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When you’re looking for the heartbeat of the 2019 YSU Penguin Baseball team, you don’t have to look far. He’s one of the mainstays of the program to this point and is a leader on and off the field. Unlike Web Charles, you don’t have to be a Mathematics major to tell he’s pretty darn good at baseball as well. As a Junior, Web played in 40 games (started 38) and contributed six doubles, 12 RBI’s and belted the first two dingers of his career.

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To say Web is getting better as he gets older is the understatement of the year. This year, it’s his mission to win the conference, and make a big dent in the plans of the tournament opponents. The Reno, Nevada native is poised and ready for an explosive year for the ‘Guins, and it all gets started in Mississippi State in just a few days.

We’re excited to sit down with Youngstown State Senior, Web Charles for our first YSU Baseball Penguin Player Profile: WORLD-WIDE WEB.

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Youngstown State Baseball is back, and better than ever.

Coming off a tough 18-38 record in 2018, YSU Manager Dan Bertolini has 19 letter-winners and nine starters returning for this year’s campaign. The Penguins will also return two all-league second team performers and three all-freshman team selections in 2019.

The ‘Guins are young, hungry, and opportunity is knocking on their front door.

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In our first chat with the third-year Penguin Skipper, we discuss the foundation of this squad. As well as the opportunities that this year’s team are presented with the early matchups against top-ten foes in Mississippi State and Florida State. Coach Bertolini also dives into what legacy he’s trying to create from the top down, and we even get where “Coach Berto” would vacation if he had to pick anywhere in the world.

So, kick back, relax, and think warm thoughts.

Episode One of Youngstown State Baseball Coach’s Corner with Dan Bertolini is a click away!

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