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BEHIND THE PLATE: Houston is home to nation's top catchers

Matthew Ogle
Jan 30, 2023

Kinkaid's Andy Guy

Justin Hartojo (VYPE)

Catcher could be considered one of the most critical positions in baseball.

They are essentially the “Quarterback” on the diamond, given how they are responsible for players’ positioning and maintaining communication with their team.


Furthermore, a bat is often swung within six inches of their face, so the unwavering focus is of the utmost importance.

Luckily, for some of the Houston area’s baseball programs, their teams are in good hands.

Nolan Traeger (Catcher-2024)--Concordia Lutheran Crusaders

Concordia Lutheran's Nolan Traeger

Bradley C. Collier (VYPE)

Concordia Lutheran baseball is blessed with talent across the board. Their catcher Nolan Traeger is no exception. The 6-foot junior enjoyed a stellar 2022 performance, earning first-team, all-state and State All-Tournament honors, en route to the Crusaders’ appearance in the TAPPS State Semifinals.

Although the previous season ended sooner than expected, Traeger is confident that his team can go further this Spring.

“Last year was a tough year, not the outcome we wanted of course,” said Traeger. “We lost some of our seniors, but we’re reloaded and planning to get back to the State Championship. Concordia has been really good to me and I’m just hoping that I can bring something to it.”

Traeger’s time spent with Concordia Lutheran, as well as his experience in Twelve Baseball and the 15u USA National Team, has garnered him the opportunity to continue his baseball career after graduation. It’s been years in the making with a tremendous amount of work put in, and it’s resulted in his commitment to join his brother -- RHP Jax Traeger at TCU.

“It’s a fun process to be on these teams and to get the experience I have,” he said. “It comes with some perks and can be a little nerve-racking at some points, with all the scouts I’ve played in front of. But, I just play my game and relax, so, it’s been a fun ride.”

Expect another big year from the Concordia Catcher and the ‘Saders, as they’re likely to be contending for a final-four spot, at a minimum.

Andy Guy (Catcher-2024)--Kinkaid School Falcons

Kinkaid catcher Andy Guy will be back behind the plate for the Falcons, as they start their campaign for a second-consecutive SPC State Championship. With numerous starters returning, including Guy (All-South Zone selection) and junior outfielder Miles Roeder (All-SPC), the Falcons don’t appear to be slowing down.

“As a team, we expect to dominate the SPC,” said Guy. “Our end goal hasn’t changed. So, we’re after another Championship. Individually, I’m striving to make the All-South Zone team, again. I hold myself to higher standards as an older member of the team, so I want to set an example and be a leader for everyone.”

The Kinkaid junior has his sights set on another title, but, also has ambitions in mind for his future.

“I decided that baseball was my sport when I was around 12 years old, even though I wasn’t necessarily great at it,” Guy said. “I loved the game and dreamed of playing in college one day. Baseball has opened up so many doors and brought me several relationships I never would’ve had without it. In the future, I hope to see myself looking back at a terrific college baseball career that, in the best of worlds, catapulted me to a pro contract.”

Cade Arrambide (Catcher-2024)--Tomball Cougars

Tomball's Cade Arrambide

Jamey Wright (VYPE)

Tomball is fresh off the heels of an impressive 24-11 season, that saw them advance to the UIL Regional Quarterfinals. Junior catcher Cade Arrambide played a significant role in the Cougars success, garnering him first-team, all-district honors. That momentum should only progress, heading into the Spring.

“Being a returning varsity player, it’s my duty to lead and inspire the team by being a great role model, both on and off the field,” said Arrambide. “We lost a good number of seniors last year that left some big shoes to fill. So, I hope to be a vital piece of the team that Coach [Doug] Rush fields. We’re looking to push further than round three this year.”

It should come as no surprise that Arrambide’s performance on the diamond has gained him the attention of scouts and recruiters nationwide. Hence, his commitment to play for LSU, following his 2024 graduation.

“LSU is a great school with an amazing baseball program,” he said. “The coaching staff -- Jay Johnson, Josh Jordan, Wes Johnson, and the Director of Operations Josh Simpson -- made playing ball at LSU an obvious choice. Plus, several family members have attended LSU. We thank God for the blessing of [my] abilities, the opportunities and the coaching/training I’ve had along the way.”

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VYPE Coaches Corner: Clear Springs Softball Coach Jennifer Knight -- 6A-D1 State Final Preview

Matthew Ogle
29 May, 2025

In what has amounted to the program's most monumental season, the Clear Springs Chargers have advanced all the way to the UIL 6A-Division 1 State Final, where they'll soon play Midway this Saturday (4:00 PM) in Austin.

VYPE's Matthew Ogle caught up with Clear Springs HC Jennifer Knight, to highlight the team's historic path to State, the stars who made it happen, and more.

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VYPE Coaches Corner: Kingwood Softball Coach Christa Williams-Yates -- 6A-D2 State Final Preview

Matthew Ogle
29 May, 2025

THEY'RE BACK!

As it was hopefully anticipated prior to the first pitch being thrown this Spring season, the Kingwood Mustangs returned to the UIL State Tournament and took that a step further with their dominant series sweep against Dripping Springs last week.

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VYPE Coaches Corner: Lake Creek Softball Coach Candyce Carter -- 5A-D2 State Final Preview

Matthew Ogle
29 May, 2025

It shouldn't come as a surprise that the Lake Creek Softball program has found itself back at the state's most prestigious stage, considering the fact that they went back-to-back between 2022 and 2023.

Despite that, this is a different team than the one in years past.

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GAMES

VYPE Live Lineup - Thursday 5/29/25

VYPE Live Lineup - Thursday 5/29/25

4:30PM & 7:30PM | NFHS - 2A D2 BB State Semifinal G1 & G2 & G3: Stamford vs. Collinsville

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VYPE Live Lineup - Wednesday 5/28/25

VYPE Live Lineup - Wednesday 5/28/25

7PM | NFHS - 3A D2 BB State Semifinal G2: Thrall vs. Orange Grove

7PM | NFHS - 3A D2 BB State Semifinal G2: Thrall vs. Orange Grove

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VYPE Live Lineup - Saturday 5/24/25

VYPE Live Lineup - Saturday 5/24/25

Men: AFHC Royals vs. Houston FC

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VYPE Live Lineup - Friday 5/23/25

VYPE Live Lineup - Friday 5/23/25

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VYPE Live Lineup - Thursday 5/22/25

VYPE Live Lineup - Thursday 5/22/25

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1PM | NFHS - 5A D2 Baseball Region IV Final G2: Liberty Hill vs. Boerne Champion

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6PM | NFHS - 2A D2 Softball State Semifinal G1: Malakoff Cross Roads vs. Shiner

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11AM | NFHS - 3A D2 Softball State Semifinal G2: Lexington vs. Jourdanton

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7PM | NFHS - 3A D1 Softball State Semifinal 1-Game Playoff: Grandview vs. Bishop

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2PM | NFHS - 5A D1 Baseball Reg, III Final G2: Anderson vs. Barbers Hill

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