Plymouth Whitemarsh Baseball Preview

PLYMOUTH WHITEMARSH BASEBALL PREVIEW

Coach: Bob Slagle (8th year)

Assistant Coaches: Chris Manero and Todd Kochersperger

2011 Season: 10-8 SOL American Conference; 12-10 Overall

Key Losses to Graduation: Alex Katz, 3B; Nick Kirby, LF; Jon Staats, DH

Key Returners:
Jason Cho, Sr. 3B, P
Corey Ensslin, Sr. P, OF, 1B
Jake Mascio, Sr. (Captain), SS
Matt Minetola, Sr. (Captain), CF
Bobby Slagle, Sr. (Captain), C
Steve Wallace, Sr. P, 1B, OF
Mitch Weikert, Sr. OF, P
Austin DiBonaventure, Jr. 2B

Others to Watch:
Tom Highland, Sr. P, OF
Adam Piacitelli, Sr. 3B, OF, P
Jim Benedict, Jr. OF
Matt Nardo, So. 2B, C
Teddy Slagle, So. P, 1B, OF

Outlook:  With a number of returning players we are hoping to build on the 2011 season and the experience it provided.  The goal is to take the next step continuing to play the game the right way. With good defense and effective pitching, timely hitting should allow us to compete in our league.

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