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Mountain Iron Today
By the People, for the People
Mountain Iron-Buhl baseball hires new head coach
Longtime assistant Schafer takes over program after previous coach's retirement.
Apr. 4, 2026 at 1:45pm
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The Mountain Iron-Buhl high school baseball team has hired longtime assistant coach Evan Schafer as their new head coach, following the retirement of the previous head coach. Schafer has been with the program for over a decade and is expected to guide the team through a potential rebuilding year.
Why it matters
High school sports programs often go through transitions when long-serving coaches retire, and the hiring of a new head coach can significantly impact a team's performance and culture. Schafer's promotion from within the program suggests continuity, but the team may still face challenges as they adapt to new leadership.
The details
Evan Schafer has been an assistant coach with the Mountain Iron-Buhl baseball team for the past 12 seasons. He takes over the head coaching role following the retirement of the previous head coach, who had led the program for over two decades. Schafer is expected to bring a similar coaching philosophy and approach to the team, but will also need to navigate potential roster changes and skill gaps as the program transitions to new leadership.
- Evan Schafer was hired as the new head coach on April 1, 2026.
- The previous head coach retired after the 2025 season.
The players
Evan Schafer
The new head coach of the Mountain Iron-Buhl high school baseball team, who has been an assistant coach with the program for the past 12 seasons.
Mountain Iron-Buhl high school baseball team
The high school baseball program in Mountain Iron, Minnesota that has hired Evan Schafer as their new head coach.
What’s next
Schafer will begin preparing the team for the upcoming 2026 season, with the first official practice scheduled for March 15th.
The takeaway
The hiring of Evan Schafer as the new head coach of the Mountain Iron-Buhl baseball team represents a transition in leadership, but also an opportunity to build on the program's existing strengths and continue developing young talent in the community.
