For the first time in seven seasons, the Grapevine Mustangs baseball program is making their way back to the UIL Baseball State Tournament. As the team prepares to take on Leander Rouse, VYPE DFW takes a look at their season so far!
So Far
With only five losses to their name this season, the Mustangs have made it their mission to take down the opponents that get in their way of success this year. Posting a 38-5 overall record (13-1 in district play), the team has recorded an outstanding 88% winning percentage while outscoring their opponents by a combined 240 runs so far this season. Their run of excellence began early this year as they started their season with a statement 13-1 victory over Cigarroa in non-district play.
Moving through their non-district opponents and focusing on district, the team powered through as they took down the likes of Birdbille, Denton Ryan, Lake Dallas, Argyle, Denton, and more; securing their spot in the playoffs with the hopes of making it a deep run. So far, the team has been able to showcase a dominant style of play over the likes of Mansfield Timberview, Justin Northwest, Wichita Falls Rider, Lubbock-Cooper, and, most recently, Argyle in order to set their sights on the state tournament.
What to Expect
The team is hunting for a semifinal victory as they enter the state tournament against a tough Leander Rouse team that boasts a 34-9 overall record. Led by the likes of Zackary Goldstein, Brenton Lee, Colin Park, Luke Schreyer, Luke Bajaj, Blaine Swartz, and other talented athletes, the Mustangs have what it takes to put in a strong effort. Looking to play with smooth defense while the offense makes timely hits, Grapevine fans can expect this squad to do whatever it takes to make it to the next stage of the tournament-- the finals!