Michael Bender begins his first season at the helm of the Cavalier program after serving five years as the top assistant under the leadership of Travis Little. Bender's primary duties under Little was the lead instructor of hitters, catchers and outfielders. During his tenure as the top assistant, Montreat College averaged 35 wins a season and made three regional appearances and a conference tournament championship final.

During his summer months, Bender is the Head Coach of the Fort Collins Foxes of the Mountain Collegiate League in Colorado. Bender has also coached in the German Bundesliga as well as the Southern Collegiate League.

Bender played his collegiate Baseball at South Georgia Community College as well as finishing his career at Georgia College after being nominated as a two time Presidential selection in the Peach Belt Conference. Bender received his Associates Degree and his Bachelors Degree in Health Sciences from these two institutions respectively.  Bender currently resides with his dog, Max, in Asheville.

Coach Ryan Smith enters his first season with the Cavaliers Baseball program as a 2nd assistant under Coach Michael Bender.

During the 2008-2009 season, Coach Smith served as a Volunteer Assistant with Mars Hill College, where he attended and played from 2004-2008, earning a BS Degree in Physical Education with a concentration in Sports Management. While at Mars Hill, Coach Smith's responsibilities included: working with outfielders and hitters, coaching 1st base, and assisting in recruiting.

Ryan Smith is currently the Head Coach of the Asheville Redbirds of the SCBL (Southern Collegiate Baseball League). Coach Smith's duties with the Cavaliers will include working with infielders and hitters along with helping with recruiting.