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Playoff Preivew: Rockwall proves Jacket Fight Never Dies, preps for Mansfield
Facing challenges this season, the Rockwall Yellowjackets have left everything on the field each and every game throughout the year. As they head into the second round of playoffs against Mansfield, VYPE DFW takes a look at the team and what fans can expect:
Beginning their season with incredible victories in pre-season play over the likes of Alamo Heights, Dripping Springs, Westlake, El Paso Americas, and more before heading into their district schedule. In district play, athletes like Jake Overstreet, Tristan Raley, Pearson Riebock, Dylan Cheek, Isaiah Oviedo, and others put in the work that allowed the team to finish second in their district standings with a 7-5 district record. Facing down several talented district opponents, the team posted victories over Royse City, North Forney, Mesquite, Tyler Legacy, and more as they secured a playoff spot.
Once in the playoffs, it took only two games to send Wylie East packing; first in a 5-0 shut-out victory then in an 8-3 victory the following day. Preparing for Mansfield is no easy feat as the Tigers come in boasting a 23-7-1 overall record (11-3 in district play). With the ability to play hard right out of the gate, Mansfield is a tough opponent looking to continue in the playoffs by putting up incredible runs against Rockwall. However, Rockwall has already proved that Jacket Fight Never Dies this season as they have overcome various challenges to showcase a spirit of power on the field.
Check out this series; it's going to be one you don't want to miss! The series begins on May 9th at 7:30 p.m.!
Rockwall-Heath Baseball's Resiliency leads the Hawks to the UIL State Tournament
Throughout the season, Rockwall-Heath has been exceptional when it comes to bouncing back stronger than ever after a loss. This has proven to be the case even in the playoffs. With tenacity and a goal to finish the season as state champions, the Hawks are headed to the UIL Class 6A State Tournament. Let's take a look at how they got there!
The Rockwall-Heath Hawks finished their regular season just a little bit behind rival Rockwall. With big wins over the likes of Flower Mound, Frenship, Horn, North Mesquite, and more the Hawks showed their strength every time they faced an opponent en route to the playoffs.
Once it came time for playoffs, the Hawks refused to slow down. Facing Rowlett first, Rockwall-Heath advanced in only two games (14-4, 7-0) before taking down Mansfield in another two (5-2, 8-4). After an initial loss to Sachse, the Hawks used the next two games to regroup, winning both with shutout scores (5-0, 10-0). In the Regional Semi-Finals, the Hawks defeated Tomball in three games (8-0, 3-7, 3-2) before advancing to the Regional Finals where they were to face an incredible Rockwall team yet again.
Rockwall-Heath dropped the first game of the Regional Final series and things might have looked grim for many of those who lacked hope, but the Hawks never doubted their ability. Scoring 11 runs in each of the next two games, the Hawks defeated Rockwall and advanced to the State Semifinals.
Rockwall-Heath has been known for coming into the games this season and doing what they can to hold off their opponents before scoring big for themselves to close out the game. Fans can expect the Hawks to come into the State Tournament ready to fight to claim the UIL Class 6A State Title.