Coach of the Muskegon Clippers for four seasons, Logan Fleener is now an assistant coach at Tennessee Wesleyan.
(Photo courtesy of LocalSportJournal.com)By Jonathan Timm
LocalSportsJournal.com
Muskegon – Muskegon Clippers Coach Logan Fkeener got to taste a little bit of everything during his days in the dugout at the historic Marsh Field.
After a four-season stretch, Fleener is now moving to a new opportunity as an assistant coach at Tennessee Wesleyan. The Clippers’ skipper tucked in 94 wins, two All-Star coaching bids and one Great Lakes Summer Collegiate League Championship appearance during his time in Muskegon.
Fleener’s accomplishments also account for coaching the all-time winningist team from a percentage standpoint in Great Lakes Summer Colligate League history when the 2023 Clippers finished 33-5 for a .868 winning percentage.
Being a former Clipper who played on the team in 2016, Fleener focused on player development while having a fun and healthy baseball atmosphere.
“We talk about the blessing and opportunity we have each night putting the uniform on,” said Fleener. “I always wanted our Clipper teams to show gratitude and love for the opportunity they were given to be a part of this organization.”
College baseball talent from near and far were able to connect with Fleener
“He always played to win,” said former Clipper and Mona Shores baseball stabndout Aaron Piasecki. “Always wanted what was best for his players.”
There was one common message from Coach Fleener to his Clipper squads before every contest: I look forward to watching you guys compete.
That was part of the game for the former player turned coach Fleener. His philosophy thrived not by worrying about the uncontrollable elements of the game, but rather the controllable. It was never uncommon to hear him remind his players, fellow coaches during a pregame interview to focus on what can be controlled.
“The relationships are unbelievably important,” said Fleener. “Winning is great and always important, but relationships have to be prioritized. This year’s waves of ups and downs and finding a way at the end to at least keep us in the fight, is all about relationships.”
One special connection in the dugout was with long-time Clippers assistant coach, Brain Wright.
“A couple of things that impress me about Coach Fleener is the ability to think and make decisions that might make an impact one or two hitters away,” Wright stated. “The other thing is his attention to detail in all aspects of the game.”
Starting the 2025 season at 1-8, Fleener led the Clippers to a 22-20 overall record to close out the season. It was a new type of a roller coaster for Muskegon, but Fleener says his greatest memory during his time at Marsh Field was the game that clinched a championship appearance.
“I think winning the playoff series last year will always be something,” said Fleener. “Hearing that crowd erupt on the 27th out and embracing BW (Brian Wright) and watching the players celebrate … I love this game and I try to surround these players with people who do too.”
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