FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE (January 17^th, 2024)

(Spearfish, SD) – Spearfish Sasquatch Owner & General Manager, Eric Schmidt, announces Jarrett Hunt has resigned as head coach due to expected arrival of his first child.

“I want to sincerely thank Coach Hunt for his commitment and investment in the Spearfish Sasquatch since he came on board in July of 2022,” said Eric Schmidt. “I wish Jarrett nothing but the best in these exciting times for him and his family.”

Hunt led the program to an Independence League Baseball championship birth in 2022 after joining the squad mid-season that summer. He returned to the helm in 2023, falling just three games shy of a second consecutive championship appearance. Jarrett was poised to return for the 2024 season before recently deciding to step down to dedicate his time to his family.

“Jarrett has done one heck of a job recruiting and building a team for the 2024 campaign,” said Schmidt. “We have 30 players signed to date as we look to bring back a few familiar faces combined with some exciting new talent! Whoever takes the over as head coach will inherit a very talented roster of players coming in from all over the country.” A nationwide search for the next Spearfish Sasquatch Head Coach will begin immediately.

The Sasquatch 2024 schedule is comprised of 53 games (35 home, 18 away) featuring 4 fireworks nights, an exhibition game against the Spearfish Post 164 American Legion Baseball Club, and several exciting promotions and theme nights scattered throughout the entire summer. Season tickets are on sale now.

For information on Independence League Baseball, visit www.independenceleague.com, and for more information on the Spearfish Sasquatch visit www.spearfishsasquatch.com. 

Spearfish Sasquatch Baseball Club

1940 North Ave – Unit 1

Spearfish, SD 57783

Phone: 605-559-0214