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Rangers open summer league with three-game winning streak
Article written by Evan Jensen - Estacada News
Just a few weeks after the Estacada High School Rangers varsity baseball team closed a history-making season under the direction of head coach Ryan Carpenter, the Rangers summer league team is off to a hot start.
For the first three games of the season, the Rangers have dominated the competition with a 3-0 record. The Rangers beat Gresham on June 3 with a 5-2 score, outplayed Tualatin 7-5 and battled Reynolds for a 7-6 victory.
“We’re off to a fresh start,” Carpenter said. “It’s a brand new season, and there’s a lot of power knowing everyone is starting out at 0-0. It gives us a chance to approach things from a different angle, and we’ve also picked up a couple of new players.”
Ryan Vauthier didn’t play for the Rangers during the regular baseball season because of an injury, but he’s returned to play baseball in the Junior State League and also plans to join the varsity baseball team on the field in 2011.
“He’s been a real spark for our team so far,” Carpenter said. “He’s helped us out quite a bit already. We’ve got a 30-game season ahead of us, and already we’re starting to see improvements and the team really coming together.”
The Estacada Rangers closed the spring season with a 3-15 record. Although the team finished last in the Capital League, those three wins represent a milestone in Ranger baseball history. When the Rangers defeated the top-ranked North Marion Huskies 7-6, it marked the first win for the Rangers since 2007. The Rangers went on to beat the Molalla Indians in two separate games during the season.
Estacada’s summer baseball team, playing in the Junior State League, is made up of members of the varsity baseball team. With a 30-game season, the Rangers will play a couple of games a week through the middle of July without meeting for practice. When the Rangers play 4A schools similar in size to Estacada, they’ll be facing off against those schools’ varsity teams. But when the Rangers play larger schools — such as Tualatin, which is a 6A school — in the greater Portland area this summer, they’ll typically be competing against the junior varsity teams.
Only two players on the Rangers varsity baseball team were seniors during the 2010 season, so the majority of the team will play together during the summer season to prepare for the 2011 season in the Capital League.
“Summer league gives us a chance to reload and get some more playing time,” Carpenter said. “We’re playing about every other day, and we don’t hold practices. In the summer, kids need to be kids. Some work on the Christmas tree ranches and have jobs, some kids are playing summer football and basketball. The main thing about summer baseball is playing a lot of games, having fun and continuing to get better as a program.”
The Rangers summer league baseball team will play Horizon Christian at home today, June 16, beginning at 6 p.m. On Friday, they will face off against the Gladstone Gladiators on the road. On Saturday, the Rangers will play a double header against Molalla at home, beginning at noon, and host a game against La Salle on Monday, June 21, beginning at 6 p.m.
“Summer baseball is very common among most high school programs,” Carpenter said. “In my opinion, this is where you actually get better. In the spring season, there’s a lot of focus on reaching the playoffs and trying to get to the top. Summer league baseball gives the kids the opportunity to relax a little, see how they perform in certain situations and see where they are going to excel. Just about every successful high school baseball program plays summer baseball now.”
All summer league games are free of charge, and the Rangers concession stand will be open during home games.
Just a few weeks after the Estacada High School Rangers varsity baseball team closed a history-making season under the direction of head coach Ryan Carpenter, the Rangers summer league team is off to a hot start.
For the first three games of the season, the Rangers have dominated the competition with a 3-0 record. The Rangers beat Gresham on June 3 with a 5-2 score, outplayed Tualatin 7-5 and battled Reynolds for a 7-6 victory.
“We’re off to a fresh start,” Carpenter said. “It’s a brand new season, and there’s a lot of power knowing everyone is starting out at 0-0. It gives us a chance to approach things from a different angle, and we’ve also picked up a couple of new players.”
Ryan Vauthier didn’t play for the Rangers during the regular baseball season because of an injury, but he’s returned to play baseball in the Junior State League and also plans to join the varsity baseball team on the field in 2011.
“He’s been a real spark for our team so far,” Carpenter said. “He’s helped us out quite a bit already. We’ve got a 30-game season ahead of us, and already we’re starting to see improvements and the team really coming together.”
The Estacada Rangers closed the spring season with a 3-15 record. Although the team finished last in the Capital League, those three wins represent a milestone in Ranger baseball history. When the Rangers defeated the top-ranked North Marion Huskies 7-6, it marked the first win for the Rangers since 2007. The Rangers went on to beat the Molalla Indians in two separate games during the season.
Estacada’s summer baseball team, playing in the Junior State League, is made up of members of the varsity baseball team. With a 30-game season, the Rangers will play a couple of games a week through the middle of July without meeting for practice. When the Rangers play 4A schools similar in size to Estacada, they’ll be facing off against those schools’ varsity teams. But when the Rangers play larger schools — such as Tualatin, which is a 6A school — in the greater Portland area this summer, they’ll typically be competing against the junior varsity teams.
Only two players on the Rangers varsity baseball team were seniors during the 2010 season, so the majority of the team will play together during the summer season to prepare for the 2011 season in the Capital League.
“Summer league gives us a chance to reload and get some more playing time,” Carpenter said. “We’re playing about every other day, and we don’t hold practices. In the summer, kids need to be kids. Some work on the Christmas tree ranches and have jobs, some kids are playing summer football and basketball. The main thing about summer baseball is playing a lot of games, having fun and continuing to get better as a program.”
The Rangers summer league baseball team will play Horizon Christian at home today, June 16, beginning at 6 p.m. On Friday, they will face off against the Gladstone Gladiators on the road. On Saturday, the Rangers will play a double header against Molalla at home, beginning at noon, and host a game against La Salle on Monday, June 21, beginning at 6 p.m.
“Summer baseball is very common among most high school programs,” Carpenter said. “In my opinion, this is where you actually get better. In the spring season, there’s a lot of focus on reaching the playoffs and trying to get to the top. Summer league baseball gives the kids the opportunity to relax a little, see how they perform in certain situations and see where they are going to excel. Just about every successful high school baseball program plays summer baseball now.”
All summer league games are free of charge, and the Rangers concession stand will be open during home games.
Rangers End Season With Momentum
The Estacada Rangers finish the final stretch of league play on a positive note. "There were many positive improvement that happened through the course of season." Said first year Head Coach Ryan Carpenter. "We took a very young group of athletes and instilled basic fundamentals and together we learned to compete in a very tough 4A league.
The Rangers finish 3-13 in league play but many goals were accomplished within the confines of the season. The Rangers won their first league game since the 2007 season. and they won their first series beating Molalla 2 of 3 games which is the first series victory since 2004. "It was a great feeling to get the skunk of the boat" Said Pitching Coach Jack Flitcraft, "We still have much improvement to make, but we believe the players have bought in to the new coaching philosophies and we will continue to improve as long as we continue to stick to our goals; which is to become better baseball players everyday."
The Estacada Baseball program has seen a lot of changes this year. The Baseball field recieved a serious face lift with 2 brand new dugouts, new storage, and a brand new 40 feet high net backstop. This summer the facilities will continue to improve as the outfield will be removed, leveled, and reseeded. The program also hopes to install a new irrigation system as well to keep the grass green all year long.
Just because the season is over does not mean the games stop. This year the Rangers have 30 schedule games over the summer. Come check out the Rangers in action under the hot sun. For information about Estacada Summer Baseball click the link for all Ranger Baseball information
The Rangers finish 3-13 in league play but many goals were accomplished within the confines of the season. The Rangers won their first league game since the 2007 season. and they won their first series beating Molalla 2 of 3 games which is the first series victory since 2004. "It was a great feeling to get the skunk of the boat" Said Pitching Coach Jack Flitcraft, "We still have much improvement to make, but we believe the players have bought in to the new coaching philosophies and we will continue to improve as long as we continue to stick to our goals; which is to become better baseball players everyday."
The Estacada Baseball program has seen a lot of changes this year. The Baseball field recieved a serious face lift with 2 brand new dugouts, new storage, and a brand new 40 feet high net backstop. This summer the facilities will continue to improve as the outfield will be removed, leveled, and reseeded. The program also hopes to install a new irrigation system as well to keep the grass green all year long.
Just because the season is over does not mean the games stop. This year the Rangers have 30 schedule games over the summer. Come check out the Rangers in action under the hot sun. For information about Estacada Summer Baseball click the link for all Ranger Baseball information
Rangers Beat North Marion!!!!
April 14th the Estacada Ranger baseball team beat North Marion 7-6. It is the first league win for Estacada in 3 years.
Sophomore Travis Babikoff pitched a great game going 6 2/3 and striking out 5 batters. Junior Jacob Layton helped with 3 hits and hit the single that scored Junior Bryan Gongora for the go ahead run.
The Rangers host Stayton at Estacada on Friday at 4:30pm
Sophomore Travis Babikoff pitched a great game going 6 2/3 and striking out 5 batters. Junior Jacob Layton helped with 3 hits and hit the single that scored Junior Bryan Gongora for the go ahead run.
The Rangers host Stayton at Estacada on Friday at 4:30pm
Estacada Winter Hitting Camp Prepares Young Rangers
Over 30 "future" Estacada baseball players prepare for the upcoming little league season.
Click Here to read more about the Estacada Winter Hitting Camp!
Click Here to read more about the Estacada Winter Hitting Camp!
Baseball Oranges Fundraiser a Big Success!
The Estacada baseball program just completed its only fundraiser just last week. The players were expected to sell 20lb boxes of oranges from Southern California. "The team did a great job for the first year." said head coach Ryan Carpenter. "I would like to make this a baseball tradition and I hope as we stay consistent with this fundraiser that we can sell more boxes every year."
The Estacada Baseball team sold over 200 boxes of oranges and 25 boxes of grapefruits. This hard work earned over $3,000 profit for the baseball program. "This is a great money making fundraiser and we will apply the money towards things we desperately need to rebuild and update our program."
The Estacada Baseball team sold over 200 boxes of oranges and 25 boxes of grapefruits. This hard work earned over $3,000 profit for the baseball program. "This is a great money making fundraiser and we will apply the money towards things we desperately need to rebuild and update our program."
New Dugout Renovation Under Way
Rebuilding our dugouts is one of our major goals we hope to accomplish before the upcoming season. The current dugouts are close to 30 years old and have many complications with them. The roofs are leaking and collect rain and mud inside the actual dugout itself. This mud has caused the drains to clog and create puddles inside. There are also sharp rusty nails sticking out of the roof as well. But the biggest concern is the fact that these old dugouts are so hidden and broke down that it has become infested with drug use and
cigarette butts. I feel that improving these dugouts will make it harder for after hours use as well as create pride for our fields.
This project will raise the dugouts 2 feet to bring the structure level with the playing field and build a new storage unit on the side to safely store all of our valuable gear. Completing this goal would provide a safe and secure place for our uniforms and equipment. These dugouts will also provide safe shelter from the weather.
cigarette butts. I feel that improving these dugouts will make it harder for after hours use as well as create pride for our fields.
This project will raise the dugouts 2 feet to bring the structure level with the playing field and build a new storage unit on the side to safely store all of our valuable gear. Completing this goal would provide a safe and secure place for our uniforms and equipment. These dugouts will also provide safe shelter from the weather.
New Backstop on Varsity Field
Many changes are taking place this year on the Estacada High School baseball field. One of the first projects taking place is the removal of the old backstop.
“The old backstop was getting old and structurally unsafe.” Said Coach Carpenter. “It also was thick chain link which made it hard for spectators to see through and presented an eye soar on the field.”
The Plan is to place four 40 foot telephone poles donated by PGE. Netting donated by our local golf course will provide as the backstop. “This will give our spectators a better view of the game and maximize the curb appeal. But most importantly,” explained Coach Carpenter, “It will be a safe structure that will hopefully last us for years.”
The project will be finished in October
“The old backstop was getting old and structurally unsafe.” Said Coach Carpenter. “It also was thick chain link which made it hard for spectators to see through and presented an eye soar on the field.”
The Plan is to place four 40 foot telephone poles donated by PGE. Netting donated by our local golf course will provide as the backstop. “This will give our spectators a better view of the game and maximize the curb appeal. But most importantly,” explained Coach Carpenter, “It will be a safe structure that will hopefully last us for years.”
The project will be finished in October
*Project Rebuild*
One of the first objectives in our rebuilding process is to make much needed updates and improvements on our baseball field. check the link project rebuild