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SIUE head coach Brian Barone announced the hiring of alum Jacob Whitehead, whose four‑year stint at Ole Miss culminated in victories over top‑ranked teams and a Sweet 16 run, as the program’s new assistant.
Alton’s defense stifled Belleville East 5‑0 on Thursday, and the day also featured wins by Edwardsville, Jersey, Father McGivney, Roxana, Staunton, Southwestern and Calhoun, highlighting a dominant conference slate.
SIUE junior first baseman Ryan Niedzwiedz earns his second Baseball America Team of the Week honor after a record‑breaking series, propelling the Cougars to a key OVC lead.