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Chattanooga State |
Probable
Starters:
Pos. Name Hit/Throw Class
C- Matt Sorrow / Bryan Lewis R / R Fr./Fr.
1b- Tyler Roach R / R Fr.
2b- Zack Zarzour R / R Fr.
SS- Dylan Coleman R / R So.
3b- Cory Willig R / R So.
LF- JD Pullen L / L So.
CF- Gabe Herman R / R So.
RF- Isaac Davenport L / L So.
DH- Andrew Mayfield / Zeth Stone R / R L / R Fr./So.
Conference Rotation
# Name RH/LH Class
1 Patrick Merkling LH So.
2 Max Aeschlimann RH So.
3 Seth McClure RH So.
Closer
Non-Conference Starters
# Name RH/LH Class
1 Alan Walden RH So.
2 Chase Riemer RH So.
3 Tripp White LH Fr.
4 Mark Harris RH Fr.
Any other pitchers who will help- Dylan Massengill and Chad Kirby are both
freshmen that have thrown exceptionally well and should help out late in
games. We have a number of freshmen that we hope will be productive.
Preview:
2010 W -39 L- 14
Starters returning : 4 Position players: 4 Pitchers: 2
Outlook by position:
Infield - We feel like our infield should be solid with Coleman still at
SS and a couple of transfers contending at 3B. 2B looks like it will be
handled by freshman Zach Zarzour and 1B is still being competed for by two
freshmen, Tyler Roach and Brady Reed.
Catching- Matt Sorrow and Bryan Lewis both had solid, if not spectacular,
falls and Brandon Able has come in at break and we hope he will be able to
compete right away behind the dish also.
Outfield- Hopefully, an area of real strength for us as all 3 starters are
back from last year's team. Pullen, Herman and Davenport are basically all
centerfielders and guys that can really go and track the ball. All 3
factor in as big hitters for us and will basically be the gas that fuels
our offense.
Pitching- We like our staff very much and feel we have a nice blending of
stuff and pitchability. Merkling can be very, very good and Aeschlimann
has shown at times he can pitch at a high level. Walden and McClure both
have outstanding stuff but just need to get more innings under their belt.
Some freshmen have a chance to make immediate impacts and we will be
counting on them for many quality innings.
Schedule Highlights- We look forward to playing Georgia Perimeter, Gordon
College and Gadsden State, as well as the usual difficult conference
schedule.
Key to success in '11 - We think the same "keys" are going to be there for
success this year or any year. We need to develop that "culture of
success" that comes from doing things right on a regular basis and
expecting those around you too also. We like the physical makeup of our
team but have a long way to go to reach the goals that we set. These guys
know that the bar has been raised around here and we are hopeful that they
respond to the growing expectations on tis program and the commitment
towards getting there. |
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Cleveland State |
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Probable
Starters:
Pos. Name Hit/Throw Class
C- Galen Smith/Jeff Embree R/R SO
1b-Ryan Mutchnick/Colin Sullivan R/R SO/FR
2b-Brandon Rader/Derek Shugart R/R SO/FR
SS-Grant Zawadzki/Matt West R/R FR/SO
3b-Gray Hutchinson R/R SO
LF-Cameron Brewster L/R SO
CF-Cody Commons/Joe Cardio L/L R/R FR
RF-Trevor Burgess L/L SO
DH-Jaime Harper R/R SO
Conference Rotation
# Name RH/LH Class
1 Scott Spears RH SO
2 Jaime Harper RH SO
3 Alex Moore/Ross Spurgeon RH SO/FR
Closer Matt Lynam/Tanner Thompson RH SO
Non-Conference Starters
# Name RH/LH Class
1 Ross Spurgeon RH FR
2 Landon Snyder RH FR
3 Jared Burton LH FR
4 Oakley Fox RH FR
Any other pitchers who will help- Hunter Hammond RH FR, Brett Hawkins RH
FR
Preview:
2010 W-33 L-19
Starters returning : 4 Position players: 4 Pitchers:
Outlook by position:
Infield - The infield will be anchored by returning 3B Gray Hutchinson who
should hold down the position all year and hit in the middle of our order.
Shortstop will have two newcomers in Grant Zawadzki and Matt West. Brandon
Rader will see time at 2B and 3B and Derek Shugart will start at 2B. 1B
will be a rotation between Ryan Mutchnick, Colin Sullivan, and possibly
Jaime Harper.
Catching-Will have to be one of the best areas of our team if we are to be
successful, have a lot of young arms. Galen Smith who is a transfer from
Valdosta State will see the majority of the time and Sophomore returnee
Jeff Embree will be the number 2.
Outfield-Trevor Burgess will return in right field after an outstanding
freshman season, he will be joined by Cameron Brewster in left and Cody
Commons in center. Commons is a great fit for our ballpark in centerfield
as he can really run it down. Joe Cardio and Jaime Harper will also see
time in the outfield.
Pitching-has to mature very quickly with a lot of young guys. Scott Spears
and Matt Lynam are the only returnee's and will be looked upon to
contribute heavily in the Spring. Lee Transfer Jaime Harper and Iowa
Western transfer Alex Moore will also have to step up and fill big shoes.
Ross Spurgeon, Cookeville, could push to be on the weekend rotation but
will probably start mid week. Tanner Thompson, Landon Snyder, Oakley Fox,
Jared Burton, Hunter Hammond, and Brett Hawkins will also be big
contributors
Schedule Highlights- Non-conference schedule includes USC-Sumter,
Vincennes University, Georgia Perimeter, and Wallace State Hanceville.
Key to success in '10 - Our keys to success will be a solid mix of
offense, defense, and pitching. Have a feeling the new bats are going to
be a huge difference and the way the conference has played over the last
few years will change drastically. The long ball will not be as big of a
threat and therefore pitching and defense will have to take over. The team
that wins our conference this year will be the team that walks the least
and gives up the fewest free bases. For us to be successful we have to be
that team.
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Columbia State |
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Probable
Starters:
AS CHOSEN BY OUR PLAYERS:
Pos. Name Hit/Throw Class
C- Jordan Parris R/R FR
1b- Nick Howell L/L FR
2b- Ethan Williams L/L RSO
SS- Tyler Bigler R/R FR
3b- Mark Rayburn R/R SO
LF- Cody Lane R/R SO
CF- Justin Pearson S/R SO
RF- Blake Rogers R/R SO
DH- Donald Nolan R/R SO
Conference Rotation
# Name RH/LH Class
1 Casey Delgado RHP SO
2 Logan Gray RHP FR
3 Jason Overton RHP SO
Closer
Samuel Davis
Non-Conference Starters
# Name RH/LH Class
1 Clint Wright RHP RSO
2 DW Whitson RHP FR
3 Chris Armstrong RHP RSO
4 Josh Brown LHP SO
Any other pitchers who will help-
Austin Carter RHP SO
Aaron Hyder RHP SO
Clark Ayers RHP SO
Kaleb Pitts LHP SO
Josh Parker LHP SO
Ryan Rayburn RHP SO
Kota Watkins RHP FR
Chris Shields RHP FR
Andrew Padgett RHP FR
Preview:
2008 W -27 L-22
Starters returning : 5 Position players: 8 Pitchers: 10
Outlook by position:
Infield - We return three starters and have added quality freshman that
will push to start.
Catching- We will be led by a sophomore who had a great fall swinging the
bat.
Outfield- Two returning starters who stole fifty bases between them. Mix
in two freshman that can really run and you have a potentially exciting
bunch out there.
Pitching- We are returning ten pitchers. Seven of which had twelve-plus
appearances. With the addition of two hard throwing transfers and solid
crop of freshman, we should be very deep on the mound.
Schedule Highlights- We will continue to play the best teams out of North
Alabama along with adding Georgia strong-arm, Gordan College.
Key to success in '10 - Team chemistry will play a vital role in us
reaching our potential. No matter how the line-up is written, several hard
working, talented players will be sitting. Our team competed in 19,
one-run ballgames last season. I hope that we can take all that experience
and parlay it into a successful year. |
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Dyersburg State |
Probable
Starters:
Pos. Name Hit/Throw Class
C- James Bellou R/R SO
1b- Connor Moore/Mitch Cox R/R FR/SO
2b- Ryan Seaton R/R SO
SS- Philip Tice R/R FR
3b- Matt Chandler/Myles Holliman R/R SO/FR
LF- Steve Weaver/Jordan Patterson R/R SO
CF- Taylor Paterson R/R FR
RF- Seth Hinson L/R FR
DH- Connor Moore L/R FR
Conference Rotation
# Name RH/LH Class
1 Ryan Seaton RH SO
2 Michael Freeman RH SO
3 Jordan Patterson RH SO
Closer
Non-Conference Starters
# Name RH/LH Class
1 Justin Elder RH FR
2 Zach Patterson RH FR
3 Dane Smith RH SO
4 Matt Griggs RH FR
Any other pitchers who will help- Taylor Clark, Taylor Wilson, Seth
Hinson, and Logan Poore
Preview:
2008 W - 29 L- 18
Starters returning : Position players:3 Pitchers: 3
Outlook by position:
Infield - We should once again be very solid fundamentally. We are young
but I feel like we are better defensively than we were last year.
Catching- We return both Bellou and Seaton, both of which are solid catch
and throw guys.
Outfield- Weaver and Patterson are returners and have a lot of experience.
We have a few freshman that have relly improved and will certainly be
expected to contribute.
Pitching- I feel like this group of guys will compete for us. With the
new bats, it will be important to pound the strike zone and limit walks.
Schedule Highlights- Three Rivers, John A. Logan, and Meramec are all
solid non-conference opponents. Every weekend is will be a huge challenge
for us.
Key to success in '11 - Staying healthy is going to be a major factor for
us. We must do the little things it takes to win. |
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Jackson State |
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Probable
Starters:
Pos. Name Hit/Throw Class
C- Anthony Difelice / Kane Barrow R/R-R/R SO/FR
1b-John Wills / Tyree Jeffries R/R-R/R SO/SO
2b-Curt Fuqua R/R SO
SS-Dalton Martinez / Jesse Gavigan R/R-R/R FR/FR
3b-Camron Sherwood / Jeff Wargo R/R-R/R SO/FR
LF-Cheyenne Von Kanel / Murphy Wilson L/R-R/R SO/FR
CF-KJ Roberts L/R FR
RF-Brian Ferrell / Chris Jeffries R/R-L/R SO/FR
DH-Brayden Baxter /
Conference Rotation
# Name RH/LH Class
1 Hunter Marbry RHP SO
2 Daniel Wallace RHP SO
3 Derek Long RHP SO
Closer
Non-Conference Starters
# Name RH/LH Class
1 Russell Hardwick RHP SO
2 Cole McWhirter RHP SO
3 Alex Shoulders
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Any other pitchers who will help-
Several pitchers will via for middle relief innings.
Preview:
2008 W - 26 L- 20
Starters returning : Position players: 5 Pitchers: 4
Outlook by position:
Infield - Based on our play in the Fall, I am excited about our chance to
have a good defensive team. We got solid play all Fall from 2b Curt Fuqua
and SS Dalton Martinez and Jesse Gavigan. Camron Sherwood settled in a
third and has shown he can play the position. John Wills, Austin Hiatt,
and Tyree Jeffries will all see time at 1st and DH.
Catching- Anthony Difelice and Kane Barrow will split time behind the
plate. Both are solid defensively and did a good job this fall of
controlling the running game.
Outfield- We have a very talented group of outfielders. KJ Roberts will be
the anchor in centerfield. KJ had a solid fall and has adjusted to the
college game well. Fellow freshman Chris Jeffries and Murphy Wilson will
see significant time in the outfield. Both had solid fall seasons.
Cheyenne Von Kanel, Brayden Baxter, and Brian Ferrell add power to our
outfield and will see significant time.
Pitching- We will be lead on the mound by a solid group of sophomore arms.
Hunter Marbry, Daniel Wallace, Derek Long, Cole McWhirter and Russell
Hardwick all saw significant innings last year and will be counted on
heavily this spring. Freshman Alex Shoulders, Garrett Perry, and several
others will have a chance to see significant innings.
Schedule Highlights- Non conference home games against Wabash Valley, Rend
Lake and Itawamba. Every conference weekend is big.
Key to success in '10 - Obviously the way we pitch and play defense will
determine our consistency. I feel like we will have the ability to score
alot of runs we just need to stop the other team from doing the same.
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Motlow State |
probablestarters:
Pos. Name Hit/Throw Class
C-Clint Ambrosch R/R SO
1b-Cameron Jones L/L SO
2b-Brandon Johnston R/R FR
SS-Michael Watkins R/R SO
3b-Blake Allen R/R SO
LF-Seth Brothers R/R SO
CF-Will Trice R/R FR
RF-Aaron Pearson R/R SO
DH-Kenneth Perkey R/R FR
Conference Rotation
# Name RH/LH Class
1 Miles Canady RH SO
2 Colton Robertson RH SO
3 Joey Falletta RH FR
Closer Michael Watkins RH SO
Non-Conference Starters
# Name RH/LH Class
1 Tyler Harris RH SO
2 BJ Walker RH SO
3 Aaron Pearson RH SO
4 Jeremy Estill RH SO
Any other pitchers who will help-
Caleb Bowen RH FR
Taylor Callis LH FR
Barry Bartlett RH FR
Cameron Jones LH SO
Jesse Townsell RH FR
Andre Solomon RH FR
Preview:
2010 W - 30 L- 20
Starters returning : Position players: 6 Pitchers: 5
Outlook by position:
Infield - We will have a veteran infield with several Freshman right on
their heels. We have had a strong competition at several positions this
fall and it has really helped us to improve individually. I expect this
our infield and Catching to be a staple for us.
Outfield- We lost 2 outfielders from last year but have several guys that
can do the job. It has been an adjustment with these new bats, especially
adjusting to the sound of the ball coming off the bats. We have a lot of
talent out in the outfield though and will continue to progress.
Pitching- We have a lot of pitchers that can compete for us. It will be
interesting to see how it turns out with so many guys in the mix.
Schedule Highlights- Along with one of the toughest conferences in the
country we have numerous non conference opponents that will be tough
including teams like Wallace State, Vincennes, and Calhoun among others.
Key to success in '10 - We must improve individually at every position
every day. Never get satisfied with what you have accomplished and never
give in to mediocrity. If we can do this, we will be a very tough team. |
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Roane State |
Probable
Starters:
Pos. Name Hit/Throw Class
C- Brandon Wilson R/R Fr
Brady Stafford R/R Fr
1b- Sean Greenway R/R So
2b- Edward Clawson R/R Fr
SS- Justin Trent R/R So
3b- Wade Collins L/R So
Jeff Wooll R/R So
LF- Ross Dudley R/R So
Demond Tubbs S/R Fr
Kent Jinkins R/R Fr
CF- Jonathan Elmore R/R So
Robbie Martin R/R So
Paul Hons R/R Fr
RF- Michael Cox R/R So
Clayton Shell S/R Fr
Austin Collins R/R Fr
DH- Cody Self R/R Fr
Shane Doughty R/R So
Conference Rotation
# Name RH/LH Class
1 Taylor Cook RH Fr
2 Kacy Kemmer RH Fr
3 Callen Harrell LH So
Closer Casey Garner LH So
Non-Conference Starters
# Name RH/LH Class
1 Tyler Annett RH Fr
2 Michael Donaldson RH Fr
3 Josh Hillard RH Fr
4 BJ Elliot LH So
Any other pitchers who will help-
Preview:
2008 W - 17 L- 32
Starters returning : Position players: Sean Greenway, Jonathan Elmore
Pitchers: Callen Harrell
Outlook by position:
Infield - Infield play should be improved from years past. We are
expecting better defensive play, especially in the middle.
Catching- Roane State should have a solid catching rotation. All our
catchers are freshmen, but have shown great improvement through the fall.
Outfield- The outfield is probably our most experienced area. Our
projected starters in the outfield are all sophomores. They are followed
closely by an excellent group of true freshmen who are pushing hard to get
their chance.
Pitching- Pitching for Roane State is very young and inexperienced. We
feel we have some very good talent on the mound, but they will have to
grow up quick to be effective. |
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Southwest TN |
probable starters:
Pos. Name Hit/Throw Class
C-Cameron Black-Chance Chandler R/R FR/SO
1b-Casey Willer-Blake Dickson R/R L/R SO/SO
2b-Nick Cook L/R FR
SS-Thomas Whittington R/R SO
3b-Trae Goodwyn R/R FR
LF-Brady Brashier R/L SO
CF-Dalton McSwain-Cameron Dougher R/R L/R FR
RF-Brendon Clarke-Christian Crawford R/R R/R FR
DH-Any of the Above
UTL-Tyler Burnett R/R FR
Conference Rotation
# Name RH/LH Class
1AJ Kelly RH FR
2Jeff Williams RH SO
3Taylor Pierce RH FR
CloserJJ Devine RH SO
Non-Conference Starters
# Name RH/LH Class
1Joeseph Misenhelter RH FR
2Austin Vowell RH SO
3Brian Shipman RH FR
4Reed Spicer RH FR
5Kevin Clarke RH SO
Any other pitchers who will help-
Preview:
2008 W -19 L-29
Starters returning : Position players:3 Pitchers:0
Outlook by position:
Infield -Our infield is probably the most improved area on our baseball
team! Better arms and better gloves will give our baseball team a chance
on a everyday basis.
Catching-Both first year catchers who have done a awesome job work with
our pitchers and their confidence! After these guys get about 10 or 15
games under their belt they will be a exciting group!
Outfield-Good speed and good arms these are players who work their tales
off in the outfield.
Pitching-Got to throw strikes!!!!!! Very young and very untested will only
get better with experience!!!!
Key to success in '10 - We have basicly replaced a entire roster from last
year! The one thing I am proud of with this team is they work their butts
off everyday! Coach Cordells work with these guys in the weight room has
improved our team in all areas!! This is the best group of men I have had
since I have been here! The level of work these guys have done proved one
thing WE MAY GET BEAT! BUT IT WILL NOT BE BECAUSE WE QUIT!!!! |
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Volunteer State |
Pos. Name
Hit/Throw Class
C-Taylor Stewart/Mike Lebo R/R L/R SO/FR
1b-Matt Foster R/R SO
2b-Chris Summers L/R SO
SS-Michael Massi R/R FR
3b-Taylor Foster/Lee Maasen L/R R/R FR/FR
LF-Tyler Carr R/R FR
CF-Taylor McGilvray R/R SO
RF-Tyler Noland R/R FR
DH-Jonathan Sisco/Aussie Light R/R R/R SO/FR
Conference Rotation
# Name RH/LH Class
1Zac Curtis LH FR
2Francesco Cozzolino RH FR
3Jonathan Sisco RH SO
Closer Graham Tebbit
Non-Conference Starters
# Name RH/LH Class
1Austin Huibers LH FR
2Kaleb Moore RH FR
3Dennis Jones LH FR
4Brad McMurtry LH FR
Any other pitchers who will help-
Jessie Snodgrass
Chase Dial
Dakota Angell
Tyler Scott
Aussie Light
Tim Bowles
Preview:
2010 W -31 L-20
Starters returning : Position players:3 Pitchers:2
Outlook by position:
Infield - This area is much improved defensively and from an athlete
standpoint. We will need to be better in this area than we have in the
past few years if we are going to be where we want to be.
Catching-This will be the area that we must stay healthy . We feel that
it can definitely be a strong point for us but if we have an injury it
will definitely hurt us.
Outfield-We will be very good defensively in the outfield this time. We
did lose our starting rightfielder to a torn ACL but we feel like we are
deep enough to overcome it.
Pitching-This will be the deepest and most talented pitching staff that
we've had in quite some time. The big concern with this staff is its
youth. As we all know when you are throwing Freshman you never know what
you are going to get.
Schedule Highlights-Wallace, NW Shoals and the best Conference Schedule in
the Country.
Key to success in '10 -The biggest key for us is going to be growing up
and doing it in a hurry. We have got to get off to a good start this
year. We have enjoyed some great tournament runs in the past 6 or 7 years
but it is not something you want to hang your hat on. Our pitching must
carry this team because I don't think that we are going to be as offensive
oriented as we have the past few years. We are looking forward to this
season and looking forward to the development of our young guys. |
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Walters State |
Probable Starters
Pos. Name Hit/Throw Class
C- Michael Davis/Ryan Shelton R/R
FR
1b- Corey Davis/Marcus Davis R/R-L/L SO/FR
2b- Cody Geyer/Andrew Allen R/R
FR
SS- Kendell Keeton/Daniel Tucker R/R FR
3b- Andrew Allen/Chris Costantino R/R
FR
LF- Cody Stubbs/Tyler Duggan L/R-R/R SO/FR
CF- Shaun Ball/Matt Harrell L/R-R/R SO/FR
RF- Lance Jarreld/Jake Ellison R/R
FR
DH- Marcus Davis/Chris Costantino L/L-R/R FR
Conference Rotation
# Name RH/LH Class
1 Shane Grimm LHP SO
2 Chris Costantino RHP FR
3 Cody Poarch RHP
FR
Closer Cody Geyer RHP
FR
Non-Conference Starters
# Name RH/LH Class
1 England Smith LHP FR
2 Jordan Cooper LHP SO
3 Josh Bryant LHP
SO
4 Dale Innes RHP
FR
Any other pitchers who will help-
Robert McKinney RHP FR
Kevin Greene LHP SO
Milan Mantle RHP FR
Zach Fairchild RHP SO
Jordan Greenway RHP FR
Zach Walton RHP FR
Shelby Robbins LHP FR
Chase Morris RHP FR
Preview:
2010 W - 40 L- 8
Starters returning : Position players: 2 Pitchers: 1
Outlook by position:
Infield - Only 1B Corey Davis returns from last season. Most of our other
infielders are interchangeable and will be asked to play multiple
positions. Two of them, Chris Costantino and Cody Geyer, are expected to
contribute a great deal on the mound. Andrew Allen played tremendous this
fall both defensively and offensively. Freshmen Kendell Keeton and Daniel
Tucker will both get time at SS.
Catching- Freshmen Michael Davis and Ryan Shelton will split time here.
Catcher may be the toughest position on the field for a college freshman,
and both showed that this fall. Both made improvements to their overall
game though and they are a huge key for us to be successful this season.
Outfield- Eastern Kentucky signee, Shaun Ball, will move to CF after being
an All-Conference 2nd baseman last year for us. Ball was great out there
this fall and we expect him to be a top of the order hitter for us. North
Carolina signee, Cody Stubbs, will man left field and we expect him to be
a huge presence in our lineup. Freshmen Lance Jarreld and Jake Ellison
will both see time in RF, as will recent LSU transfer Marcus Davis. Davis
may also see time at 1B and DH.
Pitching- Kentucky signee, Shane Grimm, returns after going 7-0 for us as
a freshman. Chris Costantino is also expected to be in the weekend
rotation, where he was last year before suffering a torn spleen which cost
him his season. Transfer Cody Poarch is also expected to serve in a
weekend role. We could have a very deep staff this season with England
Smith, Josh Bryant, Ole Miss transfer Jordan Cooper, and Clemson transfer
Dale Innes serving big roles for us as well. Cody Geyer is expected to
come off 2nd base in the closers role as well.
Schedule Highlights- We have a very challenging non-conference schedule
that includes Chipola(FL), San Jacinto(TX), Southern Nevada(NV),
Louisburg(NC), Wabash(IL), Catawba Valley(NC), and Spartanburg
Methodist(SC). As tough as these games are, they probably aren't as
challenging as our weekend games in the TCCAA, as those are dog-fights
every weekend.
Key to success in '11 - We have basically a whole new team this year with
very little returning experience. Our key will be how quickly our freshmen
can mature and learn to play at the college level. This fall was an
eye-opener for most of them, but hopefully it was a valuable experience
for them as well. Last season our depth was a bigger killer for us, as we
only had 9 position players by the end of the year. We feel we solved this
problem as we have much more depth of talented players this year. The key
will be if they can put that talent together and work hard enough to
compete at the college level.
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