Story Archive Roadrunners of the Week Social Media Skip Content Stream ramapo social @rcnjathletics They won four league titles under his watch, including this season. |, Craig Epstein | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com The Houston Rockets introduced former Boston Celtics head coach Ime Udoka as the franchise's next coach on Wednesday. The Mustangs briefly took a 2-1 lead in the third inning on a home run by Logan Force to right-center field. Miami Redhawks head coach Deunna Hendrix during an NCAA women's basketball game on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2019, in Miami. We've been blessed with some good guys and coaches around here. It was a revenge game for us. Police said they're still on the hunt for Butler, who's wanted for felony aggravated assault. The views, information, or opinions expressed in this article are solely those of the author and do not necessarily represent those of Best Version Media or its employees. Hamilton West at Notre Dame: This would have been the best game of the day. Parents and Saunders' family had the cameras ready. Old Bridge at Morristown: This is a game between two teams that would have had outstanding pitching staffs. A lefty pitcher and first baseman, Crochfelt is already committed to Auburn. "He'd be the first to deflect all attention to his former players and coaches, and while everyone in the program over the years deserves some credit, the one constant has been coach," Byram Hills assistant coach Fred Schwam said of Saunders. Ettinger pitched five innings for the win, giving up just two earned runs on five hits, while striking out 12 batters and issuing one walk. Hamilton West and Notre Dame would likely have been ranked 15-20 if there was a NJ.com Preseason Top 20. Major League Baseball introduced new rules to speed up the game, and that begs the question: How, if at all, will that impact the amateur level, including high school baseball in New Jersey? I had a blast.. "That'll be what I'll miss the most, the connections and competitions between the other teams and other coaches too," Saunders said. Ramapo rallies past Pascack Hills to extend streak - Baseball recap, Who is the top junior position player in NJ baseball for 2023? Since then, the Bobcats have 10 straight winning seasons and will look to make it 11 this year. Delbarton, which finished last spring as the No. Diaz was 7-1 as a junior with 1.01 ERA and 30 strikeouts in 40 innings. The material on this site may not be reproduced, distributed, transmitted, cached or otherwise used, except with the prior written permission of Advance Local. If a pitcher is starting to take too long, yes, we do go out [toward the mound], or Ill tell the catcher to go out and say, Hey, tell your pitcher hes coming close to 20 seconds, said Gojdycz, whose organization is in the midst of an umpiring shortage. Box Score; . ", Rankings: Ketcham stays atop baseball rankings, first 2023 playoff seed projections for each class, Scoreboard: Scores, schedule, results and more for May 1-7 high school baseball, Gallery: Photo gallery of Byram Hills-Briarcliff baseball, before it was suspended by the rain. Mike DiPaolo went 1-for-2 with a RBI. After a 1-1 stalemate, they broke the game open by scoring nine runs over the third and fourth innings to pull away. Feretic was a Rutgers University commit, decommitted, and is now headed for Monroe (N.Y.) Community College. %PDF-1.4 Until they add a pitch clock for high school, Ill probably start thinking about it then., I have some that work fast, some that work extremely slow. Ramapo baseball tops Montville to claim first sectional title in 17 years. It all started to come together for the Raiders when they stunned top-seeded Don Bosco, 1-0, in the Bergen County Tournament quarterfinals on May 21. Ramapo Gryphons Varsity Boys Baseball Spring Valley, NY FOLLOW TEAM 22-23 V. Baseball Home Schedule Roster News More / Ramapo High School Baseball Ramapo Baseball OVERALL 0-0 0.00 Win % LEAGUE 0-0 0.00 Win % HOME0-0 AWAY0-0 NEUTRAL0-0 PF0 PA0 STREAK- Contribute to the Team Complete the Schedule Add missing games to the schedule Complete the Roster Eric Cha of Old Tappan pitched in record-setting heat as if he had plans to get to a pool party. Ramapo Welcomes New Head Football Coach - RIHRHSD Dean says this years Raiders team began bonding during winter workouts at Teels Baseball and Softball Training Center. Coach DeFazio will join the Ramapo Indian Hills Regional High School District with a passion and commitment to leadership, character, academics, and athletic excellence. Niko attacked the zone and trusted his defense, Ramapo coach Garrison Ward said. Follow him on Twitter @josephzedalis. But Im not sure a clock would be a remedy for that.. I dont think its necessary in high school, not at all, said Passaic Tech coach Robert Nutile, among a dozen people providing their perspective for this story. Stay connected with BVM Sports: Facebook | Twitter | Instagram, {"rules": {"password": "required", "password_confirm": {"equalTo": "#registerPassword"}}}. "I certainly haven't won any games between the lines, all the players did that. If you purchase a product or register for an account through one of the links on our site, we may receive compensation. Use of and/or registration on any portion of this site constitutes acceptance of our User Agreement (updated 4/4/2023), Privacy Policy and Cookie Statement, and Your Privacy Choices and Rights (updated 1/26/2023). It was disappointing not having a baseball season last year due to the pandemic, said Dean. Udoka addressed his "poor decision" that led to his departure from the Celtics. "Ramapo coaches Garrison Ward and Mike Esposito are encouraging and bond with the players. I gained confidence as the game went on. Weve been struggling with strikeouts for a good portion of the year and all we wanted to do offensively was put the ball in play. Once Byram Hills got the final out to secure its 10-2 road victory on Monday afternoon, his players quickly swarmed him, with some spraying him with water bottles in the celebratory fanfare. We lost to them last year in the first round of the state tournament. Hamilton West was 24-4 and the CVC Valley Division winner. 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Delbarton at Pope John: Pope John was 22-5 and returns two of the states premier hitters in outfielder Mike Bello and first baseman Luke Chenault. YouTubes privacy policy is available here and YouTubes terms of service is available here. (AP Photo/Michael Reaves) Baseball |. "Mike was the captain of my first team at Paramus Catholic (in 1986-87) and he called me and said he needed a JV coach,'' said Hunt, who wrapped up 19 years as the Ramapo baseball coach last spring. "We wanted to get that 200 for him. At Ramapo he holds a record of 177-144-2 overall coming into the 2009 season. When I go on the mound or step in the box, I'm just thinking about what I can do to help out the team. 3 0 obj A photo collage commemorating various baseball moments over the years linked both the past and the present. I fouled a few pitches off and got a 10-pitch at bat and finally got one over the first basemans head. Softball: Ramsey, Ramapo, Emerson Boro advance - BCWCA/Bergen Co. FRANKLIN LAKES, N.J. Ramapo High School baseball player Dean Ferrara decided to bench his quiet demeanor during a game this season. <> stream User Agreement, "Just tried to help out the team," Ettinger said of his all-around day. Delbarton returns speedy outfield Mark Darakjy, who had 24 hits last season. In Memoriam: Ramapo's Charlie Landers - NorthJerseySports.com "Most 14-to-18-year-olds are just trying to figure out how to throw strike one, and Im not sure adding a pitch clock helps in that process," Sasso said. Ben Rothenberg went 2-for-4. The community, family aspect has been great. Your California Privacy Rights/Privacy Policy. They got their break through in 2012, when they reached a section final. He [Kaiser] didnt have great control of his slider. Ramapo Baseball Head Coach: Mike Esposito Record: 7-6 2-2 in Big North - Freedom Home Stats Roster Standings Power Points Pitch Count 2022-2023 Subscriber Exclusive Top daily baseball. Pos. MAHWAH, NJ --- Interim Athletic Director Jan Koslowsky announced the hiring of Ryan Rinsky as the full-time baseball coach effective August 31st. Even with our pitchers, Get up and get ready to throw. "Giving players more time in the preseason to prepare wouldbe more beneficial," Westwood coach Nick Urbanovich said. |, Luis Torres | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com Marro was the MVP of his freshman team two years ago but has missed the last two seasons with injuries. Brian Chapman, the head baseball coach at Millburn, still checks the weather for game days a habit developed over years of coaching in the unpredictable elements of the Northeast. He arrived at Ramapo in 1982 to coach baseball with Steve Turro, football and some track. C H u n t S o . Also returning is Jason Gilman, who fanned 26 in 29 innings of work. My favorite player is LA Dodgers shortstop Corey Seager, said Dean. Final. Wt. "We just played a two-game series with Mahwah in which a combined 57 runs were scored. endobj Ardmore (12-16) 10, John Carroll Catholic 8 (Game 2 suspended in fifth inning, resumes Saturday, 2 p.m.) (Game 3 to follow if needed) CLASS 6A Briarwood Christian (21-6) 13-3 , Baldwin County (20 . Community Rules apply to all content you upload or otherwise submit to this site. It all started to come together . |, Jason Bernstein | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com Old Bridge, 23-7 last spring, returns Matt Baker, who struck out 39 in 26 innings a season ago. Ime Udoka: New Houston Rockets head coach reflects on 'poor - CNN Its now my senior year and I want to play, have fun, and win.. Franklin Lakes, NJ Joined March 2019. Choose your favorite sports and teams to follow to be able to see all of the content you want to enjoy first. Portnoy is committed to Rutgers. Signs and speeches were made. Coaches also said a longer preseason would help shorten games. Its supposed to be in the middle 50s and sunny (on Wednesday), Chapman lamented. They prefer to deliver the message quietly. Ramapo (19-14) took a 1-0 lead in the first inning when junior Jake Lopez grounded out to first base with two outs, scoring Teel from third. According to the Texarkana Texas Police Department, two men shot at each other in front of a home as the game was happening nearby and an errant round "traveled about 400 yards and struck the innocent victim at the ball field. I do think a quicker game, but more importantly a faster pace of play, will help attract more umpires, since we may be losing some to the faster softball game, Urbanovich said. Baseball & softball fields sit empty before Opening Day. A big reason for Ramapos success has been its starting pitching, led by junior Niko Logothetis. Cookie Settings/Do Not Sell My Personal Information. Under the section of pitching infractions, delay of game, Rule 6.2 C, a batter shall be awarded one ball, for the pitcher, failing to pitch or make or attempt a play, including a legal feint, within 20 seconds after he has received the ball., Weve always had that rule, said Gojdycz, who has been umpiring more than 40 years and is secretary of the Bergen County Umpires Association. Its in the rulebook of the Indiana-based National Federation of State High School Associations, points out longtime North Jersey umpire John Gojdycz. 2023 BVM Sports. He's given a 110% all the time, and with this being his last year, we want it to be a really special time for him.". Unmatched North Jersey high school sports coverage from our Varsity Aces team. and YouTube's terms of service is available here. Registration on or use of this site constitutes acceptance of our Ramapo coaches Garrison Ward and Mike Esposito are encouraging and bond with the players. But I dont know if it would help the game overall, because I dont know if kids would be used to it.. I tell the underclassmen not to get discouraged sitting on the bench and to always give it your all, said the team captain. |, Kevin Minnick | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com Since I got to Byram Hills 20 years ago, they took me in like one of their own.". Saunders originally came to Byram Hills as a physical education teacher in 2003 and hasn't been anywhere else since. x[TC=d 4 fbF(9 %vn2:Q9?p6W78]]UoU1U)RH"E)RH"E)RH"E)RHsj.e ED/_lllp8yyee\NGG]]]\.7''w+ S]].MNUAT*4e +//I"E;+++2EEEyy9 {1pff)##T[||T7g;wB I99Y*[Tg||wne{ We figured out that we are streaky. Mahwah, NJ: Interim Athletic Director Jan Koslowsky announced today the hiring of Ryan Rinsky as the full-time baseball coach effective August 31st. Baseball training available for players in Grades 1-12 and feature a low player to coach ratio. |, Nestor F. Sebastian | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com Signs and speeches . We knew at the start of the season that we were a team that can cause damage, but it was a bit of a rollercoaster in the beginning," said Logothetis, who threw a complete game Friday. Wednesday was supposed to be opening day for New Jersey High School baseball and Millburn was supposed to play at Seton Hall Prep, its biggest rival. Cha's pace is becoming a more familiar sight at higher levels of baseball. I'm excited for new challenges and certainly excited to help be an advocate for all of our players and coaches at Byram Hills. 2023 EHM PRODUCTIONS,INC. Peter Dunn NV/Old Tappan 2017. Gallery: Photo gallery of Byram Hills-Briarcliff baseball, before it was suspended by the rain. Investigative reporting that gives you an inside look at New Jersey schools, politics, environment and the mob. Coach Paul Urbanovich of Ramsey, the defending NJSIAA Group 2 champion, believes a faster pace and shorter games could help alleviate the statewide umpiring shortage. The family will have a new team to cheer for in September when Dean joins the Fairfield University Stags baseball team. Baseball: Statewide stat leaders for the fourth week of the season, April 24-30. Follow Eugene Rapay on Twitter at@erapay5and on Instagram at@byeugenerapay. Coach DeFazio is a northern New Jersey . That being said, Im not saying that rule has always been enforced.. Weve had the same strategy since we played Don Bosco. Ramapo Legend Walks Into the Sunset | Wyckoff, NJ Patch "They both want to win every game." Parents Lea and Chris are united in cheering for Dean and the rest of the Raiders roster, however, they are not in agreement when it comes to MLB teams. While Saunders may have wanted to keep it a secret, everyone was more than ready to celebrate a coach that had been so influential for their program. Bishop Eustace, 21-7-1 last season, is expected to be in rebuilding mode. Would you believe high school baseball in the United States already has a 20-second rule for pitchers? 4 0 obj and Your California Privacy Rights (User Agreement updated 1/1/21. 8/26/2022 10:07:00 AM, #21 Rowan Wins Fourth Straight NJAC Regular-Season Crown, WP's Yelin, Ramapo's Danbrowney, Rutgers-Camden's Watson, Kean's Kulpa Earn NJAC Baseball Weekly Honors, Rowan's Maria and Grace, Stockton's Novobilsky, Rutgers-Camden's Cunard Earn NJAC Baseball Weekly Honors, Kean Alum Kevin Herget Records First MLB Win, WP's Weis, TCNJ's Gray, Rutgers-Camden's Watson and Cunard Earn NJAC Baseball Weekly Honors. UHV- JAGS. I dont think its creeping in yet.. It helped the team advance to the county semi-finals.. Hamilton West was also the runner-up to eventual Group 3 champion Wall last spring. Ramapo beat Montville, 3-2, in the North 1, Group 3 sectional final. We really want to win the county title and go on to the state championship, said Dean. Umpires are paid $90 per game for baseball and $84 for softball, according to Gojdycz. I was able to keep my composure. Chrzanowski and lefty Oren Abbott, who is headed to Duke, have both been clocked at 90 mph. Ramapo improves to 3 - 1 overall while the Titans . With a BVM Sports account, submitting content to appear on our website is easier to keep track of and share. As for the game -- which was stopped in the fifth inning as trainers tended to the injured baseball player -- TAMUT said it's been officially declared a no-contest. All rights reserved (About Us). Ramapo Baseball Head Coach: Mike Esposito Record: 19-15 6-4 in Big North - Freedom Home Stats. Players likely are aware of the new MLB rules, but it has had little to no impact on how they pitch, work the batters box, or move between innings. and Your California Privacy Rights (User Agreement updated 1/1/21. "We had a talk earlier in the week about putting the team first and making sure its's not a one-man show. Parents Lea and Chris are united in cheering for Dean and the rest of the Raiders roster, however, they are not in agreement when it comes to MLB teams. Heres a look at the other big games around that state that were scheduled for today. YouTube's privacy policy is available here We knew they were a great team and were hot. They hardly looked back from there, and Edgemont was unable to muster an answer. Baseball - Ramapo College of New Jersey Athletics Cops are urging anyone with information about the incident to call 903-798-3876 or Texarkana Area Crime Stoppers. I was pretty excited since he is an amazing player who may become a professional one day.. PJ Potter | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com During the Summer and Fall 2020 season, Dean kept his mitt warm and bat hot on the Time to Sign (TTS) club baseball team. Old Tappans Cha, like Gable, works quickly. Michael Esposito is the new head coach at Ramapo. As Ramapo coach Garrison Ward said succinctly: Its too much to monitor., Im not sure something like a pitch clock could be implemented at our level, River Dell coach Dennis Sasso said. Ferrara wrapping up Ramapo HS baseball season as he prepares to join 5. FB 80-81 (82) CB 65-69 w/ 11/5 depth Filled up the zone. Your chance will come and never give up always give 110%.. Attack the field, Passaic Techs Nutile said. Joe Zedalis may be reached at [email protected]. Lets be honest we are however many years into the pitch-count monitoring and that still causes all sorts of chaos and confusion.". Ramapo High School (Franklin Lakes, NJ) Varsity Baseball Toms River South was 13-10 last year, but was looking for a big year with the return of senior Rob Marro. The Raiders advance to Monday's Group 3 semifinals to play Cranford (24-4). He is a true inspiration to our kids and the lessons we learned from him we are not just going to carry on into any one game. 5/1/2023 10:21 AM PT. After coaching his 16th season as the varsity baseball head coach, he will be transitioning from coaching to an administrative role and is slated to become the assistant athletic director at Byram Hills next year. Umpires have always been the driving force in moving the game along, but they try to avoid openly singling out a pitcher who is taking too long on the mound. I think what makes Coach Saunders so special is his attention to detail. Montville (21-9) tied it in the second when Hunter Force scored on a fielders choice groundout by Ryan Wehrle. Ramapo is a state sectional champion for the first time since 2005. Logothetis threw 99 pitches over seven innings, striking out eight and giving up eight hits. "Guys are getting married and they go off on their careers, and I go golfing with them and go out to dinner with them, things like that. Im thinking of the game, said Brett Gable, a Cherokee sophomore pitcher and Virginia Tech recruit. <> Thank you for submitting a news tip to BVM Sports. The man had become synonymous with the Bobcats' baseball program over his 16 seasons at the helm, and while his players have always strived for victory, as Monday's game unwound against Edgemont, they knew it wasn't going to be just another win it was going to be Saunders' 200th. Terrifying moment during a collegiate baseball game Saturday a player was struck by a bullet while he was standing in the bullpen -- and had to be rushed to a nearby hospital. On 4/11, the Ramapo varsity baseball team won their away non-conference game against Delaware Valley (Frenchtown, NJ) by a score of 11-4. Privacy Policy and Cookie Statement, Ramapos two pitchers also worked quickly and the game took 1:55. Building those connections really have been special. Coach Martin brings a wealth of baseball experience and a long history of baseball tradition with him to the Mahwah campus. I was sitting fastball to be honest. Exclusive inside scoops on the hottest restaurants in North Jersey, from dive bars to Michelin stars. Registration on or use of this site constitutes acceptance of our Hence, why we have people not wanting to play, coach and umpire our sport.. Charlie Wingfield 5; 13. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. Ramapo Baseball (@BaseballRamapo) / Twitter Byram Hills (9-6) Aside from Ettinger, Connor Boekel went 2-for-4 with his first career home run. Can't-miss Opening Day HS baseball games that, unfortunately, we - nj March 11, 2021. Plus, access to your favorite pro and college teams. Your California Privacy Rights/Privacy Policy. Cops say after collapsing, the TAMUT baseball player -- whose identity has not yet been publicly revealed -- was hospitalized. That will have a trickle-down effect on amateur baseball, if not today, perhaps in a couple of years. "We are excited to add Ryan as a fulltime member of the athletic . the Roadrunner Baseball program. Baseball lessons are offered in hitting, pitching, catching, fielding and baserunning. Baseball: Byram Hills longtime coach Scott Saunders earns 200th win (Coach Saunders) has done so much for the program and we had to do everything we could to get this for him as a team.". Rinsky brings a wealth of experience to the College as a former collegiate and professional baseball player and coach himself. It was great playing on that team, said Dean. Eastern was 23-9 last season, was the Group 4 runner-up and features one of the best players in South Jersey in Sam Portnoy, a 6-foot-2, 200-pound pitcher-first baseman. Toms River South at Jackson Memorial: Ken Frank would have led his Indians into Larry DZio Field for a big Shore Conference Class A South test. Under the section of pitching infractions, delay of game, Rule 6.2 C, a batter "shall be awarded one ball," for the pitcher, "failing to pitch or make or attempt a play, including a legal . On Friday, Logothetis was at it again, this time leading Ramapo to a 3-2 win over Montville in the North 1, Group 3 title game. Privacy Policy and Cookie Statement, I dont think they understand the rule thats going in [in MLB], like a lot of people. To get breaking news directly to your inbox,sign up for our newsletteranddownload our app. Bishop Eustace at Eastern: Another game between two teams with tremendous tradition. Scoreboard: Scores, schedule, results and more for May 1-7 high school baseball. Monfort, a senior, fanned 32 in 20 innings. Until his collegiate baseball career begins, Dean is focused on wins for the Ramapo Raiders. The preseason used to start the first Friday in March, but the New Jersey State Interscholastic Athletic Association designated March 13 as this seasons start for pitchers and catchers.