John Van Ornum
John Clayton Van Ornum II
Born: October 20, 1939
Deceased: July 6, 2024
Coaching Career: 1973-1978
John Van Ornum compiled a record of 422 wins and 396 losses in his managing career with the Decatur Commodores, Fresno Giants and Lafayette Drillers. He began managing during the 1973 season and last managed during the 1978 campaign.
Coaching Record:
| Season | League | Level | Team | G | W | L | W% | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1973 | MWL | A | Decatur Commodores | 125 | 63 | 62 | .504 | |
| 1974 | CL | A | Fresno Giants | 140 | 85 | 55 | .607 | |
| 1975 | CL | A | Fresno Giants | 140 | 74 | 66 | .529 | |
| 1976 | TL | AA | Lafayette Drillers | 134 | 58 | 76 | .433 | |
| 1977 | CL | A | Fresno Giants | 140 | 83 | 57 | .593 | |
| 1978 | CL | A | Fresno Giants | 139 | 59 | 80 | .424 | |
| Totals | 818 | 422 | 396 | .516 |
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