TAMPA, Fla. – When Alex Passarella came to Florida he brought his heat with him. He’s hoping to unveil it full time sooner rather than later. “We got him in the fall with low expectations and [then] he starts topping out at 96 miles per hour,” Coach Joe Urso said. “So the scouts start raving […]
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Tampa 2B Ehrhard has many mentors who helped define game
Drew Ehrhard knows that putting in hours of practice is the key to success.
Stoneman Douglas shooting still a part of Tampa U. outfielder’s life
On Feb. 14, 2018, outfielder Yorvis Torrealba returned to his locker at the College of Central Florida after a game and found his phone full of concerning and distraught messages.
Spartans’ backstop Maynard searching for consistency in Urso’s system
Catcher Danny Maynard knows success for anyone under head coach Joe Urso’s system comes from being able to swing the bat.The University of Tampa manager’s style is dependant on players to come in and perform each and every day.
Tampa double threat Aleywine hasn’t seen the mound this year, but he’s hitting a storm
Alec Aleywine hasn’t pitched for the University of Tampa this season but that’s not bad news for him.
Nick DeTringo’s versatility key to Tampa Spartans’ success in 2019
DeTringo’s ability to play both the infield and outfield has allowed Joe Urso’s squad to be dynamic and win more games.
Keven Pimentel leads U. of Tampa pitching staff with confidence
Pimentel flirted with a perfect game by not just using his pitching ability but also his mentality.
Phillies fans flock to Florida for pre-season fun in the sun
A family affair For many, the annual pre-season is a chance to see their favourite team in action for the first time since the off-season. For others, it’s a chance to spend quality time with their families and transcend the sport of baseball to their kin. The Brault family, who travelled all the way […]
For fans, Spring Training signals intimacy
There is nothing quite like the size and grandeur of Major League Baseball’s regular season and playoffs, but Spring Training camp radiates an aura all its own.
Blue Jays attract fans from coast-to-coast down to Spring Training
Canadians families enjoy Spring Training time to travel thousands of miles to see the Toronto Blue Jays in action.