Apr. 11—LITCHFIELD — Long-time head coach Jeff Wollin is hoping his players' experience from last season helps the Litchfield baseball team get back to its winning ways.
In the 2024 season, the Dragons were 1-13 in the Wright County Conference and 4-17 overall.
"After a challenging 2024 season with an extremely young squad, the Dragons return all but two players," Wollin said. "We're hoping to learn from the experience gained last season, including losing six games by one or two runs. The Dragons look to return to their familiar role as contenders in the ultra-competitive Wright County West and Section 5AA."
Litchfield returns seniors Anthony Estrada, Ben Olson, Ethan Holtz and Carson Brummond.
Estrada is a four-year starter and back as a 6-foot-3 catcher/first baseman who is a "dangerous hitter with great power," according to Wollin.
Olson is a 5-9 shortstop who is a "skilled player with great baseball instincts," Wollin said.
Holtz, a 6-1 third baseman/pitcher, is a "solid all-around player who will hit in the middle of the order and also do some pitching," according to Wollin.
Brummond is a catcher/third baseman who is "hard-working," Wollin said.Juniors looking to help the Dragons have an improved season are: Alex Medina (CF), Jordan Abbott (P/INF), Gideon Boerema (P/IB), Tripp McCann (P/Utility) and Beau Schultz (INF/P).
Possible top newcomers noted by Wollin are: juniors Nick Lehar (1B), Grant Degerud (P/OF), Zach Moes (OF/2B) and Mathias Froemming (INF).
Wollin's coaching staff for the upcoming year is Dion Sussner, Brett Damerow, Joey Hyde, Alex Prieve, Eric Hulterstrum, Zack Piepenburg.
