Dennis Maffezzoli

1 month ago | tcpalm.com | Dennis Maffezzoli

Dennis MaffezzoliSpecial to TCPalmSeveral high school baseball teams on the Treasure Coast are emerging as strong contenders for the postseason. Vero Beach High School boasts an undefeated record with a dominant pitching staff, while Martin County High School and St. Lucie West Centennial are also showing promise. John Carroll Catholic and St. Edward's of Vero Beach are among the top teams in the smaller schools category.

2 months ago | tcpalm.com | Dennis Maffezzoli

Dennis MaffezzoliSpecial to TC PalmPORT ST. LUCIE — Here is a fan's guide to New York Mets spring training in Port St. Lucie:When is the first workout for pitchers and catchers? Wednesday, Feb. 12When is the first full-squad workout? Monday, Feb. 17Need a break? Play the USA TODAY Daily Crossword Puzzle. Can fans attend pre-spring training game workouts? Yes, workouts are held on the back fields of Clover Park. Workouts are open to the public and free to attend.

2 months ago | tcpalm.com | Dennis Maffezzoli

Dennis MaffezzoliSpecial to TC PalmNOLAN BARNESSchool: Fort PierceWestwood AcademyClass: JuniorRight-handed pitcher/third baseman batted .370 with 12 runs scored. On the mound, Barnes had a 2.77 earned run average with team highs of 47 strikeouts and 35 ⅓ innings. An All-Area selection a year ago. OLIVER “OJ” BELLSchool: Fort PierceWestwoodNeed a break? Play the USA TODAY Daily Crossword Puzzle.

2 months ago | tcpalm.com | Dennis Maffezzoli

Dennis MaffezzoliSpecial to TC PalmVERO BEACH – Bryan Rahal is not just putting together a program at Vero Beach High School, he is building a culture and setting standards for years to come. “Just the overall culture of the program and what the coaches bring to us to practice and the leadership we have as far as defense, at the plate and on the mound,” Vero Beach senior catcher Cole Morgan said.

2 months ago | tcpalm.com | Dennis Maffezzoli

FORT PIERCE CENTRAL HIGHCoach: David ThomasLast year: 10-13Coach’s outlook: “We have the depth and team chemistry to compete with anyone. We have our eyes set on a district championship and making a run at the State Final Four. We play a very tough schedule by design and alot of our games are away. This will help us become a stronger team when we start district playoffs.”FORT PIERCE WESTWOOD ACADEMYCoach: Taylor BarnesNeed a break? Play the USA TODAY Daily Crossword Puzzle.