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Tuesday, November 24
Baseball Speed, Agility, Strength Training With Wil Blowe - Saturdays
Baseball Speed, Agility, Strength Training With Wil Blowe - Saturdays
Anyone who wants to do group sessions on a Saturday at 10:00 needs to email Wil at Wil@mymomentumtraining.com or text your name and desired Saturday to participate to 423-598-9788. We must have at least 5 sign-up by Wednesday at 6:00 to do the session. If you sign up you are financially committed, absent a true emergency which prohibits you from coming. Wil will text you or e-mail you by each Friday if there are not enough to do a full group session to see if anyone wants to do a smaller group at an increased yet still heavily discounted price per participant.
17U and 16U Invitation Letters
These will start going out tomorrow. Those invited to return should receive one by the end of next week at the latest. Sorry for the delay!
Monday, November 23
UNIFORM RETURN FINAL DEADLINE
UNIFORM RETURN FINAL DEADLINE
All fall uniforms MUST be returned to Coach Koontz office, home or RSA by Tuesday, December 1, 2009. Please do so to avoid the penalty. Thanks!
Monday, November 23
HODGES ON INDIANS 40 MAN ROSTER
HODGES ON INDIANS 40 MAN ROSTER
Wes Hodges contract was purchased by the Indians from Columbus on Thursday resulting in Wes being added to the 40 man roster. It is a big deal in a lot of ways, some complicated and relating to arbitration time and free agency, but the important thing is that it is another indication Wes has a legitimate shot at being a big leaguer in 2010.
Lee Baseball #5 in Pre-Season Poll
Coach Brew’s Lee University Flames were voted Pre-Season #5 in the just released NAIA Coaches Poll.
2009 Awards Banquet
The 2009 Chattanooga Cyclones Annual Awards Banquet was held Sunday evening at RSA. The guest speaker was Lee University Head Coach Mark Brew who gave a speech centered around the definition of success and how it can truly be measured. His speech incorporated lessons to be learned about faith, loyalty, effort and diligence. He also gave insight into the recruiting differences between NAIA rules as opposed to NCAA rules.
Wil Blowe gave a secondary speech relating to faith and diligence and how it relates to training, improvement and success for athletes.
Coach Koontz gave a review of the 2009 season and a preview of the 2010 season. The 18U team once again had tremendous success playing against its toughest combined summer and fall schedule ever. The summer team went 26-5-1 and the fall team went 21-5-1 for overall record of 47-10-2. The highlight of the summer was a 14-0 win with wood over the 2009 World Wood. Bat Champion East Cobb Braves and for the fall it was a 4-3 scintillating come back win over the South Carolina Diamond Devils 18U in Charleston. The 18u record for the last six years is now 185-57-7 for the summer and for the fall it is 153-35-9 for an overall combined record at 338-92-16 or an average record of 56-15-3.
The Cyclones now have had 57 players in the last 6 years move from the programs into D-1 and/or professional baseball.
In 2010 there will be teams at the 18U, 17U, 16U, 13U and 12U level.
The 2009 Award winners were as follows:
Fall 2009 KOONTZ TEAM
James Dylan Paris MVP
Garret Baugh - .433 Batting Average, 5 Wins pitching , Runs produced 44
Highest Batting Average
Zach Stephens .443
Most Runs Produced
Zach Stephens - RBI 38, Runs 21
Total - 59
Most Wins
Garret Baugh - 5
Lowest ERA
Jeffery Burke - 0.00 - 13 2/3 IP
Bryce Thomas Consummate Team Player :
Derek Shugart - .329 Batting Average , 11 SB , 31 Runs
David Mead Most Improved
Randall Coley - .406 Batting Average, 35 Runs produced
Deandre Allen - .355 Batting Average, 35 Runs produced
Best Defensive Player
Mack Quinn
Fall 2009 S
James Dylan Paris MVP
Asher Spencer
Wes Hodges Best Hitter
Damien Dematteo
Blake Carver Best Pitcher
Patrick Parris
Bryce Thomas Consummate Team Player
Josh Strong
David Mead Most Improved
Bobby Towne
Best Defensive Player
Evan Speicher
Summer 18U
James Dylan Paris MVP
Ryan Casteel
Wes Hodges Best Hitter
Ryan Casteel
Blake Carver Best Pitcher
Jamie Harper
Bryce Thomas Consummate Team Player
Will Cooper
David Mead Most Improved
Ryan Johnson
Best Defensive Player
Derek Shugart
16U Summer
MVP
Justin Walker -Runs 22, 2.47 ERA
Best Hitter
Jeffery Burke - .357 Batting Average, OB% - .455
Consummate Team Player
Josh Strong
Most Improved
Garth Pendergrass, Evan Speicher
Best Defensive Player
Mack Quinn
Best Pitcher
Jeffrey Burke
2.06 ERA, .88 WHIP
Friday, November 20
DYLAN AND LACEY ARE ENGAGED!
DYLAN AND LACEY ARE ENGAGED!
Dylan proposed to Lacey last night and they are engaged to be married! Dylan had the ring hanging on their Christmas tree and told her to find the new ornament he had purchased. A wedding date will be set in the near future. Coach Koontz and Carolyn are ecstatic! Congratulations to Dylan and Lacey!
Thursday, November 19
First Annual Chattanooga Cyclones Scenic City Classic
First Annual Chattanooga Cyclones Scenic City Classic
The 12U Cyclones will be hosting the First Annual Chattanooga Cyclones Scenic City Classic at the Summitt over the weekend of March 19-21, 2010. We expect to host 40-48 teams in ages 10-12. All 12u parents please take note of this. We are extremely excited about this opportunity to host at the Summitt and to build this into an annual tournament for years to come.
Tuesday, November 17
2010 Invitational Letters
2010 Invitational Letters
The letters are starting to go out for the older 2010 Summer teams 18U, 17U, 16-15U and 13U . The 12U have already gone out. It may take another week or so to get them all out so some of you may get letters later than others. Do not read anything into this. We are accumulating addresses and sending some out each day as our schedule allows. We are still looking for a few 15U-16U and 13U players. If you know of any who fit the mold of what we are looking for, have them call Coach Koontz at 309-4995 asap.
BANQUET REMINDER!
Please call Carolyn at 605-1225 with your number of attendees. All players and coaches from either fall 2009 team and the 16U&18U summer teams are invited as are all coaches from all age groups.
Monday, November 16
BANQUET RESERVATION REMINDER - URGENT
BANQUET RESERVATION REMINDER - URGENT
A mistake was made in typing the phone number to confirm for the banquet on the prior posting of 11/10/09. It is 605-1225 and not 605-1215. Please call or text Carolyn with your reservations by Wednesday, November 18, 2009. Fall practice players are invited as well. If you originally called or texted the 1215 number, please re-call or text.
HODGES IS MARRIED!
Wes Hodges was married this past Saturday at the historic and beautiful First Presbyterian Church on Peachtree Street in Atlanta to the former Katie Champlin in an elegant and spiritual ceremony conducted by Wes’ pastor, Rev. David Graves, from the Ooltewah Methodist Church. The Hodges are currently honeymooning in Hawaii. Congratulations to Wes and his lovely bride!
Thursday, November 12
Derek is a Cougar!
DEREK IS A COUGAR!
Derek Shugart has committed to Coach Policastro at Cleveland State to continue his education and baseball career. Derek has had three very good seasons as a Cyclone and is one of our hardest workers. Derek will be joining several current Freshmen at Cleveland State next year whom he played with as a Cyclone. Derek had interest from several schools and had another offer from Texas Junior College as well. It is our prediction that if Derek stays healthy he will sign D-1 out of Cleveland State.
HUTCHINSON TRANSFERRING TO CLEVELAND STATE
Gray Hutchinson has obtained his release from Valdosta State and will be transferring to Cleveland State for the Spring of 2010. Gray had the 5th highest fall batting average of all VSU Players in the fall. It is our prediction that if he stays healthy, Gray will sign D-1 out of Cleveland State.
Tuesday, November 10
2009 Chattanooga Cyclones Annual Awards Banquet Registration
2009 Chattanooga Cyclones Annual Awards Banquet Registration
Where: RSA
When: Sunday, November 22, 2009 at 6:00 p.m.
Attire: Dress Casual
The food will be barbecue and the standard baked beans, cole slaw and potato salad with bread, dessert and tea and soft drinks.
The featured speaker is Lee University Coach, Mark Brew, who has taken the Flames to the NAIA World Series the last 3 years and had them ranked as high as #1 in the country.
The cost is $7 per person. Please calculate the total you owe below and return this by Thursday, November 19, 2009, to 9323 Standifer Gap Road, Ooltewah, TN 37363 along with your check. Please call Carolyn at 605-1215 to let her know your count so we can relay a preliminary figure to the caterers. We hope to see all the 2009 Fall Koontz and Simmons and summer 18U and 16U players and parents there. Please make your check payable to the Chattanooga Cyclones.
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Players Name
______people coming to banquet x $7 = ___________ total payment
Wednesday, November 4
Thompson gets another Top 10 Recruiting Class!
Thompson gets another Top 10 Recruiting Class!
Mississippi State’s Butch Thompson has garnered yet another Top 10 recruiting class. Baseball America has ranked the Bulldogs 2009 class as #7 in the country, just behind UNC. Butch has had top 20 classes every year as a D-1 recruiting coordinator, and several top 5 classes, while he was recruiting coordinator first at Georgia, then at Auburn and now at Mississippi State. He is generally recognized as one of the top 5 recruiters in the country. While at these prior schools he recruited several Cyclones and signed at least 1 at each school.
Butch has been the featured speaker at 3 Cyclones banquets and the Southern Championship Series banquet run by Cyclones in 2005.
Butch currently is in the evaluating recruitment process with two 2011 Cyclones , one of whom has had an unofficial visit to Starkville.
STANSELL IS A GOLDEN EAGLE!
Will Stansell has committed to continue his education and baseball career with Tennessee Tech. He is the 3rd Cyclone to commit to Coach Bragga and his program this fall joining Garrett Baugh and Zach Stephens.. Will had garnered interest over the last year from several other schools, D-1 and otherwise. His conversion to catching has been a huge success. Congratulations Will!
Wednesday, November 4
Wes Hodges Camp Registration Form
Wes Hodges Camp Registration Form
The Wes Hodges Camp Registration form is provided below. We strongly encourage all Cyclones to attend. It is by far the best camp of its kind. If you love baseball and truly want to be the best you can be, then you will attend. Every participant gets a chance to win a baseball bat, batting gloves or items autographed by MLB players in a raffle. Space is limited!
RSA WES HODGES PRO CONCEPTS CLINIC REGISTRATION
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 05, 2009
Name:__________________________ Date of Birth_____________________________
Address:________________________________________________________________
City:________________________State:________________ Zip Code:______________
Phone #s (home)_____________________(cell)________________________________
Email Address:__________________________________________________________
Parent’s Names:_________________________________________________________
Positions Played:________________________________________________________
Last select team played for:_________________________________________________
High School or Middle School Played for:_____________________________________
Ages 10-18 (9:00 - 1:00pm)
Each participant has a chance to win a bat, batting gloves, or autographed items of MLB players, etc in a raffle!
Mail form and check for $95 to RSA, c/o George E. Koontz, 9323 Standifer Gap Rd., Ooltewah, TN 37363. Make check payable to: RSA. Bring a baseball card or baseball and Wes will sign it for you. Directions to RSA are available at RealSportsAcademy.com. A portion of the proceeds go to support local youth baseball associations.
RELEASE:
I DO HEREBY RELEASE Real Sports Academy, L.L.C. and its owners, agents, employees, and/or sub-contractors and Wes Hodges from any and all liability for any claims of any nature or kind arising out of my son’s participation in the baseball clinic conducted at the Real Sports Academy on December 05, 2009.
Signature of Parent___________________________________________________________
Date_____________________
Printed Name of Parent
DUE TO SAFETY CONCERNS - NO ONE OTHER THAN PARTICIPANTS IN THE CLINIC WILL BE ALLOWED TO STAY DURING THE CLINIC SESSIONS ARE LIMITED TO FIRST 50 REGISTRANTS.
Tuesday, November 3
Fall Uniform Return
Fall Uniform Return
You must return your jerseys and belts to either Coach Koontz’s office or house or to RSA. You must give them to a person. Do not just lay them down without giving them to someone. You may also return them at the banquet on November 22nd at RSA - but no later than that!
Baseball Agility, Speed and Strength Training
Starting on Saturday, November 21, 2009 and every Saturday thereafter, Wil Blowe of Momentum Training will be providing speed, agility and strength training for Cyclones only from 10 to 11 a.m. The maximum cost is $12 per player if 5 or less are present, $10 per player for 5 to 8, and $8 per player for a group of 8 or more players. Please call Wil at 598-9788 as soon as possible to get a slot. This is not cookie cutter training - it is designed to improve baseball players. Our college players are welcome as well as our younger players.
Everyone is strongly encouraged to attend. A great example of a player who has greatly benefitted from working with Wil Blowe is Will Cooper.
Tuesday, November 3
Final hitting and pitching leaders
Fall Team 2009
KOONTZ - FINAL HITTING LEADERS - 27 Games (17 with wood)
Batting Avg
Stephens - .443
Baugh - .435
Coley - .403
Cooper - .395
Extra Base Hits
Stephens - 14
Baugh - 11
Shugart - 9
Coley - 7
OB%
Stephens - .506
Shugart - .500
Coley - .479
Cooper - .465
Runs
Shugart - 31
Stephens - 24
Cooper, Baugh - 22
RBI
Stephens - 38
Cooper - 26
Baugh - 25
Allen - 21
Pitching Leaders
IP
Rose - 27
McWilliams - 23 2/3
Baugh - 23
Reynolds - 22 1/3
K/BB Ratio
McWilliams - 3.5
Rose - 3.1
Burke - 3.0
Baugh - 2.66
E.R.A (min 13 IP)
Burke - 0.00
Johnson - 1.00
Baugh - 1.52
Rose 3.36
WHIP
Baugh - .83
Burke - 1.09
Rose - 1.14
Johnson - 1.21
WINS
Baugh - 5
Burke, Rose - 3
Wednesday, October 28
Dinner at Tommy Condon's
Just a reminder to please call to RSVP for dinner at Tommy's in Charleston to Carolyn 605-1225 by Thursday at 5PM. I need to give them a number. Thank you.
Wednesday, October 28
CYCLONES ANNUAL AWARDS BANQUET
CYCLONES ANNUAL AWARDS BANQUET
The Cyclones Annual Awards Banquet will be held on Sunday, November 22, 2009 at 6:00 p.m. at RSA. All summer 16U and 18U and all fall players from both teams including practice players are invited.
Tuesday, October 27
Charleston Schedule
Saturday - Charleston Southern
10:30 Cyclones vs Sportstech
12:45 Cyclones vs East Cobb Astros 17s
Sunday - James Island High School
8:30 Cyclones vs Core Athletics
10:45 Cyclones vs S.C. Diamond Devils 18s
We are one of only 4 teams to get 2 games at Charleston Southern. Their Coach requested we get 2 games there. He used to be an assistant at Ole Miss when we used to go there regularly. He wants to see several of our players.
There will be a multitude of coaches at the games and the Diamond Devils and Astros are top notch elite level teams. John Rhodes of the Diamond Devils did us right on the schedule - time in the afternoon to carouse in Charleston on Saturday and we get out early on Sunday for the trip back or a good lunch in Charleston.
Directions to the fields are available at www.diamonddevils.org.
Don't forget we set our clocks back one hour on Halloween night!!
Tuesday, October 27
Tuesday - 10/27/09 - PRACTICE IS CANCELLED
Tuesday - 10/27/09 - PRACTICE IS CANCELLED DUE TO WEATHER! Practice at AT&T on Wednesday at 5:30.
CHARLESTON SCHEDULE
Still no schedule. Will post the instant we receive it! I have been promised I will have it by tonight.
Tuesday, October 27
Saturday Night in Charleston
It is a Cyclone tradition for the last 8 years we have gone to Charleston that we all go to Tommy Condons for dinner. This year because it is Halloween they can only offer us a limited dinner menu (see attached) but we can order appetizers straight off the menu. Please look this over and call Carolyn at 605-1225 and reserve your spot, if you know you want shrimp and grits or shepherds pie let me know and I'll let Tommy's know so we can get in and out as quickly as possible. Halloween in Charleston is so much fun! Looking forward to seeing you all there.
Menu for Chattanooga Cyclones
Tommy Condon’s
October 31st 2009
Back Room 7:15
The Original Tommy Burger Charleston’s best 1/2-pound chargrilled burger with lettuce, tomato, sliced onion, and choice of cheeses. 8.79
Grilled Chicken Caesar Crisp Romaine lettuce tossed with fresh Bermuda onions and garlic croutons finished with our special Caesar dressing and shredded Parmesan cheese then topped with a grilled, marinated chicken breast 8.59
Fish ’N Chips An ol’ Irish favorite! Basket of french fries and lightly battered whitefish served with homemade cole slaw. 13.29
Shepherd’s Pie An Old World casserole of tender ground beef simmered with onions, corn, & peas, topped with mashed potatoes. 12.49
Chicken Tender Platter A plate full of chicken tenderloins deep-fried until golden served with french fries, cole slaw, and a honey mustard dipping sauce. 13.49
Shrimp & Grits A Lowcountry tradition of whole ground grits blended with cheddar cheese, topped with fresh sautéed shrimp, peppers, onions, celery, bacon, and tomatoes in a rich cream sauce. 16.99
Monday, October 26
The Chattanooga Cyclones (K) fall baseball team improved to 19-3-1
The Chattanooga Cyclones (K) fall baseball team improved to 19-3-1 with 4 wins this past weekend. On Saturday at AT&T, the Cyclones swept a doubleheader from the Kansas City Royals Scout team. In the first game win over the Royals, Ryan Johnson earned the win pitching in relief of Alec Rose, Andrew McWilliams and Jacob Toney. Derek Shugart, Garret Baugh and Zach Stephens each had 2 hits and a run with Stephens driving in 2 and Baugh driving in the winning run with 2 outs in the bottom of the 7th inning. In game two 4-1 win over the Royals Cole Brand pitched a no-hitter. Will Cooper and Jeff Burke each had 2 hits and a run and Stephens had a 2 run homer.
On Sunday at Samford University the Cyclones beat the Alabama Heat 16-1 with Baugh earning the win with relief from McWilliams and Johnson when Deandre Allen had 3 hits, a run and 3 rbi, Cooper 2 hits, 2 runs and 3 rbi, and Baugh and Randall Coley each had a hit, 2 runs and 2 rbi.
In a 8-6 win over the East Cobb Patriots the Cyclones scored 3 times with 2 outs in the last inning to earn a win for Deandre Allen who pitched in relief of Burke and Matt Reynolds when Taylor Dalton had 2 hits and 3 rbi, William Ziernberg a 2 run hit and Coley and Stephens each had a hit, run and rbi.
Monday, October 26
Koontz Hitting Leaders (23 games - 15 with wood)
Koontz Hitting Leaders (23 games - 15 with wood)
Batting Average
Stephens - .469
Baugh - .404
Cooper - .355
Coley - .346
Allen - .344
OB%
Stephens - .526
Shugart - .506
Quinn - .479
Allen - .449
Runs
Shugart - 29
Cooper, Stephens, Baugh - 17
Allen, Burke - 14
RBI
Stephens - 32
Cooper - 20
Allen, Baugh - 19
Coley - 16
Extra-Base Hits
Stephens - 10
Baugh - 9
Shugart - 7
Pitching Leaders
Wins
Baugh - 4
Brand, Rose, Burke - 3
IP
Brand - 31
Rose - 24 2/3
McWilliams - 19 2/3
Baugh - 16
ERA (Min 10 IP)
Burke, Johnson - 0.00
Baugh - 0.87
Rose - 1.14
Strikeouts/BB Ratio
Rose - 4.0
Burke, McWilliams - 3.33
Brand - 3.125
WHIP
Baugh - .81
Rose - .95
Johnson, Brand - 1.0
Saturday, October 24
Uniform for Saturday
Cyclones are wearing red and grey today!
Saturday, October 24
WEDDING AT AT&T - SATURDAY 2:00
There is a wedding on the field before our game. RESPECT THEIR WEDDING DAY! Stay off the field until the wedding is over. We can use the dugout and the cages only until the wedding is over.
Friday, October 23
Final Tarp Update!
Please disregard the prior postings. The tarp is now off. Thanks!
Wednesday, October 21
Samford Schedule - Sunday
Samford Schedule - Sunday
10:00 Cyclones v. Alabama Heat
12:00 Cyclones v. East Cobb Patriots
Times are C.S.T. Arrive by 9:00 C.S.T. Wear blue and white. Eat a big breakfast and bring a snack for between games.
UAB, Birmingham Southern, Samford, Lawson State and Mississippi State have indicated they will be present.
Wednesday, October 21
Practice Schedule - Thursday
Practice Schedule - Thursday
To cut down on everyone’s travel - especially since gas has gone up dramatically in the last week - Coley, Allen, Zierenberg, Shugart and Brand practice at Cleveland State from 5:30 - 6:30. Brand runs mile at 5:15 at Bradley Central. All others at AT&T from 5:30 - 6:30
Monday, October 19
Koontz Team - Practice Tuesday - AT&T at 5:30
Koontz Team - Practice Tuesday - AT&T at 5:30
Game Schedule Weekend of October 24-25
Saturday - AT&T - 3:30 DH vs. Royals Scout Team
Sunday - Samford University - 2 games - will provide details when received
Monday, October 19
Hitting Leaders - 19 games (13 with wood)
Hitting Leaders - 19 games (13 with wood)
Batting Average
Baugh - .455
Stephens - .453
Cooper - .347
Zierenburg - .346
OB%
Stephens - .517
Quinn - .489
Shugart - .477
Baugh - .467
Extra-Base Hits
Baugh, Stephens - 7
Shugart - 6
Allen - 5
Runs
Shugart - 24
Allen, Stephens - 13
Cooper, Baugh - 12
RBI
Stephens - 26
Cooper, Baugh, Allen - 16
Coley - 13
Monday, October 19
Pitching Leaders (Min 8IP)
Pitching Leaders (Min 8IP)
Wins
Burke, Rose, Baugh -3
McWilliams, Brand, Reynolds - 2
E.R.A
Johnson - .000
Baugh - .054
Rose - 1.42
Reynolds - 1.98
WHIP
Baugh - .77
Rose - .81
Johnson - .875
Brand - 1.04
IP
Brand - 24
Rose - 19 2/3
Reynolds - 17 2/3
McWilliams - 16 2/3
K/BB Ratio
Rose - 4.8
Brand - 3.4
Burke - 3.0
McWilliams - 2.83
Sunday, October 18
Sunday Game Update #2
We will be playing at 4:30 today at ATT. Be there at 3:30.
Sunday, October 18
Sunday Game Update
There will be no game at 1:30 today at ATT. Please check the web site at 11:30 for more information to see if Coach Koontz can find another field for later in the day.
Thursday, October 15
Recruiting Update
Recruiting Update
Cole Brand has committed to Clemson. Garrett Baugh and Zach Stephens have committed to Tennessee Tech. Derek Shugart and Alec Rose are to visit Cleveland State this week and have interest from King College and Motlow as well. King also has interest in Andrew McWilliams as well. All other information is as it was on the last general update.
Thursday, October 15
Thursday, October 15 Practice
Thursday, October 15 Practice
Koontz Team - AT&T at 5:30
Simmons Team - RSA at 5:30
Thursday, October 15
West Georgia Tournament Cancelled
West Georgia Tournament Cancelled
The continuing rain and field conditions at West Georgia have resulted in Coach Fife cancelling the tournament. Sunday is now scheduled for the K & S Teams to square off at AT&T or Cleveland State (hopefully one of these is playable). There will be no games this Saturday. Due to rain outs - and the loss of 2 games this weekend the K team will now play 2 games at Samford on Sunday the 25th against the East Cobb Patriots and Alabama Heat. The dh against the Royals Scout team on the 24th will now start at 3:30 P.M. at AT&T due to a rescheduled wedding there at 2:00 - 3:00 p.m.
We are sorry the schedule keeps changing, but we do not control the weather and Coach Koontz has been burning up the phones trying to find a way to get some games in anywhere. It is wet all over the Southeast once again.
Wednesday, October 14
FALL SOUTHERN WOOD BAT WEST GEORGIA COLLEGE TOURNAMENT
FALL SOUTHERN WOOD BAT WEST GEORGIA COLLEGE TOURNAMENT
October 17-18, 2009
SATURDAY
10:00 A.M. Cyclones (S) V. Rockdale A’s
12:30 P.M. Cyclones (K) V. Line Drive
3:00 P.M. Line Drive V. Cyclones (S)
5:30 P.M. Cyclones (K) V. Rockdale A’s
SUNDAY
10:00 A.M. Rockdale A’s V. Line Drive
12:30 P..M. Cyclones (S) V. Cyclones (K)
3:00 P.M. Seed 1 V. Seed 2 - Championship
5:30 P.M. Seed 3 V. Seed 4 - 3rd place
All games are at West Georgia College. All game times are E.S.T. Team listed first takes the 1st base dugout and takes BP from 1 hour 15 minutes to 45 minutes before game time if only 1 cage, and team listed 2nd takes 3rd base dugout and BP from 45 minutes to 15 minutes before game time. If 2 cages each team takes 1. Each team furnishes 3 game balls to home plate ump before game start and alternates furnishing balls thereafter. Each team must shag foul balls on their side. Bring your own water coolers and cups in case the school does not furnish it. Usually it will be furnished, but on occasion it is not. Each team must be responsible for cleaning up your dugout after games. All teams must be at field at least 50 minutes before game time as we intend to start the next game 20 minutes after the conclusion of the prior game if ahead of schedule. Run rule is 8 after 5 innings. Time limit of 2 hours with no inning to start after 2 hours. If tied within the two hours, 1 extra inning is played except that in the championship and 3rd place games, the games are played to conclusion through 9 innings.
Tuesday, October 13
CHARLESTON HOTEL CUT-OFF REMINDER
You must reserve your room for Charleston by October 20, 2009 to get the special rate at the Comfort Inn Suites and you must let Coach Koontz know by tomorrow if anyone needs a team room
Tuesday, October 13
Wes Hodges Baseball Clinic - December 5, 2009
Wes Hodges will be doing his annual baseball clinic at RSA on December 5, 2009. Our coaches have seen many, many clinics over the years but Wes does the best job of covering, fielding and hitting as well as information on "tools of the trade" and the ever crucial mental approach in a day session that we have ever seen. His clinic is different and better each succeeding year because he shares the knowledge he has gained over the last year of professional baseball. This is a hands-on clinic with two other former or current pro players assisting Wes as well as Coach Koontz.
The number of participants has grown each year so sign up early. The clinic will be capped at 40 players per session. A portion of the proceeds are donated by Wes and RSA to local youth baseball. A form will be posted shortly to reserve your slot. Please sign up early to ensure your spot.
Tuesday, October 13
Koontz team stats
KOONTZ HITTING LEADERS - 18 Games (12 with wood)
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Pitching Leaders
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Baugh - .463
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Wins-
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Stephens - .429
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Rose, Baugh - 3
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Zierenberg - .348
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Reynolds, Burke, Brand, McWilliams - 2
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Cooper - .347
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On Base %
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IP
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Stephens - .500
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Brand - 23
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Shugart - .484
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Rose - 18 2/3
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Quinn - .478
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McWilliams - 16 2/3
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Baugh - .476
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Reynolds - 15 2/3
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Baugh - 13
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Runs
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E.R.A. (Min - 7IP)
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Shugart - 24
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Burke, Johnson - .00
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Stephens - 13
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Baugh - .54
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Baugh, Cooper - 12
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Rose - 1.5
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Reynolds - 2.25
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RBI
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Strikeouts/ BB ROTP
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Stephens - 22
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Rose - 4.25
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Cooper - 16
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Burke - 4.0
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Allen - 14
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Brand - 3.0
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Baugh - 13
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McWilliams - 2.83
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Extra Base Hits
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WHIP Min 7IP
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Baugh - 7
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Baugh - .77
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Stephens, Shugart - 6
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Rose - .91
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Allen - 5
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Johnson - 1.0
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Brand - 1.17
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STATS SUMMARY
After 18 games there are 8 hitters with batting averages above .306 and on-base percentages at .400 or above. There are 12 players with 26 or more place appearances. Six pitchers each have at least 14% of the teams wins.
Defensively the team averages less than 1.25 errors per game - an incredible statistic for an 18u team. An even more incredible statistic is that the in-field positions average less than a half an error a game.
Tuesday, October 13
Baugh is a Golden Eagle
BAUGH IS A GOLDEN EAGLE!
Garrett Baugh has committed to continue his education and baseball career at Tennessee Tech. Garrett threw exceptionally well in front of Tech assistant coach at APSU and committed on his official visit yesterday. Garrett was also offered by APSU, Walters State and Cleveland State and he had drawn recruiting interest from Southern Mississippi, Samford, Belmont, UAB and MTSU. He will join his fellow Cyclone teammate Zach Stephens at Tech in 2010. Congratulations Garrett!
Tuesday, October 13
Koontz Team Practice at AT&T
KOONTZ TEAM - PRACTICE AT AT&T ON TUESDAY AT 6:00 PM DUE TO WEATHER ISSUES
SIMMONS TEAM - PRACTICE AT LFO ON WEDNESDAY AT 6:00 P.M.
THURSDAY PRACTICE INFO WILL BE POSTED TOMORROW AS WE SEE HOW WEATHER DEVELOPS
Monday, October 12
Thanks to Our Great Parents
THANKS TO OUR GREAT PARENTS
Thanks to all our great parents who helped to pull out a tournament which could have easily been cancelled. It took a lot of work by Carolyn, Dylan, David, the Koontz team players, Frank Burke and the Lee staff to salvage a good tournament from the horrible weather we had. The other coaches were all very, very complimentary of our efforts to get their teams games in. Special thanks are owed to all the gate parents and Todd Cooper and Phil Reynolds who even pitched in to help do a little field work.
SPECIAL THANKS TO FRANK BURKE AND COACH BREW
We all owe a huge debt of thanks to Frank Burke for not only allowing us to use his great facility to get in 8 games there this weekend but for all the physical labor he put in on the tarp and field work and for helping to get his staff to tarp the field Friday. There is no other minor league owner in the country who does what he does for baseball in their community.
Also, Coach Brew and his staff went way above what most college staffs would do to help get in a fall select tournament and we pay special thanks to them as well.
LEE TRYOUT NOVEMBER 14 AT 1:00 P.M.
There is a tryout for Lee’s coaches on November 14, 2009 at 1:00 p.m. Any interested Cyclone is invited.
Saturday, October 10
Check gate coverage schedule
Please check the gate coverage schedule and call me 605-1225 ASAP if any spot does NOT work for you. I tried to move gates to accommodate everyone.
Saturday, October 10
Gate Coverage Schedule
SATURDAY
AT&T - 2:00 - 4:15 Todd Cooper
4:15 - 6:30 Beverly Stephens
6:30 - 8:45 PLEASE CALL CAROLYN TO WORK THIS GATE 605-1225
LEE - 3:45 - 6:00 Cindy Rogers
6:00 - 8:15 PLEASE CALL CAROLYN TO WORK THIS GATE 605-1225
SUNDAY
AT&T - 6:45 - 9:00 Jeff Zierenberg
9:00 - 11:00 Lori Stansell
11:00 - 1:00 Larry Brand
1:00 - 3:00 Susan Burke
3:00 - 5:00 Brad Quinn
LEE - 7:15 - 9:15 Vickie and Doug Towne
9:15 - 11:15 Dana Evett
11:15 - 1:15 Damian DeMateo
1:15 - 3:15 Wayne Robertson
3:15 - 5:15 Vickie McKelvey
Saturday, October 10
Gate Coverage
Check the web site around 11:00 for new gate coverage schedule. I am working to redo times. Thank you. Carolyn
Saturday, October 10
REVISED GAME SCHEDULE FOR SATURDAY AND SUNDAY
SATURDAY
AT&T LEE
3:00 5 v 1 5:00 10 v 6
5:30 1 v 9 7:30 2 v 4
8:00 7 v 6
SUNDAY
LEE AT & T
8:30 6 v 4 8:00 10 v 1
10:30 7 v 8 10:00 5 v 3
12:30 7 v 9 12:00 4 v 5
2:30 8 v 10 2:00 2 v 3
4:30 6 v 9 4:00 2 v 1
Saturday, October 10
Saturday Game Update
All Koontz team members need to be at Lee University field at 11:00 to pull the tarp. Current plan is to play 3 games at AT&T and 2 games at Lee. Teams and times will be listed by noon.
Saturday, October 10
Saturday Update
The 10:30 game at Lee University has been cancelled. Please check website again around 9:30 for then projected plans for the remainder of the day. The current forecast is for the rain to end in the next 3 hours or so.
Friday, October 9
Saturday Update
The 9:30 game at Cleveland State has been cancelled - we were not playing - this is for gate coverage personnel only. As of now everything else remains the same - the Koontz team needs to be at Lee University by 9:00 am for tarp duty. Depending on the weather there may be additional changes - keep checking the web. If the 9:30 game at Clevealnd State is rescheduled gate coverage will have to be rescheduled as well. Rain necessitating changes is an inconvenience to everyone involved. Thanks.
Friday, October 9
Saturday Tarp Duty - Koontz Team
Saturday Tarp Duty - Koontz Team
Due to the rain Cleveland State, Lee and AT&T are tarping their fields today. Tarping is a huge undertaking, as is untarping. They are doing us a huge favor by doing this. Very few colleges, and no professional teams, tarp in the fall to make sure select team games get played. On Saturday, the Koontz team needs to be at Cleveland state at 8:45 to help untarp the fields. We will also need to help untarp at Lee before our first game starts. If you expect to play Saturday - be there. Check the website tonight at 10:00 and again in the morning before you leave to see if any of this has changed or any games have been postponed or cancelled. DO NOT CALL THE COACHES - We are handling calls from all of the participating teams, college coaches and pro scouts - your call may never get returned! YOU CAN TEXT BUT ONLY IF INFORMATION IS NOT ON THE WEBSITE! THANKS!
Thursday, October 8
Stephens is a Golden Eagle!
Stephens is a Golden Eagle!
Zach Stephens has accepted a scholarship to continue his baseball and academic careers at Tennessee Tech as a Golden Eagle. Zach has had a big fall offensively so far and hit his 5th home of the fall with a Tech Coach watching at APSU. Tech has steadily improved its team and facilities under Coach Bragga. Congratulations Zach!
Thursday, October 8
Fall World Series Revised Schedule
Third Revised Schedule
Southern Wood Bat October 10 & 11 Fall World Series
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LEE - SATURDAY
10 : 30 1 V 3
1 : 00 2 V 5
3 : 30 4 V 3
6 : 30 4 V 2
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CLEVELAND STATE - SATURDAY
9 : 30 8 V 9
12 : 00 9 V 10
2 : 30 7 V 10
5 : 00 7 V 6
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AT & T FIELD - SATURDAY
6: 00 8 V 1
8:15 5 V 6
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LEE - SUNDAY
9: 30 7 V 8
12 : 00 7 V 9
2: 45 8 V 10
5 : 15 6 V 9
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CLEVELAND STATE - SUNDAY
9 : 30 4 V 5
12 : 00 5 V 3
2 : 30 2 V 3
5 : 00 2 V 1
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AT & T FIELD - SUNDAY
11 : 00 6 V 10
1 : 30 4 V 1
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1 - CHATTANOOGA CYCLONES (K)
2 - ATLANTA SPORTSTECH
3 - MADISON MONARCHS
4 - VIPER BASEBALL
5 - MEMPHIS APAK (BLUE)
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6 - CHATTANOOGA CYCLONES (S)
7 - MEMPHIS APAK (RED)
8 - ROCKDALE A’S
9 - MENTIUM BASEBALL
10 - LINE DRIVE BASEBALL
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Team listed first takes the 1st base dugout and takes BP from 1 hour 15 minutes to 45 minutes before game time if only 1 cage, and team listed 2nd takes 3rd base dugout and BP from 45 minutes to 15 minutes before game time. If 2 cages each team takes 1. All times are Eastern time. Each team furnishes 3 game balls to home plate ump before game start and alternates furnishing balls thereafter. Each team must shag foul balls on their side. Bring your own coolers and cups in case the schools don’t furnish it. Usually it will be furnished, but on occasion it is not. Each team must be responsible for cleaning up your dugout after games. All teams must be at field at least 50 minutes before game time as we intend to start the next game 20 minutes after the conclusion of the prior game if ahead of schedule. Run rule is 8 after 5 innings. Time limit of 2 hours with no inning to start after 2 hours. Exception: there is a 1 hour 50 minute time limit on the 2 Saturday games at AT&T as there are two functions which prohibit us playing before 6:00 p.m. and the lights are super expensive.
Thursday, October 8
Gate Coverage
Saturday
Lee University
9:15 - 11:15 Allen & Morgan Baugh
11:15 - 1:15 Lona Shugart
1:15 - 3:15 Janet & Howard McWilliams
3:15 - 5:15 Dawn Hawkins
5:15 - 7:15 Cindy Rogers
Cleveland State
8:15 - 10:45 Vickie & Doug Towne
10:45-1:00 Bonita Parr
1:00 - 3:30 Mike Booker
3:30 - 6:00 Dana Evett
AT&T Field
4:45 - 7:00 Todd Cooper
7:00 - 9:00 Beverly Stephens
Sunday
Lee University
8:15 - 10:45 Jeff Zierenberg
10:45 - 1:00 Randy Coley
1:00 - 3:30 Damien DeMatteo
3:30 - 6:00 Wayne Robertson
Cleveland State
8:15 - 10:45 Phil Reynolds
10: 45 - 1:15 Larry Brand
1:15 - 3:45 Sherry & Ron Speicher
3:45 - 6:00 Brad Quinn
AT&T Field
9:45 - 12:15 Vickie McKelvey & Lori Stansell
12:15 - 2:30 Susan Burke
Kudos to this group of parents
Thanks to all of the parents who signed up for gate coverage this weekend. Some parents will have now worked twice or even three times and we greatly appreciate it. Pray for good weather!
Wednesday, October 7
Probable starters for October 10th & 11th
Probable starters for October 10th & 11th
Madison - Brand
Viper Baseball - Baugh
Rockdale - Burke
Sportstech - Rose
These are "probable". Tournament developments could dictate otherwise.
Wednesday, October 7
Schedule for October 16 & 17
Schedule for October 16&17
Both teams are now at West Georgia College the weekend of October 16-17. I will post hotel information and a schedule by Friday.
Mississippi State had to cancel on the 17th as they had completely stripped all their grass off the field to replace it with a new and different kind of grass and the rain during the last two weeks has pushed their schedule back on the field being playable. We have been offered the opportunity for the 18u and 16u teams to play there in the summer as a recompense.
Wednesday, October 7
Cole is a Tiger!
Cole is a Tiger!
Cole Brand has accepted a scholarship offer to Clemson University. Clemson first saw Cole when the 18u team defeated the Ultimate 2009 Perfect Game Summer National Champion East Cobb Braves 14-0 behind his 1-hitter at Clemson. Cole also had offers from several other schools, including Austin Peay and Auburn. Congratulations to Cole!
Simmons Practice - Wednesday - LFO
Simmons Practice - Thursday - Cleveland State
Koontz Team Practice - Thursday - AT&T Field
All practices are at 6:00 p.m.
Monday, October 5
Koontz Team Practice Tuesday
Koontz Team Practice - Tuesday, October 6, 2009 at AT&T Field at 6:00
Cleveland state is playing on their field
Monday, October 5
October 10 & 11 Gate Coverage
October 10 & 11 Gate Coverage
We have 11 spots left to fill for gate coverage this weekend. Please call Carolyn at (423) 605-1225 by Wednesday at 5:00 p.m. On Thursday we will assign coverage for any uncovered gates starting with those who have not previously covered one. Please see that there is a second revised schedule. Both our teams are going to get to play under the lights at AT&T! Thanks.
Monday, October 5
Koontz Team Hitting and Pitching leaders
Koontz Team - Hitting Leaders - 14 games
Batting Average
Stephens .486
Baugh - .419
Allen - .351
Quinn - .345
RBI
Stephens - 18
Allen, Cooper - 12
Coley - 10
OB%
Stephens - .548
Coley - .488
Quinn - .486
Shugart - .447
Extra Base Hits
Shugart, Baugh, Stephens - 6
Coley - 5
Runs
Shugart - 19
Allen - 10
Baugh, Stansell, Stephens - 8
Koontz Team - Pitching Leaders - 14 games
IP
Brand - 17
Rose - 16 2/3
Reynolds, McWilliams - 13 2/3
E.R.A. - (Min.8IP)
Baugh - .88
Rose - 1.27
Reynolds - 2.56
Strikeouts
Rose - 20
Reynolds - 14
McWilliams - 10
Wins
Reynolds, Rose, McWilliams, Baugh - 2
WHIP
Baugh - .63
Rose - .95
Brand - 1.41
Monday, October 5
Recruiting News
Recruiting News
We like to keep everyone posted on who is being recruited and/or followed by whom for a lot of reasons. It is important for everyone to keep in mind that neither players nor parents of players ask to have this information posted nor do they control what is posted. Additionally, we certainly hope that every one of our players and parents are happy for every single player who is getting recruited and/or evaluated and followed. We want to try to avoid at all costs, any jealousy or envy that we have witnessed develop elsewhere about players who may be fortunate enough to obtain attention from what may be considered high profile schools. If one or more of our players is being recruited and evaluated by several schools, then it is good for everybody else who as a result also gains an opportunity to be seen and evaluated. As an example, we now have at least two players who are being recruited and/or evaluated and followed by more than one school who were seen by coaches who originally traveled to watch different players of ours this fall. This happens all the time. With all of that in mind, we will post updated information soon.
Recruiting Update
Zach Stephens has been offered by Tennessee Tech and Motlow State and has been recruited by Young Harris, Walters State and others. Andrew McWilliams has been offered by Berea and has interest from Motlow, Cleveland State, LeGrange and Maryville. Trevor Evett has interest from APSU.
Jeffery Burke has interest from Harvard, Duke and Wake Forrest. Deandre Allen has interest from Kennesaw State, Mississippi State, Troy, Cleveland State and others. Will Cooper has interest from UNC, Kentucky, Louisville, Tennessee, Mississippi State, Wake Forrest, Vandy, Duke, MTSU and others. Derek Shugart has interest from Motlow and Cleveland State. Will Stansell has interest from Belmont and Tennessee Tech. Matt Reynolds has interest from UAB. Cole Brand has an offer from Clemson, Auburn and APSU and interest from Walters State, Motlow and Cleveland State. Garrett Baugh has an offer from APSU and Cleveland State and interest from MTSU, Tennessee Tech and Southern Mississippi. Alec Rose has interest from Motlow State and Cleveland State. Randall Coley has interest from Motlow and Cleveland State. Taylor Dalton has interest from Motlow. Mack Quinn has interest from Motlow.
Monday, October 5
APSU Fall invitational
The Chattanooga Cyclones (K) (10-3-1) Fall baseball team went 3-1 at the Austin Peay University Fall Invitational this past weekend. The Cyclones (K) defeated the Indiana Yankees 17U team 8-4 with Alex Rose earning the win with relief help from Will Stansell when Derek Shugart had 3 hits, 3 runs and 2 rbi, Mack Quinn had a hit, run and 2 rbi and Randall Coley a hit, run and rbi. In a 8-0 win over Dulins Dodgers White team, Derek Shugart hit a home run, Garrett Baugh pitched a 1-hitter when Deandre Allen had 2 hits and 2 runs, Will Cooper 2 hits and a rbi, Mack Quinn 2 rbi, a hit and Zach Stephens hit a 3-run homer. In a 5-2 win over the Indiana Yankees 18u team Matt Reynolds earned the win with Cooper having 2 hits and 2 rbi and Stephens a hit and rbi. In a 16-10 loss to Dulins Dodgers Cooper had 2 hits, 4 rbi and a run, Baugh 2 hits and 3 rbi and Stansell a 3-run homer.
The younger Cyclones (S) team went 1-1-1 in the tournament tying Kentucky Baseball Club 2-2, losing to the Indiana Yankees 18u 5-2 and thumping the Indiana Yankees 17u 14-0 behind a no hitter by Trevor Evett. Hitting leaders for the Cyclones (S) team were Damien Dematteo with 4 hits and 3 rbi, Zach McElvey with 3 hits and a rbi, Hayden Bailey with 3 hits and 4 rbi and Asher Spencer with 4 hits and 2 runs.
Friday, October 2
URGENT! APSU Schedule Revision!
URGENT! APSU Schedule Revision
A team dropped out at APSU. We have a completely revised schedule. Here is the new schedule:
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Field
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10:00
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Saturday
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Cyclones (K) v. Dulins (A)
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APSU
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12:15
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Saturday
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Cyclones (S) v. KY Baseball
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Clarksville H.S.
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4:45
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Saturday
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Cyclones (K) v. Indiana Yankees (White)
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Clarksville H.S.
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4:45
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Saturday
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Cyclones (S) v. Indiana Yankees (Black)
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APSU
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10:00
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Sunday
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Cyclones (K) v. Dulins (B)
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APSU
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10:00
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Sunday
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Cyclones (S) v. Indiana Yankees (White)
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Clarksville H.S.
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4:45
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Sunday
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Cyclones (K) v. Indiana Yankees (Black)
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Clarksville
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4:45
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Sunday
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Cyclones (S) v. Edge Baseball
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APSU
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Friday, October 2
Directions to Austin-Peay University
Directions to Austin-Peay University
From Chattanooga:
Take I-24 W through Nashville to Clarksville to Exit 4
Turn left onto US 79 (Wilma Rudolph Blvd)
Wilma Rudolph Blvd becomes College Street
Turn right off College Street onto 8th Street
Then turn left onto Marion Street
Then turn right onto Drane Street
Basefall field is on the left
Friday, October 2
Directions to Clarksville High School
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From Chattanooga:
Merge onto I-24 W via Exit 2 toward I-59/Chattanooga/Birmingham (Passing through Georgia, then crossing into Tennessee)
Keep right to take I-24 W via Exit 211 toward I-65 N/Louisville/Clarksville
Keep left to take I-24W via Exit 88B toward Clarksville
Merge onto TN-76W via Exit 11 toward Clarksville
Turn slight right onto US-41A/Madison St/TN-112
Turn right onto Richview Rd/TN-374
151 Richview Rd is on the right
Thursday, October 1
Koontz Team - Practice - October 1, 2009
Koontz team will practice at 6:00 p.m. on October 1, 2009 at AT&T field.
Travis team will practice at 6:00 p.m. on October 1, 2009 at Cleveland State
Wednesday, September 30
Daniel Howard Assisting Simmons
Daniel Howard Assisting Simmons
Daniel Howard is finally home after completing a successful 2009 in Independent League Baseball. His team lost in the playoff’s final round 3-2. Daniel was 1-1 in the playoffs. He will start assisting Travis Simmons on Thursday. Daniel played at Notre Dame High School where he was All-City and then at Lee University. Daniel pitched, caught and played 3rd base in high school. He played as an 18U Cyclone and was a pitcher on two Collegiate Cyclones teams which won Georgia Wooden Bat League and Georgia State Stan Musial state championships and finished Stan Musial Southeastern Regional runners up twice.
Wednesday, September 30
Southern Wood Bat Fall World Series
Southern Wood Bat World Series Gate Coverage October 10 & 11
The schedule for the Southern Wood Bat World Series is listed below. Please call Carolyn as soon as possible to sign up for gates. Anyone who has not previously done a gate, please call so that we are not forced to assign a gate. Carolyn’s number is 605-1225
Charleston Hotel Information
The hotel information for Charleston is listed below. Please note that all rooms not reserved on a parent’s credit card by October 20, 2009 will be released. It is difficult to find rooms in the fall in Charleston, especially at this rate with a breakfast and cocktail hour. Anyone needing a team room - we must know by October 13, 2009. This is not only a great tournament, but a trip all of our players and families always remember for years. If at all possible, try to get in by 7 or 8 Friday night and enjoy Charleston on Halloween Weekend!
The information is:
Country Suites - 92.00/night for nonsmoking double - located 11 miles from downtown and within 5 miles of discount mall. Phone number : (843) 725-5400 Address: 2540 N. Forest Dr. North Charleston, SC 29420
Wednesday, September 30
Southern Wood Bat Fall World Series
Southern Wood Bat October 10 & 11 Fall World Series
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LEE - SATURDAY
10 : 30 1 V 3
1 : 00 2 V 5
3 : 30 4 V 3
6 : 30 2 V 4
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CLEVELAND STATE - SATURDAY
9 : 30 8 V 9
12 : 00 9 V 10
2 : 30 7 V10
5 : 00 6 V7
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AT & T FIELD - SATURDAY
2 : 45 8 V 6
5 : 00 5 V 1
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LEE - SUNDAY
9: 30 7 V 8
12 : 00 7 V 9
2: 45 8 V 10
5 : 15 6 V 9
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CLEVELAND STATE - SUNDAY
9 : 30 4 V 5
12 : 00 5 V 3
2 : 30 2 V 3
5 : 00 2 V 1
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AT & T FIELD - SUNDAY
11 : 00 6 V 10
1 : 30 4 V 1
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1 - CHATTANOOGA CYCLONES (K)
2 - ATLANTA SPORTSTECH
3 - ROCKDALE A’S
4 - VIPER BASEBALL
5 - MEMPHIS APAK (BLUE)
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6 - CHATTANOOGA CYCLONES (S)
7 - MEMPHIS APAK (RED)
8 - MADISON MONARCHS
9 - MENTIUM BASEBALL
10 - LINE DRIVE BASEBALL
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Team listed first takes the 1st base dugout and takes BP from 1 hour 15 minutes to 45 minutes before game time if only 1 cage, and team listed 2nd takes 3rd base dugout and BP from 45 minutes to 15 minutes before game time. If 2 cages each team takes 1. All times are Eastern time. Each team furnishes 3 game balls to home plate ump before game start and alternates furnishing balls thereafter. Each team must shag foul balls on their side. Bring your own coolers and cups in case the schools don’t furnish it. Usually it will be furnished, but on occasion it is not. Each team must be responsible for cleaning up your dugout after games. All teams must be at field at least 50 minutes before game time as we intend to start the next game 20 minutes after the conclusion of the prior game if ahead of schedule. Run rule is 8 after 5 innings. Time limit of 2 hours with no inning to start after 2 hours. Exception: there is a 1 hour 50 minute time limit on the 2 Saturday games at AT&T as there is a function which prohibits us before 2:45 P.M. and daylight becomes an issue around 7:00 P.M.
Monday, September 28
Koontz Team - Game on Tuesday 4:30 p.m.
Koontz Team - Game on Tuesday at 4:30 p.m. at Cleveland State vs. Cleveland State
We are going to get on a dry field! Unbelievable! Koontz team plays Cleveland State at 4:30 on Tuesday, September 29. Get there by 3:45 if you can. Wear blue and white.
Simmons Team Practice
Wednesday - 6:00 p.m. at LFO
Thursday - 6:00 p.m. at Cleveland State
Austin Peay Hotel Information
We got lucky. There are 20 rooms blocked at the Comfort Inn for $65.99 for non-smoking doubles for Saturday. There is a shortage of rooms in Clarkesville this weekend. You have until Wednesday at noon to call (937)647-6144 to book a room. I urge you to do so. You can also book for Friday at this rate if you so desire.
Friday, September 18
Austin Peay Tournament Schedule
AUSTIN PEAY TOURNAMENT SCHEDULE
OCTOBER 3-4
SATURDAY
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OPPONENTS
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FIELD
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10:00
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Cyclones (K) v. Dulins
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APSU
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12:15
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Cyclones (S) v. Kentucky Baseball
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Clarkesville High School
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2:30
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Cyclones (K) v. Indiana Yankees (White)
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APSU
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4:45
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Cyclones (S) v. St. Louis Pirates
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APSU
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SUNDAY
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OPPONENTS
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FIELD
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10:00
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Cyclones (K) v. St. Louis Pirates
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Clarkesville High School
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12:15
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Edge v. Cyclones (S)
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APSU
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2:30
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Cyclones (K) v. Indiana Yankees (Black)
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Clarkesville High School
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4:45
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Indiana Yankees (White) v. Cyclones (S)
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Clarkesville High School
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All games are CST
Wednesday, September 23
Koontz Team Practice - Thursday, September 24
Koontz team will practice Thursday, September 24 at 6:00 p.m. at AT&T field.
Tuesday, September 22
West Georgia Tournament Cancelled
West Georgia Tournament Cancelled
Coach Fife from West Georgia has called and cancelled this weekend’s tournament. Their field is literally a small lake at this point and more rain is predicted there for this coming weekend. Carrollton has reportedly received 18 inches of rain in 10 days. The schedule previously posted for this weekend will now be moved to October 17 and 18 for the Simmons team
October 17-18 Koontz Team Schedule
The Koontz team has been invited to be one of the only four teams to get to play at Mississippi State’s field this fall. We will play a double header there starting at 1 p.m. C.S.T. on Saturday, October 17. We are attempting to line-up a Sunday double header at Samford for the trip back.
Tuesday - September 29- Koontz Team
The Koontz team plays the Cleveland State freshmen at Cleveland State at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday, September 29. Get there as fast as you can. Coach Koontz and Coach Mead will be there by 3:45 at the latest.
Wednesday, September 23
Simmons Team - Practice Tonight
Simmons team will practice tonight at LFO building at 6:00 p.m.
Monday, September 21
Practice Schedule 9-21 to 9-25-09
Practice Schedule 9-21 to 9-25-09
Koontz - Tuesday - AT&T field - 6:00 p.m - Rain or Shine
Koontz & Simmons - Wednesday - AT&T field - 5:00 p.m. - if weather allows, two teams play an 8 inning game. If weather or field conditions do not permit - Simmons at LFO 6:00 p.m. - Koontz team needs to schedule lessons at RSA.
Koontz - Thursday - AT&T field - 6:00 p.m. - Rain or Shine
Simmons - Thursday - Cleveland State - if shine - 6:00 p.m.- RSA if rain or field conditions prohibit use of Cleveland state
LESSONS
AGAIN. IT IS IMPERATIVE DURING THIS DOWN TIME DUE TO RAIN THAT PEOPLE UTILIZE THEIR "FREE" LESSONS IF ELIGIBLE - BOTH KOONTZ AND SIMMONS PLAYERS!
Monday, September 21
Revised Fall Southern Wood Bat West Georgia Tournament
REVISED
FALL SOUTHERN WOOD BAT WEST GEORGIA COLLEGE TOURNAMENT
September 26-27, 2009
SATURDAY
9:20 A.M. Cyclones V. Sportstech
11:40 A.M. Rockdale A’s V. Line Drive
2:00 P.M. Cyclones V. Augusta
4:20 P.M. Sportstech V. Line Drive
6:40 P.M. Rockdale A’s V. Augusta
SUNDAY
9:00 A.M. Augusta V. Line Drive
11:20 A.M. Augusta V. Sportstech
1:40 P.M. Line Drive V. Cyclones
4:00 P.M Rockdale A’s V. Cyclones
6:20 P.M. Sportstech V. Rockdale A’s
All games are at West Georgia College. All game times are E.S.T. Team listed first takes the 1st base dugout and takes BP from 1 hour 15 minutes to 45 minutes before game time if only 1 cage, and team listed 2nd takes 3rd base dugout and BP from 45 minutes to 15 minutes before game time. If 2 cages each team takes 1. Each team furnishes 3 game balls to home plate ump before game start and alternates furnishing balls thereafter. Each team must shag foul balls on their side. Bring your own water coolers and cups in case the school does not furnish it. Usually it will be furnished, but on occasion it is not. Each team must be responsible for cleaning up your dugout after games. All teams must be at field at least 50 minutes before game time as we intend to start the next game 20 minutes after the conclusion of the prior game if ahead of schedule. Run rule is 8 after 5 innings. Time limit of 2 hours with no inning to start after 2 hours. If tied within the two hours, 1 extra inning is played.
Friday, September 18
Koontz Team - Jacksonville State and Samford
Koontz Team- Jacksonville State and Samford - still as scheduled as of 4:30 p.m. on Friday
Simmons Team- We are currently trying to lock down a tournament for October 16 and 17 to replace loss of this weekend. It appears there are two or three options. If you scheduled something else for this weekend, please email coach Koontz ASAP.
Thursday, September 17
Weekend Weather Update
The entire Southeast has been drenched and many tournaments are being cancelled. There are no games for the Simmons team this weekend. SIMMONS TEAM PLAYERS ARE STRONGLY ENCOURAGED TO UTILIZE LESSONS FOR WHICH YOU ARE ELIGIBLE THIS WEEKEND! CALL TRAVIS AT 310-0180 OR JAMIE AT 321-2263 NOW. THERE IS NOT A PLAYER WHO WOULD NOT BENEFIT DRAMATICALLY FROM DOING SO!
The KOONTZ TEAM GAMES ARE STILL ON AS OF NOW. Both schools are very interested in players on all 5 teams involved and the coaches are going above and beyond the call of duty to try to make sure the games are played. Check the site every few hours on the status.
DO NOT CALL ABOUT THE SE GAMES CANCELLATION BEFORE CHECKING THE WEBSITE!!!!!!! ANY CANCELLATION NEWS WILL IMMEDIATELY BE POSTED.
Thursday, September 17
PRACTICES THURSDAY SEPTEMBER 17
Practices Thursday Sept 17
Koontz - AT&T - 6:00 p.m. Rain or Shine!
Simmons - RSA - 6:00 p.m. Rain or Shine!
Thursday, September 17
Directions to Jacksonville State & Samford University
Directions to Jacksonville State-From Chattanooga
Take I-24 West to I-59 to Gadsden. Exit in Gadsden for U.S. Hwy 431 South. Take 431 South through Gadsden to Highway 204. It will take you right by the baseball field.
Directions to Samford University-From Chattanooga
Take I-24 West to I-59 South toward Birmingham. Take exit 126A onto AL 3/US - 280 E/US 315. Go 4.9 miles to Lakeshore Drive and exit onto Lake Shore - School is .8 miles
Wednesday, September 16
Sunday - University of Alabama games CANCELLED
Sunday - University of Alabama games CANCELLED
The U of A coach called the Excell team we were to play and cancelled Sunday’s games. Coach Koontz has scrambled to try to find games but has been unable to find any yet. He is still trying. IF no games can be found, the schedule will expand a week to make up games. That would mean playing October 16 & 17 to make up for this weekend being off. Unfortunately, we are always at the mercy of the college coaches when using their fields and situations do arise which require them to cancel on short notice.
Wednesday, September 16
Simmons Team Practice - Wednesday, September 17
At LFO at 6:00 p.m. rain or shine. Will be indoors there if it rains.
Wednesday, September 16
Burke is Cubs Minor Leaguer of the Year!
Former Cyclone standout, Kyler Burke has been named the Chicago Cubs Minor League Player of the year. Kyler had a breakout season in low A ball hitting .303 with a league leading 43 doubles with 15 homers, 89 rbi and 93 runs. Kyler has persevered through some difficult times in his career previously and is to be highly commended for grinding through it. More importantly, he is a great person who deserves success like this. Congratulations to Kyler!
Wednesday, September 16
KOONTZ TEAM HITTING LEADER (10 games - 8 with wood)
KOONTZ TEAM HITTING LEADER (10 games - 8 with wood)
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Batting Average
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On-Base %
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Stephens - .538
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Stephens - .591
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Baugh - .444
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Coley - .500
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Allen- .355
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Baugh- .444
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Coley- .304
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Shugart- .419
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| Runs |
Stolen Bases |
| Shugart - 11 |
Quinn, Shugart - 4 |
| Stephens, Quinn, Allen, Baugh - 5 |
Cooper - 3 |
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| RBI |
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| Stephens - 14 |
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| Allen - 11 |
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| Coley - 6 |
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| Baugh - 5 |
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| Extra Base Hits |
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| Stephens - 5 |
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| Allen, Baugh - 4 |
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Wednesday, September 16
Pitching Stats - Koontz Team (10 games - 8 with wood)
Pitching Stats - Koontz Team (10 games - 8 with wood)
| Wins |
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| McWilliams - 2 |
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| Baugh, Brand, REynolds, Rose, Burke - 1 |
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| IP |
Strikeouts |
| Brand - 15 |
Rose - 12 |
| McWilliams - 11 2/3 |
Reynolds - 11 |
| Reynolds - 10 2/3 |
McWilliams - 10 |
| Rose - 10 |
Brand - 6 |
| E.R. A (3IP Min) |
K/BB Ratio |
| Allen - 0.00 |
Rose - 4/1 |
| Johnson - 0.00 |
McWilliams - 2.5/1 |
| Burke - 0.00 |
Brand - 1.5/1 |
| Reynolds - 0.66 |
Baugh - 1/1 |
Tuesday, September 15
Birmingham Rooms - Samford - Koontz Team
Birmingham Rooms - Samford - Koontz Team
For those wishing to drive over and stay in Birmingham on Saturday- please do it if you can afford it- the rest is important for them. Several schools have indicated they will be there Sunday. The Wingate Inn in Hoover (8 minutes from Samford and 3 minutes from Summitt Mall) has double non-smoking reserved at $75.65/night. The phone number is 205-995-8586. You must book on your card by noon on Wednesday, September 16 or rooms are released. Ask for Chattanooga Cyclones rooms.
Tuesday, September 15
Koontz Team Practice- Tuesday, September 15
KOONTZ TEAM PRACTICE
TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 15 AT 6:00 P.M. at AT&T FIELD
Monday, September 14
Cyclones at KSU
The Chattanooga Cyclones (K) (7-2-1) fall baseball team went 3-0-1 at the Southern Wood Bat Kennesaw State University Fall Classic this past weekend. The Cyclones defeated the previously unbeaten Reukdale. As 4-3 in 8 innings with Andrew McWilliams earning the win in relief or Cole Brand who hit as high as 90 mph on professional scouts’ radar guns. Zach Stephens drove in all 4 runs with 3 hits with Derek Shugart, Deandre Allen, Will Cooper and Taylor Dalton scoring the runs.
In a game two 4-4 time limit tie with Line Drive Baseball, Stephens had 2 hits, a run and rbi, Allen a rbi hit and Shugart a hit, 2 runs and rbi when Jacob Toney and Allen both pitched well.
The Cyclones (K) beat the Chattanooga Cyclones (S) team in game three by a score 5-1 with Matt Reynolds earning a win and Jeffrey Burke a save when Shugart, Allen and Stephens each had 2 hits, a run and rbi.
In a 11-1 win over Atlanta Sportstech, Alec Rose earned the win when Allen had 3 hits and 3 rbi, Will Stansell had 3 hits and 2 rbi, Jeffrey Burke 2 hits and 2 rbi and Randall Coley scored twice.
Friday, September 11
Tentative Koontz Schedule
Tentative Koontz Schedule
September 19 & 20
JACKSONVILLE STATE - SATURDAY
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10:00
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Madison Monarchs vs. Chattanooga Cyclones
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12:30
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Chattanooga Cyclones vs. Vipers Baseball
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SAMFORD UNIVERSITY - SUNDAY
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10:00
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Chattanooga Cyclones vs. Atlanta Stars
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12:30
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Excel Baseball vs. Chattanooga Cyclones
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All times are C.S.T
Thursday, September 10
REVISED FALL SCHEDULE - 2009
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DATES
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GAMES
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TOURNAMENT
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LOCATION
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TEAM
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AUG.28-30
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4
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SOUTHERN WOOD BAT TROY UNIVERSITY CLASSIC
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TROY, AL
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K & S
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SEPT.5
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2
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DH- MOTLOW ST- FRESHMEN
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TULLAHOMA, TN
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K
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SEPT.11-13
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4
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SOUTHERN WOOD BAT KSU CLASSIC
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KENNESAW,GA
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K&S
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SEPT.19
SEPT.20
SEPT.20
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2
2
2
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DH- JACKSONVILLE STATE
DH- SAMFORD UNIVERSITY
UNIVERSITY OF ALABAMA
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JACKSONVILLE, AL
BIRMINGHAM, AL
TUSCALOOSA, AL
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K
K
S
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SEPT.26-27
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4
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WEST GEORGIA COLLEGE
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CARROLTON, GA
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S
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OCT.3-4
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4
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AUSTIN PEAY FALL CLASSIC
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CLARKSVILLE, TN
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K & S
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OCT.9-11
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4
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SOUTHERN WOOD BAT FALL WORLD SERIES
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LEE,CLEV.ST.&AT&T(T)
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K & S
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OCT.16-18
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4
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WEST GEORGIA COLLEGE
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CARROLTON, GA
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K
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OCT.24
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2
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DH-CYCLONES(K) v. ROYALS SCOUT TEAM
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AT&T
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K
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OCT.31-NOV.1
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4
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CHARLESTON FALL CLASSIC
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CHARLESTON, SC
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K
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K - KOONTZ TEAM S - SIMMONS TEAM
Tennessee cancelled the tournament originally scheduled for October 17 & 18 as renovations they are making at the field will leave the field unplayable on this date.
Wednesday, September 9
Recruiting Update
Matthew Steele has expressed interest in a very large number of players as a result of last weekend, including juniors. Matthew's coach called Ole Miss, where he played, about two players.
Tuesday, September 8
Koontz Team Tuesday, 9/8/09
Practice has been moved to RSA due to rain.
Monday, September 7
Practice Week of September 7
Koontz - Tuesday 6PM - Cleveland State
Thursday 6PM - AT & T
Simmons - Wednesday 6PM - AT & T
Thursday 6PM - Cleveland State
Koontz team runs mile again Tuesday at Bradley Central at 5:45 - only those who did not make it last week or did not run it last week.
Simmons team runs mile Thursday at 5:45.
Monday, September 7
Cyclones Sweep DH
The Chattanooga Cyclones (K) improved to 4-2 this past weekend sweeping a Saturday doubleheader at Motlow State from the Motlow State freshman. In a game one 15-4 win Deandre Allen homered, doubled and singled twice driving in 6 runs, and Randall Coley and Garrett Baugh each had 4 hits with Coley driving in 3 and Baugh 2. Jeffrey Burke earned the win with 2 scoreless innings and Andrew McWilliams, Matt Reynolds and Ryan Johnson all pitched well.
In a game two 8-4 win Cole Brand earned the win and Alex Rose pitched 2 scoreless innings when Zack Stephens hit 3 consecutive homers driving in 4 and Taylor Dalton hit a solo homer as did Derek Shugart.
The Cyclones had 28 hits on the day with 8 homers swinging aluminum for the first time. The mental and physical adjustments the team made from week 1 were very impressive. Another week of the same type of improvement and continued adjustments is needed before we return to wood at KSU and get a 2nd crack at Rockdale.
Monday, September 7
Kennesaw Gate Coverage Schedule
Friday
4:15 - 6:45 George and David
6:45 - 8:45 Shawn Johnson
Saturday
8:45 - 11:00 Ken Stansell
11:00 - 1:15 Randy Coley
1:15 - 3:30 Jeff Zierenderg
3:30 - 5:45 Dana Evett
Sunday
8:45 - 11:00 Jamie Rowden
11:00 - 1:15 Vickie McKelvey
1:15 - 3:30 Perry Parris
3:30 - 5:45 George and David
Wednesday, September 2
KSU Hotel Information
KSU Hotel Info
A block of rooms have been reserved for Friday and Saturday night the 11th and 12th of September at the Wingate Inn off Barrett Parkway in Kennesaw. We have stayed here numerous times. Friendly staff, great hotel, good breakfast included at $95/night plus taxes. 3-5 minutes from the field and within walking distance of several restaurants of all types. The number is (770) 514-7344. Ask for the Chattanooga Cyclones block- you must give them your credit card information to reserve by 6:00 p.m. this Friday or rooms are released. There is a 72 hour advance cancellation policy due to the discounted rate.
Wednesday, September 2
Recruiting News and Updates
Recruiting News
Will Cooper continues to be recruited by a number of schools which have previously been listed. Deandre Allen is now being followed by Mississippi State, Southern Mississippi and Troy. Cole Brand has offers from Clemson, APSU, Auburn and others and interest from Southern Mississippi and others. Garrett Baugh has offers from APSU and Cleveland State and interest from Southern Mississippi and MTSU. We will only post verified, sincere interest. Others have had inquires but it is difficult to gauge the true level of interest yet. The information posted on this is not being supplied by the players for posting, although it is verified with the players.
Injury update time
Derek Shugart continues to recover from a mild concussion. Jake Leffew is to be evaluated today for a freak elbow injury which occurred while swinging a bat. Keep them in your prayers.
Mile Run
Koontz team will be at Bradley Central’s track at 5:50 p.m. on Thursday, September 3 for the mile. You can wear shorts to run the mile- obviously wear your running shoes. Simmons team will run the mile a week from Thursday. Required times are Koontz team -6:30 and Simmons -7:00
Thanks and Kudos to Parents
This group of parents has been awesome about gate coverage sign-ups. The other teams coaches and Troy coaches raved about how smoothly everything went this past weekend with the rain and that is due in part to our parents as well. We will have all gates but one at KSU, excluding the 2 that Coach Koontz and Coach Mead will cover. Kudos to this group of parents!
Lessons Usage
As a follow up to talks with both teams after Sunday’s games, the pitchers need to call Coach Tricoglou at 321-2263 for a lesson this week or weekend, certainly no later than next weekend. Coach Mead can only do lessons if you can provide a catcher. The hitters must call Coach Simmons, Coach Paris or Coach Koontz this week to set up a session either on Monday or at some time next week. This is what the included 3 sessions are for and everybody needs to utilize one now. They are available if the full fee has been paid.
Tuesday, September 1
FALL SOUTHERN WOOD BAT KENNESAW STATE TOURNAMENT
FALL SOUTHERN WOOD BAT KENNESAW STATE TOURNAMENT
Tuesday, September 1
KSU Gate Coverage
Please call Carolyn at 605-1225 beginning tomorrow about gate coverage at Troy. Those parents who have not done a gate yet, please call first.
Tuesday, September 1
Practice Schedule September 1-3
PRACTICE SCHEDULE SEPTEMBER 1-3
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DAY
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COACH
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LOCATION
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TIME
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Tuesday
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Koontz
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AT&T Field
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6:00 p.m
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Wednesday
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Simmons
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LFO
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6:00 p.m
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Thursday
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Koontz
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Cleveland State
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6:00 p.m
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Thursday
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Simmons
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RSA
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6:00 p.m
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Thursday, August 27
Thursday August 27, 2009- schedule
Koontz Team is still at AT&T at 6:00 P.M.
Simmons Team is now at RSA at 6:00 P.M.
Wednesday, August 26
Troy Schedule
SOUTHERN WOOD BAT FALL TROY INVITATIONAL TOURNAMENT
August 28-30, 2009
Friday
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7:00
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Wiregrass Cardinals
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v.
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Troy
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9:20
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Cyclones (K)
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v.
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Troy
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Saturday
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9:00
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Viper Baseball
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v.
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Heritage
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11:20
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Troy
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v.
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Cyclones (S)
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1:40
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Cyclones (K)
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v.
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Wiregrass Cardinals
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4:20
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Troy
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v.
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Viper Baseball
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6:40
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Heritage
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v.
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Cyclones (S)
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Sunday
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8:20
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Cyclones (S)
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v.
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Viper Baseball
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10:40
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Cyclones (K)
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v.
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Heritage
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1:00
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Cyclones (K)
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v.
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Viper Baseball
|
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3:20
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Wiregrass Cardinals
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v.
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Cyclones (S)
|
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5:40
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Wiregrass Cardinals
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v.
|
Heritage
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**ALL GAMES ARE CST
Monday, August 24
PRACTICE SCHEDULE -WEEK OF 8/24/09
TUESDAY- KOONTZ AT CLEVELAND STATE AT 6:00 P.M.
WEDNESDAY- SIMMONS AT LFO AT 6:00 P.M.
THURSDAY - KOONTZ AT AT&T AT 6:00 P.M.
SIMMONS AT CLEVELAND STATE AT 6:00 P.M.
ALL RETURNING PLAYERS- KEEP YOUR JERSEYS FROM THE SUMMER FROM YOUR TEAM- IF YOU HAVE JERSEYS FROM "PLAYING DOWN" AT PERFECT GAME PLEASE RETURN THEM AT PRACTICE ON TUESDAY!
Saturday, August 22
TROY GATE TIME CHANGES
PLEASE NOTE ALL GATE COVERAGE TIMES ON SATURDAY AT TROY HAVE BEEN MOVED UP 1 HOUR DUE TO GAME TIME CHANGES MADE AT THE REQUEST OF THE TROY COACHING STAFF.
Friday, August 21
Troy Gate Coverage
Friday
5:45 - 7:45 George and Travis
7:45 - 9:45 Wayne Robertson
Saturday
7:45 - 10:15 Donna Booker
10:15 - 12:30 Debbie Rose
12:30 - 2:45 Steve Spencer
2:45 - 5:00 Perry Parris
5:00 - 7:15 Beverly & Dan Stephens
Sunday
7:00 - 9:15 Dawn Hawkins
9:15 - 11:30 Janet & Howie McWilliams
11:30 - 1:45 David Fowlkes
1:45 - 4:00 Robin Laffew
4:00 - ? George and Travis
Thursday, August 20
12U Meeting- Saturday August 22 at RSA at 2:00 p.m.
Wednesday, August 19
Troy Schedule
SOUTHERN WOOD BAT FALL TROY INVITATIONAL TOURNAMENT
August 28-30, 2009
Friday
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7:00
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Wiregrass Cardinals
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v.
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Madison
|
|
9:20
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Cyclones (K)
|
v.
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Madison
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Saturday
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9:00
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Viper Baseball
|
v.
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Heritage
|
|
11:20
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Madison
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v.
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Cyclones (S)
|
|
2:00
|
Cyclones (K)
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v.
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Wiregrass Cardinals
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4:20
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Madison
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v.
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Viper Baseball
|
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6:40
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Heritage
|
v.
|
Cyclones (S)
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Sunday
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8:20
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Cyclones (S)
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v.
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Viper Baseball
|
|
10:40
|
Cyclones (K)
|
v.
|
Heritage
|
|
1:00
|
Cyclones (K)
|
v.
|
Viper Baseball
|
|
3:20
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Wiregrass Cardinals
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v.
|
Cyclones (S)
|
|
5:40
|
Wiregrass Cardinals
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v.
|
Heritage
|
**ALL GAMES ARE CST
Wednesday, August 19
Reminder- Practice on Thursday August 20
1. Koontz Team- AT&T at 6:00 p.m.
2. Simmons Team- Cleveland State at 6:00 p.m.
Wednesday, August 19
Watkins on Great Lakes All-Star Team
Harman Watkins was on the Great Lakes Summer Collegiate League All-Star team and was the only player in the All-Star game to have two hits.
Wednesday, August 19
Cooper Elected to Baylor Red Circle
Will Cooper was just elected to the Baylor Red Circle. The faculty picks the members who then are involved in various leadership activities at Baylor. Only 6 juniors were elected. Will is also on the Student Council and is in the National Honor Society.
Friday, August 7
Chase Smartt Is a National Champion!
Troy Coach Mark Smartt’s son, Chase, was on the 13U Dixie Youth World Series Champion Troy team which won the championship this past week. Chase is always around watching and hitting when we are at Troy. Congratulations to Chase and his proud parents!
Friday, August 7
Minor Gets $2.7 Million!
Former Cyclone Mike Minor signed with the Braves for $2.7 million. Congratulations to Mike!
Thursday, August 6
Tentative Fall 2009 Schedule
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DATES
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GAMES
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TOURNAMENT
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LOCATION
|
TEAM
|
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AUG.28-30
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4
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SOUTHERN WOOD BAT TROY UNIVERSITY CLASSIC
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TROY, AL
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K & S
|
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SEPT.5
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2
|
DH- MOTLOW ST- FRESHMEN
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TULLAHOMA, TN
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K
|
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SEPT.11-13
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4
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SOUTHERN WOOD BAT KSU CLASSIC
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KENNESAW,GA
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K&S
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SEPT.18
SEPT.19
SEPT.18-20
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2
2
4
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DH- JACKSONVILLE STATE
DH- SAMFORD UNIVERSITY
CLEVELAND STATE FALL CLASSIC
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JACKSONVILLE, AL
BIRMINGHAM, AL
CLEVELAND,TN
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K
K
S
|
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SEPT.26-27
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4
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WEST GEORGIA COLLEGE
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CARROLTON, GA
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S
|
|
OCT.3-4
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4
|
AUSTIN PEAY FALL CLASSIC
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CLARKSVILLE, TN
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K & S
|
|
OCT.9-11
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4
|
SOUTHERN WOOD BAT FALL WORLD SERIES
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LEE,CLEV.ST.&AT&T(T)
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K & S
|
|
OCT.16-18
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4
|
UNIVERSITY OF TENNESSEE
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KNOXVILLE, TN
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K
|
|
OCT.24
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2
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DH-CYCLONES(K) v. ROYALS SCOUT TEAM
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AT&T
|
K
|
|
OCT.31-NOV.1
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4
|
CHARLESTON FALL CLASSIC
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CHARLESTON, SC
|
K
|
Friday, August 7
Harper Is Engaged!
Jamie Harper is engaged! There is no date set, but he is off the market. Congratulations to Jamie and his fiancé!
Wednesday, August 5
Pro Cyclones Update
Wes Hodges has picked it up battling through an injury-filled year and is now hitting .264 with 16 doubles in 201 at bats in AAA. Matt Ray is hitting .222 in Low A with 7 stolen bases. Kyler Burke continues to have his best pro year hitting .291 with 35 doubles, 9 homers and 56 RBI in low A. Cory Gearrin has a 3.18 ERA and a 1.19 whip in AA. Everett Teaford is 3-5 with a 5.81 ERA in AA. Jason Davis is 0-8 with a 6.17 ERA in AAA. Mitchell Boggs is 6-4 with a 4.29 ERA in AAA. Danial Howard, who will coach this fall, is having a good year for the River City Rascals in Independent League Baseball.
Tuesday, August 4
WEBSITE UPGRADE UNDERWAY
Despite the protestations of Frank Burke that he did not want the website changed because it is so easy to access information, we have upgraded to Eteamz PLUS. A complete overhaul of the site will commence tomorrow. Schedules will now be listed under that column, rosters will be posted by team for the seasons and practice info will appear under the practice heading.
Tuesday, July 28
Fall Invitation Letters
Due to a heavy work load, most of the invitation letters have just gone out. Additional ones are still going out.
Monday, July 27
15U Uniform Return
The jersey and belts should be turned into Coach Tricoglou by Sunday, August 2, 2009 or to Coach Koontz at his office, RSA or home. When you turn them in, give them to a person who can acknowledge their receipt. Please do not give them to another player to return for you, if we don’t set them back we will be looking to the player who originally received them. We wish all of you the best of luck in the future.
Wednesday, July 22
16U PG Postscript
The Tri-State Arsenal was eliminated from the playoffs by the team which won the National Championship- the North Canes.
Monday, July 20
FINAL 16U STATS- All but 6 games with wood, all but 7 games against 18U teams
Pitching
Innings Pitched
Reynolds 23 1/3
Barton 22 2/3
Burke 20 1/3
Stott, Culver 18 1/3
Walker 17
Holmes 16 1/3
Misc. 15 2/3
E.R.A.
Burke 2.06
Walker 2.47
Culver 3.06
Barton 4.01
Reynolds 4.20
Holmes 5.57
Stott 6.87
Strikeouts
Barton 15
Burke, Reynolds 14
Culver 12
Holmes 10
Walker 7
Stott 2
K/BB Ratio (more than 52P)
Burke 1.4
Walker .77
Barton .75
Holmes .71
Culver .70
Reynolds .67
Stott .13
Hitting
B.A.
Burke .357
Quinn .333
Coley .317
Dematteo .306
Walker .286
Allen .275
Pendergrass .250
McKinney .242
Butts .217
Speicher .200
Potter .193
Strong .156
Holmes .125
Culver .056
Stott .000
OB%
Pendergrass .500
Allen .491
Quinn .469
Burke .455
Speicher .429
Dematteo .413
Potter, McKinney .390
Coley .378
Walker .351
Butts .321
Culver .309
Strong .290
Holmes .243
Stott .000
RBI
Quinn 13
Walker, Butts, Coley, Burke 11
Dematteo 10
Allen 7
Speicher, McKinney 4
Holmes, Culver 2
Stott, Strong 1
Runs
Walker 22
Quinn 13
Allen 12
Coley 10
Burke 7
Speicher 6
Pendergrass, Potter 5
Strong 3
Holmes 2
Culver, Barton 1
Stott 0
Extra-Base Hits
Walker 6
Quinn, Dematteo, Burke 5
Allen, Coley 4
Monday, July 20
16U- Uniform Return
All 16U jerseys and belts, as per the letter agreement, are due to be returned by July 26, 2009. It is the player’s responsibility to return them, not ours to chase you down. You may return them to Coach Koontz’s office, house, or RSA. They must be handed to a person who works at Coach Koontz’s office, Carolyn at the house or if returned to RSA to a person who works there or a coach. If you simply drop them off or give them to someone else to return and we don’t get them, the letter agreement applies as to your responsibility. Thanks.
Monday, July 20
16U World Wood Bat National Championship
The Chattanooga Cyclones 16U team went 3-2 in the 16U World Wood Bat National Championship involving 192 teams this past week in Marietta, Georgia. In game one, Jeffrey Burke pitched a shutout against the Bases Loaded Bombers from Alabama in an 8-0 win, when Mack Quinn had a double, triple and 4 rbi, Damien Dematteo and Deandre Allen each had a hit and 2 runs scored and Will Cooper a hit and rbi. In a game two loss to the Tri-State Arsenal, comprised of the top players from New York, New Jersey and Pennsylvania, Dillon McKinney had 2 hits and 2 rbi, Quinn a hit and two runs and Burke 2 hits and a run. The Cyclones beat the Orlando Scorpions 11-3 when Allen had 2 hits, 2 runs and 2 rbi, Burke 3 rbi and Cooper a hit, 2 runs and a rbi with Matt Reynolds pitching complete game. In a 3-0 loss to the East Cobb Patriots, Justin Walker had 2 hits. In a 16-2 thrashing of the Windward Braves, Dylan Culver earned the win when Randall Coley had 2 doubles, 2 runs and 3 rbi, Walker 2 hits, 3 runs and 3 rbi and McKinney and Evan Speicher a hit, 2 runs and a rbi each. The only other local 16U team in the tournament, the Chattanooga Cherokees, went 0-4-1 in their pool.
Monday, July 13
Fall Invitation Letters
Due to several rain outs which have inhibited final evaluation and a heavy schedule for some of the coaches, all the fall letters will not go out until next Monday.
Friday, July 10
Cyclones Organization Adds Softball
There will now be two Chattanooga Cyclones softball teams. The age groups will be 10 and 12 starting this fall. Lacey Swarthout, director of softball operations at RSA, will head up the Cyclones softball teams.
A joint fund raiser is in the works and will be announced soon.
Tuesday, July 7
East Cobb Braves Win Perfect Game
A team the Cyclones 18U beat 13-0 with wood the weekend before Perfect Game at Clemson, the East Cobb Braves, won the 18U Perfect Game by beating the Florida Bombers 11-10.
Thursday, July 2
Pro Update
Wes Hodges is hitting .275 at AAA Columbus after spending a lot of time on the DL. Matt Ray is hitting .222 at Low A Kone County. Cory Gearrin has a 2.45 E.R.A. in 13 appearances as the AA Mississippi Braves. Kyler Burke is hitting .277 with 28 doubles in Low A Peoria. Jason Davis has a 6.02 E.R.A in AAA Indianapolis. The Braves draft pick Mike Minor has not signed yet.
Monday, July 6
Cyclones 4-1 in Pool Play at World Wood Bat National Championship
The Chattanooga Cyclones 18U overcame a bad first game in pool play at the 18U World Wood Bat Championship involving 192 teams played in this past week Marietta, Georgia to tie for first place in their pool with a 4-1 record. Unfortunately, the 4-1 record only earned a 3 way tie for first and the Cyclones lost the tie breaker on least runs allowed, resulting in a team they beat, Senior Canes Baseball, advancing from the pool.
The Cyclones lost their opening game to the Pensacola Longhorns when Cameron Brewster had a RBI hit and run and Will Stansell had a RBI hit.
In a second game win over the #20 nationally ranked Burnett Black Sox from Texas, the Cyclones won 8-6 scoring 5 runs in the 7th inning. Cameron Brewster hit a 3 run homer, Dakota Price had 2 hits and a RBI, Grey Hutchinson 2 hits and 2 RBI, Ryan Casteel 2 hits, a run and a RBI, and Will Stensell 2 hits and a run. Ryan Johnson earned the win pitching in relief of Jamie Harper.
The Cyclones then beat the Wolves Baseball Club from Riverside, California 8-0 when Zane Leffew pitched a complete game and Derek Shugart had 2 hits, a run and a RBI, Hutchinson had 2 hits and 2 runs, Harper had a RBI double and a run and Will Cooper had a 2 RBI hit.
In a 4-2 win over the Senior Canes Baseball from Richmond, Virginia, Garrett Bough pitched a no-hitter when Shugart had 2 hits, a RBI and a run, Hutchinson had a RBI double, Harper had 3 hits and a run and Kyle Policastro had a RBI hit.
In a 8-0 win over New Level Baseball from Conyers, Georgia, Alec Rose pitched the shutout and Ryan Casteel hit a 400 foot plus 2-run homer and RBI single, Shugart had a 2 RBI double, Hindman had 2 hits and a run, Harper had 2 hits, Brandon Rader had 2 hits, 2 runs and 2 RBIs and Price had 3 runs.
The Cyclones are 21-5-1 on the year having played 12 teams ranked nationally and 3 teams composed mainly of rising sophomore college players. In the last 6 years the Cyclones have tied or won their pool outright 4 times at the WWB National Championship. During this 6 year span, the Cyclones 18U have won more total games at the Summer WWBat National Championship than any other Tennessee 18U team.
The Cyclones complete their season with a game against the Sunbelt College League leading Rochdale As on this coming Sunday at AT&T. The As feature two former Cyclones, outfielder Dylan Craig- the leading hitter in the Sunbelt League, and pitcher Tyler Henry, who is among the league leaders in ERA.
The Cyclones will hold tryouts at AT&T on Sunday, July 19th at 1:00 p.m. for fall and summer teams at multiple age groups.
Monday, July 6
Thanks to Our Parents
Thanks to all of our parents who volunteered this weekend, and over the summer, to cover gates. Special thanks are owed to the Speichers, Leffews, Reynolds, and Bookers who all covered several gates over the summer. There are several others who covered more than one gate or volunteered to do so. Thank you!
Thursday, July 2
Directions to AT&T and Park Rules
Directions to AT&T Field - Take I-75 North into Chattanooga. At I-75 and I-24 split take I-24 west into Chattanooga to Hwy 27 which splits to the right toward Red Bank and the Olgiatti Bridge. You will go about 2 miles on Highway 27 to 4th Street Exit. At end of Exit Ramp go to 1st traffic light and turn left. The field is on the top of the hill to the left. You can see it from Hwy 27.
There are special rules imposed on both teams and their parents by the owner of AT&T Field as a condition to our usage. The use of this beautiful facility is a privilege, not a right, so please respect that. The rules are as follows:
1) You may not park at the top of the hill by or in front of the stadium. You may let people out, but can not park there. ON the weekends there is amply parking at meters at the foot of the hill.
2) No cleats are allowed on any concrete at AT&T Field. The players must wear turfs except when on the field or in the dugout - this includes when chasing foul balls in the stands.
3) All parents and players must clean up their own trash - otherwise there is a clean up charge.
4) Absolutely no peanuts, sunflower seeds or gum in the stands or seeds in the dugouts. Again, this is to avoid a clean up charge.
5) Anyone violating the rules will be asked to leave.
6) Any team whose players or parents violate these rules can not utilize the facility again.
7) No coolers or ice are furnished.
8) No infield/outfield before games.
9) No access to the stadium until 1 hour before game time.
10) There are 2 cages- one behind the 3rd base dugout which is for the team assigned that dugout and one behind the left field wall for the team assigned the 1st base dugout.
Wednesday, July 1
Recruiting Update
Cole Brand has been offered by Clemson and Auburn has expressed serious interest, as have MTSU and Austin Peay. Tennessee Tech has expressed interest in Will Stansell. Will Cooper has drawn interest from North Carolina, Louisville, Tennessee, Duke, Wake Forrest, Mississippi State and Troy. Nolan Woody has drawn some interest from Duke.
Monday, June 29
Cyclones Go 3-1 at Clemson
The Chattanooga Cyclones 18U (17-3-1) went 3-1 at the invitation only South Carolina Diamond Devil’s Clemson Elite Invitational this past weekend. Cole Brand1-hit the nationally ranked #4 18U team in the country, the East Cobb Braves, in a 13-0 win when Derek Shugart homered, singled, had 3 rbi and 2 runs. Ryan Casteel tripled, singled and drove in 3 runs, Kyle Policastro had a double, triple and 2 rbi and Will Cooper 2 hits and 2 rbi.
In a 5-1 win over the New England Ruffnecks, Jamie Harper earned the win with relief help from Ryan Johnson when Grey Hutchinson had 2 hits and a rbi, Cooper a 2 rbi hit and Cameron Brewster and Brandon Rader each had a hit and run.
In a 6-1 loss to the Knoxville Thunder Hutchinson had 2 hits. The Cyclones also had a forfeit 7-0 win over the South Charlotte Panthers.
Monday, June 29
Cyclones 16U Finish Second
The Chattanooga Cyclones 16U finished second in the Southern Wood Bat 16U Troy University Invitational this past weekend with a 3-1 record. The Cyclones defeated the Andalusia Legion Post 1-0 in extra innings when T.J. Butt hit a 2 out walk-off single to drive in Ryan Potter. Dylan Culver earned the win pitching in relief of Gunter Barton who struck out 6 in 6 innings.
The Cyclones defeated the Collegiate A’s from Moultrie, Georgia 11-3 with Matt Reynolds earning the win and Hunter Holmes pitching in relief when Jeff Burke had 3 hits and a rbi, Justin Walker 2 hits, 2 runs and a rbi, Garth Pendergrass 2 hits, 2 runs and a rbi and Evan Speicher a hit and 2 runs.
Dylan Culver earned a second win pitching in relief of Justin Walker in a 7-5 win over the Cyclones 15U when Randall Coley had 2 hits, 3 rbi and a run, Mack Quinn 2 hits, a run and rbi and Culver a 2 rbi hit.
The Cyclones lost 9-4 to Line Drive Baseball, when Michael Holland had a rbi triple and run, and Holmes and Deandre Allen each drove in a run.
Thursday, June 25
Brandon Turner to Coach for Cyclones
Former Cyclone, High School All-American, College All-American and 12th round Florida Marlins draft pick Brandon Turner has decided to end his professional career to concentrate on his lifelong ambition of being a coach. He will help the Cyclones 18U and 16U for the rest of the summer and will coach for the Cyclones in the summer of 2010. He will be a great asset for the program and our players.
Thursday, June 25
Revised 16U Southern Wood Bat Invitational Schedule (June 26-28)
FRIDAY
| 5:00 |
WIREGRASS |
V |
ANDALUSIA POST |
| 7:30 |
CYCLONES16S |
V |
ANDALUSIA POST |
SATURDAY
| 9:20 |
LINE DRIVE |
V |
COLLEGIATE A=S |
| 11:40 |
CYCLONES15S |
V |
ANDALUSIA POST |
| 2:00 |
LINE DRIVE |
V |
ANDALUSIA POST |
| 4:20 |
CYCLONES16S |
V |
COLLEGIATE A=S |
| 6:40 |
CYCLONES15S |
V |
WIREGRASS |
SUNDAY
| 8:20 |
CYCLONES 16S |
V |
CYCLONES 15S |
| 10:40 |
COLLEGIATE A=S |
V |
WIREGRASS |
| 1:00 |
CYCLONES16S |
V |
LINE DRIVE |
| 3:20 |
COLLEGIATE A=S |
V |
CYCLONES15S |
| 5:40 |
WIREGRASS |
V |
LINE DRIVE |
1) HOME TEAM DECIDED BY COIN FLIP 2) TEAM LISTED 1ST TAKES 3rd BASE DUGOUT. 3) TEAM LISTED 1ST TAKES BP IN THE CAGES FROM AN HOUR 15 MINUTES BEFORE GAME TIME AND TEAM LISTED 2ND FROM 45 MINUTES BEFORE GAME TIME. 4) TEAMS EACH FURNISH UMPIRE WITH 3 NEW BALLS AT BEGINNING OF GAME AND ALTERNATE FURNISHING BALLS THEREAFTER AS NEEDED. TEAMS MUST SHAG BALLS ON THEIR SIDE. UMPIRES HAVE THE AUTHORITY TO FIRST WARN TEAMS WHO DO NOT SHAG BALLS TWICE AND THEN TO DECLARE A FORFEIT. 5) TEAMS MUST BE AT THEIR FIELD AT LEAST 45 MINUTES BEFORE THEIR ASSIGNED GAME TIME AS GAMES WILL START NO LATER THAN 25 MINUTES AFTER THE PRECEDING GAME ENDS. WITH WOOD BAT AND THE SLAUGHTER RULE GAMES OFTEN START AHEAD OF SCHEDULE. IF ANY TEAM IS NOT PRESENT AND READY TO PLAY AT LEAST 45 MINUTES BEFORE THE SCHEDULED GAME TIME AND THE UMPIRES ARE READY TO START THE GAME AT THAT TIME BECAUSE AN EARLIER GAME ENDED, THAT TEAM OR BOTH TEAMS IF NEITHER IS PRESENT, WILL FORFEIT THEIR GAME. IF, BUT ONLY IF, BOTH TEAMS ARE PRESENT AND AGREE TO START EARLIER THAN 45 MINUTES BEFORE GAME TIME, GAMES MAY START BEFORE 45 MINUTES BEFORE GAME TIME. 6) NO INFIELD-OUTFIELD BEFORE ANY GAMES. 7) 2 HOUR TIME LIMIT- IF WITHIN THE TIME LIMIT, PLAY EXTRA INNINGS UNTIL THE TIME LIMIT EXPIRES IF TEAMS TIED.
Thursday, June 25
Summer Payments
A few of you had payment plans. The balances are due by June 30, 2009
Thursday, June 25
July 4th Southern Wood Bat World Series Game Coverage
Please call Carolyn at 423-605-1225. We have 23 games to cover- last coverage of the summer! We need the 14U parents to help as well please.
Thursday, June 25
July 7- Lee Game- 14U & 15U
The 14U and 15 U will play two 5-inning games at Lee on July 7 starting at 5:30 p.m. The teams will use wood.
Thursday, June 25
Tricoglou- RSA Lessons
Coach Tricoglou intends to be available at RSA commencing August 1 for pitching lessons on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Sundays.
Thursday, June 25
Fall '09 and Summer '10 Tryouts
We will be holding tryouts for the fall teams and summer 2010 12U, 15U, 16U and 18U teams at 1:00 p.m. on July 19, 2009 at AT&T. Fee: $20. Current Cyclones do not need to tryout. Invitation letters for the fall teams will go out by July 10 and answers will be due by July 17, 2009. Those playing football will be required to commit to the option they choose from the posting on the website by that date. Those who decline fall invitations for a roster or practice spot will not have a summer 2010 slot secured. 14U players and some 15U players will be eligible for fall "practice player" spots if not invited to be roster players.
Wednesday, June 24
July 12 Games at AT&T
The July 12 games at AT&T will be between the Cyclones 18s versus the Sunbelt College league Rockdale As- who lead that league- followed by the 18s versus the 16s to help get the 16s ready for Perfect Game. That will conclude the 18U schedule. Game times will be 1:00 and 3:30.
Wednesday, June 24
18U Perfect Game Schedule
TUESDAY- 9:00 a.m.
East Cobb 1- Cyclones v. Pensacola Longhorns
WEDNESDAY- 2:00 p.m.
Blessed Trinity- Cyclones v. Burkburnett Blacksox
THURSDAY- 9:00 a.m.
Kell High School- Cyclones v. Wolves Baseball Club
FRIDAY- 2:00 p.m.
South Cobb High School- Cyclones v. Canes Senior Team
SATURDAY- 4:30 p.m.
Sprayberry High School- Cyclones v. New Level Training Cardinal
We get the very first game of the tournament on the "show dog" field- East Cobb 1! There should be a ton of scouts and coaches. This appears to be the best pool draw we have had in years, although the Blacksox are a very good team and three of these teams are "new" teams. The teams are from Florida, Texas, California, Virginia and Georgia
We suggest you get rooms on Monday night and/or Wednesday night, if you can. The drive down at 6:30-7:00 a.m. to beat Atlanta traffic wears on the players. As is our custom, we will post a poster daily of who needs to go down the next day. You are free and welcome to come every day whether on the roster or not, but you may not pay.
Directions to the fields are on the Perfect Game/World Wood Bat website.
Tuesday, June 23
July 4 Southern Summer Wood Bat World Series
Friday- Lee University
4:30 B.C. Bombers v. Cyclones (T)
Saturday
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Cleveland State- 18U
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Lee University- 16U
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9:30 Pro Concepts v. Copperheads
12:00 Pro Concepts v. Tenn. Bombers
2:30 Atl. Sportstech v. Tenn. Bombers
5:00 Cyclones (T) v. Ringgold Tigers
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9:00 Ringgold Tigers v. B.C. Bombers
11:30 GA Chiefs v. B.C. Bombers
2:00 Cyclones (T) v. Collegiate As
4:30 GA Chiefs v. Collegiate As
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AT&T
10:30 Atl. Sportstech v. Cyclones (K)
2:00 Copperheads v. Cyclones (K)
Sunday
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Cleveland State- 16U
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Lee University- 18U
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9:15 GA Chiefs v. Ringgold Tigers
11:45 Ringgold Tigers v. Collegiate As
2:15 B.C. Bombers v. Collegiate As
4:45 16U Championship Game
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9:00 Atl. Sportstech v. Copperheads
11:30 Atl. Sportstech v. Pro Concepts
2:00 Tenn. Bombers v. Copperheads
4:30 Cyclones (K) v. Pro Concepts
7:00 18U Championship Game
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AT&T
10:00 Tenn. Bombers v. Cyclones (K)
1:30 Cyclones (T) v. GA Chiefs
1) The team listed first takes the first base dugout and batting practice from 1:15 to 45 minutes before game time if only one cage and the second listed team takes the third base dugout and batting practice from 45 minutes to 15 minutes before game time. If two cages, one team per cage.
2) Teams each furnish the umpire with three (3) new balls at the beginning of the game and alternate furnishing balls thereafter as needed. Teams must shag balls on their side. Umpires have the authority to first warn teams who do not shag balls twice and then to declare forfeit. It simply isn’t fair for only one team to shag balls.
3) Teams must be at their field at least 45 minutes before their assigned game time, as games will start no later than 25 minutes after their preceding game ends. With Wood Bat rules, games often start ahead of schedule. If any team is not present and ready to play at least 45 minutes before the scheduled game time and the umpires are ready to start the game at that time because an earlier game ended, that team or both teams, if neither is present, will forfeit the game. We have never had to do this and do not want to do so, so please be at the field at least 45 minutes before your scheduled game time. If, but only if, both teams are present and agree to start earlier tan 45 minutes before game time, games may start earlier than 45 minutes before game time.
Tuesday, June 23
Clemson Schedule
Friday
Clemson 5:30- Cyclones v. E. Cobb Braves
Saturday
Furman 4:30- N.E. Ruffnecks v. Cyclones
Sunday
Furman 9:00- Knoxville Thunder v. Cyclones
Clemson 2:00- S. Charlotte Panthers v. Cyclones
We were one of only a handful of the 27 teams to get two games on Clemson’s field and all four on Clemson or Furman. John Rhodes did us right! Very tough schedule- three of these teams advanced from their pool at PG last year and two of them have either won or finished in the top four at PG more than once.
SPECIAL RULES AT CLEMSON
1) Park behind the press box lane in gate and enter through the main gate at Clemson- the left field gate is closed.
2) No coolers of any kind are allowed- water is provided in the dugout.
Monday, June 22
Cyclones 15U Wine Bradley County Summer Classic
The Chattanooga Cyclones 15U won the Bradley County Summer Classic played at Walker Valley High School this past weekend. The Cyclones defeated the Cleveland Cones 21-2 with Gary Price earning the win. The Cyclones lost to the Outlaws 13-2 in pool play and then beat the Bradley Bombers 13-0 with John Tipton pitching a two hitter.
The Cyclones then crushed the Knoxville Diamond Dawgs 13-1 when Cameron Colvard pitched a complete game and in the championship game win over the Cleveland Outlaws, Jake Leffew earned the win with relief help from Logan Longwith. Offensive stars for the tournament were John Tipton with five doubles, two homers and nine runs, Zach McKelvey with five doubles, two homers and eight runs, Kade McGlohan with six singles, a double and eight runs and Blaine Booker and Robert Parr each with four hits and six runs.
Monday, June 22
Cyclones Sweep Doubleheader
The Chattanooga Cyclones 18U (14-2-1) swept a Sunday doubleheader from the Clarkesville Orieles played at Tennessee Tech University on Sunday afternoon. In a 9-6 game one win, Ryan Johnson earned the win pitching in relief of Alec Rose and Connor Hamilton when Grey Hutchinson and Jamie Harper each had two hits, a run and RBI, Ryan Casteel had a three-run homer and Adam Hindman scored twice. In game two, the Cyclones won 9-7 with Jamie Harper earning the win pitching in relief of Zane Leffew when Derek Shugart had two triples, a run and RBI, Rose, Hindman, Will Cooper and Will Stensell each had a RBI hit, Chris Policastro a hit and run and Casteel two hits, three runs and 3 RBIs including a walk off homer.
Monday, June 22
16U Hitting Leaders
Batting Average
Burke- .385
Quinn- .346
Walker- .343
Dematteo- .317
OB%
Burke- .448
Potter- .444
Walker- .433
Dematteo- .400
Extra-Base-Hits
Burke- 5
Walker- 4
Quinn- 2
Runs
Walker- 12
Allen- 6
Quinn- 5
RBI
Quinn- 6
Dematteo- 5
Butt, Burke- 4
Monday, June 22
16U Pitching Leaders
E.R.A
Walker- 1.75
Burke- 3.00
Culver- 3.88
IP
Reynolds- 12 2/3
Walker, Stott- 12
Burke- 11 2/3
Holmes- 10
Barton- 9 2/3
Strikeouts
Reynolds, Burke- 8
Walker- 7
Culver, Holmes- 6
Monday, June 22
Troy Gate Coverage
We need gate coverage by 15U parents at Troy on Sunday. Please call Carolyn at 605-1225.
Wednesday, June 17
Troy Hotel Info- June 26-28- 16U and 15U
GREAT NEWS! There is a brand new Marriott that has opened with a full restaurant, bar, Starbucks and much more, even closer to the fields than the Hampton we have used in the past. We are getting a very special introductory rate of $84/night plus taxes for non-smoking doubles. I have heard great things about how great this hotel is. This is a special-special rate- you must call Dawn Railey at (334)714-0620 by this Friday at 6:00 p.m. to get rooms or the block will be released. If you choose not to stay there, the other options are: 1)Hampton Inn, (2) Comfort Inn, (3) Days Inn or (4) Holiday Inn Express.
Wednesday, June 17
Clemson 18U Room Info
Staying at same hotel as last year: Sleep Inn- (864)653-6000.
Rate: 69.99/ Double Bed - Must mention Cyclones and book on your credit card. Call fast- only 9 double rooms available. You must let Dylan know Thursday if a player needs a room. I have been told we will play Friday.
Tuesday, June 16
16U Pitching Leaders
WINS
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WALKER
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2
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HOLMES, STOTT, BURKE
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1
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IP
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WALKER
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12
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REYNOLDS
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10 2/3
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STOTT
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10
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STRIKEOUTS
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BURKE
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8
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WALKER, REYNOLDS
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7
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E.R.A.
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CULVER
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.91
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BURKE
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1.61
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WALKER
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1.75
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SAVES
Tuesday, June 16
16U Southern Wood Bat Troy Invitational Tournament- June 26-28
FRIDAY
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5:00
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WIREGRASS
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V
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MACON TIGERS
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7:30
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CYCLONES16S
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V
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MACON TIGERS
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SATURDAY
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9:20
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LINE DRIVE
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V
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COLLEGIATE A’S
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11:40
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CYCLONES15S
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V
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MACON TIGERS
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2:00
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LINE DRIVE
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V
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MACON TIGERS
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4:20
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CYCLONES16S
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V
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COLLEGIATE A’S
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6:40
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CYCLONE15S
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V
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WIREGRASS
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SUNDAY
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8:20
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COLLEGIATE A’S
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V
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CYCLONE15S
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10:40
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CYCLONES16S
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V
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WIREGRASS
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1:00
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CYCLONES16S
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V
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LINE DRIVE
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3:20
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COLLEGIATE A’S
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V
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CYCLONES15S
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5:40
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WIREGRASS
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V
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LINE DRIVE
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Tuesday, June 16
16U Hitting Leaders
BATTING AVERAGE
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J. BURKE
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.530
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D. DEMATTEO
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.400
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J. WALKER
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.384
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M. QUINN
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.381
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OB%
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J. BURKE
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.579
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D. DEMATTEO, SPEICHER
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.500
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WALKER
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.467
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POTTER
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.458
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RUNS
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J. WALKER
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9
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D. ALLEN
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6
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QUINN
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5
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POTTER
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4
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RBI
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QUINN
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6
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DEMATTEO
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5
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WALKER, BURKE
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4
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EXTRA BASE HITS
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BURKE
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5
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WALKER
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3
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QUINN, DEMATTEO
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2
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Monday, June 15
16U Update
The 16u had a good tournament in the 18u Cougar Cleveland State Classic going 3-1 in their pool tying for 1st place but losing on the least runs allowed which was the 2nd tie breaker. One of the teams the 16s beat, the Dalton Tigers, won the Silver Bracket Championship. The performance was especially impressive considering Jeffrey Burke, who is the leading hitter for average and has the 2nd best E.R.A. on the team, was not available this past weekend.
Monday, June 15
Troy Gate Coverage- Weekend June 26 - 28 (15U & 16U)
Please start calling Carolyn (605-1225)on Wednesday to help cover the 12 gates we will have there. The schedule should go up tomorrow. The teams will be very good. Hotel information up tomorrow as well. The players and coaches from each of our teams will have their own separate house. The cost will be about $14 per player per night. They need to bring a pillow, sheets and pillow covers. You can all eat in the cafeteria for breakfast and lunch - all you can eat - good food - for about $7 per player or parent.
You must pay for the rooms upon arrival.
Monday, June 15
Summer of 2010 - 18U & 16U Team Staffs
The summer of 2010 18u & 16u teams will be coached by Coaches Paris, Aaron Simmons, Coach Koontz, Travis Simmons and David Mead. Another coach will be added to this.
Monday, June 15
Fall Coaching Staff
There will be 2 fall teams. The Blue team which will be the generally older team will play a schedule similar to that in the past of 30-32 games and the Red team which will generally be younger play a more limited 18-22 game schedule. We will have 2-4 "practice players" per team as we did last year.
These 2 teams will be coached by Coaches Koontz, Paris, Travis Simmons, Aaron Simmons, David Mead and one other coach to be named. A tryout date for newcomers will be posted shortly.
Monday, June 15
Cyclones 18U at Tennessee Elite Invitational
The Cyclones 18U faced 3 nationally ranked teams this past weekend at the University of Tennessee Elite Invitational , In a 8-3 win over the East Cobb Astros, 17s Jamie Harper earned the win with relief help from Ryan Johnson. Harper hit as high as 93 mph on scouts radar guns. Dakota Price had 2 hits, 2 rbi and a run, Gray Hutchinson 2 hits, and 2 runs, Will Stansell had a hit and 2 runs, Ryan Casteel a rbi double and Derek Shugart a hit, and rbi.
In a 11-7 win over the Georgia Elite Cole Brand earned the win with relief help from Ryan Johnson when Price had 3 hits and 3 runs, Harper and Brewster each had 2 hits and a run, Ryan Casteel 4 hits, 3 runs and 3 rbi and Adam Hindman a 2 run homer, single and 2 runs. Brand hit as high as 90on scouts’ radar guns.
In a 6-3 oss to East Cobb Mets Ryan Casteel had a hit and 2 run homer and rbi single,Huthinson 2 hits and a run and Hindman had a hit and a run.
The Cyclones 18s are 12-2-1 on the year
Monday, June 15
Rules Enforcement
Over this past weekend an unfortunate and embarrassing set of events required enforcement of our rules regarding six the dismissal of 2 players from the team and other action. We regret that it was necessary , but our rules are clear that we will not tolerate parents making a scene at games or practices. It reflects adversely on everyone on the team when this happens. Coach Koontz has sent a letter of apology on behalf of the organization to the tournament directory . Please believe him when he says we are going to enforce the rules.
Thursday, June 11
LFO Building Usage
All of this should not have to be said, because 1) it is Common baseball sense and 2) we have previously told you. But, at LFO’s building : 1) NO CLEATS 2) NO SEEDS OR GUM 3) PICK UP THE BALLS YOU USE FOR HITTING! & 4) LEAVE THE BUILDING AS YOU FOUND IT!
Wednesday, June 10
RSA Softball Clinic
Please pass on to anyone you know who plays softball the information below on the RSA pitching camp.
Real Sports Academy Pitching Camp
RSA will be hosting a pitching camp at Warner Park - June 29-July 1 from 9am - 12pm. All ages 8 and up are invited to attend. Lacey Swarthout along with Brooke Loudermilk and former college pitcher Kyra Lee will be teaching you the fundamentals and intermediate skills, along with different pitches, speed drills to take your game to the next level! Call Lacey-(423)902-1727
Cost: $70.00 per camper
Make checks payable to: Real Sports Academy
PO Box 21754
Chattanooga, TN 37424
itching clinic.
Wednesday, June 10
Former Cyclones Minor is a #7 Pick Overall
Former Cyclone Mike Minor, who played during 1 summer season and 1 fall season, from Vandy was the # 7 pick overall yesterday in the MLB amateur draft.
Tuesday, June 9
16U Games at Tennessee Tech - June 20 at Noon C.S.T.
ON SATURDAY JUNE 20, 2009 WE ARE PLAYING A DOUBLEHEADER AGAINST THE KNOWVILLE STARS STARTING AT NOON, C.S.T.
Monday, June 8
Fromm Available for Pitching Lessons
If you can not get scheduled with Jamie, David or Ryan for lessons at RSA, please call Chad Fromm at 618-6478. Chad pitched for us, played at Belmont and Cleveland State and currently is considering several D-1 offers including Troy, Samford, Tennessee, Lipscomb, Lee and possibly Vandy depending on the draft.
Monday, June 8
Thanks to Troy Helpers
Thanks to all the parents who helped make the Troy tournament a huge success. The tournament ran exceptionally smoothly and the competition was as great as virtually all the games were competitive and of the 12 games 6 were decided by 1 run or resulted in ties.
Monday, June 8
Cyclones Second at Troy Southern Wood Bat Invitational
The Chattanooga Cyclones 18U (10-1-1) baseball team finished 2nd in the Troy University Southern Wood Bat Invitational this past weekend. In a game 1 extra inning 2-1win over the Wire Grass Cardinals 19U Jamie Harper earned the win pitching in relief of Alec Rose. Grey Hutchinson had 3 hits including a triple, Adam Hindman 2 hits and a run and Dakota Price a run. In a 6-2 loss to the 19U Dothan Post 12 team Harper and Price each a hit and run and Derek Shugart and Hindman a hit and rbi.
In a 8-0 win over the Georgia Eagles Will Cooper had hit a and run, Price scored 3 times, and Hutchinson had a hit and 2 rbi. Zane Leffew earned the win on the mound.
In a 1-1 extra innings time limit tie with the Tennessee Copperheads Harper, Connor Hamilton and Cameron Brewster all pitched well, Will Stansell doubled, Price doubled and scored and Hutchinson had 2 hits and a rbi.
Monday, June 8
Summer School Team Conflicts
No one is to miss any Cyclone practices or games for summer school practices or games. Obviously, you can attend 1 round of tryouts for your high school team. There are a multitude of reasons for this policy, but space and time do not allow a full listing. We do not want you to miss practices or games. If you pitch for us and pitch at a school game we will not have you back. We can’t keep your arm healthy if you are pitching bullpens and games for 2 teams simultaneously. If you want to attend high school practices or games on days we don’t practice or play and you play a position, that is up to you. If you practice and /or play with your school team and your performance suffers as a result of fatigue and your playing time decreases with us, that is a decision you have made. If you can do it and maintain your performance level we have no problem in you playing or practicing with you school team subject to the parameters set out above. During our season, we expect you to execute situations offensively and defensively our way. During school ball you obviously need to do it your school coaches way if turns a difference. We have talked to some of the high school coaches and have reached an accord with those we have spoken with. If issues arise in the future, we wanted everyone to fully understand what our policy is.
Thursday, June 4
Craig is a Freshman All-American
Belmont’s Dylan Craig has been named a 2009 Louisville Slugger All-American by Collegiate Baseball. Dylan was previously named Atlantic-Sun Freshman of the Year and to the 2009 Atlantic Sun All-Tournament Team. He led the A-Sun Conference with 92 hits and in triples with 9. He had a 26 game hitting streak as well.
Dylan was at 18u practice on Tuesday and put on an impressive hitting display with wood at Cleveland State spraying laser like line drives to all fields and dropping several bombs with wood. He was the most impressive across the board tools of any player ever to wear a Cyclones uniform, a passion for the game and a tremendous work ethic. If he stays healthy and no one messes with his swing, he should be a top 2 round draft pick in 2 years.
Dylan’s emergence as one of the top players in the country can serve as a lesson to those who come behind him. The Cyclones’ coaches saw something special in Dylan 5 years ago. Even though he didn’t start as a sophomore at Baylor, this website predicted at the time that he would one day be a college All-American and ultimately a top round draft pick. Some people outside the organization scoffed t these predictions. Young players with tools who are willing to work hard and take instruction often surpass those who mature early and excel at younger age groups or early in high school. Everyone should keep this in mind and take it to heart.
Monday, June 1
Individual Sessions
Players need to use their sessions. It is mandatory that the 16U use at least one this week. Call Travis (310-0180), David (316-3649) or Ryan Vinson (834-0917). For the 14U and 15U, call Trey Hicks(488-7317), Beau Wells (706-618-1564) or Jamie (321-2263). If you do not get a return call within 12 hours, schedule with another person on the list. Travis will be doing lessons on Monday, Thursday and during the day on Friday. David will be doing them on Friday through Sunday. 14U pitchers must get with either Jamie, Ryan, or David this week!
Monday, June 1
18U and 16U Update
The Cyclones 18U team continues to be one of the very best groups of hitters we have ever had on one team. The names may not be as big yet, but this group rivals the 2004-2006 teams that had Kyle Burke, Blake McDade, Brandon Turner, Myles Ervin, Ryan Jones, etc. because the "bottom" of the lineup is stronger than it was on those teams and the bench is stronger.
Several of the 16s are stepping up their game and proving they deserve to fill open slots for the 18U group in the fall. Three pitchers have already established they can step up to that team and so have three position players. The 16s were in every game and Wednesday and wereonly about two big hits and two defensive plays away from being 3-1 this weekend against good 18U competition.
Monday, June 1
Cyclones 18U Win KSU Southern Wood Bat Invitational
CYCLONES 18U WIN KSU SOUTHERN WOOD BAT INVITATIONAL
The Chattanooga Cyclones 18U team (8-0) won the Kennesaw State University Southern Wood Bat Invitational this past weekend. In a game one 3-1 win over the East Cobb Patriots, Zane Leffew. earned the win and Ryan Johnson a save when Dakota Price had two hits, Adam Hindman tripled and scored once and Grey Hutchinson, Will Stansell and Jamie Harper each had RBIs.
The Cyclones 18s beat the Cyclones 16s 5-2, with Dakota Price earning the win and Cameron Brewster a save. Kyle Policastro had two hits and three RBIs, Ryan Casteel a hit and run, Hindman a hit and two runs and Grey Hutchinson two hits, two RBIs and a run.
Cole Brand earned the win in an 8-0 run rule victory over Line Drive Basball when Price had three hits, two runs and a stolen base, Derek Shugart had a hit, run and RBI, Casteel had two hits and two RBIs, Brandon Rader a two RBI hit and Stansell a hit, run and RBI.
Alec Rose earned the win in an 8-0 run rule win over Atlanta Sportstech when Shugart had two hits, two runs and a RBI, Brewster had two hits, two runs, and three RBIs and Will Cooper a hit and two runs.
Wednesday, May 27
Hutchinson Keeps Cyclones' Awards Coming
Valdosta State signee and 5 year Cyclone Gray Hutchinson was named All-Region, All-State and was Georgia AA Player of the year runner-up. Congratulations to Gray!
Wednesday, May 27
Collegiate Update
Fantastic frosh Dylan Craig set the school record for hits in a season at Belmont doubling for his 89th hit in an A-Sun conference tournament win over Mercer then singled to drive in a run in his next at bat. Craig then had 2 hits and 2 runs when Belmont was eliminated by Jacksonville. Craig finished his freshman campaign with an eye-popping .397 batting average, 14 doubles, 9 triples, 2 homers, 48 runs and 34 rbi with 9 stolen bases. That should earn him freshman All-American honors. Belmont senior Logan Simmons finished the year with a team leading 4.63 ERA in 561/3 IP. Logan was converted to pitching in the fall of his senior year by Coach Koontz and had a fine college career first at Carson-Newman where he was in the top 5 in ERA in Division II his sophomore year and then his last 2 years at Belmont. ETSU’s Jacob Fabry had a hit and rbi in an A-Sun tourney loss to Jacksonville . Lipscomb Senior Charles Williams pitched a scoreless 1/3 IP. Williams threw 50 2/3 IP in his senior year. Jacob Fabry of ETSU finished the year at .316 with 40 runs, 28 rbi and 24sb. Austin-Peay freshman ss John Clinard joined former teammate Dylan Craig as Cyclones who were named to their Conference All-Freshman team when he was named for the OVC.
Tuesday, May 26
Cyclones 18U Are Champions
The Chattanooga Cyclones 18u team won the seventh annual Southern Wood Bat 18u Invitational played at Lee University and Cleveland State. The Cyclones 18u first defeated the Cyclones 16u 1-0 with Alec Rose earning the win and Ryan Johnson a save. Ryan Casteel doubled to drive in Will Cooper with the only run. Zane Leffew was the winning pitcher throwing a complete game 8-1 win over the Tennessee Copperheads when Derek Shugart had 3 hits, 2 runs and a rbi and Ryan Casteel, Adam Hindman and Will Stansell had 2 hits, a run and rbi.
The Cyclones 18u defeated The Buzz 11-4 with Brandon Radar earning the win with relief help from Johnson. Against the Buzz Hindman had 3 hits and 2 runs . Nolan Woody had 2 hits, a run and rbi and 7 other players had 1 hit.
In the championship game between the only two previously undefeated 19u teams, the Cyclones beat the East Cobb Indians 5-4. Cole Brand threw 6 scoreless innings yielding only 2 hits but Dakota Price earned the win after the first reliever yielded 4 runs in the 7th inning. Cameron Brewster had 3 hits and a run and Jamie Harper and Hindman had 2 hits and 1 rbi a piece.
Among the other local teams participating in the 18u division the Chattanooga Baseball Club and Cyclones 16s went 1-2 and the Buzz 0-3-1. The 16u division had won by the Tennessee Copperheads who defeated the Macon Tigers 2-0 to win the title.
Wednesday, May 20
Memorial Weekend Gate Coverage
MEMORIAL WEEKEND GATE COVERAGE
THURSDAY - 5/21
LEE UNIVERSITY
4:45 - 7:00 LONGWITHS
FRIDAY - 5/22
LEE UNIVERSITY
4:45 - 7:00 WAYNE ROBERTSON
7:00 - 9:00 CHRIS CRIMMINS
SATURDAY - 5/23
CLEVELAND STATE
7:00 - 9:30 SHERRY SPEICHER
9:30 - 12:00 BETH BRYD
12:00 - 2:30 DONNA MORRISEY
2:30 - 5:00 BONITA PARR
5:00 - 7:00 ELAINE POLICASTRO
LEE UNIVERSITY
7:45 - 10:00 PHIL REYNOLDS
10:00 - 12:15 DONNA & MIKE BOOKER
12:15 - 2:30 VINCE BROWN
2:30 - 4:45 GARY DUPREE
4:45 - 7:00 DANETTE AUGER
SUNDAY - 5/24
CLEVELAND STATE
7:00 - 9:15 TONYA WILKIE & PAULA REESE
9:15 - 11:30 SCOTT WILLIAMSON
11:30 - 1:45 JIM FOWLER
1:45 - 4:00 KIM COLVARD
4:00 - 6:15 MICHAEL HOLLAND
LEE UNIVERSITY
7:45 - 10:00 ROBIN LEFFEW
10:00 - 12:15 MARY TOLLEY
12:15 - 2:30 LISA & GIL BREWSTER
2:30 - 4:45 TIM RADAR
4:45 - 7:00 TRACY & BRUCE PENDERGRASS
7:00 - 8:15 CATHY POTTER
MONDAY - 5/25
LEE UNIVERSITY
8:45 - 11:00 JANET KIRBY
11:00 - 1:15 VICKIE MCKELVEY
IT IS IMPERATIVE THAT YOU BE AT THE GATE AT THE ASSIGNED TIME - ESPECIALLY THE FIRST GATE EACH DAY. THIS GROUP OF PARENTS ARE TO BE COMMENDED FOR THEIR RAPID SIGN UP! THANK ALL OF YOU FOR YOUR HELP!
Tuesday, May 19
College Update
Belmont’s Dylan Craig had 2 hits and a rbi in a game 2 loss to Mercer when Logan Simmons had 8 IP yielding only 3 earned runs and Craig had a hit and sb in a game 3 loss. Troy’s Jeff Green threw a scoreless IP against KSU in a Trojan win. MTSU’s Blake McDade had 4 hits, 4 rbi and 4 run in the first 2 games in the spring with West Kentucky. Wofford’s Josh McKinney had 2 hits, 2 runs and 3 rbi in the first 2 losses to Georgia Southern when Jonathon King had a hit and run for the Eagles in game 2.
ETSU’s Jacob Fabry had 3 hits, 3 runs and 3 sb in the Lipscomb series when Charles Williams pitched 5 innings yielding only 1 earned run for Lipscomb in game 3. APSU’s Jon Clinard had a hit and run in a win over Lipscomb when Charles Williams pitched a scoreless inning. In the weekend series with Murray State Clinard had 2 hits, 2 runs, 2sb and a rbi. Clinard ended his freshman year starting 41 games, hitting .287 with 22 stolen bases, 27 runs, 21 rbi and a .348 ob%.
Tuesday, May 19
A Tough Lesson to Learn
In our organization, we preach about pitch counts and proper rest. We live by certain rules in this regard. We always caution our pitchers not to let themselves be abused when playing in the spring. Because of this, we have a remarkable record over the last 15 years of our pitchers having an astoundingly low percentage of significant arm problems.
Unfortunately, we have no control over what happens during the spring. Despite the fact that some coaches know they don’t have enough pitchers to schedule 35-36 games in the spring, they do it anyway and then try to get their pitchers to throw massive pitch counts or continually pitch on short rest. One of our pitcher’s recent injuries this spring highlights why you must heed our warnings about overuse or suffer the consequences.
This pro prospect was pitched 170 pitches in a meaningless midweek game, then thrown 4 innings on 3 days rest, then 2 more innings on 2 days rest and then 4 innings on 3 days rest. The result: a torn labrum, upcoming surgery and a year before he can have any chance of pitching at 100% again.
The coach has since been fired for issues mostly unrelated to this situation. He should never be allowed to coach again at any level.
On many, many occasions over the years we have shut pitchers down at their pitch count despite their protestations they want to continue to throw, or have refused to allow pitchers who want to throw on short rest in "important games," even championships, because of it. Why? Because no championship or game is worth endangering the health of one of our pitchers. There are no "situational ethics" involved for us, nor should there be for any one else.
At some point, players and parents have to be willing to "just say no" when someone wants to abuse a pitcher. Would you let someone purposefully twist your arm or your son’s arm until a rotator cuff or labrum injury occurred? Really, there is no difference in that and letting a 16-18 year old throw 170 pitches in a game and/or that total within 4 day time period.
Coaches bear the responsibility for putting players in harms way because the player does not want to let his teammates down or be a "wuss", but at some point you have to care enough about yourself or your son to "just say no". Otherwise, look forward to surgery and the possible end of a pitching career.
This is not an indictment of all local high school coaches. There are many local high school coaches who take care of their pitchers by utilizing at least some degree of rest and pitch counts. This is merely a warning for those who are unlucky enough to end up with a coach who doesn’t.
Friday, May 15
Craig Breaks School Record As He Is "En Fuego" Again
Belmont’s Dylan Craig had a single, his ninth triple of the year of the year, a run and 2 rbi in a win over UTM when Ty Nelson had a rbi hit for UTM and then in the 2nd game win he had 2 hits and a rbi. The triple set a school record and leads the A-Sun conference. In a game 1 loss Craig had 3 hits against Mercer. In his drive for Freshman All American Craig, he is hitting - .397 with 12 doubles, 9 triples, 2 homers, 43 runs, 32 rbi and 8sb.
Friday, May 15
RSA Lessons- Cyclones
We strongly encourage all of our players to do at least 4 weeks, and hopefully 6, this summer with Will Blowe to strengthen your core and improve your agility and quickness. All of our players who have worked with Will Blowe have had dramatic results. Some examples are Will Cooper, Will Stansell, Brandon Rader and Kevin Dupree. Coach Tricoglou has started a new job and will be unavailable for lessons for a while. In the meantime, you are encouraged to utilize your pitching lessons with Ryan Vinson, David Mead or Coach Koontz. Your hitting lessons should be with Coach Paris, Coach Simmons or Coach Wells. The phone numbers are as follows:
Ryan Vinson - 834-0917
David Mead - 316-3649
Coach Koontz - 309-4995
Coach Paris - 605-1863
Coach Simmons - 310-0180
Coach Wells - (706) 618-1564
Wil Blowe - 598-9788
Friday, May 15
Howard in Indy Ball
Daniel Howard has been picked up by the Frontier League’s River City Rascals.
Friday, May 15
Cyclones Step Up in Playoffs
Christian Heritage’s Gray Hutchinson had a monster first round of the playoffs going 6 for 8 with 3 homers and 6 walks as his team advanced for the first time in school history. Cleveland’s Derek Shugart drove in the winning run in the regional semi-final and Cameron Brewster earned the win pitching in relief as Cleveland beat Ooltewah. Shugart stepped up big defensively in the region championship win over McMinn, when Brandon Rader earned a save and Cameron "Brew-Crew" Brewster had a big rbi single.
Friday, May 15
URGENT-14U Schedule Change
14U DO NOT PLAY FRIDAY, MAY 15 NOW. FIRST GAME IS AT 2:15 SATURDAY, MAY 16 AT JACK MATTOX.
Monday, May 11
Pro Update
Unfortunately, Adam Howard was released recently by the Diamondbacks. He has been picked up by an independent team though. Matthew Boggs is pitching in the big leagues for the Cardinals and has performed well in 2 starts. Wes Hodges is starting to heat up in AAA Columbus. After an atypical slow start Wes is up to .262 with 6 doubles and 9 rbi. Brandon Turner is off to a great start at Greensboro hitting .319 2 homers and 9 rbi in 15 games in Lo A. Matt Ray is hitting .243 with a double, homer and triple with 13 runs and 3 stolen bases in Lo A Kane County. Cory Gearrin is throwing exceptionally well at Hi A Myrtle Beach with a .82 E.R.A. in 11 IP with 13 strikeouts and 1 walk. Everett Teaford is 2-1 with a 4.43 E.R.A. at Hi A Wilmington. Kyler Burke is off to a good start at Lo A Peoria hitting .284 with 10 doubles, 2 homers and 11 rbi. Jason Davis is 0-3 at AAA Indianapolis with a 10.00 E.R.A.
Thursday, May 7
College Update
Belmont’s Dylan Craig had a rbi hit in a game 1 loss to Vanderbilt when Logan Simmons threw 1 1/3 scoreless IP and had 2 of Belmont’s 5 hits in a game 2 loss to the Commodores. Dylan leads the Bruins in hitting at .390, and has 8 triples, 12 doubles, 2 homers, 40 runs and 30 rbi with 8 stolen bases. Cleveland State’s Andrew Root had 2 hits and a rbi and Adam Hindman a hit and run and Chad Fromm improved to 8-0 on the year with 2 1/3 scoreless IP in a win over Chattanooga State in the TJCCA tournament. Zach Debord had 2 hits and 2 rbi for Chattanooga State. The Cougars then beat Jackson State in their 2nd tournament game 3-2 when Root scored a run.
Tuesday, May 5
McGinnis and Watkins All-Academic SAC Team.
Berry’s Harman Watkins and Gavin McGinnis were named to the All-SAC Academic team.
Tuesday, May 5
Lee's Moore and Mason Are All-Conference
Lee’s Tanner Moore was named 1st team All-SSAC and Dave Mason 2nd team All-SSAC. Moore was also named to the Golden Glove team at 3rd base.
Tuesday, May 5
College Update
Lee’s Tanner Moore had 3 hits and 3 runs and Dave Mason earned the win to improve to 9-3 on the year in a SSAC tournament elimination game against Brewton-Parker. Berry’s’s Harmon Watkins had 4 hits, 2 runs and a rbi and Gavin McGinnis had 2 rbi pinch hit in a win over Rheinhardt in an elimination game in SSAC tourney play. MTSU’s Blake McDade had 2 hits in a loss it Troy in game 1 of the series.
ETSU’s Jacob Fabry had a hit and run in a loss to Florida Gulfcoast. Vandy’s Mike Minor pitched 5 2/3 IP against South Carolina is a loss. MTSU’s Blake McDade had 2 hits and a rbi in a win over Troy when Jeff Green threw 4 2/3 IP giving up only 2 runs for Troy. Georgia Southern’s Jonathon King had a hit in a win over Furman. Belmont’s Dylan Craig had 2 hits and a run in a loss to Lipscomb when Logan Simmons pitched 2/3 of inning without a hit or run. Berry’s Harmon Watkins had 2 hits, 2 rbi and a rbi pinch hit an Gavin McGinnis a run in a win over AVM in the SSAC tourney and then in a win over Southern Poly to force a championship game against previously undefeated Southern Poly. Watkins had 3 hits, a run and rbi. Belmont’s Dylan Craig had 3 hits in a Sunday win over Lipscomb when Charles Williams took the loss.
ETSU’s Jacob Fabry had a hit and run in a loss to FGC. Austin-Peay’s Jon Clinard continued a fine freshman season with 3 hits, a run, rbi and his 20th stolen base of the year in a win over Tennessee-Martin when Ty Nelson had 3 hits for UTM with 2 runs. In a game 2 win for the Governors Clinard had 2 more hits and a run. Wofford’s Josh McKinney had a hit in a loss to Elon. Lee’s Tanner Moore tripled and scored in a SSAC elimination loss to Southern Poly. MTSU’s Blake McDade hit his 6th homer of the year driving 2 in a Sunday loss to Troy.
Lee’s Tanner Moore had 3 hits and 3 runs and Dave Mason earned the win to improve to 9-3 on the year in a SSAC tournament elimination game against Brewton-Parker. Berry’s’s Harmon Watkins had 4 hits, 2 runs and a rbi and Gavin McGinnis had 2 rbi pinch hit in a win over Rheinhardt in an elimination game in SSAC tourney play. MTSU’s Blake McDade had 2 hits in a loss it Troy in game 1 of the series.
ETSU’s Jacob Fabry had a hit and run in a loss to Florida Gulfcoast. Vandy’s Mike Minor pitched 5 2/3 IP against South Carolina is a loss. MTSU’s Blake McDade had 2 hits and a rbi in a win over Troy when Jeff Green threw 4 2/3 IP giving up only 2 runs for Troy. Georgia Southern’s Jonathon King had a hit in a win over Furman. Belmont’s Dylan Craig had 2 hits and a run in a loss to Lipscomb when Logan Simmons pitched 2/3 of inning without a hit or run. Berry’s Harmon Watkins had 2 hits, 2 rbi and a rbi pinch hit an Gavin McGinnis a run in a win over AVM in the SSAC tourney and then in a win over Southern Poly to force a championship game against previously undefeated Southern Poly. Watkins had 3 hits, a run and rbi. Belmont’s Dylan Craig had 3 hits in a Sunday win over Lipscomb when Charles Williams took the loss.
ETSU’s Jacob Fabry had a hit and run in a loss to FGC. Austin-Peay’s Jon Clinard continued a fine freshman season with 3 hits, a run, rbi and his 20th stolen base of the year in a win over Tennessee-Martin when Ty Nelson had 3 hits for UTM with 2 runs. In a game 2 win for the Governors Clinard had 2 more hits and a run. Wofford’s Josh McKinney had a hit in a loss to Elon. Lee’s Tanner Moore tripled and scored in a SSAC elimination loss to Southern Poly. MTSU’s Blake McDade hit his 6th homer of the year driving 2 in a Sunday loss to Troy.
Monday, May 4
High School Update
16U Cyclone Justin Walker of LFO out dueled the much acclaimed East Cobb product Matt Crownover of Ringgold on Tuesday night in a 4-1 win. Justin also had 2 hits and 2 stolen bases including a steal of home.
Monday, May 4
High School Update
16U Cyclone Justin Walker of LFO out dueled the much acclaimed East Cobb product Matt Crownover of Ringgold on Tuesday night in a 4-1 win. Justin also had 2 hits and 2 stolen bases including a steal of home.
Monday, May 4
Summer 2009 Coaching Line-Up
18U-DYLAN PARIS 7 AARON SIMMONS - 605-1863
16U-GEORGE KOONTZ, TRAVIS SIMMONS & DAVID MEAD -309-4995
15U-JAMIE TRICOUGLOU & BEAU WELLS 321-2263
14U-TREY HICKS & STEVEN BROWN 488-7317
HEAD COACH LISTED FIRST-HEAD COACH PHONE LISTED
Monday, May 4
Spangler to Graduate from Medical School
Former Cyclone Jason Spangler graduates form medical school this year. Jason had 1 B in undergraduate school with the rest all being A’a. Congratulations, Jason!
Monday, May 4
Blake Carver Accepted to UT Pharmacy School
Former Cyclone Blake Carver was recently accepted to Pharmacy at U.T. Blake, who had the best single season any Cyclone has ever had on the mound and who signed with Georgia out of high school had his career ended by a series of injuries in college. Congratulations, Blake!
Monday, May 4
Spike Face Is a Viking!
Ethan "Spike Face" Speicher has committed to continue his education and baseball career at Berry University. Berry won the SSAC conference this season in NAIA baseball. Ethan will be coached by one of the better pitching coaches in the country at any level, Josh Hopper, while at Berry. Congratulations, Ethan!
Monday, May 4
Revised 2009 Cyclones 15U Schedule
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DATES
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# GAMES
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TOURNAMENT
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LOCATION
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OPPONENT
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MAY 22-25
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4
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16U MEMORIAL SOUTHERN WOOD BAT
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LEE UNIVERSITY&7 CLEVELAND STATE
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SELECT TEAMS
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MAY 28-31
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4
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16U CLEVELAND STATE
COUGAR CLASSIC
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LEE UNIVERSITY&7 CLEVELAND STATE
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SELECT TEAMS
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JUNE 5-7
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4
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15U CLEVELAND STATE
COUGAR CLASSIC
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LEE UNIVERSITY&7 CLEVELAND STATE
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SELECT TEAMS
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JUNE 12-14
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OFF
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JUNE 19-21
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TBA
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JUNE 23
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2
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16S AND 14S
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AT&T OR LEE
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JUNE 26-28
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4
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TROY UNIVERSITY SOUTHERN WOOD BAT
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TROY, AL
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SELECT TEAMS
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JULY 1-5
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5
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16U SOUTHERN WOOD BAT SERIES
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CLEVELAND STATE, LEE AND AT&T
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SELECT TEAMS
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JULY 7
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DH
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CYCLONES VS. 14S
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AT&T OR LEE
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JULY 10-12
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OFF
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JULY 19
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DH
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CYCLONES VS. 16S
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AT&T OR LEE
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JULY 21-26
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6
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PERFECT GAME
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MARIETTA,GA
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ELITE TEAMS
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Tuesday, April 28
High School Update
Cleveland’s Cameron Brewster had 2 homers against Lookout Valley and was 3 for 3 against Coalfield with 2 singles and his 12th double of the season. Brandon Rader also homered against Lookout Valley. Baylor’s John Tipton earned a win against Ooltewah when Will Cooper had 2 hits. Cooper is hitting over .450 from the left side. Jeff Burke pitched well in the Ooltewah game starting and yielding only 3 eared runs over 6 IP. Walker Valley’s Connor Hamilton continued to swing a hot bat as homered, singled and drove in 4 and Jaime Harper had 2 hits in a win over Polk County. Meigs County’s Dillon McKinney had 2 hits and 3 rbi and Dakota McGinnis 2 hits and a run in a loss to Hixson.
Tuesday, April 28
Collegiate Update
Belmont’s Dylan Craig had 2 hits and a run in a win over Kennesaw State when Logan Simmons threw an IP. Simmons has a good 3.60 ERA. MTSU’s Blake McDade has rediscovered his stroke and hit 2 homers, a double, single and 4 rbi in a loss to Mississippi State. Jeff Green pitched 1 2/3 IP in a los to UL Lafayette. McDade had a hit an rbi in a loss to South Alabama. Carson-Newman’s Wes McIntyre finished the season 4-2 in 53 2/3 IP with a 4.70 ERA and Justin Higdon has 4-5 with 5.63 ERA.
Lee’s (45-10) Tanner Moore had a big weekend series against Southern Wesleyan and finished the regular season at .379 with a team and conference high 22 doubles, 33 rbi and 51 runs. Dave Mason was 8-2 with a 3.93 ERA, Michael Brown hit .274 with a .479 slugging % with 21 runs and 20 rbi, Justin Frazier had a 1.88 ERA and was 2-0 and Adam Ray had a 5.25 ERA in 9 appearances. ETSU’s Jacob Fabry had a hit, run and 2 rbi in a win over High Point. Cleveland State’s Chad Fromm improved to 6-0 on the year against Gordon College when Andrew Root homered and singled to drive in 2 and Adam Hindman had 2 hits.
In a loss to Chattanooga State Fromm struck out 2 in 1 IP, Root had a hit and run and Hindman had a rbi when Zach Debord had 2 hits and 2 rbi. Berry’s Harman Wadkins had a monster year in helping lead the Vikings to a first ever Southern States Athletic Conference regular season twice. He hit .364 with 44 runs, 25 rbi. Watkins tied for second most stolen bases in the conference at 22. Another former Cyclone, Gavin McGinnis hit .378. Dylan Craig had a hit in a game 3 loss to KSU. Cleveland State’s Adam Hindman had 2 hits and a rbi in a win over Chattanooga State and a hit and run in a game 3 loss. Zach Debord had 2 hits, 2 runs and 3 rbi to lead Chattanooga State.
MTSU’s Blake McDade had 2 hits and 2 runs in a win over South Alabama. Georgia Southern’s Jonathon King scored a run in a win over the Citadel. ETSU’s Jacob Fabry had 2 hits, 2 rbi and a run in a game 2 win over Highpoint.
Friday, April 17
Craig Article on Belmont Website
There is a good article about Dylan Craig currently posted on Belmont's website - BELMONT.EDU
Thursday, April 16
College Update
Belmont’s Dylan Craig had 2 walks in a loss to Murray State but went 0 for 2 to end his 26 games hitting streak. His average "dropped" to .399. Kennesaw State’s Kyle Clayton started and threw 4 IP in a win over Jacksonville State but got a no-decision. ETSU’s Jacob Fabry had a hit and 1 run in a win over Tennessee Tech. Wofford’s Josh McKinney had a hit in a loss to Duke. Austin Peay’s Jon Clinard had 2 hits, 3 stolen bases and 2 runs in a loss to Memphis. Jon is hitting .282 (after starting 0 for 19) with 15 stolen bases in 15 attempts and has a good .962 fielding percentage at shortstop. Georgia Southern’s Jonathon King had a hit, HBP and run in a win over Jacksonville. King is hitting .297 with a .480 OB%.
Thursday, April 16
High School Update
Sequoyah’s Deandre Allen (16U team) hit a grand slam in a win over Meig’s County and in a loss to Meig’s Randall Coley (16U team) had 2 hits and Allen 3. Cleveland’s Cameron Brewster earned a win over McMinn County striking out and had 2 hits and Derek Shugart had 2 hits. Both had 2 rbi. Notre Dame’s Michael Luketic (15U team) had a double in a loss to Hixson.
Tuesday, April 14
High School Update
Cleveland’s Brandon Rader had 2 doubles, 2 runs and a rbi in a win over Central. McCallie’s Matt Reynolds earned a win and Ethan Speicher a save against Central. Walker Valley’s Jamie Harper hit a bomb in a loss to hot Rhea County.
Tuesday, April 14
College Update
Belmont’s Dylan Craig hit his 8th triple of the season, singled and scored once and drove in 1 a 3rd game loss to Campbell extending his hitting streak to 25 games. Cleveland State’s Adam Hindman had a hit in a loss in game 1 to Dyersburg State. Teammate Chad Fromm threw 2 scoreless IP with 3 strikeouts in a losss to Dyerburg State. Fromm now is 3-0 in 35 IP with a 2.06 E.R.A. with 48 strikeouts. Troy’s Jeff Green pitched 1 2/3 scoreless IP in a win over Florida Atlantic. ETSU’s Jacob Fabry had a hit, sb and 2 runs in a loss to Jacksonville. Vandy’s Mike Minor struck out 11 in 8 scoreless IP to earn a win over Arkansas. Tennessee-Martin’s Ty Nelson had a hit, run and rbi in a win over Eastern Illinois. Wofford’s Josh McKinney had 2 hits, a run and rbi in a game 1 loss to UNC Greensboro. Lee’s Tanner Moore had 2 hits and scored one in a game 2 win over Shorter. In a game 3 win Dave Mason pitched a complete game win striking out 8 and giving up 2 earned runs. Mason is 7-2 on the year.
Georgia Southern’s Jonathon King had a hit, 2 runs and 2rbi in a win over Western Carolina. Kentucky’s Tyler Henry threw 4 1/3 IP striking out 6 and giving up 1 run in a loss to Georgia. ETSU’s Jacob Fabry had 2 hits, 1 run and 1 rbi in a game 3 loss to Jacksonville. Josh McKinney had 3 hits, and 2 rbi in dh losses to UNCG. Memphis’ Ryan Fraser earned a win yielding 2 earned runs in 5 IP with 6 strikeouts. Austin Peay’s Jon Clinard had 3 hits in a 2nd game loss to Moorehead State. Belmont’s fabulous frosh Dylan Craig is now hitting .389 with 8 triples, 8 doubles, 22rbi, 32 runs and 7sb in his bid to be a Freshman All American. Lee’s Tanner Moore is hitting .391 on the year with a team leading 20 doubles, 27 rbi and 39 runs.
Monday, April 13
Cooper Hitting Left-Handed
Due to an issue with his left shoulder Will Cooper has been hitting left handed for the last several games. Coop was going to switch hit this summer anyway, so he has simply gotten an early start on grooving his left - handed swing.
Friday, April 10
College Update
Belmont’s Dylan Craig had a double and run in a loss to Campbell and a double, 2 runs and rbi in a win over Campbell to stretch his hitting streak to 24 games. In the Belmont win Logan Simmons earned a save with 3 2/3 IP. Lee’s (35-9) Tanner Moore had 2 hits and 2 runs in a win over Shorter when Justin Frazier was brought to the mound got a crucial out to get Lee out on the mound in the bottom of the 8th inning. In a win over TWC Moore had a defensive gem and Adam Ray pitched well in relief to get Lee out of an eighth inning jam.
Friday, April 10
High School Update
Baylor’s Will Cooper had a hit and scored the winning run in a 2-1 over McCallie. Grace’s Alec Rose improved to 3-0 with a win over Chattanooga Christian. Bledsoe’s Garth Pendergrass tripled and singled in a win over Suck Creek. Notre Dame’s Michael Lutetic doubled in a win over Signal Mountain. Bradley’s Ryan Casteel hit his 7th homer of the season on Thursday and 3 hits in a dh.
Thursday, April 9
College Update
Carson-Newman’s Justin Higdon pitched 6 shutout innings to earn the win over North Greenville. #20 Cleveland State’s Andrew Root had 2 hits, 2 runs and a rbi and Adam Hindman 2 hits and a rbi in a loss to #3 Young Harris. Austin Peay’s Jon Clinard had a hit and run in a loss to Evansville.
Thursday, April 9
High School Update
Bradley Central’s Ryan Casteel had 2 hits in the win over McMinn County. McCallie’s Nolan Woody had 2 hits and a rbi in a win over Baylor. Red Bank’s Hunter Holmes had a 2 rbi double in a win over Central.
Thursday, April 9
Cyclones K Masters!
Dakota McGinnis (Meigs County) and Cole Brand (Bradley County) rang up 35 strikeouts in 2 games this past week. Dakota set a school record with 19 against Tellico and Cole struck out 16 in a shutout against McMinn County. This also set a school record.
Thursday, April 9
College Update
Belmont's Dylan Craig extended his hitting streak to 22 games with a single in a win over VTM. MTSU's Blake McDade had a hit and run in a win over Vandy.
Tuesday, April 7
Weekend High School Update
Baylor’s Will Cooper ("Super Cooper" or "Sup Coop") had 2 hits and the game winning 2 rbi in a Baylor win when Will Stansell went deep, Jeffrey Burke had 2 hits and John Tipton earned a win over Oakland. McCallie’s Nolan Woody doubled in a win over Maryville. McCallie’s Ethan Speicher improved to 4-0 on the year with a complete game against Science Hill when Nolan Woody had 3 hits and 2 rbi. Baylor’s Will Stansell now leads the high school Cyclones with 7 homers. Grace’s Alec Rose struck out 12 in a 2 hitter win against David Brainerd. Meigs County’s Dillon McKinney doubled to drive in 2, scored the winning run and earned the win pitching in relief against Sweetwater.
Sequoyah’s Deandre Allen earned a win and struck out 6 in 3 IP against Wartburg.
Walker Valley’s Jamie Harper earned a win over Cumberland when Kyle Policastro had 4 hits and 2 rbi. Bradley’s Cole Brand had 2 hits in a loss to McMinn. Soddy’s Dakota Price had a hit and 2 runs in a win over Ooltewah. Sequoyah’s Deandre Allen pitched well in a loss to McMinn Central giving up only 5 hits.
Tuesday, April 7
College Update
Lee’s Tanner Moore had a homer, double, single and 2 runs as the Flames beat Reinhart 6-2 on Friday. In a dh sweep on Saturday Moore had a game winning hit and had 4 hits, 2 runs and 2 rbi on the day when Dave Mason earned the win in game 3. Belmont super freshman Dylan Craig hit his 7th triple and singled twice with the Bruins with lone rbi and only 3 hits in a 3-1 loss to Jacksonville on Friday while extending hit hitting streak to 19 games. Wofford’s Josh McKinney had a hit in a loss to Citadel in game.
Cleveland State’s Andrew Root had 3 hits, 3 rbi and 2 runs, Adam Hindman a hit and run, and Chad Fromm a save in a win over Motlow State in game 1. The Cleveland State Cyclones continued in games 2 and 3 to lead the Cougars to a sweep from Motlow as Chad Fromm earned the win in game 3 throwing 2 more scoreless IP when Root had 2 hits and 3 runs and Hindman 2 hits, 2 rbi and 1 run and in the game 2 win Hindman had 2 more hits. Root is hitting .383 with 35 runs and 21 rbi. Hindman is now hitting .317 with 10 doubles and 4 jacks, 27 rbi and 27 runs. Fromm is 3.0 with a sterling 1.80 E.R.A. with 42 strikeouts in 30 IP yielding only 14 hits.
Georgia Southern’s Jonathon King had 2 hits, 2 runs and a rbi in a big game 1 win over Southern Conference leader College of Charleston. Craig smoked 3 more hits in a Belmont game 2 win over Jacksonville when he had 2 runs and a rbi. In game 3 he extended his hittting streak to 21 games with a hit, 2 runs and 2 rbi. Craig is now hitting .390 with 13 extra base hits, 28 runs, 20 rbi and 7 sb. Belmont’s Logan Simmons threw a scoreless IP in a loss to Ole Miss in game 2.
Troy’s Jeff Green continues to have a huge impact on the mound for Troy as he earned a save with 3 2/3 IP yielding only 1 earned run in a win over Arkansas State during a Troy weekend sweep.
Georgia Southern’s senior Jonathon King had 3 hits, 2 rbi and a run in a game 2 win over College of Charleston. In game 3 he extended his hitting streak to 21 games with a hit, 2 runs and 2 rbi. Craig is now hitting .390 with 13 extra base hits, 28 runs, 20 rbi and 7 sb.
Libscomb’s Charles Williams pitched 1 2/3 IP against Kennesaw State yielding no earned runs with 2 strikeouts.
Kentucky’s Tyler Henry threw a hitless, scoreless IP in a loss to Ole Miss in game 2. Caron Newman’s Wes McIntyre threw 4 IP in a win over Brevard in game 1 and Justin Higdon earned a win game 2. In a game 2 loss to Citadel Wofford’s Josh McKinney had a hit and hbp.
Austin Peay freshman Jon Clinard has won the starting job at ss and had 5 hits with 3 rbi, 3 runs and 3 sb as the Governors swept SZU Edwardsville.
ETSU’s Jacob Fabry is back in the lineup after being out several weeks with a broken hand and had 3 hits, 2 runs, 2 rbi and a sb in a dh loss to North Florida.
Wofford’s Josh McKinney had a hit, run and 2 rbi in a win over the Citadel in game 3 when he also made his first error of the year. ETSU’s Jacob Fabry had 2 hits and a rbi in a win over North Florida. Austin Peay’s Clinard had a hit and walk and 3 more stolen bases in a game 3 win ove SZU-Edwardsville.
Tuesday, March 31
High School Update
Ryan Casteel now has 5 homers, 26 rbi and a .540 batting average. This is unbelievable when you factor in the fact that he had hamate surgery just a few months ago. Most baseball players do not regain full strength in the hand operated on for a hamate break for 9-12 months. Brandon Rader is hitting .500 with 4 homers, 7 doubles and 22 rbi. Cole Brand was 85-87 touching 88 against Rhea County and showed an improved breaking ball. He earned the win with 9 strikeouts. Walker Valley’s Conner Hamilton had 2 hits, 3 runs and 4 rbi in a big win over Ooltewah. Soddy’s Dakota Price had 2 hits, 2 runs and a rbi in a win over Central. Grace’s Alec Rose struck out 13 and homered in a win over Copper Basin.
Tuesday, March 31
Preliminary 2009 Cyclone 14U Schedule
Preliminary 2009 Cyclone 14U Schedule
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DATES
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# GAMES
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TOURNAMENT
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LOCATION
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OPPONENT
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May 15-17
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4
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North Georgia Shootout
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Jack Mattox
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Select Teams
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MAY 22-25
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4
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16u Memorial Southern Wood Bat
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Lee University & Cleveland State
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Select Teams
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MAY 29-31
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4
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Georgia Titans Classic 14u
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Austell, Georgia
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Select Teams (option on field’s choice in Loudon)
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JUNE 5-7
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4
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15u Cleveland State
Cougar Classic
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Lee University & Cleveland State
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Select Teams
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JUNE 10-14
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4
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Panther Wood Bat Classic 14u
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Ridgeland High School
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Select Teams
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JUNE 19-21
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4
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14u Cleveland State Cougar Classic
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Lee University & Cleveland State
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Select Teams
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JUNE 26-28
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OFF
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OFF
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OFF
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OFF
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JULY 3-5
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4
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16u Southern Wood Bat World Series
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Cleveland State, Lee & AT&T
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Select Teams
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***Coach Koontz will set up a dh during the week of June 29 at a time TBA.
Monday, March 30
College Update
Belmont’s Dylan Craig had 3 hits, 2 runs and 2 rbi in a game 1win over Florida Gulf Coast. Georgia Southern’s Jonathon King had a hit, run and rbi in win over Elon. Kennesaw’s Kyle Clayton threw 2 IP in a game 2 loss against Stetson. In a game 2 loss to FGC Belmont’s Craig had 2 more hits, a run and rbi. Kentucky’s Tyler Henry struck out the 2 batters he faced in the Wildcats 20-19 loss to South Carolina (apparently Kentucky went for two points twice and failed).
Vandy’s Mike Minor struck out 11 in 7 IP and earned the win over Auburn in game 1. Cleveland State’s Adam Hindman hit 2 homers and a single in the Cougars game 1 win over Columbia State when Andrew Root had a hit, run and rbi and Chad Fromm struck out 5 in 2 IP. In a game 2 win Root had 2 hits, 2 runs and a rbi and Hindman one of each. In game 3 Hindman had 2 more hits, a run and rbi as the Cougar’s swept Fromm now has 39 strikeouts in 26 1/3 IP while giving up only 13 hits. Belmont’s Craig extended his hitting streak to 17 games with a hit and run scored in a game 3 win over FGC. Craig now leads Belmont in hitting at .384, has a .596 slugging % and .434 ob% with 22 runs and 19 rbi. Troy’s Jeff Green dominated the University of New Orleans for 4 IP with 6 strikeouts and no hits to earn the win for the Trojans in game 2. UK’s Tyler Henry took the loss in game 3 pitching in relief against South Carolina. In game 3 with Eton Jonathon King had a hit, Berry’s Harman Watkins had 8 hits over the weekend as the Vikings swept Faulkner.
Austin Peay’s Jon Clinard had 3 hits, 3 rbi, 3 stolen bases and a run as the Governors beat JSU in game 3. Lee’s Michael Brown had a homer in one game and sac fly rbi in another in a dh loss to Southern Poly. Wofford’s Josh McKinney had a hit, run and rbi in a game 2 loss to Western Carolina.
Thursday, March 26
Mid-Week College Update
MTSU’s Blake McDade homered to drive in 2 in the Blue Raider’s loss to Lipscomb when Charles Williams earned a win pitching in relief. Belmont’s Dylan Craig extended his hitting streak to 14 games in a loss to Tennessee Tech when he singled and had a sac fly and rbi. Austin-Peay’s Jon Clinard had a run in a loss to Vandy. ETSU’s Jacob Fabry remains out of the lineup with a broken hand. GSU’s Jonathon King had a hit and run scored in the Eagle’s win over Kennesaw State.
***14U Schedule to posted this coming Monday
Wednesday, March 25
Cyclone Collegiate Players Excel
If there is any doubt that the Cyclones’ program prepares players for success in college at successful schools - check out the success of our collegiate players. As an example, on Saturday 3 different Cyclones pitchers in college hit 90 mph or above - Chad Fromm (Cleveland State), Ryan Fraser (Memphis University) and Justin Higdon (Carson-Newman). All 3 could be drafted in June, all 3 are having successful seasons and they all are in different classes of eligibility spanning 3 years.
Check out Cyclone freshman, Dylan Craig who plays cf and bats lead off for Belmont’s (D-1) and is currently on pace to compete for freshman All-American honors, Austin Peay’s Jon Clinard is now starting at short stop for Austin Peay (D-1), Cleveland State’s Adam Hindman starts in lf for the 19-9 Cougars and rhp Zane Leffew has a credible ERA and his innings are increasing as the season progresses.
Sophomore Josh McKinney bats second at Wofford (D-1) and is hitting .333 without an error on the season at 3rd, 2nd or outfield. Chad Fromm is having an outstanding season at Cleveland State and Andrew Root is hitting .413 there.
On the junior front, Tanner Moore leads Lee’s # 2 ranked Flames in doubles and Adam Ray is doing well on the mound. Memphis (D-1) Ryan Fraser is a Saturday starter in the 3rd best conference in the country. Kentucky’s (D-1) Tyler Henry has a good 3.63 ERA in 8 appearances in the best conference in the country and Carson-Newman’s Wes McIntyre is 4-0 on the mound. MTSU’s (D-1) Blake McDade is "slumping" now but is still hitting .306 for 16-3 Blue Raiders.
In the senior class, Dave Mason is 5-1 for the Lee Flames and Georgia Southern’s (D-1) Jonathon King is hitting .315. Troy’s (D-1) Jeff Green is 2-1 for the Trojans off the mound and Belmont’s (D-1) Logan Simmons has a 3.86 ERA in 9 appearances. These are just a few of the examples and there are many others.
Tuesday, March 24
Pro Update
The Cleveland Indians website on MLB says Wes Hodges could be an option soon with the big league club "though he still has gains to mnake at the hot corner in Columbus. Hodges has one of the best bats in the system." Wes was reassigned from the major league camp to Columbus late last week and will start the season in Triple A, but his prospects for finishing the year in the big leagues are good. The Marlin's Brandon Turner is playing with the Advanced A team in spring training and has a chance to break camp with that team. Kane Simmons has played some with the Double A team for the Rockies.
Tuesday, March 24
High School Update
Baylor's junior Will Stnsell is swinging a hot bat and showing a lot of power. Red Raider sophomore Will Cooper has been playing more ss recently and should stick there soon. He is hitting over .370 with an ob% over .500 from the lead off spot and has hit the fence in center field 3 times in the several days with balls hit on a line. Young John Tipton, a freshman, has been seeing same action for the Red Raiders. Bradley's Cole Brand is off to a hot start at the plate and on the mound. McCallie's Nolan Woody is starting to swing a power bat after a hitting tip from a Cyclone coach.
Monday, March 23
College Update
Belmont’s Dylan Craig continues to smoke the ball. On Friday he hit his 6th double and 6th triple and scored twice in a win over North Florida. On Friday, MTSU’s Blake McDade doubled in a run in a win over Florida Atlantic. GSU’s Jonathon King had 2 hits and 2 runs in a win over Appalachian State. Wofford’s Josh McKinney had a hit and rbi in a win over Davidson Friday. Vandy’s Mike Minor threw well yielding only 2 earned runs in 7 IP against Kentucky in a loss. Cleveland State’s Andrew Root had a 2 rbi hit and Adam Hindman scored a run in a game 1 loss to Walter’s State. In a game 2 loss Chad Fromm set 88-89 and touched 90 and pitched well in relief yielding 1 earned run in 2 IP when Root had 2 hits and 2 runs and Adam Hindman a hit. Austin Peay’s Jon Clinard started at shortstop and had a hit and run in a win over Eastern Kentucky and then a hit in a game 2 loss and 2 hits and a run in a game 3 loss. Belmont’s Craig had 2 more hits and 2 stolen bases in a game 2 loss to North Florida and 2 in a game 3 loss, Craig homered to extend his hitting average to 13 games. Craig is hitting .378 with a .634 slugging percentage and 7 stolen bases. Memphis’ Ryan Fraser threw 5 IP yielding only 1 earned run in a win over Marshall. GSU’s Jonathon King had a hit in a game 2 win over Appalachian State.
Wofford’s Josh McKinney had 2 walks and a run in a 4-2 win over Davidson. Carson-Newmans’s Justin Higdon hit 92 on the scouts game in a tough loss to Tusculum yielding 2 runs in 4 IP. MTSU’s Blake McDade had a hit and rbi in a win over Florida Atlantic. In a game 3 win over Walters State Andrew Root had 3 hits, 2 runs and a rbi and Adam Hindman a hit. Berry’s Harman Watkins had a big weekend as the Vikings 2 out 3 from Lee with 3 hits, 4 rbi and 3 runs. Watkins was SSAC player of the week last week. Berry’s Gavin McGinnis also had a big 2 rbi double. Watkins is hitting .423 on the year 22 runs, 9 sb and 15 rbi. Lee’s Dave Mason pitched very well yielding no earned runs in 6 IP and giving up only 4 hits but got tagged with his first loss of the year against Berry in game 3. Mason has given up only 4 walks in 34 2/3 IP and is 5-1 with a 3.12 ERA. Lee’s Adam Ray has a sterling 1.29 ERA in 5 appearances and Justin Frasier has a 3.00 ERA in 6 appearances. Tanner Moore is hitting .359 and leads the Flames in doubles with 16. Wofford’s McKinney had 2 hits and 2 runs in a game 3 loss to Davidson. McKinney is now hitting .333 with 22 rbi with a .462 on base % and has yet to make an error at playing 2nd, 3rd and left field. Kentucky’s Tyler Henry took the loss in game 3 against Vandy giving up 2 runs in 3 IP.
Monday, March 23
High School Update
Will Stansell and Will Cooper proved they are top notch hitters by each going 2 for 4 against Farragutt’s highly touted Phillip Phieffer. Cooper had 2 rbi’s and Stansell 3 with a homer. Cooper also had 3 hits against Brentwood. Cameron Brewster is proving he is one of the very best 2 way players in the area as he has had 2 straight outstanding outings on the mound and is hitting the ball very well. Brandon Rader is off to great start hitting over .600 and Derek Shugart is pulling it up offensively and has played outstanding defense for the Blue Raiders. Ethan Speicher is 2-0 on the mound for McCallie.
Thursday, March 19
College Update
Belmont’s Dylan Craig had a hit and run score against Vandy Wednesday which extended his hitting streak to 10 games. Wofford’s Josh McKinney had a hit and 3 runs in a win over North Carolina A&T. MTSU’s Blake McDade had a hit, run and rbi in a win over SIU. Cleveland State’s Adam Hindman had 3 hits, 4 rbi and 2 runs and Andrew Root 2 runs in the Cougars’(18-7) win over Truett-McConnell.
Wednesday, March 18
Pro Update
The Cardinal’s Mitchell Boggs has been optioned to AAA to the start season. Wes Hodges has played in 12 big league spring training games and is hitting .296. Wes has no walks in 27 at bats. Kane Simmons is currently on the AA roster in spring training but probably will start the season in Advanced A.
Wednesday, March 18
College Update
Lee’s Michael Brown had a big day for Lee with a homer, 2 doubles and 4 rbi in a win over Trevecca when Tanner Moore had 2 hits. Cleveland State’s Andrew Root had 6 hits, 2 runs and 2 rbi in the Cougars series against Volunteer State, Adam Hindman had 2 hits and rbi in a game 2 loss when Chad Fromm threw 5 2/3 IP striking out 5 while yielding only 3 hits and 1 run. Root is hitting .413 on the year and Fromm is 2-0 with a sterling 1.33 ERA in 20 ½ IP with 28 strikeouts while allowing only 10 hits. Belmont’s Dylan "En Fuego"Craig had 2 hits and 2 runs to stretch his hitting streak to 9 games in a win over Samford. Craig is now hitting .373 and has made several outstanding catches. Adam Ray threw a scoreless IP for Lee in their los to Trevecca. ETSU’s Jacob Fabry is hitting .340 with 11 stolen bases. Kennesaw States’s Kyle Clayton threw 1 1/3 scoreless IP against Georgia Tech. Josh McKinney’s picture is now featured on the Wofford baseball website. He is second on the team in hitting at .339 with a .432 ob %.
Wednesday, March 18
High School News
Walker Valley’s Kyle Policastro is off to a monster start with 3 homers and a slugging percentage over 1.000. Ryan Casteel is hitting .667 so far and Jamie Harper .600. Tyler Hughes won his first start for Dade County.
Monday, March 16
College Update
Belmont’s Dylan Craig had 3 hits including his 5th triple of the year with 3 rbi and a run in a Friday win over ETSU when Jacob Fabry had 2 hits, a run and rbi for ETSU. Logan Simmons threw an IP for the Bison in that win. Craig leads the A-Sun Conference with triples. Wofford’s Josh McKinney had a hit and run in a loss to Fordham. Lipscomb’s Charles William threw 6 IP against MTSU in a loss yielding only 2 earned runs when Blake McDade scored a run. Kentucky’s Tyler Henry threw 3 1/3 IP in a win over Indian State yielding 2 runs. Lee’s Dave Mason improved to 5-0 on the year in a win over Faulkner when Tanner Moore drove in a run and scored. In a game 1 loss Justin Frazier threw outstanding for 4 innings yielding just 2 hits and 1 run. MTSU’s Blake McDade had a hit, 2 rbi and 2 runs in a dh sweep of Arkansas State. Austin Pay’s Jon Clinard scored a run in a win over Wisconsin-Milwaukee. Memphis Ryan Fraser won over Indiana State throwing 6 IP yielding 1 run and striking out 4 and allowing only 3 hits. Belmont’s Dylan Craig had 2 hits, 2 runs and a rbi in a game 3 win over ETSU and had 2 hits, 2 runs and a sb in a game 2 win. Craig is now hitting .365 with 12 runs, 11 rbi and 4 sb. Craig was named by Baseball America as the Atlantic Sun Conference’s second top new comer. Logan Simmons pitched 2 scoreless IP in the 2nd game win for Belmont. Logan has not yielded an earned run in 6 appearances. Wofford’s Josh McKinney had a hit and run in a loss to Radford. Georgia Southern’s Jonathon King had 2 hits and 3 runs in a win over UNC Greensboro in game 3.
Wednesday, March 11
Craig En Feugo
Belmont’s Dylan Craig hit his 3rd triple of the young season Tuesday night and had 2 singles in a win over Mississippi Valley State. Logan Simmons threw a scoreless IP in that Belmont win. Dylan’s picture is currently on the website for Belmont baseball. Craig is currently hitting .336.
Wednesday, March 11
College Update
Memphis’ Ryan Fraser threw 7 shutout IP with 7 strikeouts in a win over Valpariso. MTSU’s Blake McDade had a hit, run and 2 rbi in a win over New Orleans. Blake is hitting .413. Wofford’s Josh McKinney had 3 hits, 2 runs and a rbi in a win over Gardner-Webb (Josh’s picture is currently on the Wofford baseball web page). He is hitting .347 on the year. Cleveland State’s Chad Fromm is 2-0 with 23 strikeouts in 14 2/3 IP and Andrew Root is hitting .397 with 17 runs and 11 rbi. Lee’s Tanner Moore is hitting .394 with 14 doubles and Michael Brown is hitting .361. Dave Mason is 4-0 and Adam Ray and Justin Frazier have pitched in 6 games combined without yielding a run. Berry’s Harman Watkins hit 2 homers in a win over Bryan. Watkins is hitting .392 on the year with 8 stolen bases.
Monday, March 9
Weekend College Update
Belmont’s Dylan Craig had 2 hits, 2 rbi and a run in a win over USC Upstate. ETSU’s Jacoby Fabry had a hit and run in a loss to Kennessaw State. Lee’s Adam Ray threw 2 scoreless IP in a win over Emmanuel when Tanner Moore scored twice. Wofford’s Josh McKinney had 3 hits in the first 2 losses to Samford. Belmont’s Dylan Craig had 3 hits and 3 rbi in a Saturday dh split with USC Upstate. Kentucky’s Tyler Henry pitched a scoreless IP in a win over Indiana State. ETSU’s Jacob Fabry had 3 hits, 4 rbi and 2 runs in a dh split with Kennesaw State.
Carson-Newman’s Wes McIntyre improved to 3-0 on the year pitching 8 IP with 8ks in a win over Newberry. Lee’s Tanner Moore was 5 for 6 with 2rbi in a dh sweep of Emmanuel, Michael Brown had 2 hits in the game 1 win and Dave Mason improved to 4-0 on the year with a game 2 win. Chattanooga State’s Ryan Williams had 3 hits in a win over Morton. Austin Peay’s Jon Clinard scored a run in a win over Iowa. Troy’s Jeff Green struck out 5 in 2 IP in a win over Florida International.
Friday, March 6
Pro Update
Wes Hodges is hitting .273 in 5 spring training big league games.
Friday, March 6
College Update
Wofford’s Josh McKinney is hitting .320 with a .400 on base %. Belmont’s Dylan Craig is hitting .267 with 2 triples. Troy’s Jeff Green is 2-0 and earned the Trojan’s win over Alabama on Tuesday. For Lee, Tanner Moore is hitting .337 with 12 doubles, 15 rbi and 15 runs; Michael Brown .355 with 10 runs and 7 rbi; Dave Mason is 3-0 on the mound, Justin Frazier is 2-0 and Adam Ray has a 0 ERA in 2IP. Georgia Southern’s Jonathon King is hitting .400 in limited P.T. Kentucky’s Tyler Henry lends the staff with a 1.23 ERA. Carson-Newman’s Justin Higdon is 2-2 with a 2.22 ERA with 25ks in 24 1/3 IP and Wes McIntyre is 3-0 with a 3.80 ERA. Cleveland State’s Andrew Root is hitting .417; Adam Hindman is hitting .255; Chad Fromm is 2-0 with a 1.42 ERA with 20ks in 12 2/3 IP and Zane Leffew is 1-0. Berry’s Herman Wadkins is hitting .376 and Gavin McGinnis .325. Faulkner’s Ryan Reese is hitting .411. MTSU’s Blake McDade is hitting .514 with 11 rbi and 12 runs. Lipscomb’s Charles Williams has started against Auburn and Vandy the last 2 weeks.
Friday, March 6
College Update
Wofford’s Josh McKinney is hitting .320 with a .400 on base %. Belmont’s Dylan Craig is hitting .267 with 2 triples. Troy’s Jeff Green is 2-0 and earned the Trojan’s win over Alabama on Tuesday. For Lee, Tanner Moore is hitting .337 with 12 doubles, 15 rbi and 15 runs; Michael Brown .355 with 10 runs and 7 rbi; Dave Mason is 3-0 on the mound, Justin Frazier is 2-0 and Adam Ray has a 0 ERA in 2IP. Georgia Southern’s Jonathon King is hitting .400 in limited P.T. Kentucky’s Tyler Henry lends the staff with a 1.23 ERA. Carson-Newman’s Justin Higdon is 2-2 with a 2.22 ERA with 25ks in 24 1/3 IP and Wes McIntyre is 3-0 with a 3.80 ERA. Cleveland State’s Andrew Root is hitting .417; Adam Hindman is hitting .255; Chad Fromm is 2-0 with a 1.42 ERA with 20ks in 12 2/3 IP and Zane Leffew is 1-0. Berry’s Herman Wadkins is hitting .376 and Gavin McGinnis .325. Faulkner’s Ryan Reese is hitting .411. MTSU’s Blake McDade is hitting .514 with 11 rbi and 12 runs. Lipscomb’s Charles Williams has started against Auburn and Vandy the last 2 weeks.
Friday, March 6
2009 Cyclone 18U Schedule
|
DATES
|
# GAMES
|
TOURNAMENT
|
LOCATION
|
OPPONENT
|
|
MAY 22-25
|
5
|
Southern Memorial Wood Bat
|
Lee & Cleveland State
|
Select Teams
|
|
MAY 29-31
|
4
|
Kennesaw State University Southern Wood Bat
|
Marietta, GA
|
Select Teams
|
|
JUNE 5-7
|
4
|
Troy University Southern Wood Bat
|
Troy, Alabama
|
Select Teams
|
|
JUNE 12-14
|
4
|
University of Tennessee Invitational
|
Knoxville, TN
|
Select Teams
|
|
JUNE 21
|
2
|
Sunday DH
|
Murfreesboro
|
Corkersville Orioles
|
|
JUNE 26-28
|
4
|
Clemson University Invitational
|
Clemson, S. C.
|
Elite Teams
|
|
JUNE 30-JULY 4
|
6
|
Perfect Game
|
Marietta, GA
|
Elite Teams
|
|
JULY 12
|
2
|
Cyclonarama
|
AT&T
|
Cyclones 16
|
*** Coach Koontz is also setting up a DH against college teams on June 20 and July 13 if possible.
Friday, March 6
2009 Cyclone 15U Schedule
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DATES
|
# GAMES
|
TOURNAMENT
|
LOCATION
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OPPONENT
|
|
MAY 22-25
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4
|
16u Memorial Southern Wood Bat
|
Lee University & Cleveland State
|
Select Teams
|
|
MAY 29-31
|
4
|
16u Cleveland State
Cougar Classic
|
Lee University & Cleveland State
|
Select Teams
|
|
JUNE 5-7
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4
|
15u Cleveland State
Cougar Classic
|
Lee University & Cleveland State
|
Select Teams
|
|
JUNE 12-14
|
off
|
|
|
|
|
JUNE 19-21
|
TBA
|
|
|
|
|
JUNE 26-28
|
4
|
Troy University Southern Wood Bat
|
Troy, AL
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Select Teams
|
|
JULY 1-5
|
5
|
16u Southern Wood Bat World Series
|
Cleveland State, Lee & AT&T
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Select Teams
|
|
JULY 10-12
|
off
|
|
|
|
|
JULY 17-19
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TBA
|
|
|
|
|
JULY 21-26
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6
|
Perfect Game
|
Marietta, GA
|
Elite Teams
|
***Coach Koontz is going to set up Double Headers for at least 1 day of each TBA weekend.
Friday, February 20
Steven Brown to Assist on 14U Team
Bryan College player and former Cyclone Steven Brown will assist with the 14 under baseball team this summer. Steven is a middle infielder who has also pitched. We are lucky to have Steven.
Friday, February 20
College Update
Carson-Newman’s Wes McIntyre threw a three-hitter to earn a win for the Eagles over Augusta State. McIntyre, a junior rhp, and Justin Higdon are both slated to be weekend starters for the Eagles. Both have a chance to be Senior signs for professional baseball.
Dave Mason earned a win for Lee over Virginia Intermont with 2 innings of scoreless relief by Adam Ray when Tanner Moore doubled. Carson- Newman’s Justin Higdon earned a win over #20 Northern Kentucky striking out 7 in 5 IP yielding1 earned run. In a game 1 win over Southwest Adam Hindman scored a run and Chad Fromm struck out 4 in 2 IP and Andrew Root had 2 hits and a run. In a game 2 win over Southwest Hindman had 2 hits, a run and rbi and Root a hit, run and rbi. In a game 3 7-6 loss Hindman homered, driving in 2 and Root had 2 hits, a rbi and run. In Saturday’s double header sweep of Virginia Intermont Tanner Moore had a double, rbi and 2 runs in game 1 and Michael Brown had 2 hits, an rbi and 2 runs in game 2. Brown is hitting .344 and Moore is hitting .444. Wes McIntyre of Carson-Newman improve to 2-0 on the year earing a 3rd game win over Northern Kentucky.
University of Memphis RHP Ryan Fraser will start the game against Air Force on Saturday, February 21. Fraser will be a weekend starter. Belmont freshman Dylan Craig is slated to start in CF for the Bruins against Illinois State on February 10.
Tuesday, February 17
Hodges Listed By Scout.com as Indians' Fourth Best Prospect
Scout.com, a publication of Fox Sports, lists Wes Hodges as the Cleveland Indians fourth best prospect. He is what they had to say about Wes:
Third baseman Wes Hodges is considered a year away , but unless a trade or free-agent signing fills the job in Cleveland, this former Georgia Tech standout could claim it earlier. His offense is ahead of his defense, as he must improve his footwork and throws.
Scout.com also had several players the Cyclones have played against on several occasions over the last few years listed among their organizations top 20, including: P.J. Phillips (L.A. Angels)-played for Sportstech, Zach Cozart (Cincinnati Reds)-played for Dulins, Mat Weiters (Baltimore Orioles)-played for S.C. Diamond Devils, Duente Heath(Atlanta Braves)-played for Rockdale As, Michael McKenry (Colorado Rockies)-played for Yard & Thunder, Blake Wood (K.C. Royals) - played for East Cobb, Ivan DeJesus (L.A. Dodgers)-played for Indiana Yankees, Bryan Morris (Pittsburgh Pirates)-played for M.T. Diamond Backs, Justin Smoak (Texas Rangers)-played for S.C. Diamond Devils, and Josh Smoker (Washington Nationals)-East Cobb Astros
Friday, February 13
Fraser to Be Weekend Starter at Memphis
The University of Memphis Media Guide describes Ryan Fraser as a "physically gifted, competitive power pitcher who will fit nicely in the weekend rotation...". Coach Koontz has received glowing feedback from Memphis coaches as well as pro scouts who saw Ryan in the fall. He touched 90 on a regular basis the 2nd half of the fall, his change up is back to its old form of a solid ml avg. pitch and his power curveball is improved, and had a great fall results wise.
Friday, February 13
College Update
Former cyclone Zac Debond had a huge day for Chattanooga State going 5 for 8 in a double header with a homer, 3 doubles and 5rbi and earned a pitching win in a split with Georgia Perimeter. #2 Lee’s Tanner Moore had 2 hits, a run and rbi in a win over #14 Tennessee Wesleyan. Cleveland State’s Andrew Root hit a 2 run homer and single and Adam Hindman stole a base and scored in a 3-0 win over Gadsden when Chad Fromm earned a " hold"pitching.
Tuesday, February 10
College Weekend Update
Lee’s Dave Mason earned a win over Illinois Tech yielding only 2 hits in a 6 IP in a 1-0 win for the Flames. In the Flames second game win Justin Frazier earned the win when Michael Brown had a 2 rbi hit.
Cleveland State’s Adam Hindman had a hit in his first game at Cleveland State in a 3-0 win over Roane State.
On Saturday, Carson-Newman’s Justin Higdon gave up 1 earned run in 4 IP with 4 strikeouts in a C-N loss to Montevello. Carson-Newman held a lead when Higdon left the game. In a 6-5 loss for Carson-Newman Wes McIntyre threw 6 1/3 IP giving up 2 earned runs. As with Higdon, McIntyre left the game with a lead.
Lee’s Tanner Moore had 3 hits, 3 runs and 2 rbi in a Flames win over Illinois Tech and Michael Brown had 2 rbi’s in a second game Saturday win for Lee.
Chattanooga State’s Ryan Williams had 3 hits including a homer in a win for the Tigers over Guilford Tech.
Cleveland State’s Adam Hindman doubled twice and scored twice in a loss to Georgia Perimeter and singled in a 2nd game loss when Andrew Root had a hit and 2 runs.
Monday, February 2
College Update
Carson - Newman Senior RHP Justin Higdon threw a complete game 1 hitter striking out 7 and walking 3 in the Eagles 13-0 win over Augusta State on Sunday afternoon. Higdon touched 90 six times.
Thursday, January 29
It's College Baseball Time!
Carson-Newman kicks off their 2009 season this weekend. It is believed that Justin Higdon and Wes McIntyre will both start games on the mound this weekend. Lee opens on February 6. Most D-1s open their schedules on February 20.
Thursday, January 29
Cooper Invited to East Coast Showcase
Will Cooper, a sophomore at Baylor, has been invited to attend the Summer 2009 East Coast Showcase tryouts in Dayton, Ohio. The tryout is for an invite to the 2009 East Coast Showcase in early August which is invitation only by professional Scouts. Those invited in August are generally the top 60 players from the rising senior class on the East Coast. It is very rare for a sophomore to be invited and to our knowledge Will is the first sophomore ever invited from this area. He joins a long line of former Cyclones such as Ryan Jones, Ryan Wilkes, Kyler Burke, Wes Hodges, Mike Minor, Ryan Casteel and others, but none of these were invited as sophomores.
Thursday, January 29
Cyclones and Former Cyclones on High School Watch List
The only 3 players from this area listed among the Tennessee High School Players to Watch in 2009 in the latest edition of Collegiate Baseball are Cyclones or former Cyclones. Those listed were Ryan Casteel, Hunter Adkins and Alan Walden
Wednesday, January 21
Cyclones In the Pros for 2009
MITCHELL BOGGS - ST. LOUIS CARDINALS
WES HODGES - CLEVELAND INDIANS
BRANDON TURNER - FLORIDA MARLINS
ADAM HOWARD - ARIZONA DIAMONDBACKS
KYLER BURKE - CHICAGO CUBS
CORY GEARRIN - ATLANTA BRAVES
DANIEL HOWARD - INDEPENDENT
MATT RAY - OAKLAND A’S
KANE SIMMONS - COLORADO ROCKIES
JASON DAVIS - RELEASED BY PIRATES REENTRY BUT EXPECTED TO BE SIGNED BEFORE SPRING TRAINING STARTS
Wednesday, January 21
2009 College Cyclones
VANDERBILT UNIVERSITY - MIKE MINOR
UNIVERSITY OF KENTUCKY - TYLER HENRY
TROY UNIVERSITY - JEFF GREEN
MIDDLE TENNESSEE STATE UNIVERSITY - BLAKE MCDADE, MYLES ERVIN
WOFFORD UNIVERSITY - JOSH MCKINNEY
KENNESAW STATE UNIVERSITY- KYLE CLAYTON, SHAWN BALL (RED SHIRT)
BELMONT UNIVERSITY - DYLAN CRAIG, LOGAN SIMMONS
LIPSCOMB UNIVERSITY - CHARLES WILLIAMS
AUSTIN PEAY UNIVERSITY - JON CLINARD
GEORGIA SOUTHERN UNIVERSITY - JONATHAN KING
TENNESSEE-MARTIN - PAT JONES, TY NELSON
ETSU - JACOB FABRY
LEE UNIVERSITY - DAVE MASON, TANNER MOORE, MICHAEL BROWN, BRIAN LANDRU, TYLER ROBERTS; DAVID ESKEW, ADAM RAY, JUSTIN FRASIER
BERRY COLLEGE - HARMON WADKINS, GAVIN MCGINNIS,
EMORY UNIVERSITY - ZEB HEIDT
FAULKNER UNIVERSITY - RYAN REESE
CLEVELAND STATE COMMUNITY COLLEGE - ANDREW ROOT, ADAM HINDMAN, ZANE LEFFEW, CHAD FROMM
CHATTANOOGA STATE - RYAN WILLIAMS, DEXTER SCUDGENS
LAMBUTH UNIVERSITY - CHARLES FOWLKES
VOL STATE COMMUNITY COLLEGE - ETHAN STARR (MED RED SHIRT)
BRYAN COLLEGE - STEVEN BROWN
PT. LOMA COMMUNITY COLLEGE - TAYLOR COMFORD
Wednesday, January 21
Cyclones Prominent in Collegiate Baseball
As has been the case for over a decade, there are several Cyclones who were listed in the Collegiate Baseball Pre-Season Preview of College Baseball for 2009. Listed among those to watch in their conferences were Blake McDade of MTSU and Ryan Fraser for the University of Memphis. The Pre-Season Pitcher of the Year in the SEC is Vandy’s Mike Minor. Minor is also a Pre-Season All American pick. Lee’s Dave Mason is a Pre-Season NAIA player to watch.
Monday, January 5
RSA Website Up and Running
The Real Sports Academy website is now up and running. It is at Real Sports Academy.com. The current site is in its preliminary stages and will be continually improved over the next month.
Everyone is encouraged to visit. Please check it out.
Our players are encouraged to take advantage of conditioning and skill enhancement instruction before the spring season starts.
Wednesday, December 10
Recruiting Update
It is clear that Tennessee has serious interest in Will Cooper. In addition, Will attended North Carolina’s camp run by Coach Mike Fox who recruited Coach Paris years ago when he was at another school. Will ran a very fast 6.85 60 on grass in 30 degree weather and played outstanding in camp games. As a result of his performances and strong recommendations from the Cyclone coaches, Will is now on the short list of 2011 graduates to be followed by North Carolina’s staff.
Friday, December 5
Casteel Undergoes Surgery
Ryan Casteel underwent surgery today to remove his hamate bone. Turns out that he did break his hook of the hamate bone in his wrist several weeks ago as was suspected at the time by Coach Koontz. Ryan should be to being able to swing right handed in a game within 3 to 4 months. Please pray for his quick recovery.
Monday, November 24
Price Is a Cougar!
Dakota Price has committed to continue his education and baseball career at Cleveland State. He will join fall Cyclone teammates Jeremy Bales, Dakota McGinnis, Cameron Brewster and Brandon Rader as 2009 Cougars. Congratulations, Dakota!
Friday, November 21
Turner Available at RSA
TURNER AVAILABLE AT RSA
Brandon Turner is available at RSA the next 2 weeks and from December 15 through January 20 for hitting lessons. If you are interested call Coach Koontz at 309-4995 as soon as possible.
Thursday, November 20
2008 Awards Banquet
The 2008 Chattanooga Cyclones Award Banquet held this past Sunday evening in the Centenary Room at Lee University was attended by over 110 people. Coach Mike Sansing, head baseball coach at Kennesaw State University, was the featured speaker. He talked about seeking excellence in all you do as well as gave an update on current and upcoming NCAA rules relating to signees and potential recruits. The 8 200 Awards winners are listed below as are the final 2008 Fall Stats for the Koontz team.
FALL 2008 CHATTANOOGA CYCLONES RECORD : 21-8-3
JAMES DYLAN PARIS MVP - JAMIE HARPER B.A. - .366
E.R.A. - 1.64
BRYCE THOMAS CONSUMMATE TEAM PLAYER - WILL STANSELL, JEREMY BALES
DAVID MEAD MOST IMPROVED - CAMERON BREWSTER
MOST RUNS PRODUCED - GRAY HUTCHINSON - RUNS - 27 - RBI - .25 - TOTAL - 52
HIGHEST BATTING AVG - JAMIE HARPER - B.A. - .366
MOST WINS - ETHAN SPEICHER - WINS - 6
LOWER E.R.A. - JAMIE HARPER - E.R.A. - 1.64
SUMMER 2008 CHATTANOOGA CYCLONES 18U
JAMES DYLAN PARIS MVP AWARD - ADAM HINDMAN
BRYCE THOMAS CONSUMMATE TEAM PLAYER - TYLER HUGHES, BRANDON RADER
DAVID MEAD MOST IMPROVED - DAKOTA MCGINNIS
WES HODGES BEST HITTER - RYAN CASTEEL
BLAKE CARVER BEST PITCHER - HUNTER ADKINS
FALL 2008 CHATTANOOGA CYCLONES (T)
JAMES DYLAN PARIS MVP AWARD - ALEC ROSE
BRYCE THOMAS CONSUMMATE TEAM PLAYER - PATRICK PARRIS
DAVID MEAD MOST IMPROVED - MACK QUINN
BLAKE CARVER BEST PITCHER - TYLER MILES
WES HODGES BEST HITTER - KYLE POLICASTRO
SUMMER 2008 CHATTANOOGA CYCLONES (J)
JAMES DYLAN PARIS MVP AWARD - WILL COOPER
BRYCE THOMAS CONSUMMATE TEAM PLAYER - WILL STANSELL, JEREMY BALES
DAVID MEAD MOST IMPROVED - MATT REYNOLDS, JEFFREY BURKE
WES HODGES BEST HITTER - WILL COOPER
BLAKE CARVER BEST PITCHER - TAYLOR PICCHIOTTINO
SUMMER 2008 CHATTANOOGA CYCLONES 14U
JAMES DYLAN PARIS MVP - LOGAN LONGWITH, ROBERT PARR
WES HODGES BEST HITTER - BLAME BOOKER
BLAKE CARVER BEST PITCHER - ROBERTSON
DAVID MEAD MOST IMPROVED - EVAN SPEICHER
BRYCE THOMAS CONSUMMATE TEAM PLAYER - JACKSON COOPER
32 GAMES
|
PLAYER
|
AB
|
H
|
2B
|
3B
|
HR
|
RBI
|
R
|
BB
|
SB
|
K
|
SAC
|
B.AVG
|
OB %
|
|
PRICE
|
80
|
26
|
1
|
|
|
12
|
26
|
20
|
11
|
16
|
1
|
.325
|
.460
|
|
HUTCHINSON
|
95
|
32
|
7
|
2
|
2
|
25
|
27
|
15
|
1
|
20
|
2
|
.337
|
.427
|
|
HARPER
|
93
|
34
|
8
|
2
|
|
26
|
22
|
8
|
2
|
13
|
2
|
.366
|
.416
|
|
CASTEEL
|
78
|
23
|
7
|
4
|
1
|
19
|
20
|
11
|
1
|
14
|
1
|
.295
|
.382
|
|
COOPER
|
87
|
31
|
2
|
1
|
|
19
|
17
|
18
|
4
|
9
|
1
|
.356
|
.467
|
|
RADER
|
84
|
25
|
6
|
1
|
|
16
|
17
|
9
|
|
5
|
4
|
.298
|
.366
|
|
STANSELL
|
68
|
16
|
3
|
2
|
1
|
18
|
15
|
19
|
|
9
|
3
|
.235
|
.402
|
|
ROWLAND
|
23
|
6
|
|
|
|
3
|
7
|
8
|
2
|
9
|
|
.269
|
.451
|
|
BREWSTER
|
65
|
19
|
2
|
3
|
|
17
|
11
|
18
|
2
|
13
|
|
.292
|
.448
|
|
HUGHES
|
56
|
20
|
3
|
|
1
|
10
|
13
|
14
|
4
|
8
|
2
|
.357
|
.486
|
|
ADKINS
|
14
|
1
|
|
1
|
|
2
|
1
|
3
|
|
4
|
1
|
.072
|
.235
|
|
PICCHIOTINO
|
10
|
2
|
|
|
|
|
1
|
1
|
|
6
|
|
.200
|
.200
|
|
ERWIN
|
1
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
BALES
|
1
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
SPEICHER
|
|
|
|
|
|
3
|
1
|
1
|
|
|
|
|
1.000
|
|
SHUGART
|
47
|
8
|
|
3
|
|
1
|
8
|
11
|
3
|
15
|
1
|
.170
|
.328
|
|
MCGINNIS
|
1
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
MARTIN
|
5
|
1
|
|
|
|
|
|
1
|
|
3
|
|
.200
|
.200
|
FINAL KOONTZ HITTING LEADERS - THRU 32 GAMES (22 WITH WOOD)
|
BATTING AVERAGE
|
ON BASE PERCENTAGE
|
|
HARPER
|
.366
|
HUGHES
|
.486
|
|
HUGHES
|
.357
|
COOPER
|
.467
|
|
COOPER
|
.356
|
PRICE
|
.460
|
|
HUTCHINSON
|
.337
|
BREWSTER
|
.448
|
|
EXTRA BASE HITS
|
RUNS
|
|
CASTEEL
|
12
|
HUTCHINSON
|
27
|
|
HUTCHINSON
|
11
|
PRICE
|
26
|
|
HARPER
|
10
|
HARPER
|
22
|
|
RBI
|
|
HARPER
|
26
|
|
HUTCHINSON
|
25
|
|
CASTEEL, COOPER
|
19
|
|
STANSELL
|
18
|
|
PLAYER
|
W
|
L
|
IP
|
R
|
ER
|
BB
|
K
|
H
|
ERA
|
|
ADKINS
|
4
|
1
|
32
|
23
|
18
|
23
|
39
|
20
|
3.94
|
|
BALES
|
1
|
|
15
|
15
|
12
|
25
|
25
|
5
|
|
|
HARPER
|
4
|
1
|
38 1/3
|
10
|
9
|
19
|
19
|
25
|
1.64
|
|
MCGINNIS
|
1
|
|
21
|
7
|
5
|
20
|
20
|
9
|
1.66
|
|
ERWIN
|
4
|
2
|
33
|
16
|
10
|
10
|
14
|
32
|
2.12
|
|
PICCHIOTINO
|
1
|
1
|
8 1/3
|
9
|
9
|
14
|
6
|
3
|
|
|
STANSELL
|
|
|
2
|
|
|
1
|
|
|
0
|
|
SPEICHER
|
6
|
1
|
35 1/3
|
15
|
12
|
11
|
34
|
20
|
2.50
|
|
HUGHES
|
|
2
|
9 1/3
|
10
|
8
|
|
9
|
14
|
|
|
RADER
|
|
|
3
|
2
|
2
|
1
|
2
|
3
|
|
|
PRICE
|
|
|
1
|
4
|
1
|
3
|
|
3
|
|
|
BREWSTER
|
|
|
2
|
1
|
1
|
1
|
|
3
|
|
KOONTZ PITCHING LEADERS - 20 GAMES
|
WINS
|
|
SPEICHER - 6
|
|
ADKINS, HARPER, ERWIN - 4
|
|
IP
|
|
HARPER - 38 1/3
|
|
SPEICHER - 35 1/3
|
|
ERWIN - 33
|
|
ADKINS - 32
|
|
MCGINNIS - 21
|
|
STRIKEOUTS
|
|
ADKINS - 39
|
|
HARPER - 34
|
|
SPEICHER - 34
|
|
MCGINNIS - 20
|
|
E.R.A.
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HARPER - 1.64
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MCGINNIS - 1.66
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ERWIN - 2.12
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SPEICHER - 2.40
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WHIP
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SPEICHER - .88
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HARPER - 1.14
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ERWIN - 1.28
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ADKINS - 1.34
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Friday, November 7
Hodges Having True Breakout AFL Season
Wes Hodges is having the true breakout Arizona Fall League Season that was expected by those who know him best. Wes is hitting .365 (11th in the league) with 6 homers (2nd in the league) and 23 rbi (2nd in the league). His ops of 1.071 is also in the top 12. As a contrast Matt Weiters is hitting .288 with an ops of .883 and Beau Mills is hitting .244 with a .244 with a .819 ops. These results position Wes to be a major leaguer at some point next year with the Indians or someone else via trade.
Tuesday, October 28
Jeremey Is a Cougar!
Jeremy Bales has committed to Cleveland State to matriculate for his college education and continued pursuit of his baseball career. Congratulations Jeremy! He is the 8th fall Cyclone to commit to sign early.
Friday, October 24
Brandon and Cameron are Cougars!
Brandon Rader and Cameron Brewster committed this week to continue their baseball careers at Cleveland State. They join fall teammate Dakota McGinnis and current Cougars - Craig Barker, Zane Leffew, and Cullen Clabo who will return as Cougars next year. Congratulation!
Wednesday, October 22
Lee's Coach Brew Named Coach of the Year
Lee’s Coach Mark Brew was recently named by Rawlings as the 2008 NAIA National Coach of the Year. It is a well deserved honor as the Flames went an incredible 63-10 last year and finished second at the NAIA World Series. Once again the 2009 Flames roster will feature several former Cyclones including Dave Mason, David Eskew, Tyler Roberts, Tanner Moore, Michael Brown, Adam Ray and Brian Landru. Ben Wilson has retired due to an injured elbow. In the spring of 2010 Jamie Harper will continue the Cyclones - Flames connection.
Wednesday, October 22
Hodges Off to Great Start In AFL
Wes Hodges is off to a great start in the Arizona Fall League. He is hitting .371 in his first 8 games with 2 homers, 2 doubles and 9 rbi. He has been invited to the AFL Showcase game which is a clear sign he is now thought of as one of the very best minor league prospects.
Wednesday, October 22
Turner Available for Hitting at RSA
Brandon Turner, former Cyclone, Mississippi State All-American and a New York-Penn League All-Star in 2008 is available for hitting instruction at RSA. You may contact him directly at 331-8010.
Tuesday, October 21
Statistics
28 GAMES
|
PLAYER
|
AB
|
H
|
2B
|
3B
|
HR
|
RBI
|
R
|
BB
|
SB
|
K
|
SAC
|
B.AVG
|
OB
|
|
PRICE
|
68
|
23
|
1
|
|
|
10
|
22
|
17
|
10
|
16
|
1
|
.338
|
.471
|
|
HUTCHINSON
|
81
|
27
|
5
|
2
|
1
|
21
|
22
|
14
|
|
19
|
2
|
.333
|
.432
|
|
HARPER
|
80
|
33
|
8
|
2
|
|
25
|
21
|
8
|
2
|
12
|
1
|
.413
|
.466
|
|
CASTEEL
|
78
|
23
|
7
|
4
|
1
|
19
|
20
|
11
|
1
|
14
|
1
|
.295
|
.382
|
|
COOPER
|
73
|
24
|
2
|
1
|
|
17
|
14
|
18
|
2
|
9
|
1
|
.328
|
.461
|
|
RADER
|
69
|
17
|
5
|
|
|
12
|
13
|
9
|
|
4
|
4
|
.246
|
.333
|
|
STANSELL
|
57
|
13
|
|
2
|
1
|
16
|
12
|
17
|
|
7
|
3
|
.228
|
.405
|
|
ROWLAND
|
23
|
6
|
|
|
|
3
|
7
|
8
|
2
|
9
|
|
.269
|
|
|
BREWSTER
|
53
|
16
|
2
|
2
|
|
12
|
10
|
16
|
2
|
10
|
|
.302
|
.464
|
|
HUGHES
|
44
|
18
|
3
|
|
|
7
|
11
|
14
|
4
|
6
|
2
|
.409
|
.555
|
|
ADKINS
|
13
|
1
|
|
1
|
|
1
|
1
|
2
|
|
4
|
1
|
.067
|
.200
|
|
PICCHIOTINO
|
10
|
2
|
|
|
|
|
1
|
1
|
|
6
|
|
.200
|
.200
|
|
ERWIN
|
1
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
BALES
|
1
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
SPEICHER
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
1
|
1
|
|
|
|
|
1.000
|
|
SHUGART
|
37
|
6
|
|
3
|
|
2
|
7
|
9
|
3
|
13
|
1
|
.165
|
.325
|
|
MCGINNIS
|
1
|
|
|
|
|
1
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
MARTIN
|
5
|
1
|
|
|
|
|
|
1
|
|
3
|
|
.200
|
.200
|
KOONTZ HITTING LEADERS - THRU 28 GAMES (22 WITH WOOD)
|
BATTING AVERAGE
|
ON BASE PERCENTAGE
|
|
HARPER
|
.413
|
HUGHES
|
.555
|
|
HUGHES
|
.409
|
PRICE
|
.471
|
|
PRICE
|
.338
|
HARPER
|
.466
|
|
COOPER
|
.328
|
BREWSTER
|
.464
|
|
EXTRA BASE HITS
|
RUNS
|
|
CASTEEL
|
12
|
PRICE, HUTCHINSON
|
22
|
|
HARPER
|
10
|
HARPER
|
21
|
|
HUTCHINSON
|
8
|
CASTEEL
|
20
|
|
RBI
|
|
HARPER
|
25
|
|
HUTCHINSON
|
21
|
|
CASTEEL
|
19
|
|
COOPER
|
17
|
|
PLAYER
|
W
|
L
|
IP
|
R
|
ER
|
BB
|
K
|
H
|
ERA
|
|
ADKINS
|
4
|
1
|
29 1/3
|
13
|
11
|
18
|
35
|
15
|
2.51
|
|
BALES
|
1
|
|
11 2/3
|
11
|
8
|
19
|
11
|
4
|
|
|
HARPER
|
4
|
1
|
32 1/3
|
7
|
6
|
14
|
27
|
18
|
1.30
|
|
MCGINNIS
|
1
|
|
21
|
7
|
5
|
20
|
20
|
9
|
1.66
|
|
ERWIN
|
4
|
1
|
27
|
10
|
5
|
8
|
9
|
23
|
1.26
|
|
PICCHIOTINO
|
1
|
1
|
8 1/3
|
9
|
9
|
14
|
6
|
3
|
|
|
STANSELL
|
|
|
2
|
|
|
1
|
|
|
|
|
SPEICHER
|
5
|
1
|
28 1/3
|
13
|
11
|
7
|
23
|
16
|
3.50
|
|
HUGHES
|
|
1
|
8 2/3
|
8
|
8
|
|
9
|
12
|
|
|
RADER
|
|
|
3
|
2
|
2
|
1
|
2
|
3
|
|
|
PRICE
|
|
|
1
|
4
|
1
|
3
|
|
3
|
|
|
BREWSTER
|
|
|
2
|
1
|
1
|
1
|
|
3
|
|
KOONTZ PITCHING LEADERS - 28 GAMES
|
WINS
|
|
SPEICHER - 5
|
|
ADKINS, HARPER, ERWIN - 4
|
|
IP
|
|
HARPER - 32 1/3
|
|
ADKINS - 29 1/3
|
|
SPEICHER - 28 1/3
|
|
ERWIN - 27
|
|
MCGINNIS - 21
|
|
STRIKEOUTS
|
|
ADKINS - 35
|
|
HARPER - 29
|
|
SPEICHER - 23
|
|
MCGINNIS - 20
|
|
E.R.A.
|
|
ERWIN - 1.26
|
|
HARPER - 1.30
|
|
MCGINNIS - 1.66
|
|
ADKINS - 2.51
|
|
WHIP
|
|
HARPER - .99
|
|
ADKINS - 1.13
|
|
ERWIN - 1.15
|
Monday, October 13
Velocity News
Hunter Adkins sat 88-90 and touched 91 on Scouts’ guns Sunday and Dakota McGinnis hit 90 on Saturday sparking APSU to consider an offer until they found he had committed to Cleveland State.
Monday, October 6
Cyclones 2nd in World Series
The Chattanooga Cyclones (K) fall baseball team (15-3-2) finished 2nd in the Southern Wood Bat World Series played this past weekend in Cleveland and Chattanooga involving players from four states. The Cyclones defeated Atlanta Sportstech 10-2 with Ethan Speicher earning the win with relief help from Jeremy Bales when Gray Hutchinson had 2 hits and 2 rbi, Jamie Harper had 2 hits and 2 runs, Will Stansell 2 hits, a run and rbi and Dakota Price a 2 rbi hit. In a 6-3 win over Memphis Apak Blue John Erwin earned a win and Dakota McGinnis a save with Harper having 2 hits, 2 rbi and a run, Ryan Casteel a 2 rbi double and Will Cooper a rbi hit. Harper threw a 1 hitter in a 4-0 win over Pro Concepts when Will Cooper had 2 hits and a run, Cameron Brewster 2 hits, a run and rbi and Stansell a hit and 2 rbi. The Cyclones lost to the tournament’s winner Memphis Apak Red 6-1 when Hunter Adkins struck out 9 and yielded a run in the 5 innings he pitched and Brewster had a rbi hit.
Tuesday, September 30
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