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Author “I can do all things through Christ, who strenghtens me”
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Congratulations to:
- Freshman Zach Peters for making his Varsity team at Valley Forge High School!
- Freshman Alejandro Gonzalez Jr. for be named starting second baseman for the Valley Forge JV Team!
- Freshman CJ Griffin who will rotate between his Varsity and JV team at Lutheran West High School!
- Freshman Will Santos for making his Freshman team at North Olmsted High School!
- Freshman Jacob Cantrell for making his JV team at Valley Forge High School!
- Sophomore Ardell Cloud Jr. for making his Varsity team for the second year in a row at Cleveland Hts. High School. During his Freshman year he was named Rookie of the Year!
- Freshman Alex Wojtala for making his Freshman team at North Royalton High School!
- Sophmore David Kowolski for making his JV Team at Independence High School and for pitching three inning on Tuesday (3/30) and not giving up a run!
- Sophomore Jake Dersi who will rotate between his Varsity and JV team at Lutheran West High School!
- Sophomore Scott Samason who will rotate between his Varsity and JV team at Lutheran West High School!
- Sophomore Jonathon Molnar for making his JV team Lutheran West High School!
- Junior Brandon McCartney for making his Varsity team at Lutheran West High School!
| 9:30am | Wrecking Crew | v. | Apex Academy |
| 10:25 | Wrecking Crew | v. | New Day Academy |
| 11:20 | Trojans | v. | New Day Academy |
| 12:15pm | Trojans | v. | Bethany |
| 1:10 | Trojans | v. | Apex Academy |
| 2:05 | Bethany | v. | Wrecking Crew |
| 3:00 | Third Place Game | ||
| 4:00 | Championship |
The game of baseball is 90%mental and10% physical.
Mental preparation includes understanding everything a good ball player can learn about the team he is about to face. As the other team warms up, the smart ball player will notice:
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Who has a strong arm
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The right-handedness or left-handedness of the pitcher and/or infielders
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What weaknesses or tendencies the pitcher has
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The quickness of the defense
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The communication between the pitcher and the catcher
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The conditions on the field, including the backstop and how it will affect a ball that hits it
All these tendencies of the other team seem small when viewed individually, but together, they provide a valuable picture about the other team. By gathering all this information, good ball players can identify weaknesses of the other team and use them to his teams advantage.
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The cutoff date for each age/grade will be September 1st.
For instance, a player playing in the 5th and 6th grade division cannot turn 12 before September 1st. If questioned the head coach will be held responsible for providing proof of age, (Birth Certificate).
All rules for the tourney will be those of the OHSAA with the following exceptions.
1. Each half will be 16 minutes in the 5th-8th grade divisions. Each half will be 14 minutes in the 1st-4th grade divisions
2.The clock will run continuously except for time-outs or for each whistle in the final minute of the game.
3.Half-time will be 4-minutes
4.Each team will have three times outs per game.
5.Teams may not press in the 1st and 2nd grade division. Teams may press in the last two minutes in the 3rd and 4th grade division. However, teams may not press with a 10-point lead.
6.Teams may press in the second half in the 5th and 6th grade division. However, teams may not press with a 10-point lead.
7.Each team will have four minutes to warm up prior to the start of the game.
8.Overtime will be three minutes.
9.All other discrepancies will be handled by the official on the court, if the situation cannot be resolved, then the tournament director will make the final decision.
When needed, the following tie-breakers will be in effect.
1. Head to Head
2. Points Allowed
3. Coin Flip
What:
Griffin Sports “March Madness” Basketball Tournament.
Who:
Grades
3rd and 4th
5th and 6th
7th and 8th
Where:
St. John Lutheran School in South Euclid
When:
March 12th-13th
Tournament Fee is $125.
We are offering the following incentive for programs who enter multiple teams.
1st team (Full Fee $125)
2nd Team (1/2 Fee)
3rd Team (Plays for free
All teams will be guaranteed three games.
Trophies and medals will be awarded to the first and second place teams in each division.
In addition, an All Tournament Team and a Tournament MVP will be selected.
If interested contact:
Clarence Griffin at 216-408-4482
Having the proper grip is essential for maintaining a smooth, consistent swing. Hitters, line up your middle knuckles on the bat so that your hands are in the steadiest position possible. If your knuckles are not in this stabilizing position, your bat has a tendency to jump in your hands as you turn your wrists over to finish the swing.
A bat that is TOO HEAVY will slow down your swing and make it very difficult to maintain proper balance during your swing. Starting with improper balance only leads to improper form in swinging, which reduces the chances for a well-hit ball.
A bat that is TOO LIGHT will cause you to swing too fast, which also affects your rhythm and keeps you from driving the ball. A light bat also sometimes causes your shoulders to get ahead of your hips.
In an EFFECTIVE SWING, the hips should lead the rest of your body. Most of your power comes from the action of your hips!
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