Allegany College of Maryland

Manuel Carmelo Cartagena, known as Manuel Cartagena, is a freshman baseball player at Allegany College of Maryland. Born and raised in York, Pennsylvania, Manuel stands 6'4" and weighs 195 pounds. He graduated from Susquehannock High School in Glen Rock, Pennsylvania, in 2024 and is currently majoring in Business Administration, with an expected graduation date of May 2026. Manuel's athletic achievements have been covered by local media outlets such as the York Daily Record and York Dispatch, highlighting his contributions to the sport.

Manuel's family has been a significant source of support throughout his athletic journey. His parents, Michelle and Jamie Cartagena, work as a bus driver and project manager, respectively. Manuel is the middle child among his siblings, with two older sisters, Olivia and María, and three younger brothers, Angel, Alex, and Gabe. Despite not having any family members who played sports at Allegany College or in college athletics, Manuel has carved out his own path in baseball. His dedication and hard work continue to drive his success both on and off the field.