Rake1

It's beyond laughable that folks like Hondo21 (with a grand total of 12 posts) make such wild accusations as they continue to grind their axe. The notion that any player is on the field because he is a "good kid" or as Hondo21 puts it "polite and well mannered" instead of another player who is better at the position is so disrespectful to the entire coaching staff it's not even comprehensible. I'm sure somewhere folks like Hondo21 were on the "fire Cornel bus" in 2011 when WO-S started the season 1-3 and then they fell by the wayside as the Mustangs reeled off 9 straight wins en route to the 4th round of the playoffs. Here is a newsflash for all the haters out there........
 
YOU DO NOT WIN AS MANY GAMES AS WOS HAS BY PLAYING THE WRONG GUYS!!!! IT DOES NOT WORK LIKE THAT!!! IF IT DID THEN THE RELIGOUS SCHOOLS WOULD RULE TEXAS HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL BECAUSE THEY ARE SUPPOSED TO BE THE BEST CITIZENS!! (insert sarcasm LOL!)
 
It's just absolutely incredible that this many people are so up in arms over this situation after 1 loss to a quality program, talk about fair weather fans. And for all the folks screaming for a change at the QB position I invite you to take a look at the tape because 1 guy does not lose a game by himself. Plenty of blame to go around that's for sure. Were there some passes overthrown, yes. Were there some good passes dropped, yes. Were there other variables that contributed to the loss, absolutely. Please do us all a favor and either get over it, get out, or get on board and support the team. There are plenty of people who would trade places with some of the "ultra complacent" WOS fans. It's obvious that success has spoiled some folks while others remain grateful to be part of such a good program. Think about it......
 
Rake1

It's beyond laughable that folks like Hondo21 (with a grand total of 12 posts) make such wild accusations as they continue to grind their axe. The notion that any player is on the field because he is a "good kid" or as Hondo21 puts it "polite and well mannered" instead of another player who is better at the position is so disrespectful to the entire coaching staff it's not even comprehensible. I'm sure somewhere folks like Hondo21 were on the "fire Cornel bus" in 2011 when WO-S started the season 1-3 and then they fell by the wayside as the Mustangs reeled off 9 straight wins en route to the 4th round of the playoffs. Here is a newsflash for all the haters out there........
 
YOU DO NOT WIN AS MANY GAMES AS WOS HAS BY PLAYING THE WRONG GUYS!!!! IT DOES NOT WORK LIKE THAT!!! IF IT DID THEN THE RELIGOUS SCHOOLS WOULD RULE TEXAS HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL BECAUSE THEY ARE SUPPOSED TO BE THE BEST CITIZENS!! (insert sarcasm LOL!)
 
It's just absolutely incredible that this many people are so up in arms over this situation after 1 loss to a quality program, talk about fair weather fans. And for all the folks screaming for a change at the QB position I invite you to take a look at the tape because 1 guy does not lose a game by himself. Plenty of blame to go around that's for sure. Were there some passes overthrown, yes. Were there some good passes dropped, yes. Were there other variables that contributed to the loss, absolutely. Please do us all a favor and either get over it, get out, or get on board and support the team. There are plenty of people who would trade places with some of the "ultra complacent" WOS fans. It's obvious that success has spoiled some folks while others remain grateful to be part of such a good program. Think about it......
 
Rake1

Just curious? Don't 4 teams make the playoffs from this 5 team district? Just saying.

Rake1

Just curious? Don't 4 teams make the playoffs from this 5 team district? Just saying.

Rake1

It's beyond laughable that folks like Hondo21 (with a grand total of 12 posts) make such wild accusations as they continue to grind their axe. The notion that any player is on the field because he is a "good kid" or as Hondo21 puts it "polite and well mannered" instead of another player who is better at the position is so disrespectful to the entire coaching staff it's not even comprehensible. I'm sure somewhere folks like Hondo21 were on the "fire Cornel bus" in 2011 when WO-S started the season 1-3 and then they fell by the wayside as the Mustangs reeled off 9 straight wins en route to the 4th round of the playoffs. Here is a newsflash for all the haters out there........
 
YOU DO NOT WIN AS MANY GAMES AS WOS HAS BY PLAYING THE WRONG GUYS!!!! IT DOES NOT WORK LIKE THAT!!! IF IT DID THEN THE RELIGOUS SCHOOLS WOULD RULE TEXAS HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL BECAUSE THEY ARE SUPPOSED TO BE THE BEST CITIZENS!! (insert sarcasm LOL!)
 
It's just absolutely incredible that this many people are so up in arms over this situation after 1 loss to a quality program, talk about fair weather fans. And for all the folks screaming for a change at the QB position I invite you to take a look at the tape because 1 guy does not lose a game by himself. Plenty of blame to go around that's for sure. Were there some passes overthrown, yes. Were there some good passes dropped, yes. Were there other variables that contributed to the loss, absolutely. Please do us all a favor and either get over it, get out, or get on board and support the team. There are plenty of people who would trade places with some of the "ultra complacent" WOS fans. It's obvious that success has spoiled some folks while others remain grateful to be part of such a good program. Think about it......
 
Rake1

I love it when people make my case for me! Thanks for continuing to show you have a personal agenda Hondo21, great job!! You focus one 1 player in your ridiculous rant rather than the entire performance of a TEAM. How about give us some of the other stats to go along with your pitiful attempt to prove a point. Give us some info on dropped passes, busted blocking assignments, and so on. You know you won't do it because it doesn't fit your agenda. Please continue to prove your foolishness by posting 1 sided and uninformed trash. You make life so easy.
 
Rake1
 
Oh and let's not forget One4All and his conspiracy theory that he continues to allude to. Absolute joke!! 

I love it when people make my case for me! Thanks for continuing to show you have a personal agenda Hondo21, great job!! You focus one 1 player in your ridiculous rant rather than the entire performance of a TEAM. How about give us some of the other stats to go along with your pitiful attempt to prove a point. Give us some info on dropped passes, busted blocking assignments, and so on. You know you won't do it because it doesn't fit your agenda. Please continue to prove your foolishness by posting 1 sided and uninformed trash. You make life so easy.
 
Rake1
 
Oh and let's not forget One4All and his conspiracy theory that he continues to allude to. Absolute joke!! 

It's beyond laughable that folks like Hondo21 (with a grand total of 12 posts) make such wild accusations as they continue to grind their axe. The notion that any player is on the field because he is a "good kid" or as Hondo21 puts it "polite and well mannered" instead of another player who is better at the position is so disrespectful to the entire coaching staff it's not even comprehensible. I'm sure somewhere folks like Hondo21 were on the "fire Cornel bus" in 2011 when WO-S started the season 1-3 and then they fell by the wayside as the Mustangs reeled off 9 straight wins en route to the 4th round of the playoffs. Here is a newsflash for all the haters out there........
 
YOU DO NOT WIN AS MANY GAMES AS WOS HAS BY PLAYING THE WRONG GUYS!!!! IT DOES NOT WORK LIKE THAT!!! IF IT DID THEN THE RELIGOUS SCHOOLS WOULD RULE TEXAS HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL BECAUSE THEY ARE SUPPOSED TO BE THE BEST CITIZENS!! (insert sarcasm LOL!)
 
It's just absolutely incredible that this many people are so up in arms over this situation after 1 loss to a quality program, talk about fair weather fans. And for all the folks screaming for a change at the QB position I invite you to take a look at the tape because 1 guy does not lose a game by himself. Plenty of blame to go around that's for sure. Were there some passes overthrown, yes. Were there some good passes dropped, yes. Were there other variables that contributed to the loss, absolutely. Please do us all a favor and either get over it, get out, or get on board and support the team. There are plenty of people who would trade places with some of the "ultra complacent" WOS fans. It's obvious that success has spoiled some folks while others remain grateful to be part of such a good program. Think about it......
 
Rake1

Absolutely, PNG has tradition of winning, as does other teams, I can only speak for what i know to be true at WOS. Hey I remember back when we were West Orange Chiefs, I did enjoy the rivalry between those two schools that is still present today. The golden triangle is known for great high school football. I agree with one of the writer that said his son is not in football, I second that. My son is a 17 year old senior 6ft-3 inches tall, 293lbs has a offensive linemen body with natural talent. I am disappointed that he does not want to play football at his high school here in Spring Texas at Dekaney High School. He is more involved in academics which I am most proud of, due to attend college this coming summer. I can only imagine if he was attending WOS and involved in that culture, things might have been different. would have could have does not count though. HA HA. great post everyone. 

It's awful hard to believe that 4 years of Babe Ruth baseball has come and gone for our family. The Mid County Babe Ruth league has been one of the best things we ever did as far as baseball is concerned, hands down. The overall atmosphere and camaraderie that is shared in every game is like no other place. The quality of the league and the opportunity for kids from all over the triangle to get to see some top end pitching, get quality AB's, play new positions, and do it in a relaxed atmosphere is what summer baseball is all about. We have been fortunate enough to gain many great friends during our time in the league and it still hasn't quite sunk in that we won't be able play anymore as we move on to college ball. The coaches and full time fans who support this league are in a class by themselves and have my utmost respect for the dedication they show year after year. Very rarely do you get the opportunity to look forward to a weekday summer league game, but that's exactly what happened to us once we joined the league. The atmosphere is second to none and the baseball is really good. I want to personally thank all those folks who make this league what it is and for giving so much of themselves in order to provide a great place for our baseball players to continue to grow and more importantly have fun. Also a huge thank you to "AdminBabeRuth" and all the other baseball junkies who have been coaching in that league for so many years for allowing me to be a part of the league as well, it is very much appreciated. I want to encourage any and all local baseball players to give Mid County Babe Ruth a try, it's easily the best game in town. 
 
With much respect and thanks,
 
Rake1

It's awful hard to believe that 4 years of Babe Ruth baseball has come and gone for our family. The Mid County Babe Ruth league has been one of the best things we ever did as far as baseball is concerned, hands down. The overall atmosphere and camaraderie that is shared in every game is like no other place. The quality of the league and the opportunity for kids from all over the triangle to get to see some top end pitching, get quality AB's, play new positions, and do it in a relaxed atmosphere is what summer baseball is all about. We have been fortunate enough to gain many great friends during our time in the league and it still hasn't quite sunk in that we won't be able play anymore as we move on to college ball. The coaches and full time fans who support this league are in a class by themselves and have my utmost respect for the dedication they show year after year. Very rarely do you get the opportunity to look forward to a weekday summer league game, but that's exactly what happened to us once we joined the league. The atmosphere is second to none and the baseball is really good. I want to personally thank all those folks who make this league what it is and for giving so much of themselves in order to provide a great place for our baseball players to continue to grow and more importantly have fun. Also a huge thank you to "AdminBabeRuth" and all the other baseball junkies who have been coaching in that league for so many years for allowing me to be a part of the league as well, it is very much appreciated. I want to encourage any and all local baseball players to give Mid County Babe Ruth a try, it's easily the best game in town. 
 
With much respect and thanks,
 
Rake1

Congratulations to Brayden Griffin (Silsbee) Jordan Gore (Silsbee) Chase Shugart (BC) and Hunter Uzzle (BC) for making the 3A list! Very proud for all of you, great honor!

Rake1

Lots of factors in deciding either way. Nobody in their right mind would go play D1 at a school where the roster was full of Freshmen and Sophs at their particular position. Who wants to go sit and wear a hat just to say you were a D1 guy when you can go JUCO, get a ton of AB's and innings. If a D1 school has an opportunity for a freshman to come in and play right away then that's a different story all together. Scholarships and money are way different also. A 100% full ride to a D1 school is not a complete myth but it may as well be because they are so few and far between. JUCO on the other hand the full ride is far more common. Compare 2 years free school taking the same basic classes with a fraction of the students in the classroom and all of a sudden JUCO looks very appealing. Compare that financially to a 50% or 60% ride to a D1 and the dollars start adding up.

Each individual player has their own set of circumstances to deal with and different factors to influence their decision. No 1 path is the perfect one for everybody and each player ultimately has to make the best personal choice for themselves. JUCO baseball is far from being "minor league" because you have some serious talent playing at that level with an eye on the major league draft. Plenty of top quality players pass D1 schools in favor of JUCO just to be eligible for the draft earlier. Some big league arms lurking around in places you would never think about. Hop off the bus in "nowhere Nebraska" and walk in to a guy pumping 93 from the left side, talk about an eye opener!

When the College World Series starts check out the rosters and see how many JUCO transfers made each roster, it will surprise you. It's a blessing to play ball beyond high school and to have that opportunity help you get a good education is a win/win situation no matter who you are. Good luck to all these young men as they take that next step in both their life and baseball career.

Rake1

Hunter Uzzle (C) Bridge City-Panola

Tyler Powell (RHP) Silsbee-Panola

Jordan Gore (Inf/OF) Silsbee-Panola

Colby Leblanc (C) Silsbee- Northeastern Oklahoma A&M

JM Kelly (INF) Buna-Panola

Jacob Palmer (C) Buna - Northwest OSU

Brett Boudreaux (INF) Baytown Sterling -Panola

Korey Clark (LHP) Nederland- LSU-E

Bryan Feltman (C )Nederland- LSU-E

Ryan Johnson (OF/LHP) Hamshire Fannett -Panola

Logan Ashworth (RHP) PNG- University of Alabama

Eric Foshee (RHP) Vidor - University of Arkansas Little Rock

Ryan Erickson (RHP/INF) Lumberton- Lamar University

Matt White (LHP) Lumberton- Lamar University

These are the ones I know of off hand. Some of their commitments may have possibly changed. If so I apologize for any misinformation.

Congrats to them all.

Rake1

Congratulations to Brayden Griffin (Silsbee) Jordan Gore (Silsbee) Chase Shugart (BC) and Hunter Uzzle (BC) for making the 3A list! Very proud for all of you, great honor!

Rake1

Congratulations to Brayden Griffin (Silsbee) Jordan Gore (Silsbee) Chase Shugart (BC) and Hunter Uzzle (BC) for making the 3A list! Very proud for all of you, great honor!

Rake1

Lots of factors in deciding either way. Nobody in their right mind would go play D1 at a school where the roster was full of Freshmen and Sophs at their particular position. Who wants to go sit and wear a hat just to say you were a D1 guy when you can go JUCO, get a ton of AB's and innings. If a D1 school has an opportunity for a freshman to come in and play right away then that's a different story all together. Scholarships and money are way different also. A 100% full ride to a D1 school is not a complete myth but it may as well be because they are so few and far between. JUCO on the other hand the full ride is far more common. Compare 2 years free school taking the same basic classes with a fraction of the students in the classroom and all of a sudden JUCO looks very appealing. Compare that financially to a 50% or 60% ride to a D1 and the dollars start adding up.

Each individual player has their own set of circumstances to deal with and different factors to influence their decision. No 1 path is the perfect one for everybody and each player ultimately has to make the best personal choice for themselves. JUCO baseball is far from being "minor league" because you have some serious talent playing at that level with an eye on the major league draft. Plenty of top quality players pass D1 schools in favor of JUCO just to be eligible for the draft earlier. Some big league arms lurking around in places you would never think about. Hop off the bus in "nowhere Nebraska" and walk in to a guy pumping 93 from the left side, talk about an eye opener!

When the College World Series starts check out the rosters and see how many JUCO transfers made each roster, it will surprise you. It's a blessing to play ball beyond high school and to have that opportunity help you get a good education is a win/win situation no matter who you are. Good luck to all these young men as they take that next step in both their life and baseball career.

Rake1

Great showing by both teams in the 5pm game. Some talented Seniors out there for both squads. I really thought the weather was going to do this one in but it never rained a drop! Exciting ball game as the red team scores 3 in the bottom of the 7th to pull out the win. Good night at the park.

Rake1

Lots of factors in deciding either way. Nobody in their right mind would go play D1 at a school where the roster was full of Freshmen and Sophs at their particular position. Who wants to go sit and wear a hat just to say you were a D1 guy when you can go JUCO, get a ton of AB's and innings. If a D1 school has an opportunity for a freshman to come in and play right away then that's a different story all together. Scholarships and money are way different also. A 100% full ride to a D1 school is not a complete myth but it may as well be because they are so few and far between. JUCO on the other hand the full ride is far more common. Compare 2 years free school taking the same basic classes with a fraction of the students in the classroom and all of a sudden JUCO looks very appealing. Compare that financially to a 50% or 60% ride to a D1 and the dollars start adding up.

Each individual player has their own set of circumstances to deal with and different factors to influence their decision. No 1 path is the perfect one for everybody and each player ultimately has to make the best personal choice for themselves. JUCO baseball is far from being "minor league" because you have some serious talent playing at that level with an eye on the major league draft. Plenty of top quality players pass D1 schools in favor of JUCO just to be eligible for the draft earlier. Some big league arms lurking around in places you would never think about. Hop off the bus in "nowhere Nebraska" and walk in to a guy pumping 93 from the left side, talk about an eye opener!

When the College World Series starts check out the rosters and see how many JUCO transfers made each roster, it will surprise you. It's a blessing to play ball beyond high school and to have that opportunity help you get a good education is a win/win situation no matter who you are. Good luck to all these young men as they take that next step in both their life and baseball career.

Rake1

Lots of factors in deciding either way. Nobody in their right mind would go play D1 at a school where the roster was full of Freshmen and Sophs at their particular position. Who wants to go sit and wear a hat just to say you were a D1 guy when you can go JUCO, get a ton of AB's and innings. If a D1 school has an opportunity for a freshman to come in and play right away then that's a different story all together. Scholarships and money are way different also. A 100% full ride to a D1 school is not a complete myth but it may as well be because they are so few and far between. JUCO on the other hand the full ride is far more common. Compare 2 years free school taking the same basic classes with a fraction of the students in the classroom and all of a sudden JUCO looks very appealing. Compare that financially to a 50% or 60% ride to a D1 and the dollars start adding up.

Each individual player has their own set of circumstances to deal with and different factors to influence their decision. No 1 path is the perfect one for everybody and each player ultimately has to make the best personal choice for themselves. JUCO baseball is far from being "minor league" because you have some serious talent playing at that level with an eye on the major league draft. Plenty of top quality players pass D1 schools in favor of JUCO just to be eligible for the draft earlier. Some big league arms lurking around in places you would never think about. Hop off the bus in "nowhere Nebraska" and walk in to a guy pumping 93 from the left side, talk about an eye opener!

When the College World Series starts check out the rosters and see how many JUCO transfers made each roster, it will surprise you. It's a blessing to play ball beyond high school and to have that opportunity help you get a good education is a win/win situation no matter who you are. Good luck to all these young men as they take that next step in both their life and baseball career.

Rake1

Lots of factors in deciding either way. Nobody in their right mind would go play D1 at a school where the roster was full of Freshmen and Sophs at their particular position. Who wants to go sit and wear a hat just to say you were a D1 guy when you can go JUCO, get a ton of AB's and innings. If a D1 school has an opportunity for a freshman to come in and play right away then that's a different story all together. Scholarships and money are way different also. A 100% full ride to a D1 school is not a complete myth but it may as well be because they are so few and far between. JUCO on the other hand the full ride is far more common. Compare 2 years free school taking the same basic classes with a fraction of the students in the classroom and all of a sudden JUCO looks very appealing. Compare that financially to a 50% or 60% ride to a D1 and the dollars start adding up.

Each individual player has their own set of circumstances to deal with and different factors to influence their decision. No 1 path is the perfect one for everybody and each player ultimately has to make the best personal choice for themselves. JUCO baseball is far from being "minor league" because you have some serious talent playing at that level with an eye on the major league draft. Plenty of top quality players pass D1 schools in favor of JUCO just to be eligible for the draft earlier. Some big league arms lurking around in places you would never think about. Hop off the bus in "nowhere Nebraska" and walk in to a guy pumping 93 from the left side, talk about an eye opener!

When the College World Series starts check out the rosters and see how many JUCO transfers made each roster, it will surprise you. It's a blessing to play ball beyond high school and to have that opportunity help you get a good education is a win/win situation no matter who you are. Good luck to all these young men as they take that next step in both their life and baseball career.

Rake1

Lots of factors in deciding either way. Nobody in their right mind would go play D1 at a school where the roster was full of Freshmen and Sophs at their particular position. Who wants to go sit and wear a hat just to say you were a D1 guy when you can go JUCO, get a ton of AB's and innings. If a D1 school has an opportunity for a freshman to come in and play right away then that's a different story all together. Scholarships and money are way different also. A 100% full ride to a D1 school is not a complete myth but it may as well be because they are so few and far between. JUCO on the other hand the full ride is far more common. Compare 2 years free school taking the same basic classes with a fraction of the students in the classroom and all of a sudden JUCO looks very appealing. Compare that financially to a 50% or 60% ride to a D1 and the dollars start adding up.

Each individual player has their own set of circumstances to deal with and different factors to influence their decision. No 1 path is the perfect one for everybody and each player ultimately has to make the best personal choice for themselves. JUCO baseball is far from being "minor league" because you have some serious talent playing at that level with an eye on the major league draft. Plenty of top quality players pass D1 schools in favor of JUCO just to be eligible for the draft earlier. Some big league arms lurking around in places you would never think about. Hop off the bus in "nowhere Nebraska" and walk in to a guy pumping 93 from the left side, talk about an eye opener!

When the College World Series starts check out the rosters and see how many JUCO transfers made each roster, it will surprise you. It's a blessing to play ball beyond high school and to have that opportunity help you get a good education is a win/win situation no matter who you are. Good luck to all these young men as they take that next step in both their life and baseball career.

Rake1

Hunter Uzzle (C) Bridge City-Panola

Tyler Powell (RHP) Silsbee-Panola

Jordan Gore (Inf/OF) Silsbee-Panola

Colby Leblanc (C) Silsbee- Northeastern Oklahoma A&M

JM Kelly (INF) Buna-Panola

Jacob Palmer (C) Buna - Northwest OSU

Brett Boudreaux (INF) Baytown Sterling -Panola

Korey Clark (LHP) Nederland- LSU-E

Bryan Feltman (C )Nederland- LSU-E

Ryan Johnson (OF/LHP) Hamshire Fannett -Panola

Logan Ashworth (RHP) PNG- University of Alabama

Eric Foshee (RHP) Vidor - University of Arkansas Little Rock

Ryan Erickson (RHP/INF) Lumberton- Lamar University

Matt White (LHP) Lumberton- Lamar University

These are the ones I know of off hand. Some of their commitments may have possibly changed. If so I apologize for any misinformation.

Congrats to them all.

Rake1

Hunter Uzzle (C) Bridge City-Panola

Tyler Powell (RHP) Silsbee-Panola

Jordan Gore (Inf/OF) Silsbee-Panola

Colby Leblanc (C) Silsbee- Northeastern Oklahoma A&M

JM Kelly (INF) Buna-Panola

Jacob Palmer (C) Buna - Northwest OSU

Brett Boudreaux (INF) Baytown Sterling -Panola

Korey Clark (LHP) Nederland- LSU-E

Bryan Feltman (C )Nederland- LSU-E

Ryan Johnson (OF/LHP) Hamshire Fannett -Panola

Logan Ashworth (RHP) PNG- University of Alabama

Eric Foshee (RHP) Vidor - University of Arkansas Little Rock

Ryan Erickson (RHP/INF) Lumberton- Lamar University

Matt White (LHP) Lumberton- Lamar University

These are the ones I know of off hand. Some of their commitments may have possibly changed. If so I apologize for any misinformation.

Congrats to them all.

Rake1

Hunter Uzzle (C) Bridge City-Panola

Tyler Powell (RHP) Silsbee-Panola

Jordan Gore (Inf/OF) Silsbee-Panola

Colby Leblanc (C) Silsbee- Northeastern Oklahoma A&M

JM Kelly (INF) Buna-Panola

Jacob Palmer (C) Buna - Northwest OSU

Brett Boudreaux (INF) Baytown Sterling -Panola

Korey Clark (LHP) Nederland- LSU-E

Bryan Feltman (C )Nederland- LSU-E

Ryan Johnson (OF/LHP) Hamshire Fannett -Panola

Logan Ashworth (RHP) PNG- University of Alabama

Eric Foshee (RHP) Vidor - University of Arkansas Little Rock

Ryan Erickson (RHP/INF) Lumberton- Lamar University

Matt White (LHP) Lumberton- Lamar University

These are the ones I know of off hand. Some of their commitments may have possibly changed. If so I apologize for any misinformation.

Congrats to them all.

Rake1