WHEELING – Steven Brodegard was like most young boys growing up. He dreamed of playing college baseball.

The Wheeling Central senior’s dream has come true as he recently committed to NCAA Division I Mercyhurst University to continue his academic and athletic careers. The Lakers became a D-I baseball school in the fall of 2024.

“Ever since I was little I’ve wanted to play college baseball,” the 6-7 Brodegard admitted. “It’s like a dream come true.”

Brodegard becomes the second Maroon Knights senior to commit to a Division I school, following Brayden Cover who will attend Akron University. The two pitched Wheeling Central to the W.Va. Class AA state championship last spring.

“It’s really exciting for me. I just want to go there and get to work,” Brodegard said. “I wanted to get it done (

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