No. 18 -- Deer Park Deer
2023: 18-13 (Finished 2nd in District 22-6A/Bi-District Finalist)
Deer Park returns to the diamond with a vengeance, after being eliminated in the opening round of the playoffs in a close matchup against Atascocita.
They’ve been known to run District 22-6A in recent memory, which should continue to be the case.
Coach Chris Rupp brings back the majority of last season’s well-rounded roster, which includes first-teamers Bennett Springer, Dylan Marbury, and Reed Mallett.
Tate Hooks and Tristan Patterson could also have breakout seasons.
It’s unlikely that the Deer face a similar result as last year’s postseason, given the determination they’ve shown in the past.