High Point University

I know their program has been a little unsettled the last couple of years, but does anybody have any real insight as to the direction they are going? I never hear too much about local kids going there for baseball. The school and facilities are absolutely top notch. And now this:







HPU Receives $2 Million Donation Toward Baseball Training Facility
HIGH POINT, N.C., Sept. 24, 2009 - An anonymous out-of-state supporter has committed a $2 million gift for an indoor baseball training facility at High Point University.

The facility - a fully enclosed, 11,000-square-foot structure that will include indoor batting and pitching cages, locker rooms for players and coaches, and other amenities - will be located next to Willard Stadium.

"This facility is the latest upgrade for the High Point University baseball program and Athletic Department," says Craig Keilitz, athletic director. "Once again, we have a major donor to thank for supporting HPU and helping raise the profile of High Point University sports teams. The training facility will be a huge asset to coach Craig Cozart and his staff in helping HPU baseball players improve on the field."

The indoor baseball training facility will include a hitting and pitching area, which will give the HPU baseball program a distinct advantage for training throughout the year. It will also include permanent video cameras that will be used for video review and training purposes. The facility will also feature a player lounge, a team conference room and trophy display area.

"The addition of this facility will further enhance the improvements made to Willard Stadium and Erath Field over the past three years," said Cozart. "One of the most important aspects of any baseball program is the ability to develop the talent of the players on the team, and this facility will allow us to do that like never before. The facility helps differentiate High Point University from other baseball programs in the league and region, and it's just another example of what makes HPU such an extraordinary place. I want to thank our donor for making this possible."

"The university is fortunate to have so many individuals who realize the power in investing the educational experience for our students," says Bill Doerr, senior director of institutional advancement. "We were delighted to partner with this donor to make a true and immediate impact on our athletic program."

 

Shhh...I was supposed to be anonymous

However, since the cat is out of the bag, the word on the street is the HC is obtaining instant credibility. They are found everywhere recruiting the talent in this state. They have found the formula that has proven successful at many schools---the talent level in NC is enormous--so let's go after them.

They have a first rate facility, great administration support and a coach that believes in the talents of the NC kids. I bet HPU will be turning the corner very soon.

 

I wish the Adm. in Asheville would get the same idea...

 

It's what happens when you let "Hippies' run your administration

PS- I'm sure someone will PM me to correct my opinion.

 

High Point University (The WOW FACTOR)

My son is a freshman there this year and he is absolutely crazy about the Coaches and the program. I personally can not say enough about the school, and the coaches. Right now I am the #1 salesman for High Point University and their Baseball program.

My son went on several visits during his recruiting process with different schools but after the visit with High Point and Coach Cozart MY MIND WAS MADE UP. It took Kyle maybe a couple of more minutes longer to make his mind up. His was the one that really counted. Coach Cozart, Coach Peters, Coach Wallace and Coach Latham are wonderful people to have overseeing you son's college baseball.
He is so happy with his decision.

High Point has a great athletic director in Craig Keilitz that really supports the coaches needs along with the school president Dr. Nido Qubein.
As you can tell I can not say enough about High Point. And YES High Point's baseball program is on the move.

Perfect timing for my son to be there!!!
Go Panthers

 

I don't know if any of you have had the pleasure of seeing High Point's field, but I'm nominating it to become the 9th wonder, after cheese in a can of coarse!

 

the grass is greener...

I don't know if it's "hippies" running things up there, but I do sometimes wonder what they're smokin'

 

Okay, but then I don't know what you call them. I'm sure they aren't fans of baseball

 

I think I seen a couple of them dudes in the following Charles Manson.

 

Perhaps...but they are now tenured college administrators.