Mike Demilia Announced as New Baseball Head Coach

Marshall, Mo., (June 27, 2025)-Missouri Valley College didn't have to look far when it had a vacancy for head baseball coach --there was plenty of interest in mid Missouri. And in just a matter of days, the Vikings had their man in Mike DeMilia.

DeMilia has a wealth of experience at all levels. He has served as head baseball coach at Lincoln University, and most recently was head coach at Blair Oaks High School and won the 4A state championship in 2024. He currently coaches the Jefferson City Renegades, a summer collegiate team.

"I'm thrilled to have this opportunity," said DeMilia. "There is so much happening at Missouri Valley; they're really on the move. It's an honor to join the team."

DeMilia is one of the first hires by Vice President of Athletics Marsha Lashley, who said she looks forward to what DeMilia will bring to the baseball program.

"Mike has a great track record, and he's a very hard worker," Lashley said. "His energy and his respect for the game and doing things the right way will serve our students well."

DeMilia's first job as a head coach came in 2006 at Omaha Bryan High School. He also coached at Millard North High School, and Truman State University.

He earned his master's degree at Oklahoma State University, and a bachelor's at the University of Nebraska-Omaha.

About Missouri Valley College

Standing out as one of the most innovative and student-focused liberal arts colleges in the Midwest, Missouri Valley College (MVC) is committed to preparing students for success beyond the classroom. Through the Viking Voyage program, MVC prioritizes career readiness from day one, equipping students with the knowledge and skills needed to excel after graduation. Each of MVC's 30+ in-demand majors—including nursing, business, cybersecurity, computer science, criminal justice, and exercise science—integrates personal instruction, experiential learning, and professional opportunities to prepare graduates to thrive in a rapidly changing and globally connected world. At Missouri Valley College, higher education is more than earning a degree—it's a transformative journey that begins with the end.