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Baseball Welcomes Nine on National Signing Day
Nov 10 | Baseball
Scarlet Knights add five position players and four pitchers
PISCATAWAY, N.J. – Rutgers baseball and head coach Steve Owens officially welcomed nine student-athletes to the program on National Signing Day. The class includes Ethan Bowen (Medford, N.J.), Trevor Cohen (Brigantine, N.J.), Andrew Goldan (Watchung, N.J.), J.T. Kroner (Colonia, N.J.), Max Martin (Edgewater Park, N.J.), Xavier Massey (Audubon, N.J.), Wyatt Parliament (LaFargeville, N.Y.), Hugh Pinkney (Toronto, Ontario, Canada) and Pablo Santos (Jersey City, N.J.). All signed a National Letter of Intent.
"The 2022 class will have a major impact on both the immediate and long-term success of our program," Owens said. "We are extremely excited about the baseball skill and talent that these young men have, in addition to their strong academic backgrounds and personal characteristics. They will fit in perfectly with the culture that we are building in our baseball program."
Ethan Bowen
RHP | 6-1 | 205 | R/R
Medford, N.J./Shawnee
Why Rutgers? "I loved Coach Owens' mentality and what he was trying to build. There's also nothing better than representing your state."
Owens Quote: "Ethan is a very athletic pitcher with a high ceiling for development. He has good velocity on his fastball and an advanced swing-and-miss slider."
Notes: Set for fourth year on varsity baseball at Shawnee … named second team all-conference … played on the Burlington County Carpenter Cup team … competed for the South Jersey Young Guns and Indiana Prospects on the travel circuit … a six-time member of the honor roll.
Personal: Son of Denise and Keith Bowen … has an older sister, Carly, who plays softball at Drexel … cousin, Dylan Weaver, wrestles at Rutgers … cousin, Keith Bowen, wrestles at TCNJ … intends to major in exercise science.
Trevor Cohen
OF | 6-1 | 180 | L/L
Brigantine, N.J./Holy Spirit
Why Rutgers? "I chose Rutgers for the great academics, the great baseball program and it is close to home."
Owens Quote: "Trevor has all of the tools to be an impact player in our program. He can run, hit for average and power from the left side and play high-level defense in centerfield."
Notes: Played varsity baseball at Holy Spirit since freshman year … hit .410 as a junior in 2021 with 19 RBIs to earned First Team CAL honors and win the state championship … batted .300 as a freshman … also played quarterback for the football team and won the state title as a sophomore and junior.
Personal: Son of Laura and Trevor Cohen … has a younger brother, Gavin.
Andrew Goldan
RHP | 6-1 | 185 | R/R
Watchung, N.J./St. Joseph's [Metuchen]
Why Rutgers? "I chose Rutgers for their world-renowned academics and big campus. I also knew that I wanted to play baseball at a Division I school, and Rutgers has been building an amazing program under Coach Owens. Another consideration was that it is close to family and friends."
Owens Quote: "Andrew is a starting pitcher with a solid three-pitch mix. He competes at a very high level and wins. With his high-level commitment to training in the offseason, we expect his senior year to be outstanding."
Notes: Named a 2021 Preseason Underclass All-American by Perfect Game … transferred to St. Joseph's (Metuchen) as a junior and earned 2021 Home News Tribune Player of the Year … also won GMC "Cy Young" Pitcher of the Year … named first team all-state non-public, first team all-area, all-conference and all-division … a GMC Quad Country All-Star … compiled a 7-0 record with a 0.51 ERA with only three runs allowed in 41.1 innings … played at Watchung Hills Regional High School as a freshman, with sophomore year canceled due to COVID-19 pandemic … played travel baseball with Upper Deck Elite, Farrah Scout and Wladyka Baseball … competed for Team USA in the LABC Tournament in the Dominican Republic in 2019 and named most valuable pitcher …
Personal: Son of Jill and Ron Goldan … father played tennis at the University of Miami and Drew University … has an older brother, Matthew … intends to major in exercise science.
J.T. Kroner
LHP | 6-0 |220 | L/L
Colonia, N.J./Colonia
Why Rutgers? "I chose Rutgers because they have great academics. Rutgers is very close to my family and friends, so they could come watch me play. The program they are building here is amazing. Coach Owens, Coach Monaghan and the rest of staff are great at developing players and young men."
Owens Quote: "J.T. is a strong polished left-handed pitcher with very good stuff. With continued development, he will have an opportunity to compete for a starting pitcher role early in his career."
Notes: A four-year varsity player at Colonia … earned first team all-conference, first team all-division in 2021 … added Home News Tribune Second Team … played travel baseball for East Coast Ghost for three years … named top-500 player and No. 32 in New Jersey by Perfect Game … also plays high school basketball … won the state championship as a freshman and county title as a junior.
Personal: Son of Amy and Joe Kroner … mother played college softball at Husson College … has a younger brother, Colin … intends to major in exercise science.
Max Martin
INF | 6-0 | 180 | R/R
Edgewater Park, N.J./Moorestown
Why Rutgers? "I chose Rutgers to be a part of a growing program, and to put New Jersey baseball on top."
Owens Quote: "Max is one of the top players in the entire Northeast region. He has worked very hard to improve every aspect of his game and has become extremely complete with his skill set. He will be an immediate impact player upon his arrival 'On the Banks.'"
Notes: Set for fourth season of varsity baseball at Moorestown … earned all-state honors … played travel ball for East Coast Pro … a Baseball Factory and Minority Baseball All-American … took part in the Kelly Rodman Classic and Cape Cod League High School rivalry … also a member of the badminton, photography and outdoor service clubs.
Personal: Son of Melanie and Carlton Martin … has two brothers, Samson and Ahmad … great uncle played for the San Francisco Giants … has an interest in videography and photography.
Xavier Massey
OF | 5-9 | 180 | R/R
Audubon, N.J./Audubon
Why Rutgers? "I chose Rutgers to further my academic and athletic career because of the majors available, how close it is to home and the coaches' attitude about the game of baseball."
Owens Quote: "Xavier is an excellent defensive outfielder with a good throwing arm. With his strong build, we project him more as a corner outfielder with an advanced swing."
Notes: A varsity starter at Audubon since freshman year … hit .400 as a junior to earn second team all-conference … named a top-60 player in New Jersey by PBR … played travel baseball for All Out, Mid Atlantic, Beast United, Canes National, BPC and Brooklawn over nine years … also played varsity soccer as a freshman and sophomore .. earned a spot on the Honor Roll all marking periods … president of the STARS Club … involved in the Interact Club.
Personal: Son of Lori and Dwight Massey … father played football at Widener … has a younger sister, Jada … intends to major in exercise science.
Wyatt Parliament
RHP | 6-3 | 220 | R/R
LaFargeville, N.Y./LaFargeville Central School
Why Rutgers? "I chose Rutgers because of the coaching staff and their ability to develop players, along with excellent academics."
Owens Quote: "Wyatt is a polished starting pitcher with good size and an athletic delivery. He has an advanced understanding of the game and competes at a very high level. Wyatt will be ready to pitch meaningful innings upon his arrival."
Notes: A four-year varsity player at LaFargeville Central … named 2021 All-North MVP … a four-time Frontier League All-Star … played five years of travel baseball for Syracuse Sports Zone and one year for Dirtbags … also played three years of varsity basketball and selected as a Frontier League All-Star all three seasons … a two-time Frontier League All-Star playing varsity soccer.
Personal: Son of Nicole and Scott Parliament … has a brother, Owen, who plays baseball at Binghamton.
Hugh Pinkney
C/OF | 6-2 | 185 | L/R
Toronto, Ontario, Canada/Silverthorn Collegiate Institute
Why Rutgers? "I chose Rutgers because of the academic reputation, strong coaching staff and excellent competition in the Big Ten."
Owens Quote: "Hugh is one of the top players in Canada at his position and continues to develop. He is a very good left-handed hitting catcher with soft hands and plus arm strength. In addition to catching, he is athletic enough to also play corner outfield."
Notes: Played on the baseball team, served as a captain for basketball and took snaps as quarterback on the gridiron … named Grade 9 Athlete of the Year … a member of the Canadian Junior National Team since 2021 … also played for Diamond Jacks Baseball and Terriers Baseball … selected to play in the2019 Tournament 12 Showcase … earned a spot on the Honour Roll since 2019 … part of Pro Teach High Performance Training since 2016.
Personal: Son of Charlene O'Connor and Colin Pinkney … father played rugby and mother competed in swimming and water polo … has a younger sister, Aoife … great uncle, Bob Pinkney, played professional football.
Pablo Santos
INF | 6-0 | 180 | R/R
Jersey City, N.J./Don Bosco Prep
Why Rutgers? "I chose Rutgers because it has everything I was looking for with a great program and an even greater coaching staff. It's convenient for all my family and friends to come watch me play whenever they choose to. I also love the city-like feeling at Rutgers. It's a place I could call home for the rest of my life."
Owens Quote: "Pablo is an excellent middle infielder with very good size and skill. He is extremely hard-working, and we expect him to have a great senior year and be prepared for the rigors of college baseball next fall."
Notes: Plays at Don Bosco Prep … part of the S.A.L.T program and Student Athlete Leadership Team.
Personal: Son of Jessie and Pablo Santos … has an older brother, Dominick, and a younger sister, Adrianna … intends to major in finance.
Follow Rutgers Athletics on Facebook and Twitter (@RUAthletics) for all of the latest news and updates. For specific updates regarding baseball, follow the program on Twitter (@RutgersBaseball), Instagram (@rutgersbaseball) and Facebook (/BaseballRU). For additional updates, please download the Scarlet Knights App via the app store or play store.
"The 2022 class will have a major impact on both the immediate and long-term success of our program," Owens said. "We are extremely excited about the baseball skill and talent that these young men have, in addition to their strong academic backgrounds and personal characteristics. They will fit in perfectly with the culture that we are building in our baseball program."
Ethan Bowen
RHP | 6-1 | 205 | R/R
Medford, N.J./Shawnee
Why Rutgers? "I loved Coach Owens' mentality and what he was trying to build. There's also nothing better than representing your state."
Owens Quote: "Ethan is a very athletic pitcher with a high ceiling for development. He has good velocity on his fastball and an advanced swing-and-miss slider."
Notes: Set for fourth year on varsity baseball at Shawnee … named second team all-conference … played on the Burlington County Carpenter Cup team … competed for the South Jersey Young Guns and Indiana Prospects on the travel circuit … a six-time member of the honor roll.
Personal: Son of Denise and Keith Bowen … has an older sister, Carly, who plays softball at Drexel … cousin, Dylan Weaver, wrestles at Rutgers … cousin, Keith Bowen, wrestles at TCNJ … intends to major in exercise science.
Trevor Cohen
OF | 6-1 | 180 | L/L
Brigantine, N.J./Holy Spirit
Why Rutgers? "I chose Rutgers for the great academics, the great baseball program and it is close to home."
Owens Quote: "Trevor has all of the tools to be an impact player in our program. He can run, hit for average and power from the left side and play high-level defense in centerfield."
Notes: Played varsity baseball at Holy Spirit since freshman year … hit .410 as a junior in 2021 with 19 RBIs to earned First Team CAL honors and win the state championship … batted .300 as a freshman … also played quarterback for the football team and won the state title as a sophomore and junior.
Personal: Son of Laura and Trevor Cohen … has a younger brother, Gavin.
Andrew Goldan
RHP | 6-1 | 185 | R/R
Watchung, N.J./St. Joseph's [Metuchen]
Why Rutgers? "I chose Rutgers for their world-renowned academics and big campus. I also knew that I wanted to play baseball at a Division I school, and Rutgers has been building an amazing program under Coach Owens. Another consideration was that it is close to family and friends."
Owens Quote: "Andrew is a starting pitcher with a solid three-pitch mix. He competes at a very high level and wins. With his high-level commitment to training in the offseason, we expect his senior year to be outstanding."
Notes: Named a 2021 Preseason Underclass All-American by Perfect Game … transferred to St. Joseph's (Metuchen) as a junior and earned 2021 Home News Tribune Player of the Year … also won GMC "Cy Young" Pitcher of the Year … named first team all-state non-public, first team all-area, all-conference and all-division … a GMC Quad Country All-Star … compiled a 7-0 record with a 0.51 ERA with only three runs allowed in 41.1 innings … played at Watchung Hills Regional High School as a freshman, with sophomore year canceled due to COVID-19 pandemic … played travel baseball with Upper Deck Elite, Farrah Scout and Wladyka Baseball … competed for Team USA in the LABC Tournament in the Dominican Republic in 2019 and named most valuable pitcher …
Personal: Son of Jill and Ron Goldan … father played tennis at the University of Miami and Drew University … has an older brother, Matthew … intends to major in exercise science.
J.T. Kroner
LHP | 6-0 |220 | L/L
Colonia, N.J./Colonia
Why Rutgers? "I chose Rutgers because they have great academics. Rutgers is very close to my family and friends, so they could come watch me play. The program they are building here is amazing. Coach Owens, Coach Monaghan and the rest of staff are great at developing players and young men."
Owens Quote: "J.T. is a strong polished left-handed pitcher with very good stuff. With continued development, he will have an opportunity to compete for a starting pitcher role early in his career."
Notes: A four-year varsity player at Colonia … earned first team all-conference, first team all-division in 2021 … added Home News Tribune Second Team … played travel baseball for East Coast Ghost for three years … named top-500 player and No. 32 in New Jersey by Perfect Game … also plays high school basketball … won the state championship as a freshman and county title as a junior.
Personal: Son of Amy and Joe Kroner … mother played college softball at Husson College … has a younger brother, Colin … intends to major in exercise science.
Max Martin
INF | 6-0 | 180 | R/R
Edgewater Park, N.J./Moorestown
Why Rutgers? "I chose Rutgers to be a part of a growing program, and to put New Jersey baseball on top."
Owens Quote: "Max is one of the top players in the entire Northeast region. He has worked very hard to improve every aspect of his game and has become extremely complete with his skill set. He will be an immediate impact player upon his arrival 'On the Banks.'"
Notes: Set for fourth season of varsity baseball at Moorestown … earned all-state honors … played travel ball for East Coast Pro … a Baseball Factory and Minority Baseball All-American … took part in the Kelly Rodman Classic and Cape Cod League High School rivalry … also a member of the badminton, photography and outdoor service clubs.
Personal: Son of Melanie and Carlton Martin … has two brothers, Samson and Ahmad … great uncle played for the San Francisco Giants … has an interest in videography and photography.
Xavier Massey
OF | 5-9 | 180 | R/R
Audubon, N.J./Audubon
Why Rutgers? "I chose Rutgers to further my academic and athletic career because of the majors available, how close it is to home and the coaches' attitude about the game of baseball."
Owens Quote: "Xavier is an excellent defensive outfielder with a good throwing arm. With his strong build, we project him more as a corner outfielder with an advanced swing."
Notes: A varsity starter at Audubon since freshman year … hit .400 as a junior to earn second team all-conference … named a top-60 player in New Jersey by PBR … played travel baseball for All Out, Mid Atlantic, Beast United, Canes National, BPC and Brooklawn over nine years … also played varsity soccer as a freshman and sophomore .. earned a spot on the Honor Roll all marking periods … president of the STARS Club … involved in the Interact Club.
Personal: Son of Lori and Dwight Massey … father played football at Widener … has a younger sister, Jada … intends to major in exercise science.
Wyatt Parliament
RHP | 6-3 | 220 | R/R
LaFargeville, N.Y./LaFargeville Central School
Why Rutgers? "I chose Rutgers because of the coaching staff and their ability to develop players, along with excellent academics."
Owens Quote: "Wyatt is a polished starting pitcher with good size and an athletic delivery. He has an advanced understanding of the game and competes at a very high level. Wyatt will be ready to pitch meaningful innings upon his arrival."
Notes: A four-year varsity player at LaFargeville Central … named 2021 All-North MVP … a four-time Frontier League All-Star … played five years of travel baseball for Syracuse Sports Zone and one year for Dirtbags … also played three years of varsity basketball and selected as a Frontier League All-Star all three seasons … a two-time Frontier League All-Star playing varsity soccer.
Personal: Son of Nicole and Scott Parliament … has a brother, Owen, who plays baseball at Binghamton.
Hugh Pinkney
C/OF | 6-2 | 185 | L/R
Toronto, Ontario, Canada/Silverthorn Collegiate Institute
Why Rutgers? "I chose Rutgers because of the academic reputation, strong coaching staff and excellent competition in the Big Ten."
Owens Quote: "Hugh is one of the top players in Canada at his position and continues to develop. He is a very good left-handed hitting catcher with soft hands and plus arm strength. In addition to catching, he is athletic enough to also play corner outfield."
Notes: Played on the baseball team, served as a captain for basketball and took snaps as quarterback on the gridiron … named Grade 9 Athlete of the Year … a member of the Canadian Junior National Team since 2021 … also played for Diamond Jacks Baseball and Terriers Baseball … selected to play in the2019 Tournament 12 Showcase … earned a spot on the Honour Roll since 2019 … part of Pro Teach High Performance Training since 2016.
Personal: Son of Charlene O'Connor and Colin Pinkney … father played rugby and mother competed in swimming and water polo … has a younger sister, Aoife … great uncle, Bob Pinkney, played professional football.
Pablo Santos
INF | 6-0 | 180 | R/R
Jersey City, N.J./Don Bosco Prep
Why Rutgers? "I chose Rutgers because it has everything I was looking for with a great program and an even greater coaching staff. It's convenient for all my family and friends to come watch me play whenever they choose to. I also love the city-like feeling at Rutgers. It's a place I could call home for the rest of my life."
Owens Quote: "Pablo is an excellent middle infielder with very good size and skill. He is extremely hard-working, and we expect him to have a great senior year and be prepared for the rigors of college baseball next fall."
Notes: Plays at Don Bosco Prep … part of the S.A.L.T program and Student Athlete Leadership Team.
Personal: Son of Jessie and Pablo Santos … has an older brother, Dominick, and a younger sister, Adrianna … intends to major in finance.
Follow Rutgers Athletics on Facebook and Twitter (@RUAthletics) for all of the latest news and updates. For specific updates regarding baseball, follow the program on Twitter (@RutgersBaseball), Instagram (@rutgersbaseball) and Facebook (/BaseballRU). For additional updates, please download the Scarlet Knights App via the app store or play store.
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