Groton, Conn. — UConn Avery Point announced today that Connor Lewis has stepped down from his position as head baseball coach after accepting a new professional opportunity outside of the sport of baseball.
During his tenure, Lewis led the Avery Point baseball program to sustained competitiveness and growth. During his 2 years at the helm, the team had a 51-23 record, won the Region21/Region 3 sub-district championship both season, and maintained over a 3.0 team GPA.
Lewis emphasized academic accountability and helped several student-athletes advance to four-year institutions, leaving a lasting impact both on and off the field.
"Connor has been an outstanding representative of Avery Point athletics," said Travis Beausoleil, Athletic Director. "His commitment to excellence, leadership, and the development of our student-athletes elevated this program. We are grateful for his service and wish him nothing but success in his next professional chapter."
Effective immediately, Athletic Director Travis Beausoleil will assume the role of head baseball coach. Beausoleil is an Avery Point alumnus and a member of the Avery Point Athletics Hall of Fame, inducted as part of the Class of 2018. He brings a deep connection to the institution, a strong understanding of the program's tradition, and a proven commitment to Avery Point athletics.
"I'm honored to step into this role and continue leading a program that means so much to me personally," said Beausoleil. "As an alumnus and former student-athlete, Avery Point holds a special place in my heart. Our focus will remain on competitiveness, development, and maintaining the culture of accountability and pride that has been established."
Prior to taking over as Director of Athletics in 2023, Beausoleil was the architect and head coach at Mitchell College. Beausoleil created a highly competitive baseball program winning 8 NECC championships in his time and was announced as NECC Coach of the Year on 4 separate occasions. Between 2013 and his departure in 2023, Beausoleil and Mitchell baseball held the #1 winning percentage in all of New England and ranked 4th in the entire country.
