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NORTHERN STATE UNIVERSITY

 

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Overview

Level: NCAA DII
Conference: NSIC
2024 Record: 19-31
Head Coach: Dean Berry
Head Coach Record: 352-440 

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Who are your top Returners from the 2023 season?

"Brennan Phillips SR. C, Jack Weidner R-JR. OF, Nick Friedges SR. SS, Nick Ochoa SR. 3B." 

What positions are you projecting will be thin and actively recruiting for the fall of 2025?

"Pitching and middle infield."

How many post season appearances have you had with the current Head Coach?

"Five."

What does your spring schedule look like? Non-conference, spring trips, conference play, playoffs?

"50 game schedule, 12 games played in Tuscon AZ, 40 Conference games starting in February."

Any alumni in professional baseball?

"Luke Chevalier-Colorado Rockies, Deacon Burns-Minnesota Twins, Vern Jark-Chicago Cubs, Dick Gernert-Boston Red Sox, Cary Hornaman-Cincinnati Reds."

Why should an athlete choose to be apart of your School/Program?

"Northern State provides you with a top notch education and an opportunity to compete at a very high level. Northern will give you a tremendous college experience on the field and off. The community support is unlike any other place at this level." 

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Coaching Staff

NAME	TITLE
Dean Berry	Head Coach
Brandon Kusler	Assistant Coach (Hitters/Outfielders) / Recruiting Coordinator
Matt Cripsey	Graduate Assistant Coach (Pitchers)
Niko Pezonella	Graduate Assistant Coach (Hitters/Catchers)

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