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Texas Sports Writers Assn 5A All State Team - July 26, 2013
MLB.Com Gameday - June 11, 2013
CHS Sidekick, March 20, 2013
Dallas Morning News - May 4, 2012
Flower Mound 6, Coppell 4:
Texas A&M signee Andrew Vinson struck out the side in the seventh for his first save of the year, as Flower Mound fought off a Coppell rally in Game 1 of a three-game 5A Region I bi-district series.
In the bottom of the sixth, Flower Mound scored twice on a RBI single by Scott Popescu with the second run scoring on a throwing error.
After Flower Mound jumped out to a 4-0 lead with a four-run second, Coppell (19-12) battled back.
Clayton Dalrymple hit a one-out triple in the third, eventually scoring to close the deficit to three.
In the fourth, Flower Mound starter Jack Moffit registered his fifth strikeout. The pitch, however, was dropped, allowing a run to score. In the extended inning, Dalrymple hit a two-run double to tie the game.
Texas A&M signee Andrew Vinson struck out the side in the seventh for his first save of the year, as Flower Mound fought off a Coppell rally in Game 1 of a three-game 5A Region I bi-district series.
In the bottom of the sixth, Flower Mound scored twice on a RBI single by Scott Popescu with the second run scoring on a throwing error.
After Flower Mound jumped out to a 4-0 lead with a four-run second, Coppell (19-12) battled back.
Clayton Dalrymple hit a one-out triple in the third, eventually scoring to close the deficit to three.
In the fourth, Flower Mound starter Jack Moffit registered his fifth strikeout. The pitch, however, was dropped, allowing a run to score. In the extended inning, Dalrymple hit a two-run double to tie the game.
The Sidekick - KCBY - May 2, 2012
Citizens' Advocate - April 27, 2012
The Sidekick - KCBY - April 27, 2012
The Coppell Gazette - April 24, 2012
The Sidekick - KCBY - April 23, 2012
Dallas Morning News - April 14, 2012
Baseball replay: 7-5A race tightens as Coppell routs Southlake Carroll
Craig Aikin hit a three-run home run to help the Coppell baseball team beat Southlake Carroll, 13-3, and move within one game of first place in District 7-5A.
Coppell (14-11, 7-4) had 13 hits. Carroll got a home run from Kenny Hill - the football team's star quarterback - but fell to 8-3 in district. Carroll entered Friday tied with Fossil Ridge for first place in 7-5A.
Craig Aikin hit a three-run home run to help the Coppell baseball team beat Southlake Carroll, 13-3, and move within one game of first place in District 7-5A.
Coppell (14-11, 7-4) had 13 hits. Carroll got a home run from Kenny Hill - the football team's star quarterback - but fell to 8-3 in district. Carroll entered Friday tied with Fossil Ridge for first place in 7-5A.
Citizens' Advocate - April 6, 2012
Citizens' Advocate - March 30, 2012
The Sidekick - KCBY - March 27, 2012
Dallas Morning News - March 28, 2012
Tuesday's Standouts - Baseball:
Jake Elliott, Coppell: Threw a one-hit shutout and struck out 10 in a 10-0 win over Keller.
Jake Elliott, Coppell: Threw a one-hit shutout and struck out 10 in a 10-0 win over Keller.
Dallas Morning News Baseball Player of the Week - March 26, 2012
Honorable mention
Matt Delaney - Coppell - Jr. - Relief win, grand slam against Justin NW
Matt Delaney - Coppell - Jr. - Relief win, grand slam against Justin NW
Dallas Morning News - March 24, 2012
GAME OF THE DAY
Catcher saves Coppell with his arm and bat
Matt Delaney started Friday’s game at catcher for the Coppell baseball team. But with his team trailing Justin Northwest, 4-0, in the top of the sixth, Delaney was brought in to pitch.
The junior got the final two outs of the sixth to keep Coppell down by four. After Coppell scored a run in the bottom of the sixth, Delaney capped the inning by hitting a grand slam to give his team a one-run lead. Delaney then retired the side in order in the seventh to finish off the 5-4 win.
Delaney struck out four in pitching 1 2/3 scoreless innings to earn the win. Coppell improved to 9-9 overall and 2-3 in District 7-5A.
Catcher saves Coppell with his arm and bat
Matt Delaney started Friday’s game at catcher for the Coppell baseball team. But with his team trailing Justin Northwest, 4-0, in the top of the sixth, Delaney was brought in to pitch.
The junior got the final two outs of the sixth to keep Coppell down by four. After Coppell scored a run in the bottom of the sixth, Delaney capped the inning by hitting a grand slam to give his team a one-run lead. Delaney then retired the side in order in the seventh to finish off the 5-4 win.
Delaney struck out four in pitching 1 2/3 scoreless innings to earn the win. Coppell improved to 9-9 overall and 2-3 in District 7-5A.
Coppel Gazette March 13, 2012
Coppell Sidekick - February 7, 2012
KCBY February 2012 Sports Video #16
Wingstop Scholar Athlete of the Month - February 2012
"This memo serves as the NCAA’s official notice that the decertification process has been triggered for the Marucci CAT5 33-inch model. Effective immediately and until further notice, these bats will not be allowed for use in any NCAA baseball competition".
Marruci 33" Bat decertification
Marruci 33" Bat decertification
Be a Good Sport: A Guide to Sportmanship
by BRETT & KATE MCKAY on AUGUST 4, 2009
(Edited version - a link to the entire article is below)
There’s a reason so many motivational speakers use sports as a metaphor for life. There are innumerable parallels between what it takes to be successful both in real life and on the playing field. The qualities of determination, skill, and hard work contribute to a man’s chance of winning in both arenas. There is a parallel between life and sports that doesn’t get enough attention, however, and that’s the connection between a man’s character off the field and his good sportsmanship on it.
Good sportsmanship encompasses many aspects of a man’s character, the most fundamental being respect. The good sportsman respects both his teammates and his opponents as equals. He plays with integrity. A win that does not come fairly holds no satisfaction for him. He is honest in his dealings with opponents, because he treats them the way he wants to be treated. He is unselfish in his desire to see all his teammates participate and enjoy the game. He is humble in his victories, and has the proper perspective on his losses. In short, the qualities that go in to making a good man are the same ones that contribute to being a great sportsman.
Good Sportsmanship as a Player
Play fair. Sounds simple, but you’d be surprised how many men will cheat or play dirty to win. Remember, it’s just a game. If you cheat, you may get the victory in the short term, but it will forever ring hollow for you.
I think Teddy Roosevelt sums it up best: “Hit the line hard; don’t foul and don’t shirk, but hit the line hard!”
Be a team player. If you’re playing a team sport, do your best to get the whole team involved. Don’t try to be the star by hogging the ball.... What it comes down to is this: why are you playing this game? Is it for a win to help boost your sense of self-worth? Or is it for the pure love of playing itself? When it’s the latter, you naturally want to make sure your teammates have the same great time that you do.
Stay positive. It’s easy to get negative when things aren’t going your way. A man knows how to stay positive when the chips are against him and his team.
Oftentimes, the guy who moans and groans about other players’ mistakes is making plenty of blunders himself. Just remember: you’re not perfect either. Get over it.
Keep trash talk to a minimum. One thing I’ve noticed is that the player who continually runs his mouth with trash talk is usually the player that isn’t actually doing much physically to help his team win. I guess it’s their way of making up for their lack of skill. Instead of wasting your energy and focus on running your mouth, concentrate on actually outplaying your opponent. Let your performance speak for itself.
Also, throughout the game, make a conscious effort to give credit to an opposing player when they make a good play. A simple “nice job” or “good work” is all that is needed.
Lose gracefully. In any sport, there will be winners and losers. And sometimes you’re going to be on the losing side of the equation. The sooner you accept this fact, the easier it will be to handle a loss. When you lose, don’t sulk, throw a temper tantrum, or cry like a little boy. Be a man and give the other team a congratulatory handshake.
Also, don’t blame your other teammates or the officiating, either. Show some leadership after the game by rounding up your team and offering them a pep talk. Point out what people did well, but also what needs to be worked on.
Finally, remember to keep things in perspective. It’s just a stinkin’ game. In the grand scheme of things, it’s not going to make much of a difference in your life if you win or lose a pickup basketball game.
Win with class. If you find yourself in the winner’s circle, remember to show some class. Don’t gloat or put down the other team after your win. Let your performance speak for itself. After the game, make sure to tell the other team “good game.” Offer some compliments to the opposing players.
Respect the rulings of officials. If your game has referees, remember to respect their rulings, even if they make a bad call. They’re human beings and are bound to make mistakes. While it’s fine to contest a ruling, make your case calmly and rationally. If they decide to stand by their ruling, accept it, and move on. Remember, sometimes bad calls go your way, too.
Good Sportsmanship as a Fan
A recent study by the NCAA showed that while sportsmanship among players has improved over the years, sportsmanship by the fans has gotten worse. It’s pretty sad when the people who have the least invested in a sport stoop to inappropriate behavior just for the sake of rooting their team on. Here’s a quick reminder of some things to keep in mind next time you’re at the big game.
Respect the opposing team. Use your lung strength to root for your team and not against the other. When the visiting team walks out on to the field, don’t be a cad and boo them. Instead, respectfully clap for them. Applause is also appropriate when an opposing player is taken out of the game due to an injury. Finally, while it’s tempting to taunt and heckle an opposing team, be the better man and avoid it. It just brings the game down.
Respect your fellow fans. Nobody likes to sit next to the guy who loudly gives his armchair perspective about what went wrong with each play and how the coach is a moron. It grates on the nerves. Also, be respectful to fans who are rooting for the opposing team. Their allegiance to a set of guys wearing different uniforms and playing a game does not mark them as arch enemies or make them less human. Don’t give opposing fans dirty looks or hurl crass insults in their direction.
Watch your language. I’m always amazed at what comes out of the mouths of fans at sporting events. It would make the saltiest of sailors blush. While I can understand an exasperated “damnit” being uttered from time to time, there’s no excuse for a fan’s language to devolve into lurid and filthy talk. Remember, at most sporting events there are children, so adjust your language accordingly. And besides, if the rules demand that the athletes keep their language clean, we should expect that from the fans, too.
Respect the officials. Just as players should respect the officials, so should the fans. I’ve been to sporting events where the refs are booed as soon as they walk out on to the field-before they’ve even made a call! Give the officials the respect they deserve. If it weren’t for them, you wouldn’t be able to enjoy the game. Sure, they all make boneheaded decisions from time to time. But guess what? We do too.
When you’re feeling angry at the ref, take a minute to get some perspective on the situation. You may be able to see the whole field of action from your perch in the stands..., but the ref is out there at eye level watching the action happen in the blink of an eye. It’s not an easy job, and they’re doing the best can.
Support your team, even when they lose. A true fan sticks with their team through good times and bad.
Full Article
by BRETT & KATE MCKAY on AUGUST 4, 2009
(Edited version - a link to the entire article is below)
There’s a reason so many motivational speakers use sports as a metaphor for life. There are innumerable parallels between what it takes to be successful both in real life and on the playing field. The qualities of determination, skill, and hard work contribute to a man’s chance of winning in both arenas. There is a parallel between life and sports that doesn’t get enough attention, however, and that’s the connection between a man’s character off the field and his good sportsmanship on it.
Good sportsmanship encompasses many aspects of a man’s character, the most fundamental being respect. The good sportsman respects both his teammates and his opponents as equals. He plays with integrity. A win that does not come fairly holds no satisfaction for him. He is honest in his dealings with opponents, because he treats them the way he wants to be treated. He is unselfish in his desire to see all his teammates participate and enjoy the game. He is humble in his victories, and has the proper perspective on his losses. In short, the qualities that go in to making a good man are the same ones that contribute to being a great sportsman.
Good Sportsmanship as a Player
Play fair. Sounds simple, but you’d be surprised how many men will cheat or play dirty to win. Remember, it’s just a game. If you cheat, you may get the victory in the short term, but it will forever ring hollow for you.
I think Teddy Roosevelt sums it up best: “Hit the line hard; don’t foul and don’t shirk, but hit the line hard!”
Be a team player. If you’re playing a team sport, do your best to get the whole team involved. Don’t try to be the star by hogging the ball.... What it comes down to is this: why are you playing this game? Is it for a win to help boost your sense of self-worth? Or is it for the pure love of playing itself? When it’s the latter, you naturally want to make sure your teammates have the same great time that you do.
Stay positive. It’s easy to get negative when things aren’t going your way. A man knows how to stay positive when the chips are against him and his team.
Oftentimes, the guy who moans and groans about other players’ mistakes is making plenty of blunders himself. Just remember: you’re not perfect either. Get over it.
Keep trash talk to a minimum. One thing I’ve noticed is that the player who continually runs his mouth with trash talk is usually the player that isn’t actually doing much physically to help his team win. I guess it’s their way of making up for their lack of skill. Instead of wasting your energy and focus on running your mouth, concentrate on actually outplaying your opponent. Let your performance speak for itself.
Also, throughout the game, make a conscious effort to give credit to an opposing player when they make a good play. A simple “nice job” or “good work” is all that is needed.
Lose gracefully. In any sport, there will be winners and losers. And sometimes you’re going to be on the losing side of the equation. The sooner you accept this fact, the easier it will be to handle a loss. When you lose, don’t sulk, throw a temper tantrum, or cry like a little boy. Be a man and give the other team a congratulatory handshake.
Also, don’t blame your other teammates or the officiating, either. Show some leadership after the game by rounding up your team and offering them a pep talk. Point out what people did well, but also what needs to be worked on.
Finally, remember to keep things in perspective. It’s just a stinkin’ game. In the grand scheme of things, it’s not going to make much of a difference in your life if you win or lose a pickup basketball game.
Win with class. If you find yourself in the winner’s circle, remember to show some class. Don’t gloat or put down the other team after your win. Let your performance speak for itself. After the game, make sure to tell the other team “good game.” Offer some compliments to the opposing players.
Respect the rulings of officials. If your game has referees, remember to respect their rulings, even if they make a bad call. They’re human beings and are bound to make mistakes. While it’s fine to contest a ruling, make your case calmly and rationally. If they decide to stand by their ruling, accept it, and move on. Remember, sometimes bad calls go your way, too.
Good Sportsmanship as a Fan
A recent study by the NCAA showed that while sportsmanship among players has improved over the years, sportsmanship by the fans has gotten worse. It’s pretty sad when the people who have the least invested in a sport stoop to inappropriate behavior just for the sake of rooting their team on. Here’s a quick reminder of some things to keep in mind next time you’re at the big game.
Respect the opposing team. Use your lung strength to root for your team and not against the other. When the visiting team walks out on to the field, don’t be a cad and boo them. Instead, respectfully clap for them. Applause is also appropriate when an opposing player is taken out of the game due to an injury. Finally, while it’s tempting to taunt and heckle an opposing team, be the better man and avoid it. It just brings the game down.
Respect your fellow fans. Nobody likes to sit next to the guy who loudly gives his armchair perspective about what went wrong with each play and how the coach is a moron. It grates on the nerves. Also, be respectful to fans who are rooting for the opposing team. Their allegiance to a set of guys wearing different uniforms and playing a game does not mark them as arch enemies or make them less human. Don’t give opposing fans dirty looks or hurl crass insults in their direction.
Watch your language. I’m always amazed at what comes out of the mouths of fans at sporting events. It would make the saltiest of sailors blush. While I can understand an exasperated “damnit” being uttered from time to time, there’s no excuse for a fan’s language to devolve into lurid and filthy talk. Remember, at most sporting events there are children, so adjust your language accordingly. And besides, if the rules demand that the athletes keep their language clean, we should expect that from the fans, too.
Respect the officials. Just as players should respect the officials, so should the fans. I’ve been to sporting events where the refs are booed as soon as they walk out on to the field-before they’ve even made a call! Give the officials the respect they deserve. If it weren’t for them, you wouldn’t be able to enjoy the game. Sure, they all make boneheaded decisions from time to time. But guess what? We do too.
When you’re feeling angry at the ref, take a minute to get some perspective on the situation. You may be able to see the whole field of action from your perch in the stands..., but the ref is out there at eye level watching the action happen in the blink of an eye. It’s not an easy job, and they’re doing the best can.
Support your team, even when they lose. A true fan sticks with their team through good times and bad.
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