Stetson University Athletics

Lefèvre Posts Consistent Opening Effort At NCAA Regionals

Mon, 18 May 2026 16:18:00 EST

ATHENS, Ga. -- Stetson's Matthis Lefèvre opened today's first round of the NCAA Athens Regional with a consistent effort, carding 15 pars and just one bogey en route to a 1-under par 70 at the University of Georgia Golf Course.

Lefèvre finished the day in a share of 17th place. The field will return to the 7,258-yard, par 71 course tomorrow morning for the tournament's second round. Lefèvre is scheduled to start tomorrow at 10:23 a.m. off hole no. 1. The final round is scheduled for Wednesday. Live results are available online by clicking here.

One of 75 golfers hoping to qualify for the NCAA Championships later this month at the Omni La Costa in Carlsbad, Calif, Lefèvre is one of just 10 individuals competing in the regional. The other 65 golfers are affiliated with a team qualifier. Josiah Gilbert of Auburn, ranked 26th nationally, leads the field after today's first round with a 6-under par 65. He was one of 16 golfers to turn in a score under 70.

Lefèvre opened the day by making par on the first two holes before dropping his only bogey of the round on the 210-yard par 3 third hole. He then rattled off a trio of pars before making a birdie on the second-longest hole on the course, the 556-yard par 5 seventh. He moved his score into the red with a birdie on the par 3 16th before settling for par to close out the round.

A native of Hossegor, France, Lefèvre became Stetson's first-ever at-large selection into the NCAA Regionals after a stellar season as the ASUN Men's Golfer of the Year. He led the team in scoring average at 70.9 and claimed three tournament titles during the season.

To advance to the NCAA Championships, Lefèvre must finish as the top individual not on one of the five advancing teams from the regional field. The NCAA Championships will be held May 29-June 3 at Omni La Costa Resort & Spa in Carlsbad, California.

About Stetson Athletics
At Stetson University, student-athletes don't just compete—they thrive. Located in historic DeLand, Florida, between Orlando and Daytona Beach, Stetson offers the perfect blend of competitive athletics, academic excellence, and an unbeatable Central Florida lifestyle. As the oldest private university in the region, Stetson supports approximately 500 student-athletes across 19 NCAA Division I sports. Nicknamed the "Hatters" after the institution's namesake John B. Stetson, a hat manufacturer who originated the modern-day cowboy hat, most Stetson athletic teams compete in the Atlantic Sun Conference, where they proudly hold the longest active membership since 1985. With top-tier facilities, personalized support, and a welcoming campus community, Stetson is where students can grow, compete, and succeed. Learn more at GoHatters.com or follow social media accounts@StetsonHatters.

Six Hatters Named Academic All-ASUN; Dessureault, Fernandez Earn Postseason Honors

Mon, 18 May 2026 15:00:00 EST

DELAND, Fla. — Six members of the Stetson Baseball program were named to the 2026 Academic All-ASUN Team, while Yohann Dessureault earned Third Team All-ASUN honors and Samuel Fernandez was selected to the ASUN All-Freshman Team, the league office announced Monday afternoon.

The six Academic All-ASUN selections marked one of the conference's top totals and highlighted the Hatters' continued success balancing athletic and academic achievement throughout the 2026 season.

Representing Stetson on the Academic All-ASUN Team were TJ Melani, Brayden Toro, Dessureault, Anthony Gonzalez, Renzo Gonzalez and Brendan Walker.

Additionally, Dessureault earned Third Team All-ASUN recognition at designated hitter after emerging as one of the Hatters' top offensive threats throughout the season. Returning after missing nearly all of the previous year due to injury, the graduate slugger batted .304 with 52 hits, 10 doubles, eight home runs and a team-high 41 RBIs while posting a .515 slugging percentage and .419 on-base percentage.

The Quebec native led the Hatters with 10 multi-RBI games and produced multiple signature performances throughout the year, including two separate four-hit games and a season-high four RBI outing against West Georgia. He closed the regular season by reaching base safely in 15 consecutive games.

Fernandez was selected to the ASUN All-Freshman Team after making an immediate impact during his debut collegiate season behind the plate. The freshman catcher appeared in 51 games with 47 starts and totaled eight home runs, 31 RBIs and 44 hits while tying for the team lead with four home runs during conference play.

Fernandez additionally recorded 12 multi-hit games and nine multi-RBI performances during the season, including a two-home run performance at Jacksonville and a four RBI outing against Monmouth.

Stetson enters this week's ASUN Championship Tournament in DeLand with a 23-31 overall record after clinching a postseason berth during the final weekend of the regular season.

Stetson Academic All-ASUN Selections

TJ Melani
Brayden Toro
Yohann Dessureault
Anthony Gonzalez
Renzo Gonzalez
Brendan Walker

About Stetson Athletics
At Stetson University, student-athletes don't just compete—they thrive. Located in historic DeLand, Florida, between Orlando and Daytona Beach, Stetson offers the perfect blend of competitive athletics, academic excellence, and an unbeatable Central Florida lifestyle. As the oldest private university in the region, Stetson supports approximately 500 student-athletes across 19 NCAA Division I sports. Nicknamed the "Hatters" after the institution's namesake John B. Stetson, a hat manufacturer who originated the modern-day cowboy hat, most Stetson athletic teams compete in the Atlantic Sun Conference, where they proudly hold the longest active membership since 1985. With top-tier facilities, personalized support, and a welcoming campus community, Stetson is where students can grow, compete, and succeed. Learn more at GoHatters.com or follow social media accounts @StetsonHatters.

Hatters Return to DeLand for 2026 ASUN Championship Tournament

Mon, 18 May 2026 10:04:00 EST

DELAND, Fla. — For the fourth straight season, postseason baseball returns to Melching Field at Conrad Park.

The two-time defending ASUN Tournament champion Stetson Hatters open play in the 2026 ASUN Championship Tournament Tuesday night when the eighth-seeded Hatters face No. 6 seed Central Arkansas at 6 p.m. in a single-elimination opening round matchup at Melching Field at Conrad Park.

The winner advances to face No. 3 seed FGCU Eagles baseball on Wednesday evening.

Stetson enters postseason play with a 23-31 overall record and a 13-16 mark in ASUN competition after clinching a tournament berth during the final weekend of the regular season. The Hatters closed the year by winning four of their final six conference games, including back-to-back ASUN series victories over Jacksonville and Queens.

Despite a challenging schedule that featured multiple nationally ranked opponents throughout the spring, the Hatters continued to show resilience late in the season, producing several comeback victories and extra-inning wins down the stretch to secure their postseason spot.

The Hatters are no strangers to postseason success in DeLand. Stetson captured the ASUN Tournament title in each of the last two seasons and once again serves as host for the conference championship event running May 19-23.

Offensively, the Hatters are led by several key contributors, including Yohann Dessureault, who leads the team with 41 RBIs and eight home runs, while Juan De La Cruz enters postseason play batting a team-best .325 with 29 stolen bases. Renzo Gonzalez and Landon Russell have emerged as key pieces in the middle of the lineup throughout conference play as well.

On the mound, the Hatters have leaned heavily on a deep pitching staff led by James Hays, Trace Hartman and Connor Ball, while relievers including Joel Core, Dallis Moran and Andrew Lepine have provided key innings late in games.

Central Arkansas enters tournament play with a 30-25 overall record and a 17-13 mark in ASUN play after finishing third in the Gold Division. Tuesday's matchup marks the first meeting between the Bears and Hatters this season while the Hatters hold a 7-0 record all-time against Central Arkansas.

The 2026 ASUN Championship features a modified format, with the opening round serving as single elimination before transitioning into a double-elimination bracket beginning Thursday.

No. 1 overall seed North Florida and No. 2 seed Lipscomb earned byes into Thursday's double-elimination round, while No. 4 North Alabama, No. 5 Jacksonville and No. 7 Austin Peay round out the tournament field.

Tickets remain on sale for the ASUN Championship Tournament. General admission tickets begin at $18 per session, while full tournament passes start at $56. Fans can purchase tickets online while seats remain available.

Fans can stay up to date throughout tournament week by following Stetson Baseball on social media and visiting GoHatters.com for schedules, scores, ticket information and complete tournament coverage.

About Stetson Athletics
At Stetson University, student-athletes don't just compete—they thrive. Located in historic DeLand, Florida, between Orlando and Daytona Beach, Stetson offers the perfect blend of competitive athletics, academic excellence, and an unbeatable Central Florida lifestyle. As the oldest private university in the region, Stetson supports approximately 500 student-athletes across 19 NCAA Division I sports. Nicknamed the "Hatters" after the institution's namesake John B. Stetson, a hat manufacturer who originated the modern-day cowboy hat, most Stetson athletic teams compete in the Atlantic Sun Conference, where they proudly hold the longest active membership since 1985. With top-tier facilities, personalized support, and a welcoming campus community, Stetson is where students can grow, compete, and succeed. Learn more at GoHatters.com or follow social media accounts @StetsonHatters.

ASUN and UAC Partner to Launch Unisun Sports

Mon, 18 May 2026 10:20:00 EST

The Atlantic Sun Conference (ASUN) and the United Athletic Conference (UAC) have announced the formation of Unisun Sports, a groundbreaking joint venture built to support the strategic alliance between both conferences that reflects a shared commitment to creating what's next in collegiate athletics through strength and innovation.

Set to launch on July 1, 2026, Unisun Sports will offer shared services and resources, enhanced revenue generating opportunities, collective purchasing, and featured scheduling alliances, enhancing the student-athlete experience within the ASUN and UAC.

Current ASUN Commissioner, Jeff Bacon, will assume the role of Chief Executive Officer for Unisun Sports. "The future belongs to those willing to innovate collectively," said Bacon. "By leveraging the Unisun Sports model, we are pooling our resources to elevate competition, generate new revenues, and create sustainable, long-term opportunities for our institutions. The ASUN and the UAC aren't just reacting to the industry; we are defining what's next in our industry."

This new structure was initially announced in June of 2025 by the ASUN and the Western Athletic Conference (WAC), who recognized an opportunity to build upon the longstanding football partnership between the two leagues. Upon the launch of Unisun Sports the WAC will rebrand to the UAC, the current football brand of the ASUN and WAC, recognizing its new membership composition. The 2026-27 season will debut with eight multi-sport members of the ASUN and nine multi-sport members of the UAC, including eight football members.

"The launch of Unisun Sports represents a bold and strategic step forward for both the ASUN and the UAC. This joint venture is rooted in a shared vision — to create new opportunities for our student-athletes, strengthen institutional collaboration, and position our member programs for long-term success in an evolving collegiate athletics landscape", said Board Chair and Stetson University President Dr. Christopher Roellke.

The impact of Unisun Sports is already being felt within the membership. The 2026-27 Men's and Women's Basketball seasons will feature an array of high profile games between the ASUN and UAC, bringing valuable home Division I games to campuses and fans. Shared resource plans are expected to create significant operational cost savings for both conferences. Future announcements will include a new media rights agreement, and a modernized staffing structure aimed towards enhanced services and revenue generation.

"The launch of Unisun Sports represents a forward-thinking step for the future of the UAC and ASUN.", added Vice Board Chair and Abilene Christian University President Dr. Phil Schubert. "We are proud of this collaboration rooted in stability and growth, and we believe Unisun Sports will serve as a model for the next era of college athletics."

Unisun Sports signals what's next - a bold new chapter for both conferences in the modern era of collegiate athletics.

Butler Finishes Fourth as Hatters Close Season at NGI

Sun, 17 May 2026 20:48:00 EST

MARICOPA, Ariz. — The Stetson women's golf team wrapped up the 2025-26 season Sunday with a seventh-place finish at the 2026 Women's National Golf Invitational at Ak-Chin Southern Dunes Golf Club.

The Hatters finished the 54-hole event at 38-over par after carding a 12-over 300 during the final round.

Bridget Butler led the way for Stetson with one of the best rounds of the tournament on Sunday, firing a 3-under par 69 to climb into a tie for fourth overall. Butler matched the lowest round score of the final day and finished the tournament at 1-over par with rounds of 73-75-69—217.

Butler totaled 11 birdies across the tournament while also recording 32 pars.

Filippa Jansson finished tied for 19th overall at 9-over par after closing the tournament with a 2-over 74. Jansson posted rounds of 73-78-74—225 and tied for the third-most pars in the field with 37.

Elizabeth Eberle placed tied for 25th at 12-over par after rounds of 75-75-78—228. Eberle matched Butler with 32 pars during the tournament while adding seven birdies.

Freshman Maggie Potash finished tied for 43rd at 20-over par after carding rounds of 80-77-79—236, while Anna Huettl placed 45th overall at 23-over par with rounds of 77-77-85—239.

As a team, the Hatters totaled 158 pars, the fourth-most in the tournament field, while their 33 birdies also tied for fourth overall.

The NGI appearance capped one of the strongest seasons in program history for Stetson under head coach Teresa Brown. The Hatters captured four tournament victories during the year, finished runner-up at the ASUN Championship, and produced the program's first NCAA Regional qualifier under Brown in ASUN Golfer of the Year Isaki Sakashita.

Stetson also placed four golfers on the All-ASUN teams this season, including First Team selection Sakashita and Second Team honorees Jansson, Ailsa Brannock and Julieta Oviedo.

For continued updates on Stetson Women's Golf, visit GoHatters.com and follow the Hatters on social media at @StetsonWomensGolf on Instagram and @Stetsongolf on X and @GoHatters on both.

About Stetson Athletics
At Stetson University, student-athletes don't just compete—they thrive. Located in historic DeLand, Florida, between Orlando and Daytona Beach, Stetson offers the perfect blend of competitive athletics, academic excellence, and an unbeatable Central Florida lifestyle. As the oldest private university in the region, Stetson supports approximately 500 student-athletes across 19 NCAA Division I sports. Nicknamed the "Hatters" after the institution's namesake John B. Stetson, a hat manufacturer who originated the modern-day cowboy hat, most Stetson athletic teams compete in the Atlantic Sun Conference, where they proudly hold the longest active membership since 1985. With top-tier facilities, personalized support, and a welcoming campus community, Stetson is where students can grow, compete, and succeed. Learn more at GoHatters.com or follow social media accounts @StetsonHatters.

Hatters Compete at 2026 MAAC Women’s Rowing Championship

Sun, 17 May 2026 12:07:00 EST

PENNSAUKEN, N.J. — The Stetson women's rowing team closed out its 2026 spring season Sunday morning at the MAAC Women's Rowing Championship on Cooper River Park in Pennsauken Township, N.J.

The Hatters competed in the Varsity 8, Second Varsity 8 and Varsity 4 events against the conference's top crews, highlighted by a runner-up finish in the Varsity 8 B Final.

Stetson's Varsity 8 crew of Jocalyn Ortega, Emma Rees, Sienna Meany, Maia Starrwalker, Ella Glover, Lauren Sweat, Noelle Zinn, Maria Lopez Martin and coxswain Sarah Sessions posted a time of 6:44.315 in the afternoon final, finishing second behind Fairfield and ahead of Jacksonville, Marist, Sacred Heart and Canisius.

Earlier in the morning heats, the Hatters recorded a time of 6:57.609 to finish third in their opening race behind Fairfield and Sacred Heart.

The Second Varsity 8 crew of Kara Hubbard, Emily Haynes, Gillian Dodge, Riley Olivero, Allie Haus, Julia Hickey, Asia Erickson, Abby Goulding and coxswain Sofia Cornetto turned in a time of 7:11.645 in the grand final to place fifth overall in the conference.

In the morning heat, the Hatters finished third behind Sacred Heart and Marist with a time of 7:21.003 to advance into the championship final.

Stetson's Varsity 4 crew of Samantha Plumb, Evelina Okonski, Savannah Clarke, Alexis Stivali and coxswain Ainsley Lynch raced to a sixth-place finish in the grand final with a time of 8:48.579.

The Hatters opened the day with a third-place finish in their heat after crossing in 8:54.708 behind Sacred Heart and Marist.

"Congratulations and thank you to our seniors," head coach Jamie Francis said. "Gillian, Maia, and Savannah were part of our first recruiting class and helped to transform this program. Chaylee joined us a year later and is graduating early. Dalia joined us last year as a transfer. Thank you for everything you've given to this team."

"Our boats this year were faster than previous years, but today's result is evidence that our conference continues to get more and more competitive and we will need to do more to be able to stay in the mix."

Jacksonville claimed the 2026 MAAC Women's Rowing Championship team title after winning the Varsity 8 grand final in 6:43.185.

Stetson Lineups

Varsity 8
Coxswain	Sarah Sessions
8	Jocalyn Ortega
7	Emma Rees
6	Sienna Meany
5	Maia Starrwalker
4	Ella Glover
3	Lauren Sweat
2	Noelle Zinn
1	Maria Lopez Martin

Second Varsity 8
Coxswain	Sofia Cornetto
8	Kara Hubbard
7	Emily Haynes
6	Gillian Dodge
5	Riley Olivero
4	Allie Haus
3	Julia Hickey
2	Asia Erickson
1	Abby Goulding

Varsity 4
Coxswain	Ainsley Lynch
4	Samantha Plumb
3	Evelina Okonski
2	Savannah Clarke
1	Alexis Stivali

Stetson Results

Event	Heat Result	Final Result
Varsity 8	3rd – 6:57.609	2nd – 6:44.315
Second Varsity 8	3rd – 7:21.003	5th – 7:11.645
Varsity 4	3rd – 8:54.708	6th – 8:48.579

Historic Season Comes to a Close for Hatters at NCAA Regional

Sat, 16 May 2026 20:55:00 EST

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Stetson softball's historic 2026 season came to an end Saturday at the NCAA Tallahassee Regional as the Hatters fell to No. 23 UCF, 10–1, before dropping an 11–3 decision to No. 9 Florida State at JoAnne Graf Field.

Stetson closed the year with a 37-22 overall record, capturing the ASUN Championship and advancing to the NCAA Tournament for the first time since 2014. Along the way, the Hatters earned their first win over Florida State since 1987 and recorded the program's second NCAA Tournament victory with Friday's upset of the Seminoles.

Against UCF in the 1-0 game, the Knights jumped out to an early 4–0 lead in the top of the second inning. Stetson answered in the bottom half of the inning when Madelyn Synoracki singled and later scored on a Gia Napoli double to deep center field, cutting the deficit to 4–1.

UCF added six more runs over the remainder of the game to secure the 10–1 victory in six innings.

Stetson returned to the field later Saturday evening to face No. 9 Florida State in the elimination game. The Seminoles took control early, scoring two runs in the first inning before adding five more in the second.

The Hatters responded in the third inning when Nicole Edmiaston blasted her 23rd home run of the season, moving into a three-way tie with Shellie Cousins and Cheyenne Jenks for the second-most home runs in a single season in program history. Later in the inning, Annabella McClerren scored on an RBI double by Irianis Garcia to cut the deficit to 7–2.

Stetson added another run in the fourth inning when Logan Forman crossed the plate on a bases-loaded walk by Napoli, trimming the lead to 7–3. Florida State answered with two runs in the fifth inning before adding two more in the seventh to secure the 11–3 victory.

Hayley Arnold provided a strong relief effort for the Hatters, tossing 5 2/3 innings against the Seminoles while allowing just two earned runs and striking out one batter. Garcia finished with two hits and an RBI, while Edmiaston homered and scored a run.

Stetson Top Performers vs. UCF

Gia Napoli: 1 hit, 1 double, 1 RBI
Madelyn Synoracki: 1 hit, 1 run scored
Annabella McClerren: 2 walks
Kennedy Temples: 0.2 innings pitched, 0 hits allowed, 0 runs allowed

Stetson Top Performers vs. Florida State

Nicole Edmiaston: 1 hit, 1 home run, 1 RBI, 1 run scored
Irianis Garcia: 2 hits, 1 RBI, 1 double
Hayley Arnold: 5.2 innings pitched, 1 strikeout

The 2026 season proved to be one of the most successful campaigns in program history for the Hatters. Stetson set single-season team records in doubles, home runs, RBIs, runs scored, total bases, slugging percentage, on-base percentage, and conference wins while posting the program's highest win total since 2014.

About Stetson Athletics
At Stetson University, student-athletes don't just compete—they thrive. Located in historic DeLand, Florida, between Orlando and Daytona Beach, Stetson offers the perfect blend of competitive athletics, academic excellence, and an unbeatable Central Florida lifestyle. As the oldest private university in the region, Stetson supports approximately 500 student-athletes across 19 NCAA Division I sports. Nicknamed the "Hatters" after the institution's namesake John B. Stetson, a hat manufacturer who originated the modern-day cowboy hat, most Stetson athletic teams compete in the Atlantic Sun Conference, where they proudly hold the longest active membership since 1985. With top-tier facilities, personalized support, and a welcoming campus community, Stetson is where students can grow, compete, and succeed. Learn more at GoHatters.com or follow social media accounts @StetsonHatters.

Hatters Remain in Top Five Entering Final Round of NGI

Sat, 16 May 2026 19:00:00 EST

MARICOPA, Ariz. — The Stetson women's golf team remains in the top five entering the final round of the 2026 Women's National Golf Invitational after posting a 16-over par 304 in Saturday's second round at Ak-Chin Southern Dunes Golf Club.

The Hatters sit tied for fifth overall at 26-over par (298-304—602) alongside ASUN rival Lipscomb and Mercer. Stetson trails fourth-place Bowling Green by three strokes and sits four shots behind Rutgers for third. Wyoming continues to lead the field, with Denver in second place.

Bridget Butler leads the Hatters through 36 holes, sitting tied for 13th overall at 4-over par after following her opening-round 73 with a 3-over 75 on Saturday. Butler enters the final round with a 148 total and also leads the team with six birdies through two rounds.

Elizabeth Eberle sits tied for 19th at 6-over par after carding her second straight 75. Eberle highlighted the day with an even-par 36 on the front nine and now has five birdies and 22 pars during the tournament.

Filippa Jansson is tied for 24th at 7-over par after shooting a 78 in round two, while Anna Huettl holds sole possession of 33rd place at 10-over par after posting another 77.

Freshman Maggie Potash climbed into a tie for 40th after improving by three strokes from Friday's opening round, carding a 5-over 77 to sit at 13-over par overall.

As a team, Stetson is tied with Wyoming for the third-most pars in the tournament with 108 while totaling 22 birdies through two rounds. Jansson leads the Hatters with 24 pars, followed by Eberle with 22, Butler and Potash with 21 each, and Huettl with 20.

Stetson will be paired with Bowling Green and Mercer during Sunday's final round. Tee times begin at 8:05 a.m. local time on hole one with Potash, followed by Huettl, Jansson, Eberle and Butler, who will tee off last for the Hatters at 8:41 a.m.

For continued coverage of Stetson Women's Golf throughout the NGI, visit GoHatters.com and follow the Hatters on social media at @StetsonWomensGolf on Instagram and @Stetsongolf on X and @GoHatters on both.

About Stetson Athletics
At Stetson University, student-athletes don't just compete—they thrive. Located in historic DeLand, Florida, between Orlando and Daytona Beach, Stetson offers the perfect blend of competitive athletics, academic excellence, and an unbeatable Central Florida lifestyle. As the oldest private university in the region, Stetson supports approximately 500 student-athletes across 19 NCAA Division I sports. Nicknamed the "Hatters" after the institution's namesake John B. Stetson, a hat manufacturer who originated the modern-day cowboy hat, most Stetson athletic teams compete in the Atlantic Sun Conference, where they proudly hold the longest active membership since 1985. With top-tier facilities, personalized support, and a welcoming campus community, Stetson is where students can grow, compete, and succeed. Learn more at GoHatters.com or follow social media accounts @StetsonHatters.

Hatters Close Regular Season, Turn Attention to ASUN Championship

Sat, 16 May 2026 15:56:00 EST

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — The Stetson Hatters wrapped up the regular season Saturday afternoon with a 12-2 loss to the Queens Royals at The Stick.

The Hatters finished the regular season with a 23-31 overall record and a 13-16 mark in ASUN play and will now turn their focus toward next week's ASUN Championship Tournament in DeLand beginning Tuesday at Melching Field.

Queens jumped out to an early lead with a three-run first inning before adding another run in the second to build a 4-0 advantage.

Daniel Perez got the Hatters on the board in the third inning, launching the first home run of his collegiate career with a solo shot to straightaway center field.

Stetson later trimmed the deficit to 4-2 in the seventh inning after Corey Robinson tripled and scored on an RBI single from Paul Napolitano.

Queens broke the game open in the eighth inning with an eight-run frame to secure the run-rule victory.

Despite the loss, the Hatters received a strong outing from Lathan Haywood out of the bullpen. Haywood tossed 4.1 scoreless innings while allowing just one hit and striking out three. Brendan Walker earned the starting nod while Thasher Steed and Salvy Alvarez combined with Haywood to finish the game.

GAME NOTES

Daniel Perez hit the first home run of his collegiate career
Corey Robinson recorded his first triple of the season
Lathan Haywood tossed 4.1 scoreless innings of relief
Stetson drew five walks offensively
The Hatters stranded 10 runners on base
Stetson closes the regular season with a 23-31 overall record
The Hatters open ASUN Championship play Tuesday in DeLand

KEY PERFORMERS

Lathan Haywood
4.1 IP, 1 H, 0 ER, 3 K

Daniel Perez
1-for-3, HR, RBI, BB

Corey Robinson
2-for-3, 3B, R, BB

Paul Napolitano
1-for-4, RBI

UP NEXT

Stetson returns home to begin play in the 2026 ASUN Championship Tournament on Tuesday at Melching Field. Seeding and bracket to be announced soon.

Fans can stay up to date with the Hatters throughout tournament week by following Stetson Baseball on social media and visiting GoHatters.com for schedules, updates and coverage.

About Stetson Athletics
At Stetson University, student-athletes don't just compete—they thrive. Located in historic DeLand, Florida, between Orlando and Daytona Beach, Stetson offers the perfect blend of competitive athletics, academic excellence, and an unbeatable Central Florida lifestyle. As the oldest private university in the region, Stetson supports approximately 500 student-athletes across 19 NCAA Division I sports. Nicknamed the "Hatters" after the institution's namesake John B. Stetson, a hat manufacturer who originated the modern-day cowboy hat, most Stetson athletic teams compete in the Atlantic Sun Conference, where they proudly hold the longest active membership since 1985. With top-tier facilities, personalized support, and a welcoming campus community, Stetson is where students can grow, compete, and succeed. Learn more at GoHatters.com or follow social media accounts @StetsonHatters.

DeVore Continues Staff Build with Addition of Ryan McGee

Sat, 16 May 2026 11:35:00 EST

DeLAND, Fla. – Stetson University head women's basketball coach Melissa DeVore has announced the addition of Ryan McGee as an assistant coach for the Hatters program.

McGee arrives in DeLand after multiple successful stints at Francis Marion University, where he helped guide the Patriots to a combined 63-25 record and two NCAA Division II Southeast Regional appearances across three seasons on staff.

McGee first joined the Patriots during the 2022-23 season, helping Francis Marion post a 20-7 overall record. He then spent the 2023-24 campaign as an assistant coach at Lander University before returning to Francis Marion for the past two seasons.

During the 2024-25 season, Francis Marion finished 24-7 overall and earned a berth into the NCAA Division II Southeast Regional. This past season, the Patriots went 19-11 before falling to DeVore's Coker University squad in the NCAA Division II Southeast Regional.

"Ryan is someone I've had a great deal of respect for over the past seasons competing against each other," DeVore added. "He's a tireless worker, eager to continue learning and growing, and I know he's going to bring tremendous energy, passion and a fresh perspective to our staff. I'm excited to welcome him to Hatter Nation!"

Between his two stints at Francis Marion, McGee spent the 2023-24 season at Lander University, helping the Bearcats post a 19-win campaign and match the largest turnaround in program history with an 11-win improvement from the previous year. While at Lander, he helped develop WBCA All-American and Peach Belt Conference Player of the Year Wykeria Johnson Kelly, along with All-Conference selection Tania Gordon, both of whom went on to play professionally overseas.

Prior to returning to the collegiate ranks, McGee served as head coach for boys basketball, football and baseball at Effingham County Middle School in Guyton, Ga., during the 2021-22 school year while also assisting with the boys basketball program at Effingham County High School. The Rebels finished 19-8, advancing to the state playoffs and reaching the region championship game while producing six All-Region selections.

McGee also spent the 2020-21 season as an assistant boys basketball coach at West Florence High School.

A native of Columbus, Ga., McGee earned his bachelor's degree in sports management from Berry College in 2021 before completing his master's degree in education from Middle Georgia University in 2022. He also completed undergraduate coursework at Brevard College.

As a student-athlete, McGee played basketball at Brevard and was a two-year starter on the football team at Berry College. He later transitioned into coaching as a student assistant with the Berry basketball program.

In addition to his collegiate coaching experience, McGee has served as a site manager for Point Guard College (PGC) Camps, overseeing operations at 19 national camp sites and working with more than 3,000 athletes from around the world through basketball instruction and mentorship.