Windrow Winter League
The schedule for the Windrow Winter League is now available online. Games are Wed and Sat from Jan 12 - Feb 14
12/12/08 - 12/14/08
Varsity Palm Desert Tournament
Varsity went 3-0 in pool play at this weekends Desert Challenge in Palm Desert. The Bears beat Indio HS 8-1 behind Adam Mott's five shut-out innings where he struck out six with no walks and only one hit. Taylor Rapaport pitched the final two innings to finish the game. K.C. Rentfro homered in the game.
In the second game, Poly beat Palm Spring HS behind a strong outing by Michael Rose. He went four innings giving up one run on three hits with 2 K and no walks. Daniel Berg closed out the game with three strong innings, striking out four with only one walk and did not allow a hit. Blair Moore (2-2, 3B, RBI, run) and K.C. Rentfro (2-2, HR, RBI, 2 runs) led the offense.
In the third game, Poly Beat Vista Murrieta 6-2. Dylan Stuart took the hill and pitched five shut-out innings, scattering four hits while striking out seven with one walk. Ryan Lafferty closed out the final two innings giving up two hits while striking out four.
In the first round of the playoffs on Sunday, the Bears came up against a tough lefty from Kaiser who allowed only one hit over six innings. Poly pitching was equally as tough. Ben Vasquez gave up one hit in 4-1/3 while striking out four and Taylor Rapaport allowed one hit in 2-2/3 striking out three. An unearned run in the top of the 5th was the difference in a 1-0 loss.
12/6/08
Varsity beat visiting Damien High School on Saturday. The Bears held the Spartans scoreless through 5 innings then held on for a 12-7 victory. Several Poly players contributed with the bat including, Chris Juranco (2-3, RBI), R.J. Ybarra (1-2, 2B, 2 RBI, 3 runs), Andrew Gomez (2-2, 2B, 2 runs), Chad Christiansen (1-2, 2 RBI), Todd Cooney(1-2, 2BB, 2 runs), and Michael Malone(1-2, 1 run).
11/22/08
Varsity ended the Fall Windrow League with a 4-1 road victory over Mission Viejo. Varsity finishes the league with an 8-3 record.
11/15/08
Varsity scored two runs in the bottom of the seventh inning to break a 2-2 tie and beat Brea High School 4-2. Varsity improves its fall record to 7-3.
11/14/08
Varsity Palm Desert Tournament
The schedule for the Varsity tournament, Dec 12-14 is now available. Check the Schedule or the Calendar.
Fri, Dec. 12, 5:00pm, vs Indio @ Indio H.S.
Sat, Dec 13, 11:30am, vs Palm Springs @ Indio H.S.
Sat, Dec 13, 4:30pm, vs Vista Murrieta @ Indio H.S.
Sun, Dec 14. 9:00am (if necessary) TBD
11/13/08
New Photos
Photos of the JV and Frosh/Soph players from the fall league are now available. To view the photos look under the Photos tab or click here.
11/12/08
Varsity traveled to Hart Field in Orange last night to play Orange Lutheran. The Lancers scored three runs in the bottom of the eighth inning to break a 4-4 tie on way to a 7-4 victory. The Bear offense was lead by Randy Meyers who went 3-4 (2B) and Michael Malone went 2-3.
11/12/08
College Siginings
Jake Marisnick (Oregon), Blair Moore(SDSU), and K.C. Rentfro (UCSD) officially signed their letters of intent with their respective Colleges today. Poly signed a total of eight athletes today, with three more to follow in the spring. See all the pictures from the signing ceremony here.
11/10/08
Don't forget about the Texas Hold'em Poker Tournament on Friday, December 5th. Download the updated Flyer and Table Sponsor form. If you don't have Microsoft Word click here.
11/9/08
Wednesday, November 12, is College Signing Day. Expected signings include Jake Marisnick with Oregon, Blair Moore with SDSU and K.C. Rentfro with UC San Diego. Congratulations!
11/8/08
Varsity suffered its second loss of the fall season on Saturday. Brea scored two runs in the top of the 7th inning to win a close game 5-4.
11/1/08
Varsity improved its fall record to 6-1 with another win on Saturday. The Bears beat Trabuco Hills 10-4.
10/30/08
The next booster club meeting has been moved from Nov 11 to Nov 13 due to the Veteran's Day holiday.
10/30/08
Parents - share your baseball photos. Put any pictures you have on a CD and turn them in to have them displayed on the website. Check out varsity fall league photos here.
10/28/08
Congratulations to Jake Marisnick and Blair Moore for being named to the 2008 Jessie Torres Memorial Scout All Star Game. See the Entire list of players here.
10/26/08
Read Coach Moore's latest message at the Coach's Corner
10/25/08
Varsity broke open a 5-4 game with 8 runs in the bottom of the sixth on the way to a 12-6 victory over Orange Lutheran. R.J. Ybarra went 2-3 (HR, 2RBI), K.C. Rentfro was 2-3 (2 2B, RBI), and Michael Malone went 3-4 (RBI)
Dinner Out Night
The first "Dinner Out Night" will be Tuesday, Nov. 18, 4:00-9:00pm at the Cactus Cantina in Mission Grove (map). Patrons must present the flyer for the booster club to get a percentage of the bill. Be sure to put the player's name on the form to get credit towards your fundraising effort.
10/20/08
The next booster club meeting has been moved from Nov 4 to Nov 11 to make sure everyone has a chance to vote on election day.
10/18/08
Varsity suffered its first defeat in Fall League play, losing a close scoring game to Mission Viejo, 4-3. The Bears twice had the tying run thrown out at the plate.
MANDATORY BOOSTER CLUB MEETING
WED, OCTOBER 15, 7:00PM LITTLE THEATRE
This is a meeting to finalize this years budget. This is your chance to be heard, so please come and participate. Coach Moore has asked that players attend with their parents.
10/11/08
Varsity remained undefeated in Fall League play, winning a high scoring game against La Quinta, 15-11.
10/10/08
The first Texas Hold'em poker tournament of the year was last night. Thanks to all those who participated. Look forward to the next one on Friday, December 5th.
10/4/08
Home runs from Blair Moore and R.J. Ybarra combined with solid pitching from Adam Mott, Dylan Stuart, Evan Mott, Taylor Rappaport, and Andy Olsen lead Varsity to a 7-5 victory over Trabuco Hills.
10/2/08
The Varsity game on Saturday has changed from a home game to away at Trabuco Hills at 10:00am. Directions to the school can be found here.
9/30/08
The next Booster Club meeting has been moved to Thursday, Oct 9, at 7:00pm
9/27/08
K.C. Rentfro's two home runs and 6 rbi's helped lead the Bear's to a 13-5 victory over Capo Valley on Saturday. Varsity improves to 2-0 in Fall League.
9/23/08
College Committments
Check out the latest Bears to commit to Division I Colleges here.
9/20/08
K.C. Rentfro, Blair Moore, and Jake Marisnick homered to help Varsity win there Fall League opener 13-7 over Calvary of Anaheim.
9/18/08
Fall Schedules
The Varsity fall schedule is available here. It has also been added to the calendar. Updates to the JV Fall schedule (time changes only) have been made.
9/11/08
Poker Night
The first Texas Hold'em poker tournament is scheduled for Friday, Oct 10. The flyer is available for download here.
9/10/08
Glow-ball Golf Tournament
The flyer for the golf tournament is available for download here.
Golf Tournament
Our biggest fundraiser of the year will be Monday, February 9, 2009 at Victoria Country Club. Its not too soon to start lining up those tee sponsors and foursomes. More details will follow.
J.V. Fall Schedule
The fall league schedule for J.V. is now available here. It has also been added to the calendar.
8/30/08
Poly Baseball Event Calendar
New to this years website is an Event Calendar. This interactive calendar contains all of the booster club events, school events, and baseball events.
6/5/08
Coach Moore's Year end Comments
Varsity Head Coach Aaron Moore shares his final thoughts for the season in the latest Coach's Corner.
6/2/08
The Night Tides and Special Guests
This Saturday evening (June 7) beginning at 7PM until 9PM, Dub Creech's band, the Night Tides, will be performing at "The Riverside Plaza" on Main St. in front of the theater. (more info) It's going to be a special show, with two guest performers. Think about bringing a lawn chair to sit in as seating is a little scarce on busy nights. Hope to see everyone there.
2008 Season DVD
Order you copy of this season's DVD by downloading the order form and mailing it back with your check. Each DVD is $20.00.
5/17/08
2008 Banquet Award Winners
Varsity
Most Valuable Player - Jake Marsnick
Defensive Player of the Year – Blair Moore
Offensive Player of the Year – Austin Barnes
Most Improved - K.C. Rentfro
Coaches Award - Randy Meyers
Most Valuable Pitcher - Kevin Verdaja
Rookie of the Year - Austin Haner
JV
Pitcher of the Year – Ryan Lafferty
Defensive Player of the Year – Chris Rabago
Offensive Player of the Year – Dylan Barnes
Coaches Award - Nick Gillette
Scholar Athlete Award (3.0 and above)
Daniel Berg
Nick Cordoba
Garrett Dabney
Nick Gillette
Sean Haskins
Carter Hill
Ryan Lafferty
Daniel Lopez
Chris Rabago
Alexander Richardson
Jacob Stuart
Ben Vasquez
5/15/08
Varsity's season came to a disappointing end Thursday with a 10-2 loss to Tesoro High School in the first round of CIF-SS playoffs. The offense was led by Austin Barnes (3-4), Randy Meyers (2-4, RBI), and Austin Haner (2-4, RBI). Trevor Creech got the start, going 1+ innings (3 hits, 1 BB, 4 earned runs). Dylan Stuart relieved for 1+ inning (4 hits, 1 earned run) followed by Kevin Verdeja (3-2/3, 4 hits, 3BB, 5 runs - 2 earned) and Adam Mott closed. The Bears could not catch a break, going 2-13 with RISP, stranding 10 runners.
5/13/08
JV Year End Comments from Coach V.
Now that the games are over and we begin the process of packing up the equipment for the summer, the big picture of team/individual accomplishments can truly be appreciated by all. Often over looked by the ebb and flow of a very competitive season are the little things that lead to life-long success. This year's squad, although the largest group I've ever had, should be proud of their efforts and commitment not only to Poly baseball, but to their personal growth. The rigors of a strenuous split-squad schedule forced many players to continuously adapt to adverse scenarios. They gave me their all, and that's all I can ask of them. It has been my pleasure to be apart of their success.
5/9/08
Varsity beat MLK 2-0 in the final game of the season. Dylan Stuart got the start and pitched 5-2/3 shutout innings (6 Hits, 1BB, 4K) and Adam Mott finished the shutout, putting down 4 batters on 12 pitches (9 for strikes) and striking out two. Jake Marisnick was the hero with the bat, getting Poly's only hit with two on, two outs, and two strikes, breaking up the no hitter. Jake stayed in a pickle and allowed the second run to score.
The Soph/Frosh team played well but came up short 4-3 in a J.V. league game against MLK. Alex Richardson and Daniel Berg pitched well allowing 2 earned runs in a combined 7 inning effort. Once again Jacob Stuart was impressive behind the plate. Offensively the Bears were lead by Nick Cordoba 1-1 (HB,SF,RUN), Chris Rabago 1-3 (3B,RUN), Thomas Combs 1-4, Garrett Dabney 1-2 (BB,RUN) Zach Speer's sac bunt with 2 on in the 5th allowed the bears to take the lead 3-1.
5/7/08
Varsity came up short in its bid to win a fifth straight Ivy League championship falling to MLK 5-2. Kevin Verdaja got the start and scattered 7 hits over 3-2/3 innings (2k, 1BB), but the defense gave up five unearned runs. On the bright side, Trevor Creech pitched for the first time since injuring his Ham string in the North game (4/12) and went 2-2/3 innings without allowing a hit. Blair Moore led the offense with a double and a home run, scoring both of Poly's two runs. Ryan Nordbeck was 2-2 (1B, 2B, HP)
The J.V. team feel victim to the baseball gods in a 12-7 loss to MLK Wednesday. After taking the lead 4-3 and pitcher Andy Olsen in control of the game from the mound a series of “baseball bad luck” plays opened the flood gates for a King 9 run 5th inning. Despite the bad luck in the 5th, the Bears were lead offensively by Jesse Santana 2-4, Chris Rabago 2-4 (2B), Dylan Barnes 2-4, and Daniel Berg 2-4 (2B).
5/2/08
Varsity beat North 15-2 to avoid the series sweep 1-2. The Poly bats came alive and broke open a 6-2 game with 9 runs in the bottom of the sixth. Marco Abundis got the start and pitched 2-1/3 giving up 1 run, Adam Mott relieved, going 2 innings, giving up 1 hit and 1 unearned run. Kevin Verdaja pitched a scoreless 1-2/3, striking out 2 and Austin Barnes closed. Catcher Randy Meyers threw out 3 base runners and went 3-4 (2B, RBI) and Austin Barnes, Blair Moore, and Austin Haner all homered in the win.
The J.V. team defeated J.W. North 2-1 Friday improving their league record to 9 – 4. Ryan Lafferty pitched a complete game to earn the win. Ryan’s mound performance was complimented by outstanding defensive gems by Jesse Santana, Tyler Freeny and Chris Rabago. With the game tied in the 3rd, Brad Taylor singled to score Tyler Freeny with the go ahead and eventual winning run.
4/29/08
Varsity lost a hard fought game to North 2-1 last night at UCR Field. Matt Palmer had a clutch, two-out double to drive in the only run for Poly. Dylan Stuart started, going 3 scoreless innings, giving up 4 hits. Kevin Verdaja relieved, pitching 3 innings, allowing only one hit, 2 runs (1 earned). Austin Barnes inherited a runner in the seventh and gave up his first hit in four games, but it was enough to score the winning run. Unprofessional officiating made this an especially tough loss.
The J.V. team improved its league record to 8-4 with an 8-4 win over J.W. North. Ben Vasquez Pitched 6 innings for the win scattering 5 hits allowing 3 runs. Cole McElyea sealed the deal in the 7th to secure the victory for the Bears. Offensively the Bears were powered by Dylan Barnes 4-5 (2B), Matt Davis 3-4 (3B), Brad Taylor 2-4, Jesse Santana (3B), Daniel Berg (2B).
4/24/08
Marco Abundis gave another strong outing, pitching 6 strong innings, giving up 1 run on 4 hits, while striking out 7. Kevin Verdaja closed with a perfect 7th inning, striking out 2. Austin Barnes was 4-4 (2 runs, RBI) and Randy Meyers had a clutch 2-out double to score 2, in Varsity's 5-1 win over Arlington. Varsity swept the season series 3-0.
The J.V. squad dropped another slugfest to Arlington (12 - 6). Leading hitters for the Bears were Dylan Barnes 2-4 (2B), Matt Davis 2-4 (2B) and Daniel Lopez 2-4. The freshmen take on the Monarchs of Mater Dei in a double-header on Saturday. First game starts at 11 am.
4/22/08
A one out walk by K.C. Rentfro, a clutch hit-and-run single by Matt Gabrielson, and a perfect squeeze bunt by Matt Palmer led to to the only run of the game in Varsity's 1-0 win over Arlington. Dylan Stuart allowed only 3 hits in 5+ innings of work and Austin Barnes continued his scoreless relief, closing the final two innings to secure the win.
The J.V. team dropped a league game to 16-8. Although the Bears out-hit 15-14, it wasn´t enough on a day when the "long-ball" was on the menu. Offensively the bears were lead by: Jesse Santana (4-4) 2B, Matt Davis (3-3), Chris Rabago (3-4) HR, Dylan Barnes (2-4).
4/21/08
The J.V. team defeated Mater Dei 13-0 Monday Night. Freshmen Alec Richardson and Cole McElyea shut out the Monarchs, allowing just 4 hits. The entire batting order contributed to a 15 hit attack.
4/18/08
Marco Abundis pitched into the sixth inning, scattering nine hits, for three runs (two earned) while striking out seven. Kevin Verdaja pitched out of a bases loaded jam in the sixth allowing one hit and striking out two. Austin Barnes pitched another scoreless seventh in a hard fought 6-3 varsity win over La Sierra. Jake Marisnick led the offense, going 3-4 (2 2B, 2 RBI), Austin Barnes was 2-3 (2B, RBI) and K.C. Rentfro homered.
The J.V. team defeated La Sierra 14-3 to improve to 7-2 in league . Andy Olsen pitched 5 1/3 for the win. Daniel Berg came in to relieve facing 6 hitters. The offense was powered by Dylan Barnes (4-4) 2-3B, Tyler Freeny (4-4) 2B,HR, Matt Davis (3-5), Ben Vasquez (2-4) HR, Jesse Santana (2-4) 2B, Daniel Berg (2-4). The J.V. team will be under the lights (6:30) Monday for a non-league game against Matre Dei
4/16/08
Varsity rebounded with a 12-3 win over La Sierra. Dylan Stuart pitched 5 innings, giving up one run on two hits, for the win. Cody Shackelford pitched the final two innings. Austin Barnes led the offense, going 3-4 with two home runs (5 RBI, 4 runs), Jake Marisnick was 2-3, (HR, RBI, 2 runs) and K.C. Rentfro was 3-3 (2B, 2 RBI, 2 Runs).
The J.V team improved its league record to 6-2 with a 9-3 win over LaSeirra. Ryan Lafferty got the win pitching a perfect game for 6 1/3 innings. Ryan’s outstanding mound performance was complimented by a solid hitting attack. Chris Rabago (2-4)(2B), Dylan Barnes (2-4), Tyler Freeny (2-4), Nick Gillette (2-4)(HR), Daniel Lopez(2-4)(2B)
4/12/08
Trevor Creech pitched 4-1/3 innings, giving up 4 runs (3 earned) on 3 hits, while striking out 7. Dylan Stuart pitched a scoreless 2-2/3 in relief. The Bears managed only five hits, with Randy Meyers going 3-3 (RBI) and Austin Barnes and Matt Gabrielson adding the only other hits in the 4-2 loss to North.
4/11/08
Varsity dropped a pair to Capistrano Valley last night at beautiful UCR field.
In the opener, Marco Abundis pitched four innings, giving up 3 earned runs on 4 hits, with 4K and 3 BB. Adam Mott finished the game, giving up 1 earned run on 3hits, with 3K and 1 BB. Jake Marisnick was 3-4, Austin Barnes was 2-3 (2B, RBI) and Ryan Nordbeck was 2-3 (RBI) in the 5-3 loss.
In the night cap, Michael rose pitched 3 2/3, giving up two runs (0 earned) on 3 hits and Kevin Verdeja finished, giving up 4 runs (0 earned) on 4 hits, while striking out 7. Randy Meyers was 2-3 with an RBI as the Bears were held to five hits in the 6-2 loss.
4/5/08
Norte Vista JV Tournament
A split squad effort by the younger players placed 3rd in the Norte Vista J.V. tourny last week. Jacob Stuart took control of the defense by calling 3 outstanding games. His pitchers were excellent given up only 8 hits in 3 games. - Alec Richardson pitch 5 innings beating Norte Dame (11-1) - Alex DeLa Fuente took a no hitter into the 6th against Norte Vista - Daniel Berg gave up 2 hits in long relief shutting down Rancho Verde 3-2 -- Thomas Comb’s 3-3 performance and heads-up base running by Raymond Huerta was enough to win 3rd place against Rancho Verde.
4/4/08
Evan Mott pitched 4 shutout innings, Randy Meyers (2-3, 2B, 1 RBI) and Austin Haner (3-3, HR, 5 RBI) led the offense in a 9-0 win over Romona. Varsity improves to 5-1 in League play.
JV lost 5-8
4/2/08
Marco Abundis pitched five shutout innings, giving up only two hits while striking out ten batters. Jake Marisnick (2-4, 2 doubles, 2 runs, 1 RBI), Austin Barnes (3-4, 3 runs, 1 RBI), Matt Palmer (3-3, 3 RBI, 2 runs),Blair Moore( 2-3, HR, 3 RBI) and Randy Meyers (1-3, 2 RBI) powered the offense in 12-0 win over Romona.
JV lost 1-4
4/1/08
JV Tournament Summary
The younger boys played 8 split squad games in 6 days. Although they were 3-5, the pitching staff elevated their game impressing Coach V. The S/F went 1-3 in the powerful 16 team Bishop Amat tournament. Strong pitching performances from Alec Richardson, Alex DeLa Fuente and Vincent Hernandez highlighted the week. The J.V. squad dropped a pair to Mater Dei in a Saturday double header (3-4, 1-2). Both teams played excellent. Outstanding pitching from Andy Olsen and Freshmen Alec Richardson and Cole McElyea.
3/28/08
The J.V. squad (5-0 league, 8-1 overall) completed the first round of league play defeating MLK 7 -1. Ryan Lafferty pitched his second complete game in league allowing just 1 run on 3 hits. The offense was led by Tyler Freeny (2-3, 2- 2B) Dylan Barnes 2-3, and Chris Rabago 2-3.
Varsity suffered its first lost in league play 7-2 to MLK. Jake Marisnick was 2-3 with a lead off triple and Randy Meyers homered.
3/26/08
Varsity rebounded with a solid performance against Garr High School in the final game of the Kennedy Tournament, winning 6-1.
JV put on an offense assault, beating up on North High School 21-4.
3/24/08
Soph/Frosh won its tourney opener against Orange Lutheran 10-4 (5 innings). Alec Richardson pitched 3 outstanding innings for the win. Clutch hitting from David Vasquez and Raymond Huerta powered the offense.
It was a long night for varsity. Jake arisnick just missed a walk-off, three-run homer in the bottom of the seventh in a 5-3 loss to Valenica. They battled back from a 6-1 deficit in the second game, but came up short in a 6-4 loss to Dana Hills.
3/22/08
Marco Abundis pitched five innings, giving up 3 hits and 1 run with 7 strikeouts, Austin Barnes was 3-5 with a home run in a 14-2 victory over Trabuco Hills in game 1 of the Kennedy tournament.
3/21/08
Trevor Creech pitched 5-1/3 scoreless innings, struck out 13 batters and Adam Mott pitched the final five outs to preserve the shutout in Varsity's 4-0 win over Arlington.
Ryan Lafferty pitched a complete game allowing 3 hits facing 27 batters. The offense was led by Gabino Moreno 3-4, Ben Vasquez 2-3, and Daniel
Lopez 2-4 with a home run in a 11-3 win.
The S/F begin play Monday against Orange Lutheran, followed by Roosevelt and Palos Verdes. Both teams will be playing a combined 8 games in 6 days.