BYU Baseball Receives $5 Million Donation from Former Head Coach Mike Littlewood
Former Brigham Young University (BYU) Cougars baseball head coach Mike Littlewood has made a significant contribution to the BYU baseball program, pledging $5 million to support the team’s continued growth and success under current head coach Trent Pratt. The announcement made reflects Littlewood’s enduring commitment to BYU and his belief in Pratt’s leadership. This substantial donation will significantly enhance the baseball program’s capabilities and contribute to its long-term success.
Littlewood, who led the Cougars baseball program expressed his enthusiasm for the future of BYU baseball under Coach Pratt. “I’m confident that Coach Pratt—along with the entire BYU baseball team—will use this contribution wisely to elevate the program to new heights,” he stated in a university press release.
This generous donation will significantly bolster the baseball program’s resources, allowing for improvements to facilities, increased funding for recruiting, enhanced support for player development, and the provision of additional coaching personnel. The funding will advance several aspects of the program, including facility upgrades, improved technology utilization, and bolstering recruiting efforts.
Coach Pratt expressed his profound gratitude for Littlewood’s substantial gift and acknowledged the transformational impact it will have on the BYU Cougars baseball program. “Mike Littlewood’s generosity is truly remarkable,” Pratt stated. “This donation will leave an enduring impact on our program. With this significant support, we are not only able to enhance our facilities but also invest in the development of our student-athletes. This will allow our team to compete at the highest levels, attracting top-tier recruits and continuing the momentum of the program.”
This significant contribution underscores the strong sense of community and shared commitment to excellence that permeates BYU’s baseball program. Littlewood’s remarkable donation speaks volumes about his unwavering support to nurture the next generation of Cougars baseball players. The donation serves as a testament to his belief in the baseball program’s potential and highlights the importance of philanthropic support in fostering success in collegiate athletics. The university also plans to recognize Littlewood’s contribution through a commemorative gesture at the stadium.
