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2009 Fall Tryouts
The Texas Dukes 15U, 16U & 18U teams are seeking dedicated, disciplined and hardworking pitchers, catchers and position players for their 2009 fall teams.
Call (214) 850-2572 or send an email (kim.price@strasburger.com) to schedule a tryout.
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Monday, July 27
Texas Dukes Send Off 2009 Graduating Seniors and Updates for Alumni:
The Texas Dukes congratulate and send off the following graduating seniors to various colleges:
Howard Junior College:
- Damien Magnifico (North Mesquite HS)
- Jacob Price (transfer from Chattanooga State)
Murray State Junior College:
- Mike Packer (Allen HS)
North Lake Junior College:
- Clayton Mummert (Ennis HS)
University of Centra Arkansas:
- Chase Knight (Sanger HS)
Arkansas Tech:
- Taylor Garrard (Sachse HS)
Tabor College (Kansas):
- Nick Trompert (Shelton HS/Cedar Valley College)
University of Texas at Dallas:
- Marvin Prestridge (Forney HS/Howard Jr. College)
University of Texas - Permian Basin:
- Juan Villarreal (Seagoville HS/Howard Jr. College)
University of Central Oklahoma:
- Arrow Cunningham (Hutchins Junior College/Harrah HS (OK))
Monday, August 24
Taylor Garrard Signs with Arkansas Tech University
Congratulations to Taylor Garrard, senior from Sachse High School who will be playing for Arkansas Tech University beginning this fall.
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Taylor and Family with Sachse High School Coaches Cantu and Burrow
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Friday, July 17
Clayton Mummert Joins Northlake College Baseball Team
Congratulations to Clayton Mummert, senior from Ennis High School who will be playing for Northlake College beginning this fall.
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Clayton and his dad with Head Coach Corey Mercer
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Wednesday, June 24
Damien Magnifico Named to All-State Academic Baseball Team
Congratulations to Damien Magnifico for being named to the 2009 Texas High School Baseball Coaches Association All-State Academic Baseball Team !
Friday, June 12
Damien Magnifico Selected in the 5th Round of MLB Draft
Congratulations to our own Damien Magnifico on being selected in the 5th Round of the MLB Draft (164 overall) by the New York Mets.
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Howard College Signee and 5th Round Pick Damien Magnifico
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Saturday, May 30
Mike Packer Signs with Murray State
Congratulations to Mike Packer (C/3rd Allen High School) on the signing of his letter of intent to play baseball for Murray State College.
Saturday, May 30
Former Duke Signs With Tabor College
Former Duke and Cedar Valley College transfer Nick Trompert (Dallas, Texas) has signed a letter of intent to play baseball next season for the Tabor College Bluejays. Trompert, a 6-7, 205-pound right handed pitcher will bring immediate help and provide depth to the Bluejays pitching rotation next season.
"Nick is a player that can come in right away and make an impact," said Head Baseball Coach Mark Standiford. "He brings both the physical and mental side of the game that helps make him a true pitcher. Nick comes from and outstanding family and I believe will be a great fit for us hear a Tabor." Nick is the son of Jack and Janet Trompert.
Wednesday, April 15
Young Duke Meets Baltimore Orioles Player, Ronnie Deck
14U Dukes player, Randy Tapley was introduced to Texas Dukes friend and Baltimore Orioles bullpen coach and catcher, Ronnie Deck on Monday, April 13th. Ronnie is a long time friend of the Dukes and was excited to meet up with Randy at the Texas Rangers game. Ronnie has previously played for the Tampa Bay Rays, coached in the midwest for an independent baseball program out of Chicago and was formerly an assistant coach at Northeastern Colorado Junior College. His current position with Baltimore is a very rewarding experience and he's enjoying it a lot.
Thanks for the visit Ronnie. Good luck this season !
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Randy Tapley & Ronnie Deck of the Baltimore Orioles
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Wednesday, June 24
16U Dukes Are Working and Playing Hard This Summer
Friday, April 10
14U Dukes Win Again - This time at Chiesl
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14U Texas Dukes win at Chiesl
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Monday, March 30
14U Dukes are Champions in Wichita Falls
The team is now qualified for post-season play for Super Series. Congratulation boys !
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14U Texas Dukes
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Friday, March 13
Damien Magnifico Signs with Howard College
Congratulations Damien !
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Damien with JBob Thomas (Howard), Coaches Sigler an Shieflett and his parents
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Tuesday, December 9
Texas Dukes Help The Dallas Stewpot
The Texas Dukes families came together to help others for the holidays by gathering and assembling Holiday Boxes for the Homeless. The project will benefit The Stewpot recipients in Dallas (1822 Young Street, Dallas 75201). Volunteers were asked to wrap and assemble shoe boxes with needed personal items and small gifts. In three hours, the group was able to assemble 30 Holiday Boxes. Community outreach is one of the missions of the Texas Dukes as it helps create well-rounded young men.
The Dukes also had Christmas in the Cages which was a fun time for everyone. Pictures from the event will be posted shortly.
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Holiday Boxes for The Stewpot
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Thursday, November 13
Young Dukes Enjoy Weekend in Waco
Thursday, July 10
Pedro Villarreal Signs with The Cincinnati Reds
The Texas Dukes are excited to announce that Pedro Villarreal was drafted in the 7th Round of the Major League Baseball draft and has signed with The Cincinnati Reds organization.
Pedro is a 2006 graduate of Seagoville High School and 2-year graduate of Howard College (Big Springs, TX). Pedro was also offered a full scholarship to play for UT Pan American. Pedro's hard work at Howard College has paid off. Congratulations, Pedro !
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Pedro & Jerry Flowers from the Cincinnati Reds
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Player Profiles
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Friday, July 20
Cody Railsback Signs with Atlanta Braves
The Texas Dukes wish to congratulate our friend and fellow teammate, Cody Railsback. Cody signed with the Atlanta Braves during the week of July 9th. The Texas Dukes wish Cody the best as he heads off to rookie ball in Florida.
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Cody Railsback at Turner Field with Braves Scout
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