A small DII baseball program in South Dakota is dominating on the national stage.
They won a national championship.
They broke records.
They’ve built one of the most consistent dynasties in college baseball.
This is the story of Augustana Vikings Baseball.
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"I think program foundation starts with fundamentals, which we define as doing common things in an uncommon way, which really comes down to competitiveness. That’s something I took from Terry Francona, just valuing what it takes to win and make really good decisions both on and off the field." – @LSUCoachJ
"Blueprint for Success" from @insidepitchmag 📝
https://t.co/ta2kpkdJlf
"I just go out there, play, do everything I can to be the best player I can be and represent the underappreciated, undervalued Division II baseball players."
#SFGiants prospect Carter Howell's unlikely journey has led to a Fall League breakout: https://t.co/lDv6Mys4U5
Carter Howell is shining bright in the desert. Yesterday, he went 3-4 with 2 Runs, including this triple, raising his Arizona Fall League batting average to .429
#RootedHere
Carter Howell was 3 for 6 with a double in Tuesday’s victory over Tri City.
In August, Howell is hitting .330/.388/.468 (.856 OPS) with 7 doubles, 2 home runs and 14 RBIs.
Max Steffens
RHP
6’0 215 lbs
FB: 88-90 T91
CT: 84-86
SL: 79-82
CB: 73-76
SPL: 79-82
Looking for an independent opportunity
Played with Winnipeg Goldeyes and Ottawa Titans this season
Trackman data available from my time at Driveline this spring
@FlatgroundApp@DrivelineBB
Carter Howell has been promoted to High-A Eugene. Hit .337 in 39 games for #SJGiants. Leads Cal League in hits & ranks second in AVG. Dynamic player had an inside-the-park HR and a straight steal of home last week.