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02-22-2009, 02:42 AM
H.S. baseball: Five teams to watch
By Javier Becerra (Contact)
Sunday, February 22, 2009
CALALLEN
The defending Class 4A state champions lost several key position players to graduation, but that hasn’t stopped the Wildcats before. Senior left-hander Jordan John leads the way on the mound, but will need help from a supporting cast that includes outfielder Matt Garza and third baseman Dustin Vaughan.
MOODY
The Trojans were eliminated in the second round of the playoffs last season, which is sure to provide plenty of motivation. The perennial power is anchored by power-hitter Rudy Flores and the fleet-footed Christian Garza-Gallegos. Justin Meza also returns to take over the role of staff ace.
SINTON
After coming up short of a trip to the state tournament, expect the Pirates to make yet another run to the regional final. Sinton returns a number of key players, including Roy Perez, Josh Rodriguez and Shane Segovia.
ROBSTOWN
Robstown’s drop from Class 4A created quite an interesting local 3A district that also includes Falfurrias and Sinton, two teams that like the Cotton Pickers are yearly contenders for the state tournament. Look for Ruben Elizondo, Michael Velasquez and Ryan Velasquez to lead the way.
CARROLL
Realignment revamped the district, which included the departure of Ray (4A) and the addition five San Antonio teams, Converse Judson, East Central, Highlands, Wagner and South San. Outfielder Mark Blackmar and pitcher Matt Gomez are two players the Tigers are counting on to contribute.
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Perennial powerhouses Sinton and Moody are two teams to keep an eye on this season. The Pirates are led by (front row, from left) Shane Segovia, Roy Perez and Josh Rodriguez. The Trojans are counting on (back Row, from left) Rudy Flores, Christian Garza-Gallegos and Justin Meza this season.
By Javier Becerra (Contact)
Sunday, February 22, 2009
CALALLEN
The defending Class 4A state champions lost several key position players to graduation, but that hasn’t stopped the Wildcats before. Senior left-hander Jordan John leads the way on the mound, but will need help from a supporting cast that includes outfielder Matt Garza and third baseman Dustin Vaughan.
MOODY
The Trojans were eliminated in the second round of the playoffs last season, which is sure to provide plenty of motivation. The perennial power is anchored by power-hitter Rudy Flores and the fleet-footed Christian Garza-Gallegos. Justin Meza also returns to take over the role of staff ace.
SINTON
After coming up short of a trip to the state tournament, expect the Pirates to make yet another run to the regional final. Sinton returns a number of key players, including Roy Perez, Josh Rodriguez and Shane Segovia.
ROBSTOWN
Robstown’s drop from Class 4A created quite an interesting local 3A district that also includes Falfurrias and Sinton, two teams that like the Cotton Pickers are yearly contenders for the state tournament. Look for Ruben Elizondo, Michael Velasquez and Ryan Velasquez to lead the way.
CARROLL
Realignment revamped the district, which included the departure of Ray (4A) and the addition five San Antonio teams, Converse Judson, East Central, Highlands, Wagner and South San. Outfielder Mark Blackmar and pitcher Matt Gomez are two players the Tigers are counting on to contribute.
http://media.caller.com/ccct/content/img/photos/2009/02/21/20090221-200217-pic-254141084_t600.jpg
Perennial powerhouses Sinton and Moody are two teams to keep an eye on this season. The Pirates are led by (front row, from left) Shane Segovia, Roy Perez and Josh Rodriguez. The Trojans are counting on (back Row, from left) Rudy Flores, Christian Garza-Gallegos and Justin Meza this season.