Makoa Sniffen is a breakout bat for Saint Mary’s in 2026
In the 2026 season, Makoa Sniffen has emerged as a real middle-of-the-order difference-maker for Saint Mary’s, highlighted by a .365 batting average, 11 home runs, and a program-record 90 hits while earning multiple WCC Player of the Week honors[1][7][8][14]. What makes him pop isn’t just the power spike—it’s the contact quality, clutch production, and ability to carry an offense, capped by his walk-off RBI single that knocked out top-seeded UCLA in regionals[12][13]. He also brings strong academics and polish, with a 3.85 GPA, which usually translates to a player who handles responsibility well and fits a winning clubhouse[7].
