I was pretty excited since he is an amazing player who may become a professional one day.. In a span of a week, the righty pitched in all four state playoff games and helped the Raiders reach heights they havent seen in years. Cookie Settings/Do Not Sell My Personal Information. Dean says this years Raiders team began bonding during winter workouts at Teels Baseball and Softball Training Center. 2024 RHP Kyle Purvin (Ramapo) ATH 5'10/166lbs Compact, repeatable arm stroke. The connections that you make with the players and coaches, I'll definitely miss that.". Marro was the MVP of his freshman team two years ago but has missed the last two seasons with injuries. Hustle it out. Signs and speeches . I think there are more walks and hit by pitches than there used to be. 5. Ramapo (19-14) took a 1-0 lead in the first inning when junior Jake Lopez grounded out to first base with two outs, scoring Teel from third. "We were really upset about how we kind of got beat (in a rain-suspended game against Briarcliff), and we've kind of bounced back and went to war. Hamilton West at Notre Dame: This would have been the best game of the day. Niko attacked the zone and trusted his defense, Ramapo coach Garrison Ward said. 2023 EHM PRODUCTIONS,INC. a player was struck by a bullet while he was standing in the bullpen -- and had to be rushed to a . For full access to live scores, breaking news and analysis from our Varsity Aces team,subscribe today. We had so many kids who worked so hard to get bigger and stronger, I was excited to see what they were able to do. A big reason for Ramapos success has been its starting pitching, led by junior Niko Logothetis. Local journalism that holds the powerful accountable, celebrates where we live and helps us solve problems. He [Kaiser] didnt have great control of his slider. "That'll be what I'll miss the most, the connections and competitions between the other teams and other coaches too," Saunders said. Top Performers. Games in which pitchers are issuing a lot of walks will often take longer because more pitches are being thrown. "He's created a winning culture, winning program, and his leadership, baseball acumen and people skills are why this program is the way it is.". "Playing how we did today shows that we definitely have the potential, and we just got to keep battling," Byram Hills sophomore Bryce Baskind said. Softball: Ramsey, Ramapo, Emerson Boro advance - BCWCA/Bergen Co. All Top Performers. This is an unedited user writing submission. User Agreement, Monfort, a senior, fanned 32 in 20 innings. Terrifying moment during a collegiate baseball game Saturday . Every practice, there's a purpose to every sign. Auburndale, FL : The Ramapo College baseball team blanked Westminster College ( PA) this afternoon, 5 - 0, as the Roadrunners recorded a combined no - hitter. Ridgewood at Ramapo: Ridgewood, the defending Group 5 champions, would have been a team ranked between 10-15 in the NJ.com Top 20. Saunders' all-time record now sits at 200-130-2. Players likely are aware of the new MLB rules, but it has had little to no impact on how they pitch, work the batters box, or move between innings. Check out the photo gallery, then continue reading. Coach Martin brings a wealth of baseball experience and a long history of baseball tradition with him to the Mahwah campus. NJ Division North I Group III. If you forgot your password, no worries: enter your email address and we'll send you a link you can use to pick a new password. and YouTube's terms of service is available here. March 11, 2021. Under the section of pitching infractions, delay of game, Rule 6.2 C, a batter shall be awarded one ball, for the pitcher, failing to pitch or make or attempt a play, including a legal feint, within 20 seconds after he has received the ball., Weve always had that rule, said Gojdycz, who has been umpiring more than 40 years and is secretary of the Bergen County Umpires Association. Logothetis retired 10 of the final 11 batters he faced. Scoreboard: Scores, schedule, results and more for May 1-7 high school baseball. Michael Esposito is the new head coach at Ramapo. YouTube's privacy policy is available here Get TMZ breaking news sent right to your browser. Audrey Lelyo Paramus Catholic 2017. |. Your California Privacy Rights/Privacy Policy. The views, information, or opinions expressed in this article are solely those of the author and do not necessarily represent those of Best Version Media or its employees. On Friday, Logothetis was at it again, this time leading Ramapo to a 3-2 win over Montville in the North 1, Group 3 title game. Wt. ", "My favorite thing is when they come back," Saunders said. 1 0 obj That being said, Im not saying that rule has always been enforced.. Cops are urging anyone with information about the incident to call 903-798-3876 or Texarkana Area Crime Stoppers. On 4/11, the Ramapo varsity baseball team won their away non-conference game against Delaware Valley (Frenchtown, NJ) by a score of 11-4. Parents Lea and Chris are united in cheering for Dean and the rest of the Raiders roster, however, they are not in agreement when it comes to MLB teams. Were going to keep this train rolling.. Hamilton West would likely have handed the ball to senior lefty Nick Diaz. Will umpires and coaches yell, Hustle it up! even more to players? Ramapo is a state sectional champion for the first time since 2005. The kids arent being selfish, they knew this was their one chance. He led Ramapo to the only baseball county title in school history in 1997, with a pitching coach named Joe . Thankfully, both the school and police said in statements the 18-year-old is now in stable condition. "It's a testament to the coaches that we've had, the players that we currently have and all the guys that have been through the program," said Saunders, at times holding back tears after the milestone win. Nick Gantaifis is a high school sports reporter for NorthJersey.com. Wednesday was supposed to be opening day for New Jersey High School baseball and Millburn was supposed to play at Seton Hall Prep, its biggest rival. 2023 Advance Local Media LLC. "Just tried to help out the team," Ettinger said of his all-around day. <> Terrifying moment during a collegiate baseball game Saturday a player was struck by a bullet while he was standing in the bullpen -- and had to be rushed to a nearby hospital. It was a great feeling.. Coach DeFazio is a northern New Jersey . Ramapo baseball celebrates sectional title win over Montville. Until his collegiate baseball career begins, Dean is focused on wins for the Ramapo Raiders. Banks, cops said on Monday morning, turned himself in on Sunday night on a felony deadly conduct warrant. With MLB's initiative, which has reduced games from 3 hours, 9 minutes to 2:38, is a pitch clock heading to a local diamond near you? Its our confidence and thats made a difference. Teel. It is with great pleasure that we announce the recommendation of Mr. Michael DeFazio as the new Ramapo High School Head Football Coach. Ramapo baseball tops Montville to claim first sectional title in 17 years. If Im in a groove, I stay in a groove and try to keep my tempo throughout the game, said Cha, who homered against Ramapo and seeks to help Old Tappan repeat as Bergen County champion. Brian Chapman, the head baseball coach at Millburn, still checks the weather for game days a habit developed over years of coaching in the unpredictable elements of the Northeast. We didnt have an identity all year. "Ramapo coaches Garrison Ward and Mike Esposito are encouraging and bond with the players. I was sitting fastball to be honest. Stolen Base RANK SB. Final. I dont think its creeping in yet.. Coach DeFazio will join the Ramapo Indian Hills Regional High School District with a passion and commitment to leadership, character, academics, and athletic excellence. Until they add a pitch clock for high school, Ill probably start thinking about it then., I have some that work fast, some that work extremely slow. "Unfortunately in the last few years at Ramapo we have dealt with a lot of loss. Im always, Cmon, lets go, guys. Ramapo Baseball Head Coach: Mike Esposito Record: 7-6 2-2 in Big North - Freedom Home Stats Roster Standings Power Points Pitch Count 2022-2023 Subscriber Exclusive Top daily baseball. While Saunders may have wanted to keep it a secret, everyone was more than ready to celebrate a coach that had been so influential for their program. I dont think its necessary in high school, not at all, said Passaic Tech coach Robert Nutile, among a dozen people providing their perspective for this story. Notre Dame would likely have started right-hander Nick Feretic, who struck out 36 and walked 14 in 32.4 innings. "But Im optimistic that the more the pitch clock stays around in MLB, it will wear off on the kids., Coaches also said a longer preseason would help shorten games, Your California Privacy Rights/Privacy Policy. |, Matt Cosentino | For NJ Advance Media |, Kevin Minnick | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com Its in the rulebook of the Indiana-based National Federation of State High School Associations, points out longtime North Jersey umpire John Gojdycz. All rights reserved (About Us). Potok has a 90 mph fastball and is a Coastal Carolina commit. With school likely closed at least until the end of April by the coronavirus, spring high school sports are on hold too. Investigative reporting that gives you an inside look at New Jersey schools, politics, environment and the mob. Bello had 39 hits and 24 RBI last spring. He'll enjoy another career highlight in his final season. Diaz was 7-1 as a junior with 1.01 ERA and 30 strikeouts in 40 innings. Bishop Eustace at Eastern: Another game between two teams with tremendous tradition. C H u n t S o . Sophomore Payne Teel had the game-winning hit in the third inning when he laced a line drive single to right field on a 1-2 count, scoring Connor Saslow and Jack Klein. Morristown returns senior lefty Joe Pucek, a Maryland-Baltimore County recruit, who struck out 51 in 39 innings and Pat Monfort. Its now my senior year and I want to play, have fun, and win.. Ben Marx had a hit and a RBI. He holds an impressive 422-340-2 overall coaching record (.552 winning percentage). The family will have a new team to cheer for in September when Dean joins the Fairfield University Stags baseball team. They wanted one last ride., Even the invincible arent invincible: HS baseball coach, 30, dies of coronavirus, Ben Luderer was a member of Don Bosco's 2008 national championship team. Toms River South at Jackson Memorial: Ken Frank would have led his Indians into Larry DZio Field for a big Shore Conference Class A South test. You will now be able to customize your experience on our website. Logothetis threw 99 pitches over seven innings, striking out eight and giving up eight hits. Montville ace Ian Kaiser threw 100 pitches in six innings, surrendering three hits and three runs (two earned) with seven strikeouts and two walks. I admire his style of play and his attitude on the field.. |, Craig Epstein | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com The Houston Rockets introduced former Boston Celtics head coach Ime Udoka as the franchise's next coach on Wednesday. His time in the dugout is spent offering encouragement and enjoying camaraderie. Your chance will come and never give up always give 110%.. Old Bridge at Morristown: This is a game between two teams that would have had outstanding pitching staffs. Plus, access to your favorite pro and college teams. I have been watching the live streams of the baseball games and I cant wait to be a part of them, said Dean. Attack the field, Passaic Techs Nutile said. OJJ.o'O|^{{]uu2h+H$/^twwB&---}}}`Z"|vD?L{E{YD%(=1o_tNk=2@I. Dean turns to music for his pre-game ritual. Pos. Weve had the same strategy since we played Don Bosco. Once Byram Hills got the final out to secure its 10-2 road victory on Monday afternoon, his players quickly swarmed him, with some spraying him with water bottles in the celebratory fanfare. It helped the team advance to the county semi-finals.. The man had become synonymous with the Bobcats' baseball program over his 16 seasons at the helm, and while his players have always strived for victory, as Monday's game unwound against Edgemont, they knew it wasn't going to be just another win it was going to be Saunders' 200th. "We are excited to add Ryan as a fulltime member of the athletic . If Jackson Memorial isnt loaded enough, keep an eye on sophomore Zach Crochfelt, who excels as both a pitcher and hitter. (AP Photo/Michael Reaves) During Fridays 7-1 win at Ramapo, the right-hander didnt have his best stuff, but he kept at it. "Big 200, so a little more pep in our step, a little more juice for today," Byram Hills junior Dylan Ettinger said. New Jersey Athletic Conference, All Rights Reserved. FRANKLIN LAKES Ramapo has thrived off momentum and triumphed on emotion this season. As Ramapo coach Garrison Ward said succinctly: Its too much to monitor., Im not sure something like a pitch clock could be implemented at our level, River Dell coach Dennis Sasso said. I listen to rap music and it pumps me up and gives me energy, said Dean. It means a lot. Portnoy is committed to Rutgers. Ryan Dalal went 2-for-3 and scored a run. Lets be honest we are however many years into the pitch-count monitoring and that still causes all sorts of chaos and confusion.". ", Rankings: Ketcham stays atop baseball rankings, first 2023 playoff seed projections for each class, Scoreboard: Scores, schedule, results and more for May 1-7 high school baseball, Gallery: Photo gallery of Byram Hills-Briarcliff baseball, before it was suspended by the rain. Ramapo College of New Jersey Athletics Schedule Softball Mar 7 at John Jay College 3:00 PM Softball Mar 7 at John Jay College 5:00 PM Softball Mar 11 at Nebraska Wesleyan University 2:00 PM Softball Mar 11 vs #20 Babson College 4:30 PM Softball Mar 12 at #11 Case Western Reserve University 9:00 AM Softball Mar 12 vs Salve Regina 11:30 AM Softball Notre Dame was the Mercer County Tournament champion. Coaches also pointed out that the length of the game has as much to do with how well pitchers are pitching as it does the pace they're working at. Several coaches noted that the cost and added responsibility of adding a pitch clock would be too much to handle. But I dont know if it would help the game overall, because I dont know if kids would be used to it.. Ramapo has won four straight games and has outscored its opponents, 26-10 during that span. Or, Ill even tell the coach, Hey, your kid is coming close to 20 seconds. Not that any of us carry watches and time it, but we do try to move it along.. 5/1/2023 10:21 AM PT. Ramapo had three hits Klein, Teel and JT Psirogianes. I'm excited for new challenges and certainly excited to help be an advocate for all of our players and coaches at Byram Hills. The Cougars defeated Millburn, 10-8 in the North 2, Group 3 final on Friday. Coaches, under most circumstances, want to move the action along as well, preferring a seven-inning game that ends closer to a brisk two hours rather than a tedious three hours. Ramapo beat Montville, 3-2, in the North 1, Group 3 sectional final. 2023 Advance Local Media LLC. ", One last time at The Dob in 2023. Mahwah, NJ: Interim Athletic Director Jan Koslowsky announced today the hiring of Ryan Rinsky as the full-time baseball coach effective August 31st. "We are excited to add Ryan as a fulltime member of the athletic . Mike DiPaolo went 1-for-2 with a RBI. Baseball & softball fields sit empty before Opening Day. Excited to announce our Captains for the 2023 season. The material on this site may not be reproduced, distributed, transmitted, cached or otherwise used, except with the prior written permission of Advance Local. I tell the underclassmen not to get discouraged sitting on the bench and to always give it your all, said the team captain. Ramapo Baseball Head Coach: Mike Esposito Record: 19-15 6-4 in Big North - Freedom Home Stats. We knew they were a great team and were hot. After coaching his 16th season as the varsity baseball head coach, he will be transitioning from coaching to an administrative role and is slated to become the assistant athletic director at Byram Hills next year. Tom Gattoni Pascack Valley 2017. List of Bergen County Coaches in State Hall of Fame. Ramapos two pitchers also worked quickly and the game took 1:55. 4 0 obj It all started to come together for the Raiders when they stunned top-seeded Don Bosco, 1-0, in the Bergen County Tournament quarterfinals on May 21.
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