FALL WORLD SERIES 2009
03/02/2010
Tammy Talk
Blustery breezes blew Saturday, February 27, 2010, at Turner Lake’s USSSA Spring Opener. The 14U Wizards live their motto:”Start strong finish strong”. They completed the tournament with a 4/5 record.
The pitchers (Mo-D, Demon, 8, and Nolley) pitched and the fielders fielded, but the plays of the day belonged to (cheer girl) Rah-Rah- Bri Weave. Her amazing left field through to home plate gave us a much needed third out and she provided not one, but two amazing acrobatic catches. Thank you Rah-Rah!!
Games require more than awesome defense for a “W”. The big sticks were swung by Mo-D, Demon and Kay-Kay. Helping at the plate with clutch bunts were Timber, 8, and Nitro.
Arctic Accolades for your first place finish in tournament number one!!
We are proud of you!!!
The fans
Welcome to the 14U Wizards season Rachael “the Reaper” Crews and “Nitro” Niki Moncrief Why “the Reaper” and “Nitro”? Rachael, an A-1 catcher, can pick a runner off any bag and Niki, tailor made for third base, throws and hits with such raw power it’s like an explosion.
Welcome Aboard
The fans
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02/13/2010
Tammy Talk
The Fall World Series was held in Conyers, GA, on November 21 – 22. The 14 U Wizards split their pool games (one win and one loss). They proceeded to do the same in bracket play, thus securing their return on day two.
Though the 14U Wizards made it to day two, the rain put a stop to all play.
We look forward to the break, but will miss the competition.
Wizards you fared well against your seemingly older opponents. Rest and recoup the spring awaits.
Tammy E. Rogers
TAMMY TALK
The weather conditions were unfavorable. The rain/mist fell on the 14U Wizards continuously, but the thunderous bats of the heavy hitting Wizards sent a charge into the air and the pitchers brought the heat.
The Wizards reigned supreme on Saturday, October 17, in Jefferson winning 9-5 and 2-0.
Unfortunately, a dark cloud befell the tournament and the team. The tournament was declared a friendly and the sticks of fire grew cold.
Better luck next time. click here for stats who'swho
Tammy E. Rogers
10/3/2009
Tammy Talk
Summer is over and fall ball has begun. The new 14U WIZARDS have blown off the cob webs, practiced hard, and prepared to play.
The 14U Wizards started off the season in style by not only winning their first 14U tournament, but by not losing a game all day. Errorless innings and excellent pitching made 5 wins (allowing only 5 runs all day) possible.
Returning team member, Morgan Dingler (#10) aka Mo-D and new team member Chelsie Nolley (#13) aka Knock'em-N-Nolley are a perfect fit. Each girl brings years of pitching experience, power bats, and key defense to the team. Both players did their part pitching by securing 1 win each.
Great showing girls, keep bringing home the hardware.
Tammy E. Rogers
King of The Mountain 1st Place
This weekend (May 25 – May 26) in Peachtree City, GA, at the King of the Mountain (Sequel) tournament, the 12U Wizards strutted their stuff. Once again, they rose to the occasion and defeated their opponents to bring home the gold.
The teams’ bats spoke with seven hits by Diamond Callwood (1 in the park home run and 8 RBIs), six hits (7 RBIs) from Chandler Carey, followed by India Davis with five hits (6 RBIs).
The Wizards maintained a never say die attitude, coming from behind to win their third game of the day.
Defensively the team wowed the fans with Kaitlyn’s (Rabbit) inning ending bases loaded double play from centerfield to home plate and Bri “rah-rah” Weaver’s game ending left field corner pocket catch.
We are proud of you, we are proud of you!
Tammy E. Rogers
USFA Spring Fling 1st Place
On April 11, 2009, the 12U Wizards competed in the United States Fast-pitch Association 
(USFA) softball Spring Fling tournament, in Jefferson, GA. The unstoppable Wizards effortlessly defeated all their opponents.
Standing 4’9” Jerese “Ocho” Rogers pitched
four nearly perfect games walking (and hitting) only 1 batter and racking up 21 Ks. Helping in relief in the circle were Lexi “Block” and Veronica “6 shooter”.
The hit parade was lead by Diamond Callwood with eight hits and eight RBIs. Lexi aided with six hits and three RBIs followed by India and Veronica with five hits each and a combined eight RBIs.
The strong defense held tight allowing only one run to score in four games.
Congratulations!
Tammy E. Rogers
USFA Crush and Run 2nd Place
On May 2, in Powder Springs, GA, the 12U Wizards secured a come from behind second place win in the Crush and Run tournament.
Down zero to two games, the 12U Wizards rallied the bats to win the next three games, earning a spot in the championship. Chandler “Tater” Carey and Rese “Ocho” Rogers delivered with nine hits each; followed by India “Lightening” Davis and Diamond “Demon” Callwood with seven hits each. 
Kaitlan “Rabbit” Nedham executed amazing defense. Her grass high running basket catch turned double ended the game and forced a one inning shoot out.
Chandler “Tater” Carey (with 12 RBIs) and Diamond “Demon” Callwood (with 9 RBIs) executed amazing offense. Each power hitter cleared the fence (180+ feet) with their first Wizards’ home run.
Wizards we love you,
The Fans
Tammy E. Rogers
Despite some loses, India “Speedy” Davis come through in big fashion. She served the opponents 4 hits (one of which was an in the park home run), crossed the plate 4 times, and drove in 4 runs.
Defensively our hats are off to Chandler “Tater” Carey, India “Speedy” Davis, and Lexi “Block” Griffin. They worked collectively to execute a 2 – 6 – 1 (respectively) out at the plate. Also showing her usual exceptional defense was centerfielder Kaitlan “Rabbit” Nedham reeling in multiple fly balls.
Rest and Recuperate Wizards
-The Fans
Saturday, May 30, in Milledgeville, GA, the 12U Wizards engaged in battle in the CamSport “American Pride” tournament.
Block (Lexi Griffin), V6 (Veronica Burse), and 8 (Jerese Rogers), the Wizards pitching team, allowed only 3 runs for the duration of the tournament. The teams’ hitting complemented the pitching.
Swinging the big sticks were Rah-Rah (Bri Weaver) and 8 with 5 hits each and V6 with 4 hits. Block also contributed with 4 hits, (one triple and one in the park homerun). Swinging the bat for an injured Rabbit (Kaitlan Nedham) was Maple Syrup (Darby Christie) who contributed 2 hits.
Kudos to Demon (Diamond Callwood), for driving in 5 runs (and scoring 4 times) and to Kay-Kay (Kerstin Hilley) and Tater (Chandler Carey) for driving in 4 runs each.
Congrats to the 12U Wizards,
Each Wizard team member contributed with exceptional defense and amazing offense. Successful timely pick-offs, full body layout catches, and impeccable pitching coupled with well-executed bunts, sizzling hits, and speedy steals awarded the 12 U Wizards win after win. Their hard work and combined team effort was rewarded with a second place finish.
You work hard and it shows!
Let us not forget, Amber “Noodles” Childers for handling business at the plate. Kudos to you “Noodles”!
We are proud of each of you,
The Fans
USFA World Series Panama City
Wednesday, July 15, Day 1, Game #1
The girls were victorious, winning 8-0. Rese “Ocho” Rogers stood tall in the circle and allowed only two hits which the Wizard defense quickly contained. 
Offensively, Natalie “Nat-Nat” Delatour acted as a virtual hitting machine. “Nat-Nat” secured three hits (2 singles, 1 triple) and drove in 4 RBI’s.
Lexi “Block” Griffin followed her lead by driving in 2 RBI’s with a double to right center.
Wizards we love you,
The Fans
Tammy E. Rogers
Wednesday, July 15, Day 1, Game #2
Controlling sphere was #44, Natalie “Nat-Nat” Delatour. 
Her offense was impeccable as was her defense. “Nat-Nat” produced 2 doubles and scored 3 times. 
Assisting “Nat-Nat” with runs was “V-6” (Veronica Burse) with 3 RBI’s and “Kay-Kay” with 2 RBI’s.
Wizards we love you,
The Fans
Tammy E. Rogers
July 16, 2009-Thursday, day 2, game 3
The 12u Wizards jumped ahead with a 2 to 1 lead. The team struggled with the bats and the pitching and an international tie breaker was forced.
A series of bunts and hits drew in a run giving the Wizards a 1 run lead. Clutch pitching by “Nat-Nat” provided to quick strike-outs. Out 3 was made by “V6” as she snagged a line drive at first. The Wizards never say die attitude prevailed to secure a 5 to 4 victory.
Start Strong End Strong
Go Wizards!
-Day 2, game 3
The Wizards lost their first racket game. In order to make it to the “Elite-Eight” the 12u Wizards must win three games on Friday.
We believe in you!
Go Wizards!
Friday, July 17-World Series, game 5
The Wizards began game 5 with excellent defense. 2 left-field corner catches by Bri “Rah-Rah” Weaver held the opponent to zero. The second inning brought more of the same with a 6-4, 4-3 double (Speedy-Demon-Block), to end the inning. Clutch hitting by Demon (2 strikes and 1 foul ball) drove in a 5th inning run to a win of 7 to 6.
Game 6
The Wizards began slow, but commanded a lead of 4 to 1 by the second inning. The Wizards held their lead for the duration of the game due to basic base hits, efficient pitching, and solid defense. The Wizards won 6 to 2.
Saturday (Elite 8) here we come.
Saturday, July 18 game 7
The Wizards took an impressive 3 to 0 lead but failed to achieve victory. Seventh place out of 96 is nothing to sneeze at.
Wizards we are proud of you!
A 3 to 4 loss sealed our fate. We were the last GA team to fall.