[FanofThegame12]

In my honest opinion, I think the 13th region has 5 to 6 teams that have quite a bit of talent, making for an interesting year in the 13th that we might not have seen in awhile. Of course, me being from HC, I want to pick the Black Bears, they have a talented pitching staff, hitters that are improving, etc.

North Laurel, who seems to be everyones front-runner and rightfully should seeing as they were in the Regional Championship last year. IMO, North Laurel is the best hitting team in the 13th region, and if they had solid pitching they could make alot of noise. I got to watch them in the Championship last year and was very impressed by how they put the ball in play and made Clay Co, make a play.

Clay Co, the reigning champs for two years in the 13th, lost a core group but return a solid team that could very well repeat again, if taken lightly. Losing John Wilson, hurt the most but they return Corum, a speedster, and good leadoff hitter, Hensley, who has a good stick and glove. Along with many others.

Middlesboro, who returns a solid group as well, mainly like HC, returning their core group of players, has a solid hitting team, with what seems like to me a pitching staff that's a little weak, but good enough to win them games. Defense and Pitching IMO, was a major factor they should improve on. I look forward to this 52nd District matchup!

South Laurel, who was very young last year, from what I was told, but had a solid team, who could put the bat on the ball and field it pretty good. I don't know much about what they return, maybe someone could help me out?




Gentleman, baseball is quickly approaching the mountains, I hope this weather cooperates for the season, it's been hectic here in Southeastern KY. I can't explain how excited I'am for baseball to finally be here. Give some more input on the 13th region or any baseball thread! :Thumbs: