After completing the season in Plano, Tx last month, Coastal Bend Baseball adds to their production of sending student-athletes to four year baseball programs while also helping them pursue a bachelor's degree. Head Baseball Coach, Brian Bauerle has help send over 150 baseball student-athletes to the next level and 26 student-athletes in the past two seasons.
Coach Bauerle on his recent signees: " I'm very proud of what these young men have done for the College, Baseball Program and for themselves as individuals. Hardwork pays off and I couldn't be happier for them on their success."
Josh Burnett recently signed with McMurry University- The Left Fielder appeared in 53 games this season for the Cougars. Burnett hit .290 from the right side of the batter's box, with a team high 11 homeruns, 36 RBI's, scoring 41 Runs with 12 Stolen Bases. Burnett leaves CBC with the most games played with 91.
Head Baseball Coach, Brian Bauerle on Josh Burnett: "Josh has been a great assist for the baseball program on and off the field for us. He tied the single school home run record with 11 and He is a great teammate. Josh was a Dean's List student and academic All American. He's a great representation of a student athlete. The CBC baseball coaching staff commends him for all his hard work & wishes him nothing but the best at McMurry University."
Joel Rodriguez headed to Our Lady of The Lake University- The Centerfielder appeared in 56 games for the Cougars, averaging .292 at the plate with One homerun, 40 RBI's, 18 Stolen Bases and scoring 46 Runs on the season. Rodriguez also 14 Doubles with One Triple.
Coach Bauerle on Rodriguez: "Rodriguez is by far one of the most energized players I've coached between the lines. He's also one of the best centerfielders I've had on my team. Rodriguez set the Baseball program record for Steals in a season with 17 while also hitting 12 Doubles on the year and collecting 50 hits. Rodriguez made some of the best plays out in centerfield I've ever witnessed. The CBC baseball staff wishes him the best at Our Lady of The Lake."
Cody Lee has just signed with LeTourneau University- Lee saw action 28 times this season behind the plate. Lee hit .269 batting average with four home runs, eight doubles and 11 RBI's while scoring 10 runs. Lee also had a 1.000 Fielding Percentage this season,
Coach Brian Bauerle on Cody Lee: " Cody is one of the better receiving and throwing, Catchers I've had. He batted well for us at the regional tournament and was one of the most consistent hitters. Cody has played two years for me and has overcome some injuries that cut into his playing time. It's good to see Cody have the opportunity to play and showcase his skills at the next level."
Adrian Pena on his way to the University of Texas Rio Grand Valley – Pena saw action in 29 games this season for the Cougars and Averaged a .224 at the dish with One Homerun, Five RBI's and One Stolen Base while scoring 12 Runs.
Assistant Baseball Coach, Greg Barbaro on Adrian "AD" Pena: "By personal definition, a catcher is 'A leader whose words and actions improve or bring balance to the lives of his teammates, coaches and others off the field physically, emotionally, and spiritually.' There is no more I can say about AD Peña other than that he is a 'true catcher' which is a reflection of his wonderful family and his loving parents that raised a spectacular young man who will continue to excel at the University of Texas Rio Grand Valley, as a model Student-Athlete."
Tyler Dick is signed to Saint Mary's University- Dick made 13 Appearances for Coastal Bend, Seven of them were Starts. Dick recorded two wins while pitching in 34 complete innings for CBC and striking out 33 batters. The San Antonio native also played outfield, averaging .333 at the plate, collecting two RBI's to his name and also hitting a Triple. Dick also stole four bases on the season.
CBC Pitching Coach, Ryan Benitez on Tyler Dick: "Tyler started out the season slow by making appearances out of the Bullpen. As the season came along, we gave him his first start of the season against LSU- Eunice who is just won the Division II National Championship. Tyler had an awesome outing and kept them where we needed them, but unfortunately we weren't able to put runs across the board. After his first appearance, we decided to bring him into the starting rotation where he proved himself time and time again. Tyler also saw some action in the Outfield for us and did a great job for us when his number was called. Tyler Dick is now committed and signed to Saint Mary's University where he will continue his education and playing career at the NCAA Division II level where we expect great things from him.
Jacob Williamson signed with Texas A&M International University- Williamson made 17 appearances on the mound for Coastal Bend this season, pitching in 20 and a third of an inning, striking out 14 batters. Williamson also recorded three saves on the year for CBC. The Belton native made a total of 32 appearances over the past two seasons.
CBC Pitching Coach, Ryan Benitez on Jacob Williamson: "Jacob Williamson started the season for us by being the first guy out of the Bullpen. He made 10 appearances for us in the first 12 games of the season. Williamson was a sophomore for us that was well trusted in the program, as he earned a spot on the Texas/New Mexico Junior College All Star team as a Freshman. Williamson will be continuing his education and baseball playing career at Texas A&M International University."
Haden Borden headed to Texas A&M International University- Borden made 8 appearances on the season for CBC, pitching eight and two thirds of an inning, striking out 9 batters. Borden also pitched for CBC during the 2017 season, making 11 appearances, pitching in 12 and a third of an inning while striking out 11 batters.
CBC Pitching Coach, Ryan Benitez on Haden Borden: "Borden is one of the few lefties that we had on the pitching staff and would be called upon during certain game situations. Borden was a left that had some velocity with a deep breaking ball that seemed to have some effectiveness towards opposing batters when he executed. Borden is signed and committed to continuing his education and baseball playing career at Texas A&M International University as he'll join fellow teammate, Jacob Williamson."