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No. 11--Katy Tigers Baseball
2022: 30-9 (2nd in District 19-6A/Regional Semifinalist)
HC: Wes Hearne
Katy Tigers baseball returns this Spring, hoping to carry the momentum gained from last year’s deep playoff campaign. Despite several seniors having graduated, the Tigers will proceed with steadfast optimism to compete with the reigning district champ Tompkins for supremacy in the neighborhood.
Coach Wes Hearne returns for his second year, leading a group that features numerous experienced players, named first-team, all-district RHP Lucas Moore (UTSA-signee). The 6-foot-2 senior concluded the 2022 season with a 10-2 record, which was reinforced by a 1.33 ERA.
Also representing Katy is another first-team,all-district honoree Reese Ruderman (Alvin CC) behind the plate. Senior RHP Cole Kasse (Texas Tech) and senior OF/RHP Caleb Koger also provide leadership that a State contender desperately needs.
Don’t be surprised if these Tigers ambush the competition.
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VYPE 2021 Baseball Preview: Public School #2 Katy
The dean of Houston baseball coaching is Katy's Tom McPherson, who enters his 34th season at the helm. He has compiled over 830 wins in his career. The Tigers were on the cusp of its only title in 2006 but fell in the finals to The Woodlands. So, that's the history lesson. Here's the present.
The Tigers have a solid pair of arms in lefty Brayden Powers and righty Caleb Matthews (Rice). Aiden Huerta (Blinn) will pitch in when called upon. He will play third base on a regular basis. Ryan Brome (Alvin CC) will be in the everyday lineup at first or in the outfield, while Jack Johnson (Youngstown State) will anchor the defense behind the plate. The Tigers are primed for a district title if their arms stay healthy, but Tompkins and Cinco Ranch aren't far behind.
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