Three More Pitchers Signed by Westerners
May 1, 2014 - New England Collegiate Baseball League (NECBL)
Danbury Westerners News Release
Danbury, CT- May 1, 2014: The Danbury Westerners, the longest tenured team in the New England Collegiate Baseball League, are proud to announce the signing of three pitchers for the 2014 season: Max Knutson, Joe Kuzia and Ryan Marks.
Max Knutson (Arden Hills, MN) is a freshman southpaw for the University of Nebraska. Through April 30th Knutson has made six appearances, all in relief, garnering three strikeouts against one walk. Prior to joining the Cornhuskers, Knutson was ranked as the third-best overall recruit and the number one left-handed pitcher in the state of Minnesota by Perfect Game. Knutson led his high school team to their first-ever state title in 2013, posting a 6-1 record and a 0.68 ERA.
Joe Kuzia (Seymour, CT) is the closer for St John's University, and through April 30th had yet to give up an earned run. Kuzia has made 20 appearances for the Red Storm, throwing 29.1 innings and boasting a K/BB ratio of greater than 3:1 while notching eight saves. Opponents are hitting .167 against him this season. Prior to 2014 Kuzia pitched for Herkimer County C.C, appearing in 18 games over two seasons. During that time Kuzia boasted a 7-4 record with 70 strikeouts in 69.0 innings pitched, helping his team win back-to-back Mountain Valley Conference championships.
Ryan Marks (Cos Cob, CT) is a left hander pitching for Columbia University. As a freshman this season, Marks has appeared in five games (one start) and has a 0.82 ERA with 11.0 innings of work. Marks has only allowed four hits this season, while striking out nine. Prior to joining Columbia, Marks had an exceptional career at Greenwich (CT) High School, where he helped Greenwich to the FCIAC regular season championship in his junior and senior season.
Paul Schaffer, President of the Danbury Westerns, commented, "Knutson, Kuzia and Marks have all demonstrated excellent skills in their high school and collegiate careers, especially by pounding the strike zone and minimizing base on balls. This is a recipe for success in the NECBL as well, and I look forward to watching them displaying their talents this summer."
The Danbury Westerners are pleased to announce the return of their summer baseball camps program. Sessions will be held on July 7-10, July 14-17 and July 21-24. Managed by 21st Century Sports, the Danbury Westerners baseball camps offer an affordable and unique program, as these camps are led by the ballplayers themselves. To enroll please visit www.21csonline.com; early registration discounts are available for a limited time.
In addition, the 20th annual Danbury Westerners Celebrity Breakfast will be held at the Matrix on June 6th. Keynote speaker is former New York Yankee All Star catcher Rick Cerone. Seating is limited and reservations are required. Tables of 10 for this event are $300, and can be secured online at www.danburywesterners.com or by mail to PO Box 3828, Danbury CT 06813. Sponsorship opportunities are also available; for additional information please contact Paul Schaffer at 203-241-4655.
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