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 continued their college careers elsewhere, while 27 entered professional ranks. Brad Pennington and Darek Braunecker are significant figures; Pennington played six seasons in the major leagues, whereas Braunecker became famous as a top agent for players like Cliff Lee and A. J. Burnett; His son Zachary plays shortstop for Southeast Missouri State.