Michigan Monarchs

    Double Header For Final Home Game

    Date:07/16/2023   Source:Michigan Monarchs  

    The final home game of the season for the Monarchs will be a doubleheader against the Muskegon Clippers on 7/19/23 starting at 5:05 PM at Cleary University Lake Trust Stadium. ...


    Monarchs Fall Short to Leprechauns

    Date:07/09/2023   Source:Michigan Monarchs  

      Strikeouts and Walks Plague Monarchs as They Fall Short to Leprechauns Garrett Pog - 7/10/23 The subtle nuances in pitching can make all the difference. The more you’re able to adjust in the box or on the mound, the better you’ll do. The great teams adjust, and the other ones, not so much. We saw more of the latter in Sunday night’s contest as the Royal Oak Leprechauns (...


    Monarchs Win Sandusky Series

    Date:07/06/2023   Source:Michigan Monarchs  

      Monarchs Win Series After Consistent Hitting and Pitching on Thursday Night Garrett Pog - 7/6/23 A brisk wind passed over Lake Trust Stadium on Thursday night as it had been accomplished. What is “it,” you may ask? The Michigan Monarchs (7-14) had finally won their first series in over 2 weeks. After some weeks of turmoil where there were only 13 total players to work with, i...


    Monarchs Fall Short in Both Games of Doubleheader

    Date:07/01/2023   Source:Michigan Monarchs  

      Monarchs Fall Short in Both Games of Doubleheader with Only 12 Players Garrett Pog - 7-01-23   Yesterday was not fun at all. I wish I could say this was hyperbole but…it’s not.   It was a humid 89 degrees at first pitch, there was miscommunication amongst the players, coaches, and fans, and everyone had just about had it with the losing woes of the Michigan Mona...


    Father's Day Clippers Vs Monarchs Recap

    Date:06/18/2023   Source:Michigan Monarchs  

      Clippers Crush Monarchs in Father’s Day Showdown Garrett Pog - 6-19-23 It’s no wonder they’re 8-0. The Muskegon Clippers walked into Sunday night as the best team in the Great Lakes Summer Collegiate League, looking to further cement their dominance as their fans traveled by the dozens to watch them play on the road. It didn’t take long for the Clippers to set sa...


    Monarchs Split Double Header With Jet Box

    Date:06/17/2023   Source:Michigan Monarchs  

    Monarchs Put Up Runs Early to Win Game 2 of Doubleheader Garrett Pog - 6-17-23 You’d think a team would feel dejected by losing the opener of a doubleheader by a 10-Run Mercy Rule, 16-5. Instead, your Michigan Monarchs (4-4) shook the dust off, ready to get back to work just 30 minutes after the first game ended. As a result, the Monarchs won their second game 8-2 over Jet Box (1-7) on Frid...


    Opening Day Recap

    Date:06/07/2023   Source:Michigan Monarchs  

      Monarchs Even Series Against Leprechauns in Late-Inning Thriller Garrett Pog - 6-8-23   It was certainly an up-and-down game for the Michigan Monarchs (1-1). After losing 6-1 in the season opener against the Royal Oak Leprechauns (1-1), they needed to prove themselves in their Lake Trust Stadium debut. Robert Klann (2 IP, 1 H, 2 ER) felt waves of emotions through himself, as he we...


    Monarchs To Play In Alaskan Classic

    Date:05/17/2023   Source:Michigan Monarchs  

    On June 21, 2023, the Alaska Goldpanners will host the 118th Midnight Sun Baseball Game.  The “high noon at midnight” classic is played entirely without the use of artificial light.  The Midnight Sun Game is a Fairbanks tradition that dates back to 1906 as a bar bet between the Eagle’s Club and the California Bar, led by Eddie Stroecker, “Father of the Midnight Su...


    Become A 2023 Host Family

    Date:05/17/2023   Source:Michigan Monarchs  

        ⚾🏠 Be a Home Run Hero! Michigan Monarchs Baseball Team Needs Host Families for the 2023 Season 🌟 Attention, baseball fans, and community-minded individuals of Howell, MI! We have an extraordinary opportunity for you to become part of the exciting world of baseball and make a lasting impact on the lives of aspiring athletes. The Michigan Monarchs, a talented and dedicated baseball ...


    Inside The Huddle

    Date:05/13/2023   Source:Michigan Monarchs  

    Join us on Inside the Huddle this weekend as Dan Leach talks to the owner of the Michigan Monarchs & Michigan State Representative, James DeSana on their move to Howell Michigan to play this summer in the Great Lakes Summer Collegiate League! Saturday 9AM & Sunday at 7PM on 93.5FM & streaming on WHMI.com ...


    Monarchs Hire Pitching Coach Adam Castillo

    Date:03/28/2023   Source:Michigan Monarchs  

    Castillo is an experienced pitcher and coach who will serve as the Monarchs Pitching Coach for the 2023 season. Prior to his time with the Michigan Monarchs of the GLSCL, Castillo had a successful playing career at Point University as a member of the Skyhawks pitching staff the 6'3 Righthander appeared in 19 games for the Skyhawks in 2022. Castillo's enthusiasm and kno...


    Caldwell Named Head Coach

    Date:01/02/2023   Source:Michigan Monarchs  

      Kelton Caldwell is a former professional baseball player and current head coach. Born and raised in Salt Lake City, Kelton developed his skills as a standout player at Jordan High School, where he batted .451 and hit eight home runs in 2010. He was recognized as a Deseret News First Team All-State player in both 2009 and 2010, as well as a two-time all-region selection. After high sch...


    Komonosky Wins Joe Carbone Manager of the Year

    Date:08/04/2022   Source:Michigan Monarchs  

    "Congratulations go out to the 2022 #GLSCL Joe Carbone Manager of the Year winner Ben Komonosky leading the Michigan Monarchs to the North Division Championship with the league's best record of 23-15." -GLSCL     ...


    Longstaff Wins GLSCL Player Of The Year

    Date:08/04/2022   Source:Michigan Monarchs  

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    Playoff Recap

    Date:08/02/2022   Source:Michigan Monarchs  

    Lima 7/26-7/28   After a stellar regular season that included Monarch Awards for the North Division Player of the Year Reece Longstaff and GLSCL Manager of The Year Ben Komonosky as well as the leagues best record, the playoff tested Lima Locos were able to hold off and defeat the Narchs 2 games to 1 in the best of 3 division series.   Despite leading in all 3 games and being ju...


    Monarchs Clinch North Division

    Date:07/25/2022   Source:Michigan Monarchs  

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    Monarchs Sweep Ice Haulers

    Date:07/12/2022   Source:Michigan Monarchs  

    Game 30 Recap 7/10/22 vs Sandusky    Led by strong pitching and solid defense along with the hot bat of Tyler Nelson who had 3 hits. The Monarchs cruised to a 7-1 series sweep over host Sandusky Ice Haulers.    Beating the Ice haulers extended the Narchs current winning streak to 6 games while increasing their lead in the North Division to 5 games over t...


    Monarchs Win In Late Rally

    Date:07/10/2022   Source:Michigan Monarchs  

    The Monarchs traveled to Sandusky last evening hoping to keep their second-half surge alive taking on the Ice Haulers at Sports Force Park a place that has not been kind to the Narchs in 2022.   Trailing by 4 in the bottom of the 8th the offense came alive to help starting pitcher Keaton Ballard who had given Michigan a solid start but had been foiled by several defensive miscues and one ba...


    Bats Stay Hot!

    Date:07/10/2022   Source:Michigan Monarchs  

    Bats stay hot!   The Monarchs keep rolling with their 9th win in the last 10 games with an 8 to 6 victory over the Ice Haulers our 7th straight home win.   Another quality start by Kane Elmy and a big save from righty Haden Jatczak kept the Monarchs on track for their 18th win of 2022 tying last season’s victory total with 10 games remaining.    The Mo...


    Busch And Jatczak Come Up Big

    Date:07/07/2022   Source:Michigan Monarchs  

    Monarchs come up with clutch hitting in the series opener vs Muskegon to improve to 15-10 on the season and 8-3 at home with a 4-3 victory.   Big hits from Sam Busch and a 7th inning long ball by reliever Hayden Jatczak secured the win for the North Division leading Monarchs.    The pitching did its job lead by starter Kevin Korte and Keaton Ballard allowing for the sa...


    Kane Elmys Dominate Performance

    Date:07/03/2022   Source:Michigan Monarchs  

    Tonight’s series opener vs Jet Box was a star studded pitching performance by Monarchs Starting Pitcher Kane Elmy using just 99 pitches to shut down Jet Box in 9 innings for the complete game Victory. Reece Longstaff led the offense, Hayden Jatczak, and Joe Kido with a big 9th inning double to give Elmy insurance he really didn’t need in the most dominant pitching performance of the y...


    Korte Shuts Down Locos

    Date:06/29/2022   Source:Michigan Monarchs  

    Stellar starting pitching from number #33 Kevin Korte 8 innings of 2-run ball and clutch defense from Reece Longstaff along with a shut down 9th inning from Keaton Ballard which powered the Monarchs to a much needed home victory 4-2 over the Lima Locos.   Game 2 of the series puts left handed Nick Powers of MSU on the mound vs the Locos as the Monarchs look for a series win an...


    Monarchs Leave Muskegon With Hot Bats

    Date:06/19/2022   Source:Michigan Monarchs  

    Fathers Day at Historic Marsh Field saw the Monarch's bats stay hot churning out 12 hits and 11 runs. The offensive stars were Henry Brown, Tyler Nelson, and newcomer Jared Jaked. Solid starting pitching from Carson Caudill allowing just 3 hits over 6 innings held the Clippers at bay. The bullpen duo of numbers Devin Cavanagh and Jack Elkins closed the door on Muskegon and helped t...


    Monarchs Fall To Clippers In Game Two

    Date:06/19/2022   Source:Michigan Monarchs  

    The Monarchs took on the Clippers at Historic Marsh Field Saturday hoping to bounce back from Friday's walk-off win by the Clippers. The bats were cooking for 6 more Runs with Reece Longstaff going deep for the early lead 2-0 Jared Schwartz a local product from Muskegon pitched a solid 5 innings but as was the case on Friday the bullpen fought hard but in the end faltered late and Clippers wen...


    Monarchs Take Series From Jet Box 7-3 Thursday Night

    Date:06/16/2022   Source:Michigan Monarchs  

    Monarchs sealed the series win against Jet Box at home Thursday night with a score of 7-3. Jet Box was up 2 zip early tonight similar to last night's game when the Monarchs had the 2-0 lead early In the game and had a late defensive meltdown and ended up losing 6-3. However, the Monarchs managed to flip the script tonight and sealed the win. The Monarchs advance to 6-3 on t...


    Longstaff Homers In Monarchs Home Opener Win

    Date:06/14/2022   Source:Michigan Monarchs  

    A warm Tuesday night at the Diamond At Siena the Michigan Monarchs rolled to a 4-2 Opening Night victory against the visiting Jet Box from Milford, Michigan. Solid starting pitching from Kevin Korte over 7 innings and timely hitting led by Reece Longstaff with his first homer of the season propelled the team to their 5th victory in 7 games. Keaton Ballard from Davenport U. came on to record the sa...


    Monarchs Win Road Opener In Sudden Death

    Date:06/07/2022   Source:Michigan Monarchs  

    Sunny Wednesday night baseball in Royal Oak the Monarchs batted the Leprechauns for 10 innings relying on clutch pitching, solid run saving defense, and a clutch 2 out 2 strike line drive over the head of the Royal Oak 3rd baseman by #5 Reece Longstaff to send the Michigan Monarchs to a road opening 3-2 sudden death victory the first in the GLSCL this season. Join us for the Home Opener June ...


    Sundays Exhibition No-Hitter

    Date:06/06/2022   Source:Michigan Monarchs  

    A Sunday afternoon exhibition at The Diamond at Siena resulted in 8 Monarch pitchers combining to spin a 4-0 shut-out NO-HITTER vs the Xenia Scouts. Now, that's the way to start a season! The players look forward to seeing you out at the Diamond for the home opener Wednesday night June 8th, at 7 PM. All Tickets are $5 and kids 12 and under have free admission. Parking on-site is free of charge...


    Monarchs Jumble Jet Box, 3-1

    Date:07/03/2021   Source:Michigan Monarchs  

      By: Kevin Piel ADRIAN, MI.: The Michigan Monarchs received phenomenal pitching from LHP Jack White, LHP Andy Cook, and LHP Dominic Puccetti to snap a four-game skid, avenge a loss earlier this week, and defeat Jet Box Baseball Club, 3-1, at Siena Heights Baseball Field on Saturday night. White (1-0) set the tempo for the evening by firing six scoreless innings, allowing just one walk and...


    Monarchs Derail Locos

    Date:06/17/2021   Source:Michigan Monarchs  

    Lima, OH: In the only road game of the week, the Monarchs hit the road to Lima. The game went just as planned for the Monarchs, sitting on a two game win streak coming into the game. Ryan Korolden (1-0) toed the rubber for Michigan, and the day started off strong for him, getting an out on the first pitch of the game.  Run support came early, with a trio of singles, and the newest Monar...