180+ of his players continued their college careers elsewhere; 27 players went on to the professional ranks. Brad Pennington and Darek Braunecker are the most noteworthy; Pennington spent 6 seasons in the major leagues, while Braunecker achieved fame as a top agent for players such as Cliff Lee and A. J. Burnett;  His son Zachary plays shortstop for Southeast Missouri State.
Over 180 of his players pursued college careers elsewhere, while 27 entered professional ranks. Brad Pennington and Darek Braunecker stand out; Pennington played six seasons in the major leagues, whereas Braunecker gained prominence as a top agent for players such as Cliff Lee and A. J. Burnett; His son Zachary plays shortstop for Southeast Missouri State.