Cooper McKenzie gives Bowling Green a veteran, defense-first backstop with pop
In the 2025 season, Cooper McKenzie flashed real value for Bowling Green as a 6-foot-4 senior catcher, starting 25 games and setting career highs with 32 appearances, 3 home runs, 3 doubles, 18 RBI, and a .995 fielding percentage on 185 chances[1]. He also delivered a big moment with his first career homer on Feb. 21, 2025, and showed plate discipline with multiple walks in key games[4][10]. The fit is obvious: he profiles as a sturdy, experienced catcher who brings reliability behind the plate, occasional run-producing power, and a calm, team-first presence rather than loud statistical fireworks[1][13].
