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Dave I hope alls going well with your project, with what we spoke of this area IS needing something like this to showcase the area talent, especially joining Mike Rutledge's program in Houston, this was without a dought maximum exposure when my son played for him. All the best...WW

Could be wrong but isn't it Seminole that holds the record now at 55 wins, the yr my son n Coach Landry played for them they went into the seriies @ 56-6, same yr they set 2 HR records, the most by a team >>187, along with 38 by Cade Johnson, another record set by a Seminole player that yr was the most hits in a season by Dany Scalabrini 122. I dought the HR records will be broke but what do I know

Heres a site with a few other reporting stations around Sabine Lake other than Mesquite Point or Sth of, if you look there are stations listed; the one showing Neches River is located at the Rainbow bridge, the one showing Port Author is in the river along Pleasure Island, you can get the GPS #s listed from each pg and enter it @ Google Earth for the exact locations. [Hidden Content] The other one I also use is [Hidden Content]

This is the site this was posted on, its on the 'Bluewater board" along with other members comments on a LONG going issue on Red Snapper. This site is full of info, I would recommend checking it out. thanks. [Hidden Content] heres the link to the site [Hidden Content]

Heres a letter from the Fed agents (NOAA) enforcement side to us as Recreational anglers concerning the Snapper situation in our part of the Gulf. I copied n pasted this from another fishing website. This is a plea for you to help us rather than hate us. This is not meant to provoke anyone. But we feel like it is best to speak plainly and as honest as we can. We are serious about wanting to build some bridges with you and to clear up some misconceptions, and seek your help. We approached Monty about this idea, and he welcomed it and supported it and agrees something needs to be done. We have already met many of you on the water, and have positive interactions and have built some great working relationships with you. There are 2 NOAA Special Agents (and a Boss) in the Galveston, TX office. We have a very broad enforcement mission only part of which includes recreational enforcement. Fact is, we spend about 90% of our time enforcing commercial violations. We are Special Agents and have full authority to arrest, inspect, seize, bear firearms, serve warrants and subpoenas, etc.. Matt and I have one pet-peeve, Lying. We are pretty easy- going except when someone lies to us while on the job. We have and use a NOAA OLE patrol boat which is based in Galveston, TX. Because there are so few of us, we have an agreement with the USCG and TPW to enforce some of the federal regulations while they are conducting their normal jobs. NOAA OLE trains the USCG and TPW to perform these tasks. We realize the short season has a huge economic impact on the charter industry, and it takes away what people traditionally like to fish for year round. You are used to being able to do this year round, we get that. However, as Texans, you should be and probably are very proud of your heritage and your ability to manage fish and game such as the red fish, and world class deer hunting ranches and leases. Try to consider that the red snapper fishery in the Gulf of Mexico is much the same. Instead of complaining that they can’t be caught year round, let’s come to the agreement that while they are getting a break from fishing pressure, they obviously are having time to rebuild and repopulate at an unprecedented rate, virtually guaranteeing a world class fishery that will be around for many years to come. One unique thing about this area is that the weather allows you to fish year round. Remember that in many parts of the world, fishing is out of the question due to cold and snow. Anywhere there is a fishery, there will always need to be size limits and season closures in order to ensure the longevity of the fish. Think of the way in which people work on cultivate their deer leases all year long so they can harvest the best deer on the property. Just because the deer are there all year does not mean that you can harvest them year round. I truly believe that snapper are the same, and someday in the near future, the season can return to a much better situation than it is today, and when it does, the fishing will be better than it has ever been. So let’s all work together to continue to help sustain and improve the fishery. They are your fish, they are my fish, they are your client’s fish. Let’s keep people from taking them when they are not supposed to. If you are one of those who are taking them, please stop before we have to become involved. If you are already one who respects the rules, please help us convince others to do the same. What we promise to give you in return is to always do our best to respond to your questions, and to reports of people who are not playing by the same rules you are being asked to. We also promise to give regular feedback on what cases have been made (to the level we are allowed to). We cannot give out boat names and list people by name, but we can tell you that a significant stop was made, and what the result was. If you would like, we could even have our own thread, or a way to contact us directly through a confidential email. We have a NOAA HOTLINE to report fishery violations, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week anywhere in the US and Caribbean. This line is answered by a live person. The caller can remain anonymous if they choose to do so. However, it always helps if we can call you back. The reason we reached out to you is to build a relationship among recreational fishermen and enforcement. Matt and I are seasoned, intelligent, and professional agents. We are not thugs who hate recreational fishermen. Quite the opposite is true. We both took this job to help preserve and sustain the fishery for future fishermen. That being said, we don’t make the law, we just enforce it. We do have a job to do, and it involves determining if federal regulations were violated. Do you think a violator is just going to say “you got meâ€? Come on! We would never find the real violators if we were that easy. We are not out looking for ways to catch you doing something wrong; we are way too busy for that. We are only looking for those that are blatantly/knowingly/intentionally violating the law and trying to hide it. For example, a non-permitted boat who takes out a paid charter trip (even advertises it), but tells the paying customers to say “we are only friendsâ€. If the recreational fishermen don’t stop these people, enforcement will. Our goal is for the recreational fishermen to police themselves so that we don’t become involved. We would rather be fishing than documenting a case against someone. So far, this has not occurred, therefore Matt and I have been checking boats for federal violations. If a recreational fisherman is upset at the federal regulation, he/she should focus their efforts at having the law changed, not continuing to violate the law. For example, we know for a fact that there aren't many productive state spots on this part of the coast. I’m sure there are a few, but they are well kept secrets known only to a few. ‘All’ the boats catching limits of sow snapper are NOT catching them in State waters. Hey, if there were more Reefs inside State waters with nice snapper on them, we would all be happier. Instead of working on this issue, some 2coolers constantly think/post of ways to get their GPS to show they were actually in State waters when in fact they were in Federal waters (Closed Season). Enforcement is not the problem, ‘violators’ are. In regards to the GPS units: While we clearly have the authority to seize the units (as well as fish, and other gear), we would never seize the unit just to ‘prove a point’ or ‘promote thuggery’. When we seize anything, we use professional judgment. If we have no reason to believe you have violated the law, we would not seize the unit. Just don’t put us in a situation where we have no other choice. Even worse, if we have a boat has extreme multiple violations the last step is to seize and forfeit the entire boat in order to stop the violations, and or prosecute someone in the Federal criminal system, where people go to real jails with real criminals. So let’s not go there. We would hope things would never have to go that far. Believe us, we have many things we would rather be doing than the time and paperwork it would cost to go through this process. But we will do what we have to enforce the law and protect your resource. Sometimes fines mean nothing to people, regardless of the amount. Then, and only then do we have to use sharpest tools in our toolbox. We would much rather people just obey the law and encourage others to do the same. Many have said that we are only after recreational boats, and are ignoring the commercial sector. This is not true, in fact quite the opposite. To show you that most of our work involves the commercial fishery, here are cases from myself and Matt this past year: Keep in mind that the fines issued may not always seem like enough, but they are tailored to fit the situation and the value of the resource taken. In many cases the catch was seized in addition to the fines below. Commercial IFQ Vessel IFQ violations in Beaumont. $4,000 fine issued 03/09 Commercial IFQ Buyer IFQ violations in Beaumont,$4,000 fine issued 3/09. Commercial IFQ Vessel IFQ Violations in Galveston. $30,000 fine 3/09 Commercial IFQ Buyer IFQ $30,000 fine issued 3/09 Shrimp Vessel Failure to take an observer $30,000 fine issued 3/09 Commercial IFQ Vessel Galveston, failure to take observer $10,000 fine issued 1/09 Charter Vessel charter vessel without a permit. fine Pending. Shrimp Vessel Illegal TED flap extensions. $500 SS Paid in 11/08. Shrimp vessel Illegal TED flap extensions. $500 SS Paid 10/08 Commercial IFQ Vessel for anchoring within the Flower Gardens. fine Pending. Recreational Vessel with 22 Red Snapper fillets. $4,000 issued 01/09. Shrimp Vessel fishing in closed waters,TED violations.$25K fine 12/08. Shrimp Vessel TEDS violations $1000 summary settlement paid 11/08. Shrimp Vessel TEDS violations. $500 summary settlement paid 10/08. Shrimp Vessel TEDS case, $500 SS not paid, convert to fine 4/09. Charter Vessel Charter w/o permits, fine Pending. Charter Vessel Charter w/o permits fine Pending. Shrimp Vessel TEDS case, $2000 summary settlement paid 10/08. Commercial Importer in Houston, TX false documents to ship live turtle- Pending. Commercial IFQ Vessel-12,000 pounds illegal red snapper- $55,000 fine, 90 day permit sanction. Shrimp Vessel- Fail to take and observer- $9000 fine and 18 day permit sanction. Commercial Dealer- Purchase $1M of fish without a dealer permit- $100,000 fine Charter Vessel- Freeport, with 26 red snapper fillets and closed season- fine pending Commercial IFQ vessel- Sell IFQ red snapper to restaurants – fine pending Summary: Matt and I are the two NOAA Special Agents stationed in Galveston, TX. We are professional and treat everyone with the respect they deserve. We are NOT, as a commercial fishermen told me last week “issuing out fishermen euthanasia’ and we are not, as a 2Cooler has stated today “viewing you as the enemy and only out to issue you a violationâ€. We are not making the laws, only enforcing them. Oh, and we do not have a hidden agenda nor have we been instructed by NOAA to concentrate on the recreational sector. We are good at our jobs and focus our attention where the violators are. We are in fact, fishermen just like you. We want all of you to enjoy all the ‘legal’ fishing you can stand (even in State Waters). Please work with us and not against us. Please concentrate on changing the laws, not ways to get away with violating it. Rather than trying to make your best informed guess at how to interpret the law on say “What constitutes a charter vs. friends sharing fuel,†just ask us. That is what we are here for. We are public servants and work for you. We welcome your suggestions on ways to improve ‘enforcement’. Our office number is 409-770-0812. We are located at 601 Rosenberg St., Room 309 Galveston, TX 77553. If you would like us to have a “Thread†on 2cool, just let Monty know. We will do whatever we can to be more accessible to you.

Yea, what he said...

Suprised no one has mentioned Nolan Ryan, the stros use prospects as 'trade bait' as do others...

I duno, one thing that is a FACT>>if you don't hit you don't win....

There was a pitcher from HJ in 98 that had 147 in 77 ip, was the roommate of Coach Landry in JUCO...

Here are some comments about his last start: Joe Reardon: He walked 18. Larry: New league record! Joe Reardon: Struck out 18. Larry: Another new league record! In addition he hit the sportswriter, the public address announcer, the bull mascot twice... [Joe laughs] Larry: Also new league records! But, Joe, this guy's got some serious stuff! "He's got a million dollar arm, but a five cent head..." If you don't know by now the worlds full of m

Wanted to concentrate on playing football at RICE. For a kid that was 6'4"+ and a lanky lefthander he had the makings to go somewhere as a pitcher no dought, I had heard last yr he was taking hitting lessons>go figure, IMO it wouldn't have took much to be a prospect on the mound...

I would think Ronnie Andersons @ WOS record would be hard to match...

What happened to the tall left handed player (Skinner I think), I thought he was a senior this yr?

Look for HJ to keep a perfect Dist record >>Ofer-? and I'm a HJ fan BUT also a Landry fan no matter who they play...

"If they locked you up for being a umpire, they would have a inocent man" by ME

Tried to PM you but can't for some reason, I contacted my son who worked with Morgan a cpl of yrs with the pitchers, he would be interested if he could work around his 'real job' Would like a little more info. He has all the qualifications needed and some. [email protected]

and you went to HS at ??????

Well I for 1 think you should change your name here....

Isn't KCK a Div 1 JUCO school I do know BMC is a Div 2, my son played for Cowley CC in Ark City Ka, I was thinking KCK was in their confer. but its been a few yrs...

Actually a girl can play on the boys team >>IF there is no girls baseball program per UIL rules...

Evidently your not from around HJ, TCYB has always pushed fundamentals along with winning, afterall competition is what drives this country. TCYB >>started this 16 yrs back when they invited Dr. Bragg Stockton to use their fields for teaching fundamentals, skill n-drills, this continues still today, is there any other youth programs that do this or have in the past>>NO. When I did coach, the first practice would be a 'sitdown talk' and I would tell both parents and kids I play to win afterall loosing is no fun, all will play, everyone will start every other game. Look around in the 7-10y/o groups most anywhere, MOST can't play >>catch>> keep looking and you can pick the ones out that play at home with dad or mom>>IMHO this is where it starts...

The grass broke away from the shoreline during the storm, BTW there have been lots of reds caught in the grass lately along with birds off the La side. Better be quick or close to the birds when they start as they wont work long...

I guess that is pointed at me, Jealous>>NOT really, why should I be, mine did thro in the 90s played college ball along with 2 yrs with the Rangers org,>>read above post, I have caught a pitcher that did thro in the 90s consistantly with a gun behind me, I was refering to how the actuall speed seem to climb from what it really is. I do know from watching the diff in a 85 and 90+ actually you can hear the diff esspecially if catching, BUT what the hay do I know...BTW what does your reseme consist of ??

I'll agree its better today than it was 10yrs back and for sure more Drs are having good results. My son falls into the 17% that wasn't, but I will say according to the Rangers Dr Conway my son is one of those who have massive scartissue buildup and this can not be helped as its in the genes. Dr James Andrews did my sons elbow 1 week after he did J Smoltzs, there must have been 8-10 other Drs watching the surgery. The rehab after is hard and painfull but hopefully will payoff in the end, all the best to him.

I don't have a dog in this fight other than I have seen Matt throw in a game and in lessons. You can take the fact that he is a Jr. out of it. He is one of the most impressive kids I have ever seen on the mound if not the most impressive. The command he shows is unbelievable. Does that mean he will never have a bad day? No. If you are a pitcher sooner or later you are going to get lit up and or have a bad day. Instead of sitting on the computer doubting him, why don't you go watch him play. He is a better kid than he is a baseball player and that's saying something. I can only hope my boys look at Matt and want to be like him and I'm not just talking about being a baseball player. Woooa I've seen him pitch more than once, there is NO dought he's a gamer along with a ICON for younger players as his dedication is second to none. I just questioned him at 92 and a Jr thats all, but I'm sure you too have heard of kids that are supposed to be in the 90s. I have heard this more than a cpl of times, I overheard some men talking about a boy at HJ throwing 94, for the record it was my son they were talking about and he never touched the 90s in high school, college yes but not in HS and he was 6'4". Maybe (hopefully) Matt will be another Billy Wagner>>short with plenty of gas...