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Head Coach Jon Martin

Jon Martin, who has spent the previous two seasons as an assistant coach involved in all facets of the Brewers' baseball program, was named head baseball coach on December 16, 2005. The announcement came from Sharon Beverly, Director of Athletics & Physical Education.

A native of Chesapeake, VA., Martin brings a wealth of experience to Vassar's baseball program. A 2001 graduate of Lynchburg College in Virginia, he was a starting pitcher for the Hornets for four seasons, earning Pitcher of the Year honors in 2000. Martin captained Lynchburg his senior season and graduated with a Bachelor's of Sciences in Health and Movement Science.

During his two seasons at Vassar, Martin has helped produce four All-Liberty League players, three All-New York Region and one Liberty League Player of the Year.

"I am extremely excited and eager to serve as Vassar's Head Baseball coach," said Martin. "Vassar is a place where students can compete in varsity athletics and continue to get a well-rounded education. As a mentor, I will challenge our players to compete on the field, be dedicated in the classroom and contribute to the Vassar community. Vassar's baseball program is primed to compete in the Liberty League and will continue to progress as a playoff caliber team."

While completing his Master's Degree in Educational Administration, Martin was an assistant coach at Lynchburg (2001-03). As an assistant at Lynchburg, Martin helped coach nine All-Old Dominion Athletic Conference (ODAC) selections, three All-South Region and three All-Americans and one professional player.

In the summers of the 2002 and 2003, Martin coached the American Legion Post 16 team in Lynchburg. In the summer of 2005, he was an assistant coach with the Mill City All-Americans, a member of the prestigious New England Collegiate Baseball League (NECBL).

A noted baseball clinician throughout the East Coast, Martin has worked numerous camps in Virginia and New York.

Martin, who also serves as an Assistant Athletic Director for Facilities, is a certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist. He is a member of the American Baseball Coaches Association (ABCA) and the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA).

 

Assistant Coach Andrew Kiriakedes

Filling the vacancy on the baseball coaching staff, head coach Jon Martin has announced the hiring of Andrew Kiriakedes as the new assistant baseball coach.   Kiriakedes, a former infielder with nearby Marist College, is expected to assist coach Martin in all areas, with a concentration on hitting and fielding.

Kiriakedes comes to Vassar after serving a year as a volunteer assistant at his alma mater.   He served in multiple capacities, acting as an infield and hitting instructor, along with acting as the team's equipment manager. Kiriakedes has also worked as a counselor for several summer baseball camps, including the Hudson Valley Baseball Clinic and the Valley League's Staunton Braves.

A native of Sheffield, Massachusetts, Kiriakedes graduated from Marist in 2006 as a four-time letter-winner in baseball.   He was named the MAAC Tournament MVP as a junior and acted as the team's captain for his senior season.