Select your top 5 / 12u teams from Brackeys top 10

[fatguyonthebucket]

You're probably right on that one. I still think both BB teams are pretty solid offense & defense. I think even though BB-S had a few mishaps last week they are pretty strong as well as BB-R's team. Still the top 2 teams in my opinion going from this last tournament but still way to early to crown either one.

Player movement is the only chance 3-10 will have to knock off one of the BB's teams

[Phantom]

I think many of you would agree BB-Ray's dominance during the fall was his pitching. Offensively and Defensively they are not in Brackey's top 5.

2010 will be interesting.

I will agree that BB Ray has good pitching but will disagree that they are not top five offensively and defensively, BB Ray can hit, they are deep bat wise, not sure about defense, nobody really puts the ball in play much against them from what ive seen

You are probably right on that one. I still think both BB teams are pretty solid offense & defense. I think even though BB-S had a few mishaps last week they are pretty strong as well as BB-R's team. Still the top 2 teams in my opinion going from this last tournament but still way to early to crown either one.

BB Snow will definitely need to pick up some pitching to be successful at nationals

[anonlooker]

Good pitching makes average defenses look outstanding.

Good pitching makes average defenses look bored.

[RICHARD SKINNER]

I know there will be player movement in the sping. Saw a lot of studs this past weekend sitting the bench. Remember parents the prestige of an organization sometimes isn't worth your kid sitting. We all spend a lot of time and cash on this sport and the only way to get exposure on any level is to be on the field all the time!

[Dropn N]

Richard Skinner if this is your real name....what is your avatar going to look like

[access2]

I know there will be player movement in the sping. Saw a lot of studs this past weekend sitting the bench. Remember parents the prestige of an organization sometimes isn't worth your kid sitting. We all spend a lot of time and cash on this sport and the only way to get exposure on any level is to be on the field all the time!

Very good statement- I know the this thread is focusing on '97 teams. This also, IMO, applies to '98s-

[Popsof4]

I think many of you would agree BB-Ray's dominance during the fall was his pitching. Offensively and Defensively they are not in Brackey's top 5.

2010 will be interesting.

I will agree that BB Ray has good pitching but will disagree that they are not top five offensively and defensively, BB Ray can hit, they are deep bat wise, not sure about defense, nobody really puts the ball in play much against them from what ive seen

You are probably right on that one. I still think both BB teams are pretty solid offense & defense. I think even though BB-S had a few mishaps last week they are pretty strong as well as BB-R's team. Still the top 2 teams in my opinion going from this last tournament but still way to early to crown either one.

BB Snow will definitely need to pick up some pitching to be successful at nationals

Very, very true!

[Iron Ballls]

I think many of you would agree BB-Ray's dominance during the fall was his pitching. Offensively and Defensively they are not in Brackey's top 5.

2010 will be interesting.

I will agree that BB Ray has good pitching but will disagree that they are not top five offensively and defensively, BB Ray can hit, they are deep bat wise, not sure about defense, nobody really puts the ball in play much against them from what ive seen

You are probably right on that one. I still think both BB teams are pretty solid offense & defense. I think even though BB-S had a few mishaps last week they are pretty strong as well as BB-R's team. Still the top 2 teams in my opinion going from this last tournament but still way to early to crown either one.

BB Snow will definitely need to pick up some pitching to be successful at nationals

Very, very true!

I think this was the topic 2 years ago right up until they double dipped Corona Angels to win Nationals. I am sure the top teams are looking at what needs they might have to pick up for Nationals.

[Under the Radar]

I think many of you would agree BB-Ray's dominance during the fall was his pitching. Offensively and Defensively they are not in Brackey's top 5.

2010 will be interesting.

I will agree that BB Ray has good pitching but will disagree that they are not top five offensively and defensively, BB Ray can hit, they are deep bat wise, not sure about defense, nobody really puts the ball in play much against them from what ive seen

You are probably right on that one. I still think both BB teams are pretty solid offense & defense. I think even though BB-S had a few mishaps last week they are pretty strong as well as BB-R's team. Still the top 2 teams in my opinion going from this last tournament but still way to early to crown either one.

BB Snow will definitely need to pick up some pitching to be successful at nationals

Very, very true!

I think this was the topic 2 years ago right up until they double dipped Corona Angels to win Nationals. I am sure the top teams are looking at what needs they might have to pick up for Nationals.

I think he did improve his pitching by getting 00
Ialso think that pitching is more imprortant in 12u than in 10u, as the batters in 12u are a little more savy & skilled? JMO

[outfielder]

You're probably right on that one. I still think both BB teams are pretty solid offense & defense. I think even though BB-S had a few mishaps last week they are pretty strong as well as BB-R's team. Still the top 2 teams in my opinion going from this last tournament but still way to early to crown either one.

Player movement is the only chance 3-10 will have to knock off one of the BB's teams

CA played Ray into ITB...Ray beats Snow 2-1...FC '98 put up 3 or 4 on Ray...Ray is beatable (only scored three runs against #2 & #3), but a true champion knows how to win the close games and come from behind...and they did. In the top bracket they will have to rely on more than just their flame-thrower. Bottom bracket teams will be allowed to rest their #1's a bit on Sunday. Do I think they are number 1...yes, but more will be revealed this weekend.