Doherty, an outfielder/infielder/pitcher from Powell, Ohio, batted .417 with seven doubles, one triple, three home runs, 26 runs scored, 23 RBI, and seven stolen bases as a senior at Worthington Christian High School. He also posted a 4-5 record on the ound with a 4.96 ERA and 47 strikeouts and just 16 walks in 55 innings of work. He was a two-time Central Catholic League First Team selection as well as a two-time All-District First Team pick. He was also an All-Metro Team Honorable Mention honoree.

“Jordan is a versatile athlete,” said MVNU coach Keith Veale, who has posted a 676-331 record in 20 seasons at the helm of the Cougars. “He has played infield, outfield, and pitched both at Worthington Christian and with the Columbus Bruins summer program. We will get him some work in a variety of positions this fall and see where the best fit is for him. His physical tools allow him to be an asset anywhere on the field. He will continue to fill out and get stronger. I believe he is an excellent fit for the university and will thrive in this environment.”

In addition to playing baseball for Worthington Christian, Doherty played for the North Columbus Bruins this summer and was selected as the team’s Most Valuable Player award and RBI Leader award in addition to being the Golden Glove and Silver Slugger honorable mention picks. He has volunteered at both the Grace Free Medical Clinic and the Powell Animal Adoption Welfare Society, and he has been active on his school’s worship team and in the band “The Jade Image”.

“There are several reasons why I chose MVNU,” said Doherty of his college choice. “I really enjoyed the campus and the feel of a small college. When I worked out with the team, I really enjoyed the energy, excitement, and camaraderie of the team.”

MVNU is an NAIA school that competes in the American Mideast Conference. The Cougars posted a 35-21 overall record in 2009 and advanced to the semifinals of the National Christian College Athletic Association National Tournament. The team also qualified for the NAIA playoffs for the 19th time in the past 20 seasons. Over the years, MVNU has had 13 players drafted by Major League teams including Tim Belcher, who was the top pick overall in the 1983 draft. Seven other former players have signed free agent contracts to play professional baseball.