Head Coach Mark Heineman

One of the top players in the history of the Philadelphia University program, Mark Heineman enters his fourth season as head coach of the baseball program after serving as an assistant coach for two seasons. In his third year as the Rams' mentor, the team made enormous strides posting a 22-22 overall record and a 19-8 conference record making the Rams regular season conference champions.  The team finished the 2008 campaign ranked 7^th in the Northeast region according to the NCAA.  Heineman was selected the CACC coach of the year.

As a player at Abington High School, Heineman was an All-League selection at shortstop, graduating in 1987.  From Abington, Heineman matriculated to then-Philadelphia Textile, where he helped lead the Rams to their only College World Series appearance in 1990. During his collegiate playing career, he received Regional All-America honors as an infielder, as well as earning team Co-MVP honors as a senior. In addition, he was a member of the team that holds the record for the most wins during former Head Coach Don Flynn's tenure with 26. In his four years at the school, Heineman helped the team compile 102 victories.

"My main objective as a coach is to attract and develop the finest ball players and teams possible within a well-rounded, quality college environment," said Heineman.  "I believe that Philadelphia University is an excellent institution that makes it easy to help us meet this objective."

 Heineman served as the first assistant under Larry Conti at La Salle University from 1999 to 2001, helping the Explorers to an appearance in the Atlantic 10 Conference finals.

Away from the field, Heineman is currently seeking a Master's degree in Instructional Design & Technology from the University.  He resides in Lansdale and also works part-time in Career Services at Ursinus College.