EASTON, Pa. – Lafayette College head baseball coach A.J. Miller '11 has announced that junior infielder Ethan Swidler and sophomore infielder Matt Colella have been named captains for the 2025 season.

"I am excited to announce that both Ethan and Matt will be our captains for the 2025 season", said coach Miller. "The title of captain is earned by players who embody what it means to be a leader among their peers, who are great representations of the Lafayette Baseball program and the College, but also just genuinely good people who have earned the trust and respect of those around them.  Ethan and Matt are very much deserving of this honor and we look forward to seeing them lead the program this year."

Swidler started all 49 games for the Leopards, splitting time between first base and catcher during the 2024 season. The San Diego, Calif. native recorded a .327 batting average, hitting nine home runs and driving in 35 runs. Swidler was selected to the All-Patriot League First Team and the Patriot League All-Academic Team.

During his first season on College Hill, Colella started 47 games for the Maroon and White, primarily playing at shortstop. The Clifton, Va. native batted .251 in his freshman campaign, recording 42 hits, clubbing a home run and delivering 19 RBIs.


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