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Mason City Globe Gazette

What They are Saying

"Coach Todd Rima does a great job with that program and the kids who come from there are ready for four-year schools."-Ed Mathey, Head Baseball Coach at Northern Illinois University.

"I chose North Iowa Area Community because of the nationally known baseball program and the exceptional coaching staff.  Throughout my two years at NIACC I not only became a better baseball player, but also became a better person.  The lessons that Coach Rima and his staff teach are not only applicable to succeeding on the ball diamond but also in life. The coaches are available whenever you need them, whether you need someone to talk to or someone to throw you batting practice at 10:30 at night. It is truly a special place.  The NIACC baseball program creates a family like atmosphere in which your teammates become more like brothers.  My last day wearing a Trojan uniform was truly a sad one, but I know that without my two years spent within the program, I would not be where I am today, or the person I am today.  I would not pass up my NIACC opportunity for anything in the world." - Alex Rehnstrom 2006-07, Current 2B at Southern Nazarene in Oklahoma

"My experience of being a student-athlete at NIACC was one that I will always remember.  I felt like NIACC was a perfect fit for me right from the start.  The standards and values instilled to the players from the coaching staff help make NIACC players not only become great ballplayers but extraordinary people.  At NIACC you learn to do things the right way.  It takes a certain kind of person to be a Trojan; it takes a person who is willing give everything they have at all times on the field, get to their classes, and act right in society.  I learned a great deal about baseball in my time at NIACC but I also learned even more about life which will help me succeed for the rest of my life." - Tommy Mousel, 2005-06, Current SS at the University of Arkansas-Little Rock

"NIACC provided me with the educational and athletic skills to go on to the next level and experience success. The baseball coaching staff helped me recognize and get the most out of my talent. They also installed a work ethic into all of their players which brought about a great amount of achievements.  Without them I wouldn't be where I am today. By coming right out of high school and playing the caliber of baseball I played, I was ensured my full potential was reached. I owe all of my success to coach Rima and his assistants." - Jesse Seykora, 2004-05, two-year starter at 3B for Northern Illinois University.