Welcome to Oakland Patriots Baseball! The 2011-2012 season promises to be an memorable one as we enter into another year of Patriots baseball. After graduating 12 seniors from the class of 2011, and the loss of 8 starters, the Patriots look to a rebuilding year and hope to continue the winning tradition that Oakland is known for. As one of the premier high school programs in Tennessee, Oakland High School has one of the finest facilities in the south. Add to that a long and storied winning tradition, a stellar coaching staff, and hard working athletes, and you have the ingredients for a winning program and a great experience of high school baseball! Look through the site and find out what Oakland Patriot Baseball is all about!
The 2011 Oakland Baseball Golf Tournament was a huge success this year, making it 10 consecutive years the fundraiser has kick started the program. As one of the largest fundraisers for the program, the golf tournament continues to be a highlight and a great way to start the new season.
Over 20 teams competed for prize money in this year’s tournament, and over 55 individuals and businesses sponsored holes. The day started with a BBQ lunch donated by Slick Pig… Read the rest
The 2012 Oakland HS varsity baseball schedule has been released. This year’s schedule features matchups against several teams from the 2011 postseason, such as Overton HS, Independence HS, and Mt. Juliet HS, as well as the usual stiff competition from within District 7AAA.
The first preseason contest is February 18 against 2011 State Tournament participant Independence HS. The Eagles are looking to rebuild in 2012 after losing a strong graduating class. On February 25, the Patriots return home to face… Read the rest
Zach Cole (2011), 2B, has committed to Cumberland University to play baseball. Cole is the 7th player from that class to have the opportunity to continue his baseball career at the collegiate level.
In the spring 2011 season, Zach started all 35 games at 2B for the Patriots. He batted .328 from the lead-off spot, and stole 9 bases in 12 attempts. In the field, Cole sported a .925 fielding percentage.
Congratulations to Zach!
The Daily News Journal announced the 2011 All Area team. Several Patriots were chosen to the team for their efforts on the field.
Named to the 1st team was Lipscomb signee Griffin Moore. Moore, a senior, was chosen as an outfielder, hitting .368 with 8 doubles, 4 homeruns, and 33 RBI’s.
Several Patriots were named to the 2nd team. Senior Ryan Hawks, a Birmingham Southern signee, was named to the team as a pitcher. Senior Wesley Monaghan, a Volunteer State Community College… Read the rest
Chase Fann, Ryan Hawks and Griffin Moore have recently been named to the All Region team for Region 4. This team, compiled by the Tennessee Baseball Coaches Association, is comprised of high schools from District 7AAA and District 8AAA. Players are chosen by the Region directors based on nominations by HS coaches. Fann, 3B, Moore, RHP/OF/1B, and Hawks, RHP/1B, all led the Patriots in various categories and were 3 year starters in their career at Oakland.
Congrats to Chase, Ryan… Read the rest
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