Southern Arkansas University’s baseball program announced a significant addition to its coaching staff this week, confirming the hiring of Matt Page as an assistant coach for the 2027 season.
Page arrives after a productive tenure at the University of California, East Bay, where he served as recruiting coordinator and helped shape high‑powered offenses that captured conference titles and cracked the national Top 25 rankings.
His reputation rests on player development, a track record that includes mentoring more than three dozen professionals, seven of whom earned contracts with Major League Baseball teams.
A Coach With a Proven Record
Head coach Justin Pettigrew praised Page’s track record in coaching and player development, stating that his expertise will be instrumental in building relationships with student‑athletes and advancing the Muleriders’ championship tradition.
Page, who is based in Magnolia, Arkansas, expressed enthusiasm about returning to the region and contributing to a program with a storied history. He emphasized his focus on player growth and the program’s continued success.
The hiring underscores Southern Arkansas’s commitment to elevating its baseball program as it looks toward future conference success and national relevance.