EVANSVILLE, Ind. – University of Southern Indiana Baseball announces final additions to the 2027 roster, signing a total of 23 players, including four NCAA Division I, three D-II, eight NCJAA, and one NAIA transfers.
 
"I am extremely pleased with how our roster has come together," says USI Baseball Head Coach Chris Ramirez. "We are returning a very experienced group of pitchers that will lead us into the season. Our starting lineup will have a very new look with only two returning everyday players, but we are very excited about the new crop of hitters that are on campus this fall."
 
The 2027 roster consists of 19 returners, with 23 new players coming from 14 different states, including Puerto Rico. In addition to the seven early signees from December, Ramirez announces the remaining 16 members of the class.
 
"This recruiting class features a very talented mix of both pitchers and hitters from across the country," continues Ramirez. "We targeted the most talented prospects from all levels of baseball: high school, junior college, and four-year transfers. We are excited to continue to build off the momentum we have created over the past two seasons and bring a championship to USI."
 
Evan Holstein | Catcher | 6'2" | 200 lbs | Canton, Georgia

• Transfer from Kennesaw State University
• Developed a .245 batting average over two seasons
• Appeared in 19 games with 15 starts

Coach Krennrich on Evan: "Evan is a strong physical presence. He has the skills at the plate and defensively to be a difference maker for us. Evan is coming off a good summer where he saw his power numbers take off. We are excited to get him in a Screaming Eagles uniform."
 
Oneill Feliz | Catcher | 5'11" | 210 lbs | Fort Myers, Florida

• Transfer from Florence-Darlington Tech
• Hit .347 at the plate, with eight doubles and eight home runs
• Named All-Region first team 
• Fielded .991 behind the dish

Coach Krennrich on Oneill: "Oneill comes from a winning program in Florida Darlington. He had a good season at the plate and defensively and continued it into the summer. He is a big addition to our catching room. We are excited to watch Oneill develop and be a big part of what we do this year"
 
Steven Harshbarger | Catcher | 6'0" | 195 lbs | Harlem, Georgia

• Transfer from Lander University
• Appeared in five games as a freshman

Coach Krennrich on Steven: "We are excited to get Steven into our system and watch him develop. Steven has all the tools to be a big piece of what we achieve this season. He is a big addition to our catching room that has a chance to be very special this season." 
 
Carter Murphy | INF | 6'2" | 245 lbs | Terre Haute, Indiana

• Transfer from University of South Florida
• Hit .289 from the dish
• Appeared in 33 games over two seasons

Coach Krennrich on Carter: "Carter is a big physical hitter that has shown the ability to drive the ball out of the park. He has played in some big games and came up clutch. Carter had a great summer and was named an All-Star in the Prospect League. We are excited to get Carter and his big bat in our line up this season."
 
Emilio Feliciano | INF | 5'10" | 175 lbs | Auburn, Washington

• Transfer from Coppin State University
• Started 40 games at shortstop, produced a .250 batting clip

Coach Krennrich on Emilio: "Emilio is a plus athlete that can really defend the middle infield. He has the arm and range to make any play on the field. Emilio has the experience of playing shortstop at the D-I level. He is a big addition to our infield and has a chance to be a big part of what we accomplish this season."
 
Gage Dorris | UTL | 6'0" | 200 lbs | Huntsville, Texas

• Transfer from Wharton County Junior College
• Hit .314 with nine doubles and four homers, and swiped 12 bags
• Named a Texas Junior College All-Star

Coach Krennrich on Gage: "Gage is a natural left-handed hitter. He has proven himself over two seasons against tough junior college competition in Texas. Gage has the ability to play all over the field, giving us good options to our lineup. He comes from a good program and knows what it takes to win. We are excited to get Gage in a USI uniform."
 
JJ Fagfoomsintu | INF | 5'9" | 185 lbs | Winnetka, California

• Transfer from Los Angeles Pierce College
• Hit .312 with 11 doubles and 10 stolen bases

Coach Krennrich on JJ: "JJ is a sure handed defender at shortstop. He is going to make all the routine plays and has the ability to make the spectacular plays as well. He has shown the ability to handle the bat and be a good addition to our line up as well. We are excited to get JJ on campus and see him continue to develop."
 
Daylon Jefcoats | OF | 6'2" | 210 lbs | Andrews, Texas

• Transfer from University of Texas - Permian Basin
• Hit .365 with 11 doubles, two triples, and nine long balls, while stealing 11 bases
• Named Lone Star Conference Freshman of the Year, first-team All-Conference, and second-team All-Region

Coach Krennrich on Daylon: "We are fired up to get Daylon on campus and into a Screaming Eagles uniform. He is coming off a really good freshman year in one of the better D-II conferences. He is a big athlete that has all the tools to be one of our better players this season."
 
Kason Atkins | OF | 6'0" | 175 lbs | Wyle, Texas

• Transfer from Blinn College
• Hit .356 with 11 doubles and 24 walks

Coach Krennrich on Kason: "Kason comes from one of the best junior college programs in the country and knows what it takes to win. He was the everyday centerfielder for a team that finished number two in the country. Kason is a plus athlete that can handle the outfield really well. He has shown the ability to hit against some of the best arms in the country. We are excited for Kason to be in a Screaming Eagles uniform and bring his winning history to our program." 
 
Constantine Coines | OF | 5'10" | 190 lbs | Park Ridge, Illinois

• Transfer from Lewis University
• Named All-GLVC
• Hit .357 with 15 doubles, three triples, four home runs, and 47 walks, while stealing 16 bases
• Played for the Greek National Team this summer

Coach Krennrich on Constantine: "Constantine had a really good freshman year, being one of Lewis' best players from day one. He has all the tools to come in and be an every day player for us on day one. He handled centerfield like a veteran and showed the ability to hurt opposing pitchers in several different ways. We are excited to get Constantine on campus after his debut with the Greek National Team this summer."
 
 Austin Marlin | OF | 6'4" | 190 lbs | Beach City, Texas

• Transfer from Paris Junior College
• Texas Junior College All-Star
• Hit .362 with 19 doubles, six triples, and 10 home runs, while stealing 36 bases in two seasons

Coach Krennrich on Austin: "Austin is a big, strong athlete that has all the tools to be a big part of what we accomplish this season. He had a good freshman year, but unfortunately, he dealt with some injuries this past season. Austin played centerfield every day when healthy. He can really run it down out there. We are excited to see what Austin can do in a USI uniform."
 
Jacob Poletto | OF | 5'9" | 170 lbs | Miami, Florida

• Transfer from Bossier Parish CC
• Hit .292 with 10 extra-base hits and eight stolen bases

Coach Krennrich on Jacob: "Jacob is a really good athlete that can really run. He is a left-handed hitter that has some surprise pop in his bat. He has shown the ability to be a shutdown defender in centerfield, covering a lot of ground. Jacob can be a game changer with his speed and the ability to do many different things offensively. We are looking forward to seeing what Jacob does in a Screaming Eagles uniform."
 
Bradley Coulter | RHP | 6'1" | 190 lbs | Taylorsville, Kentucky

• Transfer from University of Cincinnati 
• Pitched 20 innings, allowing just 21 hits, while fanning 26 as a freshman

Coach Krennrich on Bradley: "Bradley has a really talented arm that knows how to pitch. He had a successful freshman year, pitching in big games for Cincinnati. He missed the next season due to Tommy John surgery. Bradley is back to being healthy and is coming off a good summer. We are excited for Bradley to be pitching in a USI unform this season and being a big part of our pitching staff."
 
Carter Fogal | RHP | 6'1" | 195 lbs | Chambersburg, Pennsylvannia

• Transfer from Penn State Mont Alto
• Threw 52 innings, striking out 59, and finished with a 2.42 ERA

Coach Krennrich on Carter: "Carter is an experienced starter with a track record of success on the mound. He really competes on the mound and knows how to pitch. Carter is the guy you want with the ball in his hand with the game on the line. He has the arsenal to come in from day one and be a big help to our pitching staff."
 
Andrew Hamlett | LHP | 6'0" | 185 lbs | Cedar Rapids, Iowa

• Transfer from Southeastern CC
• Threw 78 innings, striking out 64, and held a 4.83 ERA over two seasons

Coach Krennrich on Andrew: "Andrew will be our only left-handed pitcher on the staff this year, giving him a chance to have a big role this season. He can do whatever is asked of him on the mound, having started and came in relief before. Andrew comes from a winning program and knows what it takes to be a winner. He is very competitive on the mound. We are excited to watch Andrew pitch in a Screaming Eagles uniform this spring."
 
Mason Miles | RHP | 5'11" | 200 lbs | Villa Park, California

• Transfer from Cypress College
• Threw 29 innings, allowing just 23 hits, while striking out 30 for a 2.45 ERA

Coach Krennrich on Mason: "Mason was an All-Conference reliever last season. When you get the ball to him late in games, you feel good about the decision going your way. He has a fastball that gives hitters a tough time and is always in attack mode, making some uncomfortable at-bats for hitters. We are excited to have Mason in a USI uniform."
 
Ramirez and Company will return a plethora of talent, including OVC All-Tournament standout, Parker Martin, along with senior leadership from outfielder Ethan Rothschild, catcher Drue Saenz, and infielder Zion Stephens. The Screaming Eagles retain 13 hurlers from the previous season, accounting for over 315 innings pitched and 20 victories. Senior right-hander Ryan Weller will be looked upon in a large role after starting in 17 contests, accumulating six five-plus strikeout outings, while Caydon Laird returns with the most appearances and lowest ERA from the group (31 appearances and 3.88 ERA).
 
With the roster finalized, the Screaming Eagles are set to compete in the 2026 fall campaign, featuring four exhibitions and a long list of intersquad scrimmages, including the annual Fall World Series on October 31, November 4, 6, 7, and 8. USI will travel to Murray State on October 3, then host Southwestern Illinois Community College (October 11 at 4 p.m.), Wabash Valley College (October 24 at 11 a.m.), and John A. Logan College (October 30 at 4 p.m.). All USI fall home games are free to the public to attend.
 
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