By Michael Malaszczyk<\/b><\/p>\n

Varsity baseball is almost here, and Coach Ryan McSherry<\/strong> of Longwood<\/strong> is gearing up for the 2022 season. Longwood is looking to be in a particularly good position to have a good season this year.<\/span><\/p>\n

Coach McSherry was very proud of what his team was able to do in 2021, in an interview with <\/span>Axcess Baseball. <\/span><\/i>Longwood did have a great season last year; they finished with a 14-6 overall record; their season came to an end against Commack in a Suffolk Conference semifinal.<\/span><\/p>\n

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\u201cLosing is never the goal, but there’s always a lesson to be learned,\u201d said Coach McSherry. \u201cThe 2021 team was a very enjoyable and fun group to be in the presence of on a daily basis. We were happy with their attitudes and approach to everything.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n

In addition to that aforementioned lesson, with regards to the 2021 season Coach McSherry gave a special shout out to a former Longwood player.<\/span><\/p>\n

\u201cWe witnessed Tommy Ventimiglia<\/strong> get drafted in the 19th round by the Cleveland Guardians,\u201d he said. \u201cHe’s the second Longwood Baseball player drafted after Bryan Hansen<\/strong> was taken by the Philadelphia Phillies in the 6th round of the 2001 draft. Obviously, we’re all thrilled for Tommy earning this opportunity and thankful for his dedication in the years he wore a Longwood Baseball jersey. It was a cool experience for everyone involved, so thank you Tommy and good luck!\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n

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Tommy Ventimiglia (Longwood 2021) getting in a bullpen session at Cleveland Guardians spring training @LITitanbaseball<\/a> @TVentimiglia27<\/a> pic.twitter.com\/e4FuyI6oHn<\/a><\/p>\n

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