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CONTACT:
Gregory Spicka, Director of Athletic Communications (610) 500-3632; gdspicka@widener.edu

CHESTER, Pa. – Widener baseball will be hosting the "Harry Miller Dedication Game" on Saturday, April 13 in their doubleheader against the Albright College Lions. Game time is at 12 and 3 p.m.

Miller was one of the most influential head coaches in not only Widener's history, but in the history of Division III.

Miller was the head coach of Widener baseball from 1965-88. In 24 seasons, his career record came to 350-165-4 (.678). Widener won five conference titles and made four NCAA Tournament appearances. He coached six All-Americans, and he remains in the top 50 on the NCAA Division III Winningest Coaches list.

In 1977, Miller's son, Joseph, was an All-American for Widener.

Besides being Widener's head baseball coach, Miller was also an assistant football coach.

He played football at King's College, played minor league baseball, and played in the Delco Baseball League.

Miller passed away on May 20, 2023, just days after his 95^th birthday.

Tom Miller (no relation to Harry Miller) will throw out the ceremonial first pitch to start the afternoon set.