.
Son of Glenn and Mara Gardner. Has one sister, Erin. Enjoys watching movies, working
out and going to Blues games. Favorite food is crab legs. Favorite TV show is Tosh.O.
Favorite musical artist is Toby Keith. Favorite movie is The Shawshank Redemption.
Person in history he would most like to meet is Abraham Lincoln. Favorite athlete
is Yadier Molina. Favorite class is history. His prized possession is his glove. Team he
would like to see added to the SCC schedule is Fort Scott Community College.
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TOME
KIRKLAND
PITCHER
JOSH
LACHNI T
PITCHER
35
player profile
19
HEIGHT
WEIGHT
CLASS
BATS/THROWS
HOMETOWN
HIGH SCHOOL
MAJOR
6’2”
205
FRESHMAN
RIGHT/RIGHT
ROGERSVILLE, MO.
LOGAN-ROGERSVILLE
BUSINESS
HEIGHT
WEIGHT
CLASS
BATS/THROWS
HOMETOWN
HIGH SCHOOL
MAJOR
6’0”
175
FRESHMAN
RIGHT/RIGHT
SPRINGFIELD, MO.
GLENDALE
BIOLOGY
outlook
Big, strong freshman righty who could be a diamond in the rough. Will compete for
mound time as a reliever. Could possibly develop into a closer. Provides the 2013 staff
with additional depth. Fastball sits in the mid-to upper-80s. Knows how to pitch and
get hitters out. Has demonstrated the ability to throw to get a strike. Outstanding
work ethic.
high school
Logan-Rogersville High School, 2012. Played for Coach Brad Lotz. Earned two varsity
letters in baseball and two in football. As a senior, appeared in 10 games on the
mound making eight starts. Worked 44 innings en route to posting a 7-1 record with
two saves. Had a 1.57 ERA with 44 strikeouts. As a junior, appeared in 9 games, posting
a 5-1 record. Threw 36 innings with a 2.53 ERA to go with 31 strikeouts.
personal
Born Dec. 29. Full given name is Tome Lee Kirkland III. Nickname is T. Career ambition
is to own his own business. Chose SCC over Northeast Oklahoma, Missouri Southern
and Johnson County Community College. Son of Leon Kirkland. Has one sister, Bailey.
Enjoys hunting and fishing. Favorite musical artist is George Strait. Favorite movie is
Happy Gilmore. Person in history he would most like to meet is Muhammad Ali. Favorite
athlete is Adam Wainwright. Prized possession is his state championship ring.
outlook
Freshman righty who will compete for mound time out of the bullpen and as a
possible spot starter. Provides the 2013 staff with a different look. Has demonstrated
the ability to throw his fastball in the low 80s. Has all the tools necessary to be an
outstanding pitcher. Adds depth to the pitching staff.
high school
Glendale High School, 2012. Played for Coach Howard Bell. Earned two varsity letters
in baseball. Named Springfield Lead-Off Club Pitcher of the Year for 2012. As a
senior, posted a 6-1 record working 53 innings allowing 25 runs, 14 earned, with 29
strikeouts. Had an ERA of 1.85. Earned First Team All-Ozark Conference honors as a
pitcher in 2012. Played American Legion ball over the summer.
personal
Born May 3. Full given name is Joshua Charles Lachnit. Nickname is Papa J. Career
ambition is to be a physical therapist. Chose SCC over North Central Missouri College.
Son of Mike and Sylvia Lachnit. Has two brothers, Nathan and Noah. Enjoys hockey
and golf. Favorite food is Chinese. Favorite TV show is Workaholics. Favorite musical
artist is Brad Paisley. Person in history he would most like to meet is Abraham Lincoln.
Favorite athlete is T.J. Oshie. Prized possession is his autographed Wayne Gretzky
stick. Team he would like to see added to the SCC schedule is Triton.
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JACK
MANLEY
FIRST BASE-THRID BASE
TREY
PIRKLE
SECOND BASE
4
player profile
3
player profile
HEIGHT
6’0”
HEIGHT
5’10”
WEIGHT
180
WEIGHT
170
CLASS
FRESHMAN
CLASS
FRESHMAN
BATS/THROWS
RIGHT/RIGHT
BATS/THROWS
RIGHT/RIGHT
HOMETOWN
ST. LOUIS, MO.
HOMETOWN
WENTZVILLE, MO.
HIGH SCHOOL
LINDBERGH
HIGH SCHOOL
HOLT
MAJOR
ENGINEERING
MAJOR
EDUCATION
outlook
Freshman infielder who will compete for time at third and second base. Has soft
hands and good range. Makes extremely quick transition on the double-play pivot.
Contact-type hitter. Has worked hard to improve the offensive part of his game.
high school
Lindbergh High School, 2012. Played for Coach Darin Scott. Earned two varsity letters
in baseball and two in football. Earned First Team All-Suburban West honors as a
senior. Hit .405 with 11 doubles, 1 home run and 29 RBIs. Played summer ball for
Lindbergh American Legion. Hit .421 with 6 doubles, 5 triples and 13 RBIs. Selected
as a team captian for Lindbergn’s football team in 2012.
personal
Born May 25. Full given name is James Robert Manley. Nickname is Jack. Career
ambition is to be an engineer. Chose SCC over St. Louis Community College. Son of
Bill and Jeanne. Has two brothers, Kyle and Conner, and a sister, Michelle. Enjoys
all sports and hanging out with friends. Favorite food is a BLT. Favorite TV show is
Workaholics. Favorite musical artist is Jason Aldean. Favorite movie is The Departed.
Person in history he would most like to meet is Ted Williams. Favorite athlete is Derek
Jeter. Favorite class is history. Team he would like to see added to the SCC schedule is
Lama Community College.
outlook
Freshman infielder who will compete for playing time at second base. Smooth in the
field with good range and strength. Strongest part of his game is with the bat. Good
speed in the field and on the bases. A real competitor with a strong work ethic.
high school
Holt High School, 2010. Played for Coach Joel Adam. Earned two varsity letters in
baseball. Earned Second Team All-State honors as a senior. Was First Team All-
Gateway Athletic Conference in 2010. Hit. 397 with 9 doubles, 2 triples, 21 RBIs and
12 stolen bases in 2012. Named First Team All-GAC in 2009. As a junior, hit .377 with
8 doubles, 3 triples, 1 home run, 23 RBIs and 6 stolen bases. Owns the Holt career
record for HBP.
personal
Born Aug. 1. Full given name is James Michael Prikle III. Nickname is Trey. Career
ambition is to become a teacher and coach. Chose SCC over St. Louis Community
College and Lindenwood University. Son of Mike and Teena Pirkle. Has a sister, Katy,
and a brother, Andrew. Enjoys playing cards and hanging out with friends and family.
Person in history he would like to meet is Nolan Ryan. Favorite athlete is Ivan Rodriguez.
His prized possession is a 1944 World Series autographed ball. Team he would
like to see added to the SCC schedule is Iowa Western Community College.
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SPENCER
PUGH
PITCHER
BRADY
REISING
SHORTSTOP
44
player profile
1
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HEIGHT
WEIGHT
CLASS
BATS/THROWS
HOMETOWN
HIGH SCHOOL
MAJOR
6’0”
210
FRESHMAN
LEFT/LEFT
ORCHARD FARM, MO.
ORCHARD FARM
EDUCATION
HEIGHT
WEIGHT
CLASS
BATS/THROWS
HOMETOWN
HIGH SCHOOL
MAJOR
5’10”
175
FRESHMAN
RIGHT/RIGHT
ARNOLD, MO.
FOX
BUSINESS
outlook
Strong freshman lefty who continues to develop. Good pitchers frame. Will compete
for mound time as a starter. Outstanding work ethic, one of the best conditioned
athletes on the 2013 squad. Throws his fastball in the middle to high 80s. Has all the
tools necessary to be an outstanding pitcher. Adds depth to the pitching staff.
high school
Orchard Farm High School, 2012. Played for Coach Phil Kendall. Earned four varsity
letters in baseball and three in football. Was First Team All-State as a senior. Posted a
9-3 record with 2 saves in 2012. Appeared in 16 games working 84 innings with 98
strikeouts and 2.00 ERA. As a senior hit .378 with 11 doubles, 2 triples, 8 home runs
and 27 RBIs. Named 2012 Orchard Farm Football teams MVP.
personal
Born May 22. Full given name is Spencer Jay Pugh. Nickname is Spence. Career
ambition is to be a teacher and coach. Choose SCC over St. Louis Community College
and Culver-Stockton. Son of Dennis and Paula Pugh. Has a brother, Zach, and a sister,
Mackenzie. Enjoys bowling and video games. Favorite food is steak. Favorite movie
is Dumb and Dumber. Person in history he would most like to meet is Tupac Shakur.
Favorite athlete is Chris Carpenter. Favorite class is history. His prized possessions are
his Orchard Farm MVP awards for both baseball and football.
outlook
Talented freshman infielder who will compete for time at shortstop. Soft hands and
good range. Extremely quick transition on the double-play pivot. Contact-type hitter.
Has worked hard to improve the offensive part of his game. Good understanding of
the game.
high school
Fox High School, 2012. Played for Coach Neil Richardson. Earned two varsity letters
in baseball. Earned First Team All-Suburban West honors in 2012 as an infielder. As a
senior, hit .362 with 5 doubles, 19 RBIs and 12 stolen bases. As a junior, in 2011 hit
.300 with 3 doubles, 2 triples, 1 homer and 12 RBIs. Was named All-Suburban West
Conference Honorable Mention as a junior. Was a high school teammate with current
Cougar Brendan Grelle.
personal
Born Dec. 10. Full given name is Brady Joseph Reising. Nickname is B-rise. Career
ambition is to be one day be the GM of the St. Louis Cardinals. Chose SCC over Jefferson
College. Son of Randy and Kia Reising. Has one brother, Koby, and a sister, Kenadi.
Enjoys hunting and fishing. Favorite TV show is Swamp People. Person in history he
would most like to meet is John F. Kennedy. Favorite athlete is David Freese. Team he
would like to see added to the SCC schedule is Parkland College.
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ETHAN
SCHLESENER
CATCHER
OTTO
SCHMIDT III
PITCHER
11
player profile
23
player profile
HEIGHT
WEIGHT
CLASS
BATS/THROWS
HOMETOWN
HIGH SCHOOL
MAJOR
6’1”
185
FRESHMAN
RIGHT/RIGHT
ROGERSVILLE, MO.
LOGAN ROGERSVILLE
BIOLOGY
HEIGHT
WEIGHT
CLASS
BATS/THROWS
HOMETOWN
HIGH SCHOOL
MAJOR
5’10”
160
FRESHMAN
RIGHT/RIGHT
CAPE GIRARDEAU, MO.
SECKMAN
BUSINESS
outlook
Transfer from Iowa Western Community College with a highly successful prep career.
Will split playing time behind the plate and in the outfield. Solid catch and throw
player with a strong arm and quick release. Will hit in the middle of the order.
Gap-to-gap type hitter with excellent power to all fields. Has worked hard on the
defensive part of his game. Good speed in the field and on the bases. A real competitor
with a strong work ethic.
high school
Logan-Rogersville High School, 2012. Played for coach Brad Lotz. Earned four varsity
letters in baseball. Earned First Team All-Conference honors in 2012 Hit .450 with 18
doubles, 10 home runs and 28 RBIs in 2012. As a junior, hit .410 with 15 doubles, 8
home runs 30 RBIs. Also played prep football
personal
Born Nov. 23. Full given name is Ethan Lyle Schlesener. Nickname is E. Career ambition
is to play professional baseball or be a biologist. Chose SCC over Iowa Western
Community College. Son of Jeff and Jana Schlesener. Has two brothers, Travis and
Jacob. Enjoys hunting. Favorite musical artist is Eric Church. Person in history he
would most like to meet is Hank Williams Jr. Favorite athlete is Yadier Molina. Team
he would like to see added to the SCC schedule is Iowa Western Community College.
outlook
Freshman righty who will compete for mound time out of the bullpen and as a possible
spot starter. Provides the 2012 staff with a different look. Has demonstrated the
ability to throw his fastball in the low 80s with good run. Has all the tools necessary
to be an outstanding pitcher. Adds depth to the pitching staff.
high school
Seckman High School, 2012. Played for Coach Brad Hagedorn. Earned two varsity
letters in baseball and three in football. In 2012, posted a 3-5 record working 41 innings
allowing 32 runs with 18 earned. Had an ERA of 3.07 and tallied 25 strikeouts.
Played summer ball for the Jefferson County Blazers. On the mound went 2-1 with a
4.41 ERA. Threw a total of 34 innings, allowed 47 hits and struck out 28.
personal
Born March 22. Full given name is Otto Schmidt III. Nickname is Toe. Major is general
education. Career ambition is to be a physical therapist. Chose SCC over Fontbonne.
Son of Otto and Debbie Schmidt. Has a brother, Christian, and a sister, Gabby. Enjoys
working out, hanging out with friends and video gaming. Favorite TV show is House.
Favorite musical artist is Luke Bryan. Person in history he would most like to meet is
Babe Ruth. Favorite athlete is C.J. Wilson. Prized possession is his 1982 World Series
baseball. Team he would like to see added to the SCC schedule is Triton.
17 st. charles community college

D.J.
SCOTT
PITCHER
DANIEL
SEDDON
SHORTSTOP
34
player profile
15
player profile
HEIGHT
6’1”
HEIGHT
5’11”
WEIGHT
185
WEIGHT
170
CLASS
FRESHMAN
CLASS
FRESHMAN
BATS/THROWS
LEFT/LEFT
BATS/THROWS
RIGHT/RIGHT
HOMETOWN
SPRINGFIELD, MO.
HOMETOWN
ST. PETERS, MO.
HIGH SCHOOL
NIXA
HIGH SCHOOL
FORT ZUMWALT SOUTH
MAJOR
CRIMINAL JUSTICE
MAJOR
ACCOUNTING
outlook
Sophomore lefty mid-year transfer from Missouri State University. Good pitchers
frame. Will compete for mound time as a starter. Outstanding work ethic. Throws
his fast ball in the low to mid 80s. Has all the tools necessary to be an outstanding
pitcher. Adds depth to the pitching staff.
high school
Nixa High School, 2010. Played for Coach Howard Greenwood. Earned two varsity
letters in baseball. Senior season was cut short by Tommy John surgery. Prior to
injury, posted a 3-0 record in 2010. Threw 21 innings with 27 strikeouts and a 1.81
ERA. As a junior on the hill, had a 4-0 record working 30 innings with 33 strikeouts
and 3.46 ERA.
personal
Born March 28. Full given name is Dennis Jay Scott. Nickname is D.J. Career ambition
is to work for the U.S. Marshal Service. Chose SCC over Missouri Southern. Son of
Dennis and Kelly Scott. Has a sister, Lacy. Enjoys playing sports and hanging out with
friends. Favorite food is Chinese. Favorite TV show is Justified. Favorite musical artist
is Dierks Bentley. Favorite movie is Pitch Perfect. Person in history he would most like
to meet is Randy Johnson. Favorite athlete is Rick Ankiel. Team he would like to see
added to the SCC schedule is Pearl River Community College.
outlook
Talented redshirt freshman infielder that who compete for time at shortstop.
Transferred from Lindenwood University. Soft hands and good range. Extremely quick
transition on the double play pivot. Contact-type hitter. Has worked hard to improve
the offensive part of his game. Plays with a lot of energy.
high school
Fort Zumwalt South High School, 2011. Played for Coach Keith DeShurley. Earned
three varsity letter in baseball. Earned First Team All-Gateway Athletic Conference
honors in 2011 as an infielder. As a senior, hit .420 with 12 doubles, 3 triples, 2 home
runs, 23 RBIs and 5 stolen bases. Played summer ball for the Wentzville Stallions. As a
junior, in 2010 hit .390 with 6 doubles, 2 homers and 18 RBIs. Received All-Gateway
Athletic Conference Honorable Mention honors in 2010. Was a four-time Gateway
Athletic Conference All-Academic Team member.
personal
Born Oct. 9. Full given name is Daniel Curtis Seddon. Nickname is D. Career ambition
is to be the GM of the St. Louis Cardinals. Choose SCC over Lindenwood University.
Son of Scott and Laura Seddon. Has one brother, Ryne. Prized possession is his 2009
State Championship ring. Team he would like to see added to the SCC schedule is
Hutchinson Community College.
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PATRICK
SHUMWAY
PITCHER
JACK
TOLER
OUTFIELD
28
player profile
20
player profile
HEIGHT
6’1”
HEIGHT
6’2”
WEIGHT
185
WEIGHT
200
CLASS
SOPHOMORE
CLASS
FRESHMAN
BATS/THROWS
RIGHT/RIGHT
BATS/THROWS
RIGHT/RIGHT
HOMETOWN
ST. LOUIS, MO.
HOMETOWN
ST. LOUIS, FL.
HIGH SCHOOL
VALLEY PARK
HIGH SCHOOL
PARKWAY SOUTH
MAJOR
COMMUNICATIONS
MAJOR
BUSINESS
outlook
Sophomore who has transitioned to the mound. Will compete for time out of the
bullpen. Specialist with submarine delivery. Pitches to contact and induces a lot of
ground outs. Competes well and has a strong work ethic. Adds a different dimension
to the 2013 pitching staff.
high school
Valley Park High School, 2011. Played for Coach Brent Gregston. Earned four varsity
letters in baseball. As a senior, hit .189 with 4 doubles and 5 RBIs. Named First
Team All-Conference as a catcher in 2010. Hit for a team high .410 with 4 doubles,
2 triples, 2 home runs and 26 RBIs. As a sophomore, hit .260 with 4 doubles and 10
RBIs. As a freshman, hit .273 with 4 doubles, 1 triple and 2 home runs and 14 RBIs.
Honor Roll student.
personal
Born July 29. Full given name is Patrick Arthur Shumway. Nickname is Patty Shums.
Career ambition is to be a comedian. Choose SCC over Missouri Valley College. Son of
Adrianne and Chris Shumway. Has one sister, Allison. Enjoys squirrel hunting, fishing,
all outdoor activities and texting. Favorite food is peanut butter. Favorite TV show
is Workaholics. Favorite musical artist is Lil Wayne. Favorite movie is Ted. Person in history
he would most like to meet is Albert Einstein. Favorite athlete is Brian Wilson.
outlook
Freshman outfielder who will battle for playing time in leftfield. Strong candidate
for the left-field job. Gets good jumps and has good range. Average throwing arm.
Contact-type hitter who will hit in the top of the order. Good speed on both the bases
and in the outfield.
high school
Parkway South High School, 2012. Did not play high school baseball. Played summer
baseball for the Midwest Chiefs in 2011. Hit .396 with 7 doubles, 5 triples and 1
home run. Tallied 17 RBIs and stole 23 bases.
personal
Born Jan 26. Full given name is John Patrick Toler. Career ambition is to work in large
corporation. Choose SCC over University of Missouri - St. Louis and Maryville University.
Son of Cheryl and Mack Toler. Has one brother, Sean. Brother played college ball
at Missouri State. Enjoys movies and music. Favorite food is chicken. Favorite TV show
is Moonshiners. Favorite musical artist is Louis Armstrong. Person he would most
like to meet is Oprah. Favorite athlete is Lance Armstrong. Team he would like to see
added to the SCC schedule is Wabash Valley Community College.
19 st. charles community college

BEN
WEEKS
OUTFIELD
JON
WILLIE
PITCHER-OUTFIELDER
6
player profile
26
player profile
HEIGHT
5’11”
HEIGHT
6’4”
WEIGHT
185
WEIGHT
200
CLASS
FRESHMAN
CLASS
SOPHOMORE
BATS/THROWS
RIGHT/RIGHT
BATS/THROWS
RIGHT/LEFT
HOMETOWN
WENTZVILLE, MO.
HOMETOWN
ST. CHARLES, MO.
HIGH SCHOOL
EUREKA
HIGH SCHOOL
FRANCIS HOWELL NORTH
MAJOR
PSYCHOLOGY
MAJOR
ACCOUNTING
outlook
Freshman outfielder that will vie for playing time on the corners. Strong candidate
for the left-field job. Gets good jumps and has good range. Above average throwing
arm. Contact-type hitter who will hit in the top of the order. Good speed on both the
bases and in the outfield.
high school
Eureka High School, 2011. Played for Coach James Daffron. Earned two varsity letters
in baseball. Helped Eureka to a 16-10 record as a senior. Hit .200 with 5 stolen bases.
Also played football for Eureka.
personal
Born Oct. 16. Full given name is Benjamin Roy Weeks. Nickname is Super B. Career
ambition is work in management. Choose SCC over Central Methodist College.
Son of Todd and Angela Weeks. Has one brother, Chance, and one sister, Summer.
Enjoys movies, working out and cars. Favorite food is tuna salad. Favorite TV show is
SportsCenter. Favorite musical artist is Garth Brooks. Favorite movie is Rudy. Person in
history he would most like to meet is Jackie Robinson. Favorite athlete is Jose Reyes.
Favorite class is psychology. Team he would like to see added to the SCC schedule is
Johnson County Community College.
outlook
Returning sophomore who will split time between the mound and outfield. New to
pitching, but has the tools to be effective. Fastball sits in the mid 80s, but the coaching
staff thinks there is velocity to be added. Adds depth to the pitching corps. Big,
strong player who could start or relieve. Possess one of the strongest throwing arms
of all the outfielders. A competitor with a strong work ethic.
high school
Francis Howell North High School, 2011. Played for Coaches Bob Donahue and Cliff
Brandon. Earned two varsity letters in baseball. As a senior, hit .323 with 1 double, 3
RBIs. Played summer ball for American National. Hit .292 with 4 doubles, 4 triples, 1
home run and 15 RBIs for the Eagles. Member of the National Honor Society.
personal
Born Nov. 3. Full given name is Jon Matthew Willie. Career ambition is to be an
accountant. Chose SCC over Meramec, Harris Stowe and Lindenwood University. Son
of Carrie and Matt Willie. Has a sister, Lauren. Enjoys working out and music. Favorite
musical artist is Incubus. Favorite movie is Anchor Man. Person in history he would
most like to meet is Roberto Clemente. Favorite athlete is Roberto Clemente. Favorite
class is history. Team he would like to see added to the SCC schedule is St. Louis
University.
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Former Cougars Who Have Moved On
2012
Keaton Baker .......................Hannibal LaGrange
Brandon Huske . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Northwest Missouri State University
Justin Hennig ......................Robert Morris University
Jimmy Obermerk ...................Columus State University
Cody McGill ........................Delta State University
Tristan Speak.......................Bryan College
2011
Ryan Abernathy ....................Northwest Missouri State University
Brian Burwell ......................Quincy University
Aaron Priestes ......................Quincy University
Matt Davidson .....................University of Southern Indiana
Ryan Wilinson ......................Quincy University
Danny Chambliss ...................Harris Stowe
Trevor Manis .......................William player profile Woods
2010
Caleb Piatt .........................Dallas Baptist University
Joe Scanio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Northwestern State University
Drew Boyer ........................Montevallo University
2009
Adam Arnette ......................Central Methodist University
Joe Baumgartner ...................Springhill
Kenny Bechaud.....................University of Missouri St. Louis
Matt Horton .......................University of Missouri St. Louis
Andrew Keating ....................University of Missouri St. Louis
Brian Patrick .......................Lincoln University
John Tierney .......................University of Missouri St. Louis
2008
Ryan Carbah .......................Missouri Western State University
Kyle Chadwell ......................Harris Stowe State University
Jeremy Clubb ......................Harris Stowe State University
Zach Kinkeade......................Missouri Western State University
Matt Macke ........................University of Missouri St. Louis
Dominic Marchesi...................Missouri Western State University
Eric Mitchell .......................Northwest Missouri State University
D. J. Politte.........................Lindenwood University
Matt Riegler .......................Harris Stowe State University
Trenton Sanders ....................Texas Southern University
Trevor Zugmaier ....................University of West Alabama
2007
Bob Bauer .........................University of Missouri - St. Louis
Brett Barylski.......................Lindenwood University
Aren Cummings ....................Southern Illinois University-Edwardsville
Josh Street.........................Southern Illinois University-Edwardsville
2006
Zach Bond .........................Arkansas Tech University
Blane Boss. ........................Northwestern State University
Steve Carter. .......................Lindenwood University
Trey Keene .........................University of Northern Colorado
Adam Minter. ......................University of Northern Kentucky
Robinson Reyes. ....................Lindenwood University
Kyle Smith .........................Bellarmine University
Carlos Suarez. ......................Lindenwood University
Zach Weiss. ........................Arkansas Tech University
2005
Justin Basinger .....................William Woods University
Mike Franz. ........................Truman State University
Chris Danks ........................Lindenwood University
Chris Gillgertsen ....................University of West Alabama
Will Lawrence ....................Murray State University
Greg Rodgers ......................St. Louis University
2004
Mike Buda .........................Western Carolina University
Randy Beilsmith ....................Truman State University
James Guilliams ....................University of West Alabama
Matt Rose .......................University of Missouri – St. Louis
Sean Turner ........................Culver Stockton College
Brooks Winner. .....................Lindenwood University
2003
Tom Becks .........................Southern Illinois University- Edwardsville
Brett Bognar .......................Northwest Missouri State University
Chris Harden .......................Lindenwood University
Mike Kraatz ........................Southeast Missouri State University
Matt Mammen .....................Lindenwood University / Arizona Diamondacks
Mike Mitchell ......................Oakland A’s
2002
Matt Bennett. ......................Brockton Sox
John Bridges ......................St. Louis University
Dane Carver. .......................Missouri Southern State University
Mark Catanzaro. ....................Missouri Southern State University
Dylan Ebert ........................Missouri Southern State University
Kevin Sahrman . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . University of Missouri – St. Louis
2001
Patrick Clooney .....................William Woods University
Mark Craig. ........................Missouri Western State University
Brett Hendrick. .....................Harding University
Chris Maglich ......................Northwest Missouri State University
Stave Maher .......................Lincoln University
Adam Murphy. .....................Mesa State University
Jim Reiter .........................University of Missouri - St. Louis
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Cougar Batting Records
At-Bats in a Season
Runs in a Career
TRIPLES in a SEASON
RBIs in a Career
1. Mike Haftarczyk ..219 .....2000
2. Jim Reiter .......203 .....2000
2. Jeff Walters ......195 .....2000
2. Jeremy Moore....193 .....2000
2. Mike Haftarczyk ..191 .....2001
At-Bats in a Career
1. Mike Haftarczyk ..410 ..2000-01
2. Jim Reiter .......382 ..2000-01
3. Matt Shadow ....332 ..2000-01
4. Trey Keene .......327 ..2005-06
5. Josh Street.......316 ..2006-07
Hits in a Season
1. Mike Haftarczyk ..84 . . . . . . 2000
2. Mike Haftarczyk ..80 . . . . . . 2001
3. Jim Reiter .......70 . . . . . . 2001
4. Chris Harden . . . . . 63 . . . . . . 2003
5. Matt Shadow ....63 . . . . . . 2000
Hits in a Career
1. Mike Haftarczyk ..164 ..2000-01
2. Jim Reiter .......127 ..2000-01
3. Chris Harden . . . . . 124 ..2002-03
4. Josh Street.......121 ..2006-07
4. Caleb Piatt .......121 ..2009-10
Runs in a Season
1. Adam Minter ....54 ......2006
2. Mike Haftarczyk ..53 ......2000
3. Jim Reiter .......51 ......2000
4. Mike Haftarczyk ..50 ......2001
4. Matt Rose .......50 ......2004
1. Mike Haftarczyk ..103 ..2000-01
2. Jim Reiter .......97 ...2000-01
3. Adam Minter ....82 ...2005-06
4. Josh Street. ......74 ...2006-07
5. Chris Harden . . . . . 71 ...2004-05
5. Kenny Bechaud. ..71 ...2008-09
Batting % in a Season
1. Kenny Bechaud. ...463. ....2008
2. Caleb Piatt ........421. ....2010
3. Mike Haftarczyk ...418. ....2001
4. Lance Wilson. .....408. ....1999
5. Chris Harden . . . . . .401. ....2002
Batting % in a Career
1. Kenny Bechaud. ...415. .2008-09
2. Mike Haftarczyk ...400. .2000-01
3. Caleb Piatt ........394. .2009-10
4. Chris Harden . . . . . .393. .2002-03
5. Aaron Priestes. ....386. .2010-11
Doubles in a Season
1. Trey Keene .......22 ......2005
2. Mike Haftarczyk ..21 ......2000
3. Mike Haftarczyk ..19 ......2001
3. Jeremy Moore. ...19 ......2000
3. Caleb Piatt .......19 ......2010
Doubles in a Career
1. Mike Haftarczyk ..40 ...2000-01
2. Trey Keene .......36 ...2005-06
3. Caleb Piatt .......30 ...2009-10
4. Josh Street. ......28 ...2006-07
5. Jeremy Moore. ...27 ...1999-00
1. Mike Haftarczyk ..7 ....... 2001
2. Mike Kraatz ......5 ....... 2003
3. Five tied with 4
TRIPLES in a Career
1. Mike Haftarczyk ..11 ...2000-01
2. Chris Harden . . . . . . 8 ...2002-03
3. Mike Kraatz .......5 ...... 2003
Home Runs in a Season
1. Mike Haftarczyk ..18 ......2000
2. Aaron Priestes. ...15 ......2010
3. Trey Keene .......13 ......2006
4. Brian Carpenter. ..12 ......2001
5. Chris Harden . . . . . 10 ......2003
5. Caleb Piatt .......10 ......2010
Home Runs in a Career
1. Mike Haftarczyk ..25 ...2000-01
2. Trey Keene .......20 ...2005-06
3. Chris Harden . . . . . 19 ...2002-03
4. Aaron Priestes. ...18 ...2010-11
5. Matt Rose .......15 ...2003-04
RBIs in a Season
1. Mike Haftarczyk ..72. ...... 2000
2. Brian Carpenter. ..65. ...... 2001
3. Mike Haftarczyk ..63. ...... 2001
4. Trey Keene .......62. ...... 2006
5. Aaron Priestes. ...54. ...... 2010
1. Mike Haftarczyk ..135 . . 2000-01
2. Trey Keene .......101 . . 2005-06
3. Josh Street. ......92. . . . 2006-07
4. Chris Harden . . . . .86. . . . 2002-03
5. Matt Rose .......79. . . . 2003-04
STOLEN BASES in a SEASON
1. Anthony Brensen .40. ...... 2003
2. Adam Arnette ....25. . . . . . . 2009
3. Jim Reiter .......19. . . . . . . 2000
4. Jeremy Moore. ...16. . . . . . . 2000
4. Adam Rush . . . . . .16. . . . . . . 2009
STOLEN BASES in a CAREER
1. Anthony Brensen .40. ....2003
2. Adam Arnette ....35. . . . 2008-09
3. Jim Reiter .......32. . . . 2000-01
4. Mike Haftarczyk ..24. . . . 2000-01
5. Jeremy Moore. ...23. . . . 1999-00
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Cougar Pitching Records
APPEaRANCES in a Season
WINNING % in a Season
sAVES in a Career
STRIKEOUTS in a CAREER
1. Adam Hayes .......25. . . . . . . . 2000
2. Steve Maher .......22. . . . . . . . 2001
3. Darin Lang.........19. . . . . . . . 2006
3. Glen Roeder .......19. . . . . . . . 2005
4. Five tied with 16
APPEaRANCES in a Career
1. Steve Maher .......39.....2000-01
2. Mark Craig.........33.....2000-01
3. Adam Hayes .......31.....1999-00
4. Mike Buda .........30.....2003-04
5. Mike Franz.........29.....2004-05
STARTS in a Season
1. Joe Curtis..........15. . . . . . . . 2000
2. Mike Buda .........14. . . . . . . . 2004
2. Mike Franz.........14. . . . . . . . 2005
2. Rob Joseph ........14. . . . . . . . 2000
3. Matt Bennett ......13. . . . . . . . 2001
STARTS in a Career
1. Joe Scanio .........23.....2009-10
2. Matt Bennett ......21.....2001-02
2. Joe Curtis..........21.....1999-00
4. Sean Hamln .......19.....2002-03
5. Drew Boyer ........18.....2009-10
WINS in a Season
1. Blane Boss.........9......... 2006
2. Joe Curtis..........8......... 2000
3. Matt Bennett ......7......... 2001
3. Adam Murphy .....7......... 2001
4. 3 tied with 6
WINS in a Career
1. Matt Bennett ......13.....2001-02
2. Blane Boss.........11.....2005-06
3. Mike Buda .........10.....2003-04
3. Aren Cummings ....10.....2006-07
3. Joe Curtis..........10.....1999-00
3. Joe Scanio .........10.....2009-10
1. Bob Bauer .....1.000. ..4-0 . . 2006
2. Adam Camacho . 1.000 . 4-0 . . 2006
3. Aaron Breite ....800 ...4-1 . . 2001
4. Patrick Clooney ..800 ...4-1 . . 2001
WINNING % in a Career
(MIN. 5 DECISIONS)
1. Blane Boss. ...846 . 11-2 . 2005-06
2. Adam Murphy . 778 ...7-2 . . . . 2001
3. Patrick Clooney 692 . 9-4 . .2000-01
3. Trevor Zugmaier 692 . 9-4 . .2007-08
COMPLETE GAMES in a Season
1. Matt Bennett ......7. ....... 2002
2. Blane Boss. ........6. ....... 2006
2. Mike Buda .........6. ....... 2004
3. Aren Cummings ....5. ....... 2006
4. Trevor Zugmaier ....4. ....... 2007
COMPLETE GAMES in a Career
1. Matt Bennett ......9. .....2001-02
2. Aren Cummings ....8. .....2006-07
3. Mike Buda .........7. .....2003-04
3. Trevor Zugmaier ....7. .....2007-08
5. Blane Boss. ........6. .....2005-06
SHUTOUTS in a SEASON
1. Mike Buda ..........4. ....... 2004
2. Matt Bennett .......2. ....... 2002
2. Brett Bognar ........2. ....... 2003
SHUTOUTS in a Career
1. Mike Buda ......... 4 .....2003-04
2. Matt Bennett .......3. ....2001-02
3. Brett Bognar ........2. ....2002-03
2. Trevor Zugmaier .....2. ....2007-08
sAVES in a Season
1. Steve Maher .......14. ....... 2001
2. Darin Lang. .........7. ....... 2006
2. Steve Maher .......6. ........ 2000
1. Steve Maher .......20.....2000-01
2. Ryan Carbah .......11.....2007-08
3. Darin Lang.........7......... 2006
INNINGS PITCHED in a Season
1. Joe Curtis......... 85 2/3 . . . . 2000
2. Mike Buda ........ 84 ........ 2004
3. Matt Bennett ..... 75 2/3 . . . . 2002
4. Blane Boss........ 69 2/3 . . . . 2006
4. Mark Craig........ 69 2/3 . . . . 2000
INNINGS PITCHED in a Career
1. Matt Bennett ...136 2/3 ...2000-01
2. Joe Scanio . . . . . . 131 1/3...2009-10
3. Mike Buda .........131....2003-04
4. Joe Curtis.......117 2/3 ...1999-00
5. Brian Beckmann . 104 2/3...1998-99
ERA in a Season
1. Trevor Zugmaier ....2.23 ...... 2007
2. Blane Boss.........2.41 ...... 2006
3. Zach Tolliver .......2.44 ...... 2010
4. Matt Bennett ......2.56 ...... 2001
5. Matt Bennett ......2.59 ...... 2002
ERA in a CAREER
1. Matt Bennett ....2.57 .....2001-02
2. Blane Boss.......2.62 .....2005-06
3. Trevor Zugmaier ..2.65 .....2007-08
4. Adam Murphy ...2.66 ........ 2001
5. Zach Tolliver .....2.84 .....2009-10
STRIKEOUTS in a Season
1. Matt Bennett ......89........ 2002
2. Blane Boss.........84........ 2006
2. Matt Bennett ......74........ 2001
3. Zach Tolliver .......70........ 2010
4. Mike Buda .........70........ 2004
1. Matt Bennett ......163. ...2001-02
2. Mike Buda .........118. ...2003-04
3. Joe Scanio .........100. ...2009-10
4. Trevor Zugmaier ....95. ....2007-08
5. Blane Boss.........94. ....2005-06
STRIKEOUTS in a GAME
1. Matt Bennett ......12
vs. Southwestern Illinois . . . .3/6/01
1. Matt Bennett ......12
vs. Burlington ............3/10/02
1. Blane Boss.........12
vs. Meramec .............3/25/06
1. Mike Mitchell ......12
vs. Ridgewater............3/11/02
1. Lance Wilson.......12
vs. Ridgewater.............3/8/99
1. Trevor Zugmaier ....12
vs. Jefferson College .......4/16/07
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SCC Baseball Field Facts
Dimensions
Left Field Line: 325 feet
Center Field Line: 390 feet
Right Field Line: 325 feet
Power Alleys: 370 feet
Surface
• Kentucky Bluegrass
• Inground Irrigation
• Subsurface Drainage
Seating Capacity
• Bleachers
• Lawn Seating
• Handicapped Seating
OTHER FACTS & FIGURES
• Located on the northeast corner of
the SCC campus.
• Premier recessed dugouts with
benches; home and visitor bull pens.
• Electronic remote-controlled
scoreboard.
• Warning track composed of 3/16”
crushed red brick.
• Practice area with batting cages
and soft-toss area.
• Infield tarps used for inclement
weather protection
• Maintained by field specialist
with assistance from SCC Grounds
Department.
Sportsmanship Statement
St. Charles Community College supports the highest standards of sportsmanship
during all athletic events, including those sanctioned by the National Junior College
Athletic Association and all other college-sponsored contests.
Please refrain from using foul or abusive language, taunting and/or disrespectful
gestures, whether you are a contest participant, coach, or fan.
– Thank you for your support!
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COUGAR
Contributors
Mr. & Mrs. Pat Mobley
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Team-Work Rehabilitation,
Inc.
Mike Fleutge
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Tinder Box
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