Top 2012's & 2013's

Incoming freshmen? Not sure bout that but we got a 6th grader at Dobbs Elem pushing 4'11'' and 135lb that'll blow ur sox off!!

Look around and you can find threads about sophomores. We've had that discussion. A little early to be having it now for next year. You gotta let us senior parents have a proper mourning period.

HNG55-
Please dont.

hardnose hasn't been around enough to know better

My bad!!

you have a pm hardnose

Sorry senior parents...I've been telling my students for years, "The day you walk across the stage, you know what you become at _HS? A used-to-be. Move on and create a new role for yourself."

Cole Fiola, 2012, made significant contributions on Guyer varsity this year. The kid has a bat.

Fiola... Heard the name before, where does he play his summer ball??

Chances are he's most likely with a D-BAT Mustangs team or a Tigers team.

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Originally posted by Jacket Backer:
Sorry senior parents...I've been telling my students for years, "The day you walk across the stage, you know what you become at _HS? A used-to-be. Move on and create a new role for yourself."

Jacket Backer, thanks for the warm farewell....we won't let the door hit us on the way out.

There's definitely a good group of incoming underclassmen. Way too early to to make any calls unless you have access to a crytstal ball. For our family, it's an exciting time as Catcher moves to the high school ranks this year.

Best wishes to the families of those seniors that are heading off to bigger and better things.

Holden Grounds!

Holden will definately be good. He goes to Corsicana right? Also Stephen Calliet out of Rowlett. He may help Byrum out over the next few years.

Hardnosegamer55, I am sure Rowlett would love to have him but Stephen will attend high school in Mabank.

Ohh my bad. I had thought i heard he went to Rowlett. Sorry!

One of the best 2012 will be Jovan Hernandez. Made a big impact at Rockwell Heath his freshman year. Should be even better in his Soph year.

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Originally posted by go pirates:
hardnose hasn't been around enough to know better

Don't listen to this BS, Hardnose. On this site, they talk about T-ball, Obama, Tim Tebow's eye-black, gun control, Men's jokes, Womens jokes, and of all things...Karma. You can dang sure talk about Freshmen baseball players if you want to, and nothing bad will happen to the world. The reason these threads have titles on them is so the old-timer's can pass them over if they just can't deal with idea of reading a topic they're a little tired of.

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Originally posted by 11sdad:
Holden Grounds!

I don't know this kid, but he has the name to be a great one!

Another good one is the Denbow kid. Will he go to Mabank or will he be in Corsicana with the Grounds kid? Another question is will the Denbow kid play baseball?

Speaking of Jovan Hernandez: I saw him up close over the weekend in a tournament. He has a great arm, good bat, and decent speed. He does have a good attitude & isn't too cocky. He isn't big, but he did break a high quality aluminum bat in half (about 8 inches up from the handle). Umpiring in the DABA (college summer league), I've seen a lot of broken WOOD bats- but I've never seen an aluminum bat break straight across. He seems pretty mature physically right now, but if continues to grow- he will be something special.

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I've seen the Denbow kid play a few times. He was good on the mound but not great elsewhere. But then again, I have only seen him play once, so maybe it was just an off day!

if you missed a small heath-hp playoff series report...

it gave a little love for jovan and thompson

if you missed a small heath-hp playoff series report...

it gave a little love for jovan and thompson

Heath has players all over the place to beat the Scotties in a 2-game sweep both at Highland Park.. Hawks have won 20 of last 21

A Heath vs. TxHi-Poteet winner should be awesome series...

In 5-1 win Friday, Heath got another HR from VerHagen, the 6-6 OU signee had HR's in both series games.. RF Drew Baxter hit an opposite field 390-footer to rightcenter as Heath's big hit...

Heath of course has Drew Benefield but there a plenty of other young players... SS is one of best defensive guys around...think it's Trevor Holland ... he's not brandon loy, but Holland is pretty good with glove...

Freshman Jovan Hernandez has come of of nowhere...to be a good finisher and can play several positions (where did he come from anyway?) and was the Game 1 star... 6-3 freshman 1B Jake Thompson is a good prospect...

Junior RHP James Baune had a complete-game for Game 2 win... very solid, pounded strike zone for most part ... Heath has hitters all through lineup with CF Matt Bielski and of course charlie martin

Evidently,4 Sport said something about Big Train's son. The reply has been removed now. But I will add this: BIG TRAIN,if your son pitches for the 16 Tigers and goes to Heath (10th next year), I saw him pitch this summer in a tournament. His 2 seam fast ball moved in on the righties, control was good, curve ball effective, and his mound presence was impressive. He and Jovan should be the foundation for Heath in the next 3 years. I've seen both of them behind the dish, and colleges will be calling in a few years. Good luck

Edited by moderator -- 4sport -- I want to believe that you're an ok guy/gal/kid that just really doesn't do a very good job
at issuing an apology (it seems that was at least your partial intent?). I accept the spirit of many of these posts as
recognition of two solid young players. I cannot suspend your ID/screen name, but others can, and they are ready
to take that action because of ongoing complaints. For those that are registering complaints with the site owner -- you might
consider whether or not this site brings you reward/benefit/pleasure. Legitimate issues will be handled. No one will find
enjoyment in over-reaction.

Friends, some here are uncomfortable with constant discussion of their sons. Please be sensitive to how they might feel....
better yet, consider how you might feel in their place. PM me if you want to discuss it further. And, I am not particularly
interested in a history lesson or a rehash of water that's well over the dam. Thanks.

-PD

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yes- anyone who has seen these two kids knows they are both super talented and have really bright futures. heath will rock
and roll over the next few years with these two. and from all accounts they are both great kids to boot.

Watching alot of ball this summer - DBAT Phillips has alot to offer for upcoming Sophmores/Juniors

Zach Thompson - Grace Prep 6'5 RHP 2011 grad, brother is in Minor system for Rangers -a top prospect to watch

Mike Hoffman - 2012 out of Martin HS/Arlington -RHP - big kid 6'3 probably around 190lbs. Can hit the ball deep as well - Heard he hit a GS the other night.

Nick Hendrix - LHP out of Martin as well - Great off speed stuff - just nasty

These boys have been throwing the ball well this summer against competition and from what I heard did well in HS too.

-Brett Byrum (2012)/ Rowlett/ Dallas Tigers- Ingram, Dallas Tigers- Autrey
-Jovan Hernandez (2012)/ Rockwall Heath/ DBAT Mustangs- Bothun
-Jacob Thompson (2012)/ Rockwall Heath/ Dallas Tigers- Ingram
-Kolbey Carpenter (2012)/ West/ Dallas Tigers-Ingram
-Sam Hearn (2012)/ Grapevine/ Dallas Tigers- Ingram,Dallas Patriots
-Austin McDonald (2012)/ Plano West/ Texas Cardinals
-Jherremya Leuta Douyere (2012)/ Keller ?../ Texas Blackhawks 14u
- Christian Gonzales (2012)/ Colleyville/ Texas Blackhawks 14u/17u
-Tiger Smith (2012)/?/ Dallas Tigers- Ingram
-Dallas Alderton (2012)/Parish Episcopal /DBAT Mustangs- Blue
-Mike Hoffman (2012)/ Arlington Martin/ DBAT Mustangs-Phillips
-Nick Hendrix (2012)/ Arlington Martin/ DBAT Mustangs-Phillips
-Heath Donica (2012)/ Corsicana/ BLBA Black
-Collin Sherod (2012)/ Naaman Forest/DBAT Mustangs-Johnson
-Taylor Perez (2012)/ Mansfield Timberview/ Arlington A's



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-Nick Gillespie (2013)/ Rowlett/ Dallas Tigers- Oldham
-Stephen Calliet (2013)/ Mabank/ Banditos Black 14u/ Houston Banditos 16u
-Holden Grounds (2013)/ Corsicana/ BLBA Black
-Sheldon Neusse (2013)/ Keller Fossil Ridge/ Texas Blackhawks 14u/17u


A few more of the names in the 2012 & 2013 classes to look out for next year. They all are making impacts on their summer teams and they will possibly make an impact on their Varsity teams next year.

hardnose-where did you get your list?

From kids that I have seen play this year, and also a few are kids I've heard about.

Also add:

-Jake Baxter (2012)/ Rockwall Heath/DBAT Mustangs-Bothun
-Grayson Lewis (2012)/Rockwall Heath/DBAT Mustangs-Bothun
-Connor Reed (2012)/Plano Senior High/Dallas Patriots 15u
-Toran Tillotson (2012)/ Plano West/ Dallas Patriots 15u
-Brandon McMillon (2012)/ Red Oak/ Dallas Redds 15u
-Hunter Courson (2012)/ Naaman Forrest/DBAT Mustangs-Blue 14u, DBAT Mustangs Chamblee
-Zach Metzger (2012)/Sunnyvale/Dallas Tigers-Ingram



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-Blake Seaton (2013)/ ?/ DBAT Mustangs Southwest
-David Szanto (2013)/?/ DBAT Mustangs Blue
-Ronnie Gideon (2013)/ Hallsville/ DBAT Mustangs Blue
-Wade Oliver (2013)/ Wichita Falls ?../ DBAT Mustangs Blue
-Jett Meenach (2013)/ ?/ Dallas Tigers-Oldham
-Jordan Gibbs (2013)/?/ Dallas Tigers-Oldham
-Dillon Harp (2013)/Argyle?/ Dallas Tigers-Oldham
-Billy McKinney (2013)/ Plano West/ DBAT Mustangs-Blue
-Valente Canada (2013)/Haltom/ Texas Blackhawks 14u
-Jake Wymer (2012)/Fossil Ridge/ Texas Blackhawks

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-Valente Canada (2013)/Haltom/ Texas Blackhawks 14u

Thanks hit-a-rope, wasn't sure on that info.

hey hardnosed i go to school with sheldon nusse and he is pretty good but if you are going to throw his name out their you should put jake wyimer up their to he also plays for the blackhawks and I also go to school with him he plays third and pitcher.

Thanks Cannon, I updated the list!

The Metzger kid from Sunnyvale is legit. He and Thompson played a tourney with me this summer and both were legit (and great young men too by the way). Metzger could play anywhere on the field, but I wonder how playing at a small school will affect him.

There are several 2012's in district 9-4A that should make significant contributions to their varsity teams -- some already did as Freshmen:

Swanke - Wakeland/DBAT
Miller - FS/FR ROPE
Hermelin - Mck/DBAT
Sherrod - NFHS/DBAT
kid from Mck No., don't know his name -- LHP that is a 2012-looks like he has a good future

Why no mention of any kids from the DBAT Southwest team? They finished 5th at the Elite 32 this year and are ranked 5th in the nation by Travelball Select. Zach Gilbreath was a regional finalist with Amateur Baseball Report and USSSA for the USSSA All-American Games in Florida. He is a freshman at Mansfield High this year. Also, Quintin Rohrbaugh, the best shortstop around and a huge bat, freshman at Bowie. Both are playing in the MetroScout League this fall.

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Originally posted by bambinosdad13:
Why no mention of any kids from the DBAT Southwest team? They finished 5th at the Elite 32 this year and are ranked 5th in the nation by Travelball Select. Zach Gilbreath was a regional finalist with Amateur Baseball Report and USSSA for the USSSA All-American Games in Florida. He is a freshman at Mansfield High this year. Also, Quintin Rohrbaugh, the best shortstop around and a huge bat, freshman at Bowie. Both are playing in the MetroScout League this fall.

You just mentioned them.

I have been watching this thread for sometime now .... no idea where this is really headed ....

gamer55: what is the purpose/intent of the list you refer to?

There is no purpose.

Rookie poster put up a rookie post.

This is a great way for mommas and daddys and know-nothings to put in a plug for their kids that hit .880 in the ...

Super Series
USSSSSA
Nations Baseball
Elite 32
National
Global Championship in Balch Springs last July.

I like the post and I like the thread, The arrogance of some people amaze me. Sorry we all don't meet up to your standards

The thread and topic don't bother me but I do think it is odd that someone is keeping a "list". I feel quite sure that it is probably an incomplete list....why not just comment on players within the thread ..... compiling a "list" makes it looks like someone has evaluated and approved each of these players. JMO

To give encouragement to those that have not made the "list"....some of the best players that I have seen over the years flew "under the radar" until they committed to their respective D1, D2, D3, JUCO, etc.

I agree with TXBUCK...you could list every kid who played for DBAT, Dallas Tigers, Texas Blackhawks, etc in the 14U and 15U groups last year. They all have "potential". "Potential" to be great or to screw it all up or somewhere in between.

I can agree with that it was just the comments about rookie posters and calling people know it alls and the personal condescending attacks that kinda upset me

I am sure I will get blasted for this but why not credit those 2012's who actually did make contributions to their varsity teams last year instead of listing names of kids off various rosters who may not even play varsity this year? There should be some kudo's extended to Metzger, Byrum, Schwanke, Hermelyn, Hernandez, Edwards, Sherrod, and, yes, even Thompson. They, among others who I may have unintentionally slighted, already have varsity skins on the wall. Some even had "senior" worthy numbers as 9th graders.

If you have Varsity skins as a freshman or sophomore, they get in the club. If they hit .999 for the JV or Freshman team, then no can do...

Solid Post Train.

So I guess this is now varsity basball web and no longer hsbaseball web. My bad my mistake

Great post BigTrain! Those young kids who made significant contributions to their respective varsity teams should be recognized. All of the names listed in your post will be fun to watch and follow over the next few years. I am sure there are many more talented kids in the 2012 class but impossible to know em all -- no matter how much bb we watch!

agsnhere - Who are you, the gatekeeper of all who are worthy? Who are you to say who gets props or not? Maybe you would like to share a personal story of "real" success. Tell all of us "peasants" what a real stud is.

Sometime soon, many of you will look back on some of these discussions and wonder why you let even a thread of negativity influence your son's HS baseball careers. The time goes by quickly friends.

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Originally posted by Panther Dad:
Sometime soon, many of you will look back on some of these discussions and wonder why you let even a thread of negativity influence your son's HS baseball careers. The time goes by quickly friends.

Guys, wisdom here, from the aging one.

It matters not whether someone gives your favorite player props on this forum.

Each will get his chances on the diamond, and those who matter will see.

Players will work to help their teams win and are the last to care if someone mentions them here.

Ones who have the ability to play beyond HS...will.

HS goes by faster than you all would like to think.

(Format of this post stolen from the great Former Observer)

Fun, ain't it?

Randy,

You are so right about that. It cannot possibly be more than 10 years ago that Kirk Kaiser was teaching little 9yr old boys how to step into the batters box properly. Zach still does it the same way.

Enjoy the moment, not what may come next.

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Originally posted by bambinosdad13:
Why no mention of any kids from the DBAT Southwest team?

When my better half told me of her post (above)I basically said there was no reason to ask why this player or that had not been mentioned; just mention them.(Good reply txbball14 ) I also told her that the HSBBW forum was, from what I had observed, NOT like others that we have seen that had a lot of sniping, backbiting & innuendo. Then some posts started proving me wrong. I agree with Panther Dad; No negativity needed here. Let's keep the comments positive. We are all baseball fans & fans of not only our kids but others as well. I have enjoyed hearing about some of the young men mentioned here that I have not had a chance to see play yet. Hopefully, in the next 4 short years I will enjoy seeing many of them either play with or against my son.

Juan Rodriquez

Puerto Rico

16



Not really sure what team he plays for or even if he plays in HS, but I'm positive there is a good 16 year old baseball player in Puerto Rico named Juan Rodriquez.

carefull here... he just may be a 20 yr old ... using an assumed name. He could be the next Wally Branyan?? Did you complete the DNA testing?

http://www.cleveland.com/tribe...ns_requesting_d.html

"Beisbol been bery good to me."

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Originally posted by hardnosedgamer55:
-Brett Byrum (2012)/ Rowlett/ Dallas Tigers- Ingram, Dallas Tigers- Autrey
-Jovan Hernandez (2012)/ Rockwall Heath/ DBAT Mustangs- Bothun
-Jacob Thompson (2012)/ Rockwall Heath/ Dallas Tigers- Ingram
-Kolbey Carpenter (2012)/ West/ Dallas Tigers-Ingram
-Sam Hearn (2012)/ Grapevine/ Dallas Tigers- Ingram,Dallas Patriots
-Austin McDonald (2012)/ Plano West/ Texas Cardinals
-Jherremya Leuta Douyere (2012)/ Keller ?../ Texas Blackhawks 14u
- Christian Gonzales (2012)/ Colleyville/ Texas Blackhawks 14u/17u
-Tiger Smith (2012)/?/ Dallas Tigers- Ingram
-Dallas Alderton (2012)/Parish Episcopal /DBAT Mustangs- Blue
-Mike Hoffman (2012)/ Arlington Martin/ DBAT Mustangs-Phillips
-Nick Hendrix (2012)/ Arlington Martin/ DBAT Mustangs-Phillips
-Heath Donica (2012)/ Corsicana/ BLBA Black
-Collin Sherod (2012)/ Naaman Forest/DBAT Mustangs-Johnson
-Taylor Perez (2012)/ Mansfield Timberview/ Arlington A's



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-Nick Gillespie (2013)/ Rowlett/ Dallas Tigers- Oldham
-Stephen Calliet (2013)/ Mabank/ Banditos Black 14u/ Houston Banditos 16u
-Holden Grounds (2013)/ Corsicana/ BLBA Black
-Sheldon Neusse (2013)/ Keller Fossil Ridge/ Texas Blackhawks 14u/17u


A few more of the names in the 2012 & 2013 classes to look out for next year. They all are making impacts on their summer teams and they will possibly make an impact on their Varsity teams next year.

So how do you like your list now hardnose? Any of your predictions hit?

13 of them are contibuting for their respective varsity's. I would say so!

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Originally posted by hardnosedgamer55:
-Brett Byrum (2012)/ Rowlett/ Dallas Tigers- Ingram, Dallas Tigers- Autrey
-Jovan Hernandez (2012)/ Rockwall Heath/ DBAT Mustangs- Bothun
-Jacob Thompson (2012)/ Rockwall Heath/ Dallas Tigers- Ingram
-Kolbey Carpenter (2012)/ Plano West/ Dallas Tigers-Ingram
-Sam Hearn (2012)/ Grapevine/ Dallas Tigers- Ingram,Dallas Patriots
-Austin McDonald (2012)/ Plano West/ DBAT ?
-Jherremya Leuta Douyere (2012)/ Moved to California
- Christian Gonzales (2012)/ Colleyville/ Texas Blackhawks 14u/17u
-Tiger Smith (2012)/Episcopal School of Dallas/ Dallas Tigers- Ingram
-Dallas Alderton (2012)/Parish Episcopal /DBAT Mustangs- Blue
-Mike Hoffman (2012)/ Arlington Martin/ DBAT Mustangs-Phillips
-Nick Hendrix (2012)/ Arlington Martin/ DBAT Mustangs-Phillips
-Heath Donica (2012)/ Corsicana/ BLBA Black
-Collin Sherod (2012)/ Naaman Forest/DBAT Mustangs-Johnson
-Taylor Perez (2012)/ Mansfield Timberview/ Arlington A's



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-Nick Gillespie (2013)/ John Paul II High School/ Dallas Tigers- Oldham
-Stephen Calliet (2013)/ Mabank/ Banditos Black 14u/ Houston Banditos 16u (not playing Banditos this year)
-Holden Grounds (2013)/ Corsicana/ BLBA Black
-Sheldon Neuse (2013)/ Keller Fossil Ridge/ Texas Blackhawks 14u/17u


A few more of the names in the 2012 & 2013 classes to look out for next year. They all are making impacts on their summer teams and they will possibly make an impact on their Varsity teams next year.


I would say 17 of them and one is in California. So more than likely 18 of them making a difference at the high school level.

Not a bad prediction at all.

I know your list of the 2012's is very solid. Are any of the 2013's making a "real" impact and getting a fair amount of playing time? Big difference in "being on" a Vasity team and "playing" on a Varsity team as a freshman.

Billy McKinney (2013) - playing great for Plano West. Good defensively in the outfield - great year offensively - 5 HR and in the area top 10 for RBIs - PW has 3 of the top 10 in RBI and another just below the top 10

3 of the 4 are "starting" freshman on their high school teams. 3 have been pitching regularly for their teams.

Hats off to all of them.

Hayden Nixon (2012)/Wakeland HS/DBAT McCabe/1.65 ERA

Jacob delacruz a 2012 at Plano East doing really well pitching, and Nick Ramos a 2013 also at east doing great starting in outfield. Also Eric Williams a 2013 Starting in left and batting clean up at Sachse who is tearing it up.

2012's are playing a lot this year in
FTW. I have seen some nice kids out there but really haven't followed their season. Great experience for them right now. They will be back stronger next year. Will try to find out some names and report back.

Watched 3 2012's last night that did very well.

Evan Williams/Mckinney Boyd/Dbat
Robbie Petty/Wylie/Dbat
Drew Feuerbacher/Wylie/Dallas Patriots

Craig Aiken CF (2012)/Coppell/DBAT McCabe/

If its hit any where near this kid; he'll catch it!

Oh yea, he can hit too - 2B & 3B vs FM Marcus last night...

Brown Bear, Which one of them is in Cali.?

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Originally posted by hardnosedgamer55:
Brown Bear, Which one of them is in Cali.?

I think it's Mya who has moved back to Covina,CA.

Ah, thanks! Where did he leave in Cali. before coming here?

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Originally posted by hardnosedgamer55:
Ah, thanks! Where did he leave in Cali. before coming here?

Not sure, my son played with him/against. Great kid, and family.

A few other boys (frosh) starting and doing well for their school.
Duran,C LHS OF/P Dbat-Johnson pitched 51/3 scoreless innings vs SLC to get the win 4-3
Buentello,N LHS 1B Dbat-Johnson homered against FM
Deaver,B LHS RF Pro-Source

Cole Fiola/Guyer HS (2012) solid player, power hitter

Any kid on DBAT Phillips or Mccabe is worthy of being on this list.

My son's name wasn't on "the list", but played Varsity last year as a freshman, is now a sophmore on Varsity. He is pitching strongly, on the DMN news list of top area pitchers, plays for a prominent summer team in Dallas! Who cares if a kids name is on this list?! We certainly don't, because we know that whoever started "the list" couldn't possibly know ALL the good players. No one should get their feelings hurt, it was just a topic starter. No biggie! I loved tycho's comments!

Hey Just Sayin, let us know who your kid is. From my perspective it is amazing to see and hear what these younger kids are doing in the great game. I have only gotten to see the young ones from 85-A this season but Man, they are fun to watch, and I have been able to follow others in the DMN boxscores because of these lists. It isn't always about trying to get accolades for your kid, some of us really enjoy and appreciate the talent in this great metroplex. Tycho is absolutely correct, but on the other hand it sure is exciting when I watch UT play for example and the metroplex kids I have followed in HS do something special.

Sorry J.S., wasn't really a list. Just some of the better young guys that I had seen play. If you have a player to add, the more the better!

I will send you a private message so you know.

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Originally posted by bbisfun:
Hey Just Sayin, let us know who your kid is. From my perspective it is amazing to see and hear what these younger kids are doing in the great game. I have only gotten to see the young ones from 85-A this season but Man, they are fun to watch, and I have been able to follow others in the DMN boxscores because of these lists. It isn't always about trying to get accolades for your kid, some of us really enjoy and appreciate the talent in this great metroplex. Tycho is absolutely correct, but on the other hand it sure is exciting when I watch UT play for example and the metroplex kids I have followed in HS do something special.

2013 CHHS- Cody Thomas, big athletic kid (6'4" or 6'5" ) Watched this kid hit a 525' shot last aginst Keller C. Everyone says he has been crushing the ball!!!

Evan Williams. Watched this kid drop oppo bombs as a freshman and now is taking 8-5A by storm. IMHO very similar to Alex Yardborough only as an outfielder.

i second that