21/10/2026
Five-Year Season Recap | 2021/22 – 2025/26
Over the past five seasons, Panthers Baseball Club has enjoyed plenty of success, with premierships, individual accolades, Team of the Year selections and a historic Country Championships victory. From the Majors taking home championships to the Minors continuing to build their success, these seasons have showcased the talent, commitment and pride within our club.
⚾️ 2021/22 Season
Majors - RUNNERS-UP
• Rice Medal Winner (Major Season MVP) - Jack Steff
Congratulations to Jack Steff on winning the Rice Medal as the 2021/22 season's Most Valuable Player
⚾ 2022/23 Season
Majors – PREMIERS
Minors - Runner- Up
• Kevin Ryan Winner (Major Grandfinal MVP) - Bradley Joyce
Team of the Year Selections
• First Base: Dale Kenyon
• Third Base: Jack Steff
• Left Field: Bradley Joyce
• Centre Field: Andy Haren
• Utility: Lex Williams
• Rookie of the Year: Cooper Kenyon
A fantastic season for the Panthers, with the Majors claiming the first premiership in 14 years, with Bradley Joyce recognised as Kevin Ryan MVP and six players earning Team of the Year recognition.
⚾ 2023/24 Season
Majors – RUNNERS-UP
The Majors continued their strong form, reaching the grand final and finishing the season as runners-up.
🏆 October Long Weekend 2024 – Country Championships
PORT PIRIE CHAMPIONS – FIRST TIME SINCE 1998!
A historic achievement for Port Pirie, bringing home the Country Championships for the first time since 1998.
Panthers Representatives
• Bradley Joyce
• Dale Kenyon
• Scott Kelly
• Andrew Hollands
• Cooper Kenyon
Coaching and Support Staff
• Coach: Tate Bradley
• Team Manager: Bill Bradley
• Scorer: Michelle Eades
The team also claimed victory in the Kevin Ryan Cup, defeating Mount Gambier in the Port Pirie versus Mount Gambier clash.
A memorable achievement for everyone involved and a proud moment for Port Pirie baseball.
⚾ 2024/25 Season
Majors – PREMIERS
Minors - RUNNERS-UP
• Kevin Ryan Winner (Major Grandfinal MVP) - Andy Haren
• Gary Balmer Medal Winner (Minors Season MVP) - Cooper Kenyon
Team of the Year Selections
• Catcher: Jackson Lenartowicz
• Second Base: Cooper Kenyon
• Utility: Andy Haren
• Coach: Kris Clark
Another premiership for the Panthers Majors, with Andy Haren recognised as Kevin Ryan MVP and earning further recognition alongside his teammates.
Congratulations to Cooper Kenyon on winning the newly named Gary Balmer Medal as the 2024/25 Minor season's Most Valuable Player
⚾ 2025/26 Season
Majors – RUNNERS-UP
Minors – PREMIERS
• Minors Grandfinal MVP: Dale Kenyon
The Panthers continued their winning tradition, with the Minors securing the premiership and Dale Kenyon taking home MVP honours. The Majors also put together another strong season, finishing as runners-up.
Team of the Year Selections
• Catcher: Jackson Lenartowicz
• Second Base: Rowan Neck
• Shortstop: Nathan Lynch
• Left Field: Drazic Roberts
• Centre Field: Jonathon Darling
• Rookie of the Year - Jonathon Darling
FIVE Years of Panthers Pride
Across 5 seasons, the Panthers have celebrated
• Two Majors Premierships – 2022/23 and 2024/25
• One Minors Premiership – 2025/26
• Four grand final appearances for the Majors, including two premierships and two runner-up finishes
• Historic Country Championships success for Port Pirie in October 2024, ending a 26-year wait
• Multiple Kevin Ryan MVP awards, Rookie awards and Team of the Year selections
• One Rice Medal Winner 2021/22
These achievements reflect the hard work of our players, coaches, volunteers, scorers, team managers, sponsors and supporters.
To everyone who has worn the Panthers colours, contributed behind the scenes or supported the club over these four seasons, Thankyou!
The success continues, lets see what story this season holds 🔴🔵🔴🔵
