Tiger News
Signing Class
Frank Ricco commits to play for the Tigers
Marshalltown Community College baseball has gotten a commitment from
Frank Rico, a 5’8, 170 pound infielder from Chicago, Illinois. Frank
is the fourth player to commit to Marshalltown for the 2007 – 2008
season. Ricco will be an asset in the infield and at the plate. He
has got a quick bat and a fluid swing. “Frank will be an all around
player for us. He can really do anything and he is a hard nose
player that is willing to work. He will make the entire team
better.” Coach Grife said. “He is a great kid to watch play and we
know he will give us all he’s got every time he steps on the field.”
Ricco joins Edmon, Armstrong and Meacham in the 2007 – 2008
recruiting class.
Harlan High Senior, Ronnie Chester Commits to Marshalltown
The Marshalltown Tigers’ coaching staff is proud to announce the
commitment of a third Harlan High School athlete. Ronnie Chester, a
5’9, 160 pound outfielder from Chicago, Illinois committed to the
Tigers Tuesday, December 12. He joins Elliot Armstrong and Brendon
Edmon who are also from Harlan High School. Ronnie is an exceptional
athlete and will add speed to an already fast lineup for the 2007 –
2008 season. Ronnie is also an exceptional student in the classroom
with a 3.9 High School GPA. Ronnie is also ranked as one of the
fastest baseball players in the nation currently. “Ronnie’s speed
and ability to handle the bat is the reason we really needed him.”
Coach Grife had to say. “These three commitments from Harlan have
been a huge success for us and we feel they will play a vital role
in our success next year.” Chester joins Edmon, Armstrong, Meacham
and Ricco in the 2007 – 2008 recruiting class.
Brendon Edmon Commits to Marshalltown
The Tigers’ baseball coaching
staff is pleased to announce the commitment of LHP/INF Brendon Edmon,
a 6’2, 210 pound player from Harlan High School in Chicago, IL.
Brendon will add depth to the pitching staff and also a left handed
bat in the middle of the line-up. “Working with our hitting
coaches, Brendon will develop some real power for us over the next
two years.” Coach Rich Grife added. Brendon is the first commitment
for the 2007 – 2008 season.
Elliot Armstrong Adds Speed to the Tigers’ 2007 -2008 Roster
Elliot Armstrong, a 5’9, 165 pound
middle infielder from Harlan High School in Chicago, IL, committed
to play for the Tigers on Tuesday, November 28th. Elliot
will be an immediate contributor for Marshalltown and will provide
them with speed in the infield and on the base paths. Elliot will
bring a leadoff approach to the lineup with his hitting ability as
well. Coach Grife added, “Elliot has a great attitude and will be
successful in whatever he does, not just baseball.” Elliot is the
second commitment to the 2007 – 2008 recruiting class. Elliot
Armstrong and Brendon Edmon are both from Harlan High School in
Chicago. Last year Harlan had a record of 29 – 7. We wish Harlan
High School and these two the best of luck for their senior baseball
season.
Sioux City, IA
Native, Billy Meacham Commits to Tigers
The Tigers’ coaching staff is proud to announce the commitment of another Sioux City native. With
two major impact players from Sioux City graduating in May (Kyle
Lafrenz and Trenton Lee), the need for a big bat was filled
Thursday, November 30th. Billy Meacham, a 6’0, 210 pound
infielder will add power and athleticism to the 2007 – 2008 squad.
A left handed hitter, Billy can play first base, second base or
third. “He has the athleticism to play anywhere in the infield, add
to that his ability to handle the bat and you can bet he’ll be an
immediate impact for our program.” Jeff Lamb, the infield coach
noted. “Coach Grife added, “He creates such leverage with his swing
that it is a joy just to watch him take batting practice. Billy is
the third commitment to the 2007 – 2008 recruiting class. Billy,
along with Elliot and Brendon will bring an exciting 2007 – 2008
season.
MCC Freshman
Baseball Players commit to Summer Leagues
MARSHALLTOWN – Eight Tiger
baseball players will be gaining additional experience when they
play college summer league ball. There are a number of college
summer league opportunities that the Marshalltown Community College
freshmen will be taking advantage of during summer break.
Mike Lynch of Brockville, Canada,
LHP, will play in the MINK League for the Chillicothe Mudcats in
Chillicothe, MO.
Kyle Lafrenz of Sioux City,
Catcher, will play in the MINK League for the Beatrice Bruins in Beatrice, NE.
Mike Rector of Knoxville, 3B,
will play in the Collegiate Baseball of the West for the Seaside
Wildcats in Portland, OR. Mike has also been invited to play in the
USA Athletes InternationalAruba Friendship Series for 10 days this
summer.
Lucas Stelter, Eau Claire, WI,
1B/C, will play in the Collegiate Baseball of the West for the
Seaside Wildcats in Portland, OR.
Nate Larson, Eau Claire, WI, RHP,
will play in the Collegiate Baseball of the West for the Seaside
Wildcats in Portland, OR.
Jared Heghahl, Howard, SD, RHP,
will play in the Sandlott Baseball League for the Nashville
Navigators, in Nashville, TN.
Jacob Phipps, LeGrand, IA, RHP,
will play in the Sandlott Baseball League for the Nashville
Navigators in Nashville, TN.
Trenton Lee,
Sioux City, IA, OF, will play in the Sandlott Baseball League for
the Nashville Navigators in Nashville, TN.
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