After playing solid last season, the Elgin Owls enter this new season ready to make a deep run in the postseason.

The Owls finished with a 20-16 record and lost in regionals a year ago, but head coach Levi Garrett is ready to see what his team can accomplish this season.

“We are excited about this coming season,” Garrett said. “We have eight returning starters from last year and have a very talented group of freshmen that will make an instant impact for us. We will be more athletic in a couple of positions and have a ton of returning experience on the mound.”

One of the returning players that will help lead the Owls is Jake Thomas. He is an outstanding leader and representative of the program. He had a solid offensive season hitting in the middle of the order. He also has his future planned as he has signed to play baseball at Seminole State College. Another player that will have an impact on the season is Damien Callagy. He is a great athlete and will create problems for opposing defenses with his speed. Damien is an outstanding defensive player and will be playing in the middle of our infield. He had an up-and-down season a year ago at the plate but had some big moments. The offense will go as he goes.

A player on the rise for Elgin is Ritson Meyer. He is a big and strong freshman that plays three sports. Ritson already made a name for himself on the football field this fall as a two-way starter. Look to see Ritson having the same type of immediate impact on the baseball field this spring. He brings a bunch of versatility and exceptional athleticism. He will be a big part of the offense as well by the season’s end. Nacona Tadooahnippah will be an important piece for the team this spring both defensively and on the mound. Nacona had a solid year in 2022 for the Owls on the mound and is a really good first baseman. He is a great athlete and competes at a high level. Nacona plays the game the right way and is a tremendous leader. He will have a huge role this spring. Freshman Mason Thorton has already shown a great work ethic and leadership capabilities. Mason does a great job in the classroom as well as on the diamond.
Elgin baseball titles

1969 (fall), 2018