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THE MUSTANGS: Memorial Loaded Roster Ready For State Run
While their 26-14-2 record last season showcases a strong campaign, Memorial’s true potential was revealed in the playoffs. Advancing four rounds deep into the 2024 postseason, the Jeremy York-led Mustangs reached heights that no previous team in recent memory had attained.
What makes this even more exciting is the fact that the majority of the roster from that playoff run returns for the upcoming season. Key contributors will include first-team, all-district selections Will Van Wie (Houston commit), Jake Earnest (Baylor commit), and Jackson Castillo (Sr. DH/C), all of whom will play pivotal roles in the batting order.
The Mustangs also boast a dynamic bullpen with two Texas commits: senior Matthew Manis and sophomore Grant Sperandio, both first-team selections, who will reprise their roles on the mound. Seniors such as catcher Jacob Witte (Washington) and outfielder Andrew Baay (Middlebury College) will also play vital roles in rounding out one of the most complete rosters in the state.
The pieces are now in place for Memorial to continue defying expectations. Anticipate another hot streak.
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THE RANKINGS: No. 11 - Memorial Mustangs
The Mustangs went undefeated in district play in 2024 before falling in the third round of the postseason to the Heights. Coach Stephanie Royce has the luxury of some young talent back in the dugout in 2025.
They are loaded. Senior Elise Adams is solid on the hill as the ace, while the junior class has some special pieces. Outfielders Brooke Kearns and Reese Waggoner run down balls, while Riley Cannizaro (shortstop) and Isabella Borrego hold down the infield.
Behind the plate is super sophomore Sophie Vlasak, a beast in the batter’s box. It’s going to be a fun season in the Spring Branch ISD as the red and white should run the inner city.