Josh Bay, a redshirt freshman from Southern Nazarene, has been named to the First Team All-Great American Conference, leading the team in multiple offensive categories during his debut season. He hit 19 home runs, topping the GAC, and placed high in several key statistics, including batting average and RBIs. Additionally, 12 teammates received recognition on the GAC Academic Honor Roll, showcasing both athletic and academic excellence.

By the Numbers
  • 19 home runs - leading the GAC and fourth all-time in program history.
  • .733 slugging percentage - ranked third in the conference.
  • 57 RBIs - fourth place in the GAC.
  • .368 batting average - fifth in the league.
State of Play
  • Southern Nazarene had 12 players recognized in the GAC Academic Honor Roll.
  • The team is now focused on preparing for the 2027 season following individual accolades in 2026.
What's Next

The Crimson Storm will move into offseason training and recruitment as they aim to build on their successes and improve for the next season.

Bottom Line

Josh Bay鈥檚 impressive performance not only highlights his potential as a key player for Southern Nazarene but also sets a strong foundation for the team鈥檚 future aspirations.