Veteran hitting instructor J.D. Arndt will return for another season on the Rockford RiverHawks’ coaching staff, the team announced Monday.
Arndt will again coach the team’s hitters as the RiverHawks play their first season in the independent Northern League.
“JD’s been with us eight years,” co-owner and director of baseball operations Dave Ciarrachi said. “He’s been a hard worker and a loyal coach and I think he has a good grasp on the technical and on the mental side of hitting.”
Last season, the RiverHawks hit a composite .275, tied for third in the Frontier League. Each of the last two years, a RiverHawk led the league in hitting.
“I’m excited and thrilled to be a part of the coaching staff as we work with Dave on bringing in quality players,” Arndt said. “I’m looking forward to a great season in the Northern League.”
