Former Trailblazer player Jake Schulz returned to Utah Tech ahead of the start of the 2025-26 academic year to begin his first season as the program's Director of Player Development.
Schulz three seasons for Coach Pfatenhauer from 2020-22, where he played in 51 career games as an infielder.Â
Schulz wrapped up his collegiate playing career at Concordia-Irvine in 2024. He then returned to his native Arizona to begin his coaching career the following season at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University.
A native of Prescott, Schulz earned his Bachelor's degree in Recreation and Sports Management from Utah Tech in 2025. This past summer, Schulz served as an assistant coach with the Wausau Woodchucks of the Northwoods League, where he helped lead the team to a second half season championship. His offense also led the Northwoods League in both doubles and batting.  Â
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