A Legacy on the Diamond
Dan Curtis, who has steered the Ellsworth baseball program since 2014, announced his retirement after guiding the team to two Class B state championships and three North regional titles. His tenure coincided with a period of sustained excellence that placed Ellsworth among the most respected programs in Maine.
During his time at the helm, Curtis coached not only a roster of talented players but also his own three sons — Jackson, Class of 2020; Hunter, Class of 2022; and Dawson, Class of 2026 — each of whom continued the family’s baseball lineage at Husson University. Jackson, who followed his father’s path to Husson, recalled the unique pressure of playing under his dad, while Hunter described the experience as both challenging and motivating.
Family Ties and Future Plans
Dawson, the youngest, said his father’s approach centers on building confidence and teaching life lessons that extend beyond the diamond. “He tries to instill confidence in every player,” Dawson noted, emphasizing the broader impact of Curtis’s coaching philosophy.
Beyond the wins, Curtis plans to reconnect with former Eagles at upcoming weddings and looks forward to watching Dawson begin his freshman season in Bangor next year. His retirement marks the end of an era but also the start of a new chapter for a family deeply rooted in the sport.