Trent Bielak has been a cornerstone of the campus community at the University of Pittsburgh at Bradford for the past five years, emerging as a respected leader both on and off the field. A resident advisor for first-year housing, he plays a vital role in helping new students feel welcomed and supported. He is actively involved in the Fellowship of Christian Athletes and serves as vice president of the Catholic Newman Club, while also acting as a lector at campus Mass and an altar server at Guardian Angels Parish.

Trent consistently leads his team’s community engagement efforts. He volunteers annually with the YMCA Corporate Challenge Run and Buddy Bowling, a Special Olympics event, and has spent five years serving at his town’s Italian Festival. He has also supported the 9/11 Moving Flag Tribute, Memorial Day Flag Tribute Run, local blood drives, youth camps, Vacation Bible School, and Youth and Veterans Night games with the Butler Blue Sox. His steady character—marked by respect, humility, and consistency—defines his impact.

On the field, Trent is a rare talent. After missing the previous season with a torn labrum, he returned in 2025 to hit .328 with 8 home runs, 10 doubles, 2 triples, and 26 RBIs while posting a .965 fielding percentage between outfield and first base. A middle-of-the-order bat and contributor on the mound, he elevated his performance in the conference tournament, batting .428 with 2 home runs and 7 RBIs to lead his team to a third-place finish. Trent’s leadership and presence set the standard for his program.

“Trent is the perfect player that comes to mind when it comes to the spirit of Lou Gehrig in his commitment to baseball and his fellow man and woman. He is a coach’s dream, not only because of his skill set on the diamond, but also because of his character.”

—Zach Foster, University of Pittsburgh-Bradford head baseball coach