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September 23, 2026 - With the 2026 Double-A season coming to a close, three former Kalamazoo Growlers and University of Virginia standouts put together impressive seasons across the minor leagues.
Henry Godbout, Jake Gelof and Griff O'Ferrall all spent their college careers at Virginia while also spending summers in Kalamazoo with the Growlers. Now, all three are making an impact in professional baseball.
Godbout, who spent the summer of 2023 with the Growlers while attending Virginia, wrapped up his first full professional season in the B... Full Story
September 16, 2026 - Heading into the 2017 season, the Kalamazoo Growlers were looking for their fourth manager in four years.
Then the phone rang.
On the other end was Chris Sabo, a three-time MLB All-Star and 1990 World Series champion with the Cincinnati Reds. Sabo was interested in becoming the next manager of the Growlers.
For a summer collegiate baseball team entering just its fourth season, having a former Major League All-Star and World Series champion interested in the job was a pretty big deal.
But the Growlers went in a di... Full Story
September 15, 2026 - KALAMAZOO, Mich. - A new era of summer sports and entertainment is officially arriving in Kalamazoo. Kzoo Soccer announced today that it has taken over local semi-pro soccer operations to launch a revamped men's team in USL League Two and a women's team in the USL W League, kicking off in May 2027.
The new club succeeds Kalamazoo FC, whose owner Dave Shufelt recently stepped down after eight seasons to pass the torch to new stewards. The club is owned by Brian Colopy, owner of the Kalamazoo Growlers and Outlier Events, an... Full Story
September 10, 2026 - KALAMAZOO, Mich. - The Kalamazoo Growlers are happy to announce the re-signing of Manager Cody Piechocki through the 2028 season.
"Cody has been a huge part of what we've built here in Kalamazoo," Growlers owner Brian Colopy said. "The consistency we've had on the field speaks for itself, but what Cody brings to this organization goes well beyond wins and losses. He's built a culture that players want to be a part of, and we're excited to continue having him lead the Growlers."
Cody Piechocki has been the full-time man... Full Story
The Kalamazoo Growlers are a college wood bat baseball team. Based in Kalamazoo, Michigan, they are a member of the Northwoods League.
Kalamazoo Growlers News
Former Growlers Godbout, Gelof and O'Ferrall Put Together Big Minor League Seasons
September 23, 2026 - With the 2026 Double-A season coming to a close, three former Kalamazoo Growlers and University of Virginia standouts put together impressive seasons across the minor leagues.
Henry Godbout, Jake Gelof and Griff O'Ferrall all spent their college careers at Virginia while also spending summers in Kalamazoo with the Growlers. Now, all three are making an impact in professional baseball.
Godbout, who spent the summer of 2023 with the Growlers while attending Virginia, wrapped up his first full professional season in the B... Full StoryMore Kalamazoo Growlers stories below
Cody Piechocki Was Chosen over a World Series Champion as Manager of the Kalamazoo Growlers, Here's How
September 16, 2026 - Heading into the 2017 season, the Kalamazoo Growlers were looking for their fourth manager in four years.
Then the phone rang.
On the other end was Chris Sabo, a three-time MLB All-Star and 1990 World Series champion with the Cincinnati Reds. Sabo was interested in becoming the next manager of the Growlers.
For a summer collegiate baseball team entering just its fourth season, having a former Major League All-Star and World Series champion interested in the job was a pretty big deal.
But the Growlers went in a di... Full StoryNew Ownership Group Takes over Kalamazoo Soccer, Launching Full Rebrand and Major Stadium Renovations for 2027
September 15, 2026 - KALAMAZOO, Mich. - A new era of summer sports and entertainment is officially arriving in Kalamazoo. Kzoo Soccer announced today that it has taken over local semi-pro soccer operations to launch a revamped men's team in USL League Two and a women's team in the USL W League, kicking off in May 2027.
The new club succeeds Kalamazoo FC, whose owner Dave Shufelt recently stepped down after eight seasons to pass the torch to new stewards. The club is owned by Brian Colopy, owner of the Kalamazoo Growlers and Outlier Events, an... Full StoryCody Piechocki Signs 2 Year Extension
September 10, 2026 - KALAMAZOO, Mich. - The Kalamazoo Growlers are happy to announce the re-signing of Manager Cody Piechocki through the 2028 season.
"Cody has been a huge part of what we've built here in Kalamazoo," Growlers owner Brian Colopy said. "The consistency we've had on the field speaks for itself, but what Cody brings to this organization goes well beyond wins and losses. He's built a culture that players want to be a part of, and we're excited to continue having him lead the Growlers."
Cody Piechocki has been the full-time man... Full StoryKalamazoo Growlers News
- Former Growlers Godbout, Gelof and O'Ferrall Put Together Big Minor League Seasons - September 23, 2026
- Cody Piechocki Was Chosen over a World Series Champion as Manager of the Kalamazoo Growlers, Here's How - September 16, 2026
- New Ownership Group Takes over Kalamazoo Soccer, Launching Full Rebrand and Major Stadium Renovations for 2027 - September 15, 2026
- Cody Piechocki Signs 2 Year Extension - September 10, 2026
- How Trevor Johnson Turned a Quiet Year into a Breakout - September 2, 2026
- Buckcherry to Perform at Kalapalooza in Kalamazoo Following Tragic Tour Bus Accident - August 25, 2026
- Two Signature Michigan Events Combine for Final Fest in Kalamazoo - August 17, 2026
- Pitching Leads Growlers to Win in Season Finale - August 8, 2026
- Late Home Run Dooms Growlers in Road Loss - August 7, 2026
- Strong Pitching, Clutch Hits, Lead Growlers to Win - August 5, 2026
- Growlers' Defense Falters in Loss to Leprechauns - August 4, 2026
- Late Inning Struggles Lead to Growler Loss - August 3, 2026
- Growlers Hold Steady in Road Win - August 2, 2026
- Pitching Leads Growlers to Rivalry Win - August 1, 2026
- All-Around Performance Leads Growlers to Win - July 31, 2026
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League: Northwoods LeagueHome: Kalamazoo, Michigan
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| Sat., Aug 8 | W | Kalamazoo 5 at Royal Oak 3 | Final (8) |
| Fri., Aug 7 | L | Kalamazoo 3 at Royal Oak 4 | Final |
| Thu., Aug 6 | W | Richmond 1 at Kalamazoo 11 | Final |
| Wed., Aug 5 | W | Richmond 8 at Kalamazoo 10 | Final |
| Tue., Aug 4 | L | Royal Oak 6 at Kalamazoo 5 | Final |
| Mon., Aug 3 | L | Royal Oak 12 at Kalamazoo 4 | Final |
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