Third baseman Makana Murashige '25, recognized as a second-team All-NWC utility player, broke school records for career hits, games played, games started, and career at-bats.
The University of Puget Sound baseball team, coached by
Jeff Halstead, concluded the season with a 25-17 overall record and a 14-10 mark in league play within the Northwest Conference, securing a third-place finish. The Loggers advanced to the NWC Tournament, where they achieved a historic milestone by winning their first postseason game in Division III history before being eliminated by Whitworth University in the semifinals.
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This season marked a significant achievement for the team, as they set a new school record by reaching 25 wins, the best performance in the program's history. They also showcased exceptional defensive skills, finishing fifth nationally in fielding percentage.
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Several athletes stood out during the season. Third baseman
Makana Murashige '25, recognized as a second-team All-NWC utility player, broke school records for career hits, games played, games started, and career at-bats. He ranks second all-time in career total bases and stolen bases, and he is in the top five for career RBIs, doubles, and runs scored. Pitcher
Brett Harvey '25 received honorable mention All-NWC honors this season, following his recognition as a second-team selection in both 2024 and 2023. Harvey set a new school record for starts and finished among the top five in all-time strikeouts, wins, and innings pitched. Other notable Loggers include sophomore outfielder
Ryan Spero '27 and second baseman
Kellen Krebs '26, both named second-team All-NWC. Additionally, shortstop
Preston Crockett '27, relief pitcher
Zach Robman '26, and starting pitcher
Charlie Decker '27 received honorable mention All-NWC recognition.
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Like true Loggers, the team also excelled academically, achieving an impressive 3.43 team GPA. A total of 43 players maintained a GPA above 3.0, with 25 achieving a 3.5 or higher, and five student-athletes earning a perfect 4.0 GPA. Harvey, Crockett, and
Drew Kamihara '25 earned Academic All-District honors, recognizing their combined excellence on the field and in the classroom.