Joplin Jailbirds Expand Coaching Staff for the 2026 Season

(Joplin, MO)The Joplin Jailbirds have announced the addition of Nate Mieszkowski to their coaching staff for their upcoming season.

Mieszkowski is currently in his first season as a graduate assistant coach at Missouri Southern State University (MSSU) following a standout four-year playing career with the Lions. A record-setting hitter during his collegiate career, he earned multiple All-American and All-Regional honors in 2023 while setting MSSU single-season records for hits and runs scored.

During his final season, Mieszkowski started nearly every game between second base and shortstop, finishing with a .374 batting average while establishing himself as one of the top players in the program’s recent history.

The Jailbirds are excited to add Mieszkowski’s playing experience, leadership, and knowledge of the game to the organization as the team prepares for its inaugural season in the MINK League.

The Joplin Jailbirds will debut in Kirksville on May 29, and their season opener is in Joplin Tuesday, June 2. To order home opener tickets, please click here. For more information about the Joplin Jailbirds and their upcoming season, follow the team on social media or visit their official website here.

About Joplin Baseball LLC:

Joplin Baseball is a summer collegiate baseball team that is about community, as well as being focused on bringing affordable family fun to Joplin.

Reference:

Jen Wunder, Assistant General Manager/Marketing
Joplin Baseball
jen@joplinbaseball.com

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