King's College Athletics

Jerry Bavitz enters his 12th year on the King’s College baseball staff, and his third in the position of Associate Head Coach / Scouting Coordinator. Bavitz leads the Monarchs scouting department as he attends many showcases, tryouts, and games. His vast knowledge of the game continues to be invaluable to the staff and players.

He brings a wealth of coaching experience to the program, as the 2025 season will be his 54th year being affiliated with collegiate baseball. During that time, the former four-year Wilkes University pitching standout has done just about everything, including a four-year stint as Wilkes head coach. Bavitz helped lead Wilkes to three consecutive NCAA regional playoff appearances from 1976-1978, and a berth in the NCAA College World Series in 1976.


 

• Graduated from Wilkes with a degree in Mathematics in 1975.
• Is a featured speaker on pitching at numerous baseball camps throughout the region.
• Has had great success as a pitching coach. Eight of his former hurlers have signed professional contracts, including former Atlanta Brave relief pitcher Kevin Gryboski.
• Recently retired from the Nanticoke Area School District where he served as a Mathematics teacher, football - baseball coach and Athletic Director.