Pawnee Coyote baseball has solid strong bench

Pawnee Coyote head baseball coach Dean Smock is what some would call a legacy. Ron Smock, his father was named Colorado Coach of the Year in the 1970’s, and due in large part to his uncle and assistant coach Don Smock, the baseball banner in the Coyotes gym has championships for 1954, 1955, 1956, 1957, 1958, and 1959.

Now, Dean coaches his own son Sage Smock along with 13 others. Dean is in his third year as head baseball coach.

“We have four all-conference players returning, which really helps,” Dean smiled. “We are in a small league but it is real tough. Fleming, our league win...