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Ted Gardiner Named Varsity Baseball Coach
June 12, 2006 --
On June 7th, Poolesville High School announced that Mr. Ted Gardiner will be the new Varsity Baseball coach. Prior to attending college at Towson University, Mr. Gardiner, played baseball at Watkins Mill H. S. He has been an outstanding JV baseball coach at PHS for the past five years, and has been instumental in developing outstanding Varsity ball players. Best of luck to Mr. Gardiner and the team in 2007.
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Post Season Awards
June 8, 2006 - 09:00 AM --
Post Season Awards may be picked up Friday afternoon from 3:30 - 4:00 in the Boy's Locker Room.
The 3 Awards given by the school and voted on by the players and coaches were as follows:
MVP - Kevin Campbell
Sportsmanship - Sean Foy
Falcon - Bobby Dolan
Other Awards:
Seniors
Josh Weaver - Senior Award and Bar
Jon Miller - Senior Award, Bar, Triple Threat
Bobby Dolan - Senior Award, Bar, FALCON AWARD
Sean Foy - Senior Award, Bar, SPORTSMANSHIP AWARD
Robert Tedeschi - Senior Award and Bar
Roger Torres - Senior Award, Bar, Triple Threat
Matt Williquette - Senior Award and Bar
Juniors
Ryan Hansen - Varsity Letter, Varsity Pin
Dylan Burton - Varsity Letter, Varsity Pin
Kevin Campbell - Bar, Triple Threat, MVP AWARD
Mike Kuldell - Varsity Letter, Varsity Pin
Alex Patterson - Varsity Letter, Varsity Pin
Mark Saxman - Varsity Letter, Bar
Brian Steyer - Varsity Letter, Varsity Bar
Sophomores
Tommy Hughes - Varsity Letter, Varsity Pin
Freshman
Nick Loftus - Varsity Letter, Varsity Pin
Varsity Pin = 1st year letter winner
Varsiry Bar = 2nd or 3rd year letter winner
Trilple Threat = played 3 sports in one year
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News Release - The Gazette 05/24/2006
For Falcons, an unhealthy case of northern exposure
For fifth straight year, Poolesville falls to Frederick County in playoffs
by James Peters
Staff Writer
For the past five years, the Poolesville High baseball team has had its hopes of reaching the Class 1A state playoffs dashed by a Frederick County squad, including Friday’s 12-2 five-inning loss to host Catoctin in the 1A South Region final.
The team’s other setbacks were 5-4 to Catoctin in the 2002 regional final, 6-0 to Brunswick in the 2003 quarterfinals, 10-2 to Catoctin in the 2004 final and 8-7 in eight innings to Brunswick in the 2005 semifinals.
This year’s Poolesville’s team, which finished with a 9-10, was done in by Catoctin’s steady offensive attack. The Cougars scored at least one run all but one inning, including six runs in the fifth against relievers Brian Steyer (3-3, 4.79 ERA) and Roger Torres (1-3, 2.82).
Poolesville starter Matt Williquette (2-4, 1.88) was reached for six runs, one earned, on seven hits in the first three innings to earn the loss.
Offensively for the Falcons, Sean Foy (.431, 13 RBI) went 2 for 3 with a double, and Tommy Hughes (.340, 3 HRs, 14 RBI) had a double and scored. Nick Loftus (.241, 6 RBI) knocked in one of the team’s two runs.
Other key hitters for this year’s team were Kevin Campbell (.465), Bobby Dolan (.339, 15 RBI), and Robert Tedeschi (.298, 11 RBI).
The Falcons rolled to the regional final thanks to a quarterfinal forfeit from Baltimore City’s Dunbar and a 16-2 thrashing of Digital Harbor, also of Baltimore, in the semifinals.
In the Digital Harbor game, Williquette recorded the win and went 2 for 4 with two RBI. Jon Miller added three hits, three runs and two stolen bases, and Tedeschi (1 for 1) and Foy (3 for 4, triple) knocked in two runs apiece. Dolan went 2 for 4 with two walks.
Copyright © 2006 The Gazette - ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.
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Falcons Advance to Region Finals
May 17, 2006 - 09:00 PM --
Poolesville advanced to the 1A South Region Championship game today by defeating Digital Harbor 16-2. The Falcons were lead by Senior P Matt WIlliquette, who picked up the win. Matt surrendered 2 hits and 1 earned run in his 4 innings of work. Williquette also added 2 RBI while going 2-4 with a triple. Sr. Robert Tedeschi came on to pitch the 5th and faced just 3 batters.
Offensively, the Falcons were lead by Sr. OF Jon Miller (3-3, 3 runs, 2 sb, 2B, and a walk), Sr 2B Robert Tedeschi (1-1 triple, 2 BB, 2 RBI), and Sr. 1B Sean Foy (3-4 triple, 2 runs, 2 rbi) and Sr. 3B Bobby Dolan (2-4 2 RBI).
Overall, the Falcons had 14 hits including 2 doubles and 3 triples.
The Falcons will travel to Catoctin HS on Friday. Gametime TBA.
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Playoffs Announced
May 10, 2006 - 10:30 PM --
The Playoffs seedings have been announced! Poolesville will receive a 1st round bye and will host Dunbar at 4:00 PM on 5-15-06.
Click on the field to view the playoff brackets.
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Falcons Defeat Blair on Senior Day
May 10, 2006 - 10:10 PM --
Poolesville won their 2nd game in a row today, defeating Blair 9-8. Seniors Matt Williquette, Sean Foy, Bobby Dolan, Roger Torres, Josh Weaver, Roger Torres, and Jon Miller all started and played the whole game. All 7 seniors scored and/or drove in a run in the win. Junior RF Kevin Campbell drove in Matt Williquette with the go ahead run in the bottom of the 6th.
The Falcons will next play Wednesday in the Region Semifinals. Opponent and location TBA.
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Falcons 6 Northwest 1
May 9, 2006 - 10:00 PM --
Senior P Robert Tedeschi (4 IP 4 hits 1 ER) got the win as he scattered 4 hits over 4 innings. Sophomore P Tommy Hughes got the save as he allowed 0 hits in his 3 innings of work. Poolesville scored 1 in the first when Jon Miller singled, stole second and scored on an RBI base hit off the bat of Bobby Dolan. Poolesville then added 5 runs in the 5th on 2 hits 3 walks, and a costly Northwest error. The inning was highlighted by Junior OF Mark Saxman's RBI Sac Fly that was misplayed in to a 2 run error.
Junior OF Alex Patterson added his first hit of the year in the 7th.
Poolesville will host Blair HS on Wednesday at 5:15.
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Falcons Lose to Churchill 8-4
May 4, 2006 - 09:30 PM --
Poolesville dropped their 2nd game in a row today 8-4 to Churchill HS. THe Falcons record drops to 5-8 on the season. The Falcons were lead by Sr. Roger Torres (4 IP 4 hits 1 earned run), Sr 3B Bobby Dolan (2-4 2B 1 RBI) and Junior RF Kevin Campbell (1-3 2B RBI). Poolesville will be back in action on Saturday at Watkins Mill HS at 2:00.
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Steyer Tosses 1 Hitter, Campbell Goes 4-4 As Falcons Defeat Rockville
April 30, 2006 - 09:00 AM --
Junior P Brian Steyer fired a 1 hit shutout Saturday while collecting his 3rd win of the season. Brian also had 7 strikeouts in the game and was in control the entire way. The offense was lead by Junior CF Kevin Campbell going 4-4 with 2 runs scored and 2 RBI. Senior CF Roger Torres was 2-3 with 2 runs scored 1 RBI and Junior 2B Jason Kramek scored 2 runs.
The defense was solid behind Steyer. The Falcons committed only 1 error in the game.
The Falcons will be back in action on Tuesday as they travel to Walter Johnson for a 5:15 game.
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Seneca Valley defeats Poolesville 5-3
April 27, 2006 - 09:30 PM --
Seneca Valley defeated Poolesville today 5-3. Poolesville was limited to 5 hits and committed 6 errors in the game. The Falcons put on a late rally scoring 2 in the 5th and 1 in the 6th, but could not get past Seneca Valley.
Seniors Roger Torres (5 IP 4 hits 1 earned run) and Robert Tedeschi (2 IP 1 hit) Pitched well in the defeat.
The Falcons will be back in action on Saturday at 2:00 vs. Rockville HS.
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Falcons drop close one to Paint Branch 4-2.
April 25, 2006 - 09:15 PM --
The Falcons lost a close one to a tough Paint Branch team today 4-2.
Senior P Matt Williquette and Sophomore Tommy Hughes combined on a 5 hitter, allowing 2 earned runs. The Falcons offense was lead by Sr. Bobby Dolan's RBI double and Sean Foy's Sac Fly, both in the 3rd inning.
Poolesville's record moves to 4-5 (3-2 Division)
Poolesville will be back in action on Thursday at home vs. Seneca Valley at 3:30.
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Falcons Defeat Wheaton 14-2
April 24, 2006 - 08:35 PM --
The Falcons defeated Division Rival Wheaton 14-2 today at Wheaton. The Falcons were lead by Robert Tedeschi (3-4 2B 2 RBI), Sean Foy 3-4 1 RBI), and Bobby Dolan (2-4 2 RBI). Poolesville came out swinging early and often today with 4 consecutive hits to open the game. The Falcons ammassed 10 hits, 2 walks and 10 runs in the 1st inning. All together the Falcons had 15 hits on the day.
Coach Gant was impressed with the team's efforts. "The kids have worked hard all year and it is paying off." The Falcon's depth proved to be very helpful today. Junior 2B Jason Kramek filled for the injured Nick Loftus and played very well. "It was great to see Jason play well today. He has worked hard all season and is a tremendous asset to this team" commented Coach Gant.
On the mound, Junior P Brian Steyer improved to 2-1 on the season. Sophomore Tommy Hughes came on to pitch the final inning.
The Falcons will continue their Division play tomorrow at home vs. Paint Branch.
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Williquette Shuts Down Kennedy
April 20, 2006 - 09:00 PM --
Senior P Matt Williquette picked up his first win of the 2006 season. Matt allowed only a bloop single in the bottom of the 1st inning. Matt had no walks and 5 strikeouts. Senior Robert Tedeschi followed with a 1-2-3 6th inning.
Offensively, the Falcons scored 4 runs in the 1st inning, highlighted by Sr. Bobby Dolan's 2 run triple that scored Robert Tedeschi (2-3 2 runs 2 SB) and Sean Foy (1-3 1 run). Dolan scored on Matt WIlliquette's RBI groundout and the inning was finished with Tommmy Hughes belting his 3rd Home Run of the season.
All together the Falcons ammassed 10 hits and every starter scored a run and 6 different players had at least 1 RBI.
The Falcons will be back in action on Saturday when they host division rival Paint Branch at 1:30.
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Torres Notches First Varsity Win, Offense Bangs Out 14 Hits
April 5, 2006 - 07:30 PM --
Roger Torres picked up his 1st varsity win of the season today beating a tough Rockville team 12-3. Torres scattered 6 hits and struck out 6, while walking only 1 batter. Torres was aided defensively by several plays. Junior Center fielder Marc Saxman caught a deep fly ball in the 3rd inning while battling a tough wind, while Bobby Dolan snagged 2 different line drives out of the air.
Torres finished the 6th inning down 3-1, when the Poolesville offense erupted for 12 runs in the 6th. Sophomore LF Tommy Hughes had an RBI triple in the inning and then added a deep 3 run Home Run to left center field. Robert Tedeschi drove in Senior OF Jon Miller with the go ahead run while Bobby Dolan, Kevin Campbell, Sean Foy, and Brian Steyer, all added RBI's in the inning. All together, every batter in the lineup had an RBI and/or scored a run. The Falcons totaled 10 hits (2 doubles, a triple, and a home run) and 2 walks in the inning. Coach Gant commented "it was great to see our offense explode like that. We knew that we had a good hitting club, and they showed it today".
Junior Pitcher Marc Saxman came in to pitch a scoreless 7th inning.
The Falcons will be off until after Spring Break. They will return to action on Thursday April 20th at Kennedy HS.
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Falcons Earn 1st Win of Young Season
April 3, 2006 - 09:00 PM --
The Poolesville Falcons earned their 1st win of the young season. They were lead by junior pitcher Brian Steyer's first win at Poolesville. Brian threw a complete game 4 hitter, while allowing 1 earned run and totaling 10 Strikeouts. The offensive attack was lead by Senior 1B Sean Foy (3-3 3 rbi), Senior 3B Bobby Dolan (2-4 3 rbi),Senior SS Robert Tedeschi (2-4 2 runs), Senior OF/DH Jon Miller (2-3 2 runs), and Junior RF Kevin Campbell (1-3 2 runs).
The defense was highlighted by Senior Catcher Josh Weaver throwing out his 3rd baserunner in 2 games. "Josh has worked very hard this year behind the plate and it has paid off lately" Coach Gant commented after the game. Other fine plays in the field included Brian Steyer throwing out a runner at home and Junior 2B Jason Kramek making a nice play to end the game.
The Falcons will be back in action on Wednesday at home against Rockville HS.
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Falcons drop tough one to BCC
April 1, 2006 - 07:00 PM --
Poolesville dropped their 4th game of the season to division rival BCC. The falcons were lead by Senior Pitcher Matt WIlliquette. Matt allowed 5 hits while pitching a complete game. Matt allowed 2 unearned runs in the 2nd inning and those runs proved to be the difference. Defensively, highlights included Kevin Campbell's sliding catch in right field and Bobby Dolan, Robert Tedeschi, and Sean Foy turning a 5-4-3 double play to end the 6th inning.
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Falcons Lose Close One
March 29, 2006 - 08:00 PM --
The Falcons dropped a very close game today to Magruder 5-4. Poolesville was lead by Junior pitcher Brian Steyer who allowed just 2 hits in his 4 innings of work. Brian finished with 4 innings pitched, 1 hit, 3 runs (1 earned) and 3 walks to go along with 1 strikeout. He was followed by Senior Roger Torres. Torres pitched 3 innings allowing just 2 hits and 3 earned runs. He also had 2 strikeouts to go along with 2 walks. Coach Gant commented after the game " both pitchers were very effective today on the mound. Brian kept the ball low in the strike zone today" and "Roger pitched well in his first outing of the season"
The pitchers were aided by several outstanding plays in the field. Kevin Campbell made a spectacular diving catch in right field. Tommy Hughes went far in the gap in right-center field to take away a hit, and Nick Loftus made a great play on a shallow fly ball to left field. The falcons were also helped by solid infield play from Bobby Dolan (3B) Nick Loftus (SS) Robert Tedeschi (2B) and Sean Foy (1B)
On the offensive side, the attack was lead by Sophomore LF Tommy Hughes. Tommy was 2-3 2 runs scored, 1 rbi and a solo HR. Senior 3B Bobby Dolan added an rbi single in the 1st inning. Kevin Campbell, Jon Miller, and Robert Tedeschi also added hits in the game.
The Falcons will be back in action Saturday at BCC High School.
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Falcons Enter Important Stretch
March 27, 2006 - 09:30 AM --
The Falcons enter a very important stretch where they will play 5 games in 8 days. The Falcons will travel to Quince Orchard on Tuesday, befor returning home to play Magruder on Wednesday. Following those games, the Falcons will open up their Division schedule on Saturday at BCC. They will then host Einstein on Monday April 3rd and Rockville on April 5th. "This will be an important 8 days for us. Our depth at Pitcher will be tested with 5 games in 8 days." commented Coach Gant.
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NEWS RELEASE - (Exerpt) The Gazette 03/22/2006
Upcounty Hoping To Translate Loss Into Gain
by James Peters
Staff Writer
Wednesday, March 22, 2006
Poolesville returns seven seniors and a key junior from a team that reached the 1A South Region semifinal before falling to eventual region champion Brunswick.
‘‘This should be a big year for Poolesville baseball,” Falcons coach Will Gant said. ‘‘We play a very competitive schedule this year, which should help us prepare for the playoffs. Our playoffs go through Frederick County.”
Top seniors include first baseman Sean Foy (.333, 17 RBI), outfielders Roger Torres (.333, 14 RBI) and Jon Miller (.300, 15 runs), third baseman Bobby Dolan (.286, 16 RBI) and pitcher Matt Williquette. Junior outfielder Kevin Campbell (.368) also returns.
Fast Facts:
Poolesville Falcons
Head coach: Will Gant, 4th year (13-40 record, 42-54 career)
Last year’s record: 7-13
League affiliation: Montgomery 3A⁄2A⁄1A
Last state playoff appearance: None
Last state title: None
Players to watch: Sean Foy (Sr., 1B), Roger Torres (Sr., OF), Matt Williquette (Sr., P)
Copyright © 2006 The Gazette - ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.
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Falcons Drop Their Opener
March 21, 2006 - 08:10 PM --
The Falcons dropped their home opener to a tough Whitman Viking team 13-7. Senior Matt Williquette pitched 4 1/3 innings in the loss. He left in the 5th with a 7-3 lead. Coach Gant commented " Matt threw the ball very effectively today. He hit his spots and had tremendous command."
The Falcons offense was lead by Junior Brian Steyer (1-3 with 2 runs scored), Sophomore Tommy Hughes (3-3 2 doubles 4 rbi), and junior Kevin Campbell (2-3 run scored). Bobby Dolan, Robert Tedeschi, Sean Foy, and Nick Loftus all added hits.
The Falcons will be back in action Saturday at home vs Magruder.
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Field Day Scheduled for February 25, 2006
February 7, 2005 --
Coach Gant is scheduling a field work day on Saturday, February 25th from 10:00 - 12:00. If there are Rain/weather issues on Saturday, the field work day will be held Sunday, February 26th from 12:00 - 2:00.
Anyone that provide a pickup truck would be greatly appreciated. The players, parents, and coaches will be cleaning up the dugouts and fenceline of all trash.
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COMCAST Provides Donation for New Baseball Scoreboard
January 18, 2006 --
Mr. Riley, Athletic Director of PHS, has just announced that a new scoreboard has been installed on the baseball field. On behalf of the players and PHS High School, Mr. Riley and Coach Gant would like to thank COMCAST for their generous donation towards the purchase and installation of the scoreboard. A larger picture of the new scoreboard can be seen in the 2006 Season Photo Album.
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2006 Offseason Workout Schedule
January 3, 2006 --
Baseball workouts will be conducted by Coach Belcher Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 2:15 PM to 3:15 PM. The players are expected to throw on the tennis courts, weather permitting, from 3:30 PM to 4:00 PM.
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2006 Falcons Baseball Schedule
August 4, 2005 --
The Poolesville Falcons 2006 baseball schedule was released by the Montgomery County School system. Click on Schedules to see the entire listing of games.
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