HILLSBORO, Oregon – Former Presbyterian College right-hander Daniel Eagen is continuing to make the Blue Hose proud as he climbs the ranks of professional baseball. Now pitching for the Hillsboro Hops, the High-A affiliate of the Arizona Diamondbacks, Eagen has shown significant progress in his first professional season.
While still attending PC, Eagen spent the summer of 2023 with the Greenville Flyboys in the Appalachian League, posting a 4.39 ERA across nine appearances and four starts. He struck out 24 batters in 26.2 innings while recording a save and gaining valuable experience in a developmental league filled with rising talent.
After wrapping up his collegiate career with the Blue Hose in the spring of 2024, Eagen was selected by the Arizona Diamondbacks and began his journey through the minor league system. Following offseason training, strength camps, and early spring work at the Arizona Complex League, Eagen used the fall and winter to recover, build consistency, and adjust to the routine of professional baseball. That preparation has paid off in 2025, where he is now thriving in the most competitive environment he’s faced yet.
Since joining Hillsboro, Eagen has made seven starts, with a 2-2 record, posting a 2.86 ERA over 34.2 innings. He’s struck out an impressive 48 batters while limiting opponents to a .182 batting average and carrying a 1.18 WHIP.
One of his most impressive performances came on April 17, when he pitched 6.0 innings against the Spokane Indians, striking out 12 batters and allowing no earned runs on just three hits.
A week later, he delivered an immaculate inning against the Tri-City Dust Devils, striking out all three batters on nine pitches.
“I’m honestly surprised to see the strikeout numbers climbing with the level of talent up here,” Eagen said. “But it comes down to being able to throw multiple pitches for strikes and putting them where I want. Everyone at this level is here to get better and develop their game.”
Eagen credits much of his success to his time at Presbyterian College, where he developed under the guidance of head coach Elton Pollock and pitching coach Blake Miller. From his freshman year, the coaching staff believed in his potential, instilling confidence and providing in-game coaching that prepared him for the next level.
“The coaching I got at PC was unbelievable,” Eagen said. “Coach P and Coach Miller were constantly helping us grow. They gave me the confidence to make adjustments when I struggled, and they worked hard to get scouts to come see us play.”
“More than anything,” Eagen said, “PC gave me the confidence to become the best version of myself!”
Now in Oregon with the Hops, Eagen is focused on continuing to improve while contributing to a winning team.
“I love where I’m at. We’ve got a great group of guys, and I’m just trying to do my job and help us win,” he said. “The goal is always to move up, but I’m happy with where I’m at right now.”
He remains close with former PC teammates, regularly checking in with fellow alumni like Charlie McDaniel, Joel Dragoo, and Brody Fahr, who are also pursuing professional careers.
“Daniel Eagen is the ultimate competitor,” Said Presbyterian’s head coach Elton Pollock. “I’m not sure we fully appreciated his innate ability to carry the team at times or his unmatched will to win. Coach Miller did an excellent job with his pitching development and creating an internal competition between him and Charlie McDaniel, who is now excelling in the San Francisco Giants organization. It’s really nice to see his skill set play out at the professional level.”
SAN JOSE, Calif. – Former Presbyterian College left-handed pitcher Charlie McDaniel is making the most of his professional opportunity, delivering standout performances for the San Jose Giants, the Single A affiliate of the San Francisco Giants.
After finishing his career at PC in 2024, McDaniel signed with the San Francisco Giants as a free agent. As a true senior who was out of eligibility, there was a lot of uncertainty surrounding how the draft would go for him. What mattered most to him was finding a place to continue his dream of playing professional baseball.
Heading into the draft, McDaniel was both hopeful and confident that some kind of opportunity would come his way, whether that meant getting a call during the draft or sometime the following week. Still, the uncertainty made it stressful at times.
Towards the end of the draft, he got a call from a member of the Giants organization who wanted to bring McDaniel in as a free agent. He appreciated that the Giants had shown early and genuine interest.
“It was definitely a rollercoaster of emotions,” said McDaniel. “I was finishing up my time at PC, surrounded by people I really cared about, and I didn’t know what was coming next. But once I got the call, it all started to come together.”
McDaniel’s preparation for pro ball started long before the phone rang. Prior to his freshman and sophomore years at Presbyterian, he trained at Inspiration Academy in Bradenton, Florida, a program known not just for its summer ball, but for its full-time coaching staff, weight training, and individualized pitching development. The opportunity came through PC pitching coach Blake Miller, who had connections to the program. McDaniel was joined at Inspiration Academy by about 10 of his Blue Hose teammates.
“Inspiration was a great place for me to develop physically and work on becoming a stronger and better pitcher,” McDaniel said. “It was a lot of fun improving my skills while spending time getting better with my teammates.”
After his sophomore year, McDaniel pitched for the Mystic Schooners in the New England Collegiate Baseball League (NECBL), one of the premier summer leagues in the Northeast. He logged 25.0 innings across seven appearances, including five starts, striking out 22 batters while issuing just six walks. One of his most impressive outings came in a 6-5 win over the Ocean State Waves, where he earned his first win of the season after striking out nine over five innings and allowing just two runs.
Following his junior season, McDaniel focused entirely on development instead of competing. He began the summer by spending a week at Driveline Baseball in Seattle, where he worked on refining his fastball and tightening command across all of his pitches. He then returned to Inspiration Academy in Florida, training alongside teammates Keely Saint, Carter Payne, and his brother Mason McDaniel. That final summer helped him round out his pitch mix and get his body ready for one last college season.
“I was lucky to be around great coaches down in Florida,” he said. “It was a big step toward getting ready for my senior year and, eventually, for the next level.”
Following the 2024 season, McDaniel pitched for the Mahoning Valley Scrappers in the MLB Draft League, where he reunited with former Presbyterian teammate Joel Dragoo. He made five appearances, including four starts, and finished with a 2-1 record, a 4.09 ERA, and 20 strikeouts across 22.0 innings while allowing just 10 runs.
“I got really close with Joel during that time,” McDaniel said. “It was great to share that experience with someone I’d played with at PC.”
Looking back, McDaniel credits his time at Presbyterian for shaping both his confidence and his approach to the game.
“I wasn’t heavily recruited out of high school,” McDaniel said. “PC was the only school that gave me a real shot. I got to start for four years, win and lose, and just keep showing up. You learn a lot going through the highs and lows with the same group of guys.”
He’s especially grateful for the coaching staff that believed in him early and supported him throughout his career, both on and off the field.
“I can’t thank the coaches enough,” he said. “They believed in me when not many others did, and they cared about me on a personal level. It was the perfect combination, a staff that poured everything into you and teammates who became some of my best friends.”
That experience taught him how to handle adversity and helped him build the consistency needed for the demands of professional baseball. Now playing a much longer season, McDaniel relies on the routines he developed in college to stay locked in week to week, no matter how his last outing went.
“Getting the ball every week in college, even when I failed, helped prepare me for this level,” he said. “You just keep showing up and finding ways to get better.”
Now based in San Jose, McDaniel is embracing the challenges of professional baseball and the opportunity to grow, both on and off the field.
McDaniel has been a consistent weapon on the mound for San Jose in his debut season. Through eight appearances, he owns a 4-2 record with a 1.60 ERA, one save, and 33 strikeouts across 33.2 innings. He earned California League Pitcher of the Week honors on May 27 following a dominant outing against the Fresno Grizzlies on May 21, when he threw the final 5.0 innings, allowed no runs on just one hit, and struck out six to secure a 4-3 victory. Another one of his best outings came a week later on May 28 against Inland Empire, when he threw five innings, allowing just one run on three hits while striking out a season-high of seven.
“The goal for every minor leaguer is to move up, but right now I’m focused on getting better every day,” he said. “I love where I’m at, the coaching staff is awesome, and the team has a great culture. If I stay consistent, I trust the rest will take care of itself.”
Though he’s technically working out of the bullpen, McDaniel is still considered part of the San Jose Giants’ group of starting pitchers. The team uses about eight to ten arms in that role, many of whom enter games in the middle innings and pitch extended outings. McDaniel typically throws every Wednesday and is close friends with the starter he often follows, creating a comfortable rhythm within the rotation.
He’s learned to stay ready earlier than a traditional reliever, knowing that most starters go four or five innings before handing the ball off.
“I still treat it as if I’m a starter,” McDaniel said. “I throw every Wednesday, and I know when to expect my name to be called. It’s a little different than college, but I’ve built a routine that works.”
He still keeps in touch with several former Blue Hose teammates, including Daniel Eagen, Joel Dragoo, Brody Fahr, Jack Gorman, Noah Lebron, Eli Lazio, and his brother Mason McDaniel.
“They’re some of my best friends,” McDaniel said. “That’s one of the best parts of PC. You leave with people in your corner.”
“Charlie McDaniel is one of the most driven players we’ve had in our program,” said Presbyterian head coach Elton Pollock. “He put in the work every day and never backed down from a challenge. Coach Miller did a tremendous job helping him develop his pitch arsenal and approach, and it’s been rewarding to see that growth translate to success at the professional level.”
Following the conclusion of the 2025 baseball season, College Sports Communicators (CSC) has announced its annual Academic All-District Team.
For the second-straight year, the Presbyterian College baseball team maxed out its representation on the list, with five Blue Hose student-athletes earning the prestigious recognition for their exceptional achievements on the field and in the classroom.
Juniors Robbie Boykin, Jake Randolph, Amman Dewberry, Mason McDaniel, and sophomore Jacob Fields each secured a spot on the All-District Team, continuing a tradition of academic and athletic excellence for PC Baseball.
To qualify for CSC Academic All-District honors, position players must have appeared in at least 90 percent of their team’s games or started at least two-thirds of them. Pitchers must have logged 35 or more innings or made at least 17 appearances. Student-athletes must also hold a cumulative GPA of 3.50 or higher. True freshman are ineligible due to experience requirements.
Robbie Boykin
Junior | RHP | Business | 3.75 GPA
Boykin made 19 appearances on the mound for the Blue Hose, including six starts, and logged 39.0 innings with 20 strikeouts. One of his best outings came in a 12-1 win over Le Moyne, where he started and earned the victory after tossing 5.0 scoreless innings, allowing just three hits and striking out three.
Jake Randolph
Junior | DH | English | 3.85 GPA
Randolph started all 49 games he played and ranked among the team’s top offensive contributors. He batted .329 (57-for-173), finishing second on the team in batting average, hits, RBIs (32), and runs (32). He added six doubles, one triple, two home runs, and tied for the team lead with four sacrifice flies, while posting a .400 on-base percentage. Randolph’s standout performance came in a 15-8 win over Longwood, where he broke the program record for hits in a single game by going 6-for-6 at the plate with three runs, three RBIs, and a leadoff home run in the third inning.
Amman Dewberry
Junior | OF | Business | 3.51 GPA
Dewberry appeared in all 51 games with 45 starts, leading the team in RBIs (42), ranking second in home runs (8) and total bases (83). He tallied 11 doubles, two triples, 28 runs scored, and went a perfect 9-for-9 in stolen base attempts, tied for second on the team. He had one of his best games in a March matchup with UNC Asheville, going 4-for-4 with a home run and a stolen base.
Mason McDaniel
Junior | LHP | Business | 3.98 GPA
McDaniel pitched in 18 games with four starts, totaling 23.1 innings and striking out 15 batters. He picked up a conference win against Gardner-Webb and maintained the highest GPA among PC’s Academic All-District selections. His top performance came against Western Carolina, when he tossed 4.2 scoreless innings with a season-high three strikeouts and just two hits allowed.
Jacob Fields
Sophomore | RHP | Psychology | 3.53 GPA
Fields anchored the Blue Hose bullpen, leading the team with 22 appearances and six saves (tied for the most in the Big South). He posted a 2–2 record with 31 strikeouts in 26.2 innings, holding opponents to a .250 batting average. One of his top outings came against Le Moyne, where he earned the win after striking out five in the final 2.0 hitless, scoreless innings.
WOMEN’S TENNIS - Head coach Joel Roberts and the Presbyterian College women’s tennis program welcome four newcomers to the Blue Hose family for the 2025-26 season. The incoming class includes student-athletes from across South Carolina and abroad, each bringing a blend of competitive experience, academic ambition, and personal passion to Clinton.
“I’m extremely excited to add these four to our program,” Roberts said. “Each of them brings something special, and I can’t wait to officially get them on campus. I could talk for hours about what makes them great, but simply put, they’re going to make a major impact both on and off the court. They’re true Blue Hose through and through, and honestly, they might be even more excited to join us than I am to have them. Go Blue Hose!”
Luciana Parrilli | Hilton Head Island, S.C. | Hilton Head Prep
A product of Hilton Head Prep, Parrilli placed second in the state as both a freshman and sophomore and earned all-conference honors earlier in her high school career. She has collected multiple USTA tournament titles, including success in L5, L4, and L3 events, and has excelled in doubles competition. She also competed for the Smith Stearns Tennis Academy.
Academically, she pursued honors courses in history, Chinese, and chorus, and was active in community service. Parrilli chose PC for its proximity to home and its warm, welcoming environment, saying the school is well known in her hometown. She plans to major in business or psychology and aspires to start her own business or pursue a career in psychology. In her free time, she enjoys singing and teaching. She credits her parents as her biggest influence for always believing in her.
Katherine Bauer | Spartanburg, S.C. | Spartanburg Day School
Bauer arrives at PC following a decorated high school career that includes four All-State selections, seven All-Region honors, and seven All-Conference nods across both SCHSL 5A and SCISA 3A competition. She was a singles and doubles champion at the Belton Hall of Fame Classic and earned the SCHSL 5A Sportsmanship Award. A six-year varsity player, she graduated with honors from Spartanburg Day School.
Bauer chose PC for its close-knit academic and athletic community and looks forward to working with Coach Roberts and the team to elevate her game. Though she is currently undecided on a major, she hopes to become a pilot and pursue a career in homeland security. Outside of tennis, she enjoys hiking and traveling. Her biggest influence is longtime coach Jenny Garrity, who she credits with helping her grow as both a player and a person, celebrating her highs and supporting her through her lows.
Grace Katzman | Hilton Head Island, S.C. | Grace Homeschool Academy | North Greenville University
Katzman transfers to PC after earning Second Team All-Conference honors as a freshman at North Greenville. She won seven singles matches and five doubles matches during her freshman campaign. She brings collegiate experience and a competitive spirit to the Blue Hose, drawn to the team’s positive and driven atmosphere.
The South Carolina native earned a spot on NGU’s Presidential Honor Roll and intends to major in business with a minor in psychology with aspirations to become a sports psychologist. Katzman names her parents as her biggest influences, thanking them for their continued support and for giving her the opportunity to compete in tournaments throughout her junior career.
Ladina Bruhin | Weinfelden, Switzerland | Pädagogische Maturitätsschule Kreuzlingen
Bruhin joins the program from Switzerland, where she attended Pädagogische Maturitätsschule Kreuzlingen. She was drawn to Presbyterian for its strong academics, inclusive environment, and the opportunity to compete in a high-level collegiate tennis program. She plans to major in biology and aims to compete at her highest level while helping the team succeed on and off the court. She credits her former coach as her biggest influence for helping her stay focused, improve consistently, and believe in herself.
