Utah Tech University has announced the hiring of Bret Ringer as an assistant coach for the baseball program. Ringer will serve as the recruiting coordinator and manage the development of infielders and hitters. Coach Chris Pfatenhauer praised Ringer's extensive experience in college baseball, highlighting his successful track record at Kansas Wesleyan University, which includes multiple conference titles and a historic trip to the NAIA World Series.

By the Numbers
  • Ringer's teams at Kansas Wesleyan achieved a 183-51 record over four seasons.
  • This past season, Kansas Wesleyan ranked first nationally in extra-base hits, slugging percentage, and home runs.
State of Play
  • Utah Tech closed the 2026 season with a 35-24 overall record, showing an 11-win improvement from the previous season.
  • The Trailblazers have reached the 35-win mark six times in their NCAA history.
What's Next

With Ringer now onboard, Utah Tech aims to build on last season's success and further develop its recruiting and player development strategies to enhance the program's competitive edge.

Bottom Line

Ringer's appointment is expected to significantly impact Utah Tech's baseball program, both in recruitment and on-field performance, as the team looks to continue improving and establishing its presence at the Division I level.