Boise Hawks Game Program - Edition 3

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Boise Hawks Sports Career Academy Class of 2023

The Boise Hawks Sports Career Academy is a paid program for local Treasure Valley area college students in need of school credit. Members will receive a hands-on experience in the inner workings of a professional sports organization and will receive a season-long roatational experience of the different departments.

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TONY TANKS HAS ARRIVED TO BOISE

Adaptability is a valuable trait in baseball. It is the ability to seamlessly transition from one position to another that often sets exceptional players apart. Enter Anthony Walters, the talented utility player for the Boise Hawks, who recently made a successful switch from his usual infield roles. With a strong work ethic and a burning desire to help his team succeed, Walters is quickly becoming a key player in the Hawks’ lineup.

For Walters, the transition to the outfield was a new and exciting endeavor. In the past series, he stepped up to the plate as an outfielder, displaying his versatility and dedication to the team’s success. Despite it being his first time playing in the outfield, Walters embraced the opportunity with open arms, ready to make a positive impact and contribute to his team’s victories.

Hailing from Whittier, California, Walters brings a strong baseball background to the Boise Hawks. After spending last season with the ACL Rockies, he joined the Hawks, eager to showcase his skills and continue his development in the professional baseball circuit. Walters’ determination and commitment to improvement have already made him a valuable asset to his new team.

Walters’ on-field performance speaks volumes about his capabilities as a player. In his first 10 games, Walters has proven himself as a valuable asset for the Hawks.

Walters hit a walk-off RBI double against the Idaho Falls Chukars in the second game of the season. He also recorded the first Hawks home run at Memorial Stadium in the regular season against the Ogden Raptors.

According to Walters, during the at-bat of his homer at home he approached it as a typical 1-2 count situation. He also said it was helpful that Raptors pitcher Brock Gilliam threw him four consecutive fastballs.

So far in this season, Walters has a batting average of .385 and an impressive OPS of .967. His 15 hits, including three doubles and a home run, have added significant power and excitement to the Hawks’ lineup. Furthermore, Walters’ keen eye for the strike zone is evident in his three walks, boosting his on-base percentage to .429.

As Walters continues to thrive in his newfound outfield position, his impact on the Boise Hawks cannot be overstated. His impressive statistics and unwavering commitment to the team’s success highlight his potential as a game-changer. With his ability to adapt, contribute offensively, and make an impact defensively, Walters has solidified his place as a player to watch in the world of professional baseball.

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2023 BOISE HAWKS

#5 Matt Voelker

#16 Ryley Widell

#20 Sam Menegat #21 Buddie Pindel

#19 Blake McFadden

#41 Gage O’Brien

#27 Alex Smith

#29 Gavin Gorrell #30 Mike Peterson

#1 Kenny Oyama #2 Kole Kaler #6 Connor O’Brien

#49 Brayden Spears

#44 Sean Skelly

#27 Alan Alonso

#45 Nate Alexander

2023 BOISE HAWKS

#9 Raymond Gil #10 Alex Baeza

#24 Tyler Jorgensen

#22 Andrew Stout

#23 Trevor Minder

#31 DJ Poteet

#7 Ronnie Allen Jr.

#33 Matt Sox

#38 Drew Marrufo

#40 Noah McBride

#12 Anthony Walters

#25 Noah Marcelo

2023 HAWKS FIELD STAFF

Van Tol returns for his third season managing the Boise Hawks as an independent, his second stint after managing the Hawks in 2013 and 2014 as an affiliate of the Chicago Cubs. Van Tol spent 10 years with the Chicago Cubs in player development as a minor league coach and was part of the organization’s historic 2016 World Series Championship. After coming within one game of winning the 2021 Pioneer League championship, six of his players signed with major league organizations prior to the 2022 season. With only one returning starter in the field and two starting pitchers from the 2021 Southern Division championship team, Van Tol patiently rebuilt the roster while enduring a 30-67 overall record last season. With 15 players returning for the 2023 season, Van Tol is excited to have a strong, experienced core back in the starting lineup to go along with high expectations of making it back to the Pioneer League championship series.

Baseball has also taken Van Tol around the world, a native of Pincher Creek, Alberta, he started his playing career at Treasure Valley Community College in Ontario, Oregon, earning Region-18 Second Team honors and finished his college career at Gonzaga University where he was All Pac-10 first team and third-team Academic All-America. Van Tol was a member of the Canadian National Team, competing in the 1991 Pan American Games in Cuba, the 1990 Goodwill Games in Seattle, the World Championships in Edmonton, Alberta and the 1989 Presidential Cup in Taipei, Taiwan. He finished his playing career with Levis Neptunus in Rotterdam, Netherlands, the 1993 Dutch and European Cup champions. He also worked for Major League Baseball as an envoy coach and assisted the Great Britain National Team in 1996.

Van Tol earned his bachelor and master of arts degrees from Gonzaga University. Gary and his wife, Christina, live in Boise and have four children; Gehrig, Amaia, Peyton and Gibson.

Michiel begins his third season as the pitching and strength coach of the Boise Hawks. Prior to the Hawks, Michiel was on Van Tol’s staff at Boise State University. Michiel’s connection to Van Tol started 27 years ago when Van Tol recruited Michiel to pitch for him at Treasure Valley Community College. The Haarlem, Netherlands native finished his college career at the College of Idaho were he earned his bachelor’s degree in international business and business administration.

Michiel returned home to start his professional career in the Dutch Professional League from 1998-2010. During that time he was a member of the Netherlands National Team, was part of six European Cups, four World Cups, three Intercontinental Cups, two World Baseball Classics and the 2008 Beijing Olympics. Michiel and his wife, Renae, who he met at Treasure Valley Community College, moved to Boise in 2010. They have two daughters, Skyler and Morgan.

Sutton returns for his second season with the Boise Hawks. His most recent coaching position was with the Minnesota Twins organization from 2020-2021 were he managed the Fort Myers Mighty Mussels, the Twins High A affiliate.

Before joining the professional ranks, Sutton was the head coach at Montana State University Billings, an NCAA DII program. There he set the school record for wins, and took the program to their first ever West Region tournament. He was named conference coach of the year twice and during his three-year tenure his teams broke over 100 conference and program records.

Sutton began his coaching career at Treasure Valley Community College in Ontario, Oregon. The Fruitland, Idaho native led the program to three East Region titles and was named region coach of the year three times.

Aaron and his wife, Kristin, live in Fruitland. They have two boys, Seager and Decker.

Ryan joins Van Tol’s staff for the 2023 season, his first in professional baseball. Bobo is currently in his 19th year as the head baseball coach at Skyview High School in Nampa, where he also teaches U.S. Government and A.P. Psychology.

Prior to Skyview, Ryan coached at Buhl High School in Buhl, Idaho winning the 3A Idaho State championship as an assistant in 2001. Ryan was the head coach at Buhl for three seasons. He has also assisted at Highland and Century High Schools in Pocatello.

Ryan graduated from Pocatello High School and played football at Idaho State University. Ryan has a 722-437 record as a head coach during his 23 years and has been awarded S.I.C coach of the year 6 times during his tenure at Skyview. Skyview has won six district championships and finished second at the state tournament twice under Ryan’s leadership.

He has two daughters, Aivry and Sydney.

Gary Van Tol MANAGER

Michiel van Kampen PITCHING/STRENGTH COACH

Aaron Sutton HITTING COACH

Ryan Bobo BENCH COACH

2023 HAWKS FIELD STAFF

Jimmy Johnson joins Van Tol’s staff for the 2023 season, as the director of scouting. Johnson brings over 50 years of professional experience to the Boise Hawks. Most recently, Johnson managed the Grand Junction Rockies during the 2021 season and played an intrigue part in helping the front office and coaching staff build the Rockies 2022 roster that won the Pioneer League championship.

Johnson signed his first professional contract with the Houston Astro’s in 1969 out of the University of New Mexico. A former infielder, Johnson played seven years in the Astro’s organization, compiling a .252 batting average in 577 minor league games. After his playing career, Johnson started his coaching career with the Astros. He was minor league manager for seven years and spent nine years as a coordinator. After 23 years with the Astros organization Johnson also worked in player development for the New York Yankees, Kansas City Royals, Los Angeles Dodgers, and the Colorado Rockies.

Johnson also has international experience coaching national teams in Prague, Czech and Beijing, China. He was the hitting coach for China in the 2017 World Baseball Classic.

Jimmy and his wife, Joanne, live in Phoenix, Arizona. They have been married for 52 years and have two sons, Jace and Josh.

Nelson returns for his third season as the Head Athletic Trainer with the Boise Hawks. Prior to joining the Hawks, Nelson came to Boise to help Van Tol build the baseball program at Boise State University as an assistant athletic trainer. Nelson began his professional career with the Chicago Cubs organization. He spent seven years with the Cubs, including two seasons with the Iowa Cubs at the AAA level.

He graduated from Central College in Pella, Iowa and is currently pursuing his graduate degree at Boise State. Shane resides in Boise with his wife Jackie. They have two dogs, Ollie and Oakleigh.

Kailey Warren is an Athletic Trainer with St. Luke’s Health System in Boise, ID. She functions as the Assistant Athletic Trainer for the Boise Hawks and oversees the Sports Medicine program for Boise State University Campus Recreation and club sports.

Warren is a graduate of Boise State University with a BS in Kinesiology and Exercise Science, and a MA in Athletic Training. She will be entering her second season with the Hawks where she assists in the day to day medical operations.

Coleman returns to the Boise Hawks coaching staff for his second season and will oversee the mental skills program. Prior to joining the Hawks, Coleman has served many roles at University of Kansas, Boise State University and Boise High School.

Coleman, a Nebraska native, is working towards an Educational Doctorate in Sport and Performance Psychology. He is currently working with the Idaho Steelheads during the off season.

Shane Nelson ATHLETIC TRAINER

Kailey Warren ASSISTANT ATHLETIC TRAINER

Coleman Evans MENTAL SKILLS COACH

Jimmy Johnson DIRECTOR OF SCOUTING

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POTEET’S SECOND YEAR

Boise Hawks outfielder DJ Poteet is heading into his second year with the team. Poteet came to Boise after playing for the Sioux City Explorers directly out of college at Wake Forest.

Last season, Poteet appeared in 19 games and recorded 14 hits during 64 at-bats. This season, Poteet has established himself as a reliable offensive contributor for the Boise Hawks. He has showcased an excellent command of the strike zone, evident by his eight walks and a remarkable on-base percentage of .439. His disciplined approach at the plate allows him to consistently get on base, contributing to the team’s scoring opportunities.

With a batting average of .303, Poteet has proven to be a consistent hitter, making solid contact and finding gaps in the field. His ability to hit for both average and power is demonstrated by his three doubles and one home run. The combination of his high batting average and slugging percentage of .485 highlights his ability to be a productive force in the lineup.

Poteet’s speed and baserunning instincts add another dimension to his game. With four stolen bases, he has showcased his ability to take an extra base and put pressure on opposing defenses. His speed allows him to score runs and contribute to the team’s offensive success.

While primarily occupying left field, Poteet has demonstrated solid defensive skills.

Although he has primarily played left field, Poteet said he is comfortable with every outfield position, but feels the most confident in left or right field. His experience in both left and right field, along with his previous time in center field during his college career, showcases his versatility and adaptability in the outfield. Poteet’s ability to track fly balls, make accurate throws, and cover ground efficiently makes him a reliable asset in the field.

Poteet’s consistent offensive production, baserunning abilities, and defensive versatility make him a valuable asset for the team. With his strong work ethic and dedication to the game, Poteet has the potential to continue developing and making significant contributions to his team’s success.

GAME DAY EMPLOYEE SPOTLIGHT

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How long have you been working for the Hawks? This will be my third season here.

What is your favorite part of working here? I really like the atmosphere of working here. Whether it’s the fans or the rest of the game day employees and Front Office staff - everyone is here just having a good time.

What is your favorite food item here? Idaho Cheesteak.

When you’re not working here at Memorial Stadium, what do you do?

I enjoy camping a lot. I do that quite a bit or I just go out on hikes. I like to be outside. I also enjoy playing baseball myself.

What position would you play if you were on the team? I’d be a pitcher.

What would your walk-up song be?

Broadway Girls by Morgan Wallen

What is a fun fact about you?

I played for the Boise State Club Baseball Team and I was the Vice President of the team as well.

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ROOKIE INFIELDER KALER

Rookie infielder Kole Kaler is currently making waves with the Boise Hawks. Known for his versatility, Kaler has primarily played in the middle infield throughout his career, but has successfully transitioned to third base for the Hawks this season.

Despite the change in position, he has displayed an impressive ability to adapt quickly, showcasing his agility and defensive skill.

According to Kaler, the transition from middle infield to third base has definitely been different because of the different hops at third base, but he is getting more comfortable with the position.

Before joining the Boise Hawks, Kaler honed his skills playing for Texas A&M. His experience at the collegiate level has provided him with a strong foundation and prepared him for the challenges of professional baseball. Now, he is making his mark in the minor leagues and catching the attention of many.

Through the early goings of the season, Kaler has demonstrated his potential with both his bat and his speed on the basepaths. In just 11 games played, he has accumulated 40 at-bats, resulting in 13 hits, including 3 doubles. His ability to find gaps in the defense and contribute with extra-base hits has been prominent so far.

Additionally, Kaler has been a consistent contributor to the team’s offense, driving in 9 runs while maintaining a respectable .325 batting average. His plate discipline is evident in his solid on-base percentage of .442, a result of his keen eye and willingness to take a walk. With 9 walks and only 13 strikeouts, Kaler demonstrates good pitch recognition and a disciplined approach at the plate.

He has also made his presence known with his baserunning ability. Kaler has successfully stolen 6 bases without being caught stealing. His baserunning instincts are an asset to the team and add an extra dimension to his overall game.

As Kaler continues his professional journey with the Boise Hawks, his versatility, defensive skills, and offensive prowess make him a player to watch. With his strong work ethic and ability to adapt to new positions, he is poised to make a lasting impact on the field as he progresses through his baseball career.

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GET TO KNOW YOUR HAWKS

Favorite music/artist? I like country music and I’d say Zach Bryan is my favorite artist.

Favorite thing about baseball? The excitement of a good crowd. I love when the stadium is full and they bring the energy.

Pre-game rituals/superstitions? I’m a go with the flow kind of guy so I don’t really have any rituals.

Favorite actor? Liam Neeson.

Favorite baseball player? Ken Griffey Jr.

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Amy Wright Sports Business Trainee

Where do you go to school and what year are you?

I go to Boise State University and I am a Junior.

What are you studying?

I am going to school for Marketing.

What made you choose the Boise Hawks Sports Career Academy?

I played sports since I was little and always went to sporting events, so something like this has always been an interest of mine. I grew up in the Seattle area so I was always around bigger sport teams. When I moved to Boise, it was cool that the teams here were more accessible to work with and get experience through. I figured this would be a great way to see the behind the scenes of what it’s like working in sports.

How has your experience been so far working with the Hawks?

It has been a lot of fun. I am really enjoying my time and the experience I get here.

Whats been your favorite part?

I really enjoy game days and the atmosphere of it all. It is a really fun environment.

What do you do outside of working with the Hawks?

I like to spend time with my family and friends. It’s a busy baseball season so I like to hang out with them when I can. I also like to do puzzles and play Animal Crossing.

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Favorite musical artist? Luke Combs.

What is your favorite thing about baseball? I like the team culture and making memories.

Favorite baseball player? Tom Glavine.

Favorite movie?: Saving Private Ryan.

Favorite vacation spot?: Charleston, South Carolina.

Favorite food?: A well made cheeseburger.

Spirit animal?: A dolphin.

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