1979 Division II College World Series
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The 1979 Division II College World Series was held in Springfield, IL. The tournament was won by Valdosta State University, coached by Tommy Thomas. The runner-up was Florida Southern College. Valdosta St. outfielder Frank DeGennaro was named the series Most Outstanding Player.
[edit] Participating Teams
| School | Conference | Record (Conference) | Head Coach | CWS Appearances | CWS Best Finish |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cal Poly Pomona | California Collegiate Athletic Association | John Scolinos | 1 (last:1976) | 1st | |
| Florida Southern College | Sunshine State Conference | Joe Arnold | 7 (last:1978) | 1st | |
| Jacksonville State University | Gulf South Conference | 43-7 (7-5) | Rudy Abbott | 1 (last:1973) | 6th |
| LeMoyne College | Dick Rockwell | 1 (last:1978) | 7th | ||
| Minnesota State University, Mankato | Northern Intercollegiate Conference | 26-11-1 (14-4) | Dean Bowyer | 1 (last:1971) | 4th |
| University of New Haven | 29-11 | Frank Vieira | 3 (last:1978) | 3rd | |
| Northern Kentucky University | 36-15 | Bill Aker | 0 (last:None) | None | |
| Valdosta State University | Tommy Thomas | 3 (last:1978) | 3rd |
[edit] Game Results
| Division II College World Series
1968 | 1969
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