2011
Rain, Rain, Rain. The 2011 season was greatly shortened to just 15 games because of the weather. Senior captains Tyler Camera and Ian Sooy showed great leadership for the Patriots despite suffering injuries that shortened their already short season. Preston Phillips had his 3rd straight stellar season leading the team in batting average, RBI, and stolen bases while being selected first team all-county for the third consecutive season.
Team Verse: John 6:12 “When they had all had enough to eat, he said to his disciples, “Gather the pieces that are left over. Let nothing be wasted.”
Lorain County Senior All-Star Game: Ian Sooy ('11), Tyler Camera ('11)
NEOBCA All-Star Game at Progressive Field: Joey Untalasco ('11)
First Team All-County: Preston Phillips ('12)
Honorable Mention All-County: Jeremy Squire ('12)
Academic All-Ohio: Micah Stoneburner ('11)
2010
The 2010 season was dedicated to the memory of Ray Hudson who passed away after a battle with cancer. Ray is the father of Senior pitcher Kris Hudson who played couragesouly throughout the 2010 season. While the Patriots finshed the season with a 6-13 record losing to Mapleton in the OHSAA Tournament 5-4, they made great strides over the course of the season. Sophomore Preston Phillips led the team with a .426 batting average closely followed by Junior Micah Stoneburner who finished with a .419 average. On the mound, 4 pitchers picked up wins with Ian Sooy leading the team with 2 wins. In the field, Junior Joey Untalasco turned in a near flawless defensive effort at second base and short stop and Senior Zack Eschweiler strapped on the catcher's gear for every inning of the season.
James 1:2-4 "Consider it pure joy my brothers, whenever you face trials of many kinds, because you know that the testing of your faith develops perseverance. Perseverance must finish its work so that you may be mature and complete, not lacking anything."
Senior All-Star Game: Zack Eschweiler ('10), Andrew Mislinski ('10)
NEOBCA All-Star Game: Zack Eschweiler
Honorable Mention All-Lorain County: Joey Untalasco ('11), Micah Stoneburner ('11)
First Team All-County: Preston Phillips ('12)
Academic All-Ohio: Zack Eschweiler, Spencer Davis ('10)
2009
The baseball team graduated 8 letter-winning seniors off of last year's team. However, thanks to a strong JV team and 5 returning lettermen the team reloaded and finished with a 9-8 record. Senior Adam Bollinger led the way at the plate with a .441 batting average and set a new school record by driving in 29 runs. This was the third season in a row that Adam led the team in batting average. Senior Kevin Squire dominated on the pitching mound by setting new school records for ERA at 1.81, K's with 49, and complete games with 6 on his way to earning 4 victories. Freshman Preston Phillips chipped in a .429 batting average while scoring 22 runs showing a bright future for Patriot Baseball.
2 Corinthians 9:6 "Remember this: Whoever sows sparingly will also reap sparingly, and whoever sows generously will also reap generously."
Phillipians 4:13 "I can do everything through him who gives me strength."
Senior All-Star Game: Kevin Squire and Adam Bollinger
NEOBCA All-Star Game: Kevin Squire and Adam Bollinger
First Team All-County: Kevin Squire ('09), Adam Bollinger ('09), Preston Phillips ('12)
Honorable Mention All-County: Zack Dixon ('11)
2008
The 2008 season was a heartbreaker with a last inning loss in the Sectional Final vs. Central Christian. However, the Patriots finished with a 10-11 record for the second consecutive season. Senior Aaron Overs finished his stellar baseball career capturing 10 school records and led the team in runs scored with 24 and RBIs with 24. Senior Kyle Beiswenger led the way on the mound with 3 victories raising his career wins to 12 and establishing a new school record. Junior Adam Bollinger led the team in batting average for the second season in a row after posting a robust .492 average.
Romans 15:5: "May the God who gives endurance and encouragement give you a spirit of unity among yourselves as you follow Christ Jesus"
Senior All-Star Game: Aaron Overs('08) and Jake Dodd ('08)
NEOBCA All-Star Game: Aaron Overs and Jake Dodd
First Team All-County: Aaron Overs
Honorable Mention All-County: Jake Dodd and Adam Bollinger ('09)
Academic All-Ohio: Jake Dodd
2007 The 2007 Season was a drastic improvement in the on-field success of the baseball program. The team achieved the second most wins in school history with a 10-11 record. Junior Kyle Beiswenger set three single season school records by earning 6 victories, striking out 48, and pitching 54 innings. At the plate, Sophomore Adam Bollinger led the team in hitting with a .455 batting average. Juniors Jake Dodd and Aaron Overs both had 24 runs batted in and Junior Jason Gwin scored 24 runs in a very strong team offensive season. The Patriots lost in the second round of the OHSAA Tournament to eventual district champions Cuyahoga Heights. Senior Jimmy Morrison represented the Patriots at the Senior All-Star game at the PipeYard and in the NEOBCA All-Star Game at Jacob's Field. Juniors Jason Gwin and Aaron Overs were named Honorable Mention All-County.
Proverbs 27:17: "As iron sharpens iron, so one man sharpens another."
Senior All-Star Game: Jimmy Morrison ('07) NEOBCA All-Star Game: Jimmy Morrison ('07) Honorable Mention All-Lorain County: Aaron Overs ('08), Jason Gwin ('08)
2006 The 2006 Season was one of promise. The team started 6 underclassmen on most afternoons and faced the most daunting schedule in school history. The team finished a disappointing 4-12 but showed great strides forward and promise for the future as almost the entire team will return for next season. Senior Jordan Oleszczuk led the way batting .525 on the season and leading the team in RBIs, SBs, and homeruns while being named to the All-County Team. He and Senior Chris Helland represented the Patriots at the All-Star Game held at Vermilion High School. Sophomore Kyle Beiswenger led the team in wins, strikeouts, and innings pitched after being called up from the JV team just before the half-way point of the season. The team demonstrated great character and unity throughout the season and the coaches are excited about what the future holds for Patriot Baseball.
Ecclesiastes 4:12 "Though one may be overpowered, two can defend themselves. A cord of three strands is not quickly broken."
Senior All-Star Game: Jordan Oleszczuk, Chris Helland ('06) NEOBCA All-Star Game: Jordan Oleszczuk ('06) Honorable Mention All-Lorain County: Jordan Oleszczuk ('06) First Team All-Academic Ohio: Zach Overs ('06)
2005 In 2005, the men of baseball posted a 7-7 record. This was a steady trend in the continual improvement of the program that has increased it's win total each of the last three seasons. The 2005 team accomplished some amazing statistical achievements during a rain shortened season. As a team, the Patriots stole 98 of 98 bases on the season, never getting thrown out. Leading the way was Freshman Aaron Overs with 28 stolen bases. As individuals, the team set some other significant marks. Senior T.J. Hutman broke the single season school record for runs batted in by driving in 28. Senior Adam Freeman led the team with 4 home runs, and Senior Matt Carratola led the way at the plate setting a new single season school record by batting .564 for the season.
James 1:2-4 "Consider it pure joy my brothers, whenever you face trials of many kinds, because you know that the testing of your faith develops perseverance. Perseverance must finish its work so that you may be mature and complete, not lacking anything."
Senior All-Star Game: Matt Carratola, T.J. Hutman ('05) NEOBCA All-Star Game: Matt Carratola ('05) First Team All Lorain County: Matt Carratola, T.J. Hutman Honorable Mention All Lorain County: Aaron Overs ('08)
2004 In 2004, the Patriots posted a 6-10 record. Junior David Phillips led the way on the mound earning 3 wins for Patriots while posting a 2.55 ERA. The Patriots defeated Lake Ridge in the First Round of the OHSAA Tournament before losing to Loran Catholic in the Second Round. Senior Anthony Demaria led the team at the plate batting .476 on the season with 12 RBIs. Senior Bryant Adams turned in an errorless season at First Base while posting a .417 batting average for the season. The Patriots look to continue the improvement of the program for future seasons.
Senior All-Star Game: Anthony Demaria ('04) First Team All Lorain County: Anthony Demaria ('04) Honorable Mention All Lorain County: David Phillips ('05) First Team All-Academic Ohio: Anthony Demaria ('05)
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