Mount Vernon Nazarene University: Athletics: Cougars


	Cougar Baseball Testimonials Tim Belcher (Former Major League Pitcher and No. 1 Draft Pick) "After graduating high school in the spring of 1980, I was looking for an opportunity to continue my education, play college baseball, and realize my aspiration of becoming a major leaguer. Mount Vernon Nazarene University and the baseball program provided me the opportunity to accomplish that and more! - For that, Mount Vernon Nazarene University and those charged with coaching and educating me will forever occupy a special place in my heart." Brock Barnhouse (1991 NAIA Honorable Mention All-American) "The baseball program at Mount Vernon Nazarene University can be summed up in two words, 'Winning tradition'. This tradition is continuing today with the finest quality of instruction by a staff that knows how to win. Not only is Keith Veale an excellent experienced winning coach, he is also one who cares about his players and will help them develop as individuals." Mel Severns (1985 NAIA First Team All-American) "The Mount Vernon Nazarene University baseball program means success. You cannot be a part of this program and leave unchanged. Learning the game and refining your skills is expected and will occur. However, learning about life and developing spiritually is the heart of the program. Coach Veale has continued this fine tradition." Shawn Alazaus (13th Round Draft Pick of the New York Yankees in 1993) "I chose to go to Mount Vernon Nazarene University because I knew it was a good school, and I felt I had a good chance of getting drafted from there. Coach Veale helped me mature mentally as a player. I learned how to be mentally tough, especially when you're pitching in one-run ball games. It was a lot of fun playing at Mount Vernon Nazarene University. We were a close-knit team and I was able to make many new friends." Marty McLeary (Former Major League Pitcher) "In choosing Mount Vernon Nazarene University, it not only gave me the opportunity to continue my education and baseball career, but it also allowed me to grow spiritually. I am thankful that Coach Veale, who is a man of God and an outstanding teacher of the game, gave me a chance to play under his wonderful leadership. It definitely gave me a firm foundation to pursue a professional baseball career." Andy Heimbach (1999 NAIA National Player of the Year) "The thing that initially attracted me to Mount Vernon Nazarene University was its tremendous baseball tradition. However, I soon found out that the baseball program offered many opportunities for individuals to not only further their baseball skills, but to also further their minds and faith. I can truly say that choosing to play baseball at MVNU was the best decision that I have ever made." Mike Cheek (Former Cougar Baseball Player) "Only God knows the difference those four years have made in my life. The lessons learned on the ball field, the fellowship with the guys, the spiritual challenge and the inspiration from players and coaches, and the memories of events and relationships will be cherished forever. It is true that the scores fade over time. But the relationships established remain. I'm so glad I had the privilege of establishing these friendships in the baseball program at Mount Vernon."

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