All the pics and videos are in the slide show below because it makes the post easier to view. If you want to see a full page of all the pics and video go to this link (Web Album). It was a tough weekend as we went 0-3 @ #17 UNC but we played hard. We beat ourselves in the series, if we clean up our game and get back to what helped us win last week then we will be good moving forward. All game recaps are available below via links to our team website.
Game 1- Recap/Box Score
Game 2- Recap/Box Score
Game 3- Recap/Box Score
There are still some pics/video that have not uploaded but check back a little later and all of it should be up on the slide show and the image gallery.
Sunday, March 6, 2011
Thursday, March 3, 2011
Weekend Series Preview: UNC
Weekend Series Preview:
On the road again. Right now I am posting as we're bussing down to Chapel Hill, NC to take on the UNC Tar Heels of the ACC. UNC is currently ranked #17 in the country and have a record of 8-1. Their lone loss came last week to fellow northeast school Seton Hall. Overall the Heels are a well rounded team and make little mistakes. They are hitting .313 as a team, led by Michael Levi and Frank Chaz both hitting over .500. Their pitching staff seems to split up innings throughout. Through the first 9 games the least appearances anyone has is 2 and most is 4 by 5 different pitchers. They're led by pitcher Patrick Johnson with a 1.42 ERA in 2 starts. Their most notable win this season came against Cal State Fullerton, who were ranked pre season top 10. Their most recent game was a win over Davidson 14-6 yesterday.
As a team we are coming off a solid weekend against FAU, taking 2 of 3 from the Owls. We played solid baseball making very few mistakes. Led by dominant pitching and timely hitting we were able to come home happy about the weekend, although we are always looking to improve. We need to continue to attack the zone as pitchers and make all the plays defensively, keeping the mistakes to a minimum. If we do that the offense will take care of itself. We feel if we do not beat ourselves we can stack up with anyone at anytime. Last weekend we had production from our rookies as well as our key returners, offensively and on the hill. If we get the production that we got last week and continue to improve we will compete and have a good chance to come out successful again this weekend.
Game Dates and Times:
Friday 3/4/11 @ 3:00PM
Saturday 3/5/11 @ 2:00PM
Sunday 3/6/11 @ 1:00PM
Be sure to follow us on game tracker which is available for every game on the team website(Official Site), or come down to the game if you can. Check up often for game summaries and pictures/videos from the trip. Follow and Share!
On the road again. Right now I am posting as we're bussing down to Chapel Hill, NC to take on the UNC Tar Heels of the ACC. UNC is currently ranked #17 in the country and have a record of 8-1. Their lone loss came last week to fellow northeast school Seton Hall. Overall the Heels are a well rounded team and make little mistakes. They are hitting .313 as a team, led by Michael Levi and Frank Chaz both hitting over .500. Their pitching staff seems to split up innings throughout. Through the first 9 games the least appearances anyone has is 2 and most is 4 by 5 different pitchers. They're led by pitcher Patrick Johnson with a 1.42 ERA in 2 starts. Their most notable win this season came against Cal State Fullerton, who were ranked pre season top 10. Their most recent game was a win over Davidson 14-6 yesterday.
Game Dates and Times:
Friday 3/4/11 @ 3:00PM
Saturday 3/5/11 @ 2:00PM
Sunday 3/6/11 @ 1:00PM
Be sure to follow us on game tracker which is available for every game on the team website(Official Site), or come down to the game if you can. Check up often for game summaries and pictures/videos from the trip. Follow and Share!
Monday, February 28, 2011
Weekend Recap - 2 of 3 @ FAU
Playing opening weekend at top 40 ranked FAU and taking 2 of 3 is a successful weekend.
Series Scores:
Game 1 - Stony Brook 5 FAU 0 Game 1 Recap
Game 2 - Stony Brook 5 FAU 1 Game 2 Recap
Game 3 - Stony Brook 4 FAU 12 Game 3 Recap
Games one and two were marked by solid pitching and defense as well as with timely hitting. Although we took a hard loss in game three, the series and weekend was a success. As a team we seem to be meshing really well. We have a lot of intangibles and being a close knit bunch is a key factor in our success. Coming out of this weekend we know that we have the talent to stack up with anyone on any given day. That along with the confidence in each other will take us where we want to go if it continues this year.
Looking ahead to next week our challenge will not get any easier as we will take on a top 20 ranked team in the UNC Tar Heels. UNC is off to a hot start and we look to cool off that flame. Look for the series preview in the coming days.
The slide show of images is all of the pics that I had from the trip and if you click the link underneath there are a couple videos of the plane trip as well. Most of the pics are posted previously but there are a few more added to it so check it out.
For Full Page of Images and Video Click Here!
Series Scores:
Game 1 - Stony Brook 5 FAU 0 Game 1 Recap
Game 2 - Stony Brook 5 FAU 1 Game 2 Recap
Game 3 - Stony Brook 4 FAU 12 Game 3 Recap
Games one and two were marked by solid pitching and defense as well as with timely hitting. Although we took a hard loss in game three, the series and weekend was a success. As a team we seem to be meshing really well. We have a lot of intangibles and being a close knit bunch is a key factor in our success. Coming out of this weekend we know that we have the talent to stack up with anyone on any given day. That along with the confidence in each other will take us where we want to go if it continues this year.
Looking ahead to next week our challenge will not get any easier as we will take on a top 20 ranked team in the UNC Tar Heels. UNC is off to a hot start and we look to cool off that flame. Look for the series preview in the coming days.
The slide show of images is all of the pics that I had from the trip and if you click the link underneath there are a couple videos of the plane trip as well. Most of the pics are posted previously but there are a few more added to it so check it out.
For Full Page of Images and Video Click Here!
Saturday, February 26, 2011
Season Opener W and FAU Series Pics (So Far).
Solid start to the season as Trop and McNitt combined to throw a gem. We had some clutch timely hitting, including a dagger of a HR by Marino(Player Profile), and played solid defense for the most part En route to a 5-0 win. (Official Full Game Recap) We still look to get better every game and with Johnson on the hill we aim to take the series today.
Some pictures from the trip so far. Its together in a slide show because there would be too many pictures to put in a single post. With teammate Thor Miller unable to travel this weekend due to a health complication we decided to bring him along anyway, as a wolfie stuffed animal. He will come along for the ride throughout so look out for him in the pics posted. Check back for some more pics and video from the rest of the trip as we feed off yesterdays win and get better each game. Follow up and Share!!!
For Full Page of Pics Click here
Some pictures from the trip so far. Its together in a slide show because there would be too many pictures to put in a single post. With teammate Thor Miller unable to travel this weekend due to a health complication we decided to bring him along anyway, as a wolfie stuffed animal. He will come along for the ride throughout so look out for him in the pics posted. Check back for some more pics and video from the rest of the trip as we feed off yesterdays win and get better each game. Follow up and Share!!!
For Full Page of Pics Click here
Thursday, February 24, 2011
Tuesday, February 22, 2011
Weekend Series Preview: Florida Atlantic (FAU)
Weekend Series Preview:
As we are only a few days out from opening day it is now time to start up the new post segment, the Weekend Series Preview. This week we will be flying down to Boca Raton, FL to take on the FAU Owls. The Owls are usually a pretty tough opponent and contend every year. This season is no different with pre-season polls having them ranked in the top 40 in the nation. Last weekend the Owls took a weekend 3 game sweep from fellow Long Island school Hofstra. This weekend the Owls were led by hitters Nick Delguldice and Andy Mee as well as others. Their pitching staff seemed to break up the weekend evenly amongst the 3 game set vs. Hofstra with no one throwing more than 5 innings. During this week FAU will take on the top ranked Florida Gators and the University of Miami Hurricanes. A tough midweek challenge for the Owls and will take them into the weekend series against us.
Heading into our first weekend at FAU we look to take no time getting acclimated to playing an opponent. Although we open a week later than most D1 squads we took that extra time, with the weather throughout the off season being poor, and made the most of it. Hitters faced pitchers live every practice allowing for the transition from indoors to on the field to be a smooth one. We always play a tough pre-season schedule in order to prepare us for the regular season as well as for a regional later on in the year. This year is no different as FAU will be a challenge, one which we do not shy away from. We have a great core group of guys and a solid freshman class that will aid in contending with the top teams in the country. Entering the weekend being led by pitchers Nick Tropeano and Tyler Johnson and a core group of hitters we look to get ahead early on our opponents and keep the opposing team on their heels. Although the Owls are a good team do not be shocked if we come out of this weekend taking the series.
Game Dates and Times:
Friday 2/25/11 @ 6:30pm EST
Saturday 2/26/11 @ 4:00pm EST
Sunday 2/27/11 @ 1:00pm EST
Be sure to follow us on game tracker which is available for every game on the team website(Official Site), or come down to the game if you can. Check up often for game summaries and pictures/videos from the trip. Follow and Share!
As we are only a few days out from opening day it is now time to start up the new post segment, the Weekend Series Preview. This week we will be flying down to Boca Raton, FL to take on the FAU Owls. The Owls are usually a pretty tough opponent and contend every year. This season is no different with pre-season polls having them ranked in the top 40 in the nation. Last weekend the Owls took a weekend 3 game sweep from fellow Long Island school Hofstra. This weekend the Owls were led by hitters Nick Delguldice and Andy Mee as well as others. Their pitching staff seemed to break up the weekend evenly amongst the 3 game set vs. Hofstra with no one throwing more than 5 innings. During this week FAU will take on the top ranked Florida Gators and the University of Miami Hurricanes. A tough midweek challenge for the Owls and will take them into the weekend series against us.
Heading into our first weekend at FAU we look to take no time getting acclimated to playing an opponent. Although we open a week later than most D1 squads we took that extra time, with the weather throughout the off season being poor, and made the most of it. Hitters faced pitchers live every practice allowing for the transition from indoors to on the field to be a smooth one. We always play a tough pre-season schedule in order to prepare us for the regular season as well as for a regional later on in the year. This year is no different as FAU will be a challenge, one which we do not shy away from. We have a great core group of guys and a solid freshman class that will aid in contending with the top teams in the country. Entering the weekend being led by pitchers Nick Tropeano and Tyler Johnson and a core group of hitters we look to get ahead early on our opponents and keep the opposing team on their heels. Although the Owls are a good team do not be shocked if we come out of this weekend taking the series.
Game Dates and Times:
Friday 2/25/11 @ 6:30pm EST
Saturday 2/26/11 @ 4:00pm EST
Sunday 2/27/11 @ 1:00pm EST
Be sure to follow us on game tracker which is available for every game on the team website(Official Site), or come down to the game if you can. Check up often for game summaries and pictures/videos from the trip. Follow and Share!
Wednesday, February 16, 2011
Interview With the Ocho
I did an alumni spotlight on Justin a week or so ago (Click For His Profile) and it lacked a key component. The interview. I finally have that portion all set and ready to post so give it a nice read hes always got good stuff to say.
What do you feel defined your college career?
"For me having the opportunity to win two conference championships as well as receive my college degrees defined my college career."
How do you think your experience in college affects you in the professional game?
"My college experience affects me in the professional ranks in a number of ways. One way is coming out everyday with the same work ethic wanting to get better. The attention to detail because everyone in pro ball is good however it is the little things and attention to detail that will go along way in helping you stand out."
What, if anything, do you miss about Stony Brook?
"I miss a lot about Stony Brook. The campus, kelly deli, team dinners at the SAC, going through the grind of a off season and pre season workouts with the team. I miss the “In it to win it World Series” nd of course coach senk and the rest of the coaches."
Who do you think influenced you most so far in your career?
"I'd have to say my family have influenced me. My parents have been my biggest supporters and have been there for me through the tough and frustrating times of my college and now pro career. Its hard to pin point exact people because so many have influenced me and have taught me so many things along the way that I am forever grateful for."
Explain how it felt the day you found out you would be playing professionally?
"The draft was one of the most emotional experiences I've gone through. To see my name on the screen was an extremely happy moment for me and my family. It was a surreal feeling at first but once I was able to sit back and reflect I realized that this is only the beginning and that the real work starts now to reach my ultimate goal."
What differs from the college game at the higher levels?
"Well from what I have seen what differs the college game from the higher levels is not too much. Yes the talent differential is big, there are so many good players from all over the country and the world that you are competing with. I think the biggest thing is that in the pros you are competing for a job. There is always someone trying to take your job."
What do you think helped you get where you are now and what will get you to where you want to end up?
"From a baseball standpoint I believe I am where I am now because of my defense and my ability to handle a pitching staff and call a good game. My offense is something that I am working hard on to improve but I believe the more I am able to learn the better I will get. From a make up stanpoint I believe my tireless work ethic helped me get to where I wanna get. Never being complacent and always wanting to get better. I feel if I can continue. Work on my weaknesses as and maintain my strengths I will get to where I want to get."
If you had to advise other players who aspire to play professionally, what would you tell them?
"I'd advise players to work hard everyday and bring the same intensity day in and day out. Always think to yourself there's someone out working just as hard or even harder than I am right now.When playing, play with heart and passion because you never know who's watching."
Reflect on your last season and explain how it will aid in your success for this coming year.
"Last season was a difficult being hurt and having to miss my first professional season, but I learned a lot and I'm looking forward to spring training with a fresh start and anxious to work hard, get better and show the organization what I can bring to the table."
What do you feel defined your college career?
"For me having the opportunity to win two conference championships as well as receive my college degrees defined my college career."
How do you think your experience in college affects you in the professional game?
"My college experience affects me in the professional ranks in a number of ways. One way is coming out everyday with the same work ethic wanting to get better. The attention to detail because everyone in pro ball is good however it is the little things and attention to detail that will go along way in helping you stand out."
What, if anything, do you miss about Stony Brook?
"I miss a lot about Stony Brook. The campus, kelly deli, team dinners at the SAC, going through the grind of a off season and pre season workouts with the team. I miss the “In it to win it World Series” nd of course coach senk and the rest of the coaches."
Who do you think influenced you most so far in your career?
"I'd have to say my family have influenced me. My parents have been my biggest supporters and have been there for me through the tough and frustrating times of my college and now pro career. Its hard to pin point exact people because so many have influenced me and have taught me so many things along the way that I am forever grateful for."
Explain how it felt the day you found out you would be playing professionally?
"The draft was one of the most emotional experiences I've gone through. To see my name on the screen was an extremely happy moment for me and my family. It was a surreal feeling at first but once I was able to sit back and reflect I realized that this is only the beginning and that the real work starts now to reach my ultimate goal."
What differs from the college game at the higher levels?
"Well from what I have seen what differs the college game from the higher levels is not too much. Yes the talent differential is big, there are so many good players from all over the country and the world that you are competing with. I think the biggest thing is that in the pros you are competing for a job. There is always someone trying to take your job."
What do you think helped you get where you are now and what will get you to where you want to end up?
"From a baseball standpoint I believe I am where I am now because of my defense and my ability to handle a pitching staff and call a good game. My offense is something that I am working hard on to improve but I believe the more I am able to learn the better I will get. From a make up stanpoint I believe my tireless work ethic helped me get to where I wanna get. Never being complacent and always wanting to get better. I feel if I can continue. Work on my weaknesses as and maintain my strengths I will get to where I want to get."
If you had to advise other players who aspire to play professionally, what would you tell them?
"I'd advise players to work hard everyday and bring the same intensity day in and day out. Always think to yourself there's someone out working just as hard or even harder than I am right now.When playing, play with heart and passion because you never know who's watching."
Reflect on your last season and explain how it will aid in your success for this coming year.
"Last season was a difficult being hurt and having to miss my first professional season, but I learned a lot and I'm looking forward to spring training with a fresh start and anxious to work hard, get better and show the organization what I can bring to the table."
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