Indlecoffer is in his 17th year of coaching college baseball and seventh year as head coach of the Bethel Royals. The program continues to build momentum under strong leadership from the coaching staff as well as from the returning veteran players. Highlights reflective of this leadership include the team setting a new school record for overall wins with 29 in 2004. In 2005 the team won the conference team batting title with a .344 average and finished second in 2006 at .317. Indlecoffer reached a personal milestone in 2007 by earning his 100th career win mark as a head coach. Last season, the team finished 21-18 and 11-9 in conference, missing the playoffs by just one game for the third time in the past six seasons. Encouraged by the progress, Indlecoffer remains intent in his calling to the Bethel University baseball program. “This program at its core is about transformation – physically, mentally, emotionally, and most importantly spiritually. We will strive to ‘let God transform us by changing the way we think.’” (Romans 12: 2b). True transformation comes from the heart… and it’s what’s inside our heart that makes us who we are. This team will play with a lot of heart.”
Indlecoffer graduated from Bethel in 1988 with a degree in physical education and then returned in 1996 to earn a master’s degree in education. During his time at Bethel as a player, he established himself as a top NCAA Division III catcher, twice earning All-MIAC honors and receiving tryouts from the Cardinals, Mets, and Twins professional organizations. As a coach, “Indo” spent his first 10 years as a top assistant to Ken Neuhaus, who while at Bethel, compiled a school record total of 265 wins in his 14 year tenure as head coach. He also played overseas with the Athletes In Action baseball teams in 1986 and under Neuhaus in 1987 competing in Europe, Central America, and the California J-Hawk League.
A native of the Chicago area, Indlecoffer has a true passion for being a teacher of the game. The staff is committed to providing a championship type experience for players while working to bring the team up to the top of a tough MIAC conference.
Indlecoffer is also the owner of Greater Twin Cities Baseball Schools which is committed to changing young lives through the game of baseball. Camps are run at various times throughout the spring and summer months. Private instruction is also available by appointment in hitting, fielding and catching. Greg resides in Vadnais Heights along with his wife Traci, and children Hannah, Tessah, and Ross.
Associate / Administrative Head Coach: Bill Hargis
Hargis is in his 20th year with the Bethel Baseball program. He has been an
integral part in the development of facilities and vision for this program. He serves as the mayor of Woodbury and is on the Board of Governors of the Bethel University Foundation. He holds a bachelor’s degree from the University of Iowa, a law degree from William Mitchell and has completed executive education at Harvard Graduate School of Business. He resides in Woodbury with Joannie, his wife. They have two grown sons, Peter and Mark.
Pitching Coach: Bill Goodman
Goodman begins his third year with the Royals in charge of the pitching staff. In this short time, “Goodie” has instilled a fierce competitiveness in the staff that has brought the team closer to playoff contention. As a seasoned baseball veteran, Goodman will continue to develop the mental toughness needed on the mound as he pushes the pitching staff to new heights and
accomplishments in the upcoming season. Goodman has a wealth of baseball experiences. He was a high school free agent selection who spent time in the Cincinnati Reds and Minnesota Twins organizations in the mid 60’s and early 70’s. His enthusiasm and love for baseball has kept him inside the game where he remains passionate in teaching and developing all aspects of the game. Bill also serves as the Director of Human Resources at Bethel University. Bill and his wife Dianne have two children Katie and Kris and reside in Apple Valley.
JV Head Coach: Dan Richards
Richards returns to his alma mater after beginning his coaching career with the Royals in 2002. Since then, he has served as an assistant coach at Gustavus and Augustana College (NCAA Div. II) in Sioux Falls, S.D., while also gaining two years of head coaching experience at Augustana. In addition to his first base coaching duties, Coach Richards will work with Royal hitters, infielders and outfielders. Other responsibilities include serving as head JV coach and recruiting coordinator. As a four-year starting first baseman, Richards earned the Most Respected Player award in 2001. Richards was also a tight end on Bethel’s 2000 and 2001 MIAC Champion football teams. He holds a bachelor’s degree in Physical Education from Bethel, and a master’s degree in Education from Augustana.
JV Pitching Coach: Dale Eng
Eng enters his third year working with the pitchers after completing a five year enlistment in the U.S. Navy as a journalist. As a former player for the BU Royals, Dale found his niche on the mound and grew into a versatile pitcher being effective as a starter, middle reliever and closer. His senior year, Eng was instrumental in leading the Royals to their first ever MIAC playoff appearance in 2000 and was awarded the teams most improved player award. Dale’s responsibilities include the development of mechanics and mental approach with the JV pitching staff. Eng is employed full time as the Sports Information Director at Bethel University.
