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Former Lobo makes history

Former Lobo makes history

Rachel Balkovec is believed to have become the first woman hired as a full-time hitting coach by a major league organization.

A time to shine

A time to shine

Balkovec joined the New York Yankees in Florida for Spring Training 2020.

Lobo for life

Balkovec graduated from The University of New Mexico in 2009 with a bachelor’s degree in Exercise Science.

New York Yankees hire former Lobo

Rachel Balkovec becomes first woman hired as a full-time hitting coach by MLB

By Marissa Lucero February 04, 2020

Categories: Front Page Athletics Health, Exercise & Sports Sciences Student Success Alumni

Tags: New Yok Yankees MLB Major League Baseball Minor League Hitting Coach Rachel Balkovec

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