2018 Preview Guide

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2018 PREVIEW GUIDE

Team Name: University of Arizona

Mascot: Wildcats

Location: Tucson, AZ

Captain(s)/Coach(s): Capitans: Mateo Orozco, Mike Kistler, Blake Saltsman, and Domenick Sarlitto

Coaches: Frank Camera and Jake Loveridge

2016-17 Performance: • Record: 10-13 • Final Conference Ranking/World Series Results: 4th/ N/A • Notables: N/A

Number of Returning Players (Include conference/league award winners): 14 Returning Players

2017 Award Winners: Nic Gillies (3rd Team Southern Pacific All-Region) Mateo Orozco (3rd Team Southern Pacific All-Region)

Players to Watch: Mike Kistler, Jason Schoen, Chris Kouris, Nic Gillies, Mateo Orozco, and Christian Solinksi

New additions:

Kyle Della Giustina, Andrew Gielas, Corbin Hoffman, Aaron Kocourek, Adrian Martinez, Peter Robertson, Jake Romo, Niko Salvatore, Christian Solinski, Dylan Tarpening, and Connor Van Brocklin

Biggest Rival: Arizona State University

Best Player Nickname: Chris "The Muscle Hamster" Kouris

2018 Season Outlook: After a rebuilding year, we look to use our blend of talented freshman and experienced returners to lead us to NCBA postseason play. We have one goal: Holly Springs. It is time to make some noise.

Manager Quote: "We're all put here for a reason. And one little movement changes everything. This team is that movement." - Coach Jake Loveridge

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Team Name: UC San Diego

Mascot: Tritons

Location: La Jolla, CA

Captain(s)/Coach(s): Jordan Kassem Seamus Beyerle Hunter Woodruff Gerardo Plascencia

2016-17 Performance: ● Record: 9-9 ● Final Conference Ranking/World Series Results: 3rd in So Pac ● Notables: 5-1 in last 6 games of the season

Number of Returning Players (Include conference/league award winners): 18

Players to Watch: Seamus Beyerle (C, 1B) Junior Hunter Woodruff (OF, 1B) Sophomore Alec Lopez (3B) Senior Shane Aldas (P) Senior Yousef Koutnik (P) Senior Ray Young (P) Sophomore

New additions: Jacob Springman (3B, OF) Sophomore Bryan Ortiz (MI) Senior Brenden Volker (1B) Freshman Michael Solorio (P, 1B) Sophomore Ben Rogness (OF) Senior Ryan Kochis (MI, 2B) Freshman Brandon Ortega (OF) Sophomore Joey Flores (1B, 3B) Sophomore Joshua Fonseca (C) Freshman Gabriel Mateus (OF) Sophomore Christian Powell (3B, P) Freshman David Gomez (OF, P) Sophomore

Biggest Rival: ASU

Best Player Nickname:

2018 Season Outlook: With 7 returning starters, a talented group of new additions, and a deep pitching staff, the Tritons are prepared to make a run for the SoPac title.

Manager Quote: ”Our pitching staff will give us a chance to win every game. With two returning aces and plenty of reliable arms, I’m confident in our ability to compete from start to finish. We’re also excited about some new hitters that we picked up in our most recent recruiting period.”

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Team Name: UC Santa Barbara

Mascot: Gauchos

Location: Isla Vista, CA

Captain(s)/Coach(s): Jack Coupart, Dylan Marshall, Cameron Yackly

2016-17 Performance: • Record: Overall 18-5; Conference 12-3 • Final Conference Ranking/World Series Results: Finished 2017 season 2nd place in the SoPac West, getting a regional at-large bid and coming within a single win of making the 2017 NCBA World Series. • Notables: Finished ranked #10 in NCBA D1, Eliminated rival Cal Poly in SoPac Regional Semi-final, 7 players garnering All-Region honors, Wins against #3 UNR, #6 Utah State, Arizona State

Number of Returning Players (Include conference/league award winners): 18 returning players, including: 1st Team All-SoPac: OF Chris Phelps, C Jack Coupart… 2nd Team All-SoPac: LF Josh Garcia, CF Cameron Yackly

Players to Watch: P Kevin Victoia, P/OF Michael Viola, OF Josh Harris, IF Thomas Zlatic, P Jonathon Maat

New additions: Aaron Pado, Michael Viola, Josh Harris, Nick Heimbrodt, Nathan Jones, Noah Kizirian, Jonathon Maat, Laurence Palmer, Jesus Carranza, Alex Peppard

Biggest Rival: Cal Poly

Best Player Nickname: Cameron "The Trashman" Yackly

2018 Season Outlook: After kicking off the 2018 season by winning the Henderson Fall Tournament, The Gauchos look to build on the momentum and push their way to a 2018 NCBA World Series Win.

Manager Quote: "This team is hungry, tight-knit, and motivated to win. World Series or bust."

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Team Name: UCLA Club Baseball

Mascot: Bruins

Location: Los Angles, CA

Captain(s)/Coach(s): Head Coach: Mitchell Barnes-Wallace; Assistant Coach: Chris Kang Captain: Keegan Hawkins

2016-17 Performance (LAST SEASON): • 2016-2017 Season Record: 5-11 • Final Conference Ranking/World Series Results: 4th • Notables: Fullerton Fall Tournament Runner-up

Fall 2017 Performance (If applicable to your team) • 2017 Fall Record (NCBA Conference & Non-Conference Games Only): N/A • Notables: Fullerton Fall Tournamnet Champions

Number of Returning Players (Include conference/league award winners): 17

Players to Watch: Keval Ramanathan (P, Sr.) Troy Starkey (OF, Sr.) Danny McElaney (1B/P, Sr.) Craig Young (INF, Sr.) Mark Betzen (P/3B, Sr.) Keegan Hawkins (OF/P, Sr.) Austin Garbe (INF, Jr.) Marcus Min (OF, Jr.) Jon Jelinski (OF/2B/P, Jr.) Caleb Lew (3B/P, Jr.) Eric Samson (2B/3B, Jr.) Ben Hutchins (OF, Jr.) Chris Estrella (UTL, Jr.) Ani Shankar (OF/P, So.) Jordan Pluchar (P, So.) Troy Adler (P, So.) Nick Navejas (INF, So.)

New additions: Ryan Wi (OF, Sr.) Lawrence Han (C, So.) Albert Han (1B/3B, So.) Domineco Chico (OF/P, So.) Jack Van Boening (P, Fr.) Jaksen Wilson (OF, Fr.) Max Sivolella (INF, Fr.) Jacob Samuels (P, Fr.) Ben Woods (C, Fr.)

Biggest Rival: Cal Poly, SLO

Best Player Nickname: Eric "BDR" Samson, Jack "Zamboni" Van Boening, Chris "Star" Estrella

2017-2018 Season Outlook: The Bruins look to bounce back in 2018 and compete for a SoPac West title. Despite losing strong senior leadership from Chasen Novak (P) and Kenny Pyle (OF, SoPac All-2st Team), the Bruins are returning a group lead by a talented core of seniors and juniors. UCLA has a dangerous lineup 1-9; look for them to combine their timely hitting with an experienced defesne and a formidalbe pitching staff. After winning the Fall Fullerton Tournament, the Bruins look to carry momentum into the spring and make a run for the SoPac West title. Under senior leadership from Keval Ramanathan, Troy Starkey, Danny McElany, Keegan Hawkins, Mark Betzen, and Craig Young, expect UCLA to be the team to beat in the SoPac.

Manager Quote: "The legs feed the wolves"

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Team Name: UC Davis Yolos

Mascot: Aggie

Location: Davis California

Captain(s)/Coach(s): Scott Cranny/ Michael Green Captains: Everardo Valdez, Daniel Weatrowski, Victor Mungary

2016-17 Performance: • Record: 12-6 • Final Conference Ranking/World Series Results: 2nd • Notables: Scott Cranny, Daniel Weatrowski

Number of Returning Players (Include conference/league award winners): 10 Returners Scott Cranny (2nd Team All Region , 2nd Team All American 2016-2017

Players to Watch: Daniel Weatrowski, Scott Cranny, Everardo Valdez, Randall Post, Daniel Harte

New additions: Randall Post, Joe Mueller, Adam Freed, Adam Ike, Daniel Harte, Ian Mcdonald, Omar Valdez, Ryan Vo, Rober Stemrich, Hayato Furuya, Peter Hoge

Biggest Rival: University of Nevada Reno

Best Player Nickname: Scotty

2018 Season Outlook: We will be in contention this year. Our first three series against Cal Poly, UCSB, and Oregon State are BIG series which will prove that the Yolo's are here to compete and to win. With a diverse set of individuals are team has many skills which will lead to future success.

Manager Quote: This year is starting off strong with a bunch of strong new players. The team is looking stronger than ever with a diverse set of players. We are looking to make a push to the postseason and our hard work will make this a possibility.

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Team Name: Noma Baseball Club

Mascot: Seawolves

Location: Rohnert Park

Captain(s)/Coach(s): Zack Pace (President/Captain), Daniel Frieburg (Captain), Sean MacDuffee (Captain).

2016-17 Performance: • Record: 13-7 • Final Conference Ranking/World Series Results: 10-5 • Notables: Swept Stanford, Swept St. Mary's

Number of Returning Players (Include conference/league award winners): 15 of 30 players are returners

Players to Watch: Sean MacDuffee (last season), Gabe Marchand, Jimmy Torosian, Zack Pace, Nick Mogannam, Nick Beckner.

New additions: 15 new faces

Biggest Rival: Nevada

Best Player Nickname: Zack (Pesos) Pace

2018 Season Outlook: Well rounded team who dedicate lots of time to fine tuning.

Manager Quote: "After a huge lose of key members of the club team, we are hungry to begin the next season on a good foot."

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Team Name: University of San Diego

Mascot: Terero

Location: San Diego

Captain(s)/Coach(s): Tom Novick/Chirstian Alemeida/Justin Braun

2016-17 Performance: • Record: 7-10 • Final Conference Ranking/World Series Results: 5th • Notables: Mason Vacaro's Perfect Sitter vs. ASU

Number of Returning Players (Include conference/league award winners): 15

Players to Watch: Izak Zendejas, Christian Alemeida, Justin Braun, Tom Novick, Brady O'Neil, Riley Hamel, Doug Horn, Michael McGaw, Grant Hill.

New additions: Brady O'Neil, Grant Hill, Scott Spinali, Destin Altman, Eric Nacht, Henry Jones, JP Villegas, Stephen Savino.

Biggest Rival: UCSD

Best Player Nickname: GOOOOOMEZ

2018 Season Outlook: 'Ship

Manager Quote: "We're on to ASU."

Team Name: University of Nevada, Reno

Mascot: Wolfpack

Location: Reno, Nevada

Captain(s)/Coach(s): Joe Muller (coach), Tyler Long (coach), Dom Zanotto (President)

2016-17 Performance: • Record: 22-10 (12-3 in conference) • Final Conference Ranking/World Series Results: Third in the Nation • Notables: Defeating strong Utah State team, very close game against 2nd place UCF in the World Series in 2017

Number of Returning Players (Include conference/league award winners): 21, with almost all starters returning, with the exception of starting second baseman, starting first baseman, and game 2 catcher

Players to Watch: Travis Roberts, 2016 NCBA MVP and constant first team conference starter, this is the single best baseball player that anyone on this team has ever played with, between his clutch factor and on-field leadership, there’s no one on earth we would rather play with and hate to play against; John Kelly, main relief shutdown pitcher is will be coming to a starting spot this year; Matt Sherman, star third baseman is back this year, healthy and performing strong in the preseason; Phil Garcia, starting pitcher and incredible CG performer; Clayton Nodal, incredibly accurate and passionate pitcher that is as reliable as any other pitcher, period; Dom Zanotto, the single fastest center field that I have ever played with, and with a surprisingly powerful arm that can throw out any aggressive runner; Drew Gettler, a fantastic closing pitcher that can be relied upon to put a game on his shoulders and perform, we are excited to have him back and healthy again this year; Joe Butcoff, last year’s utility infielder brings his incredible defensive game to the starting second-base spot this year; Logan Quick, who had to take a year off from his position as our number one reliever in order to serve the university, comes back with more velocity and zeal than ever; Nick Trujillo, one of the best pitchers that the NCBA has seen, has returned with more passion and accuracy than ever before; Zach Trujillo, the hugely powerful first baseman and relief pitcher, comes back with his great energy and want to make this team better in any way he possibly can; Nick Peery, one of the most surprising players that came out of our season last year, this team realized that he could be relied upon in a clutch situation, to make the bing play when the game is on the line; Ryllen Abeshima, the starting catcher and toughest person on this team, when this team needs someone to keep the calm and bring a cool head to a high-tension game, this is the player we know we can turn to; Tyler Showen, the player that we want on the bases at any given time, because he can and will make things happen that very few players could ever do; Keeton Cahill, a great presence to have on this team, on and off the field, someone that we know we can rely on for leadership and intelligence in any situation, regardless of context; Emile Guzman, the single most passionate player that anyone of this team has ever played with, he always has something to contribute during team meetings, and is always the first to explain something relating to baseball IQ or fundamentals; Aaron Squires, who we can always count on in order to get our team going from anywhere on the field, and as he transitions to the infield, we get a better idea of how reliable and truly valuable this man is.

New additions: Adrian Gonzales, great defensive player and solid relief pitcher, performed well in the preseason; Jack Wason, incredibly reliable pitcher and great utility infielder, great on the bases as well; Lawrence Reese, fantastic pitcher that touches some of the fastest velocity that the NCBA has likely seen with offspeed that could fool minor league players; Thomas Kervick, power hitting left fielder, our best hitter in the preseason; Cameron Hollabaugh, hard-working first baseman and outfielder, as well as relief pitcher that we know we can rely on in any clutch situation.

Biggest Rival: UC Davis and Sonoma State

Best Player Nickname: “Truckee” (Cameron Hollabaugh), “Hollywood” (Travis Roberts)

2018 Season Outlook: We are as strong as we could possibly be going into a new season, and this year we have a chip on our shoulder, as we want to get back to North Carolina in order to show what we can do with this incredibly strong freshman class coupled with our returning leaders. Our pitching this year is expected to be lights-out.

Manager Quote: "Perfect effort! The legacy of this team is only just beginning. We love to play with a target on our backs and live life between each foul line. Bell Yeah!" - Joe Muller

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Team Name: Northern Arizona University

Mascot: Lumberjacks

Location: Flagstaff, Arizona

Captain(s)/Coach(s): David Lucia, Ryan Munoz

2016-17 Performance: ● Record: 10-17 ● Final Conference Ranking/World Series Results: N/A ● Notables: N/A

Number of Returning Players (Include conference/league award winners): 10 returners (including 3 All-Region Players)

Players to Watch: Dominic Bravo (SS), Kenyon Rowley (1B), Marco Cotto (3B), Ryan Munoz (1B,3B), Austin Reeves (CF), Parker Maxwell (P), Tanner Bradford (P), David Lucia (P), Tyler Julle (P), Drew Runyan (P).

New additions: Chris Palmese (P), Abe Ortiz (2B, SS), Nick Santana (2B), Alec Runyan (SS,P), Josh Caputo (C), Kevin Joyce (DH,P), Caleb Boyett (OF), Justin O’Connor (3B), Cameron Gilluly (C), Trestan Nakamura (OF), Carson Okada (P).

Biggest Rival: Arizona State University

Best Player Nickname: Ryan “Scoops” Munoz

2018 Season Outlook: After having a disappointing 2017 season, the Jacks look to make a comeback this season as an underdog.They are ready to bring back the competitiveness and bring a conference title to Flagstaff again.

Manager Quote: N/A

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Team Name: Long Beach State Club Baseball

Mascot: 49ers

Location: Long Beach, CA

Captain(s)/Coach(s): Jorge Bernal

2016-17 Performance: • Record: 5-15 • Final Conference Ranking/World Series Results: N/A • Notables: N/A

Number of Returning Players (Include conference/league award winners): 5

Players to Watch: Juan Molina, Jorge Bernal, Frankie Murillo, Nathan Marquez, Tommy Lyons

New additions: Tommy Lyons, Frankie Murillo

Biggest Rival: Fullerton

Best Player Nickname: Squid

2018 Season Outlook: Look out for more wins both in conference and non conference games. Added more games against surrounding teams such as CMU and UCI Club Baseball.

Manager Quote: "If you're not first you're last" -Ricky Bobby

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Team Name: Grand Canyon University

Mascot: Antelopes

Location: Phoenix, AZ

Captain(s)/Coach(s): Rich Warnol

2016-17 Performance (LAST SEASON): • 2016-2017 Season Record: 12-3 league record • Final Conference Ranking/World Series Results: 2nd in conference • Notables: Did not receive at large bid even though we were best team in our league.

Fall 2017 Performance (Should it be applicable) • 2017 Fall Record (NCBA Sanctioned Games Only): • Notables: Won Wildcat 12 team Invitation

Number of Returning Players (Include conference/league award winners): returning 15 players and added depth on mound and in the field. Jarrett McDonanld is our only returner the received recognition as 1st team all region pitcher.

Players to Watch: 15

New additions: Taylor Brooks, Reid Magnaghi, Matthew Dolewski, Ryan Van Meeteren, Josh Gainer, Austin Grijalva

Biggest Rival: ASU

Best Player Nickname: Brooksy

2017-2018 Season Outlook: With a 30 game schedule against Junior College and NCBA teams we are planning to play in the World Series Championship game with our veteran squad.

Manager Quote: "It had to happen"

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Team Name: California State University Fullerton Titans

Mascot: Titans

Location: Fullerton, California

Captain(s)/Coach(s): Coaches: Andrew Del La Riva, Richard Manriquez Captains: Victor Sarmiento (President), Braden Jow (Vice President), Cody Molla

2016-17 Performance: • Record: Overall 9-10 Conference 8-7 • Final Conference Ranking/World Series Results: Finished 3/6 in SoPac West • Notables: Tied the team record for wins in club history. A huge bounce back season after finishing well below 500 in previous year. Swept UCLA

Number of Returning Players (Include conference/league award winners): 14 Returnters

Players to Watch: The entire team is full of talent and will compete!

New additions: Domminic Valencia, Jason Tedesco, Jacob Babbitt, Jonathan Hernandez, Matthew Williams, Daniel Pena, Brandon Quintero, Darren Benton, Kurtis Redman, Jesus Sandoval, Brett Mansell, Mike Gonzales, Julio Cervantes, Jake Mahoney

Biggest Rival: Long Beach State

Best Player Nickname: Big Sexy-Jonathan Hernandez

2018 Season Outlook: With a large group of returning players and a talented group of rookies, we look to be a dynamic team, combining solid production with player development we will compete to win the SoPac West conference. Coming off a strong fall season look for the Titans to earn their first NCBA playoff berth.

Manager Quote: We have a talented an experienced group of seniors who will lead this team through the season. Combined with the new additions this will be one of the more talented teams in club history.

If we can figure out how to put all the pieces together each game we will compete. As a group we have one goal and wont be denied with hard work, and perservarence. Watch out for the Titans this year. Balls Down GOOD!

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Team Name: Chico State Club Baseball

Mascot: Wildcats

Location: Chico, California

Captain(s)/Coach(s): JC Conrad-Coach

2016-17 Performance: • Record: 18-4 • Final Conference Ranking/World Series Results: 3rd place in District VIII • Notables: Zach Scott-NCBA Division 2 All-American/ AJ Cipolla-.360 AVG & Current Victoria Park Belmont Player in Perth, Australia

Number of Returning Players (Include conference/league award winners): 15 players from the Div. 2 VIII Conference

Players to Watch: Zach Scott (P), Andrew Banuelos (SS), Colby Chavez (INF/P)

New additions: Matt Stahli, Matt Butler, Camden Lougnet, Taylor LeTourneau, Gordy Papalias, Tyler Janowski, Tyler Pineda, Josh Meadows, Derek Rosedin, Tommy Vega, Drew Valez, Quentin Shy

Biggest Rival: University of Nevada, Reno

Best Player Nickname: Zach Scott-"Black Ice"

2018 Season Outlook: Looking to be the #1 team in our new Division 1 conference

Manager Quote: "If it's fair it's gone"

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Team Name: Cal Poly Club Baseball

Mascot: Mustang

Location: San Luis Obispo

Captain(s)/Coach(s): Coach Sean Packard

2016-17 Performance: • Record: 19 - 4 • Final Conference Ranking/World Series Results: 3 • Notables: Made it to regionals for second year in a row.

Number of Returning Players (Include conference/league award winners): 17 returners including Aj Velasquez and Jay Sterner.

Players to Watch: Anthony Velasquez and Jay Sterner

New additions: Drew McCarthy (starting pitcher)

Biggest Rival: UC Santa Barbara

Best Player Nickname: Jaret "T-Dub" Wedow

2018 Season Outlook: Looking to build off last years performance and take home the title.

Manager Quote: "We Live!"

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Team Name: Cal Bears

Mascot: Oski

Location: Berkeley,CA

Captain(s)/Coach(s): Luke Blanchard, Allen Colborn

2016-17 Performance: • Record: 6-12 • Final Conference Ranking/World Series Results: 4th in SoPac North • Notables: Chris Atkeson 2nd Team All Region

Number of Returning Players (Include conference/league award winners): 10 (0)

Players to Watch: Mark Scheble, Jackson Michalski, Connor Oswalt, Jeff Landes, Bryan Osorio

New additions: Mark Scheble, Connor Oswalt, Matt Mercier, Connor Lau, Matthew Arnst, Patrick Brown, Michael Fink, Shuichiro Hidaka

Biggest Rival: Stanford

Best Player Nickname: Thomas "Teddy" Yerxa

2018 Season Outlook: Looking to contend for a conference title with a run in the playoffs

Manager Quote: We have a lot of young talent this year and I’m looking forward to competing against the best

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Team Name: Arizona State University D1

Mascot: Sun Devils

Location: Tempe, AZ

Captain(s)/Coach(s): Head Coach: Matt Cavorsi Captains: Erik Kleine, Nick Serpe

2016-17 Performance: • Record: 19-6 • Final Conference Ranking/World Series Results: SoPac South Champions • Notables: 13-2 Conference Record

Number of Returning Players (Include conference/league award winners): 13 Nathaniel Ellingsen - SoPac 1st Team Dylan Hendrix - SoPac 2nd Team Mitch Frick - SoPac 3rd Team

Players to Watch: Everyone! We are solid throughout our rotation and lineup.

New additions: Ryan Frankel - Marymount California University Transfer

Max Hartgraves - University of Montana Billings Transfer

Josh Sulak - Northwood University Transfer

Tyler Byers, Matt Kothe, Jason Reynolds

Biggest Rival: GCU

Best Player Nickname: MT

2018 Season Outlook: Win it all.

Manager Quote: "One game at a time." JWB

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Team Name: St. Mary’s College of California Club Baseball

Mascot: Gaels

Location: Moraga

Captain(s)/Coach(s): Captains- Ryan Mitchell, Devin Payne, Ruben Diaz, Matthew Poncini

2016-17 Performance: ● Record: 4-12 ● Final Conference Ranking/World Series Results: 5th ● Notables: Beat Colorado State

Number of Returning Players (Include conference/league award winners): 14

Players to Watch: James Otto, Ruger Welty

New additions: Ishkhan Oganesyan, James Otto, numerous freshman, DJ Pfefferkorn

Biggest Rival: Cal Berkeley

Best Player Nickname: Seren-yes

2018 Season Outlook: New year, new start, new teammates for surprising those who doubt us

Manager Quote: “Winning isn’t everything, it’s everything. Though some live by this rule we just need to live by helping each other and having fun.” -Henry Rounds