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COUGARS ADD HIGHLANDERS
August 1, 2008

The Clermont Cougar Baseball team has added two 2008 Oak Hills High School graduates to the 2009 Baseball roster.  Cody McIntyre and Chase Vestering will add depth to the Cougar staff.  Both are right-handers and both had solid summer seasons for their respective teams.  Cody, recovering from shoulder problems, had a solid summer with the JB Yeager 18-year-olds and Chase had four complete game outings with the Futurestars’ 18’s, getting the win all four times.  They are both great additions to the Cougars’ roster. 

COUGARS ADD PITCHING DEPTH
July 23, 2008

Kenny Doran, a 2008 graduate of Roger Bacon High School, has committed to play baseball for the Clermont Cougar Baseball team in 2009.  Kenny posted a 1.24 ERA for the Spartans in 2008 and brings a fast ball clocked in the mid-80’s from the right side to a now formidable Cougar pitching staff.  Kenny’s cousin, Ryan Doran, played for the Cougars during their inaugural 2008 season. As this year’s recruiting season winds down, the Cougar Coaching staff is very pleased and optimistic heading into the 2009 baseball season.

NEW RICHMOND STANDOUT TO JOIN COUGARS
July 9, 2008

New Richmond standout Jeff Case (2007) will be transferring to Clermont College from Shawnee StateUniversity to play baseball for the Clermont Cougars in 2009.  Jeff excelled at several sports while attendingNew Richmond High School.  He was an accomplished hitter, fielder and pitcher in baseball.  He was used primarily as a pitcher during his freshman year at Shawnee State.  He will compete for a starting position in the field for the Cougars.  Jeff adds much needed depth to the Cougar baseball team and the Coaching staff are enthusiastic about this addition.  

AMELIA GRADUATE TO JOIN COUGAR PITCHING STAFF
July 9, 2008

Amelia graduate Brandon Huber (2007) will join the Clermont Cougar Baseball team in 2009.  Brandonhas become a very accomplished RHP this summer for the Post 72 American Legion Baseball team.  He has thrown several complete games this summer and his fast ball has recently been clocked at 86 MPH.  Brandonhas several ties to the Clermont Baseball team and played at Amelia High School for Cougar coaches Jack Harbison and Bill Scott.  Brandon joins a formidable Cougar Pitching staff and will compete for a starting spot on the 2009 Cougar squad.  The addition of Brandon has excited the Cougar Coaching staff.

COUGARS ADD COACH TO STAFF
July 9, 2008

The Clermont College Cougar Baseball team is pleased to announce the addition of Keith Bauman (Milford, OH) to the 2009 Coaching staff.  Keith has been the head coach of the Cincinnati Talons Select baseball team since 2003.  The team features some the Eastside’s best talent and Keith has proven his skills as a recruiter, which will be a valuable asset to the Cougar baseball team.  Keith has also served on the Board of the South West Ohio League, the largest Amateur Baseball organization in the United States.  Keith currently resides in the Milford area with his wife, Teri, and their daughter Morgan, a senior at Milford High School. Keith’s two sons, Chris and Brennan both attend Bluffton University and are on Bluffton’s baseball team.

"UC Clermont's first baseball team successful"
Article from The Clermont Sun, July 15, 2008

BETHEL PITCHER TO JOIN COUGARS
July 3, 2008

Michael Taylor, a 2008 graduate of Bethel-Tate High School, has committed to play baseball for the Clermont Cougar Baseball Team.  Michael is a Righthander with a fast ball that has been clocked in the upper 80’s.  He joins an already formidable 2008-2009 recruiting class and will be a valuable addition to the Cougar pitching staff. 

LYNCHBURG ACE COMMITS TO COUGARS

July 3, 2008  

Derek Harris, the Ace of the 2008 Lynchburg High School Baseball team, has committed to pitch for the Clermont Cougars in 2009.  Derek brings a strong right arm, with his fast ball clocked in the mid 80’s and a solid breaking pitch.  The Cougar Coaching staff believes Derek will compete for a spot in the starting rotation.  Harris is pitching this summer for the powerful Hillsboro American Legion team and has continued to have quality starts so far this summer.  The Cougar coaches are excited with this addition.  

COUGAR BASEBALL ADDS SOUND TO 2009 HOME GAMES

July 3, 2008  

Ryan Markovic, a 2008 graduate from Glen Este High School, will be taking on the announcing and sound tech duties at all Cougar home games played at Midland Field in the 2009 season.  Ryan is an incoming freshman and was active in many Glen Este sports as scorekeeper, announcer, and also did some advance scouting.  He will be assisting the Cougar Coaching staff with scorekeeping at away games and will also be helping with advance scouting.  We are pleased to add Ryan to our team.  

COUGARS ADD TRIO OF LEFTHANDERS TO STAFF
June 27, 2008

The Cougar Coaching staff have been busy during the off-season, recruiting new players.  They have now landed three outstanding LH pitching prospects to their 2009 pitching staff.

James Pulskamp, a 2008 graduate from Amelia High School has committed to the Cougars.  Jimmy has ties to former Amelia, and current Cougar, coaches Jack Harbison and Bill Scott.  He will definitely add some left-handed punch to the Cougars pitching line-up.  This past spring, Jimmy had 22 strikeouts in 19 innings of work for the Barons.

Transferring from Xavier University is former Loveland standout, Nate Hirsch (2007).  Nate wasLoveland’s ace in 2007, where he grabbed Most Valuable Pitcher honors, as well as being named to the FAVC All League 1^st Team.  Expected to be a huge addition to the Cougar pitching staff in 2009, Nate is slated for a starting role.  Pitching Coach Bill Scott is elated with this addition.

Finally, another transfer will be joining the Cougars.  Former Mason Lefthander Justin Krause (2006) will be transferring to Clermont College from Sinclair Community College.  Kraus had an excellent career with Mason and also pitched with recent Clermont Transfer Ryan Fulton on the 2006 Team Ohio Battle of the States team, coached by assistant Cougar Coach, Dino Costanzo.  Justin threw 8 shutout innings in that tournament and Coach Costanzo watched him through another 8-0, 7 inning shutout this past week in the South West Ohio College League.  Justin is expected to have a starting role in 2009.  The Cougar Staff welcomes these fine additions to the team.

COUGARS ADD CATCHING & OUTFIELD DEPTH TO ROSTER

In a busy recruiting season, the Clermont Coaching Staff has added 3 transfer students to the 2009 Roster. Tony Ramirez, a 2007 Madeira graduate, is transferring to Clermont from the University of Toledo, joining the team in 2009.  Tony was a four-year varsity starter for the Mustangs and will join former teammates Zach Van Fleet and CJ Hillberg.  Tony hit a .400 or higher all four years for the Mustangs, grabbing both All-City and All-League honors in his senior season.  He is a catcher and one heck of an offensive threat, according to Head Coach Spriggs.  Spriggs goes on to say “Tony will have an immediate impact on our team”.

Catcher/Outfielder DJ Seaman (07 Turpin Grad) will be transferring to Clermont from Wright StateUniversity.  DJ hit over .300 and was the starting catcher for Turpin in both his junior and senior years.  His speed makes him a versatile option for the 2009 Cougar outfield.  Coach Spriggs says DJ is a solid player and a great addition to the Cougar team.

Finally, Andrew Yokely is transferring to Clermont from Austin Peay State University (Clarksville, TN). Andrew is a speedy catcher/outfielder with a strong arm and will bring much-needed depth to the Clermont Cougar baseball team. 

LOCAL FIREBALLER HEADS COUGAR WAY
June 20, 2008

Standout RHP Ryan Foulton (2007 Milford Grad) will transfer from Wabash College to Clermont Collegefor the 2008-2009 school year.  Ryan’s fastball has been consistently clocked in the mid- to upper 80s and has made him the toast of area coaches for the last several years.  Ryan has several ties to the Cougar Coaching staff, having played several summers for the Nationally Recognized Midland Baseball Program (whose home field is also home for the Clermont Cougars).  Ryan  pitched in the 2006 Blue-Gray National Invitational for assistant coach Dino Costanzo, as well as playing for the other Cougar/Midland coaches.  He is a super influence on the bench and the hill, bringing a true baseball attitude to his environs.  The Cougar players and coaches are all excited about this addition to the team.  

COUGARS ADD SUMMIT HITTER TO ROSTER
June 14, 2008

Zack Barkalow, a multi-talented senior for the 2008 Summit Knights Baseball team, has committed to play baseball for the Clermont Cougars in 2009.  Barkalow played various positions for the Knights in 2008 and posted a .432 avg in 27 games.  He also hit 3 HR’s, had 23 RBI’s, 32 runs scored, and 22 stolen bases.  His blend of speed and power will be a welcome addition to the Cougar’s 2009 lineup. 

COUGARS ADD GOSHEN PAIR TO RANKS

June 14, 2008

 
The Clermont Cougars Baseball team has received commitments to play baseball during the 2009 Season from Goshen HS Seniors Kyle Daulton and Chris Petry.  Daulton pitched and played shortstop for the Warriors, while hitting .394 and stealing 15 bases this past Spring.  Petry was also a pitcher for the Warriors, making 6 appearances and posting a 2.76 ERA.  As a hitter and 3^rd baseman, Petry hit .431 with 16 stolen bases.  Both players are expected to compete for a spot on the mound and at the plate for the Cougars in 2009.

CHRIS TILLERY TO PITCH FOR COUGARS

June 14, 2008

Senior Chris Tillery, a RH Pitcher and infielder from Eastern Brown HS, has committed to play baseball for the Clermont Cougars in 2009.  Chris was 3-1 with 25 strikeouts for the District Campion Warriors and also posted a .360 batting average.  Chris throws a hard fastball from the right side and controls it well, giving up just 8 walks this past Spring.  He brings much-needed depth to the Clermont Pitching staff for the ’09 Season. 

CLERMONT FIRST BASEMAN GRABS USCAA PLAYER OF THE WEEK HONORS
June 9, 2008

Freshman Nic Costanzo (Mariemont) grabbed the United States College Athletic Association’s (USCAA) Player of The Week honors during the Cougars last week of the regular season.  Costanzo went 11 for 25 (.444 avg) with 2 home runs, 3 doubles, and 10 RBI’s in that week.  Costanzo helped the Cougars win 2^nd place in the ORCC West division and Runner-Up in the ORCC Conference Tournament this past month.  Nic is one of nine incoming sophomores returning to the Cougar lineup in Spring 2009.  The other returning players include Derek Cooper (Milford HS), Western Brown Graduates Bobby Noeth and Patrick Schneider; Colerain Grads Joey Fehr and Ryan Stang; Jerry Neely (Glen Este); CJ Hilberg and Zach Van Fleet (Madeira); Zach Zuke (Purcell Marian); and Ryan Bucher (Mason).  Returning Upperclassmen include Brady Denton and Bobby Pangallo (McNicholas) and Dave Garrett (Goshen).  Congratulations to all the players on a successful inaugural season.