Newsletter #7

April 12, 2022

We have reached the midway point of the season and have racked up 12 wins including a weekend series win at Seattle this past weekend. Like every season, it is a season with many stories and highlights. With the weather warming up and a full slate of games over the next 6 weeks, we hope that you can make it to UCCU Ballpark to enjoy Utah Valley Baseball. Here is a look at some things going on around the program

Alumni Day - Saturday, April 16

On Saturday, April 16 all former Utah Valley Baseball players are invited to attend the game against Dixie State. There will be a tailgate before the game as well as a facility tour and recognition of the 10 year anniversary of Utah Valley Baseball’s 32 game winning streak in 2012. RSVP today to join the festivities by emailing alison.fillmore@uvu.edu.

Sims shines on the mound

A major highlight has been the emergence of Nick Sims as one of the premier pitchers in the country. So far this season, he has appeared in 9 games of which Utah Valley has won 8. His 9 appearances have led to a 1.12 ERA, 5-0 record and 2 saves. He has been a selfless piece to an improving pitching staff and even more remarkably, he has a 0.57 ERA in conference games with a perfect 4-0 record.

Improvement on all facets

At this point in the season, the improvement in the Wolverines is apparent. The 12 wins already match the average win total for the program since 2017 and improvements can be found on every side of the baseball. On the mound, Utah Valley is pitching at a 6.48 ERA and allowing just 7.0 runs per game. Offensively, the Wolverines have an OPS of .754 and are averaging 5.2 runs per game. This is up from a .639 OPS and 3.8 runs per game just a year ago.

Moralez paces the offense

The offensive improvement experienced by Utah Valley can be attributed in large part to Mitch Moralez. The senior is batting .388 with an OPS of 1.006 on the season including 4 home runs. This is improved from his 2021 campaign in which he started every game and led the team with a .274 average and posted a .676 OPS.

Transfers make huge contributions

In the new landscape of the NCAA the Wolverines have benefited from the advent of the transfer portal. At the plate, transfers Paul Vossen, Trey Cutchen, Copper Hansen, Cole Jordan, and Brody Ponti have all played vital roles in improving the OPS of the team. On the mound, Coop Rust has started 6 games and holds a 4.22 ERA with Josh Brown manning the bullpen with a 4.50 ERA and 3 saves on the season.

Summer camp registration now open

There are several offerings of summer camp for all ages this summer. Below is a list of all of our camps and you can register today by visiting www.uvubaseballcamps.com These camps are a great way to experience Utah Valley Baseball by working with our coaches and playing at UCCU Ballpark!

Youth Camps – June 13-16 or June 27-30 or July 18-21 (K-6^th Grade)

Last Chance Camp – June 16 or June 25 (2022 Graduates and college transfers)

Single Day Showcase Prospect Camps – June 22 or July 23 (2026 Graduates and Older)

3 Day Prospect Camp – August 4-6 (2026 Graduates and older)

Developmental Camp – July 25 (2026-2028 Graduates)

Become a Wolverine – July 14-16 (2026 Graduates and Older)

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