T-Wolves have shot at State title

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by Ben Olsen

When people think of the sports programs at Timpanogos the team that has always stood out as having the most talent would be the baseball. Once again Timpanogos has one of the most talented squads in the state and they appear on paper to be one of a few teams competing for a state championship. In fact Timapanogos is ranked second in the state only behind their region rivals the Spanish Fork Dons. This only motivates the team according to Coach Kim Nelson, who’s team looks to prove the voters wrong. “We want to come out and show them what we have got.

The reason they were chosen second, according to the voters is that Spanish Fork has more pitching depth than our T-Wolves. However this weakness looked to be a strength for the T-Wolves when they played the Northridge Knights on Tuesday. The T-Wolves beat the Knights 4-0 thanks to the outstanding pitching of senior Gentry Craft. With the bases loaded in the fifth inning and nobody out Craft was able to pull of the unthinkable. Not only did he not give up a run but, he stuck out the next there batters.

“That tells you a lot about what type of a player he is right there,” said coach Nelson. “He was able to reach down in and refocus and find what he needed to get those guys out.

After the game Croft added “I expect to win every time I step on the mound. I want to be 8-0 on the year and win a state title. I had an all right day, but I know I can do a little better.

The Timberwolves have high aspirations for this season, and Gentry is expected to be a big part of their success. Other key players include Bret Lopez, Grant Jimenez, and Rhett Nelson. Timapanogos is considered to have the best line-up in the state. Not only can they hit for power, but they also can hit for average because of their overall team speed. They are also a solid defense club and with the power arms of Gentry and Rhett its hard not to like the T-Wolves.

Even with such a good team on paper some teams crumble under the pressure and fail to live up to there lofty expectations. The players as well as the coach’s are aware of this and they are trying to do everything that they can in order to prevent it.

Bret Lopez said, “Our goal is to win the state tournament anything less will be a disappointment. “

The team seems to be well on their way to achieving this goal. Not only did they start out the season 4-0, but they also one a very prestigious tournament in San Diego two weeks ago. The team is looking as good as ever.

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