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High School SportsJuly 10, 2011

2011 All-Missourian Boys Baseball Team

Members of the 2011 All-Missourian baseball team.

Laura Simon & Kristin Eberts
2011 All-Missourian baseball - Junior Cody Heisserer, Notre Dame Regional High School Season stats: Batting -- .389 avg., 4 HRs, 19 RBIs, 7 2Bs, 1 3B, 22 R, .681 slg.; Pitching -- 6-1, 1.55 ERA, 61 Ks, 16 BBs, 54 1/3 IP Best game during the season: Against Kennett because I hit a home run and pitched a shutout Best pitcher you faced this season: Adam Grantham of Kennett because he shut us out in the conference championship Would you rather hit a grand slam, make a run-saving diving catch or strike out the side: Hit a grand slam One word to describe you: Shy Favorite MLB team: Rangers Favorite MLB player: Jose Reyes On average, how many days a week do you play baseball during the summer: 5 Best way to spend a summer day: On the ball field Favorite holiday: Christmas Favorite city: St. Louis Most hated chore: Cleaning my room Person who taught you the most about baseball: My dad Favorite candy bar: Snickers Dream car: 2011 Mustang GT Photo by LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com
2011 All-Missourian baseball - Junior Cody Heisserer, Notre Dame Regional High School Season stats: Batting -- .389 avg., 4 HRs, 19 RBIs, 7 2Bs, 1 3B, 22 R, .681 slg.; Pitching -- 6-1, 1.55 ERA, 61 Ks, 16 BBs, 54 1/3 IP Best game during the season: Against Kennett because I hit a home run and pitched a shutout Best pitcher you faced this season: Adam Grantham of Kennett because he shut us out in the conference championship Would you rather hit a grand slam, make a run-saving diving catch or strike out the side: Hit a grand slam One word to describe you: Shy Favorite MLB team: Rangers Favorite MLB player: Jose Reyes On average, how many days a week do you play baseball during the summer: 5 Best way to spend a summer day: On the ball field Favorite holiday: Christmas Favorite city: St. Louis Most hated chore: Cleaning my room Person who taught you the most about baseball: My dad Favorite candy bar: Snickers Dream car: 2011 Mustang GT Photo by LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com
2011 All-Missourian Baseball - Senior Bobby Clark, Jackson High School Season stats: Batting -- .414 avg., 3 HRs, 14 RBIs, 11 2Bs, 17 R, .700 slg.; Pitching -- 2-2, 2.94 ERA, 33 Ks, 13 BBs, 31 IP Plans for next year: Play baseball at Southeast Missouri State and major in accounting Best game during the season: Against Kennett I went 3 for 4 with a home run and three RBIs Best pitcher you faced this season: Adam Grantham from Kennett Would you rather hit a grand slam, make a run-saving diving catch or strike out the side: Hit a grand slam One word to describe you: Sarcastic Favorite MLB team: Cardinals Favorite MLB player: Derek Jeter On average, how many days a week do you play baseball during the summer: 4 Best way to spend a summer day: Fishing Favorite holiday: Christmas Favorite city: Baltimore Most hated chore: Mowing the lawn Person who taught you the most about baseball: My dad Favorite candy bar: Snickers Dream car: 2011 Ford Super Duty Power Stroke Photo by KRISTIN EBERTS ~ keberts@semissourian.com
2011 All-Missourian Baseball - Senior Bobby Clark, Jackson High School Season stats: Batting -- .414 avg., 3 HRs, 14 RBIs, 11 2Bs, 17 R, .700 slg.; Pitching -- 2-2, 2.94 ERA, 33 Ks, 13 BBs, 31 IP Plans for next year: Play baseball at Southeast Missouri State and major in accounting Best game during the season: Against Kennett I went 3 for 4 with a home run and three RBIs Best pitcher you faced this season: Adam Grantham from Kennett Would you rather hit a grand slam, make a run-saving diving catch or strike out the side: Hit a grand slam One word to describe you: Sarcastic Favorite MLB team: Cardinals Favorite MLB player: Derek Jeter On average, how many days a week do you play baseball during the summer: 4 Best way to spend a summer day: Fishing Favorite holiday: Christmas Favorite city: Baltimore Most hated chore: Mowing the lawn Person who taught you the most about baseball: My dad Favorite candy bar: Snickers Dream car: 2011 Ford Super Duty Power Stroke Photo by KRISTIN EBERTS ~ keberts@semissourian.com
2011 All-Missourian Baseball - Sophomore Kody Moore, Oran High School Season stats: Batting -- .470 avg., 5 HRs, 29 RBIs, 43 R, 15 2Bs, .790 slg., .546 OBP; Pitching -- 5-2, 3.44 ERA, 40 Ks, 40 2/3 IP Best game during the season: Against Scott City because I got the win on the mound and four RBIs Best pitcher you faced this season: James Naile from Charleston because he had good offspeed and a quick fastball Would you rather hit a grand slam, make a run-saving diving catch or strike out the side: Hit a grand slam One word to describe you: Exciting Favorite MLB team: Cardinals Favorite MLB player: Hanley Ramirez On average, how many days a week do you play baseball during the summer: 4 Best way to spend a summer day: Golf Favorite holiday: Christmas Favorite city: New Hamburg Most hated chore: Dishes Person who taught you the most about baseball: Dad Favorite candy bar: Kit Kat Dream car: Ford F-250 Photo by KRISTIN EBERTS ~ keberts@semissourian.com
2011 All-Missourian Baseball - Sophomore Kody Moore, Oran High School Season stats: Batting -- .470 avg., 5 HRs, 29 RBIs, 43 R, 15 2Bs, .790 slg., .546 OBP; Pitching -- 5-2, 3.44 ERA, 40 Ks, 40 2/3 IP Best game during the season: Against Scott City because I got the win on the mound and four RBIs Best pitcher you faced this season: James Naile from Charleston because he had good offspeed and a quick fastball Would you rather hit a grand slam, make a run-saving diving catch or strike out the side: Hit a grand slam One word to describe you: Exciting Favorite MLB team: Cardinals Favorite MLB player: Hanley Ramirez On average, how many days a week do you play baseball during the summer: 4 Best way to spend a summer day: Golf Favorite holiday: Christmas Favorite city: New Hamburg Most hated chore: Dishes Person who taught you the most about baseball: Dad Favorite candy bar: Kit Kat Dream car: Ford F-250 Photo by KRISTIN EBERTS ~ keberts@semissourian.com
2011 All-Missourian Baseball - Sophomore Brett Dirnberger, Scott City High School Season stats: .515 avg., 3 HRs, 30 RBIs, 12 2Bs, 3 3Bs, 11 SBs Best game during the season: Against Poplar Bluff because I went 4 for 4 with a home run Best pitcher you faced this season: Garret Stockton from Twin Rivers Would you rather hit a grand slam, make a run-saving diving catch or strike out the side: A run-saving diving catch because it would be the hardest thing for me to do One word to describe you: Goofy Favorite MLB team: Cardinals Favorite MLB player: Lance Berkman On average, how many days a week do you play baseball during the summer: 5 Best way to spend a summer day: Fishing Favorite holiday: Christmas Favorite city: New Hamburg Most hated chore: Cleaning Person who taught you the most about baseball: Lance Amick Favorite candy bar: Twix Dream car: Jet black 2012 Chevy Silverado four-door 2,500 Photo by KRISTIN EBERTS ~ keberts@semissourian.com
2011 All-Missourian Baseball - Sophomore Brett Dirnberger, Scott City High School Season stats: .515 avg., 3 HRs, 30 RBIs, 12 2Bs, 3 3Bs, 11 SBs Best game during the season: Against Poplar Bluff because I went 4 for 4 with a home run Best pitcher you faced this season: Garret Stockton from Twin Rivers Would you rather hit a grand slam, make a run-saving diving catch or strike out the side: A run-saving diving catch because it would be the hardest thing for me to do One word to describe you: Goofy Favorite MLB team: Cardinals Favorite MLB player: Lance Berkman On average, how many days a week do you play baseball during the summer: 5 Best way to spend a summer day: Fishing Favorite holiday: Christmas Favorite city: New Hamburg Most hated chore: Cleaning Person who taught you the most about baseball: Lance Amick Favorite candy bar: Twix Dream car: Jet black 2012 Chevy Silverado four-door 2,500 Photo by KRISTIN EBERTS ~ keberts@semissourian.com
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com 2011 All-Missourian baseball - Tyler Heuring, Oran High School
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com 2011 All-Missourian baseball - Tyler Heuring, Oran High School
KRISTIN EBERTS ~ keberts@semissourian.com 2011 All-Missourian Baseball - Christian Cavaness, Cape Central High School
KRISTIN EBERTS ~ keberts@semissourian.com 2011 All-Missourian Baseball - Christian Cavaness, Cape Central High School
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com 2011 All-Missourian baseball - Cody Heisserer, Jake Dobbelare, Perryille High School
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com 2011 All-Missourian baseball - Cody Heisserer, Jake Dobbelare, Perryille High School
KRISTIN EBERTS ~ keberts@semissourian.com 2011 All-Missourian Baseball - Kody Moore, Oran High School
KRISTIN EBERTS ~ keberts@semissourian.com 2011 All-Missourian Baseball - Kody Moore, Oran High School
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com 2011 All-Missourian baseball - Cody Heisserer, Jake Dobbelare, Perryille High School
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com 2011 All-Missourian baseball - Cody Heisserer, Jake Dobbelare, Perryille High School
KRISTIN EBERTS ~ keberts@semissourian.com 2011 All-Missourian Baseball - Bobby Clark, Jackson High School
KRISTIN EBERTS ~ keberts@semissourian.com 2011 All-Missourian Baseball - Bobby Clark, Jackson High School
KRISTIN EBERTS ~ keberts@semissourian.com 2011 All-Missourian Baseball - Brett Dirnberger, Scott City High School
KRISTIN EBERTS ~ keberts@semissourian.com 2011 All-Missourian Baseball - Brett Dirnberger, Scott City High School
2011 All-Missourian baseball - Junior Jake Dobbelare, Perryille High School Season stats: Batting -- .473 avg., 1 HR, 25 RBIs, 7 2Bs, 10 R, 4 SBs; Pitching -- 6-2, 4.12 ERA, 30 Ks, 22 BBs, 39 1/3 IP Best game during the season: Against Notre Dame in districts because I pitched on one day of rest Best pitcher you faced this season: Zach McDowell from Jackson Would you rather hit a grand slam, make a run-saving diving catch or strike out the side: Hit a grand slam One word to describe you: Tall Favorite MLB team: Cardinals Favorite MLB player: Tim Lincecum On average, how many days a week do you play baseball during the summer: 5 Best way to spend a summer day: In the pool Favorite holiday: Christmas Favorite city: Fayetteville, Ark. Most hated chore: Mowing Person who taught you the most about baseball: Dad Favorite candy bar: Hershey's Dream car: 1969 Chevelle LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com
2011 All-Missourian baseball - Junior Jake Dobbelare, Perryille High School Season stats: Batting -- .473 avg., 1 HR, 25 RBIs, 7 2Bs, 10 R, 4 SBs; Pitching -- 6-2, 4.12 ERA, 30 Ks, 22 BBs, 39 1/3 IP Best game during the season: Against Notre Dame in districts because I pitched on one day of rest Best pitcher you faced this season: Zach McDowell from Jackson Would you rather hit a grand slam, make a run-saving diving catch or strike out the side: Hit a grand slam One word to describe you: Tall Favorite MLB team: Cardinals Favorite MLB player: Tim Lincecum On average, how many days a week do you play baseball during the summer: 5 Best way to spend a summer day: In the pool Favorite holiday: Christmas Favorite city: Fayetteville, Ark. Most hated chore: Mowing Person who taught you the most about baseball: Dad Favorite candy bar: Hershey's Dream car: 1969 Chevelle LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com 2011 All-Missourian baseball - Ross Moldenhauer, Perryville High School
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com 2011 All-Missourian baseball - Ross Moldenhauer, Perryville High School
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com 2011 All-Missourian baseball - Alex Davie, Chaffee High School
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com 2011 All-Missourian baseball - Alex Davie, Chaffee High School
KRISTIN EBERTS ~ keberts@semissourian.com 2011 All-Missourian Baseball - Christian Cavaness, Cape Central High School
KRISTIN EBERTS ~ keberts@semissourian.com 2011 All-Missourian Baseball - Christian Cavaness, Cape Central High School
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com 2011 All-Missourian baseball - Brett Thomas, Oak Ridge High School
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com 2011 All-Missourian baseball - Brett Thomas, Oak Ridge High School
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com 2011 All-Missourian baseball - Cody Heisserer, Notre Dame Regional High School
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com 2011 All-Missourian baseball - Cody Heisserer, Notre Dame Regional High School
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com 2011 All-Missourian baseball - Spencer Sander, Saxony Lutheran High School
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com 2011 All-Missourian baseball - Spencer Sander, Saxony Lutheran High School
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com 2011 All-Missourian baseball - Ross Moldenhauer, Perryville High School
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com 2011 All-Missourian baseball - Ross Moldenhauer, Perryville High School
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com 2011 All-Missourian baseball - Alex Davie, Chaffee High School
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com 2011 All-Missourian baseball - Alex Davie, Chaffee High School
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com 2011 All-Missourian baseball - Neil Johnson, Woodland High School
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com 2011 All-Missourian baseball - Neil Johnson, Woodland High School
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com 2011 All-Missourian baseball - Brett Thomas, Oak Ridge High School
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com 2011 All-Missourian baseball - Brett Thomas, Oak Ridge High School
2011 All-Missourian baseball - Senior Tyler Heuring, Oran High School Season stats: .453 avg., 6 HRs, 40 RBIs, 39 R, 3 2Bs, 1 3B, .721 slg., .550 OBP Plans for next year: Attend Three Rivers Community College Best game during the season: Sectional game against Naylor because I went 4 for 5 with two home runs and it was my last home game Best pitcher you faced this season: James Naile from Charleston because he could throw hard and had good offspeed Would you rather hit a grand slam, make a run-saving diving catch or strike out the side: Hit a grand slam One word to describe you: Hardworking Favorite MLB team: Cardinals Favorite MLB player: Alex Rodriguez On average, how many days a week do you play baseball during the summer: 5 Best way to spend a summer day: Playing baseball Favorite holiday: New Year's Eve Favorite city: St. Louis Most hated chore: Doing dishes Person who taught you the most about baseball: Mitch Wood Favorite candy bar: Snickers Photo by LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com
2011 All-Missourian baseball - Senior Tyler Heuring, Oran High School Season stats: .453 avg., 6 HRs, 40 RBIs, 39 R, 3 2Bs, 1 3B, .721 slg., .550 OBP Plans for next year: Attend Three Rivers Community College Best game during the season: Sectional game against Naylor because I went 4 for 5 with two home runs and it was my last home game Best pitcher you faced this season: James Naile from Charleston because he could throw hard and had good offspeed Would you rather hit a grand slam, make a run-saving diving catch or strike out the side: Hit a grand slam One word to describe you: Hardworking Favorite MLB team: Cardinals Favorite MLB player: Alex Rodriguez On average, how many days a week do you play baseball during the summer: 5 Best way to spend a summer day: Playing baseball Favorite holiday: New Year's Eve Favorite city: St. Louis Most hated chore: Doing dishes Person who taught you the most about baseball: Mitch Wood Favorite candy bar: Snickers Photo by LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com 2011 All-Missourian baseball - Cody Heisserer, Notre Dame Regional High School
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com 2011 All-Missourian baseball - Cody Heisserer, Notre Dame Regional High School
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com 2011 All-Missourian baseball - Spencer Sander, Saxony Lutheran High School
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com 2011 All-Missourian baseball - Spencer Sander, Saxony Lutheran High School
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com 2011 All-Missourian baseball - Brett Thomas, Oak Ridge High School
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com 2011 All-Missourian baseball - Brett Thomas, Oak Ridge High School
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com 2011 All-Missourian baseball - Alex Davie, Chaffee High School
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com 2011 All-Missourian baseball - Alex Davie, Chaffee High School
KRISTIN EBERTS ~ keberts@semissourian.com 2011 All-Missourian Baseball - Christian Cavaness, Cape Central High School
KRISTIN EBERTS ~ keberts@semissourian.com 2011 All-Missourian Baseball - Christian Cavaness, Cape Central High School
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com 2011 All-Missourian baseball - Cody Heisserer, Notre Dame Regional High School
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com 2011 All-Missourian baseball - Cody Heisserer, Notre Dame Regional High School
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com 2011 All-Missourian baseball - Alex Davie, Chaffee High School
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com 2011 All-Missourian baseball - Alex Davie, Chaffee High School
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com 2011 All-Missourian baseball - Neil Johnson, Woodland High School
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com 2011 All-Missourian baseball - Neil Johnson, Woodland High School
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com 2011 All-Missourian baseball - Spencer Sander, Saxony Lutheran High School
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com 2011 All-Missourian baseball - Spencer Sander, Saxony Lutheran High School
KRISTIN EBERTS ~ keberts@semissourian.com 2011 All-Missourian Baseball - Kody Moore, Oran High School
KRISTIN EBERTS ~ keberts@semissourian.com 2011 All-Missourian Baseball - Kody Moore, Oran High School
2011 All-Missourian baseball - Junior Alex Davie, Chaffee High School Season stats: Batting -- .329 avg., 1 HR, 23 RBIs, 12 2Bs, 1 3B, 15 R, .537 slg.; Pitching -- 6-2, 2.30 ERA, 56 Ks, 22 BBs, 45 2/3 IP Best game during the season: Against Bernie because the whole team played great Best pitcher you faced this season: Cody Heisserer because he's one of the most dominant pitchers in the area Would you rather hit a grand slam, make a run-saving diving catch or strike out the side: Hit a grand slam One word to describe you: Goofy Favorite MLB team: Cardinals Favorite MLB player: Matt Holliday On average, how many days a week do you play baseball during the summer: 3 Best way to spend a summer day: Playing ball Favorite holiday: Christmas Favorite city: St. Louis Most hated chore: Cleaning Person who taught you the most about baseball: My dad Favorite candy bar: Kit Kat Dream car: Shelby Mustang Photo by LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com
2011 All-Missourian baseball - Junior Alex Davie, Chaffee High School Season stats: Batting -- .329 avg., 1 HR, 23 RBIs, 12 2Bs, 1 3B, 15 R, .537 slg.; Pitching -- 6-2, 2.30 ERA, 56 Ks, 22 BBs, 45 2/3 IP Best game during the season: Against Bernie because the whole team played great Best pitcher you faced this season: Cody Heisserer because he's one of the most dominant pitchers in the area Would you rather hit a grand slam, make a run-saving diving catch or strike out the side: Hit a grand slam One word to describe you: Goofy Favorite MLB team: Cardinals Favorite MLB player: Matt Holliday On average, how many days a week do you play baseball during the summer: 3 Best way to spend a summer day: Playing ball Favorite holiday: Christmas Favorite city: St. Louis Most hated chore: Cleaning Person who taught you the most about baseball: My dad Favorite candy bar: Kit Kat Dream car: Shelby Mustang Photo by LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com 2011 All-Missourian baseball - Alex Davie, Chaffee High School
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com 2011 All-Missourian baseball - Alex Davie, Chaffee High School
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com 2011 All-Missourian baseball - Brett Thomas, Oak Ridge High School
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com 2011 All-Missourian baseball - Brett Thomas, Oak Ridge High School
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com 2011 All-Missourian baseball - Spencer Sander, Saxony Lutheran High School
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com 2011 All-Missourian baseball - Spencer Sander, Saxony Lutheran High School
KRISTIN EBERTS ~ keberts@semissourian.com 2011 All-Missourian Baseball - Brett Dirnberger, Scott City High School
KRISTIN EBERTS ~ keberts@semissourian.com 2011 All-Missourian Baseball - Brett Dirnberger, Scott City High School
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com 2011 All-Missourian baseball - Tyler Heuring, Oran High School
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com 2011 All-Missourian baseball - Tyler Heuring, Oran High School
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com 2011 All-Missourian baseball - Cody Heisserer, Notre Dame Regional High School
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com 2011 All-Missourian baseball - Cody Heisserer, Notre Dame Regional High School
KRISTIN EBERTS ~ keberts@semissourian.com 2011 All-Missourian Baseball - Brett Dirnberger, Scott City High School
KRISTIN EBERTS ~ keberts@semissourian.com 2011 All-Missourian Baseball - Brett Dirnberger, Scott City High School
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com 2011 All-Missourian baseball - Tyler Heuring, Oran High School
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com 2011 All-Missourian baseball - Tyler Heuring, Oran High School
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com 2011 All-Missourian baseball - Cody Heisserer, Jake Dobbelare, Perryille High School
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com 2011 All-Missourian baseball - Cody Heisserer, Jake Dobbelare, Perryille High School
KRISTIN EBERTS ~ keberts@semissourian.com 2011 All-Missourian Baseball - Kody Moore, Oran High School
KRISTIN EBERTS ~ keberts@semissourian.com 2011 All-Missourian Baseball - Kody Moore, Oran High School
2011 All-Missourian baseball - Senior Spencer Sander, Saxony Lutheran High School Season stats: .568 avg., 39 RBIs, 22 R, 10 2Bs, 2 3Bs, 5 SBs Plans for next year: Attend Concordia University Nebraska on a baseball scholarship Best game during the season: Against Century because I was 4 for 5 with 7 RBIs Best pitcher you faced this season: James Naile of Charleston because he throws hard and located his pitches well Would you rather hit a grand slam, make a run-saving diving catch or strike out the side: Hit a grand slam One word to describe you: Caring Favorite MLB team: Cardinals Favorite MLB player: Albert Pujols On average, how many days a week do you play baseball during the summer: 4 Best way to spend a summer day: Spending time with friends and family, playing baseball and going to my favorite restaurant, Buffalo Wild Wings Favorite holiday: Christmas because it's all about Jesus Favorite city: Denver to enjoy skiing Most hated chore: Washing dishes Person who taught you the most about baseball: My father Favorite candy bar: Nestle Crunch Dream car: Dodge Viper Photo by LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com
2011 All-Missourian baseball - Senior Spencer Sander, Saxony Lutheran High School Season stats: .568 avg., 39 RBIs, 22 R, 10 2Bs, 2 3Bs, 5 SBs Plans for next year: Attend Concordia University Nebraska on a baseball scholarship Best game during the season: Against Century because I was 4 for 5 with 7 RBIs Best pitcher you faced this season: James Naile of Charleston because he throws hard and located his pitches well Would you rather hit a grand slam, make a run-saving diving catch or strike out the side: Hit a grand slam One word to describe you: Caring Favorite MLB team: Cardinals Favorite MLB player: Albert Pujols On average, how many days a week do you play baseball during the summer: 4 Best way to spend a summer day: Spending time with friends and family, playing baseball and going to my favorite restaurant, Buffalo Wild Wings Favorite holiday: Christmas because it's all about Jesus Favorite city: Denver to enjoy skiing Most hated chore: Washing dishes Person who taught you the most about baseball: My father Favorite candy bar: Nestle Crunch Dream car: Dodge Viper Photo by LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com 2011 All-Missourian baseball - Ross Moldenhauer, Perryville High School
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com 2011 All-Missourian baseball - Ross Moldenhauer, Perryville High School
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com 2011 All-Missourian baseball - Tyler Heuring, Oran High School
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com 2011 All-Missourian baseball - Tyler Heuring, Oran High School
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com 2011 All-Missourian baseball - Ross Moldenhauer, Perryville High School
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com 2011 All-Missourian baseball - Ross Moldenhauer, Perryville High School
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com 2011 All-Missourian baseball - Cody Heisserer, Notre Dame Regional High School
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com 2011 All-Missourian baseball - Cody Heisserer, Notre Dame Regional High School
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com 2011 All-Missourian baseball - Neil Johnson, Woodland High School
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com 2011 All-Missourian baseball - Neil Johnson, Woodland High School
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com 2011 All-Missourian baseball - Cody Heisserer, Jake Dobbelare, Perryille High School
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com 2011 All-Missourian baseball - Cody Heisserer, Jake Dobbelare, Perryille High School
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com 2011 All-Missourian baseball - Alex Davie, Chaffee High School
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com 2011 All-Missourian baseball - Alex Davie, Chaffee High School
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com 2011 All-Missourian baseball - Ross Moldenhauer, Perryville High School
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com 2011 All-Missourian baseball - Ross Moldenhauer, Perryville High School
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com 2011 All-Missourian baseball - Alex Davie, Chaffee High School
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com 2011 All-Missourian baseball - Alex Davie, Chaffee High School
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com 2011 All-Missourian baseball - Cody Heisserer, Notre Dame Regional High School
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com 2011 All-Missourian baseball - Cody Heisserer, Notre Dame Regional High School
2011 All-Missourian baseball - Junior Ross Moldenhauer, Perryville High School Season stats: .522 avg., 2 HRs, 22 RBIs, 8 2Bs, 25 R, 12 SBs, .620 OBP Best game during the season: Against Notre Dame in the district tournament Best pitcher you faced this season: Zach McDowell from Jackson Would you rather hit a grand slam, make a run-saving diving catch or strike out the side: Hit a grand slam One word to describe you: Competitive Favorite MLB team: Cardinals Favorite MLB player: Albert Pujols On average, how many days a week do you play baseball during the summer: 4 Best way to spend a summer day: At the lake hanging out with friends and playing baseball Favorite holiday: Christmas Favorite city: Chicago Most hated chore: Dishes Person who taught you the most about baseball: Uncle Jeff Steffens Favorite candy bar: Snickers Dream car: Maserati Photo by LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com
2011 All-Missourian baseball - Junior Ross Moldenhauer, Perryville High School Season stats: .522 avg., 2 HRs, 22 RBIs, 8 2Bs, 25 R, 12 SBs, .620 OBP Best game during the season: Against Notre Dame in the district tournament Best pitcher you faced this season: Zach McDowell from Jackson Would you rather hit a grand slam, make a run-saving diving catch or strike out the side: Hit a grand slam One word to describe you: Competitive Favorite MLB team: Cardinals Favorite MLB player: Albert Pujols On average, how many days a week do you play baseball during the summer: 4 Best way to spend a summer day: At the lake hanging out with friends and playing baseball Favorite holiday: Christmas Favorite city: Chicago Most hated chore: Dishes Person who taught you the most about baseball: Uncle Jeff Steffens Favorite candy bar: Snickers Dream car: Maserati Photo by LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com 2011 All-Missourian baseball - Spencer Sander, Saxony Lutheran High School
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com 2011 All-Missourian baseball - Spencer Sander, Saxony Lutheran High School
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com 2011 All-Missourian baseball - Neil Johnson, Woodland High School
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com 2011 All-Missourian baseball - Neil Johnson, Woodland High School
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com 2011 All-Missourian baseball - Cody Heisserer, Jake Dobbelare, Perryille High School
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com 2011 All-Missourian baseball - Cody Heisserer, Jake Dobbelare, Perryille High School
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com 2011 All-Missourian baseball - Neil Johnson, Woodland High School
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com 2011 All-Missourian baseball - Neil Johnson, Woodland High School
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com 2011 All-Missourian baseball - Brett Thomas, Oak Ridge High School
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com 2011 All-Missourian baseball - Brett Thomas, Oak Ridge High School
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com 2011 All-Missourian baseball - Brett Thomas, Oak Ridge High School
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com 2011 All-Missourian baseball - Brett Thomas, Oak Ridge High School
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com 2011 All-Missourian baseball - Spencer Sander, Saxony Lutheran High School
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com 2011 All-Missourian baseball - Spencer Sander, Saxony Lutheran High School
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com 2011 All-Missourian baseball - Tyler Heuring, Oran High School
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com 2011 All-Missourian baseball - Tyler Heuring, Oran High School
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com 2011 All-Missourian baseball - Ross Moldenhauer, Perryville High School
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com 2011 All-Missourian baseball - Ross Moldenhauer, Perryville High School
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com 2011 All-Missourian baseball - Brett Thomas, Oak Ridge High School
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com 2011 All-Missourian baseball - Brett Thomas, Oak Ridge High School
2011 All-Missourian baseball - Senior Neil Johnson, Woodland High School Season stats: Batting -- .519 avg., 1 HR, 13 RBIs, 18 R, 6 2Bs, 9 SBs; Pitching -- 4-3, 3.56 ERA, 100 Ks, 44 BBs, 59 IP Plans for next year: Go to Three Rivers Community College and play baseball Best game during the season: Against Bell City because I pitched a good game Best pitcher you faced this season: Ian Householder of Kelly because he's a good left-handed pitcher Would you rather hit a grand slam, make a run-saving diving catch or strike out the side: Hit a grand slam One word to describe you: Competitive Favorite MLB team: Cardinals Favorite MLB player: Yadier Molina On average, how many days a week do you play baseball during the summer: 4 Best way to spend a summer day: Playing ball Favorite holiday: Christmas Favorite city: St. Louis Most hated chore: Doing dishes Person who taught you the most about baseball: My dad Favorite candy bar: Zero Dream car: Lamborghini Photo by LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com
2011 All-Missourian baseball - Senior Neil Johnson, Woodland High School Season stats: Batting -- .519 avg., 1 HR, 13 RBIs, 18 R, 6 2Bs, 9 SBs; Pitching -- 4-3, 3.56 ERA, 100 Ks, 44 BBs, 59 IP Plans for next year: Go to Three Rivers Community College and play baseball Best game during the season: Against Bell City because I pitched a good game Best pitcher you faced this season: Ian Householder of Kelly because he's a good left-handed pitcher Would you rather hit a grand slam, make a run-saving diving catch or strike out the side: Hit a grand slam One word to describe you: Competitive Favorite MLB team: Cardinals Favorite MLB player: Yadier Molina On average, how many days a week do you play baseball during the summer: 4 Best way to spend a summer day: Playing ball Favorite holiday: Christmas Favorite city: St. Louis Most hated chore: Doing dishes Person who taught you the most about baseball: My dad Favorite candy bar: Zero Dream car: Lamborghini Photo by LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com 2011 All-Missourian baseball - Spencer Sander, Saxony Lutheran High School
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com 2011 All-Missourian baseball - Spencer Sander, Saxony Lutheran High School
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com 2011 All-Missourian baseball - Brett Thomas, Oak Ridge High School
LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com 2011 All-Missourian baseball - Brett Thomas, Oak Ridge High School
KRISTIN EBERTS ~ keberts@semissourian.com 2011 All-Missourian Baseball - Bobby Clark, Jackson High School
KRISTIN EBERTS ~ keberts@semissourian.com 2011 All-Missourian Baseball - Bobby Clark, Jackson High School
KRISTIN EBERTS ~ keberts@semissourian.com 2011 All-Missourian Baseball - Brett Dirnberger, Scott City High School
KRISTIN EBERTS ~ keberts@semissourian.com 2011 All-Missourian Baseball - Brett Dirnberger, Scott City High School
KRISTIN EBERTS ~ keberts@semissourian.com 2011 All-Missourian Baseball - Brett Dirnberger, Scott City High School
KRISTIN EBERTS ~ keberts@semissourian.com 2011 All-Missourian Baseball - Brett Dirnberger, Scott City High School
KRISTIN EBERTS ~ keberts@semissourian.com 2011 All-Missourian Baseball - Bobby Clark, Jackson High School
KRISTIN EBERTS ~ keberts@semissourian.com 2011 All-Missourian Baseball - Bobby Clark, Jackson High School
KRISTIN EBERTS ~ keberts@semissourian.com 2011 All-Missourian Baseball - Bobby Clark, Jackson High School
KRISTIN EBERTS ~ keberts@semissourian.com 2011 All-Missourian Baseball - Bobby Clark, Jackson High School
KRISTIN EBERTS ~ keberts@semissourian.com 2011 All-Missourian Baseball - Christian Cavaness, Cape Central High School
KRISTIN EBERTS ~ keberts@semissourian.com 2011 All-Missourian Baseball - Christian Cavaness, Cape Central High School
KRISTIN EBERTS ~ keberts@semissourian.com 2011 All-Missourian Baseball - Kody Moore, Oran High School
KRISTIN EBERTS ~ keberts@semissourian.com 2011 All-Missourian Baseball - Kody Moore, Oran High School
KRISTIN EBERTS ~ keberts@semissourian.com 2011 All-Missourian Baseball - Bobby Clark, Jackson High School
KRISTIN EBERTS ~ keberts@semissourian.com 2011 All-Missourian Baseball - Bobby Clark, Jackson High School
2011 Southeast Missourian Player of the Year - Senior Brett Thomas, Oak Ridge High School Season stats: Batting -- .482 avg., 4 HRs, 31 RBIs, 4 2Bs, 32 R, 5 SBs, .768 slg., .623 OBP; Pitching -- 8-0, 0.66 ERA, 109 Ks, 13 BBs, 53 IP Plans for next year: Go to Missouri and play ball Best game during the season: Against Leopold because I hit a walk-off home run Best pitcher you faced this season: Dalton Elfrink of Oran because I didn't hit him Would you rather hit a grand slam, make a run-saving diving catch or strike out the side: Make a run-saving diving catch because I've never done that before One word to describe you: Competitive Favorite MLB team: Cardinals Favorite MLB player: Jaime Garcia On average, how many days a week do you play baseball during the summer: 5 Best way to spend a summer day: Laying on the beach Favorite holiday: Christmas Favorite city: Chicago Most hated chore: All of them Person who taught you the most about baseball: Jerry Kratochvil Favorite candy bar: Reese's Fast Break Dream car: 2001 Chevy Blazer Photo by LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com
2011 Southeast Missourian Player of the Year - Senior Brett Thomas, Oak Ridge High School Season stats: Batting -- .482 avg., 4 HRs, 31 RBIs, 4 2Bs, 32 R, 5 SBs, .768 slg., .623 OBP; Pitching -- 8-0, 0.66 ERA, 109 Ks, 13 BBs, 53 IP Plans for next year: Go to Missouri and play ball Best game during the season: Against Leopold because I hit a walk-off home run Best pitcher you faced this season: Dalton Elfrink of Oran because I didn't hit him Would you rather hit a grand slam, make a run-saving diving catch or strike out the side: Make a run-saving diving catch because I've never done that before One word to describe you: Competitive Favorite MLB team: Cardinals Favorite MLB player: Jaime Garcia On average, how many days a week do you play baseball during the summer: 5 Best way to spend a summer day: Laying on the beach Favorite holiday: Christmas Favorite city: Chicago Most hated chore: All of them Person who taught you the most about baseball: Jerry Kratochvil Favorite candy bar: Reese's Fast Break Dream car: 2001 Chevy Blazer Photo by LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com
KRISTIN EBERTS ~ keberts@semissourian.com 2011 All-Missourian Baseball - Kody Moore, Oran High School
KRISTIN EBERTS ~ keberts@semissourian.com 2011 All-Missourian Baseball - Kody Moore, Oran High School
KRISTIN EBERTS ~ keberts@semissourian.com 2011 All-Missourian Baseball - Brett Dirnberger, Scott City High School
KRISTIN EBERTS ~ keberts@semissourian.com 2011 All-Missourian Baseball - Brett Dirnberger, Scott City High School
KRISTIN EBERTS ~ keberts@semissourian.com 2011 All-Missourian Baseball - Christian Cavaness, Cape Central High School
KRISTIN EBERTS ~ keberts@semissourian.com 2011 All-Missourian Baseball - Christian Cavaness, Cape Central High School
KRISTIN EBERTS ~ keberts@semissourian.com 2011 All-Missourian Baseball - Kody Moore, Oran High School
KRISTIN EBERTS ~ keberts@semissourian.com 2011 All-Missourian Baseball - Kody Moore, Oran High School
KRISTIN EBERTS ~ keberts@semissourian.com 2011 All-Missourian Baseball - Bobby Clark, Jackson High School
KRISTIN EBERTS ~ keberts@semissourian.com 2011 All-Missourian Baseball - Bobby Clark, Jackson High School
2011 All-Missourian Baseball - Junior Christian Cavaness, Cape Central High School Christian Cavaness, jr., Central Season stats: .382 avg., 2 HRs, 18 RBIs, 5 2Bs, 6 3Bs, 14 R, 9 SBs, .800 slg., .453 OBP Best game during the season: Against Francis Howell because we knocked off the No. 1 team and I hit really well Best pitcher you faced this season: Cody Heisserer from Notre Dame Would you rather hit a grand slam, make a run-saving diving catch or strike out the side: Hit a grand slam because those are one of the rarest plays One word to describe you: Hustle Favorite MLB team: Red Sox Favorite MLB player: Prince Fielder On average, how many days a week do you play baseball during the summer: 3 Best way to spend a summer day: Wake up, play MLB The Show, take batting practice, swim Favorite holiday: Halloween Favorite city: Miami Most hated chore: Laundry Person who taught you the most about baseball: Dad Favorite candy bar: Twix Dream car: Honda S2000 Photo by KRISTIN EBERTS ~ keberts@semissourian.com
2011 All-Missourian Baseball - Junior Christian Cavaness, Cape Central High School Christian Cavaness, jr., Central Season stats: .382 avg., 2 HRs, 18 RBIs, 5 2Bs, 6 3Bs, 14 R, 9 SBs, .800 slg., .453 OBP Best game during the season: Against Francis Howell because we knocked off the No. 1 team and I hit really well Best pitcher you faced this season: Cody Heisserer from Notre Dame Would you rather hit a grand slam, make a run-saving diving catch or strike out the side: Hit a grand slam because those are one of the rarest plays One word to describe you: Hustle Favorite MLB team: Red Sox Favorite MLB player: Prince Fielder On average, how many days a week do you play baseball during the summer: 3 Best way to spend a summer day: Wake up, play MLB The Show, take batting practice, swim Favorite holiday: Halloween Favorite city: Miami Most hated chore: Laundry Person who taught you the most about baseball: Dad Favorite candy bar: Twix Dream car: Honda S2000 Photo by KRISTIN EBERTS ~ keberts@semissourian.com
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