The North Coast section is one of the most competitive and talented baseball sections in California. The CC Times has just announced the season preview and noted some of the top 12 players to watch. We’ve got two on this list. See below. However not to be out done are some of our athletes that are not on this very short list. Max Dutto of SRV definitely comes to mind. Congrats to:
James Marvel, Campolindo: James under went an extensive six month pitchers off season conditioning program. His work included tendon-ligament strength, total body explosiveness, arm care and strength, our “Tornado” core development, and body durability training. He put on 20lbs of muscle and is throwing hard. We worked hand in had with his pitching coach Jeff Pick (Orinda) in managing James’ talent. He has committed to Duke but don’t be surprised to see him get draft interest.
Mitch Kranson. De La Salle, The “Hardest working man in Baseball” to turn a phase from the legendary performer James Brown. Mitch has been a GS athlete since 2007. When at GS he focuses on speed and agility training to develop his athleticism, power, and speed. The CAL bound senior should put up big numbers and exciting play this season. Mitch is the kind of hard nose player who never disappoints.
Congrats also to former GS athlete Tony Di Martino, Monte Vista.
12 players to watch in 2012
PAUL BLACKBURN P/SS Senior Heritage Hard-throwing right-hander also a star shortstop.
JOE DeMERS P/INF Fresh. College Park Team USA phenom hits high school ranks
TONY DIMARTINO 1B Senior Monte Vista ASU-bound bopper can change game with one swing.
CHRIS FLEXEN P Senior Newark Memorial Allowed just one run, struck out 35 in first 25 innings.
STEVEN GOLDEN OF Senior San Lorenzo Gifted athlete transferred from St. Francis.
SPENCER HENDERSON P/1B Senior Acalanes Left-hander is capable of taking over a game.
DREW JACKSON SS/P Senior Miramonte Clutch hitter doubles as sure-handed shortstop
JAKE JEFFERIES 3B Senior Foothill Son of Gregg returns as one of area’s top hitters
MITCH KRANSON 3B/C Senior De La Salle Power hitter also offers defensive flexibility.
JAMES MARVEL P/INF Senior Campolindo Duke-bound pitcher chases third NCS title.
MARK MATHIAS SS/P Senior Irvington Reigning MVAL MVP headed for Cal Poly
ANTHONY VILLA 3B Senior San Ramon Valley Top defender also offers big bat for Wolves.
