Nova SE University Starts Strong

February 21, 2012 | Author: J. Bradley

Nova Southeast University baseball is underway in 2012 with a strong 4-1 start to the season. The Sharks have outscored their opponents by a 43-3 margin, impressive by any standard. Included in the wins were a three game sweep against Albany State, a 7-1 victory versus Florida Memorial, and a 1-0 loss to rival Barry University sandwiched in between. Paced by the hot hitting of Scott Woodrey (.500, 8 rbi’s), Alex Marrero (.455, 7 rbi’s), and A.J. Regoli (.375, 2 hr’s), Coach Greg Brown has his team on track for a possible championship run. Nova’s next game is Friday, February 24th against West Alabama at the Nova SE complex, start time is 6:00pm.

Broward High School Top Ten

February 21, 2012 | Author: J. Bradley

Baseball 954 Magazine

2012

WEEK TWO

Archbishop McCarthy (2-0)…21 runs scored in two games.
American Heritage (2-1)…Beat Springs but was upset by Doral.
Nova (2-0)…Have outscored opponents 23-1.
Coral Springs (1-1)…Tough loss to A.H., but should begin a roll.
Flanagan (2-1)… Opening upset vs Calvary, but have rebounded well. Read more »

Sharks warning!

February 20, 2012 | Author: J. Bradley

Baseball 954 Magazine’s spring preview continues with District 13-2A, where three teams battle for elusive titles and respect: Deerfield Beach Zion Lutheran, Hollywood Sheridan Hills, and Posnack Hebrew.

District 13-2A

Last year, Sheridan Hills relied upon the Myer brothers, Ron and Chris to carry the weight on the mound and they didn’t disappoint by helping the Sharks record 12 wins. Graduation left only the younger Chris in place to improve from 2011. But Coach Tim Talpesh believes Myer along with Thomas Davis and Jed Wilson are poised to take Sheridan Hills to their first title as the Read more »

Can Coral Springs Christian Repeat?

February 18, 2012 | Author: J. Bradley

Baseball 954 Magazine shines its spotlight on District 14-3A heading into 2012. The five team race to the top will lead to an interesting spring but only two teams have what it takes to make a run for a state birth.

District 14-3A

Having won their district the past two years, Coral Springs Christian is loaded with talent and mound experience and could make a strong case for their first state tournament entry. Despite having three players sign with Division One programs in 2011, the Crusaders return a solid nucleus of experienced arms and have added talent to give Coach Matt Cleveland a third straight district title. All county pitcher, Billy Atkins (7-1, 2.16 ERA in 2011) will lead the Read more »

Will the Lions be King?

February 16, 2012 | Author: J. Bradley

Heading into 2012, District 13 – 4A promises to be the top 4A district in the state of Florida. The district’s seven teams combined to win 100 games in 2011, and should surpass that mark this year.

District 13- 4A

Mike Moss returns to lead Chaminade Madonna after spending the past three years establishing West Broward High School. Moss’ last game with the Lions in 2008 was a playoff loss to eventual national champion American Heritage. Heading into 2012, the Lions hope to pick up where they left off in 2008 and find themselves with the talent to win a district crown. Read more »

Super Patriots!

February 15, 2012 | Author: J. Bradley

In 2012, four team District 16 – 5A looks to be a two way race between national power, American Heritage and Pompano Beach. Baseball 954 Magazine takes a closer look.

District 16 -5A

For new American Heritage head baseball coach, Bruce Aven, stepping up to a major league plate isn’t anything new. The former Florida Marlin takes over a program vacated by Todd Fitz-Gerald, who can be found a few miles north in Parkland at Stoneman Douglas. The Patriots return a strong nucleus of players that won their district crown in 2011 and finished with a 20-9 record. Led by short stop Brandon Lopez, considered by many to be a Read more »

Is Third Time the Charm for Archbishop McCarthy?

February 14, 2012 | Author: J. Bradley

Maverick 3 Peat?

Baseball 954Magazine spotlights District 15- 6A. Led by defending national champion, Archbishop McCarthy, the district includes two teams (Pembroke Pines Charter and Ft. Lauderdale) who could press the Mavericks in 2012. Ultimately, District 15 remains in Archbishop’s control but the race for the second seat will create some drama.

District 15 – 6A

Southwest Ranches, Florida is nestled on the western edge of Broward County and is home to America’s reigning top high school baseball team, Archbishop McCarthy. The Mavericks picked up the title in 2011 along with its second consecutive state championship. Heading into 2012, the Mavs return a solid pitching nucleus and defensive experience to challenge for a three-peat. Led by senior pitchers, Andre Martinez and Nick Travieso, Read more »

Remember the Titans… in 2012

February 11, 2012 | Author: J. Bradley

Nova's Troy Macero

District 16- 7A in Broward County promises to be one of the most competitive districts not only in South Florida but perhaps the state. Today, we look closer at the changes and projected finishes.

District 16 – 7A

For Nova and St. Thomas Aquinas, each baseball year brings up the argument of who will have the upper hand in claiming the district title. This year, the two powers advance to a new district with four schools with larger enrollments than they’re accustomed to. Cooper City, Plantation, South Broward, and McArthur all played in Florida’s largest class last year, and should push to break the baseball stronghold Nova and St.Thomas have created over the Read more »

Monarch and Northeast to Battle for District 15- 7A

February 10, 2012 | Author: J. Bradley

Northeast lefty, Scott Green

The 2012 high school baseball season for Broward County begins February 13^th. We continue to look at the changes and potential outcomes for the spring.

District 15 – 7A

District 15 has the least amount of teams of all the newly formed districts. Last year, Monarch found itself in one of Florida’s toughest districts (10-6A), having to face the power teams found in north Broward. Today, Monarch stands as the favorite in a district made up of only four teams located primarily on the east side of Broward. Under fifth year coach, Joe Franco, the Knights have the experience and pitching to hoist the district trophy for the first time in school history. Don’t expect Northeast to back down from challenging Monarch for the top spot as the Hurricanes graduated three starters from Read more »

Orioles add “The Shark of the Caribbean” Fred Ferreira

July 26, 2011 | Author: J. Bradley

The Baltimore Orioles upgraded its international scouting department by hiring legendary scout Fred Ferreira over the weekend. Executive V.P. of Baseball Operations for the Orioles, Dan Duquette, worked alongside Ferreira when both were with the Montreal Expos and was happy to announce a new relationship with “The Shark of the Caribbean” as Ferreira is affectionately known in baseball circles. Mr. Ferreira is the co-owner and director of Xtremeline Baseball School Camps, a free agent academy located in Weston. Mr. Ferreira’s official title with the O’s will be Executive Director of International Recruiting, congratulations Mr. Ferreira!

CATCHING UP WITH LEGENDARY SCOUT FRED FERREIRA

For legendary baseball executive and scout, Fred Ferreira, the opportunity to be immortalized for his body of work by the Broward County Sports Hall of Fame would be fitting, but his final baseball chapter remains incomplete. As Vice President and Director of International Operations with the New York Yankees, Montreal Expos, and Florida Marlins, Ferreira’s scouting eye has been responsible for the careers of 57 major leaguers including Bernie Williams, Vlad Guerrero, Jose Vidro, and Roberto Kelly to name a few. Pretty impressive considering the closest competitor scout is at 33 MLB careers.

Former Creek Hurler Traded To Reds

December 18, 2011 | Author: admin

Former Coconut Creek pitcher Matt Latos

San Diego Padre’s ace pitcher, Matt Latos was traded on Saturday to the Cincinnati Reds for a four player package that included two former 1st round picks. The Broward County native Latos, posted a 9-14 record with a 3.47 ERA on a offensive challenged San Diego team. Latos is penciled in as the number 2 starter on a Reds rotation that struggled to stay healthy in 2011.

Rizzo Traded to Cubs

January 8, 2012 | Author: J. Bradley

The San Diego Padres announced on Friday that former Stoneman Douglas standout, Anthony Rizzo was traded to the Chicago Cubs in a four player deal. Rizzo becomes the second high profile Broward County baseball alum to make major league baseball news in the past month following on the heels of Coconut Creek star Matt Latos’ trade from San Diego to Cincinnati. Former Boston Red Sox GM and current Cubs President, Theo Epstein originally drafted Rizzo in the 6th round of the 2007 MLB draft for the Red Sox and is known to be very high on Rizzo’s potential. The past two minor league seasons has witnessed Rizzo averaging over 25 home runs and 100 rbi’s and a flawless glove in the field. Wrigley field is certain to be very friendly to Rizzo’s ability…Good luck Anthony!

Can Douglas Deliver An Upset in 2012?

February 8, 2012 | Author: J. Bradley

In the world of high school baseball, a strong argument can be made that the best playing area in the United States is Broward County. With 50 public and private teams playing varsity schedules, Broward has accomplished a dramatic increase in state and national recognition in the past 10 years. Since 2002, Broward teams have won 9 state championships and three national titles, pretty impressive considering prior to 2002 Broward had won only 1 state championship in 50 years. The forecast for Broward County high school baseball in 2012 looks promising despite budget cuts and its effect on high school programs. Baseball 954 Magazine spring high school preview looks closer at district changes, possible finishes, and notable players to watch. Read more »

Falcons Ready to Fly Again?

February 9, 2012 | Author: J. Bradley

Baseball 954 Magazine spring high school preview for 2012 continues with a look at:

8A District 12:

Flanagan High School baseball, under the direction of Coach Ray Evans has won three state championships and a national crown in the past seven years. In 2011, the Falcons finished with a 22-3 record and one step away from another trip to the state final four. With Baseball 954 Magazine’s Offensive Player of the Year, Andres Sanchez, returning along with a pitching staff led by senior lefty, Michael Emigh, the opportunity for yet another ring is within reach. Standing in the way of Flanagan’s road will be West Broward under new coach Sergio Ambrose, and Western High School with new skipper, Paul Barnes bringing a new energy to the Wildcat faithful. Despite the lack of fall

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