Grand Forks Spitfires retain coach Aaron Alvarez for 2027 season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 3, 2026, 12:33 AM
Last updated Oct 3, 2026
BaseballThe Grand Forks Spitfires announced on October 2 that head coach Aaron Alvarez will return for the 2027 season following the team's inaugural year. Under his leadership, the Spitfires finished with a 20-20 record and just missed the Northwoods League Softball Championship. Alvarez played a significant role in establishing the team's culture and was selected to manage the West team during the 2026 All-Star game. While next year's roster is not yet finalized, Alvarez expressed optimism about the returning players and commitment to improving the team. General Manager Roberto Lemus highlighted the progress made in the first season and the goals for the future.
- •Spitfires finished their first season at 20-20.
- •Alvarez praised for establishing team culture.
- •Five players named to the West All-Star team.
- •Next roster still being finalized for 2027.
- •Spitfires plan to compete for a championship.
- 12:33 AMYahoo Sports — Grand Forks Spitfires head coach Aaron Alvarez returns for 2027 season
"Oct. 2—GRAND FORKS — The Grand Forks Spitfires began their inaugural season led by head coach Aaron Alvarez. They'll enter Year 2 with the same man at the helm. The Spitfires announced Friday that Alvarez will return as head coach for the 2027 season. "I want to thank Ryan Voz and Marc Jerzak for working with me to make my return possible," Alvarez said in a release. "I also want to thank the ...
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