Reds Baseball & Softball is a non-profit 5.01(C)(3) Organization dedicated to the continuing development of young baseball
and softball players to the top level of their capability
**11 years of Service**
1996 - 2007
***Robert Romero is the latest Reds Baseball Program Player to be selected in the Professional Baseball Draft, being selected by the Los Angeles Angels. Robert signed with the Angels and became the 18th former Red to be drafted by professional baseball teams & the 14th to sign.
***Recently, Sarah McCloud signed to pitch for the University of Georgia Bulldogs, Kristen Adkins signed to play for the University of Florida, Danielle Vaji signed to play at U. of Illinois, Taylor Gates is playing catcher & 3B at Arkansas Tech, Jaclyn Chilton has signed to play at St. Edwards University, Lauren Rome is playing catcher at Northeastern Oklahoma State University, Mallarie Stone signed to pitch for D1 Central Arkansas U., Stephanie West signed to play at D1 Eastern Kentucky U. & Jenn Hull signed to pitch for U T-Tyler, Ashlyn Aston signed to play at Eastern Oklahoma State College making 20 Ball-Yard softball players to commit to college softball programs in the past 2 years & 30 Ball-Yard softball players to go to college on their softball skills.
A complete pitching system, not just a delivery method, the West Coast Softball Pitching System taught at the Ball-Yard has produced three D1 college pitchers. The West Coast System features a deep windmill with seven basic pitches & variations. Every pitch looks the same until after release -- spot pitches w/ deadly accuracy -- weight transfer provides the power for velocity, not the shoulder -- set up hitters and finish them off with a system of pitches that compliment each other.
Improve velocity, develop powerful leg drive
no sore shoulders, back or knees
Learn the West Coast Pitching System
at The Ball-Yard
903.892.0009 *** Email: rexsports@aol.com
Over 79 Ball-Yard pitchers train at The Ball-Yard
in the West Coast System
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Top Rung Summer Long
Softball Pitching Camp
2007
Summer Pitching Camp
Designed to develop all pitchers, regardless of style or delivery method into a more powerful, explosive pitcher with more velocity & movement.
Pitchers in last summer's camp averaged gaining a documented 6.125 MPH in velocity and tighter spins on their movement pitches
Camp runs June and July,
every Tues. & Thurs.
9:30 AM to 12 N
*Camp Participants -- First meeting Friday, June 1 to check velocity and outline camp set up & activities for the summer
Learn and be able to execute all the basic and advanced fundamentals that will make you a top level catcher. The Ball -Yard Catching Staff does not stop here, but trains catchers in related regimens that build the quickness, power, drive, knowledge and leadership that are necessary to become a viable prospect for playing at higher levels of softball. Call now to start your catching development program at the Ball-Yard.
Want to execute all the real Left Side Slap/Speed Game? -- The Ball-Yard staff specilaizes in teaching all phases of the Left Side Game -- to get complete and outstanding instruction in this great offensive weapon, call to set up your lesson times now. OR, if you just want to pick up some solid tips and information on the Left Side Game, our Left Side Training Video can be ordered for $23 including postage. Send $23 Money Order to:
Left Side Video - P O Box 2324 - Sherman, TX 75091
11 Years of Reds Baseball & Softball
109 senior Reds received college baseball scholarships
19 Reds have been drafted by Major League teams
14 former Reds have signed professional baseball contracts
4 former Reds have made it to the Big Leagues so far
4 former Reds made college All American Teams
4 Reds have played in Adidas Area Code Games
Reds teams have qualified for 47 World Series berths.
Reds teams have qualified for 32 State Tournaments
31 Ball-Yard softball players have received college scholarships
4 Ball-Yard softball players made All World National Teams
One Ball-Yard Pitcher won a National Championship
One Ball-Yard Pitcher was MVP of her Nationals Tournament
10 Ball-Yard H. S. softball players have made first team All-State
Brad Hawpe, 1996 Reds Grad, made All American at LSU as the Tigers won the National Championship & Brad was drafted by the Colorado Rockies.
Brad is beginning his third year in the big leagues with the Rockies as a starting outfielder, and is among the leaders in several offensive categories.
Sean Henn, 1999 Reds Senior, played two years at McClennan CC. He was drafted by the New York Yankees and signed last summer for $1,700,000. He had an excellent first pro season, pitching for the Staten Island Yankees.
Adam Berry and Bobby Roe, 1997 Reds Grads, played at UCLA. Adam was a leading power hitter for the Bruins. Bobby made Freshman All American and made All Pac Ten two times. Adam signed with the Texas Ranger Organization after his senior season in which he hit 18 HRs.
1999 Reds Grad, Ryan Roberts played at Eastfield CC, where he made NJCAA All American in 2001 as the Harvesters won the National Championship. Ryan then played at UTA, where he was the SLC Player of the Year, was drafted by the Toronto Blue Jays. In July, 2006, Ryan started his Big League Career. In his 3rd game, he hit his first Big League Home Run.
Jeremy Dodson finished H. S. before the RR Reds were organized. Jeremy has trained at the Ball Yard each off season. He made All State at Sherman, made all Big 12 while playing at Baylor U. He was drafted by the Kansas City Royals. Jeremy teaches lessons at the Ball Yard in off seasons.
1999 Reds Grad, Bryan Jones
receiving the "Central Texas College Pitcher of the Year" award from Nolan Ryan. The award came at the awards banquet of the Round
Rock Express, Ryan's AA minor
league team. The award is quite
an honor for the former RR Red.
Wes Morrow, 2000 Reds Grad, became the 8th former RR Red to sign a professional baseball contract, and the first in 2002.
Former Red, (2003), Jared Hillburn recently signed to play for U of Texas at Tyler. Jared is a pitcher and a strong hitter. Pictured wtih Jared are Bobby, Lynda and Mark of the RR Reds and Jared's parents, Hi & Jennifer Hillburn.
Brian Babbitt, 2002 Reds Grad is playing
at Tarleton State U. where he had a very
successful year as a starting pitcher.
2003 Reds Grad, Jared Hillburn, is playing his freshman year at University of Texas at Tyler. Jared doubles as a pitcher & catcher.
Sarah McCloud, Glory 18U Gold & Celina H. S. pitcher, is one of the top pitchers in the entire nation and has already caught the eye of many of the top college softball programs in the country. Sarah has recently signed to pitch for the Georgia Bulldogs of the SEC.
Amanda Perdue played first base & outfield at Northwestern Louisiana State U. Former Bosier Parrish CC & Pottsboro H. S. star, Amanda was one of the top hitters on the Bossier Parrish team. Amanda has trained at the Ball-Yard for several years.
Blake Nixon, who trained at the Ball Yard during his high school career, is now playing baseball at the Air Force Academy. Blake, who set most of the individual pitching records for Holliday High School, was the All State Pitcher last year and has a chance to be an outstanding college pitcher.
Former RR Red, Spud Adams of Atlanta, TX
hit .475 his senior year at Atlanta H. S., was All Area SS, and set several school records. Spud played at the University of Houston.
Philippians 4:13
&
Romans 8:28
2004 Reds Grad, Tyler Huntsman, is playing at Grayson CC. He will play both SS and the outfield. Tyler has very good speed (He won the baserunning contest two years in a row at the Buck O'Neil Tournament in Kansas City).
Jennifer Hull, 3 yr. All District Pitcher for Carrollton Creekview H. S., where she led her team into the playoffs with 16 wins her senior season, and she hit .403. Jenn has committed to pitch for the University of Texas at Tyler next fall.
Sherman, Texas
Home Of
REDS
Baseball & Softball
University of Texas Head Softball Coach, Connie Clark at the UT - Ball-Yard Softball Pitching Clinic on 11/14/2004
Baylor University Head Softball Coach, Glenn Moore and Hitting Coach Mark Lumley at the Baylor - Ball-Yard Softball Hitting Clinic 10/10/04
Oral Roberts University Head Baseball Coach, Rob Walton & Colorado Rockies Special Assignment Scout, Dave Holliday with Mark at the 2003 Ball-Yard Baseball Hitting-Pitching Clinic.
University of Oklahoma Head Softball Coach, Patty
Gasso & Hitting Coach, Howard Dobson Instruct-
ing 56 hitters at the OU - Ball-Yard Softball Hitting Clinic on 10/30/2004
San Diego Padres Scout, Randy Whisler, Mark & Ryan at the 2002
Ball-Yard Baseball Hitting clinic
Oral Roberts University Head Baseball Coach and Mark at the 2001 Ball-Yard Baseball Pitching Clinic
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Louisiana State University Associate Head Softball Coach & Hitting Coach, James DeFeo and Assistant Hitting Coach, Lori Osterberg at the LSU - Ball-Yard Softball Hitting Clinic on 1/9/2005
College Catcher, Lauren Rome, who
has trained at the Ball-Yard for 6+ years, is very strong fundamentally.
Lauren has just accepted a full ride to play catcher for Northeastern Oklahoma State University.
15 Yr. Holly Wallace is quickly
becoming one of the leading
pitchers her age in the entire
North Texas area. Holly has
6 pitches and good velocity.
Audra Rhudy is growing rapidly and as she does, is making herself known as one of the best pitchers in the North Texas-Southern Oklahoma area. Audra's ability to move the ball around and spot her pitches make her very hard to hit.
18 yr. RR Reds with Dave Winfield and Buck O'Neil at the Buck O'Neil Classic Tournament in Kansas City, MO.
Texas A & M Head Softball Coach, Jo Evans and Hitting Coach, Rich Wielig- man at the A & M Ball-Yard Hitting Clinic
on 10/9/2005.
University of Oklahoma Hitting Coach, Howard Dobson with assistant Hitting Coaches, Nickie Engelbrecht & Craig Snider at the OU, Ball-Yard Hitting Clinic on 10/23/'05
16 yr. Megan Mitchell won 23 games as a H. S. freshman, striking out 360 and posting a 0.36 ERA. She won 22 more games as a soph. and is presently pitching for 18U Bat Busters and is still sitting hitters down with a great deal of regularity. Megan has 7 pitches with an outstanding rise and drop, screwball & change.
OSU Head Softball Coach, Margaret Rebenar and Pitching Coach, Kim Ward at the OSU, Ball-Yard Pitching Clinic on 12/12/2004
Left Side Speed Specialist, Stephanie West has dropped her time to 1B to 2.5 sec. Stephanie trained in the Left Side Group of the Ball -Yard Top Rung Summer Program. Stephanie signed to play for Eastern Kentucky University.
LSU Associate Head Coach & Hitting Coach, James DeFeo and Assistant Hitting Coach, Lori Osterberg at the LSU, Ball-Yard Hitting Clinic on 11/13/2005
14 yr. Megan Matlock is emerging as one of the top pitchers her age, as she has 7 pitches that she uses in all her games. Megan is very effective changing speeds and locations.
Pitcher Sarah McCloud and Bobby after a lesson at The Ball-Yard. Sarah has signed to attend the University of Georgia after she graduates from Celina High School. Sarah led the Celina team to the State Tournament for the first time in school history this year, winning 23 games with 358 strikeouts and a 0.29 ERA. Sarah will pitch and play 1B for the Bulldogs.
Mark and Dave Holliday, Colorado Rockies
Special Assignment Scout at the 9th Annual
Dave Holliday Baseball Hitting Clinic - 1/7/'06
Ball-Yard Pitcher, Mallarie Stone was 7-0 with an 0.27 ERA in her senior year at Frisco H. S.
A leftie, Mal has an excellent assortment of pitches. Mal has signed to pitch for D1 Central Arkansas University of the Southland Conference.
.Taylor Gates, Ball-Yard Catcher & 3B
is playing in her freshman year at Arkansas Tech. Tayor is a strong hitter and very skilled defensively
Jaclyn Chilton, a powerful hitter who
also has good left side skills plays the outfield and 2B. Jaclyn has signed to
play for St. Edwards University.
Lyndi Davidson, Junior Pitcher
from Coalgate, OK is being
recruited by top college softball
programs, including D1 schools
12 yr Tori Bates is becoming a top
pitcher, with velocity of 59 - 60 and excellent breaking pitches, Tori has
strong leg drive and finish.
Lefty Lauren Camp is improving very
rapidly, with excellent movement and velocity, and will be one of the top pitchers in the area
Danielle Vaji, Glory 18U Shortstop
is an excellent hitter and possesses strong left side skills as well.Danielle has signed to play at the University of Illinois.
Texas A&M Head Softball Coach, Jo Evans & Assistant Coaches, M J Firnbach and Adrian Gregory at the Ball-Yard - Texas A&M Hitting Clinic - 9/24/06
Skylar Cagle is rapidly becoming a strong
pitcher. Skylar works very hard and will
soon be among the top pitchers in the area.
Cassidy Hall continues to get stronger and to add pitcnes.
She will be one of the best as she grows.
.Bethany Broussard is a strong pitcher with good velocity and is adding pitches. She improves each week and will be a top pitcher.
Tawny Klinkenburg, 17, of Midland, Texas, hit .390 last season and is very quick, which adds left side skills to her strong hitting capabilities.
Olivia Caraway is a strong, powerful pitcher with good velocity and very good breaking pitches. Olivia has an excellent chance to move to the next level.
Sarah Corn of Decautr, Alabama with Tyler & Bobby at the Ball-Yard Catcher Clinic on 1/28/'07
Janese Largent, a high school senior at Springhill, Louisiana H. S., is a left side slapper - speed game specialist with ourstanding speed.
Jordan Rowe is becoming an outstanding
hitter with power, and is developing into a top level catcher as well.
Amanda Cave, outstanding catcher and hitter on her Frisco High School team and also as a club team player, has an excellent opportunity to move up to the next level of play.
