I think we can all come to the revelation that losing to a team like Stagg, ranked 500 spots below Andrew nationally, should not imply the fact that Andrew may claim a spot in the IHSA playoffs. Judging by their performance, Andrew looked as if they reminded themselves, as well […]
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Cougars Conquer The Dells, End Season With Tournament Win
Going into the Wisconsin Dells Summer Slugfest tournament, the local Upper Deck Cougars 13u baseball team had already captured a trio of tournament victories, including a state tournament championship in Rockford, IL. Although these accolades are certainly impressive, it seemed as if the team was always looking to build upon […]
An Experience to Remember in Cooperstown, New York
One fact stood out to me after completing the arduous 14-hour drive to Cooperstown, New York. The Upper Deck Cougars baseball team would travel any distance to participate in the sport they have a deep passion for and they would always compete at a high level no matter what the […]
A “Shocking” Turn of Events!
Pictured here is the 14u Illinois Shockers baseball team. First row (left to right): Yanni Zentefis, Daniel Flores, Justin Michalek, Ian Sanders, Cathal Hannon, and Jake Marren. Second row (left to right): Coach Aiden Hannon, Jon Zaghloul, Christian Lovett, Coach Drew Steinbach, Coach Asad Zaghloul, Tom McGarry, Andres Aguilar, […]