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The crack of the bat…the ball popping in the leather glove…the umpire’s call…”Safe”…the sights and sounds of spring sports around the baseball and softball fields. It’s time to throw out the first pitch…VYPE Three Rivers presents this month’s VYPE FAB FIVE as we rank the top five baseball and softball teams in search of a state championship.
1. Eufaula—The Ironheads combination of hitting and pitching has head coach Preston James squad ready for the playoffs as a quintet of seniors including Daniel Salters, Saylor McLish, Brady Colbert, Braddock Dobbs and Dylan Helms lead the charge.
The VYPE Fab Five ranking may well see some changes as the season continues and local teams settle the question of which teams are the best choice for a solid gold “championship season.”
You can be a part of the VYPE Fab Five rankings by submitting your vote by email:
editor@vype.com.
2. Wister—Fresh off winning the LeFlore County Tournament championship, Clint Crane, Cody Luna and Cody Turnipseed and teammates have the Wildcats playing near playoff form seeking a repeat of last year’s state title.
3. Hilldale—The Hornets balanced pitching and hitting are nearing playoff form with pack plenty of punch Hunter Harrison, Jarrard Poteete, Dalton Cunningham, Seth Boling and Scott Rodden making Hilldale tough to beat.
4. Stilwell—The pitching of lefthander Gabe Coldwell and right hander Tyler Fourkiller plus the switch-hitting of Austin Catron have the Pirates playing at the top of their game for coach Tim Barton in his 28th year.
5. Wagoner—One game at a time, the Bulldogs continue their climb to the top with Taylor Bosco, Tyler Claunch, Dylan Cannon, Wyatt Grooms and Justin Ferrell anchoring the lineup.
On Deck Tahlequah - Spiro - Warner
1. Tahlequah—Randee O’Donnell, Kaitlenn Rippetoe, Jessica Blalock, Jenna Reed and Whitney Whittmore are part of the reasons why the Tigers appear to have the right combination of defense and offense to make a run at the Class 6A title.
2. Muskogee—Long ball power is evident in the lineup for the Roughers with Shaylee Rowland, Jessi Venable, Paige Gann and Coco Epps going yard while Hannah Alexander, Nia Maxwell and Kelsey McClure deliver timely hits.
3. Oktaha—Bailey Masterson continues to provide long ball power with teammates Lauryne Dester, Caitlyn Sikes, Kylie Weidel and Shelby Gamble hitting the gaps to create scoring opportunities for the Tigers.
4. Warner—The Eagles continue to get solid performance in the circle from Brandy Center and timely hitting from Brooke Stidham and Kristen Lane as the playoffs approach.
5. Poteau—Coach Misty Collins squad continues to battle a talent laden 6A lineup but refuse to give up hopes for possible playoff run to the state tournament as Natalee King and RaeLynn Caldwell top the lineup card.
Outside Looking In Sequoyah Tahlequah - Vian - Red Oak
Baseball & Softball teams in Three Rivers Territory…are built TOUGH…
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VYPEOK.COM | APRIL 2012
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