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3 Former Broncs Playing Pro Ball
Three former Rider University baseball players are currently playing on the professional level; Jamie Hayes of the '09 team, Scott Knazek of the '06 team and Jim Hoey of the '03 team.
Rider's newest professional athlete, Jamie Hayes (Sunrise, Florida), compiled his second professional save on July 7, pitching for the Gulf Coast Braves in Kissimmee, Florida in the Rookie League. Hayes was drafted in June after setting Rider career records for saves (33), hits (265), runs scored (180) and stolen bases (96). As a pro he has pitched in three games and has yet to give up a hit or a run, with one walk and one strike out for the 7-3 Braves.
Scott Knazek ((Browns Mills, NJ/Pemberton), drafted in 2006 by the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim, is playing for the St. Paul Saints of the Independent American Association. A catcher, Knazek is batting .276 with 35 hits in 38 games, including five doubles, a triple and a home run. Knazek also made YouTube fame recently by holding on to the ball during a violent collision with Greg Porter at home plate. In 2006 at Rider Knazek batted .275 with 55 hits in 54 games. Knazek was third on the 2006 team in slugging percentage (.395) and led the team with 47 runs scored. In his three-year Rider career Knazek compiled 126 hits, including 24 doubles and 75 RBI in 125 games, while scoring 91 runs.
Jim Hoey (Hamilton, NJ/Hamilton West) is pitching for the Bowie BaySox, the Baltimore Orioles AA minor league team. A relief pitcher, Hoey has appeared in 18 games this season and is 1-2 with a 3.46 earned run average. He has 30 strikeouts and 16 walks in 26 innings of work. Hoey was drafted in 2003 after his junior year at Rider and made his major league debut with the Orioles in 2006. Hoey began the 2006 season in a low Single A league in Delmarva, moved up to a higher A in Fredericksburg, before moving up to AA Bowie August 1. Hoey had missed almost an entire year after "Tommy John" surgery in 2004. Hoey was named to the 2006 South Atlantic League Northern Division all-star team. The day following the game, Hoey was promoted to the Frederick Keys in Maryland (high single A-Carolina League). Hoey was selected in the 13th round of the Major League Baseball First-Year Player Draft in 2003 following his junior season at Rider, when he was a first-team All-New Jersey selection. Hoey won his final five decisions at Rider and finished 6-4 with a 2.24 earned run average as a junior. In his three seasons at Rider Hoey won 12 games and saved 10. He appeared in 23 games as a sophomore in 2002, a Rider record.
Rider's Olson All-East
Sean Olson of the Rider University baseball team was named to the American Baseball Coaches Association Second Team All-East Region.
A senior catcher, Olson (Vineland/St. Augustine Prep) led Rider in batting average (.351), hits (65) and home runs (12) while setting a new Bronc record with 58 runs batted in. He ranked 75th in the nation with 1.18 RBI per game.
The 2009 New Jersey College Baseball Association Division I Player of the Year and the South Jersey Player of the Year, Olson earned First Team All-Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference honors and was named to the MAAC All-Tournament team.
Olson compiled a Rider-record 168 career RBI, breaking the old mark of 166 set in 2004. His 30 career home runs ranks fourth all-time, and his 221 career hits also ranks fourth at Rider. Olson was a career .319 hitter, the 28th highest career batting average at Rider.
In his final collegiate at bat, Olson hit a three-run home run to give Rider an 8-7 lead in the MAAC Championship tournament.
In four seasons Olson played in 192 games and the Broncs made three trips to the four-team MAAC Playoffs, one to the NCAA Tournament.
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What items should my child bring to baseball camp?
Each camp registrant is mailed or emailed the list stating what they need to bring. A confirmation letter and camp rules will be sent as well.
How do I get to camp? (Driving directions)
Refer to our shools website for directions to the baseball field.
Is there a medical staff at camp?
Yes, a certified trainer will be on site at all times.
Are the campers grouped by skill level or age?
All players are initially grouped by age and then will be evaluated daily. When appropriate, some players will change groups to make sure they are placed where they can have the best experience. These situations are handled on a case by case basis and are determined by the camp director and staff.
What is your refund policy?
We do not offer refunds on canceled campers, just a future camp credit if you decide to cancel, but we do have what is called "Cancellation Protection".
We offer basic Cancellation Protection to allow participants some peace of mind in case plans change. This allows us to keep our prices low and provide the best service possible. Due at the time of registration, Cancellation Protection entitles you to a full refund of camp fees should you cancel your registration more than 14 days prior to the start of an overnight camp, and 7 days prior to the start of a day camp. If you cancel within 14 or 7 days of the start of your session, we will give you a camp credit for all money paid.
The credit is valid for three years from camp date at any of our camps, clinics or prospect events. Credit with insurance is transferable to family members or friends, and good toward a future camp.
Who makes up the staff?
Camp staff usually includes the coaching staff, players and sometimes other college coaches from the area.
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