Wesleyan Baseball: A Look at the Il Team

Wesleyan Baseball is gearing up for another season and we wanted to take a look at the team. Head Coach Mike Leonard has built a strong squad that will look to make some noise in the conference this year.

Wesleyan Baseball A Look at the Il Team

Wesleyan Baseball A Look at the Il Team is an all-access look at Wesleyan University’s varsity baseball team The book follows the team throughout their journey as they compete in the College World Series

The History of Wesleyan Baseball

The Wesleyan University baseball team has a long and storied history, dating back to the late 1800s. The team has seen many successful seasons, including a recent string of four consecutive conference championships However, the team has also faced its share of challenges, including a nearly twenty-year drought without a conference title Nevertheless, the Wesleyan Baseball Team remains an important part of the university’s athletics program and continues to strive for success on and off the field.

The Wesleyan Baseball Program

Wesleyan University has a long and proud tradition of success on the baseball diamond The Wesleyan baseball program has won 17 NESCAC championships, including two in the last three years (2015, 2017), and has made 12 appearances in the NCAA Division III tournament. Wesleyan has also produced 27 major leaguers, including two who are currently active (Nick Burdi ’14 of the Minnesota Twins and Matt Bowman ’13 of the St. Louis Cardinals).

In recent years Wesleyan has been one of the top programs in Division III baseball The Cardinals have won NESCAC championships in 2015 and 2017, and have made 12 appearances in the NCAA tournament Wesleyan has also produced 27 major leaguers, including two who are currently active (Nick Burdi ’14 of the Minnesota Twins and Matt Bowman ’13 of the St. Louis Cardinals).

The Wesleyan Baseball Program is committed to providing its student-athletes with a first-class experience both on and off the field. The program strives to instill in its players a lifelong love of the game, while also providing them with an opportunity to develop as students and as people.

The Coaches of Wesleyan Baseball

Wesleyan University has a long and proud tradition of excellence in athletics, especially in baseball. The team has been coached by some of the most respected names in the game, including Mark Marquess, Dave Duncan and Frank Maloney. Under their guidance, Wesleyan has won multiple National Championships and sent many players to the majors.

The current head coach of Wesleyan Baseball is Mike Neri, who took over the program in 2016. Coach Neri has continued the team’s tradition of success, leading Wesleyan to a conference championship in his first season at the helm.

As we enter the 2018 season, let’s take a look at the coaches who have helped make Wesleyan Baseball one of the best programs in the country.

The Players of Wesleyan Baseball

The Wesleyan baseball team is made up of some of the most talented and dedicated young athletes in the country. They come from all over the United States as well as Puerto Rico and the Dominican Republic to compete at the Division III level.

Each player on the team brings something unique to the table, and they all share a passion for the Game of Baseball From the moment they step on campus, they are working hard to improve their skills and help the team win games.

The Coaching Staff at Wesleyan is committed to helping each player reach their potential. They provide a supportive environment where players can learn and grow as athletes.

The Wesleyan baseball team has a rich tradition of success. They have won multiple conference championships and have made several appearances in the NCAA Division III World Series

If you are looking for a team to support, look no further than Wesleyan Baseball!

The Wesleyan baseball Schedule

The Wesleyan Cardinals will begin their 2019 season on Saturday, Feb. 23, when they travel to Southern California to take on the University of La Verne. Wesleyan will play a three-game series against La Verne before heading north to take on Chapman University in another three-game series. The Cardinals’ home opener is scheduled for Saturday, March 9, against St. Joseph (Conn.). Wesleyan will play 17 home games at Elisha D. Smith Field at Amerige Point Park in Fullerton, including three NESCAC West contests.

The Wesleyan Baseball Field

The Wesleyan baseball field is home to one of the most successful Collegiate Baseball programs in the country. Located in Central Connecticut Wesleyan has won nine NCAA Division III championships, most recently in 2017. The field is also home to the annual New England Intercollegiate baseball league (NEIBL) Championship game

The Fans of Wesleyan Baseball

Whereas most other programs in the NESCAC are have larger fanbases, Wesleyan baseball seems to suffer from a lack of attention from the student body. A walk around campus on game day reveals that many students are unaware of the game taking place or could not tell you who is playing. For such a prestigious academic institution, this lack of support for Baseball Team is puzzling.

A number of theories abound as to why this is the case. One is that because Wesleyan is located in Connecticut, a state without a professional Baseball team there is simply less interest in the sport. Another possibility is that because Wesleyan does not have a football team (and therefore lacks a fall sports season), students are less likely to be aware of or interested in any of the other sports teams on campus. Whatever the reason, it seems clear that Wesleyan baseball could use more support from the student body.

The Future of Wesleyan Baseball

Wesleyan Baseball: A Look at the Il Team
With a new Head Coach and a strong returning core of players, the Wesleyan University baseball team is poised for a breakout season in 2018.

under the guidance of new Head coach Mike Leonard, the team is looking to improve on its 2017 record of 15-17.

The future looks bright for Wesleyan baseball, with a strong core of returning players and some promising newcomers joining the team. With Coach Leonard at the helm, the Cardinals are looking to make some noise in the 2018 season.

Wesleyan Baseball in the News

In the News:
-The Wesleyan Argus: “Wesleyan Baseball Loses to Trinity in Season Opener”
-The Hartford Courant: “Wesleyan Defeats UConn 9-8 in Ten Innings”
-The Middletown Press: “Wesleyan Baseball Wins NESCAC Championship”

Wesleyan baseball is a program with a rich history dating back to 1881. The team has won 12 conference championships, made nine trips to the NCAA Division III tournament and reached the College World Series three times. In 2017, Wesleyan won its first NESCAC championship and advanced to the NCAA Division III tournament for the sixth time in program history. The team finished the season with a 31-12 overall record and a 13-5 mark in conference play