20 TOWER | FALL 2022 Kutztown University’s longest-running sport reached a milestone anniversary in 2022, as the baseball program celebrated its 125th season. The history of the program dates back to the days of the Keystone State Normal School in 1891, when an intramural squad was formed. In 1894, the first varsity season was contested. KU has sponsored baseball continuously since then, with only a four-year hiatus for World War II between 1942-45, and a pandemic-shortened 2020 season. 1,100+ Wins in program history 13 NCAA Division II tournament appearances 5 trips to the NCAA Division II National Champs (World Series) 19 players selected in the MLB Draft since 1965 4 Golden Bears have appeared in a Major League Baseball game 6 PSAC Rookies of the Year B Y T H E NUMB E R S 125 SEASONS Keystone State Normal School baseball team from 1903. 1903 The 1966 team was the first in program history to bring home a conference championship. 1966 1995 Kutztown University team photo. 1995 Matt Swarmer ’16 took the mound for the Chicago Cubs on May 30, 2022.
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