Team Previews: Keene

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Updated: March 22, 2026

NHIAA TEAM PREVIEW
Keene Blackbirds

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2025 Record: 9-10
2025 Postseason: Earned No. 12 seed and lost in Division I tournament’s preliminary round.
Head coach: Michael Sweeney
Players with varsity experience: 7

Top Returners:
Offense

Solis Bergquist — Senior (INF/RHP)
Brayden French — Junior (INF/RHP)
Colin Tinnin — Senior (OF/RHP)
Sam Goodwin — Senior (2B)
Nolan Connors — Junior (OF/RHP)

Pitching

Solis Bergquist– Senior (RHP)

Brayden French — Junior (RHP)

Colin Tinnin — Senior (RHP)

Watson Ferguson — Senior (RHP)

Coach’s comment: “The Blackbirds will rely on an aggressive offense that will look to make things happen. Brayden French, Colin French, Solis Bergquist, Sam Goodwin and Nolan Connors are returning offensize leaders for the Birds. They will be supported by a number of guys who have made positive strides in the off-season including Ilias Azizedine and Aiden Hodgeman.

“The Blackbird pitching staff will be led by Brayden French, Solis Bergquist, Colin Tinnin and Watson Ferguson. There are few other intriguing young arms on the horizon as well.”

Season Opener: Keene is scheduled to open the season on Monday, April 13 at home vs. Winnacunnet

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