May 23, 2024 – The echoes of the final buzzer fade. The last cheers of the crowd settle into memory. From post-season triumphs to bittersweet farewells, each moment has left its mark in Santa Fe College history. Let’s look back at the 2023-24 athletic seasons.
Women’s Volleyball
Santa Fe College Volleyball prepared for the 2023 season by introducing 12 new Saints to its team. The season schedule challenged each player. Despite several disappointments, the Saints shone in games such as their victory over Indian River State College.
- Overall record: 6-20
- Conference record: 2-12
- Home record: 5-10
- Away record: 1-9
Men’s Basketball
Having lost their top eight scorers from the previous year, the Santa Fe Saints looked forward with optimism. There were many opportunities for everyone to step up and contribute. The Saints had a season filled with highs and lows as they sought to regain their glory.
- Overall record: 10-20
- Conference record: 2-14
- Home record: 6-10
- Away record: 3-10
Women’s Basketball
It was an uphill fight for SF’s Women’s Basketball team. Their perseverance paid off when they made it to the FCSAA/NJCAA Region 8 postseason tournament. Despite losing in the quarterfinals, the Saints found the momentum to improve their game next season.
- Overall record: 13-16
- Conference record: 9-12
- Home record: 7-10
- Away record: 5-6
Men’s Baseball
The Saints brought their bats this season. Their offensive prowess balanced by pitching and defensive excellence propelled them into post-season play for the second year in a row. Will next year be the third?
- Overall record: 31-22
- Conference record: 19-14
- Home record: 18-9
- Away record: 11-12
Women’s Softball
The SF Saints maintained a steady pace through the season. Making it to the FCSAA DI Softball Championship tournament was a testament of ability and determination. Although eliminated early, the Saints can look forward to another winning season next year.
- Overall record: 39-22
- Conference record: 30-14
- Home record: 20-8
- Away record: 17-10
ICYMI: News and Events
- Assistant Coach James Henderson was inducted in the Hall of Fame: Henderson was inducted into Birmingham Southern College’s Hall of Fame.
- Santa Fe College named baseball field in Harry Tholen’s honor: Tholen’s impressive efforts on the field stand second only to the positive impact he made in students’ lives over his 22-year career as head coach.
- Men’s Basketball Coach Chris Mowry retired: Mowry leads the way in conference wins (134), all-time wins (384) and conference titles (5) in the Saints’ record books.
- Softball Coach Webster pushed beyond 100 career wins: Webster led the Saints into the FCSAA Region VIII tournament this year.
- Santa Fe College welcomed John Ritzdorf as its new Men’s Basketball head coach: Ritzdorf steps into this role following the retirement of long-serving Head Coach Chris Mowry.
- Santa Fe Saints ace Justin Jackson was named the FCSAA Pitcher of the Year: His 2.20 ERA is the lowest of any FCSAA Pitcher of the Year winner with at least 60 innings pitched since 2018.
Keep up with the latest news and scores at santafesaints.com.