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                                                  LOUISVILLE ANGELS 2008 PLAYER PROFILES                                                     

 

#1 Antone Towns

Age 25    6'2       220                                                                                                 

Louisville, Kentucky                                                                                          

Western Kentucky- 2005

Outfielder        L/L

 

 

Notes- New to the Angels this year, Antone comes off of 4 solid years at Western Kentucky.  In 2002 he made the All-American Team as a freshman.   Rated 14th best prospect in Kentucky by Baseball America(2004).  Was 2004 pre-season All-Sunbelt Conference.  Earned national player of the week honors in 2004 by Baseball America.   Hit .306 with 55 RBI's 21 2B's and 6 HR's in senior season at Western.  A graduate of Dupont Manual High(2001) where he earned honors as All-District, All-Region, All-State (2001).  Had a stint with the Evansville Otters in 2006.  Is currently an assistant with Manual High Baseball Team.

Comments-Antone brings an abundance of talent and veternship to this team.  Back for a second season, things should come easier this campaign.  Finished the season with a Homerun that almost brought us all the way back in the last game of the season.

 

2 Andrew Herberger                                                                                  

Age 19   6'1     190                                                                                                                                      

Louisville, Kentucky

Spalding University

Middle Infielder     R/R                 

 

Notes-Part of this years new blood. This young gun will help solidify the middle of the infield.  A Louisville St.Xavier 2007 Graduate.  Hit .353 senior year for the Tigers.  Made the All Region team 3 years in a row.  Helped lead the Tigers to the State Semi-Finals in 2006.  Andrew loves to eat, play ball, long walks on the beach, talking to girls, and chillin with the boys!

Comments-Andrew is going to be a good acquisition for us.  He provides depth and enthusiasm to this already solid team.  Coming off of a knee injury at Spalding, he is just beginning to find his legs.  We should see glimpses of the player he will become in the future.

 

#3 Devin Ward

Age 23   6'2    210

Lexington, Kentucky

Spalding Unversity-2006                                                                                                                                     

Outfield       R/R

 

 

Notes-A graduate of Lexington Catholic High School in 2002.  Played four seasons at Spalding University and was a member of two NAIA World Series teams.(2003 and 2005) Hit .333 Junior season, with a .474 slugging percentage. Had 9 doubles, 8 homeruns and a .541 slugging percentage Senior season.  Part of the new core of the Angels in 2006.

Comments-A 5 tool guy on this level, and a 4 tool guy on the next level.  Devin is a young man that is still improving as he starts his post college career.  Enthusiasm is infectious, when channeled in the right direction.  We look for Devin to be a vital part of this team in the coming years.  Maybe his greatest asset is the ability to position himself and others in the outfield.  "He has an uncanny ability, to be in the right place at the right time."

 

#4 T. J.  Brinker

Age  26  6'1   215

St. Clair,  Michigan

Spalding University-2006

Outfield/1B       R/R

 

 

Notes-A graduate of St. Clair High School in 2002.  Earned All-District, All-Area, All-Region honors as a Senior.  Went on to St. Clair Community College after high school.  Made 2nd team MCCAA while at St. Clair Community College.  Moved on to Spalding University for the 2006 season and was part of the Region XII championship game team.

Comments- a true throwback that loves to compete.  His never say die attitude and leadership perpetuate on and off of the field.  T. J. continues to meet challenges, and will be a great asset to this Angel team.  Was a big part of the turn around at the end of 2006 season.  The Angels are going to rely on T. J. 's ability to lead at the right times throughout the season.   

#5 Chris Council

Age 20   6'4    185                                                                                                         

Louisville, Kentucky

Spalding University

Outfield      R/R

 

 

Notes-A graduate of Fairdale High in 2006.  Earned All-District-2006.  Was team MVP in 2006 and made 6th and 7th region All-Stars.  Hit .365 as a Senior and had only a couple of errors.

Comments-A hard working player, that will add depth to this years team.  Has ability to be a tough out in clutch situations.  When Chris's body matures he is going to surprise some people in his ability to play this game.

#6 Brian Blackburn

Age 25   5'10    180

Louisville, Kentucky                                                                       

Brescia- 2006

Outfield/Inf      R/R

 

 

Notes- A graduate of Male High School in 2001.  Hit .350 Senior season and made All-District, All-Region.  Made Regional All-Star team his Senior season.  Moved on to Brescia University in 2002.  Batted .344, 19SB's, 37 RBI's, 3 HR, .468OB%, .459%, .974% Fielding. in Senior year.  Made first team All-Conference in the KIAC 2006.

Comments-Back for a second season, is part of the core group that reached the regional last season.  Will occupy the lead-off spot in the line-up.  Versatility to play a variety of positions makes Brian a true find.  A Ryan Freel type of player that will run thru a wall to make a play.  His style of play will bleed into the other players approaches.

#8  Greg Glasscock

Age  19    6'1     205

Louisville, Kentucky

Spalding University

1B                   R/R

 

 

Notes-This Louisville freshman comes to the Angels after an illustrious high school career. A 2007 Ballard High School Graduate.  His defining moment came in the regional championship game during his senior year as he hit a 10th inning grand slam, to make his team 7th Region Champs. Had a solid Freshman year at Spalding University, where he lead the team with 23 RBI's.  One of Rhino's favorite things to do is take a nap. 

Comments- A big strong first basemen, built like a Rhino, with those tree trunks for legs.  Another of the Young Guns, has the potential to be very good.  Greg needs to keep working hard and getting better.  Will give us small burst of offense this season.  With the lineup around him he should find hitting to his liking.

#9  Bryant Jones

Age    6'0    190  

Lexington, Kentucky

University of Tennessee Martin

Infield              R/R

 

 

Notes-A 2000 graduate of Shelby County High School.  Hit .440 with 13 home runs and made the All-State team in his Senior season.  Played his college ball at University of Tennessee-Martin, where he hit .425 with 8 Hr, 12 2b's, 3 3b's, and was 9th in the nation in hits.  Made All-American his senior season 2005.  Played for the North Shore Spirit in 2005 and hit .333 that season.  Bryant is also an umpire, when he is not playing.

Comments-Another one of those diamonds in the rough.  A true find for this organization, Bryant should pay big dividends for this team.  Has ability to play ss or 2nd at a high level.  Gives us great depth up the middle and will be a true menace on offense.  Look for big things out of this talent as he comes into his prime.

#10  Justin Penland

Age 19   6'3    210

Louisville, Kentucky

Spalding University

Pitcher          R/R

 

 

Notes-A 2005 graduate of Butler High School in Louisville.  Made All-District and 6th and 7th All-Stars Senior season.  Was Butler's "Pitcher of the Year in 2005."  Knee surgery forced him to red shirt in 2006.  Came on strong with some nice outings in 2007 at Spalding University. This sophomore pitcher for Spalding is a Louisville native. He was acknowledged as a 2nd team All Conference performer by the Kentucky Intercollegiate Athletic Conference and lists winning at the Semi-State during his senior year of high school as his top athletic moment.

Comments-Justin has a great attitude and a desire to match.  He wants the baseball and that is what you want from a pitcher.  Good size and talent will keep this young man developing as he matures.  A joy to be around at the ballpark, which keeps guys loose and is an undervalued trait on most ball clubs.

                                    

#11   Mike Millsap

Age 19   6'0     175                                                                                                        

Bardstown, Kentucky                                                                                                                                            

Spalding University

INF.                  R/R       

                                                                                                                                                                                                                             

 

Notes- A graduate of Nelson County High School in 2007.  Made the All-District Senior year and helped team to win the district in 2007.   Just completed Freshman season at Spalding University.  Played in 40 games and hit a Homerun against defending USCAA National Champion Apprentice.  Mike loves to eat and play ball.

Comments-Another one of the Young Guns, that will give us depth up the middle.  Still maturing physically.  Has good hand and feet actions, Mike is that type of player that just keeps getting better and better.  He is a joy to be around and will be great for this ball club.

 

#12  Alex Meadows

Age 20    6'3     205

Hendersonville, Tennessee

Spalding University

Inf                 R/R         

 

 

                                                                                                                                                                                              

Notes-A Beech High (Tennessee) 2005.  Went to NE. Junior College in 2005-06.  Transferred to Calhoun Community College for the 2006-07 season.  Came to Spalding in 2007 and red shirted to develop his mind, body and game. He hails from Hendersonville, Tn. where he once threw a perfect game when he was 14.

Comments- A  major acquisition for the Angels in 2008.  Alex is a big strong talented player, who has the enthusiasm to match.  Should be a great fit at 3rd base for this team.  Alex can be as good as he wants to be.  If he keeps working hard he may have a shot at joining former Angels who are now playing professionally.  The sky is the limit for this great find.

#13     Shawn Thompson

Age 19     6'0      165

Louisville, Kentucky

Spalding University

Inf/Out             R/R

 

 

Notes-A 2007 PRP graduate in Louisville, Kentucky.  Played for coach Bill Miller and was part 4 teams that competed in the State Tournament.  Hit .303 Senior Year and made the 7th Region All-Star team.  In 2008 moved on to Spalding University where he hit .302 his freshman season.   Lead the team with 4 home runs, also had 8 2b's and 4 3b's. Was the USCAA college player of the week during his freshman campaign.

Comments- Shawn brings  toughness and great instincts to the Angels.  He has the ability to play a bunch of positions really well.  Another player in this young guns group that will give us depth at multiple positions.  Has a great pedigree, and should only get better as he matures.

 

#15  Wes Walden

Age 18     5'11        170

Louisville, Kentucky

Brescia University

P                    R/L

 

 

Notes-A 2007 graduate of PRP in Louisville.  Was part of the championship tradition at PRP and in 2008 began freshman year at Brescia University.  Started 11 games as a freshman and had 4 complete games.  Made the KIAC 2nd team All-Conference.

Comments- New to the Angels in 2008, comes from a good high school program and had success as a Freshman.  Gives us another quality left handed arm.  Very interested to see where he is gonna fit in.  Gives our vetern staff depth and versatility.

                                                                                                                                           

#17   Jacob Wardrip

Age  20     5'11      195

Louisville, Kentucky

Spalding University

P             L/L  

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                


 

Notes- A 2006 Louisville St.Xavier graduate. He once pitched 12 scoreless innings in a single day for his top athletic moment. As a high school performer Jacob was recognized as All District and All Region in both his junior and senior seasons. He was a 3 year varsity performer and was named as an Outstanding Player at the Florida Beach Bash. Had 67 pickoffs in 4 year career.  Helped lead his team to a  2006 Final Four apperance. Jacob owns a house, a dog named (Jeter), and likes having a good time.  Watch out ladies! 

Comments-Jacob joins the Angels this year after having pitched in the regionals for the Angels in 2007.  Pitched a complete game in a 9-2 win in the regionals.  Jake is a multi-talented pick up.  He will add depth to this team's staff.  He will see action as a starter and reliever this year. May also be called upon to pinch hit as he showed ability at Spalding to play both ways.  A great pickoff move and clubhouse presence make "Jake the Snake" a good addition.

 

#19    Brian Wade

Age 23     5'7       175

Louisville, Kentucky

Spalding University 2007

Inf                     R/R       

                                               

 

Notes- A 2003 Graduate of Waggener High School in Louisville.  Brian was team captain and All Conference his Senior season.  Was a part of the 2005 Spalding team that went to the World Series and finished 5th that year.  Also was on Conference and Regional Championship teams 4 years in a row.

Comments- Brian comes back for a 3rd season with the Angels in 2008. A knee injury forced him to miss all of last season, but his hard work has gotten him ready for this upcoming season.  Brian has the ability to play 3 or 4 different positions, which gives us depth at alot of places.  His veternship and hard work attitude will be a bonus for the Young Guns on the team.  

#23   Brandon Fenwick

Age 20    6'0        180

Louisville,Kentucky

Spalding University

Inf/Out                 R/R

 

 

Notes-a 2006 graduate of Fern Creek High School.   He was recognized as an All Region 7 Team player and his top moment was hitting a walk off home run. Moved on to Spalding University in 2007.  Had 9 2b's, 28 walks and 12 sb's in his Sophomore season for the Golden Eagles.            

Comments- Brandon retuns for his 2nd season with the Angels. Stepped in during the playoffs at the end of last season and was a big part of our post season run.  Brings us depth and a hard nosed attitude on the bases. 

24  B.J. Stivers

Age 23    6'2     215

Louisville, Kentucky

Spalding University 2007

P                    R/R

 

 

Notes-A Trinity High School graduate in 2003.  Was part of the 2002 Trinity team that made it to the final game of the 2002 State Championship.  Went on to bigger things at Spalding University where he was part of the 2005 World Series team that went 54-23.  Faced 159 batters and pitched 34 inn. for Angels in 2006 3rd all-time single season. Anchored the staff in 2007 before freak injury(finger) ended season, in the next to last game.  Missed the postseason but is healthy again.  With a full season B.J. is on pace to break multiple career records.

Comments- "Big Pimp" is back for a 3rd season with the Angels and even more is expected out of him.  Will occupy a starters role for this team, and as the vetern of the staff has to show the young arms how to get it done when it counts. We need his arm to carry us at times.  B.J. knows how to keep his team close, and with this offense that should mean wins for him.

#30   Andy Brinker

Age 23     6'0     205

St.Clair, Michigan

Oakland University 2006

C                    R/R

 

 

 

Notes-A 2003 St.Clair High School (Michigan) graduate. Made 1st team All-State in 2003.  After high school played college ball at Oakland University in Michigan.  Finished playing college baseball in 2007 and is back for a 3rd season with Angels.  Played in 23 games in 2007 and lead the team in home runs. 

Comments-Andy is a big part of our 2 catcher system.  Gives us maximum effort every time out and some veteren leadership behind the plate.  should be an assest to our young pitchers on staff.

#31   Micheal Cochran

Age 21     6'0     250 

Rineyville, Kentucky

Spalding University

P              R/R

 

 

 

Notes-A Graduate of North Hardin High School in 2004.  Just completed his Junior year at Spalding University where he led the team in wins(5), innings pitched (66.0) and complete games (5).  Mike pitched 1-0 complete game shutout in the 2007 regional tournament for the Angels. In that game he had 9 k's and only allowed 3 hits.The Rineyville, Ky. native was recognized as a 2nd team All Conference selection by the Kentucky Intercollegiate Athletic Conference and lists Spalding’s appearance at the NAIA World Series as his top athletic moment.

Comments-Mike comes back for a second season with the Angels.  Finished the year strong for us in the regionals last season.  Mike has some of the best ability on our staff.  If he learns how to bring it every game he pitches, then we could see big things by the time the tournament rolls around.  We will be counting on "Big Mike" to anchor one of our starting pitching spots for the 2008 season.  

#33    Zev Bernard

Age  22       5'10      210

Montclair, California

Spalding University

C                R/R

 

 

 

Notes- A 2004 graduate of Montclair Prep.(California).   Made all-conference(Olympic) his Senior year.  Won his teams leadership award in 2004.  Transferred to Spalding University in 2008.  Will be a Senior next season.   

Comments-  A joy to be around on and off the field.  Ability to hit will be counted on at times.  The other part of our catching duo, Zev gives us depth in the batting order and behind the plate.  Watch for the Cobra to strike in 2008!                                                                               

 

 

#34   Brett Hunt

Age 22    6'3   235

Lexington, Kentucky

Brescia University 2008

Inf                   L/L

 

 

Notes-A 2004 Lexington Dunbar graduate.  All-City selection in 2003 & 2004.  MVP of Beach Bash in Florida in 2003.  Won teams Homerun Award in 2003.  Won Batting Average and RBI Award 2004.  A recent graduate of Brescia University, where he was All Conference in 2007 and 2008.  Lead his team to the Region XII Regional Tournament in each of the last 2 years.  Broke Angels Single Season Records in Games(26) At Bats(79) Hits(35) 2B's(9) 3B's(2) Total Bases(51) RBI's(22) On Bases(46).  Nuff said!

Comments- Wow what a season, for this diamond in the rough.  Makes me glad I can bring in talent that most won't look for or find.  Brett absolutely set the league on fire.  He had a great Senior year at Brescia, and we are expecting his bat to carry us much the way it did last year.  Brett has a great approach to hitting: turn on the inside pitch and bang away the outside pitch.  has a great knack for fouling off a pitch until he gets a mistake.  Move over Adam Dunn, Superman is here!

#35   Brad Blackburn

Age 22     6'0      200

Louisville, Kentucky

Spalding University

P                      R/R

 

 

 

Notes- A  2004 Trinity High School graduate.  Earned pitcher of the year, with only one loss as a senior in 2004.  Just finished his junior season at Spalding University.  Had a 2.59 ERA as a sophomore, with 7 saves.  Made 1st team All-Conference in the KIAC in 2007.  Is 2 saves shy from breaking Spalding's all time record.  Had a 2.70 ERA for the Angels, to go with 3 saves for the 2007 season.

Comments- Brad is back for a 2nd season with the Angels.  Closers mentallity should be a good fit.  Brad needs to get back to enjoying the game of baseball.  The rest will take care of itself.  Brad can be dominate for short periods at a time.

 

#44 Bryan Bradler

Age  21        6'0        175

Shelbyville, Kentucky

Spalding  2007

Outfield            R/R

 

 

 

 

Notes-A 2005 Shelby County High School graduate. Moved on to Spalding University in 2007.  Hit .313 as a freshman and made KIAC All-Conference team.  Was part of the 2007 Angels team that won 2 regional games in Springfield.

Comments- "Triple" brings a great outfield glove and presence.  His speed gives us the ability to pressure defenses on the bases.  Brad is still learning as he matures, and his game should continue to get better as the season goes by.  Gives us speed and depth in the outfield.