Here are a few shots from tonight’s loss against the Turks…
Starting Pitcher Tyler Graskewicz
Second baseman Cory Kovanda
Head Coach Andy Chalot
Tony Caldwell at the plate
AJ Kirby Jones ready to take a hack
Robert Kral ready to go
Tony Caldwell stealing 2nd in a cloud of dust
Ryan Mathews swinging
That's where Ryan's swinging bunt ended up
Jose Rodriguez running in after a very good catch in left
Alex McClure swinging the lumber
Loyal Fans Mike, Tabitha, and Beverly
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Photo Credit WVU Sports Communications
Position: Outfield
School: West Virginia
Year: Sophomore
Major: Accounting
Hobbies/activities: Hanging out with my family and friends
Nickname: Dvo
Pre-game ritual: Get mentally prepared and say a prayer
What do you want to accomplish in Waynesboro this summer: win another championship.
Favorites:
Food: anything my mom cooks
Movie: the Sandlot, Shawshank Redemption
Pre-game music: anything on my ipod (country or rap)
MLB team: Cleveland indians
MLB player: Omar Vizquel and Grady Sizemore
TV show: Sports Center
Place to eat: Home
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As many fans may have noticed, the Waynesboro General caretakers have some exciting plans for the upcoming Valley League season. These plans include “2009 for 2009,” a speed gun game (with prizes for winners), and between-innings contests. Much more on these promotions later.
One of these plans, however, needs to be announced now. As a reunion of sorts, the Generals are inviting all former General players, coaches, and owners to come back to the ‘Boro on Sunday, June 7, for a home game against Staunton. The team wants to recognize as much of the history of the franchise as possible; this is step one in the process.
So from Denny Walling, Mike Lowell, Brandon Sizemore, to Kurt Davidson, Jim Critzer, Adam Liberatore, or Gabriel Saade, the team wants to hear from you! Please drop a line to the following email address, whether you can make it or not! (jleonardvbl(at)yahoo.com)
Fans, stay tuned!
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The Waynesboro Generals have pumped out some impressive talent over the years, and it looks like Kaleb Fleck has a chance to be included on the list of the best.
Fleck pitched very well in the ‘Boro last summer. He finished 1-2, 1.80, with 2 saves, an 0.920 WHIP, 1.1 BB/9, and 11.2 K/9 in 25 innings. He flashed a low-to-mid 90’s fastball, and Coach John Cullen feels he can throw even harder.
With an arm like that, it’s not surprising that the Cape Cod League should come calling, even if Kaleb pitches for Division II Pitt-Johnston.
In this article in the Tribune-Democrat (the Johnston paper), Kaleb’s pitching coach, Rick Roberts, says that Kaleb has an excellent shot to make it to the major leagues. He said, “The way he developed from last year to this year, it wouldn’t surprise me if he’s pitching on TV in two years. Kaleb works his butt off in the classroom, in the weight room. He does his stuff like a professional.”
Head coach Todd Williams echoed the sentiment: “I really feel this kid is going to make it the whole way. He’s phenomenal. His work ethic and the way he carries himself is what impresses me the most about Kaleb. He’s humble. He’s a quality student-athlete with a 3.7 GPA. He does it all.”
Waynesboro has played no small part in his development, according to Kaleb himself. “Going to Waynesboro last summer was the biggest thing that helped me,” Kaleb said. “It was a wooden bat league. I learned to pitch inside to batters. I used the whole plate. Pitching against players that are that good, you have to get better.”
Whether he “makes it” or not, there will be no lack of folks back in the ‘Boro rooting for Kaleb this summer and beyond. The whole General organization wishes you well. Keep firing those fastballs!
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As with Alex McClure a few weeks ago, here is installment #2 on future players for the 2009 Generals. Here is Kent State pitcher Brett Weibley!
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In breaking news, West Virginia righthander and former Waynesboro General Andy Altemus is returning to the team for another season!
Andy was a critical member of the General staff last season, as he went 7-2, 3.32, with a 1.323 WHIP, 2.2 BB/9, and 7.5 K/9 in 65 innings. So far for West Virginia this spring, Andy is 1-0, 3.62, with 2 saves, a 1.50 WHIP, 2.6 BB/9 and 6.6 K/9 in 27 1/3 innings. (Stats through April 9)
Keep up the good work, Andy, and we look forward to seeing you on the mound at Kate Collins soon!
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Former Waynesboro General Pete VandenBout (08) fired a gem of a complete game for West Virginia Tech and coach Lawrence Nesselrodt this afternoon. Head on over to Caretaker Jerry Carter’s new website– he blogged the game!
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Greg Meleski, current Randolph Macon and past Waynesboro General second baseman, played two days ago at Eastern Mennonite University. The Generals Newsroom was there to get some pictures of one of our own…
Greg ready for a grounder
Taking a hack- he singled on this swing
With teammate Kevin Davis
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A few days ago, we checked in with how a few 2008 Waynesboro Generals were faring thus far in the new college season. Let’s check in on a few more:
Daniel Bradshaw, Louisiana State: 0-0, 4.15, with 1 save, and 11 strikeouts in 8 2/3 innings.
Evan DePotter, Butler: Evan has appeared in only 3 games, totaling 3 1/3 innings.
Jared Dobbs, Tennessee Tech: 1-0, 6.75, over 2 starts and 8 innings.
Kaleb Fleck, Pitt-Johnstown: 2-0, 0.00- 9 shutout innings, with only one hit and one walk allowed!
Derek Hamblen, Belmont: 229/275/333 in 48 at-bats
Jeff Sinkiewicz, Butler: Jeff has thrown 5 innings thus far.
Greg Meleski, Randolph-Macon: 190/280/238 in only 21 at-bats so far
Andrew Scherer, West Virginia: has appeared in 2 games but has not batted.
Matt Sokolowski, Butler: 0-1, 5.40, 8 1/3 innings pitched
Ryne Simpson, Tennessee: has thrown 2 shutout innings
Daniel Wiltz, Tennessee: has appeared in 2 games, thrown 1 2/3 innings, 1 save
Rhett Stafford, Marshall: 231/375/231 in 13 at-bats
Ryan Adams, Elon: 500/500/750 in 4 at-bats; has also thrown 4 1/3 innings
Good luck, everyone!
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Snow notwithstanding, the college baseball season is well under way. Here is a small glimpe at a few college players who played in Waynesboro in 2008.
Quite a few of our guys are off to excellent starts!
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