Westmont's stats have been entered for the 4-0 loss @ Live Oak on 4/27/2023 4:00 PM. A two-time captain and four-year member of the Student-Athlete Advisory Committee, LaTorre was a member of the 2003 Aggie team that advanced to the NCAA Division II World Series. Director of athletics Robert Ruiz has announced the hiring of Tyler LaTorre as the new head coach of Westmont baseball. Westmont baseball has been that for me and I am humbled that God has allowed me to be a small part of something that has rewarded so many people. Cade Pierson, Head Coach They went 45-13 and won a share of the Golden State Athletic Conference regular-season title. LaTorre comes to Westmont from Sacramento State where he served as the pitching and catching coach and recruiting coordinator for the past three seasons. I want to provide each player with the opportunity to achieve excellence in their spiritual lives, academics, and athletics. Ruiz is excited about the opportunity to lead the athletic department. View Profile. On 5/11, the Westmont varsity baseball team lost their home conference game against Willow Glen (San Jose, CA) by a score of 7-5. . Coach of the Year. Landon Boucher, Head Coach The 2019 Warriors rose to as high as #3 in the NAIA Coaches' Poll, their highest ranking in program history, before hostingan NAIA Opening Round Tournament for the second time ever. Jun 01, 2023. Westmont College athlete Shane Hofstadler of Vista has been named the Baseball Player of the Week by the Golden State Athletic Conference after his performance in a three-game sweep of Vanguard last weekend. NCAA Information for Prospective Student-Athletes, Video Platform powered by CBS Sports Digital. Your support of the Westmont College Baseball program is an immediate boost to our group of young players who strive each day to uphold the legacy of excellence that defines this program. As the catching coach, he has coached 4 All-Conference catchers, 2 Gold Glove award winners, and an NAIA All-American. On the field, our team will be prepared and detail oriented. Requirements: Bachelor's degree required, Master's degree preferred. An Ongoing Journey of Success. As a player, LaTorre played four years at UC Davis, played in the minor league systems of the San Francisco Giants and Milwaukee Brewers from 2006 to 2015 and was a member of the Italian National Team from 2012 to 2016. Shane Hofstadler. Tyler LaTorre, Head Coach . Entering his sixth season with the Warrior program, and his first with Coach LaTorre at the helm, Elijah has been tasked with working with the catchers and hitters and leading the program's recruiting efforts. Learn More Baseball Wins National Championship in Idaho On the field, our hope is that we develop our players to have belief in themselves and in their teammates so they may compete together at the highest level. 27A baseball driven over the outfield wall brings with it every batter's big league wish. His players have been named GSAC Scholar-Athletes on 28 occasions and NAIA Scholar-Athletes25 times. Ruth McGolpin, Head Coach Theyll learn accountability, commitment and belief in something greater than themselves. Sign Up Now The News-Press is entirely digital. Baseball headlines. MENS BASKETBALL We will play with a competitive edge and a toughness that will influence excellence on the field, but do it with integrity and humility.. I am energized at the opportunity to lead a group of student-athletes toward academic, athletic and spiritual growth.". Westmont returned to the NAIA Opening Roundin 2018 and posted a record of 34-18, before the team once again made history in 2019. Follow your favorite high school teams and players, Explore and purchase photos of your local teams, See top plays & highlights of the best high school sports. Copyright 2023 Santa Barbara Independent, Inc. Reproduction of material from any Independent.com pages without written permission is strictly prohibited. Ruiz was afour-year student-athlete at Pitzer College, where he earned a bachelor's degree in organizational studies. In the NAIA Opening Round, the Warriors would host nationally ranked opponents Indiana Southeast and Antelope Valley, as well as Olivet Nazarene. Westmonts search for a new baseball head coach has already begun. That started a streak of qualifying for the NAIA National Tournament in five of the next six seasons the tournament was held. jijones@westmont.edu, 805.565.6866. In their second season, the Warriors finished thePacific Collegiate SwimConference Championships in 8th overall, ahead of all NAIA opponents. We are pumped for you guys! VOLLEYBALL Whoops! Jill Jones-Lin, Head Coach Head Men's Basketball Coach lboucher@westmont.edu: 805-565-6869 805-565-6869: Rob Goodrow: Assistant Men's Basketball Coach rgoodrow@westmont.edu: 805-565-6869 805-565-6869: Josh Erickson : Assistant Men's Basketball Coach joerickson@westmont.edu: 805-565-6869 805-565-6869: Jelani Hicks: Assistant Men's Basketball Coach Many of its former NAIA and conferencerivals, including Biola, Point Loma, Azusa Pacific,Concordia-Irvine and Fresno Pacific, converted to NCAA Division 2. (Richard J. Lasiw photo) The Warriors were never ranked outside of the top 25 . "Standing on a foundation of positive values and the right character attributes allows for success in this environment. A strong suit for the Warrior coach is his experience in evaluating baseball talent. Ruiz andhis wife Julie Ann live in Goleta, along with their three children. Noozhawk sports writer Diego Sandoval can be reached at dsandoval@noozhawk.com. The sophomore transfer from San Diego Mesa went five for 10 at the plate with two doubles and a home run. You might also like our free A.M. Report. WOMENS TENNIS Morgan Cathey, Head Coach World Series Champions Receive Postseason Accolades. kirstenmoore@westmont.edu, 805.565.6836. During Ruiz coaching tenure at Azusa Pacific, the Cougars posted three seasons with 36 or more wins. Obituaries. On 5/6, the Westmont varsity baseball team won their home non-conference game against Cupertino (CA) by a score of 2-1. Westmont baseball wins NAIA World Series. LaTorre becomes the 15th head coach in the programs last 64 years. LaTorre takes over a program that has just experienced the most on-field success in Westmont history, culminating in its first trip to the NAIA World Series in Lewiston, Idaho. MEN & WOMEN'S CROSS COUNTRY Russell Smelley, Head Coach smelley@westmont.edu, 805.565.6108 Robert Ruiz was named Westmont's director of athletics on June 1, 2023. July 22, 2023. Odell said that before hiring Ruiz, there was consideration of dropping the program. Westmont Baseball Coach Robert Ruiz Steps Down to Take Athletic Director Position, Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window), Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window), Click to email a link to a friend (Opens in new window), Robert Ruiz, center, celebrates with his Westmont baseball team after it won the NAIA Opening Round Series to qualify for its NAIA World Series berth. Ruiz has served as a talent evaluator and instructor at the Stanford Baseball Camp, Team One Showcase and the Under Armor National Tryout, Tournament and Camp. by Ron Smith, Westmont Sports Information July 15, 2022 | 1:01 pm Director of athletics Robert Ruiz has announced the hiring of Tyler LaTorre as the new head coach of Westmont baseball.. The Warriors advanced to their first NAIA World Series in program history and won a record 45 games this season. This website is using a security service to protect itself from online attacks. His character, strong faith and desire to mentor young men make him the right person to carry our baseball program forward. Off the field, our goal is to provide our players the ability to sustain balance and successfully thrive in their relationship with God, overachieve in the classroom, and make life-long memories with their teammates.. Robert was an easy choice to assume leadership over the day-to-day, full-time athletic director responsibilitiesas required as part of our application for NCAA Division II membership, Odell told Westmonts Ron Smith, the sports information director. 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Noozhawk is a founding member of theLocal Independent Online News (LION) Publishers. The offenses that Ontiveros has coached rank in the top-15 for Average, Slugging, On-Base Percentage, Runs Scored, Hits, Doubles, Homeruns and Runs Batted In. In the 2019 season, after losing its first game of the opening round, the team rallied to win its next three, advancing to the championship game against Science and Arts (Okla.), where it lost in 12 innings. He hired Ruiz as the baseball coach in the summer of 2009. Ontiveros has also assisted in leading 4 top-15 program ranking offenses during his time. LaTorre played his college baseball at UC Davis during the 2002-2006 seasons. tlatorre@westmont.edu, 805.565.7092, Participated at the NAIA National Tournament every year since 2001. If you believe an Independent.com user or any material appearing on Independent.com is copyrighted material used without proper permission, please click here. Ontiveros is currently pursuing a Master Degree in Kinesiology at California State University, Northridge, specializing in biomechanics. Five times a Warrior has finished in the NAIA top 10. DELANEY, Denis. lboucher@westmont.edu, 805.565.6010. Coach of the Year. WOMENS SOCCER Regardless however, the Warriors were granted the right to host one of nine NAIA Opening Rounds, where they welcomed five teams onto Russ Carr Field with a trip to Lewiston on the line. Ruiz leaves the position with a record of 397-263-1 and has had numerous players go on to play professionally. jault@westmont.edu, 805.565.6227. The Warriors won their third game - and the double-elimination tournament - with a 12-0 victory over Antelope Valley to secure the trip to Lewiston, Idaho as one of 10 World Series teams. His experience as a proven recruiter at both the NCAA Division II and Division I levels will help him continue our success in baseball, said Robert Ruiz, athletics director and former baseball head coach. Sean Russell Downers Grove , IL 2029. All Celebration of Life In Memoriam. June 06, 2023. Five consecutive trips to the NAIA National Tournament and NAIA NationalRunner-Up in 2019. At Westmont, Rob pitched out of the bullpen for the Warriors in just 24 games. Nine-time GSAC champion, including the last two seasons. It is the first national championship for baseball and the first by a men's team in 51 years. You might also like our free A.M. Report. Performance & security by Cloudflare. His coaching resume also includes a two-year stint at Division II San Francisco State, where he served as associate head coach, pitching coach and recruiting coordinator for the Gators. Through the game of baseball, our players will learn accountability, commitment, and belief in something greater than themselves. (Richard J. Lasiw photo). Westmont coach Tyler LaTorre guided an experienced team to the NAIA national title in his first year at the helm. 805-565-6010 Robert Ruiz was named Westmont's director of athletics on June 1, 2023. Westmont coach Tyler LaTorre guided an experienced team to the NAIA national title in his first year at the helm. In 2014, Westmont made its first ever appearance in an NAIA Opening Round Tournament. Westmont's stats have been entered for the 6-1 win @ Willow Glen on 5/9/2023 4:00 PM. There was an error and we couldn't process your subscription. LaTorre came to Westmont from Sacramento State where he served as pitching and catching coach. In addition to his duties as an assistant coach, he also works as Westmont's athletic facilities liaison. Jackson Warner Woodridge , IL 2025. 185.137.122.178 Use this page here to login for your Independent subscription. Ruiz was named the GSAC Baseball Coach of the Year, the first time a Westmont coach was so honored. NAIA National Tournament participant 22times andNAIA National Tournament runner-ups in 2015. Jenny Jaggard, Head Coach The Warriors havemade 29trips to the NAIA National Tournament since 1982, producingfour top 10 finishes, including a National Championship in 1982. Westmont's stats have been entered for the 7-5 loss vs. Willow Glen on 5/11/2023 4:30 PM. World Series Champions. On 4/18, the Westmont varsity baseball team lost their home conference game against Branham (San Jose, CA) by a score of 7-5. The freshest news in Santa Barbara County. Prior to taking over his new responsibilities, Robert Ruiz was the winningest coach in Westmont baseball history with 397wins, surpassing the previous record of 281 in April 2019. I am excited to see how Robert will advance Westmonts athletic department and lead our transition.. I am so grateful that Westmont took a chance on a young coach without much experience in 2009. Westmont baseball, along with the rest of its athletic programs, will be moving up to NCAA Division 2 next season after back-to-back appearances in the NAIA World Series. The Turner Foundation recently honored former Westmont coach John Moore. W-L-T: 2-2-0 . MEN & WOMENS CROSS COUNTRY Westmont also finished as National Runner-Up in 2013 and advanced to the NAIAsemifinals in 1994, 1997 and 2005. Rick Hubbard joins the Westmont staff after four seasons as the Director of Pitching Development with the NCAA Division I Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets under head coach Danny Hall. View our daily edition under 'Virtual Editions'. Westmont's stats have been entered for the 7-5 loss vs. Branham on 4/18/2023 4:00 PM. The 2022 season saw Ruiz lead the baseball program to its first NAIA World Series appearance. The national championship and LaTorres Coach of the Year honor came in the schools final year as a member of the NAIA, as Westmont will be transitioning to Division II beginning in the fall. Ruiz will replace Dave Odell, who moves into the position of executive director of athletics. Mark Basham, Head Coach The team finished the season 37-16. Elijah Ontiveros began his coaching career at Westmont College, right after graduating from UC Davis in 2017. NAIA National Tournament participant in sixof the past seven tournaments. In 2022, the team would go on a 17-game winning streak and finishing tied for 1st in the Golden State Athletic Conference regularseason. Click to reveal The following year, Westmont made a return trip to the NAIA Opening Round Tournament and posted a record of 41-17. That year, Westmont won the GSAC regular season championship for the first time since 1994, with a conference mark of 25-5. Our baseball program will strive to build Christ-driven leaders that will serve others and glorify God. 100% money back guarantee. Westmont finished the season with a record of 30-22, and was given the right to host one of NAIA Opening Rounds. Contact a Coach. "I believe that an institution of higher education that allows for faith integration provides students the opportunity for peak academic achievement as well as spiritual maturity," said Ruiz. Ruiz and his Warriors pushed through however, remarkably playing 52 games--And without a single postponement/cancelation due to COVID. Before coming to Westmont, Ruiz served as an assistant coach and associate head coach at Azusa Pacific for five years. Both of you inspire me to be the best I can be and I cant wait for all of us to lay roots here at Westmont.. He also previously coached at San Jose State and San Francisco State. James Schaefer Hinsdale , IL 2029. He also caught for the Italian National Team from 2012-2016. June 5, 2023. Ruiz was an associate athletic director. Will tee off theirthird season in August under the guidance of new head coach Joshua Ault. We look forward to welcoming Tyler and his family into our community. I hope to continue the tradition of excellence that he has established in my time as baseball coach and associate athletic director. I have been quite fortunate to work under Dave Odell and learn from him. A two-time captain and four-year member of the Student-Athlete Advisory Committee, he played on the 2003 Aggie team that advanced to the NCAA Division II World Series. I believe that our current players, alumni and campus community will benefit from his presence at the helm of Westmont baseball." . In addition to on field coaching activities, this job includes administrative, recruiting and fundraising activities. Trew Knowledge. Westmont Baseball head coach Tyler LaTorre was named the Rawlings-NAIA Coach of the Year on Friday following a historic 2023 season for the Warriors. Alexi Skaltsas Westmont , IL 2029. He took over as head coach in June 2009 and was at the helm for 13seasons, the second-longest tenure in program history. jjaggard@westmont.edu, 805.565.7165. "My passions and personal value structure fall in line directly with the mission of the institution. Westmont won its first game 6-0 over Antelope Valley, then defeated IndianaSoutheast 9-3. Follow Noozhawk Sports on Twitter @NoozhawkSports. While at San Jose State, LaTorre was honored as both the 2018 San Jose Assistant Coach of the Year and the 2019 Fellowship of Christian Athletes Coach of the Year. Processing On 4/27, the Westmont varsity baseball team lost their away conference game against Live Oak (Morgan Hill, CA) by a score of 4-0. Please reload the page and try again. When a baseball soared through an early-June night sky in Lewiston, Idaho, and then. Following elimination, Ruiz was quick to find the positives from the '21 season, saying, "A 30-win season in a year like this is something you can take pride in. There you'll find their name, email and phone number to reach out and make contact about recruiting your athlete. Congratulations to Mason Pound for being selected the Westmont player of the game. Westmont has been a member of the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics. (Gary Kim / Noozhawk file photo), Santa Barbara Wedding Bliss: Your Complete Guide, More by Barry Punzal, Noozhawk Sports Editor, San Marco Volleyballs Mason Rice, Swimmer Taylor Steelman Named Athletes of the Week, Local Independent Online News (LION) Publishers, Proudly powered by Newspack by Automattic. The Warriors have made 22trips to the NAIA National Tournament since 1983,producingeight top 10 finishes, and finished third in 1997 and 2013. On 5/9, the Westmont varsity baseball team won their away conference game against Willow Glen (San Jose, CA) by a score of 6-1. In his first season at the head of the program, LaTorre led Westmont to its first national championship in baseball and its 10th in the schools athletic history. Also, to my Mom, Dad and family, thank you for being there every step of the way. Whoops! I believe that our current players, alumni and campus community will benefit from his presence at the helm of Westmont baseball.. WOMENS SWIMMING On 5/4, the Westmont varsity baseball team lost their home conference game against Leland (San Jose, CA) by a score of 6-5. Since the end of the 2014 season, seven Warriors who Ruiz recruited and coached have been selected in the Major League Baseball First Year Player Draft. His philosophy of coaching has been largely shaped by his study of organizational leadership, in which he holds a masters degree from Azusa Pacific. Powered by WordPress VIP. Westmont went 30-22 overall in 2021, finishing two games back in the GSAC-West, with both Vanguard and Hope International between the Warriors and the conference crown. He was twice named to the All-SCIAC and All-West Region teams. Processing He has also served as a baseball camp instructor at Harvard and Azusa Pacific. "Coach Ruiz is a strong Christian leader with a track record of winning,"said Westmont Athletic Director Dave Odell, "and he is someone who understands how to recruit and coach within the rigorous academic curriculum at Westmont.". MENS & WOMENS GOLF After leading his team to the first National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA) National Championship in program history Westmont baseball coach Tyler LaTorre has been named the Rawlings-NAIA Coach of the Year. Noozhawk sports editor Barry Punzal can be reached at bpunzal@noozhawk.com. Position Summary: The Head Baseball Coach is responsible for all aspects of Westmont's baseball program. Whoops! 2023 Baseball . rmcgolpin@westmont.edu, 805.565.6010. The move was made as part of theprocess ofWestmonttransforming into a NCAA Division 2 athleticprogram. I want to encourage our players to develop a balance of discipline, integrity and humility to achieve excellence in their spiritual lives, academics and athletics.. After earning a share of the GSAC Co-Championship in regular season play, Westmont hosted anNAIA Opening Round Tournamentat Russ Carr Field. I am passionate about leading a group of young men and preparing them to win while at the same time encouraging them to become great people who are building their relationship with God and impacting their community in a positive way.". I would not be the person I am today without him guiding me on this journey that has brought me to Westmont. Previously, LaTorre served for two years at San Jose State as the pitching, catching and hitting coach and the recruiting coordinator. The Warriors have made 15trips to the National Championship, including 13of the last 14years. Success! LaTorre Led the Warriors to a 48-9 Record and a National Championship in His First Season. Hansen Named Sports Performance Coach Erik Hansen is the new sports performance coach for Westmont Athletics, serving as the assistant women's swimming coach and teaching kinesiology and physical activity courses. Before LaTorre took over the Warriors, he coached at the Division-I level with Sacramento State and San Jose State and spent time with Division-II San Francisco State. With the final out, Westmont ended its more than seven-decade sojourn with the NAIA by claiming its 10th national championship. Westmont dropped their first game of the tournament to rival Hope International, but bounced back the following dayto win two games in the losers bracket against Corban (Ore.) and Saint Katherine. On 4/20, the Westmont varsity baseball team lost their away conference game against Branham (San Jose, CA) by a score of 7-3. Twentytrips to the NAIANational Tournamentcapturingthe 1972 National Championship and advanced to the NAIASemifinals in 1989. He is the first full-time athletic director in Westmont's history. Sign Up Now Ruiz, who also serves as Associate Athletic Director, was honored as an Employee of the Year at Westmont in 2012. In his five years on staff, Ontiveros has led Westmont to four NAIA Opening Round Tournament appearances. Alex McDowell Westmont , IL. Hansen Named Sports Performance Coach. He has established himself as a strong leader in our department for several years.. During Ontiveros time with the Warriors, they have been ranked as high as #3 in the NAIA Coaches' Poll, their highest ranking in program history, before hosting an NAIA Opening Round Tournament that same year.
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