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Midway Athletics names Ben Basden as new head baseball coach
Summary by The Waco Editorial Desk Shahji Adam , as published by KXXV (ABC 25) News
· June 23, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key points Basden's experience and dedication have earned him recognition, including being named assistant coach of the year by the National High School Baseball Coaches Association in 2025. Basden has been part of the Midway baseball team for 11 seasons, serving as pitching coach and assistant baseball coach.
Midway Athletics has appointed a new head baseball coach, Ben Basden. Basden has been part of the Midway baseball team for 11 seasons, serving as pitching coach and assistant baseball coach.
Basden's experience and dedication have earned him recognition, including being named assistant coach of the year by the National High School Baseball Coaches Association in 2025.
Further details about Basden's new role and plans for the team are available from Midway ISD, which announced his appointment as head baseball coach.
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Category: schools Published: June 23, 2026 Source: KXXV (ABC 25) News Reading time: 1 min
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