Congratulations to (L-R) Ty Swaim (VMI), Connelly Early (Army), Alex Balisteri (JMU), Will Riley (VMI), and Ryan Portes (Hampden-Sydney) on their commitments to play baseball at the collegiate level. @JRHSathletics
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Congratulations @Griff_Roberts!
With the 43rd pick of the 2018 #MLBDraft, the @Cardinals select @WakeBaseball RHP Griffin Roberts: atmlb.com/2rPEnaE
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Former JRHS player Ryan Irby made his showcase coaching debut this weekend. Nice to see former players still in the game. @irby_ryan
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Congratulations to our graduating seniors. Best wishes in your future endeavors. @JRHSathletics
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Congratulations to former JRHS SS @cullenlarge on being selected in the 5th round of the MLB draft by the Toronto Blue Jays. @JRHSathletics
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Day at McGuire Veterans Hospital hanging with some
Veterans! Thanks for having us!
@RichmondVAMC @JRHSathletics
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Today we host Cox HS at 5PM in the state quarterfinals. Should be a beautiful weather day to come out and support the Rapids. Hope to see you there.
@JRHSathletics
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Rapids travel to Deep Run HS to play Lake Braddock tomorrow at 2PM in the state semifinals. Your support is welcome. Hope to see you there.
@JRHSathletics
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SHEEESSSSHHH!🔥🔥🔥 @VPasquantino
ALT A photo of Vinnie Pasquantino's custom Players' Weekend bat designed to pay homage to his high school. (Photo by Jason Hanna/Kansas City Royals)
ALT A photo of Vinnie Pasquantino's custom Players' Weekend bat designed to pay homage to his high school. (Photo by Jason Hanna/Kansas City Royals)
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Rapids advance to the next round of the regionals with a 5-1 win tonight. Will play tomorrow’s winner of Clover Hill/Thomas Dale on Tuesday evening at 6PM at JRHS. Come out and support the team.
#rapidsbaseball
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Junior Skylar Petry throws a no hitter in Varsity's 1-0 win tonight. #rapidsbaseball
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We have got to start playing these state championships at The Diamond, Randolph Macon, FredNats Stadium, RF&P… I see all these other state tournaments at minor league stadiums why not @VHSL_
Fluvanna County High School the site of today’s #VHSL Class 3 state baseball finals. Not a venue one would expect to host a state championship game.
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We see you #2!! Callum’s first at bat for Liberty was a RBI single during their sweep of St. John’s this weekend!!! @EarlyCallum
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Current schedule has the Rapids now playing tomorrow (Saturday) at noon and then if we win at 6PM. Both games slated to be played at Deep Run HS. If you have an anti-rain dance, now would be the time to do it.
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JV has 17 hits incl HRs by Trea Zegarra and Benton Hausser in its 11-5 win. Rader and Graham combine for 4 shutout innings in relief.
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Congratulations to former JRHS pitcher @Griff_Roberts for getting drafted by the @Twins in today's portion of the MLB draft. @JRHSathletics
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Skylar Petry scatters 2 hits with one walk and 4 strikeouts over 5 innings to earn the W in today’s 7-3 win. Sam Reid and Ty Swaim each with multiple hits to pace the Rapids.
#rapidsbaseball
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The annual JRHS Christmas tree sale will be held Saturday and Sunday December 4th and 5th starting at 8AM each day. On sale will be trees, wreaths, roping, and more. Please arrive early for the best selection and thank you in advance for your support!
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JV Lineup for tomorrow’s 6PM home game vs Midlothian
Early 6
Butler 7
Smith 3
McCann 10 for 4
Olowiany 2
Craven 1
Harris 5
Poore 8
Grandstaff 9
Kuscsik 4
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Special thanks to all the volunteers and customers of this weekend’s Tree Sale. 🌲
We sold out today! Therefore those who volunteered to help out on Sunday don’t need to come out.
If you were going to purchase from us tomorrow we hope that you will return to us next year.
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THIS GUY NEEDS TO FIND A HOME THE NEXT 4 YEARS! A great player and an even better person!!!!! @CooperHarris_25
Still looking for a home next fall. Here’s a few of my favorite swings from the last couple of months. @VAcardinals @JRHS_Baseball @PrepBaseballVA @BBUncommitted
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The 2018 playoffs start with James River hosting Riverbend at 6PM Thursday (tomorrow) evening. The field is ready and we look forward to a nice night of baseball. Come out and support the team.
#rapidsbaseball
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Rapids take on Colonial Forge in the Regional Final tomorrow at 6PM at JRHS.
Thanks to all of the fans and former players who came out yesterday. We would love your support again tomorrow.
#rapidsbaseball
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Sophomore RHP Ryan Plonski 6IP 2H 0R 0BB 5Ks in yesterday's 1-0 JV win. Sophomore LF Joe LaRuffa with the 6th inning game winning single.
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Congratulations Callum!
Excited to announce my commitment to Liberty University! @jaxonsc @Tyler_CannonLU @PBRVirginiaDC
@VAcardinals @JRHS_Baseball
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Here are our rosters and schedules for the 2023 Fall ball season! I hope you are as excited as we are to get to work!
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Don’t forget to come to JRHS this weekend to get your Christmas tree. The sale will be from 8-5 Saturday and 10-2 Sunday rain or shine. In typical #yearofthecancellation fashion it is supposed to rain but don’t let that deter you. Free local delivery available.
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Rapids will play tomorrow at 1PM against Lake Braddock at Deep Run HS in the State semifinals. Hope to see everyone out there.
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The JV roster list is posted on the door of the varsity locker room.
For the players who made the team, JV will practice 3:30-6PM at JRHS tomorrow (Friday).
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Tryouts begin Monday (April 12th) from 3:30-6:30. Bring your physical and concussion forms as well as your latest report card if these items have not already been turned in. Make sure you bring your gear, a batting helmet, mask, and your own water. Pitchers be prepared to throw.
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Over 21 and looking for something to do Saturday, March 2nd? Join us at our Baseball Night Out event. Should be a good time and a nice way to support the program even if you aren’t directly a part of it. Registration info is on the flyer below. @JRHSathletics
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Much to the surprise of nobody, games are cancelled today. We will try to practice Monday.
#2018theyearofcancellations
Since our fields can’t ever be used for their designated purpose, we are pondering converting them to alternate entertainment:
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Swaringen, Gomez, and Reinhardt combine for 7 of JVs 8 hits & Rader, Margetak, and Portes only allow 2 ERs on the mound in today's 7-4 win.
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That’s our guy!! @VPasquantino LFGGGGGG!
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Mark your calendars. Scrimmage vs Deep Run Friday, March 8th at 5:15PM. Varsity is home, JV away (same time for both games).
#rapidsbaseball
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For obvious reasons practice is cancelled for today.
#2018theyearofcancellations
Coach working the field:
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JV tryouts will start Monday (February 21st) 11AM-3PM. Physicals, concussion forms, and first semester report cards need to be turned in if we haven’t already received. Bring a snack and your own water. Questions should go to Coach Pasquantino.
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Tree sale in full swing today at James River High School. Thanks to all those who have come out to support the program. Hope to see everyone else this afternoon. Trees, wreaths, and garland for sale. Happy holidays!
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Pregame Cosby at James River at 6PM.
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JV increases its consecutive games postponed streak to 5 games. 6 in a row is looking promising with snow forecasted for tomorrow. No JV practice today either.
Varsity is cancelled as well.
#rapidsbaseball
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One hell of a ball game coach! Goodluck next week!
Congratulations to James River on their regional championship. They played a great ball game tonight and came out on the winning side. We wish them all the best next week in the state tournament. We look forward to playing Tuesday at Independence at 6pm
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Spring preseason baseball workouts will be held Tuesdays and Thursdays in March beginning March 2nd from 4-6PM. Days and times subject to change based on field conditions. 8th graders in the JRHS district planning on trying out this year are welcome.
#Rapidsbaseball
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Hausser, Plonski, Riley, Swaringen, and Zegarra each with multiple hits in today's 12-3 JV win. Early, Cook, and Margetak allow only 3 runs.
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The plan for JV tryouts tomorrow (Wednesday) is 3:30-6:30 at the field. Check here often for potential changes due to weather.
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Tryout times beyond Monday will be determined based on weather and will be tweeted out in advance but will be after school.
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Tuesday’s JV tryouts will be from 3:30-5:45 at JRHS assuming playable field conditions. Please monitor this account for changes which may occur due to weather.
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Thanks to everyone who attended tonight’s Baseball Night Out. We would also like to extend a really big thanks to the organizers.
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Come out at 5PM tonight to support @Rapids_BVB in the state semifinals at JRHS. If you are hungry afterward come to JR Baseball night at Wood and Iron until 10PM to support the baseball team. A portion of proceeds benefits the team. . .Good luck to Boys Volleyball!
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We are open for business! These guys are ready to help you pick out your Christmas tree. Beat the rain, we will be out here (James River HS) until 5PM today.
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Reminder-JRHS Baseball is selling Balsam Fir Christmas Trees at JRHS 12/1 2-5PM, 12/2 8AM-6PM,& 12/3 10AM-2PM. Hope to see you there.
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TRYOUT UPDATE 12:45PM
Varsity I/O will start at 3:30 sharp.
JV tryouts are moving to the varsity field. Arrive at 4:30 for stretching by the batting cage. We will go to 7:30. Plan accordingly for schoolwork.
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Varsity will play its first home game of the season tomorrow at 6PM against Manchester. JV will travel to Manchester for a 4:30PM contest. Throw on some purple and come out to a game or two.
#rapidsbaseball
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All players wishing to participate in preseason baseball workouts need to bring their completed concussion and physical forms to the first workout they attend if they don’t already have one on file.
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The varsity team opens the playoffs as the 3 seed and will host Clover Hill Monday at 6PM. A big crowd is needed so bring everyone you know.
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Varsity tryouts will start Monday (February 21st). Be ready to go at 11AM. Physicals, concussion forms, and first semester report cards need to be turned in if we haven’t already received. Bring a snack and your own water. Questions should go to Coach Schumacher.
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JV lineup for Tuesday’s 5PM game at home against Bird.
Riley 6
Poore 9
Smith 3
McCann 10 for 1
Butler 7
Harris 5
Olowiany 2
Craven 4
Bickett 8
Power 1
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Games for today are cancelled. We have had games/practices cancelled this year for snow, rain, tornadoes, water leak, and now tropical storm. We are running out of unique cancellations.
#2018theyearofcancellations
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JV lineup for Thursday’s 5PM game at Monacan HS.
Diemer 7
Bacon 3
Dail 4
Hamilton 6
Smith 1
Vladimirou 8
Banchs 5
Crum 2
Olowiany 10 for 9
Vick 9
Ball bucket - Dail
Helmets - Olowiany
#rapidsbaseball
@JRHSathletics
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It is clearly obvious that the JV continuous postponed streak is increasing by one to six tomorrow. Yes that’s 30% of our allowed games have to be rescheduled. Not sure what the record is to open a season but we have to be getting close. There will not be JV practice either.
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Hampton McClelland with a grand slam and Jack Anderson throws a no hitter in yesterday's 15-0 varsity win. #rapidsbaseball
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Fall JR schedule for this week is below. Apologies for the delay-we have had some external team changes we have been working through.
JR Black (Pasquantino) Tuesday (14th) 4:30 varsity field vs Amelia
JR Purple (Irby) vs JR White (Schumacher) Wednesday (15th) 4:30 varsity field
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Reminders for tomorrow’s tryouts.
11AM start
JV will go to 3PM, please plan rides accordingly
Dress appropriately for baseball and weather, you may need layers
BRING YOUR OWN WATER and snack
Make sure to have concussion, physicals, and report card if not already turned in
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Great day to go to Clover Hill to see our varsity team play at 4:30 then head to JRHS to watch JV play. JV starts at 6PM. 75 is the forecasted high for today.
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JV lineup for Thursday at 5PM at Manchester
Bickett 8
Butler 7
Smith 3
McCann 10 for 1
Olowiany 2
Harris 5
Craven 9
Kuscsik 4
Gomez 6
Hudson 1
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JV lineup for Thursday’s 6PM home game vs Glen Allen
Diemer 7
Hamilton 6
Banchs 5
Smith 2
Rowe 9
Bacon 1
Dail 4
Vladimirou 8
Olowiany 10 for 3
Reid 3
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NOTE: today’s second round regional playoff game between Thomas Dale and James River will now be 7PM at JRHS.
#rapidsbaseball
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20 days until tryouts begin. (Start 2/18, time TBD depending on the weather).
Winter workouts today 3:45-5 at RBA South for 8-9th graders, same time and location tomorrow for 10-12th.
#rapidsbaseball
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Reminder: field cleanup day Saturday 10-noon, both teams, parents welcome to participate.
JV will have BP afterwards noon-1.
12 days until opening day.
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Tryout Schedule for Monday and Tuesday (read carefully):
Varsity:
M: 11AM arrival ending at 1:30PM
T: 3PM-5:30PM
JV:
M: 1:15PM arrival ending at 4:30PM
T: 5PM arrival ending at 7:30PM
The rest of the week TBD based on field conditions.
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Big senior year loading for Cooper!
Had a great weekend in RVA with the @VAcardinals. Didn’t reach the final goal but had fun playing tough competition. I hit .357 on the weekend with 2 singles, 2 doubles, and a Grand Slam! Excited for the rest of the summer! @ksallday19 @PrepBaseballVA @JRHS_Baseball
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JR Baseball night will be Tuesday, Nov. 13th from 4 until 10PM at Wood and Iron - 11400 W. Huguenot Road, Midlothian 23112 (Bellgrade Shopping Center) Website - woodandirongameday.com . Anyone eating there or carrying out please mention JRHS Baseball. Hope to see you there.
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JV lineup for tomorrow’s scrimmage at 5PM at Freeman
Kuscsik 6
Power 9
Quigley 4
Harris 5
Gardner 7
Olowiany 2
McFarlane 10 for 1
Creech 3
Grandstaff 8
Hudson 1
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Fall Ball Roster JR2 - Irby
Z. Childress
L. Craven
C. Early
T. Grandstaff
A. Hansen
M. Hudson
C. Labasky
S. McCann
Z. Nicholas
S. Poore
B. Smith
C. Quigley
J. Wheeler
J. Zegarra
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Current VARSITY tryout plan for Monday, February 18th. If indoor, at RBA South from 10AM-Noon. If outdoor, 10AM-Noon at JRHS. A decision will be made by 7PM Sunday night and posted to this feed. Make sure your paperwork is in prior.
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