LAWRENCEVILLE, NJ – Rider University Athletic Director Don Harnum announced Thursday that Lee Lipinski '16 will be the Interim Baseball Head Coach for the 2025 season Thursday. Lipinski replaces Dr. Barry Davis, who announced his resignation last week.

"I'm excited for Lee to have the opportunity to lead the Rider Baseball program," said Harnum. "I am confident he is up for the challenge."
 
"I want to thank Coach Barry Davis for teaching me so much and setting an incredible example, as well as Athletic Director Don Harnum for his unwavering support and confidence in giving me the opportunity to lead this team," said Lipinski. "To my former teammates and the alumni who consistently support this program, your dedication does not go unnoticed and means the world to us. I am deeply grateful to my family, friends, and girlfriend for always standing by me and supporting me through the highs and lows that come with this profession. I wouldn't have this opportunity without their constant love and encouragement."
 
Lipinski will be entering his eighth year as on the Broncs' coaching staff after seven years as the team's hitting coach. Lipinski joined Davis' staff for the 2018 season after a five-year playing career at Rider, during which the two-time captain amassed 115 career hits, 14 career home runs, 80 RBIs, and touted a .706 OPS, helping the Broncs win two MAAC Regular Season Championships and reach the MAAC Tournament three times. Lipinski's career was highlighted by game winning home runs against Kent State (2015) and VMI (2016). Lipinski threw out 50 runners attempting to steal in his career, highlighted by a career-best and MAAC leading 24 in his final season with the Broncs.
 
While on staff, Lipinski helped guide the Broncs to MAAC Championships in 2021 and 2023, including Rider's first NCAA Tournament win in over 35 years when the Broncs defeated 10^th-seeded Coastal Carolina in the opening game of the Conway Regional. The Broncs also added a signature win during the regular season that year, topping sixth-ranked Duke in a midweek game and defeating 2022 National Runners Up Oklahoma as part of a weekend series. Under Lipinski's guidance, outfielder Brendan O'Donnell set the Rider single-season (20) and career (34) home run records.
 
"I have immense passion and respect for this program, and I will treat this role with the honor and dedication it deserves," continued Lipinski. "To the current team, I pledge to do everything in my power to make your experience unforgettable, filled with the best moments of your lives. I cannot wait to begin this journey with this incredible group of young men as we work tirelessly to achieve our goals together."