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Experience
Liberty University
Alma Mater
Direct
Style
Coaching Intelligence
Biography
Orndorff was brought on to the baseball staff in August 2023 as the Director of Player Development. With a promotion in August 2025, Orndorff now serves as an Assistant Coach - as he specializes in hitting - and is the Recruiting Coordinator for the Panthers. During his collegiate years, Orndorff played for Penn State (2017-2019) primarily as a catcher and an outfielder before transferring to Seton Hill. During the 2020-21 season, he was the center fielder for the Griffins as he studied Exercise Science. A 39-8 record during his time in Greensburg, PA., as he had a batting average of .353, with 18 stolen bases, 15 home runs, and 43 RBI's. Orndorff was placed on the PSAC First Team All-Conference and First Team All-Atlantic Region Team, while his team was Atlantic Regional Champs and went on to make a World Series appearance. He finished his collegiate career playing centerfield at Liberty University in 2022.
Coaching Philosophy
Orndorff believes in maximizing individual player development while building winning programs, evident from his rapid promotion from player development specialist to hitting coach and recruiting coordinator. His own transfer experience and multi-position background suggest he values adaptability and helping players find their best fit to succeed at the highest level.
Known For
Program Culture
High Point's baseball program under Orndorff emphasizes individual player development within a competitive, winning-focused environment. The culture values versatility, offensive production, and the kind of championship mentality that Orndorff brought from his World Series experience at Seton Hill.
Career Path
Multi-position player (catcher, outfielder, center field) who played at Penn State (2017-2019), transferred to Seton Hill where he excelled (.353 BA, 18 SB, 15 HR, 43 RBI), made World Series appearance, then finished career at Liberty in 2022
Recruiting Priorities
- •Versatile players who can contribute in multiple positions
- •Hitters with development potential given his hitting specialization
- •Character and work ethic (reflected in his academic background in Exercise Science)
- •Players who embrace competition and winning culture
Overview
Biography
Orndorff was brought on to the baseball staff in August 2023 as the Director of Player Development. With a promotion in August 2025, Orndorff now serves as an Assistant Coach - as he specializes in hitting - and is the Recruiting Coordinator for the Panthers. During his collegiate years, Orndorff played for Penn State (2017-2019) primarily as a catcher and an outfielder before transferring to Seton Hill. During the 2020-21 season, he was the center fielder for the Griffins as he studied Exercise Science. A 39-8 record during his time in Greensburg, PA., as he had a batting average of .353, with 18 stolen bases, 15 home runs, and 43 RBI's. Orndorff was placed on the PSAC First Team All-Conference and First Team All-Atlantic Region Team, while his team was Atlantic Regional Champs and went on to make a World Series appearance. He finished his collegiate career playing centerfield at Liberty University in 2022.
Coaching Philosophy
Orndorff believes in maximizing individual player development while building winning programs, evident from his rapid promotion from player development specialist to hitting coach and recruiting coordinator. His own transfer experience and multi-position background suggest he values adaptability and helping players find their best fit to succeed at the highest level.
Known For
Program Culture
High Point's baseball program under Orndorff emphasizes individual player development within a competitive, winning-focused environment. The culture values versatility, offensive production, and the kind of championship mentality that Orndorff brought from his World Series experience at Seton Hill.
Career
Career Path
Multi-position player (catcher, outfielder, center field) who played at Penn State (2017-2019), transferred to Seton Hill where he excelled (.353 BA, 18 SB, 15 HR, 43 RBI), made World Series appearance, then finished career at Liberty in 2022
Recruiting Intel
Recruiting Priorities
- •Versatile players who can contribute in multiple positions
- •Hitters with development potential given his hitting specialization
- •Character and work ethic (reflected in his academic background in Exercise Science)
- •Players who embrace competition and winning culture
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