ANNAPOLIS, Md. – Navy baseball head coach Chuck Ristano announced Friday the hiring of Florida State product Courtney Caswell as the program's director of operations.
 
"I am elated to have Courtney join us here at the Naval Academy," said Ristano. "Throughout her career, Courtney has demonstrated a tireless work ethic and an unmatched ability to get things done. She is selfless, detail-oriented and has worn many different hats during her time at Florida State, positively impacting every facet of its baseball program. She also has learned under some of the best people in college baseball."
 
"As soon as Courtney visited us at the Academy, I could tell she was meant for the challenge of continuing to help build our program, while every person she met during her visit raved about her. She has the rare combination of commanding respect and being incredibly likable at the same time. It does not take very long upon meeting Courtney to realize that she is a very special person, and her presence as a part of our team and community will make us better from day one."
 
"I'm beyond grateful to Coach Ristano and the NAAA staff for this wonderful opportunity," said Caswell. "It is a privilege to be a part of the Academy's mission and to support the Brigade. I'm looking forward to helping continue the culture of excellence the Naval Academy and its baseball program produce. Go Navy, Beat Army!"
 
Caswell joins the Midshipmen after spending the last four seasons with the Florida State baseball team, most recently serving as the recruiting and quality control analyst for the 2023 campaign where she worked alongside Ristano during his tenure as pitching coach. In her role, Caswell assisted in recruiting compliance, video technology and quality control with player development while overseeing MLB Draft analysis.
 
Caswell also worked as an alumni relations and fundraising assistant for the Seminoles' baseball program for three seasons. Prior to that, she was the president of the Florida State Bat Girls spirit squad as an undergraduate student.
 
A native of Tallahassee, Fla., Caswell graduated from Florida State with a bachelor's degree in mass communication/media studies and sport management in 2019, later earning her master's degree in sport management from FSU in 2021.