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| Jake Nowak, Dan Fetes and Ian "Eagle" Gallagher pose on an authentic elephant foot. Watch out for that polar bear! |
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| Agrizzly and polar bear greated us at the door. |
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| Grrrrrrr! |
Friday, March 30, 2012
On Safari -- pictures from the Safari Grill on Wednesday
Small screen acting debut
Time to toot my own horn. I will be appearing in a movie, Signs of the Times, airing on PBS. It was my first gig. The film will air on public television stations around the country on various dates and times. In the next few weeks, the film will be featured in the following cities/markets:
My speaking parts ended up on the cutting room floor. Just a close-up of me pitching at Fenway circa 1928 (actually a green screen was used at Ainsworth). A bunch of players from my summer league team were stand ins/extras. Even my dad ended up in the movie.
A shout out to John Fette who set everything up and is the catcher in the scenes shot at Ainsworth Field.
A special shout out to Brian Hershberg. He is now the head coach at Drew University. He literally snapped his ankle and bent it backwards sliding into home. They used his first take in the movie. But the third take ended up with broken bones and sent him to the hospital. He ended up coaching at Behrend College (as a grad assistant) that fall on a scooter. Scary at the time. The slide can be seen at the 3:01 mark of the trailer. Fette is making the tag.
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My speaking parts ended up on the cutting room floor. Just a close-up of me pitching at Fenway circa 1928 (actually a green screen was used at Ainsworth). A bunch of players from my summer league team were stand ins/extras. Even my dad ended up in the movie.
A shout out to John Fette who set everything up and is the catcher in the scenes shot at Ainsworth Field.
A special shout out to Brian Hershberg. He is now the head coach at Drew University. He literally snapped his ankle and bent it backwards sliding into home. They used his first take in the movie. But the third take ended up with broken bones and sent him to the hospital. He ended up coaching at Behrend College (as a grad assistant) that fall on a scooter. Scary at the time. The slide can be seen at the 3:01 mark of the trailer. Fette is making the tag.
Wednesday, March 28, 2012
Skeleton crew on Safari
Wednesday saw a portion of the team take a trip to Allegheny College for a midweek matinee game. We left 13 players behind to catch up on classes. We named the starters and took a few fill ins. A group we like to call the Skeleton Crew.
We put up a season-high 19 runs and all 20 players got in. Kenny Johnston made his first start of the season in centerfield and made it count. Another double and three hits mixed in with some SB's. Adam Bronson also had a good day. He came on to catch in the sixth. He roped a two-run double. Adam grew up just across I-79 near Allegheny, so he got to play in front of his family.
The two shared The Hammer for the day (although the actual Hammer is still in Ramsdell's bag). Adam spoke of how he watches the starters play hard every day and felt their support when he got his chance. He really feels like his teammates are behind him. Kenny spoke of the team continueing to win. We have a couple Sunday before heading to Brockport for a single SUNYAC game.
After the game, we had dinner at the Safari Grill. A shout out to Brandon Crum -- former Gannon U. catcher -- for recommending a place to eat. He also coached Adam in legion ball.
At the Safari Grill, there were polar bears, grizzelies, an elephant, zebra -- everything. Pretty sweet. Right on the ninth green.
A good game followed by a good dinner -- can't beat that!
We put up a season-high 19 runs and all 20 players got in. Kenny Johnston made his first start of the season in centerfield and made it count. Another double and three hits mixed in with some SB's. Adam Bronson also had a good day. He came on to catch in the sixth. He roped a two-run double. Adam grew up just across I-79 near Allegheny, so he got to play in front of his family.
The two shared The Hammer for the day (although the actual Hammer is still in Ramsdell's bag). Adam spoke of how he watches the starters play hard every day and felt their support when he got his chance. He really feels like his teammates are behind him. Kenny spoke of the team continueing to win. We have a couple Sunday before heading to Brockport for a single SUNYAC game.
After the game, we had dinner at the Safari Grill. A shout out to Brandon Crum -- former Gannon U. catcher -- for recommending a place to eat. He also coached Adam in legion ball.
At the Safari Grill, there were polar bears, grizzelies, an elephant, zebra -- everything. Pretty sweet. Right on the ninth green.
A good game followed by a good dinner -- can't beat that!
Sunday, March 25, 2012
2 out of 3
We dropped the final game to Oneonta on Sunday. They scored in the second inning and held a 3-0 lead going into the bottom of the eighth. They threw a pretty good freshman lefty that kept us from stringing hits together.
In the eighth, we managed to load the bases and chased him. We got a bases loaded walk and Greco followed with a clutch hit to score a pair to tie it up. Oneonta tacked on three in the top of the ninth. We did get a couple baserunners before the game ended.
The team showed great resolve all weekend. We came back late today (Sunday) despite the loss. We had a 1-1 game on Saturday before we scored a bunch late -- similar to our win over Plattsburgh in Florida. A lot of hits but not a lot of runs, until late in the game. That is the type of effort that will keep us going.
The arms were pretty good all weekend. Sunday, Ace had a couple walks in the first and only went one. Hugg stepped in and went five strong. He worked out of a bases-loaded, no-out jam in the second with a Billy Chapel-esque play to end the inning, and really settled in after that.
A couple things that hurt us were trying to do too much. A missed cutoff that landed out of play and trying to throw the ball before catching it hurt us. If we get down a run, limit the damage.We have consistently come back late all season. Oneonta had bases loaded and no out in the ninth. We could have escaped with only giving up one run -- a manageable score given the no-out circumstances.
A couple guys gave us some big pick-ups today. Urck made a great diving catch going back on the warning track to save a few runs. Dan Greco's eighth-inning hit scored a pair to tie it at three. Sheehan gunned down one stolen base attempt, and Ace picked off the other. In conference play, we have retired well more than half of the runners that have tried to steal against us. Rob who??
We have three non-conference games before a trip tp Brockport next Tuesday. A chance for some reserves to get some action. We went with the exact same lineup for all three games this weekend.
In the eighth, we managed to load the bases and chased him. We got a bases loaded walk and Greco followed with a clutch hit to score a pair to tie it up. Oneonta tacked on three in the top of the ninth. We did get a couple baserunners before the game ended.
The team showed great resolve all weekend. We came back late today (Sunday) despite the loss. We had a 1-1 game on Saturday before we scored a bunch late -- similar to our win over Plattsburgh in Florida. A lot of hits but not a lot of runs, until late in the game. That is the type of effort that will keep us going.
The arms were pretty good all weekend. Sunday, Ace had a couple walks in the first and only went one. Hugg stepped in and went five strong. He worked out of a bases-loaded, no-out jam in the second with a Billy Chapel-esque play to end the inning, and really settled in after that.
A couple things that hurt us were trying to do too much. A missed cutoff that landed out of play and trying to throw the ball before catching it hurt us. If we get down a run, limit the damage.We have consistently come back late all season. Oneonta had bases loaded and no out in the ninth. We could have escaped with only giving up one run -- a manageable score given the no-out circumstances.
A couple guys gave us some big pick-ups today. Urck made a great diving catch going back on the warning track to save a few runs. Dan Greco's eighth-inning hit scored a pair to tie it at three. Sheehan gunned down one stolen base attempt, and Ace picked off the other. In conference play, we have retired well more than half of the runners that have tried to steal against us. Rob who??
We have three non-conference games before a trip tp Brockport next Tuesday. A chance for some reserves to get some action. We went with the exact same lineup for all three games this weekend.
Saturday, March 24, 2012
Defending the 'Wig
A great day at Ludwig Field. We took two from Oneonta -- 3-1 and 6-1. Game one saw Lars pick up his first SUNYAC win of the season. Five innings before giving way to the Big Guy Zach Jordan who finished with the save.
The start of the game was under slick conditions. We put up three in the first two innings before their starter (Tyson) settled in. The lefties continued to produce with Fetes, Greco and Sheehan providing some clutch AB's. Very good D helped.
Lars battled all day, but avoided big mistakes.
Game two started under ideal conditions. Absolutely no wind -- a first at the Wig -- but finished under slick conditions. Rammy spun a nice CG. 142 pitches, but we extended him with our next conference game for him at least 9 days away. He only gave up a few hits and we let him roll. A nine-inning CG from a lefty. Haven't seen that since Ricky Carlson did it every week.
We hung around with a 1-1 game until the bottom of the eighth. Lowe led off with a rope. In a bunt situation, Sheehan roped a ball of a charging infield. Following an IBB, we got and infield error on the throw home, a walk to Fos, and a few more good at bats to put it away.
Hugg got up in the pen about five times, but couldn't work into the game. Soon.
Nice to win two after a less-than-impressive game at Behrend. A couple runs in the first of Game 1 set the tone and kept us in the game.
The Hammer was split between Sheehan and Rammy. Sheehan had a bunch of hits and threw a runner out at second after backing up an overthrow at first base.
We'll look to Ace on Sunday to close things out. Work fast, change speeds, throw strikes.
The start of the game was under slick conditions. We put up three in the first two innings before their starter (Tyson) settled in. The lefties continued to produce with Fetes, Greco and Sheehan providing some clutch AB's. Very good D helped.
Lars battled all day, but avoided big mistakes.
Game two started under ideal conditions. Absolutely no wind -- a first at the Wig -- but finished under slick conditions. Rammy spun a nice CG. 142 pitches, but we extended him with our next conference game for him at least 9 days away. He only gave up a few hits and we let him roll. A nine-inning CG from a lefty. Haven't seen that since Ricky Carlson did it every week.
We hung around with a 1-1 game until the bottom of the eighth. Lowe led off with a rope. In a bunt situation, Sheehan roped a ball of a charging infield. Following an IBB, we got and infield error on the throw home, a walk to Fos, and a few more good at bats to put it away.
Hugg got up in the pen about five times, but couldn't work into the game. Soon.
Nice to win two after a less-than-impressive game at Behrend. A couple runs in the first of Game 1 set the tone and kept us in the game.
The Hammer was split between Sheehan and Rammy. Sheehan had a bunch of hits and threw a runner out at second after backing up an overthrow at first base.
We'll look to Ace on Sunday to close things out. Work fast, change speeds, throw strikes.
Tuesday, March 20, 2012
Florida recap
Three former Blue Devils made the trip to Florida. Senior Dan Greco checks in with brother Josh, Taylor Gahagen and Josh Melquist.
Zach Murray and Angelo Sciandra -- roommates back in Fredonia -- combined on a no-hit shutout of Skidmore.
Friday, March 16, 2012
That's all
We wrapped up our trip on a high note – a no-hitter. Heading into the game, Skidmore sported a 6-1 record, its only loss an 11-15 setback. They had scored 65 runs in six games heading into the series, so it was a nice win against a quality program. Holding them to four runs in Game 1 was pretty good, too. Unfortunately their ace(Zach Rudman) held us to one run. Last season, he led Division III in fewest hits per nine innings.
Let’s give credit to Zach Hugg from Game 1. He only gave up a couple of hard-hit balls, too.
With the no-hitter/shutout, Ace and Lurch were given the option of a free steak dinner or pitcher’s BP. Without hesitation they chose the BP. Get Sam Miller ready! (just kidding, Sam).
The night before, erstwhile pitching coach Matt Sullivan and Andy, Tommy Dee and I had a discussion about when the last no hitter was. Go figure. Sully left in the morning so was not able to watch the game. Sully – You’re fired!
In the next week, I’ll post some of our Florida videos and thoughts on the trip. In the meantime, I’d like to give a shout out to Josh Melquist, Josh Greco, Taylor Gahagen and Tommy Dee. All four took in some games during the week.
Let’s give credit to Zach Hugg from Game 1. He only gave up a couple of hard-hit balls, too.
With the no-hitter/shutout, Ace and Lurch were given the option of a free steak dinner or pitcher’s BP. Without hesitation they chose the BP. Get Sam Miller ready! (just kidding, Sam).
The night before, erstwhile pitching coach Matt Sullivan and Andy, Tommy Dee and I had a discussion about when the last no hitter was. Go figure. Sully left in the morning so was not able to watch the game. Sully – You’re fired!
In the next week, I’ll post some of our Florida videos and thoughts on the trip. In the meantime, I’d like to give a shout out to Josh Melquist, Josh Greco, Taylor Gahagen and Tommy Dee. All four took in some games during the week.
Thursday, March 15, 2012
SUNYAC play
We opened up conference play in Florida. Unfortunately, we went 1-2.
In the opening game, we did a lot of things well. We picked off three runners, and gunned down a stolen base attempt. We threatened several times early in the game, and stuck with things offensively. Eventually we exploded in the seventh and eighth. The big thing was a lot of extra-base hits. Three doubles in the final two innings, and six on the day.
Overall, we had a more hard hit balls in the game -- even our outs. Heading into the game a few players began to step up after seeing actual action in live games.
The Hammer went to Alex Foster for the day. Fos was inserted as a defensive replacement late in the game and made a diving catch in his first play. He also had big hits in both the innings. He hadn't got much of an opportunity until then.
Game 2 was all Plattsburgh. They threw their ace and limited us to four hits. At least two were doubles.
Game 3 was back and forth. A couple of crazy plays. With Nowak on first, Fetes grounds to the firstbaseman. He throws to second and hits Nowak squarely in the back with the throw. The ball somehow ricochets to the shortstop who steps on the bag. Tough break, but it should have been an out anyway.
Plattsburgh also had a crazy bunt. They like to push bunt. We had Lowe crashing in from third base. Their 2-hitter squared punched at the ball. The bunt landed just out of reach of our SS Bennett on the edge of the outfield grass. Crazy.
We did get another strong outing from Zach Jordon -- no walks in 6.2 innings and only one earned run.
Tomorrow is Skidmore. Let's hope for a sweep! I'd like to give a shout out to Donnie Kirsch. He's checks the blog regularly. Donnie -- we are looking to get good pitches to hit!
In the opening game, we did a lot of things well. We picked off three runners, and gunned down a stolen base attempt. We threatened several times early in the game, and stuck with things offensively. Eventually we exploded in the seventh and eighth. The big thing was a lot of extra-base hits. Three doubles in the final two innings, and six on the day.
Overall, we had a more hard hit balls in the game -- even our outs. Heading into the game a few players began to step up after seeing actual action in live games.
The Hammer went to Alex Foster for the day. Fos was inserted as a defensive replacement late in the game and made a diving catch in his first play. He also had big hits in both the innings. He hadn't got much of an opportunity until then.
Game 2 was all Plattsburgh. They threw their ace and limited us to four hits. At least two were doubles.
Game 3 was back and forth. A couple of crazy plays. With Nowak on first, Fetes grounds to the firstbaseman. He throws to second and hits Nowak squarely in the back with the throw. The ball somehow ricochets to the shortstop who steps on the bag. Tough break, but it should have been an out anyway.
Plattsburgh also had a crazy bunt. They like to push bunt. We had Lowe crashing in from third base. Their 2-hitter squared punched at the ball. The bunt landed just out of reach of our SS Bennett on the edge of the outfield grass. Crazy.
We did get another strong outing from Zach Jordon -- no walks in 6.2 innings and only one earned run.
Tomorrow is Skidmore. Let's hope for a sweep! I'd like to give a shout out to Donnie Kirsch. He's checks the blog regularly. Donnie -- we are looking to get good pitches to hit!
Monday, March 12, 2012
Baruch Bearcats
Unfortunately, we dropped a pair of games to Baruch. Four runs in 14 innings won't get it done too often. As a team, we need to do a better job of seeing what the other team is doing and adjust. I believe Einstein said the definition of insanity is doing the same thing over and over and expecting a different result. Let's make their pitcher adjust.
Positives today were that some of our young arms did well. In Games 1 and 2 combined, freshmen Zach Jordon, Ben Senior, Tommy Mo and Steve Ramsdell combined for 15 -- yes 15 -- strikeouts in their eight innings of work. Better yet, they allowed only one walk. Tommy had six K's over two innings to pull out the Hammer for the day.
Offensively, Chris Messina homered and Lowe continued some good hitting with a triple. Brian Sheehan and Ian Gallagher turned in two-hit games.
Tonight, we will have a freinds and family picnic in the parking lot of the Valu Place. Tomorrow is off and we will prepare for the three-game set vs. Plattsburgh. Get your popcorn ready. Should be a good series. Word is, Terry Park has been re-named Ludwig Field.
Positives today were that some of our young arms did well. In Games 1 and 2 combined, freshmen Zach Jordon, Ben Senior, Tommy Mo and Steve Ramsdell combined for 15 -- yes 15 -- strikeouts in their eight innings of work. Better yet, they allowed only one walk. Tommy had six K's over two innings to pull out the Hammer for the day.
Offensively, Chris Messina homered and Lowe continued some good hitting with a triple. Brian Sheehan and Ian Gallagher turned in two-hit games.
Tonight, we will have a freinds and family picnic in the parking lot of the Valu Place. Tomorrow is off and we will prepare for the three-game set vs. Plattsburgh. Get your popcorn ready. Should be a good series. Word is, Terry Park has been re-named Ludwig Field.
Sunday, March 11, 2012
Split with St. Lawrence
We played a sub-par game and bounced back with a nice game vs. St. Lawrence today. We faced their ace in game one, and he kept the ball down -- a sidearm sinkerballer. We made several mistakes on the bases, but they were all aggressive mistakes. Unfortunately, it cost us. We lost 9-4, and a few runs early on would have made a difference.
Fortunately, we played well in Game 2, winning 12-3. We had out best at bats of the year and several extra-base hits. We have used six different lineups in six games, and we will likely continue that trend. Some guys are starting to fill some roles and be comfortable in what they are asked.
Josh Gascon gave us a shot in the arm with his solid start. We had an 11-1 lead into the fifth. He kept pounding the zone and gave up a couple more after the game was out of hand.
Today's Hammer went to Justin Burns. His double started a big ralley for us. His next at bat resulted in a triple. He finished with an RBI groundout. He has had little opportunity yet, but has been showing up to every day. Great to see him come through. He's got some great tools.
Today, we were also blessed with the presence of Tommy Dee. He'll be staying with the team the next four days. Word is, a couple more alums are on the way down. First thing Tommy brought up was the time Hoss dumped cocktail sauce all over his french fries during his senior meal and blamed Tommy for not looking out for him.
Fortunately, we played well in Game 2, winning 12-3. We had out best at bats of the year and several extra-base hits. We have used six different lineups in six games, and we will likely continue that trend. Some guys are starting to fill some roles and be comfortable in what they are asked.
Josh Gascon gave us a shot in the arm with his solid start. We had an 11-1 lead into the fifth. He kept pounding the zone and gave up a couple more after the game was out of hand.
Today's Hammer went to Justin Burns. His double started a big ralley for us. His next at bat resulted in a triple. He finished with an RBI groundout. He has had little opportunity yet, but has been showing up to every day. Great to see him come through. He's got some great tools.
Today, we were also blessed with the presence of Tommy Dee. He'll be staying with the team the next four days. Word is, a couple more alums are on the way down. First thing Tommy brought up was the time Hoss dumped cocktail sauce all over his french fries during his senior meal and blamed Tommy for not looking out for him.
Friday, March 9, 2012
Game on!
We made it to Florida on Wed. morning . Right before the trip, we watched a video in the Lounge. Dan Greco interviewed all the players and added some clips and commentary. Great way to start off our journey to F-L-A.
Right now, we are four games in heading into an off day. Some late nights and early mornings made it difficult to get in some updates. An off day tomorrow means Greenwell’s for putt putt, video games and go carts this evening.
A summary of the games so far:
We dropped a pair of games to Wheaton. They hit 40+ home runs last year, and we opened with them. A stiff wind was blowing straight out, and they connected for four long balls. They had about eight games under their belt and were really hitting their stride offensively.
We looked rusty that game – offensively and some situational defenses and communication. Not too many good at bats, and we did not adjust to much. Their pitchers pretty much threw the ball over the plate and we didn’t do a lot with them – we did not make their pitchers adjust, leading to only two runs on the day. The only positive was a lot of guys played, especially some freshmen and new players, and hopefully they settle in.
Freshman Ben Senior took home the Hammer. Ben missed much of the fall with a twisted ankle, but threw well. He improved a lot since then. Looks like he’s got a bright future.
Day two was a different story. We started a pair of freshmen on the mound. Steve Ramsdell cruised through the first five with about 45 pitches. No runs, no walks. He tired a little in the 88 degree heat, and gave up a few in the sixth. Kyle Grey slammed the door. He may be our next Andy Dlugosz – throw everyday in relief. He fields his position well, throws strikes and knows how to play.
Zach Jordon started Game 2. He went three strong and we pulled him. We want him ready later in the week with our conference games coming up, so it was a short outing. He threw a lot of strikes.
Zach Hugg relieved for the second game in a row. He picked up (vultured) the win. No earned runs, but gave up three. He allowed two infield hits, and two balls blooped in front of our centerfielder. He also was on the short end of a tough call at first. He pitched with a lead and went after the hitters.
Grey came in and picked up his second save. Did a good job reaching back for the mustard. He relished the opportunity, if you know what I mean.
Offensively, Conner Lorenzo got on base in all eight plate appearances. Four hits, two walks and two reached on errors. Former leadoff hitter Jordan Basile had a knack for getting on base on errors. It’s no coincidence. Conner plays hard and is fast. So was Prime Time.
Dillon Lowe took home the Hammer. He had four hits on the day, and made a diving tag on an attempted steal of third, and picked a runner off second after getting the relay from right fielder Ian Gallagher. Solid all-around game.
Dan Greco also had a solid day. A couple of rangy catches, productive at bats and some really heads up plays on the bases. He reminds me a lot of our former second baseman. Word is, there is one more Greco boy coming down the pipeline in a few years.
Freshman Ryan Carmody is making a mark early. He’s played in all four games and is good to have at the bottom of the order.
I’d like to give a shout-out to a couple of second basemen – Josh Greco and Tommy Dee. It’s fun to watch little brother Dan play – heads up and never takes a play off. Great leadership, too, just like Josh. Tommy is coming up for a few games on Sunday. Maybe he can attend his fifth Senior Dinner. Arguably the most popular Blue Devil ever.
Right now, we are four games in heading into an off day. Some late nights and early mornings made it difficult to get in some updates. An off day tomorrow means Greenwell’s for putt putt, video games and go carts this evening.
A summary of the games so far:
We dropped a pair of games to Wheaton. They hit 40+ home runs last year, and we opened with them. A stiff wind was blowing straight out, and they connected for four long balls. They had about eight games under their belt and were really hitting their stride offensively.
We looked rusty that game – offensively and some situational defenses and communication. Not too many good at bats, and we did not adjust to much. Their pitchers pretty much threw the ball over the plate and we didn’t do a lot with them – we did not make their pitchers adjust, leading to only two runs on the day. The only positive was a lot of guys played, especially some freshmen and new players, and hopefully they settle in.
Freshman Ben Senior took home the Hammer. Ben missed much of the fall with a twisted ankle, but threw well. He improved a lot since then. Looks like he’s got a bright future.
Day two was a different story. We started a pair of freshmen on the mound. Steve Ramsdell cruised through the first five with about 45 pitches. No runs, no walks. He tired a little in the 88 degree heat, and gave up a few in the sixth. Kyle Grey slammed the door. He may be our next Andy Dlugosz – throw everyday in relief. He fields his position well, throws strikes and knows how to play.
Zach Jordon started Game 2. He went three strong and we pulled him. We want him ready later in the week with our conference games coming up, so it was a short outing. He threw a lot of strikes.
Zach Hugg relieved for the second game in a row. He picked up (vultured) the win. No earned runs, but gave up three. He allowed two infield hits, and two balls blooped in front of our centerfielder. He also was on the short end of a tough call at first. He pitched with a lead and went after the hitters.
Grey came in and picked up his second save. Did a good job reaching back for the mustard. He relished the opportunity, if you know what I mean.
Offensively, Conner Lorenzo got on base in all eight plate appearances. Four hits, two walks and two reached on errors. Former leadoff hitter Jordan Basile had a knack for getting on base on errors. It’s no coincidence. Conner plays hard and is fast. So was Prime Time.
Dillon Lowe took home the Hammer. He had four hits on the day, and made a diving tag on an attempted steal of third, and picked a runner off second after getting the relay from right fielder Ian Gallagher. Solid all-around game.
Dan Greco also had a solid day. A couple of rangy catches, productive at bats and some really heads up plays on the bases. He reminds me a lot of our former second baseman. Word is, there is one more Greco boy coming down the pipeline in a few years.
Freshman Ryan Carmody is making a mark early. He’s played in all four games and is good to have at the bottom of the order.
I’d like to give a shout-out to a couple of second basemen – Josh Greco and Tommy Dee. It’s fun to watch little brother Dan play – heads up and never takes a play off. Great leadership, too, just like Josh. Tommy is coming up for a few games on Sunday. Maybe he can attend his fifth Senior Dinner. Arguably the most popular Blue Devil ever.
Josh Gascon and Kyle Koslowski check in after a round of golf as John Bennett watches.
The annual go-cart rides at Greenwell's.
Thursday, March 1, 2012
The Athletic Pitcher
Our pitchers have been using the Athletic Pitcher program for the past four years. Newcomer Evan Carmello is a veteran of the program -- he has been doing several years prior to coming to Fredonia State.
Evan impressed his teammates with his speed on the med ball/trunk rotation workout. Here is a video of him showing some quick core explosion with a 12-pound med ball.
Evan was the last pitcher given an opportunity in the fall (he also plays second base), but has proven to be very consistent. Good to see him work hard an show his teammates a thing or two.
I'd like to give a shout out to his father, Al, who played for FSU back in the day.
Evan impressed his teammates with his speed on the med ball/trunk rotation workout. Here is a video of him showing some quick core explosion with a 12-pound med ball.
Evan was the last pitcher given an opportunity in the fall (he also plays second base), but has proven to be very consistent. Good to see him work hard an show his teammates a thing or two.
I'd like to give a shout out to his father, Al, who played for FSU back in the day.
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