Former Crusader pitcher Blake Garrison has joined the Madonna baseball coaching staff for the 2024 season. Prior to returning to Madonna, Garrison previously coached at Mott Community College. He helped the Bears go 20-22 overall and 13-12 in conference play. Two pitchers were named Second Team All-Conference under Garrison, while two more earned Honorable Mention.Â
Playing for the Crusaders from 2020-22, Garrison appeared in 22 games. He recorded one save during the 2021 season when Madonna went 19-15, before posting a 3-1 record in 31.1 innings pitched in 2022. Garrison helped the team to a 28-15 overall record and 15-7 mark in the WHAC, while also being a member of an NAIA National Tournament qualifying team.
The Fenton, Mich. native played at Mott prior to attending Madonna. He made 21 appearances in two years with the Bears, recording 62 strikeouts in 69.0 innings.  Â