Recap of Games from the HHS 1st Annual Alumni Baseball Game

I just wanted to tell everyone THANK YOU for coming out to the 1st Annual Hillcrest High School Alumni Baseball game. We had an awesome turnout with 26 former baseball players. We decided to divide up into 2 teams and play a best of 3 tournament. Needless to say, the young bucks (Mostly class of 2004) still have game. It is a good thing they also had help from Jeff Hendricks (the only player to drop a bomb) and the quality defense of the washed up old timers. We appreciated all of you coming out to the game. Just so that we can let everyone else who wasn't there know, the teams consisted of (Hope I don't forget anyone):


HHS Red Team

1. Dan Clements
2. Tyler Harris (Playing with the old boyz)
3. Jono Tyler
4. Ryan Harris
5. Dru Charles
6. Matt Thomas
7. Jade Chase
8. Nate Meikle
9. Curtis Jaussi
10. Jory Chase (Dusting of the cleats again)
11. Brandon Jackson
12. Nathan Johns
13. Keith Wilson
14. Carson Beattie
15. TJ Floyd



HHS White Team:
1. Tyler Pond
2. Greg Pond
3. Travis (Bagger) Vance
4. Tyler Roe
5. Josh Cooper
6. Brian Jorgensen
7. Jeff Hendricks
8. Scott Fuller
9. Tory Walker
10. Russell Phillips
11. Brad Roisum


Game 1 final score: HHS White Team 7 HHS Red Team 5 (I think)
Game 2 final score: HHS White Team 17 HHS Red Team 4.


I guess there is quite a bit to say about the young bucks and being away from the game we all love. They can still swing it...


What an awesome day it was where there were stories, memories, and smiles to be had by everyone, and to top it all off the weather turned out to be great. Hopefully it was worth the time and effort you all spent to get there and be a part of the joy.


Thanks to all those who helped with everything including the younger players and boosters who helped with concessions. Thanks for all your support with the Hillcrest High School Baseball Program . I believe we were able to raise a little money for the program which will hopefully help in some why to benefit those who are in and are to come through the baseball program.


Also a special thanks to Coach Scott Barr, Coach Brandon Jackson, Coach Jerry Walker and other coaches for allowing us the opportunity to be a part of a baseball tradition that has left a lasting impression, taught us life lessons, and created memories that will be with us forever.


For all you young bucks... Payback is next year... For all you old timers, start practicing now cause next year we need revenge, and for all the rest of you that weren't able to make it this year - you were missed, and we count on you being there next year for the 2nd Annual HHS Alumni Baseball game. Game will probably be the first weekend in June again. Hopefully we can make that a tradition. Clear your schedule, get your throwing arms in shape and be prepared for the great times to come on an annual basis. And tell everyone that was not there this year about the fun times we had so they can join us next year for another great time.


In addition, It was my pleasure putting it together this year, but next year I could use some help so that we can make it more fun for everyone that will attend to watch the games. For those of you that would be willing to help please send me your email and I will make sure to get in touch with you in time for next year. Thank you in advance.



P.S. If any of you have pictures, send them to me and I can post them on this blog. Also feel free to post whatever you want. We would all love to hear from you. Here is my e-mail: ershrussia@hotmail.com

Hillcrest Alumni Game

For all you former HHS baseball players here are the details:

Pre-Registration begins at 8:30 AM at the HHS Baseball field. Player fee will be $15 per person which will just cover the hats and shirts. Games will start at 9:30 AM and go as follows:

Game 1 - 9:30 AM
Game 2 - 12:00 PM
Game 3 - 2:30 PM
Game 4 - 5:00 PM

Games will be 7 innings or 2 hours and 15 min for each game. The games will be set up as a round robin tournament. Each team will be guaranteed 2 games. Top winning record will play for the championship in the 5:00 game. If there is a tie then the most scored runs will determine the tie breaker.

For those of you who have families please invite them. The ticket price will be $3 for ages 5+. 5 and younger will be free. There will be concessions at the game. All proceeds will go toward the baseball program.

Make sure to bring your glove, bats, catching equipment if you have some. Hats and jerseys will be provided at the field. Also, if you can track down some baseball pants try to do it. If you have any questions please feel free to call me at 208-716-5902.

Please feel free to let everyone know. I have not been able to get in touch with everyone that I would like to.

Also, Friday night at 5:00 PM we will get together at the field to hit and throw and take some fungo. Feel free to join us.

Update for First Annual HHS Baseball Alumni Game

Hello all,

In talking with Coach Barr again we have determined that we will be holding the Alumni the first weekend in June. If any of you want to play will you please send me an e-mail so that I can get the details to you regarding exactly what we are going to do and how it will work. I am anticipating that we will be putting together t-shirts or jerseys with numbers. I would also like to put together some sort of program that we can hand out with a write-up of what former alumni are doing right now.

Also, if any of you have connections to be able to get donations from local companies for the raffle and drawing please let me know. I know we have many individuals here that own or work for companies that would be willing to donate something for the drawing. Remember, a ticket entry will count as a raffle as well. If any of you would be willing to help put this together I could use the help with coordination, etc. Please let me know. Thanks for all your help.