Hounds Victory Under Protest

The Hounds' most recent victory on April 14th is under protest. Seems the other team is whining about the conditions of the field and the umpire. Needless to say Hounds management is fighting this protest tooth and nail.

We eagerly anticipate the league's ruling...

Hounds Win! Hounds Win!

For our 2nd game of the season, the Hounds headed to Murray Bergtraum's Verizon Field. Once again Mother Nature threw a monkey wrench in our plans. It looked for a moment as if the game would not get played, but after a conference between the ump and the grounds crew, it was "Play Ball!"

Our opponents were a team called the Rams, and they gave us a good fight. They took the lead early and made the plays they needed to make. The Hounds were down 4-1 heading into the bottom of the third. We then mounted a furious comeback, led by crucial hits from Cindy, Juiena, and Amy. Wink blasted a game-tying three run home run. Mega came in the game in relief and pitched masterfully. Heading into the bottom of the 4th, we were down 5-4 and the ump told us these were our last licks. 

Push got a big hit and after a fielder's choice, it was cleanup hitter Justin's turn at bat. He hit a wicked, spinning ball down the right field line , and once it got past the right fielder, we all knew that victory was ours. A game-winning 2-run home run by J-Hizzle seals it, Hounds win 6-5.

Opening Day: Hounds Roll, 24-4

After much anticipation, opening day finally arrived for the Hounds and it could not have come too soon. We were all chomping at the bit to play our first game. Unfortunately, Mother Nature was uncooperative and we had to play in a steady rain.

Our opponents, a team called Scared Hitless, seemed to be hesitant to play, so their name was very appropriate. Once we finally got underway, the Hounds scored early and often. The offense was led by home runs from Josh and George, but the production was spread around. Defensively, the standout among many solid players was Pushpita, who made a couple of dazzling, run-saving catches in the outfield. Mega pitched a great game and went the distance. Overall, a very solid effort by the Hounds. There are some areas that need improvement though if we are to contend for the title. Good thing we have plenty of time to work out the kinks.

One highlight of this game was the umpire, Terry, who did his job very well and with great spirit. If we're lucky, he'll work more of our games this season. Final Score: 24-4.

Hounds Officially Registered for Zog Spring League 2009

Danny & Margaret Voted Team MVPs

Congratulations to Margaret and Danny for being voted 2008 Fall Season MVPs.

Hounds Win Best Team Spirit Award and $100.00 for Make-A-Wish

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The league recently informed me that our team won the Best Team Spirit Award for this season, along with a $100.00 donation to the Make-A-Wish Foundation of America.

Anyone that was in our dugout this season knows that our team is certainly deserving of this award. We always supported each other and never got too down. The awards were voted on by all the teams in the league so someone else must have taken notice.

So cheers to you Hounds for having that great team spirit and for helping out Make-A-Wish!

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Semi-Final: Hounds lose 7-6; season over

The Hounds lost tonight in their semi-final playoff game 7-6. The game was at Riverbank State Park, where we had been 2–0 coming in. Things started out great as we took a 5–2 lead early. However, it would not be enough as our opponents (Foul Balls) chipped away and eventually won it in their last at–bat.

Even though our season is over, we Hounds should hold our heads high because we played some great ball this season and stayed classy all the way through. We know we have to improve our fundamentals heading into the off–season if we are to improve on this season.