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RANKINGS
COUGAR NATION: Cinco Ranch Has Bona Fide Star Power In Franco
Audiences saw Cinco Ranch cruise to yet another district title last spring, which is no small feat given the high level of competition within 19-6A. The Cougars then advanced three rounds into the postseason, before ultimately falling to Memorial in a hard-fought three-game series.
Heading into the 2025 season, coach Brett Wallace and his staff are fortunate to bring back the majority of their key players, including a trio of district first-teamers: Lucas Franco (Sr. SS), Josh Morelli (Sr. RHP), and Dylan Muniz (Jr. C). Franco, a TCU-commit, will continue to be Cinco’s most reliable hitter, after posting a .405 average with 30 RBIs last year.
Morelli, committed to Pratt CC, served as the team’s ace in 2024, finishing with a 7-3 record and an outstanding 0.97 ERA. His chemistry with Muniz, a standout catcher, will be critical to the team’s success.
When Morelli needs a break, fellow senior pitcher Jonny Blackman (2.54 ERA) is ready to step in and keep opposing hitters off balance. Furthermore, juniors Drew Tureau (OF) and Kason Ficarra (3B) round out a potent lineup that should be one of the most formidable in the area.
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THE RANKINGS: No. 25 - Cinco Ranch Cougars
Coming off a year where Cinco Ranch went 17-15 overall and reached the Regional Quarterfinals, 11th-year coach Suzanne Reeve returns five starters to the dugout as she looks towards 2025.
The Cougars are seeking a 20th-consecutive trip to the postseason this spring and University of St. Thomas (Houston)-commit Sophie Hassell will be one of the leaders in the clubhouse to get them there.
Other key returners for Cinco Ranch include sophomores Gaby Perez (pitcher) and Sydni Vandeventer (catcher) and junior infielder Aubrey Ramirez.