All new info will be through that site.
Nothing new will be added here.
The new site is www.berkleyhillsrenegades.com
See you there.
These are the new uniforms. The pants are white with pins and grey with pins.
The red and black tops are mesh. Sweet!
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To put the question I've been asked 10 million times to rest - that is " Is Tom Burkett coming back?" That answer is 100% yes. Here he is in our new colors for 2009. Start backing up that outfield and start to pitch out now.
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Welcome 2 new guys to our roster - pitcher Paul Tunink from Indiana and SS Dan Norris from Greensburg. I am very lucky to get these two guys.
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The 2009 roster is posted.
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The new 2009 Schedule is up! Check it out. We play Principle Development the 1st game.
We were 7-0 against them last year.
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There will be workouts every Saturday at 5:00.
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Man, do we have some hitters this year. You new guys looked great yesterday. I like the power, swings, and attitudes. Great start. These are very informal workouts only to get some cuts and throwing in. The most important thing is to meet some of the other guys and get acclimated.
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October 10th - 2008
Attention: 2009 Renegades
We still start open gyms for you new guys every Saturday starting Nov. 1st from 5:00 - 6:30 at Rick Roberts and Mike Holtz' indoor facility - ERA sports. Most of you know where it is, but for those who don't, call me for directions.
I'll contact all of you by phone for more details.
Sept. 26 th. - Congratulations to Tom Burkett for being selected as the August Point Stadium Award winner for his stellar performance in the Tournament. He hit 2 home runs over the left field screen, then 2 inside the park home runs the next night. Go to the Tribune Democrat web- site to read the article.
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After my last couple of signings, I can say we are even stronger than last year!
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Well, here are the new Renegades hats. I love them. I think I'll sleep with mine on tonight.
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We'll be having quite a few workouts during the winter at Rick Roberts' and Mike Holtz' school.
They'll be on the weekend and during breaks so you guys can utilize it.
I'll let you know when they start.
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There is a new team in our League for the 2009 season.
They will be called Roxberry Creamery.
They are the 7th team for 2009.
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The Berkley Hills Renegades have paid the registration fee for the 2009 season.
We are official for 2009.
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Congratulations to Tom Burkett for being selected to play on the tournament team.
Tom Burkett
Cory Manarelli
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Renegades great season comes to an end. We lose 5-4
Congratulations to Delweld and Principle Development
Please keep checking this site as I will continue to write and keep you guys updated. I will be writing some lengthy thoughts about this great year and wonderful players in the next few days.
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Renegades lose game 3 semi-final 4-3
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Renegades Win! game 2 of semi-final playoffs - in 13 innings
Score was 7-6 Brad Dale is the hero
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Renegades lose 1st game of playoffs Friday July 25th 10-3
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Final Season STATS are up
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July 22
Renegades win 2-1 against Martellas
July 21
Renegades lose to Delweld 9-2
July 18
Renegades beat Delweld 11-4
July 17
Renegades beat Norac 5-4 in 8 innings
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July 16
Wed. July 16th Renegades pound Norac 15-5 in 6 inning.s Drew Shaulis gets 13 Ks in 6 innings. Renegades pound out 20 hits
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July 15
Renegades win in 8 innings 1-0 over Principle Development Cole Taylor pitches gets 11Ks
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July 14
Renegades win 7-4 Greg Stewart throws a great game with 12 Ks
July 11
Renegades lose Fri. July 11th 2-0
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July 02
Wed July 2nd Renegades win 6-3 against Martellas in 2nd game of the night after losing 5-4 to Delweld.
Greg Stewart pitches a gem.
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July o1
Renegades win 1-0 vs Martellas Tues. July 1st Bruno gets another 1 hitter
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June 30
Mon. June 30th Renegades lose 6-5
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June 25
Wed. June 25th Renegades lose to Delweld 5-2
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June 23
Renegades win Monday June 23rd 1-0 vs Norac Eric Bruno pitches another incredible game. A 1 hitter.
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June 21
Sat. June 21st Renegades win against Principle Development in 8 innings 9-8
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June 20
Friday June 20th Renegades win 10-1 Greg Stewart gets another win with only 2 hits - John Rocker( I mean Brad Dale) gets another lights out close. 12 hits
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Trib Error
The Johnstown paper has made a mistake in todays write-up. Cole Taylor is "Cole Porter " now. ( Wasn't he a singer?) They also didn't include all of our guys hits, especially Dividocks 3 hits, Drew Shaulis' and Tom Burketts triples, and Kyle Bowsers 2 hits. Oh well, props to those guys.
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June 19
Thursday June 19th Renegades win 8-2 Cole Taylor racks up another win. We get 12 hits
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June 17
Tuesday June 17th Renegades beat Principle Development 4-0 Bruno gets shut out and 3 hitter
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June 16
Renegades beat Principle Development 2-1 in 8 innings Mon. June 16th
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June 15
Renegades win Saturday June 14th 2-1 vs Delweld -- Shaulis gives up only 1 hit
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June 13
Renegades win 4-1 Friday June 13th Cole Taylor 13Ks
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June 12
Renegades win 10-6 Thurs. June 12th Back on track
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June 11
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Ouch, Renegades lose 3-2 Wed. June 11th
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June 09
Renegades lose to Martellas 6-0 Monday June 9th
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Just to go over this again, you CAN NOT play for any other team while you play in the AAABA. The only exceptions are to dual roster in the Cambria or Somerset Legions. If you violate this rule, you will be done in the AAABA and will hurt your team.
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June 07
Renegades battle through 8 and win behind the brilliant 1 hitter from Drew Shaulis.
Renegades 1 Norac 0 Saturday June 7th
( See commentary under Just some thoughts link)
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June 06
Renegades lose 3-1 to Martellas We just made it with 9 healthy players.
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June 05
Renegades lose June 5th 6-2 to Delweld ( look in Just some thoughts link for commentary on this game)
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Tommy Kelly has 2 broken fingers and will be out for 5 or 6 weeks. Let's show some support when we see him at the games. His bat has been hot. He's had a hit the last 5 consecutive at bats.
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June 02
Renegades win 2-1 in bottom of 7th. Monday June 2nd vs. Norac
Great clutch hitting by Josh Nagle and Kyle Bowser to win it. I never saw C.J. run so fast as that last run. We never gave up and to quote the great General Stonewall Jackson " Discipline wins the Day".
We hope Tommy Kelly can come back soon from his finger injury. Great job Tommy with 3 hits tonight. Tommy Burkett had 2 hits including a triple, stolen base and RBI. Great job Ben Doak at 1st. Cole Taylor was tough as nails tonight. What a warrior. He was throwing harder in the 7th than the beginning. You guys are a joy to coach. 10 hits tonight.
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May 30
May 30th Game 4 Renegades win 7-4!
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I'll tell you what, I've seen a lot of teams in the past, but you guys are quickly becoming my favorite. The guts and tenacity you showed yesterday really impressed me. You guys were down well into the game and instead of rolling over, you dug down with confidence to prove who was boss and they are no match for us.
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Tommy Shirleys drive and competitiveness was outstanding. He was NOT about to be beat. I admire and love that stuff. Eric Bruno comes in with that fire and absolutely lights them up. I can't wait to see him on the mound again. GREAT job by both of those guys.
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Not only them, but the rest of you guys came through in the clutch and hit with 2 outs. That's what makes an elite team. When you have that much talent combined with guts and the unwillingness to quit, that's what carries a team far. I thank you guys for playing hard.
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The MCS Bulldogs got their 1st win vs. Norac yesterday. We play Norac Monday at the Point at 5:45. Be there at 4:30. Wear green tops and gray pants.
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May 29
May 29th. Renegades win game 3 vs. Principle Development 8-3
Great game by Jon Moore. The hitting has arrived, and what is vital is you guys are working the pitchers and counts. After all, it's all about getting on base. Great job Ben Doak, coming in and finishing things off. We are in 1st place alone, let's stay there.
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May 28
Game 2 Renegades Win on terrific pitching by Greg Stewart - 5 innings of no hit ball and 8 Ks
and Drew Shaulis - 2 innings with 1 hit (a stinkin bunt) What a pitching staff.
13 runs in 2 games is great.
We are 2-0.
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May 27
Congratulations! 1st Win.
Renegades 9 MCS Bulldogs 0
Tommy Shirley 7 Ks in 2 innings
Cole Taylor 5 Ks in 3 innings
All of our pitchers combined for 13 Ks and only 3 hits.
You guys are impressive!
Pre-Season
Here we go!
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What an impressive bunch of players. This is going to be a great year. I hope you guys savor this time because you're a special team. What I expect is hard, serious work from all of you because if you do that, the fun will be there. Look like the very top athletes you are and carry yourselves that way. We'll win and lose graciously. When we win, please do so with honor and be humble.
Set an example to all the young local guys that dream of playing in the AAABA someday.
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Our new assistant coach, John Wentz is a very experienced player at this and the Collegiate level. You would be wise to listen and learn from him. He really knows this game, especially with position players, defense, and baserunning. You see, I'm no dummy, I surround myself with the best players and coaches. That way, I can enjoy just watching the result of my efforts. I could have watched you guys turning that double play all night. That was smooth.
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I noticed you guys that just met each other are getting along, working hard, and having fun. After all, that's exactly what I want you to do. Great job. See you all tomorrow.
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I want you guys to start getting into the mindset of absolute solid fundamental baseball. This team should play nothing short of perfection. We have the very best players and we don't have the luxury of lots of preparation time like scholastic teams. So, you must demand the best of yourselves and come ready to play. All of you have been playing, but you must transfer that physical and mental momentum to our team. Baseball is NOT like football where you really need to play together for a long time to gel. With this talent, I want you guys to realize what we can accomplish because some of your lives and baseball careers can depend it. You must come focused and do all the fundamentals every pitch right away. Like I said before, there are no politics on this team and the best players will play, period.
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From a players perspective, I'm very easy to get along with as long as you follow a few simple rules:
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You can never say the F-word. League policy- if an ump hears it, you get tossed.
If the ump hears it and doesn't know where it came from, I get tossed, (not good).
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If you're going to miss or be late, let me know in advance.
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If you miss for a non-approved reason, you won't play when you come back.
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Pitchers CAN miss games between pitching. It's your option.
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Please return my phone calls promptly.
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No snuff, seeds, or gum at Point Stadium.
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Don't miss signs. ( burns me)
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No detrimental talk about your teammates ( that really burns me)
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Pay attention while the Coaches are talking. ( that really, really burns me)
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Gather all equipment after games and haul to cars.
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Don't leave any garbage in dugouts, clubhouse, or bathrooms at the Point.
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Always hustle on and off the field.
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Rest easy knowing I've been very busy preparing everything for a great season. It'll be here before you know it.
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Print the form on the Renegades gear link and tell your family and friends to order some apparel, it supports the team so you guys can get more gear.
