Cisco College leads NJCAA Region 5 with 51 alumni currently playing on four-year college baseball rosters, surpassing other colleges in the region. Overall, Region 5 has 712 active alumni across various NCAA and NAIA affiliates, showcasing a solid pipeline for talent in college baseball. Following Cisco, Ranger College has 46 and McLennan College has 45 alumni active in four-year programs. The performance metrics of these colleges reflect their competitive standings, with Midland College achieving the highest winning percentage despite lower alumni representation.

By the Numbers
  • 712 total alumni from 25 colleges in Region 5 are playing at four-year institutions.
  • Cisco has 51 alumni, while Ranger has 46, and McLennan has 45.
  • Midland College boasts a win percentage of .815 from a record of 53-12-0.
State of Play
  • Region 5 accounts for approximately 8.5% of the total 8,383 NJCAA alumni tracked across all regions.
  • Cisco, Ranger, and McLennan hold the top three spots for active alumni.
  • Midland College has the best overall performance based on win percentage, despite low alumni numbers.
What's Next

The ongoing tracking of alumni pipelines will continue to evolve, providing insights into the effectiveness of junior colleges in preparing players for collegiate-level competition. As more data comes in, it could help colleges refine their recruitment strategies or enhance player development programs.

Bottom Line

Understanding the alumni landscape is crucial for evaluating the impact of junior colleges on players' futures in college baseball. As Cisco leads the region, other colleges will need to enhance their recruitment and player development efforts to remain competitive.