VYPE caught up with Jamie Deshazo Head Coach of Bridge City Girls Track at the VYPE Bridge City ISD Spring Media Day about the new season and more!
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VYPE caught up with Jason Aubry Head Coach of Bridge City Track and Field at the VYPE Bridge City ISD Spring Media Day about the new season and more!
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BRIDGE CITY SOFTBALL IS LEGIT.
Following last year’s dominant season in which the Cardinals were undefeated district champs, there is no reason why a repeat isn’t in order. Throw in the fact that the majority of the previous roster remains, Bridge City is a Regional favorite.
“My expectations for our team are to get back to Regionals and go further,” said coach Raven Harris. “I’ve got a big group that’s returning... a lot of talent. So, I think we’ve got a good shot to make a deep run this year.”
After falling to defending State Champ Liberty (2-1 split) in the Regional Quarters, Bridge City will be more determined than ever to push for a State Title. With the Cardinals’ talent, it’s not out of the question.
“Our pitcher [Carson Fall] is probably the best in the state of Texas,” said Harris. “I know that’s a bold statement, but this kid is just phenomenal. Last year, we really figured out how to produce runs behind her, which helped. I’ve got my first baseman Brooklyn Droddy back, who can swing the bat really well and brings a lot of energy.
Second baseman Makenna Carey plays really well at middle-infield and Marlie Strong is my shortstop, who hits well and produces for us. We have so much to work with.”
While softball holds a special place in the hearts of Harris and her team, she also intends to instill other attributes in her team.
“The big thing that I preach to these kids is to be kind,” said Harris. “Softball — the winning, the losing — it’s all part of it. But, the most important thing for me, is the relationships that the kids are building. That’s an important aspect to understand. Be a good teammate. Be a good person. Show up for your school, your program, your friends and your family.”
With that as their cornerstone, how can they lose?
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AFTER AN IMPRESSIVE 18-8 REGULAR SEASON IN 2022, WHICH LED TO A PLAYOFF BERTH, THE CARDS ARE PREPPED TO RUN IT BACK THIS SPRING.
With 12 seniors returning, expectations are high for Bridge City on the diamond. Coach Chad Landry believes his team's strengths will carry them to a stellar season.
“We got a lot of [pitching] arms on the mound,” said Landry. “Our defense is going to be very solid. We’ve got some guys who can run and move well, so we can score some runs for them. It’s going to be a fun year.”
Despite falling to Hargrave (2-1 split) in the first round in 2022, Bridge City has their eyes set on a bigger prize.
“Some of our headliners include Justin Abate behind the plate,” Landry said. “He [Abate] is kind of our ‘quarterback’ back there. He’s our leader. Our defense is pretty loaded with three or four multi-year starters out there — [Brice] Swanton at shortstop, [Braylen] Collins on the mound and [John] Van Huis in center. It’s just going to be a blast.”
Collins is a University of Houston-signee.
The Cardinals’ District and Region are going to be incredibly competitive. Coach Landry realizes that, but understands that his team will be up to the challenge.
“Southeast Texas baseball is loaded with talent,” said Landry. “There are no ‘cupcakes’ on the schedule. It’s going to be a battle every night, which gets us ready for the playoffs. That is our ultimate goal. The area has really progressed and has become a really fun place to play. I wouldn’t have it any other way.”
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