GYBA Scoreboard: Updated 5/2

Catch up on some of the recent results from the Grayslake Youth Baseball Association:

MUSTANG LEAGUE:

League: >2011 Mustang League>Red Division
   Date: 4-30-2011 at 12:30p
   Team: GYBA-Cardinals (Mustang)   vs   GYBA-Reds (Mustang)
Location: Jaycee South - Grayslake, IL
  Score: 1 to 5
Comments:
 Opening Day finally arrived and the Cardinals and Reds came ready to play ball!!  The Reds prevailed 5 to 1, but both teams had several highlights.

The Reds were led by pitchers Sean Groark, Carson Darnall, and Eric Sturm, each pitching two innings.  Sean Groark and Eric Sturm each struck out six batters.  Offensively, each Red reached base at least once and they clubbed 13 hits.  Sean Groark had two RBI's and Ian Kaplan drove in a big insurance run.  The defensive play of the game was made by Michael Balaban at third base.

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League: >2011 Mustang League>White Division
   Date: 4-30-2011 at 11:30a
   Team: GYBA-Pirates (Mustang)   vs   GYBA-DBacks (Mustang)
Location: Jaycee North - Grayslake, IL
  Score: 5 to 9
Comments:
 It was a beautiful day for baseball on our Opening Day!

Even with minimal practice time due to extensive April rain, both the Pirates and the D'Backs still looked great in their opening game! There were very few walks for either team which meant that both teams had great pitching and both teams were ready to swing the bat when hitting.

Jon, Grant, and Tristian all put in great efforts with pitching for the D'Backs.  All of the Pirates pitchers also pitched extremely well.The D'Backs all put in a solid defensive effort and made some smart plays knowing where to go with the ball (again even with limted practice). Hitting was also strong for both teams.

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League: >2011 Mustang League>White Division
   Date: 4-30-2011 at 10:00a
   Team: GYBA-Giants (Mustang)   vs   GYBA-Rockies (Mustang)
Location: Jaycee South - Grayslake, IL
  Score: 9 to 3
Comments:
 Great Opening Day for both Teams.  All the boys were swinging the bat.  The pitchers had to deal with wet and muddy balls due to the water and mud behind home plate.  Thanks to the umps for trying to keep the balls clean.  Lesson Learned: bring a rag or towel to help keep the balls cleaned.

BRONCO LEAGUE:

5th Grade Division -

Strong start to the season against a formidable opponent
The Mudcats vs. the Muck Dogs
Finally a beautiful day without rain for some exciting baseball! The winds were heavy at Alleghany today as the Mudcats and the Muck Dogs battled back and forth!

In the top of the first inning, Benton Troehler started off strong and struck out 3 for the Mudcats. In the bottom of the inning, Gregory Silverman ran the bases on a monster shot out to Left Field. Zach Craig struck out 3 batters himself after the Mudcats scored 5 in the inning.

The Muck Dogs came back strong in the 2nd Inning as Seneca blasted a shot out to RF. The Muck Dogs brought in 5 runs of their own to tie the game up.

Mark Gosewisch took the mound for the Mudcats in the 3rd inning and threw 2 strikeouts and Molly Rutkowski assisted with catching a pop up to end the top of the inning. In the bottom of the inning, Ronnie Slawek belted a triple as the Mudcats brought in 2 runs.

In the top of the 4th, Zack Craig belted a shot to CF and the Muck Dogs closed in on the Mudcats. The bottom of the 4th brought Tyler Cooper to the mound and his stellar pitching struck out the final three batters and gave up no runs.

The 5th inning was strong for the Muck Dogs as they brought in 3 more runs to take the lead.

In the end, the Mudcats pulled out a narrow victory.

Game Highlights for Muck Dogs
Zack Craig 2/2, 3 runs, 2RBI, 2 IP, 2 K
Sage Lawson 1/2, 2RBI
Seneca Lawson 1/2, 2RBI
Tyler Cooper 2 IP, 6 K
Sam Lennartz 1 IP, 4 K

Game Highlights for Mudcats
Gregory Silverman 2/3, Inside the park HR
Benton Troehler 1 2/3 IP, 4K
Molly Rutkowski 1 2/3 IP, 2K
Mark Gosewisch 1 1/3 IP, 4K
Thomas Hill 2/2, 2RBI
Ronnie Slawek 2/4, Triple, 3RBI

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 League: >2011 Bronco League>5th Grade Division
   Date: 4-30-2011 at 7:00p
   Team: GYBA-Bulls   vs   GYBA-Sea Dogs
Location: Alleghany Bronco - Grayslake, IL
  Score: 6 to 19
Comments:
On Saturday April 30, the Grayslake Youth Baseball Association Opening day featured games from early morning till well past dark.  Blustery winds made for pitching challenges, even as the lights shined brightly for Sea Dogs versus the Bulls at Alleghany Park.

The Bulls opening pitcher Max Campbell (14 AB, 2 Hits, 7 Runs, 7 BB and 3K) held the Sea Dogs to two hits and managed 3Ks, yet the Sea Dogs managed 7 runs. He was relieved by Kyle Hendrix (13 AB, 6 Hits, 6 Runs, 3 BB, and 1K) and then the Bulls called on Chris Ambrose (15 AB, 4 Hits, 6 Runs, 4 BB, and 3K) each of them allowing 6 additional runs.

Pitching for the Sea Dogs was opened by Steve Strong (15 AB, 2 Hits, 3 Runs, 7 BB and 4K) the three runs were matched in the later innings with closer Kyle Judge (12 AB, 4 Hits, 3 Runs, 2 BB and 4K) as the Bulls charged late with a bases loaded 3 RBI double, yet could not catch up with the Sea Dogs.

Dramatic highlights included some close plays at first, Tyler Cinq-Mars really using his head to get on base, smart sacrifice RBIs and crowd pleasing big hits with RBIs for each side by Sea Dogs Joffery R. and the Bulls Max C.  

Great Defensive play by Ryan Price of the Bulls,  As time ran out and four innings completed, the score was: Sea Dogs 19, Bulls 6.

       Sea Dogs:
       Steve Strong:  2 innings pitched 4 K's; 1-4 1 RBI, 1 run scored.
       Kyle Judge:  2 innings pitched 4 K's; 0-1, 2 BB, 2 runs scored.

       Michael Costanzo:  3-4, 4 RBIs, 2 runs scored.
       Joffery Reinoso:  3-3, 2 RBIs, 2 runs scored.

       Jason Rosenthal: 1-1, 1 RBI sac, 1 walk, 1 1B, 2 runs scored.
       Tyler Hanson: 2-2, 2 BB, 1 RBI, 3 runs scored.

       Josh Piggott: 1-1, 2 BB, 2 RBI, 2 runs scored.
       Jacob Zboril: 1- 1, 1 BB, 1 RBI, 2 runs scored

       Mike Przybylski: 1-2, 1 BB, 1 RBI, 1 run scored.
       Dylan Comella: 3 BB, 1 RBI, 2 runs scored.

       Bulls:
       Max Campbell: 1.2 innings pitched, 3K’s; 2-3, 3 RBI Double.
       Kyle Hendrix:  .2 innings pitched, 1K, 2-3, 1 RBI Double, 2 runs scored.

       Chris Ambrose: 1.2 innings pitched, 3K’s, 2-2, 1 BB, 1 run scored.
       Alex Nixon: 2 BB, 1 run scored.

       Jobe Ringer: 1 BB, 1 run scored.
       Seth Wrzesinski: 1 BB, 1 run scored

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League: >2011 Bronco League>5th Grade Division
   Date: 4-29-2011 at 6:00p
   Team: GYBA-Sea Dogs   vs   GYBA-River Cats
Location: Alleghany Bronco - Grayslake, IL
  Score: 23 to 14
Comments:
       It has been raining cats and dogs this spring and some new cats and dogs faced off on Friday April 29th. Two teams of fifth graders, the River Cats and the Sea Dogs played Grayslake Youth Baseball on an evening when the scores went up and the temperatures went down.

       The first pitch was a pleasant mid 60s temperature with a breeze from the east.  The River Cats Tommy led off the game making it on base to then scored when driven in by Mark Kegan for an RBI.

       The second half of the first inning moved the Sea Dogs out front by thirteen runs. The teams shared many things including red jerseys and grey pants.  They also had some well placed throws and fantastic stretches for outs at first base and 12 stolen bases for each team.

       Dramatic highlights included the River Cat's Tanner in an airborne collision which he brushed off and continued to play and a near circus quality aerobatic move when the Sea Dogs Josh Piggott caught a fly ball while he himself was crossing the infield and mid-air.  A line drive back to the River Cats pitcher was a remarkable play as well.

       The River Cats showed patience at the plate and the game yielded 22 walks for them to the 13 walks the Sea Dogs had.

       The River Cats threatened in the forth when they managed 15 at bats, but the Sea Dogs defense held them to 9 runs.

       The fans appreciated the game wrapping up as the temperature and sun had dropped and the wind picked up making for a chilly finish to the first game of the season for these fine players on both teams.

       After four an a half innings with a game time that ran about three hours the final score: River Cats 14 and Sea Dogs 23.

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6th Grade Division -

 League: >2011 Bronco League>6th Grade Division
   Date: 4-29-2011 at 6:00p
   Team: GYBA-River Dogs   vs   GYBA-Mudhens
Location: Aquatic - Grayslake, IL
  Score: 17 to 10
Comments:
 River Dogs break out the heavy lumber to open the season with a win over the Mudhens.

After the visiting birds from Toledo pecked and scratched their way to an early lead in the opening frame, the Dogs seized control behind back-to-back 2-baggers by Declan Peterson, Carter Maiden, and Mike Andrews and a solid shot by Anthony Bauer.

The resilient Hens battled back, regaining the lead behind hits by Jack Fortman, Chris Ayers, and Andrew Kemnetz. Backed up against the fence, the Dogs responded, scoring 7 after 2 outs, behind Declan Delahunty (2H), Maiden (2H), Andrews (3H), Bauer (2H) and a solid at bat by Justin Buechner. Dylan Sulzer kept the Dogs on top, blanking the Hens over 2 innings while striking out 4 and fielding his position like a young Greg Maddux. Riding momentum, the Dogs padded the lead with some smart at bats by John Mutter, Robert McNeilly, and Zach Cashmore, whose hits to the right side plated three runs.

As expected the fighting Hens threatened in the fifth, with the big blow being a bases loaded double by Alex Urbanik (2 2B). But, closer Carter Maiden, backed by several strong defensive plays by fist sacker, Dylan Sulzer,  was able to shut down the Hens in order in the final frame to secure the win.

Offense:
River Dogs:
Dylan Sulzer: 3R
Declan Delahunty: 2-2
Declan Peterson:2-2 (2b)
Carter Maiden: 2-3 (2B)
Mike Andrews: 3-4 (2b)
Anthony Bauer: 2-3
Zach Cashmore: 1-3
John Mutter: RBI

MudHens
Chris Ayers: 1-1
Andrew Kemnetz: 1-3
Jack Fortman: 2-3
Alex Urbanik: 2-2 (2B)

Pitching:
River Dogs
Declan Delahunty: 2 IP, 2K, 58 Pitches
Dylan Sulzer: 2 IP, 4K, 0Runs, 39 Pitches
Carter Maidein: 2 IP, 2K, 39 Pitches

MudHens
Evan Nordman, Andrew Kemnetz, Alex Urbanik, Jack Fortman, Wichlin, Brewster, Hrycyk

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League: >2011 Bronco League>6th Grade Division
   Date: 4-30-2011 at 9:00a
   Team: GYBA-Iron Pigs   vs   GYBA-Lugnuts
Location: Alleghany Bronco - Grayslake, IL
  Score: 3 to 8

PONY LEAGUE:

League: >2011 GYBA Travel Program
   Date: 4-30-2011 at 2:30p
   Team: GYBA-11U Grayslake Coyotes  Silver   vs   Geneva White
Location: Batavia - Batavia, IL
  Score: 13 to 9

Comments: In game 2 of the Batavia tournament, the Coyotes scored 13 runs on 9 hits to beat the Geneva White team 13-9. Hits were recorded by Clayton Bloemke, Luke Loy, Jason Ritter (2B), Dan Eiserman (2 1B, 2 RBI), Zack Reese (RBI), Edward Erickson (2 1B, RBI), Jameson Loeffler and Lane Getka.

The Coyotes played solid defense and got great pitching from Edward Erickson (2K, 0 BB), Zack Reese (1 K) and Alex Hartigan.

The gold glove award went to Luke Loy for a diving catch in LF to help preserve the win.

League: >2011 GYBA Travel Program
   Date: 4-25-2011 at 5:30a
   Team: GYBA-14U Grayslake Coyotes   vs   Waukegan
Location: Waukegan - Waukegan, IL
  Score: 11 to 1
Comments:
       In the first game of the season, the Coyotes came out swinging on a very cold night.  Justin Guryn and Alex Ruiz combined for 11 K's and gave up no hits.  Greg Gauger pounded a double to help spark the team in a big inning.

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 League: >2011 GYBA Travel Program
   Date: 4-25-2011 at 5:30p
   Team: GYBA-11U Grayslake Coyotes  Silver   vs   PBI - Gold Eagles
Location: Barrington - Barrington , IL
  Score: 14 to 4
Comments:
 The Coyotes received solid pitching from Luke Loy, Clayton Bloemke, and Edward Erickson to hold the PBI Eagles to only 4 runs on 2 hits.  The Coyotes were aggressive at the plate.  Hits were recorded by Zack Reese, Riley Falson (2B), Edward Erickson (two singles, 2 RBI), and Jameson Loeffler (RBI).  Lead off hitter Clayton Bloemke reached base all three at bats and scored 3 runs.  Great baserunning and solid defense led to this 10 run victory.  

Gold Glove award was issued to Lane Getka for a lunging catch of a line drive that led to an unassisted double play.

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 League: >2011 GYBA Travel Program
   Date: 4-9-2011 at 1:00p
   Team: GYBA-11U Grayslake Coyotes  Silver   vs   Glenview Patriots
Location: Glenview Blaze - Glenview, IL
  Score: 11 to 8
Comments:
The Coyotes opened the season with a come from behind win.  Trailing by 2 runs in the 7th inning the Coyotes used the power of the RALLY CAP to score 5 runs.  Key RBI's were recorded by Luke Loy, Riley Falson, Edward Erickson (2 RBI), and Jameson Loeffler.

Luke Loy pitched 3 innings and gave up just one hit while striking out 5 Patriots. Riley Falson pitched 2/3 of an inning and recorded one K.  Edward Erickson pitched 2 1/3 innings giving up just 2 hits and recording 4 K's.  Clayton Bloemke pitched a scoreless 7th inning by giving up 3 ground ball outs. Dan Eiserman was solid behind the plate along with Ray Bradley and Jameson Loeffler.

Gold Glove award went to Jason Ritter who stabbed a screaming line drive from his knees to retire the opponent's 3 hitter in the 6th inning to prevent a rally.

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League: >2011 GYBA Travel Program
   Date: 4-29-2011 at 7:00p
   Team: GYBA-11U Grayslake Coyotes  Silver   vs   Batavia Gold
Location: Away game
  Score: 10 to 3
Comments:
 The Coyotes pounded out 9 hits to beat the host Batavia Bulldogs under the lights to win the first game of the tournament.

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League: >2011 GYBA Travel Program
   Date: 4-30-2011 at 4:45p
   Team: GYBA-11U Grayslake Coyotes  Silver   vs   Warrenville Warriors
Location: Batavia - Batavia, IL
  Score: 6 to 3
Comments:
In game 3 of the Batavia tournament the Coyotes overcame an early 3 run defecit to beat the Warrenville Warriors 6-3.  Alex Hartigan led the team with 2 hits and a BB and scored 3 times.  The key hit of the game came with two outs in the 4th inning with runners on second and third.  Zack Reese pounded a single up the middle to score Hartigan and Luke Loy to take a one run lead that the Coyotes would never give up.

Hits were recorded in the game by Luke Loy (RBI), Hartigan (2 1B), Jason Ritter (RBI), Zack Reese (2 RBI).  Dan Eiserman also contributed with a sacrifice fly that scored a run.

The Coyotes received excellent pitching from Luke Loy (6 K), Riley Falson, and Edward Erickson (2 K, 0 BB).

The Coyotes earned a birth in the Championship game on Sunday.

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League: >2011 GYBA Travel Program
   Date: 4-30-2011 at 2:30p
   Team: GYBA-11U Grayslake Coyotes  Silver   vs   Geneva White
Location: Batavia - Batavia, IL
  Score: 13 to 9
Comments:
In game 2 of the Batavia tournament, the Coyotes scored 13 runs on 9 hits to beat the Geneva White team 13-9.  Hits were recorded by Clayton Bloemke, Luke Loy, Jason Ritter (2B), Dan Eiserman (2 1B, 2 RBI), Zack Reese (RBI), Edward Erickson (2 1B, RBI), Jameson Loeffler and Lane Getka.

The Coyotes played solid defense and got great pitching from Edward Erickson (2K, 0 BB), Zack Reese (1 K) and Alex Hartigan.

The gold glove award went to Luke Loy for a diving catch in LF to help preserve the win.