The Cowlitz Black Bears are happy to announce the signing of UC Santa Barbara catcher Omar Gastelum. A freshman for the Gauchos, Gastelum hit .344 with 10 RBIs in 17 games this season. Defensively, he is a talented catch-and-throw guy behind the plate. Gastelum is a home grown talent from Oxnard, California, where he was…
The Cowlitz Black Bears are happy to announce the signing of University of Oklahoma freshman Carter LaValley. LaValley is a talented infielder for the Sooners. He has an ability to play multiple spots on the infield and brings along with him a powerful left-handed bat. “Carter is going to be fun to watch both offensively…
The Cowlitz Black Bears are happy to announce the signing of RHP Hayden Pearce from the University of the Pacific. Pearce made four starts for the Tigers in 2020. He had 22 strikeouts and 2 base on balls in 23.2 innings of work on the mound. The right-handed pitcher will be in the starting rotation…
The Cowlitz Black Bears are happy to announce the signing of Dallas Baptist University pitcher Chandler Arnold. Arnold is a right-handed sophomore for the Patriots. He was off to a great start with 3 wins in 18.2 innings pitched, striking out 19 batters before the season was cancelled. “Arnold is another really good Patriot pitcher…
From the West Coast League: March 25, 2020 – Wednesday morning, all twelve West Coast League teams launched the #StayHome4Baseball campaign, encouraging fans to stay home and flatten the coronavirus curve. The #StayHome4Baseball campaign challenges not only fans, but also baseball teams everywhere, at all levels, to help limit and ultimately stop the spread of…
The Cowlitz Black Bears are happy to announce the signing of University of Oklahoma junior Luke Quick. Quick is electric at the plate and on the bases. He will fit nicely in the line-up, having the ability to drive in runs as well as create scoring opportunities. Defensively, Quick is a plus outfielder. “Luke is…
The Coronavirus pandemic is causing extreme hardship on local communities. The Cowlitz Black Bears encourage everyone to support local business: order takeout, shop online, purchase gifts cards, donate to non-profits providing essential services to the public, and reach out to those in need. Please take care of each other and continue to show love to…
The Cowlitz Black Bears are happy to announce the signing of University of Portland freshman Ben Patacsil. Patacsil is a talented infielder for the Pilots. He has appeared in 10 of the 12 games played by the Pilots this season. He is off to a great start, hitting .267 with two doubles and three RBI’s….
The Cowlitz Black Bears announced the departure of Head Coach Grady Tweit following the 2020 season. Tweit and his family are relocating, although he will fulfill his commitment as Head Coach and Community Relations Director through the summer. The Black Bears congratulate Grady, Alicia, Mackynlee and Gunnar on the tremendous opportunity that awaits them. Join…
Black Bears 2020 Summer Baseball Camps are now open for registration. We look forward to hosting Cowlitz County’s youth at Story Field. These camps are excellent opportunities for boys and girls to learn alongside top-level players and coaches! Click here for more information and online registration.