Central came within a win of claiming a state championship a year ago, and the Scarlet Dragons are hoping to carry the success into this year's team and produce a similar run in 2011.
"Our league really helps us prepare for the playoffs," Central coach A.J. Hoenstine said. "Our goal is always to compete for the league, district and state championship."
A year ago, even though the Dragons made both the district and state championship game, they won neither.
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Hollidaysburg (Class AAAA), Huntingdon (Class AAA) and Bishop Guilfoyle Catholic (Class A) also lost in district championship games a year ago and are hoping to bring home the gold this season.
"Our goal is to improve on last season's record," Huntingdon coach Brian Pelka said. "We hope to improve throughout the season and make a run in the playoffs."
Northern Bedford (Class A) and Bedford (Class AA) won District 5 titles last season. Despite a new coach, NBC is hoping for a repeat.
"We have a strong nucleus returning from last season," Northern Bedford first-year coach David McIlnay said. "Our goals are to contend for a league and district title."
The following is a look at all of the teams in the Mirror's coverage area.
Altoona
Coach: Tom Smith, 10th year
Career record: 77-87
Conference: Central Penn
Last year's record: 14-6
Returning starters: Jordan Sneed, sr., inf.; Matt McDonald, sr., p-of; Cody Henderson, sr., inf.; Nate Clancy, sr., inf.; Trevor Bush, sr., of; Tyson Steele, sr., of; Christian Helsel, jr., inf.-p
Other returning letterwinners: Mac Watson, sr., c; Craig McCloskey, sr., p-of; Matt Frederick, sr., p-inf.; Anthony Lombardo, jr., c-dh
Newcomers: Chad Koch, sr., of; Jason Douglass, jr., p-inf.; Chris Sinisi, jr., inf.-p; Trevor Arnold, jr., of; J.D. Green, jr., of-p; Dylan Oswalt, jr., of; Lou Bettwy, jr., inf.; Ben Wyland, so., inf.-p
Strengths: "We return a lot of players with varsity experience. We return our top four pitchers. Also, we should be able to produce some offense."
Concerns: "Having enough pitching early in the season when we have five games in eight days."
Overall outlook: "If our pitching continues to get better from last year, I feel that we should see some good results. I would expect us to compete for a district title."
Assistant coaches: Jim Lowe, Jake Hargreaves, Troy Pincherri
Bedford
Coach: Scott Waugerman, eighth year
Career record: 72-67
Conference: Laurel Highlands
Last year's record: 10-10
Returning starters: Jordan Deasey, sr., ss; Brian Gibbons, sr., 3b-p; Ryan Robinette, sr., p-of; Marcus Shippey, jr., 1b-p; Sean Leister, sr., of-p; Ryan Salt, sr., of
Other returning letterwinners: Ian Housel, sr., p-2b
Strengths: "Good core group to build around"
Concerns: "We have to stay healthy."
Assistant coaches: Gary Dudukovich, Gary Waugerman, Lee Roy, Ron Springer
Bellwood-Antis
Coach: Steve Conlon, ninth year
Career record: 88-73
Conference: Inter-County Conference
Last year's record: 15-6, 11-5 in ICC North
Returning starters: Garrett Lender, sr., 1b-p; Cody Krepps, sr., c-p; Derek Denny, sr., of; Tobias Patterson, sr., of-dh; Ryan Stuby, jr., 3b-p
Other returning letterwinners: Alex Dionis, jr., 2b; Eric Miller, sr., 3b-p; Dan Beech, so., of-p; Haden DeGennaro, so., of; David Wolfe, sr., utl.
Newcomers: Casey Gray, fr., ss-p; Bryan Lynn, so., of; Jared Shaffer, jr., inf.-p; Josh Wertman, jr., 1b-p; Buddy Shaw, sr., utl.
Strengths: "Strong work ethic, the willingness to work hard to get better and a strong group of senior leaders"
Concerns: "Youth and experience"
Overall outlook: "We are looking forward to improving with each day and having a competitive season."
Assistant coaches: Tom Partner, Chris Miller, Justin Kobuck, Mitch Ernest, Jack Ryan
Bishop Carroll
Coach: Matt Pfeil, fourth year
Career record: 18-27
Conference: Laurel Highlands
Last year's record: 14-4
Returning starters: Josh Barzdo, sr., p-of; Josh King, sr., inf.; Nick Lassak, sr., p-inf.; Dylan Link, sr., p-inf.; Taylor Makin, sr., c; Drew McCabe, sr., p-ss; Ryan Woo, sr., p-of; Brett Sammarco, so., of
Other returning letterwinners: Andrew Matejczyk, sr., inf.; Luke Tatarko, sr., inf.-of; Nick Maruca, jr., 1b; Tyler Strong, jr., 1b
Newcomers: Ryan Caretti, fr., p-inf.-of; Tom McConnell, fr., inf.-of
Strengths: "We bring back a strong nucleus of players including eight starters from last year's team and four pitchers."
Concerns: "Overall depth"
Overall outlook: "The team's willingness to work and their approach to the game is impressive. We should contend in a talented and balanced LHAC."
Assistant coaches: Casey Long, Fred McCabe
Bishop Guilfoyle Catholic
Coach: Bill Wolf, fifth year
Career record: 48-51
Conference: Laurel Highlands
Last year's record: 11-12
Returning starters: Tyler Adams, jr., of; Jextin Pugh, so., p-1b
Other returning letterwinners: Nate Sanders, sr., p-1b; Curtis Hoover, sr., p-of; Stefan Beard, jr., p; Jared Keller, jr., 2b-ss; Marcus Wolf, so., ss
Newcomers: Ryan Riley, jr., of; Brendon Sweeney, so., c; T.J. Krol, so., c; Brandon Drenning, so. 2b-p; Nate Nardelli, so., of; Pat Irwin, so., 2b; Justin Wolfe, so. p
Strengths: "Team speed, very athletic, willing to learn."
Concerns: "The weather, pitching, and we need to learn how to do all the little things it takes to win games"
Overall outlook: "We are a very young team looking to be a good team by playoffs."
Assistant coaches: Steve Webster, Steve Trexler, Brian Kelley, Dale Rogers
Cambria Heights
Coach: Anthony Kline, sixth year
Career record: 28-57
Conference: Laurel Highlands
Last year's record: 4-12, 4-10 in LHAC
Returning starters: Tyler Thomas, sr., of-p; Bryce Brawley, sr., of-ss-p; Caleb Vescovi, sr., 1b-of-c-p; Brandon Crawford, sr., ss-p; Shane Mallin, sr., 1b-p; Nathan Bearer, so., 3b-p; Dom Milanesi, so., 2b; Tyler Crawford, so., c-p
Newcomers: Joe Kuzar, jr., of; Matt Blake, jr., inf.; Donny Contorchick, so., of; Andrew Brawley, so., inf.-of-p; Ben Meyers, so., of
Strengths: "Experience and senior leadership"
Concerns: "Overall depth"
Overall outlook: "We hope to improve as the season progresses in a very tough Laurel Highlands [Athletic] Conference and then be in a position to make the district playoffs."
Assistant coaches: Adam Sowers, Garrett Thomas, Rich Weiworia
Central
Coach: A.J. Hoenstine, fifth year
Career record: 57-35
Conference: Mountain League
Last year's record: 17-11
Returning starters: Jared Baird, sr., p-1b; Luke Blattenberger, sr., 1b-dh; Tyler Ferguson, sr., p; Pat Schon, sr., of; Trent Forshey, sr., 2b-p
Other returning letterwinners: Shaffer Johnson, sr., 3b; Wes Smith, sr., utl.; Adam Kreider, sr., of; Lucas Runk, sr., ss; Nick Long, sr., of; Brandon Negley, jr., utl.; Logan Stern, jr., inf.
Newcomers: Mason Longenecker, sr., inf.-p; Brandon Nicewonger, jr., c; Jarron Knisely, jr., inf.; Ian Ebersole, jr., 1b; Kasy Hamm, so., p-c; Cole Kreider, so, inf.-p; Austin Cunningham, fr., inf.-p; Ethan Lewis, fr., p
Strengths: "We have two workhorse pitchers returning in Ferguson and Baird. Our offseason program was outstanding, and we should have excellent team speed overall and be aggressive on the bases."
Concerns: "We need to find another pitcher to give us consistent innings and throw strikes. Trent Forshey will be out until midseason with an injury."
Overall outlook: "Our league will be outstanding this year as always, but we should be competitive. Our goal as always is to compete for the league, district and state championship."
Assistant coaches: Reggie Nevins, Robbie Keith, Jerry Albright, Paul Frederick.
Volunteer coaches: Jon Ewart, Dave Hoenstine
Central Cambria
Coach: Dave Moore, seventh year
Career record: 53-49
Conference: Laurel Highlands
Last year's record: 10-8, 8-5 in LHAC
Returning starters: Gordon Barr, sr., inf.; Heath Wirfel, sr., of; Mitchell Brown, sr., inf.-of-p
Other returning letterwinners: Zak Ambrisco, sr., 1b-p; Nick Wissinger, sr., of; Danny Bowman, so., p-1b
Newcomers: Bob Kimball, sr., inf.-of-p; Tim Bailey, sr., inf.-of; Josh Bracken, jr., inf-p; Ryan Adams, jr., inf.; John Grimes, jr., p-of; Justin Monito, jr., c-p; Joe Gaston, jr., p-inf.-of
Strengths: "This team is experienced, with great leadership. There is a great deal of versatility on the roster and an extremely positive attitude."
Concerns: "Our main concern is filling holes in our lineup and of course consistency on the mound from some of our younger players."
Overall outlook: "As a staff, we believe our team can be successful this season. We also hope as the season evolves, we will be much better than we were on opening day."
Assistant coaches: Clinton Gochnour, Joe Klezek, John Dziack, Perry Damin
Chestnut Ridge
Coach: Jim Skiles, 14th year
Career record: 134-125
Conference: Sideling Hill
Last year's record: 9-11, 7-8 in Sideling Hill
Returning starters: Jud Bussard, sr., p-1b; Bryce Miller, sr., p-ss-cf; Matt Amick, sr., c; Luke Wiley, sr., rf; Nik Dumin, sr., p-inf.; Shane Duppstadt, sr., p-1b; Kaleb Mock, sr., p-of; Brad Hengst, jr., 3b; Josh Corle, jr., p-ss-of; Ryan Dull, jr., p-of
Other returning letterwinners: Jonathan Ressler, sr., of; Justin Heming, jr., inf.
Newcomers: Tyler Dibert, so., of; Logan Noon, so., inf.-of; Jacob Mock, so., p-c-of; Ryan Ferguson, so., inf.; Ben Pick, so., p; Brad Winegardner, so., c
Strengths: "Experience should be a strength. All award winners return from a team that won eight of 10 games in the second half of 2010."
Concerns: "Pitching, eligibility and good health are always a concern."
Overall outlook: "This is a fun group to work with, and a strong senior class will provide leadership."
Assistant coaches: Jim Wingard, Ken Corle, A.J. Weyant, Kelbi Berg
Claysburg-Kimmel
Coach: Justin Harris, fourth year
Career record: 34-29
Conference: Inter-County Conference
Last year's record: 6-10, 6-9 in ICC North
Returning starters: Tyler Ickes, jr., ss-p; Jared Ickes, jr., rf; Trey Claar, so., 1b-p; Cameron Strayer, so., inf.
Other returning letterwinners: Zach Burkett, sr., 3b; Ethan Miller, jr., inf.; Dalton Harr, jr., of
Newcomers: Kirklan Airhart, jr., of; Zach Cox, so., ss; Matt Repko, so., of; Joel Hammel, so., inf.; Devin Weyandt, so., of-p; Doug Knisely, so., 3b-p; Zach Helsel, so., c
Strengths: "We should be solid defensively."
Concerns: "Experience. We are a very young team and will have to count on a lot of sophomores who don't have any varsity experience."
Overall outlook: "If some of our sophomores step up like we expect them to, we could have a very successful season."
Assistant coaches: Tim Oakes, Eric Claar
Everett
Coach: Mike Kline, 10th year
Career record: 117-65
Conference: Sideling Hill and Inter-County Conference
Last year's record: 12-7, 11-5 in Sideling Hill
Returning starters: Jordan Mills, sr.; Tyler Morral, sr.; Dave Bollman, sr.; Zakk Jays, so.; Dylan Foor, so.; Jake Stover, so.; Kyle Droz, so.
Other returning letterwinners: Andrew Pittman, jr.; Evan Woy, jr.; Jordan Mowrey, jr.
Newcomers: Brian Greenwald so.; Spencer McInroy, so.; Tanner Mellott, so.; Brian McGregor, so.; Anthony Johnson, fr.
Strengths: "We have more depth than past years. Most players seem to have a good knowledge of the game."
Concerns: "We will have to rely on some young arms on the mound."
Overall outlook: "Very positive and looking to be very competitive in each and every game."
Assistant coaches: James Eichelberger, Les Lepako
Glendale
Coach: Dan Sanders, first year
Career record: 0-0
Conference: Inter-County Conference and Moshannon Valley League
Returning starters: Ethan Cree, sr., 3b; Zarek Evanskey, jr., ss; Mitchell Gedman, jr., c; Jarid Ivory, jr., cf; Tim Sutton, jr., lf; Michael Wigfield, jr., p
Other returning letterwinners: Brett Sweitzer, sr., of; Gus Gates, jr., of; Patrick Hamilton, jr., 1b; Billy Sanders, jr., 2b; Justin Kephart, so., p; Matt Bantley, so., p; Skooter Conklin, so., 3b; Keith Gates, so., ss; Brady Holland, so., 2b; Taylor Jersey, so., of; Colt Shope, so., 1b
Newcomers: Hunter Hamilton, fr.; Matt Kimberly, fr.; Colton Kimberly, fr.; Tyler Potutschnig, fr.; Matt Schultz, fr.; Dakota Sinclair, fr.
Strengths: "We have depth at every position, and players are willing to work hard to improve the team."
Concerns: "Continuous effort from our team, especially during the difficult situations"
Overall outlook: "We hope to improve as the season unfolds and to be competitive in every game."
Assistant coaches: Jason Turner
Hollidaysburg
Coach: Jon Szynal, 13th year at Hollidaysburg, 17th overall as a head coach
Career record: 134-140
Conference: Central Penn League
Last year's record: 13-6, 4-3 in CPL
Returning starters: Damian Lascoli, sr., c; Cullen Schimminger, sr., c; Nathan Pope, sr., p; Corey Barr, sr., p-of; Joe Glass, sr., p-1b; Jeremy Budd, sr., p-1b; Chris Storm, jr., p-inf.; Jordan Baum, jr., inf.; Brandon Gallagher, jr., of-p; Brett Hileman, so., inf.-p
Other returning letterwinners: Ian Ford, jr., 1b-of; Aaron Burger, jr., inf.
Newcomers: Mike Imler, sr. of; Chad Barton, sr., p-inf.; Trevor Nichols, sr., c; Tyler Sheetz, jr., p-of; Evan Ruggles, jr., of; Nathan DeProspo, jr. of-inf.; Luke Roberts, jr., inf.-of; R.J. Iddings, jr., 1b-p; Calvin Stine, jr., of; Corey Sell, so., of-p
Strengths: "Starting pitching, players capable of playing more than one position"
Concerns: "Team hitting, young at certain positions"
Overall outlook: "Very positive, get better as season goes on, compete"
Assistant coaches: Jeff Miller, Chad Swogger, Dick Smith, Jarrod Klausman, Ethan Ruggles, Ben Layton
Huntingdon
Coach: Brian Pelka, second year at Huntingdon, fourth year as a head coach overall
Career record: 36-28
Conference: Mountain League
Last year's record: 11-12, 7-11 in ML
Returning starters: Kevin Norris, sr., 2b; Alex Miller, sr., inf.-of
Other returning letterwinners: Will Clarkson, sr., of-p; Adam Fouse, sr., inf.; Seth McGraw, sr., 1b-p; Lucas Corbin, sr., of; Nate Negri, jr., inf.-p; Nate Shope, jr., of-p
Newcomers: Scott Alleman, jr., inf.-p; Alec Tressler, jr., p-c-inf.; Matt Kyper, jr., inf.-p; Jordan Weller, jr., p-inf.; Mackenzie Long, jr., c-inf.; Ryan Jadlocki, jr., of-p; Josh Bafia, jr., inf.-of-p; Taylor Garman, jr., of
Strengths: "We have a talented bunch of ball players that have been working hard in practice."
Concerns: "An overall lack of experience"
Overall outlook: "Our goal is to improve on last season's record, to improve throughout the season and make a run in the playoffs."
Assistant coaches: Pat Hurley, Tim Strait, Pete Mykut, Nate Carlson, Rich Weller, Bob Foster, Ken Sowers, George Zanic, Travis Showalter
Juniata Valley
Coach: Bill Peters, 15th year
Career record: 123-121
Conference: Inter-County Conference
Last year's record: 12-7, 9-6 in ICC North
Returning starters: Seth Carper, sr., c-p; Rick Musser, sr., inf.; Cody Patterson, sr., inf.-c; Jordan Pearson, sr., p-of; Billy Edmiston, jr., of-p; Ethan Morrison, jr., inf.; David Ormsby, jr., of-p; Mason Varner, jr., of; Ryan Norris, so., 1b-p
Other returning letterwinners: Trent Brown, jr., of; Chris Itinger, jr., of; Nick Watson, jr., of-p; Wyatt Belinda, so., inf.; Jake Claar, so., of; Derek Greene, so., inf.-p; Johnny Johnson, so., 1b-p; Tanner Perow, so., inf.-p; Troy Singer, so., inf.-c
Newcomers: Nick Gildea, sr., inf.; Caleb Peachey, sr., of; Shawn Houck, so., inf.; Devin Low, so., of-p; Bobby Brumbaugh, fr., of; Zack Faubert, fr., of; Sam Gildea, fr., of; Zach Grove, fr., of; Caleb Taylor, fr., of-p
Strengths: "Experience, pitching, catching, attitude"
Concerns: "Hitting, injuries"
Overall outlook: "We hope to compete for a league title and return to the district playoffs."
Assistant coaches: Don Price, Stan Belinda, Chad Llewellyn
Moshannon Valley
Coach: Justin Fye, third year
Career record: 10-28
Conference: Inter-County Conference and Moshannon Valley League
Last year's record: 6-14, 4-13 in ICC North, 4-2 in MVL
Returning starters: Bobby Gallagher, sr., p-ss; Trevor Coleman, sr., p-3b-1b; Grant Stewart, sr., 3b; Cody Harsomchuck, sr., of-2b-p; Zack Jasper, jr., c; Chris Kephart, jr., inf.-p; Derek Southern, so., of-p; Jim McHugh, so., of-inf.
Other returning letterwinners: Dylan Keith, sr., of-p; Kevin Beers, sr., 1b; Shane Evans, jr., p-of; James Stodart, so., of-1b
Newcomers: Andrew Ohler, jr., ss-of-p; Luther Harlow, fr., 1b-3b-p; Kent Stewart, fr., p-c; Sam Ohler, fr., inf.-of
Strengths: "Our top two pitchers return for a third year, and the addition of Harlow, Harsomchuck, Kephart and Keith to the staff will help us have a lot of fresh arms. Hitting should be strong as well."
Concerns: "Defense. We averaged about five errors a game last year, and that needs to be cut in half to be successful."
Overall outlook: "I am looking for a solid season. I would like to finish high in both of our leagues and qualify for and advance into the district playoffs."
Assistant coaches: Derrik Eckenrode, Matt Godin, Jim Hawkins
Northern Bedford
Coach: David McIlnay, first year
Career record: 0-0
Conference: Sideling Hill and Inter-County Conference
Last year's record: 16-7, 11-5 in Sideling Hill
Returning starters: Alex Corle, sr., inf.; Dan Sollenberger, sr., of; Joel Suter, sr., of; Logan Fluke, jr., p-of-inf.; Jake Stern, jr., inf.-p; Cory Furry, jr., c; Brandon Oswalt, jr., of; Eric Grace, so., p-inf.
Other returning letterwinners: Ross Hershberger, sr., inf.; Brendan Ebersole, jr., inf.; Matt Sollenberger, jr., of; Tyler Petrou, jr., inf.
Newcomers: Jordy Hanno, sr., of; Seth Clapper, so., inf.; Caleb Ebersole, so., of; Garrett England, so., inf.; Wesley Foor, so., inf.; Thomas Foster, so., of; Jacob Frederick, so., inf.; Jordan Miller, so., c-of; Issac Stern, so., inf.
Strengths: "Experience, pitching depth"
Concerns: "Consistency at the plate"
Overall outlook: "We have a strong nucleus returning from last season. Our goals are to contend for a league and district title."
Assistant coaches: Shane Suter and Justin Claar
Northern Cambria
Coach: Jason Rechichar, third year
Career record: 18-14
Conference: Heritage
Last year's record: 10-9
Returning starters: Joel Polites, sr., ss-p; Andy Hancharik, sr., cf-p-inf.; Andy Baran, sr., p-inf.; Anthony Atkins, sr., p-1b-3b; Brian Laurito, jr., c-p; Adam Polites, so., of; Josh Bonatesta, so., of
Other returning letterwinners: Greg Wagner, jr., 3b; Zack Yuhas, jr., ss-2b; Justin Tenerowicz, jr., 2b; Alex Atkins, so., p-1b
Newcomers: Gary Paronish, jr., 3b; Brennen Lane, jr., 1b; Nathan Zachesky, so., lf; Matthew Eckenrode, so., of; Joe Hetrick, so., 2b-p; Josh Prasko, fr., of-c
Strengths: "We have a lot of returning letter winners which will provide experience at the varsity level."
Concerns: "Having enough pitching to get through the year"
Overall outlook: "We are looking forward to a great season. I know the potential that this group of kids has to offer, and I am excited for the upcoming season."
Assistant coaches: T.J. Mullen
Penn Cambria
Coach: James Poldiak, second year
Career record: 2-12
Conference: Laurel Highlands
Last year's record: 2-12
Returning starters: Anthony Guzic, sr., 3b-p; Shane Hartline, sr., ss-p; Michael Kearney, sr., lf-c; Alex Pettenati, sr., cf-p; Jordan Conrad, jr., lf; Jordan Fuller, jr., Joel Myers, jr., p; Justin Myers, jr., of; Simon Itle, so., 2b
Other returning letterwinners: Roy Miller, sr., of; Evan Bitner, jr., dh-1b; Cody Coudriet, jr., 3b; Justin Fuller, so., utl.-p; Jake Schwaderer, so., c-inf.; Josh Vinglish, so., utl.
Newcomers: Chad Crauczyk, sr., of; Tyler Mento, jr., 3b-of; Dallas Jones, so., of
Strengths: "Returning players, great work ethic"
Concerns: "Pitching has to hold up, and we need to have better approach at the plate."
Overall outlook: "I feel that we can be much more competitive in the Laurel Highlands and hopefully improve on our win production."
Assistant coaches: Tim Wess, Jason Grassi
Philipsburg-Osceola
Coach: Doug Sankey, 14th year
Career record: 183-102
Conference: Mountain League
Last year's record: 16-6
Returning starters: Parker Watson, of-p; Mike Marcinko, 2b; Drew Bryan, ss; Cody Doran, cf; Hayden Hayward, 3b
Other returning letterwinners: Rob Smith, c
Newcomers: Greg Belko, 1b; Matt Kephart, 1b; Hunter Harris, 2b; Mark Curtis, p-2b; Reggie Coval, of
Strengths: "Experience, defense"
Concerns: "Pitching depth"
Overall outlook: "Good. We should be competitive."
Portage
Coach: Larry McCabe, 32nd year
Conference: WestPAC
Last year's record: 13-6
Returning starters: Andrew Maul, sr., inf.-p; Tyler Nesbella, sr., of; Spencer Price, sr., of-p; Jacob Bryja, jr., inf.-p
Other returning letterwinners: Mike Pcola, sr., inf.; Jeremy Piatak, sr., of
Newcomers: Brandon Behe, sr., of; Tom McCabe, sr., inf.-dh; Derek Cyran, jr., inf.; Jesse Kreutzberger, jr., c-p; Shane Baker, so., inf.; Devon Harrison, so., of; Paul Husar, so., of-p; Evan Price, so., inf.; Brady Warner, so., of-p
Strengths: "Attitude and leadership"
Concerns: "Lack of returning starters"
Overall outlook: "We hope to play for the conference championship and qualify for the District 6 playoffs."
Assistant coaches: Josh Burkett, Jared Bilchak
Tussey Mountain
Coach: Rob Reed, sixth year
Career record: 56-45
Conference: Sideling Hill and Inter-County Conference
Last year's record: 10-10, 9-7 in Sideling Hill
Returning starters: Mitchell Rickabaugh, sr., 1b; Dylan Fields, sr., 3b-1b; Jordan Swope, sr., inf.-p; Elliott Chamberlain, sr., ss-p; Jordan DeLuca, sr., rf
Other returning letterwinners: Justin Eichelberger, sr., 2b; Nathan Pembrooke, sr., of; Kyle Sheeder, sr., of
Newcomers: Patrick Gorey, sr., of; Cody Howell, jr., of; Shawn Hotinsky, so., of-p; Garrett Wilson, so., 3b-p; Seth Shauf, so., 2b; Tyler Husick, so., of; Mitchell Corbin, so., of; Wyatt Brumbaugh, fr., c
Strengths: "Senior leadership, solid middle defense, pitching depth"
Concerns: "Filling corner outfield positions and creating depth at each position"
Overall outlook: "We will have some young players being mixed into our lineup this year, and we will be looking for them to improve as the season goes on."
Assistant coaches: Kevin Reed, Dave Leonard
Tyrone
Coach: Mark Savino, second year
Career record: 6-13
Conference: Mountain League
Last year's record: 6-13
Returning starters: Jacob Belinda, Korry Cowher, Jordan Faretta, Trevor Jackson, Markus Wagner
Other returning letterwinners: Ryan Fink, Adam Flick, Joe Gearhart, Matt Hample, John Kimberling, Corbin Nevling-Ray, Jesse Shaffer, Kolten Taylor, Seth Welch, Luke Woomer, Anthony Zimmerman, Ian Taylor, Shaq Williams
Newcomers: Terel Albright, Jesse Branstetter, Kaden Hunter, Jordan Miller, Eric Neff, Tyler Osterhout, Courtland Pannebaker, Freedom Sprankle, Brad Wirtner, Ronnie Garbinsky, Jake Dorminy
Strengths: "Team leadership"
Concerns: "It is difficult to succeed in this league. The student-athletes will need to believe in themselves and know that they can compete."
Overall outlook: "The Mountain League is arguably the best league in the state for the baseball season. I believe our athletes have the talent to compete and be successful."
Assistant coaches: Marvin Murray, Scott Gummo, Mike Drum
Williamsburg
Coach: Mark Welch, first year
Career record: 0-0
Conference: Inter-County Conference
Last year's record: 7-9
Returning starters: Trent Lee, sr., p-2b-ss; Dylan Barroner, sr., p-3b; Casey Grove, sr., of; Dalton Price, jr., p-c; Mike McCall, jr., 1b, Adam Whelan, so., p-ss
Newcomers: Jed Dishong, so.; Jordan Rabits, so.; Sean McCauley, so.; Zach Appleman, so.; Tyler Gunnett, so.; Quinton Snyder, so.; Austin McMonagle, fr.; Tyler Bell, fr.; Caelan Hughes, fr.
Strengths: "Strong defense"
Concerns: "Only having three starting seniors"
Overall outlook: "We are looking forward to a winning season."
Assistant coaches: Travis Lee
