High Point University Baseball: A History of the Panthers

High Point University, located in High Point, North Carolina, has a baseball program with a history dating back to 1933. The High Point Panthers baseball team represents the university in NCAA Division I college baseball, competing in the Big South Conference. Their home games are played on campus at George S. Erath Field.

Program Overview

University: High Point University
Location: High Point, North Carolina
Conference: Big South Conference
Head Coach: Joey Hammond (4th season in 2025)
Home Stadium: George S. Erath Field
Founded: 1933
Overall Record: 603-741-1

The Early Years

The High Point Panthers baseball program was founded in 1933.

Recent Seasons (2002-2025)

Here's a look at the High Point Panthers' performance in recent years:

2025:

Conference: Big South
Head Coach: Joey Hammond
Ballpark: George S. Erath Field

2024:

Conference: Big South
Record: 24-17
RPI: 117
Head Coach: Joey Hammond
Ballpark: George S. Erath Field
Postseason: Clemson Regional 1

2023:

Conference: Big South
Record: 27-12
RPI: 204
Head Coach: Joey Hammond
Ballpark: George S. Erath Field

2022:

Conference: Big South
Record: 24-14
RPI: 191
Head Coach: Joey Hammond
Ballpark: George S. Erath Field

2021:

Conference: Big South
Record: 37-12
Head Coach: Craig Cozart
Ballpark: George S. Erath Field

2020:

Conference: Big South
Record: 16-7
Head Coach: Craig Cozart
Ballpark: George S. Erath Field

2019:

Conference: Big South
Record: 27-14
Head Coach: Craig Cozart
Ballpark: George S. Erath Field

2018:

Conference: Big South
Record: 27-19
Head Coach: Craig Cozart
Ballpark: George S. Erath Field

2017:

Conference: Big South
Record: 24-13
Head Coach: Craig Cozart
Ballpark: George S. Erath Field

2016:

Conference: Big South
Record: 24-14
Head Coach: Craig Cozart
Ballpark: George S. Erath Field

2015:

Conference: Big South
Record: 24-14
Head Coach: Craig Cozart
Ballpark: George S. Erath Field

2014:

Conference: Big South
Record: 27-18
Head Coach: Craig Cozart
Ballpark: George S. Erath Field

2013:

Conference: Big South
Record: 24-15
Head Coach: Craig Cozart
Ballpark: George S. Erath Field

2012:

Conference: Big South
Record: 24-11
Head Coach: Craig Cozart
Ballpark: George S. Erath Field

2011:

Conference: Big South
Record: 27-9
Head Coach: Craig Cozart
Ballpark: George S. Erath Field

2010:

Conference: Big South
Record: 27-12
Head Coach: Craig Cozart
Ballpark: George S. Erath Field

2009:

Conference: Big South
Record: 23-11
Head Coach: Craig Cozart
Ballpark: George S. Erath Field

2008:

Conference: Big South
Record: 21-31
Head Coach: Sal Bando Jr
Ballpark: George S. Erath Field

2007:

Conference: Big South
Record: 21-10
Head Coach: Sal Bando Jr
Ballpark: George S. Erath Field

2006:

Conference: Big South
Record: 24-14
Head Coach: Sal Bando Jr
Ballpark: George S. Erath Field

2005:

Conference: Big South
Record: 24-6
Head Coach: Sal Bando Jr
Ballpark: George S. Erath Field

2004:

Conference: Big South
Record: 24-4
Head Coach: Sal Bando Jr
Ballpark: George S. Erath Field

2003:

Conference: Big South
Record: 9-5
Head Coach: Sal Bando Jr
Ballpark: George S. Erath Field

2002:

Conference: Big South
Record: 20-9
Head Coach: Sal Bando Jr
Ballpark: George S. Erath Field

Coaching History

The High Point Panthers baseball program has had several head coaches throughout its history. Notable coaches include:

Joey Hammond: Current head coach (since 2022).
Craig Cozart: Coached from 2010 to 2021.
Sal Bando Jr: Coached from 2002 to 2008.

George S. Erath Field

George S. Erath Field serves as the home stadium for the High Point Panthers baseball team. It is located on the High Point University campus.

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Conference Affiliation

The High Point Panthers compete in the Big South Conference.

Read also: Eligibility for National Awards

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