10-4a

Dont take offense not directed to your son.

Rockwall has some solid high school pitching just not sure they can match up to the power arms of Heath. 10-4A is a strong district with some great individual talent.

Tough District for sure. Looks like Pearce and Rockwall are undefeated so far. Heath, HP, and Mck North have 1 loss, Wylie has 2 losses, and W East and Mckinney both have nice wins against solid 5A programs this last weekend. Solid talent in 10-4A, gonna be some good battles this year.

Lion Pop - "Pearce has what I believe to be the best pitcher in the district"

You may have changed your mind after yesterday's game in Flower Mound by Thompson. Or his no hitter in his first start last week. I wouldn't think that many MLB scouts would be there every time he throws if he was not the real deal.

Anyone that thinks Thompson isn't the best pitcher in the district, area, and possible the state, is just plain crazy. That kid is a STUD.

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Originally posted by rockwallball:
Anyone that thinks Thompson isn't the best pitcher in the district, area, and possible the state, is just plain crazy. That kid is a STUD.

I don't usually jump on board with these types of declarative statements, but it would definitely be a hard case to argue against. He is, without a doubt, a very fun player to watch.

Wylie - 10
McKinney - 1

WP - R. Petty

Rockwall Heath 2
JJ Pearce 1

WP - Jake Thompson 7 IP 4 H 18 Ks 1 BB
LP - T. Renfro 7 IP 5 H 5 Ks 1 BB

Thompson also crushes long, long solo HR. Renfro also threw very well but Thompson was dominant.

The Pearce/Heath game was as well pitched a high school game as I can remember. Both pitchers worked quickly and threw strikes.

Renfro is an outstanding pitcher who I think will have quite a bit of success at the next level.

Thompson is a dominant pitcher who I think is simply an overmatch for the large majority of high school hitters he will face. He's got more than just the fastball working for him and he uses all his pitches very effectively. Quite a treat to watch him throw last night.

Is this a type-o? What has happened to McKinney?

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Originally posted by bbisfun:
Wylie - 10
McKinney - 1

WP - R. Petty

I suppose that's what happens when you give up 13 hits and make 6 errors.

Wylie finally hit some gaps and kept the ball in play. But Petty pitched a great game and got some nice defense behind him. Like I've said before, there is a lot of talent in this district. Tough games ahead, hopefully Wylie can keep the bats hot.

Rockwall - 4
Wylie - 0

WP - Money
LP - Petty

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Originally posted by Rained out:
Rockwall Heath 2
JJ Pearce 1

WP - Jake Thompson 7 IP 4 H 18 Ks 1 BB
LP - T. Renfro 7 IP 5 H 5 Ks 1 BB

Thompson also crushes long, long solo HR. Renfro also threw very well but Thompson was dominant.

Heath's second run was unearned. Renfro did pitch well, but agree Thompson dominant. Fun HS game to attend and good crowd atmosphere.

I don't have a dog is this hunt anymore but the Wilson kid from HP threw 4 shut out innings at Rockwall and then a 4 hit, 1 run complete game at home against Wylie East and HP lost them both. If you can't hit or score runs does it matter how good your pitching is?

When was last time Scots were in 6th place in district? Could end up being a pillow fight in 10-4A this year.

Well, you could do what Thompson did and just knock in some runs for yourself. 4 shut out innings is good. 6 or 7 will usually get you a win though.

Kid has thrown 11 innings and district and given up 1 run. Gotta be allowed to hit to hit one out. Gotta give Thompson credit though. The kid can play. But at JJP what is it, about 245 down the lines

RO---You're missing my point. Jake may have hit it 430 (and he probably did as I've seen him do it before) but if you measure 430 from homeplate at JJP it will put you about 80 feet into the practice field behind the outfield walls. Why didn't JJP hit one out? Probably because they were over-matched and under-talented?

My point, to the extent I was trying to make one, was as follows: (1) HP has had some good pitching but couldn't hit the water if they fell out of a boat in the middle of the freaking ocean and (2) it may end that everyone beats everyone at least once or twice in the district.
I apologize if I've offended the official Thompson fan club and somehow slighted his awesomeness.

Not sure about any fan club but it sounded like you were slighting the kid. No offense taken here

RO--How did you delete the prior posts? That is an awesome superpower that I wish I had in my everyday life.

No offense meant to Thompson or anyone else. Just an observation that perhaps BBCOR and other factors can sometimes beset a team and make it difficult to score runs that even quality pitching can't overcome.

Now if we want to talk about the size of the shoebox that JJP plays and the impact the prevailing South wind has on balls hit to the OF we're "game on".

Wylie - 5
HP - 2

WP - Feuerbacher
LP - Milburn

2 run honers - Petty and Rice for Wylie.

Has been brought to my attention that perhaps my earlier post was intended as a slight to HP. Not the case. Have tons of respect for program and players. Just an observation from the peanut gallery that even good pitching can be beat. See my comment from earlier post Thursday "No offense meant to Thompson or anyone else. Just an observation that perhaps BBCOR and other factors can sometimes beset a team and make it difficult to score runs that even quality pitching can't overcome.[/quote]

Say it like you see it! LMAO! So much drama Just go watch your kids play ball. That is what it is about.!!!!

Rained out, when is the Rockwall vs. Heath game going to be played? I need to get my popcorn ready.

Wednesday games: All 7:30
Rockwall at Heath
Mckinney at Mck North
Wylie East at Wylie

Tuesday
HP - 8
JJ Pearce - 0

Now I hear the Rockwall game is at Rockwall High. Wylie's will play Thursday.

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Originally posted by bbisfun:
Now I hear the Rockwall game is at Rockwall High. Wylie's will play Thursday.

Heath beat Rockwall 9-0

WP-Thompson
LP-Money

More details from the battle of Rockwall:
Thompson CG one hitter with 16 Ks. Dominant performance against the number two ranked team in the state.

Wonder if Lion Pop still ranks other pitchers ahead of him in this district?

Thompson was up to 93 with a very smooth clean delivery. A man among boys. I do wonder why Rockwall pulled Money early? He was 85 and around the plate only giving up one run. It was a great game until he was lifted.

Congrats to Jake and team.

No question who the best team is in 10-4A, congrads to Heath.

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Wonder if Lion Pop still ranks other pitchers ahead of him in this district?

RO - I appreciate you continuing to bring this up. Can you get over it?

why don't you start a thread called RW Heath if you plan to make a smart *** comment anytime someone says something good about a team or player that doesn't go to Heath?

I believe RW Heath has the three top pitchers that have ever played HS baseball in the state of Texas. Is that good enough for you?

You are the one who made the original statement which is superceded in lunacy only by what you just stated. I just want to know if you still believe JJP has the best pitcher in 10-4A or have you been swayed by the efforts of many others this spring not just the ones at Heath.

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I just want to know if you still believe JJP has the best pitcher in 10-4A

I believe based on games played up to this point JT would be the BEST PITCHER in 10-4A. I hope that makes you happy!

Renfro is still a very good pitcher as well, I think if you read my post we were talking about teams that were sleepers.

Let me ask you a question: What do you think Renfro's record would be if he were playing for Heath?

I never said Pearce was going to win the district but I think you and anyone who has seen this kid play will agree that they have a chance to win anytime he pitches. (Yes, same goes for JT and several others)

LOl this is so funny to read!

I am Renfro's Dad and wanted to echo Big Train's post back in January. For those that have commented about my son it is appreciated. This is an incredible district and the ride has been great. Please let's all focus on ALL of the good players in this district and enjoy the great baseball we are all blessed with getting to be part of.

Wow. I am so glad high school is almost over. That should not be the sentiment one should have but in my family's case it certainly is appropriate. I could care less what those who want to take potshots at my son or family have to say. Those comments are usually inaccurate anyway. For those who have nice words, then we thank you. We wish continued good health and success for everyone. "Let the kids play".

Well Big Train I haven't read anything on here where anyone said anything bad about either of these players. I am not sure if you consider discussion about who is the best pitcher in the district a "potshot" at your son or your family but if so you are in big trouble at the next level.

I will only speak for myself here but I have commented several times always saying both of these kids are great players. Sorry if that offends you.

Not meant for you Lion Pop or this particular thread. I/we have been targeted in years past by "anonymous" posters. I have no trouble receiving criticism when it is justifiable and someone takes ownership of it. That always isn't true on here. We are just happy there will be a next level! I have repeatedly wished good fortune to others and will continue to do so. Life is way too short to spend time worrying about baseless allegations. However, when they are levied against high school kids it is inherently wrong. Good luck to you and yours.

Thanks Big Train, I was hoping I didn't offend anyone.

Good luck to you and yours as well! (My son is already in college and I really miss being able to see all the games and be around the program, hopefully you can enjoy this senior year)