He batted .390 with seven home runs and was 3-5 with 38 strikeouts. Josh Mitchell is the top pitcher returning. Spriggs, Daniel Sawyer, Chris Marsh, Brad French, Tyler Lyon and David Martin are the other hurlers. Rhea County is coached by Wes Caldwell, whose team was 12-18 last season. He will have seven seniors, two juniors and seven sophomores.
Every guy plays a role.
This district is tough as always. Matt Riggs is the top returnee. He is one of the fastest kids in these parts. The regular season begins next week.