The 2025 NJCAA Region 20 Division I Baseball Tournament, hosted by WVU Potomac State in Keyser, WV, is set to feature an exciting three-team showdown between the top-seeded Harford Fighting Owls, the second-seeded WVU Potomac State Catamounts, and the third-seeded Monroe Mustangs. This double-elimination tournament promises intense competition as each team vies for the regional championship and a spot in the NJCAA East District Tournament.
Tournament Seeding
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Harford Community College (46-8)
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WVU Potomac State (22-19)
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Monroe University (19-30)
Team Previews
1. Harford Community College Fighting Owls
The Harford Community College Fighting Owls, seeded first, have demonstrated exceptional performance throughout the season. Key contributors include:
Ryan Albin: .414 AVG, 1.195 OPS, 58 hits, 52 runs, 35 RBIs, 20 stolen bases
Frank Adamski: .391 AVG, 1.152 OPS, 54 hits, 55 runs, 56 RBIs, 17 stolen bases
Keldrin Rodriguez: .377 AVG, 1.190 OPS, 52 hits, 54 runs, 59 RBIs, 14 stolen bases
Yariel Rodriguez: .288 AVG, .815 OPS, 40 hits, 41 runs, 25 RBIs, 25 stolen bases
Robbie Shelton: .538 AVG, 1.650 OPS, 7 hits, 8 runs, 9 RBIs, 4 stolen bases
On the mound, Liam Diehl leads with a 4.44 ERA, 8 wins, 54 strikeouts, and a .313 opposing batting average.
2. WVU Potomac State College Catamounts
Potomac State is a scrappy, well-rounded team that's heating up at the right time. They hit .291 as a team with a .422 OBP, and several players have breakout potential in the tournament.
Key Offensive Contributors:
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Chris Harbert – .400 AVG, 48 H, 3 HR, .717 SLG
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Lex Wescott – .342 AVG, 36 RBI, .478 OBP
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Reilly Bubb – .313 AVG, 28 RBI, 13 XBH
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Seth Healy & Ryan Conrad – both .327 AVG, solid OBP and gap power
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Braden Sloan – .254 AVG, 17 RBI, 21 BB
Pitching Staff:
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Aidan Sites – 4.07 ERA, 60 K in 48.2 IP
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Lance Hartley – 53 K in 34 IP, 14.03 K/9 (but 9.79 ERA)
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Evan Jenkins – 43 K in 43 IP, 5.23 ERA
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Chris Harbert – Dual-threat with 1.02 ERA and 29 K in 17.2 IP as reliever
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Carson Boober – 2–0, 4.50 ERA
The Catamounts' pitching ERA (6.36) is inflated, but they strike out 10.2 batters per 9 innings and have swing-and-miss stuff that could flip games.
3. Monroe University Mustangs
The Mustangs, seeded third, have had a season marked by resilience and strong performances. Key contributors include:
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Jesus Nieves: .368 AVG, .956 OPS, 56 hits, 41 runs, 22 RBIs, 13 stolen bases
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Ronald Almanzar: .367 AVG, 1.065 OPS, 58 hits, 33 runs, 43 RBIs, 4 stolen bases
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Anthony Fernandez: .346 AVG, 1.019 OPS, 54 hits, 43 runs, 39 RBIs, 10 stolen bases
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Gavin Marchese: .311 AVG, .796 OPS, 38 hits, 18 runs, 27 RBIs, 9 stolen bases
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Nair Jamanika: .286 AVG, .840 OPS, 30 hits, 25 runs, 17 RBIs, 14 stolen bases
On the mound, Kyle Mandirola leads with a 4.97 ERA, 3 wins, 29 strikeouts, and a .204 opposing batting average.
Tournament Schedule
Friday, May 2
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11:00 AM – Game 1: #2 Potomac State vs. #3 Monroe
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2:00 PM – Game 2: L1 vs. #1 Harford
Saturday, May 3
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11:00 AM – Game 3: W1 vs. #1 Harford
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2:00 PM – Game 4: If three teams remain, #2 vs. #3; if two teams remain, Championship Game
Sunday, May 4
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12:00 PM – Game 5: Championship Game (if necessary)
Championship Implications
The winner of the Region 20 Tournament will advance to the NJCAA East District Championship, facing the champion of Region 10. This matchup is crucial for teams looking to progress toward the NJCAA World Series. With talented teams and the stakes high, the tournament promises to deliver exciting baseball action.