The Salt Lake Tribune and the Deseret News newspapers have both published their 2008 ALL STATE BASEBALL Teams over the last two days. Tyson was selected FIRST TEAM by both papers! Congratulations Tyson! What a great finish to a great high school career!
Download 2008_des_news_all_state.pdf
Ali
Yikes! I can’t seem to catch up on everything! I put life on hold while the State Baseball Tournament was going on, and then there was Baccalaureate and Graduation….then the all night grad party, and more graduation parties last weekend. I can’t catch up with my laundry, housework, clutter, etc. There’s always tomorrow, right?!?!?!
We had Madi’s softball banquet last weekend at The Cottonwood Club and it was really nice. A tad pricey, but the food was good, and they did a great job with the banquet. Madi received the Slugging Percentage Award, which is based on the number of bases per at bat. So, the more extra base hits you get, the higher your slugging percentage is. It’s a pretty cool award, and only the 2nd freshman to ever receive it. We were soooo proud of her! Go Madi!
Saturday, Tyson was invited to participate in the Senior All Star Game at Lindquist Field. He and his friend Joe, were the 2 seniors selected from Judge Memorial. It was a fun time. All Star games usually aren’t very exciting to watch, as you have to juggle playing time, and positions with all of the other players, so it wasn’t a very exciting game. Well, until the end. It was the bottom of the 9th inning the North Allstars (Tyson’s team) were down 13-12. There were two runners on base and two outs, and Tyson is up to bat. Nice! If your a baseball Mom, you know exactly what I am saying when I say “Why is MY KID always the one up to bat when there are 2 outs!” Sooo much pressure! I thought I was going to pass out or hyperventilate! But, in true Tyson fashion, he came through big and hit out to deep right field, scoring two runs and winning the game for the North All Stars. It was pretty cool! Nerve-wracking! But fun! Tyson caught for his best friend Joe, the last two innings of the game. It will most likely be the last time they ever play on the same team together, and the last time T will ever catch for Joe. They have been playing ball together (catcher and pitcher) for 12 years. I can’t believe it! Kind of bittersweet!
Ali
Phew! Deep breath! Tyson has finally graduated! And I can FINALLY take a moment to relax and enjoy. What a ride, the past 4 years have been. So much fun, with many academic and athletic highlights. We are so proud of Tyson, and we can’t wait to see what is in store for him next! Thursday night was the Baccalaureate Mass at The Cathedral of the Madeleine . So very cool! The Cathedral is gorgeous and the religious side of Mass was awesome! They “suggested” we didn’t bring our cameras inside the Cathedral, as pictures are frowned upon, and me being a “rule-follower” (HA!!!!!!!), didn’t take mine in. What was I thinking! Bummer, no photos! Friday night we had a graduation celebration at my brother’s house for Tyson. Lot’s of good food (BBQ), good friends, good wine (LOL!) and good times! A late night though! The kids went to bed long before we did! Lot’s of Tyson friends came, and a lot of family friends and JUDGE families were there to celebrate the night away. Madi had a softball tournament the next morning (Yikes!). I have NO IDEA how Carl and Madi woke up so early! Tyson had a senior brunch and graduation practice at the crack of dawn. Once again, I have no idea how they all got up so early! I slept until about 9:30…and they were all gone and on their way! I made it to Madi’s tournament (better late than never!), and watched her comp team (didn’t we just finish high school ball?) make it to the championship game. They ended up taking 2nd place which was VERY COOL! Madi had some “clutch” hits to get the team to the championship. Go Madi! Saturday night brought another graduation party for a good friend of Tyson’s, and another late night! Sunday afternoon brought graduation for the 2008 class of Judge Memorial Catholic High School at Abravanel Hall. It was very nice. 181 students graduated, and the ceremony lasted about 1.5 hours. Not bad at all! We had two speeches by the co-valedictorians, and they were great! Short and sweet! But, very meaningful! After graduation, we had a family dinner at my brothers (eating leftovers!), and then Tyson was off to another quick grad party for a great friend. At 9:00 that night, the Senior All-Night Graduation Party was held at The Sports Mall. I was on the decorations committee, which required I be there by 7:30, and then Carl and I were both volunteers for the Casino section of the party. The party is a non-drinking, safe party for the graduates. They take over the Sports Mall, and have some amazing activities all night long, lasting until 5:00 am. There is casino, swimming, tennis, racquet ball, walley ball, ultimate frisbee, basketball, sumo wresting, Halo, Rock Band, and Guitar Hero on big screens, karaoke, salsa lessons, a magician, massages, a hair stylist, and nail artist, henna tattoos, a DJ and dance, non-stop food, raffles, movie theaters, etc. So many fun activities. I dealt Texas-Hold-Em, while Carl was a “pit boss” until 2:00 am. We then helped out until about 4:00 am. What a LONG night. We got home sometime after 4:00 am, and while I cuddled into my nice, warm, bed…..Carl had to change clothes and got to work for 12 hours! Can you believe that! Too crazy! Anyway, we are done, and T has graduated! Madi is still in school, and Tyson’s week is full of parties. Crazy times, but the kids are being safe. Staying at one location, and NOT DRIVING. Tyson leaves for his senior trip to San Diego next week, and then it is the Senior All Star Game for Baseball, and the Senior All Star Game for Football…..then off to college in August. WOW! My baby has grown up! Yikes!
Ali
It was absolutely amazing! Tyson hit in the winning run with a two-run home run. It was AWESOME! So proud of Tyson and the rest of the Bulldogs! 3A STATE CHAMPIONS!
And the softball team? Well, the exceeded everyone's expectations! They split the first two games, and advanced to the second round of the playoffs for the first time in at least 6 years. They faced the #2 team in 3A last Thursday night, and started the bottom of the 7th inning, with a lead of 4-3. Madi pitched an amazing game! They ended up losing, but to make it as far as they did…..soooooo cool! They are a young team and only graduate 3 seniors. So, who knows what next year will bring! We are so proud of Madi! Awesome year Mad Dog!
Ali
It’s here. Finally. The State Tournament. For both Madi and Tyson. The Judge Baseball team is the #1 seed, and will play two games at home tomorrow. The Judge softball team is the #5 seed and will play 3 hours away tomorrow. Ugh. Carl and my dad will drive to Vernal for Madi’s game, and the rest of us will stay here for my niece’s soccer game, and Tyson’s games. It is such a weird year. Tyson’s last. Madi’s first. Really important for both of them. Tyson and the baseball team are having an amazing year. They are 12-0 in region play, and 20-1 on the season. A great record. On the other hand, Madi is having an AWESOME year on the mound pitching, but the team is having a rough time. Emotions from one end of the spectrum to the other. I hope tomorrow is a great day for both Madi and Tyson! GO BULLDOGS! A quick (CUTE!) photo from Senior Night last Tuesday. We only have 3 seniors on the baseball team this year, and they were honored at the last home game on Tuesday night. I got some GORGEOUS roses, Carl got a cool engraved glass baseball, and Tyson got an amazing engraved wood bat. It was soo cool! Here is a quick shot of the 3 seniors (Tyson, Joe & Matt), along with their coach.
I love it! Awesome boys, awesome coach!
Ali
Finally! Tyson’s college choice! Just as Tyson was ready to make the decision final, he received some last minute financial aid from one of his other top choices (Occidental)….so we had to discuss a few more things. So it is official, well almost official, meaning we have paid the registration fee, notified the football and baseball coaches, etc…..but there is still a possibility another opportunity may arise with baseball….we’ll deal with that, when/if it happens. So….without further ado……Tyson’s choice for college is:
The UNIVERSITY OF REDLANDS in Redlands, California. VERY close to my friends Marlo and Shanna! Yea!
We went out for a football recruiting visit in January, and Tyson fell in love with the school. We also visited Occidental on a football recruiting visit the same weekend, and he felt the same way about that school. Tyson really liked the science department at Oxy, and the football and baseball players, along with all of the coaches. He loved the campus at Redlands, and the football coaches and players were also amazing. It was a really hard decision for him. It basically came down to how much financial aid/academic scholarship $$$ he got from each school, and whether or not he could play both football and baseball. That was the main reason Tyson looked at Division III schools….the opportunity to play two sports and be able to contribute on the field immediately, rather than having to red-shirt a year. He also wanted to make sure he got a good education. That was very important! He is planning on majoring in Chemistry/Pre-Med, with the hopes of going into Orthopedics or Physical Therapy.
We are all excited to see what the next four years hold for Tyson, as he enters a NEW stage in his life. And Madi is especially excited that Tyson will be attending college in California! Warm weather and beaches! 🙂 Here are a few more photos from our visit:
Once a BULLDOG always a BULLDOG!
Ali
Let’s talk Prom! Judge Memorial’s Annual Prom was held last weekend at the Salt Lake City Marriott. I can’t believe that this was Tyson’s last high school dance! It has gone by so fast! Prom at Judge is for Senior and Junior students only. It isn’t a “Senior Prom” or a “Junior Prom”…but just PROM! LOL! The only way a sophomore or a freshman can attend prom, is if they are asked by a senior or a junior. Since Madi is only a freshman, and she wasn’t asked by an upperclassman, she didn’t attend prom. Maybe next year! I hope so anyway!
Anyway….Tyson’s last dance! He asked another senior…..Erika…and she is a DOLL! Such a sweetheart! I had never met her, but she traveled to St. George a few weeks ago for the baseball tournament, with her friend Chelsey, who is also the baseball manager. Chelsey’s parents were with them, and we hung out and chatted quite a bit, so I got to know Erika and see how darling she is. So cute! I was thrilled when T decided to ask her to the dance….although there was some DRAMA ! Tyson’s ex-girlfriend from over 3 years ago, continues to cause drama. High School! Anyway, here are some photos! Oh, and T’s date was crowned PROM QUEEN at the dance! So fun!
The group before prom:
Three of Tyson’s best friends. From R to L: Matt, Jordan, T, & Joe
The Boys:
Tyson and his date Erika, along with his two best friend Jordan (Chesley), and Joe (Emma):
Tyson and Erika:
And a few more of T and his best buds!
Ali
This post is dedicated to Madi “Mad Dog” Moll. She is amazing! Madi is 15 yrs. old, and has been playing softball since she was 7 yrs. old. She has always played up one age group, and always done very well. Since this is her first year in high school, it is her first year playing high school softball. She is only a freshman, but she is the VARSITY pitcher. Which means, Madi Girl pitches EVERY SINGLE VARSITY game. Judge lost their pitcher to graduation last year, so this year it is up to Madi. That’s a lot of pressure for a freshman! But Madi has risen to the occasion! In a big way! She has done awesome this year! The Judge softball team is very young and not really very experienced. They look to Madi to lead them to victory. She is averaging 8 strike outs per game, and is doing so awesome. We are so proud of her. She is handling the pressure so well, and doing what she has to, to help her team. The clip below is of Madi pitching against one of the best teams in the state. The score is tied, and the bases are loaded, with only one out. Madi makes a sweet double play! Love it. She is on the pitching mound, gets a blooper hit right back at her….she makes a nice grab, and without even missing a beat, she tosses the ball to 3rd for the force out. Double Play! Get’s herself out of the inning! Nice job Madi!
Oh, and by the way…..Madi is playing in the Swing For Life tournament this weekend, and Madi hit her very first home run today! SOOOOO COOL! The team went 2 for 2, and Madi did awesome! And not to be outdone by his sister……Tyson hit a homerun today as well. Love it! So, heres to Madi! You go girl!
Ali
I’ve been such a slacker! What is up with that! I’ve had a lot of fun stuff to blog about too! Just no time these days! Judge Memorial High School Annual Dance Concert was held weekend before last. Tyson was once again a part of the production. He was in the lifting piece, which was very, very cool (I need to try and get some photos). The music was U2 (not sure of the song), and the piece this year was more athletic, with a lot more lifts. No wonder Tyson was coming home from baseball practice and dance concert rehearsal, absolutely exhausted! He was also in “couples” again, with the same partner as last year. This year they danced to Hairspray, and it was HILARIOUS! Oh my gosh! So funny! They threw in a little Soulja Boy to the mix, and it was awesome. Tyson definitely stole the show. I swear, if he weren’t an athlete….he’d be a dancer! LOL! Love it! I’ll post some photos over the weekend!
The weather has been wreaking havoc with the softball and baseball games this year. Absolutely crazy! Tyson had a double header last week that alternated between sunshine and snow. We actually had two snow delays and the temperature had to be below freezing. And then the sun would shine. Spring baseball in Utah! Tyson has been luckier than Madi. She has had a lot of rain outs, which is driving her crazy. She wants to get out there and PLAY! I’ve got a great video to share over the weekend too. Miss Madi making an awesome double play in a big game against a 5A powerhouse! Stay tuned for that!
What else? Oh yeah, the big college announcement. Hmmm…..I dunno. That might deserve it’s own post. Yeah, I think so.
You’ll have to wait! Not that anyone is still out there reading anyway! I’m such a slacker with my updates! Actually, Tyson needs to let the football coach know about his decision first. He’s talked to the baseball coach, but still hasn’t notified the football coach. He’ll do that tomorrow, and I’ll post his college choice tomorrow night. HINT: He won’t be staying in Utah. BUT, I’ll probably get to see some of my TCC friends more over the next 4 years!
Ali
To say the least! Holy crap! It’s been so long since I have posted! The high school baseball and softball seasons have begun. Tyson’s last, and Madi’s first. How’s that for all kinds of emotion? One would think that a freshman softball player, probably wouldn’t get much playing time on the varsity team. Not so, with Miss Madi. Judge Memorial lost their varsity pitcher to graduation last year. So…..Madi is now the varsity pitcher. Crazy! She has pitched every game but one, so far this year! AND, she has done AWESOME! She is averaging 8.43 strikeouts per game! So cool! And Tyson is having a great season, so far. One highlight was last weekend, at a tournament in St. George…..Tyson hit back-to-back home runs. Pretty cool! Dance Concert is this week, and Prom and graduation are just around the corner! OMG! SERIOUSLY! How is this possible? I swear, I just gave birth to Tyson! He CANNOT be graduating already????? Where has the time gone? OH, AND….BIG NEWS! I *think* Tyson has chosen a college! I’ll let you know which college…..later in the week. What a relief! For now, two picture of Tyson and Madison. They both had tournament in WARM, SUNNY St. George! Did I mention, WARM and SUNNY?
Ali
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