Henry Ford vs. Jackson

On Tuesday, March 28th, the Henry Ford College Hawks hosted the Jackson College Jets for a baseball doubleheader. 

     On Tuesday, March 28th, the Henry Ford College Hawks hosted the Jackson College Jets for a baseball doubleheader.  The Jets defeated the Hawks in both 7 inning games by scores of 11-1, and 5-3.  Both games were played at Papp Park located off of Westlake Street, in Taylor.  The Hawks, and Jets are both NJCAA (National Junior College Athletic Association) Division II programs, and both schools compete against each other in the Eastern Conference of the MCCAA (Michigan Community College Athletic Association).  Scroll down to see exclusive photos from the second game of Tuesday's doubleheader.  Click on the links below for more information about the NJCAA, or the MCCAA.
     The Jackson College baseball team currently has an overall record 14-5-1, and the Jets are 4-0 in the MCCAA.  The Henry Ford baseball team currently has an overall record of 5-12, and the Hawks are 0-4 in the MCCAA.  Click on the links below for more information about Henry Ford Community College, or the Jackson College athletic program.
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Scroll down to see exclusive photos from the second game of Tuesday's doubleheader.

#17 Steven Milke warmed up in the bullpen.  Milke is playing in Sophomore season with the HFC Hawks.  

The Henry Ford College Hawks play their home games at Papp Park, in Taylor.

#21 Tyler Kelly was on the hill for the Hawks.  Kelly is playing in his Freshman season for the HFC Hawks.

#28 Adam Freiman got on base for the Jets.  Freiman is playing in his Sophomore season for Jackson College.

#37 Christian Jaworski bats left, and throws left.  Jaworski is playing in his Sophomore season for the Jackson College Jets. 

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                                                                          Game Notes








-  Tim Leighton Sr. is the Head Coach of the Henry Ford College baseball team.



-  Michael Abney is the Assistant Coach of the Henry Ford College baseball team.



-  Rick Smith is the Head Coach of the Jackson College baseball team.



-  Gary Goodwin is an Assistant Coach, and a Pitching Coach for the Jackson College baseball team.



-  Clyde Alexander is an Assistant Coach for the Jackson College baseball team.



-  Jackson College tied Kellogg Community College 19-19 on Monday, March 27th, 2017.



-  The Henry Ford College baseball team was featured on the Mitten State Sports Report in 2014, and 2015.



-  The Mitten State Sports Report posted "All Access: Papp Park" on 4/7/2015.



-  Henry Ford College was formerly known as Henry Ford Community College.



-  Jackson College was formerly known as Jackson Community College.  Before that is was known as Jackson Junior College.  











For more info about the Jackson College athletic program click on  www.jacksoncollegejets.com



For more information about Henry Ford College click on  https://www.hfcc.edu



For NJCAA stats, and standings click on  http://www.njcaa.org



For MCCAA stats, and standings click on  http://www.mccaa.org



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All Access Archives

      Since 2013, the Mitten State Sports Report has been giving fans a behind the scenes look at some of the most popular baseball diamonds in our area.  Ray Fisher Stadium is home to the University of Michigan baseball team, Papp Park is home to the Henry Ford College baseball team, and Gerald Papazaian Memorial Diamond is used by several local youth, and adult league teams.  Click on past months to check out all of the Mitten State Sports Report's archived material.  Leave a comment, or email the Mitten State Sports Report directly at mittenstatesportsreport@rocketmail.com  Scroll down and vote in the monthly Poll Question.










                                                               All Access Archives











"All Access:  Ray Fisher Stadium"  posted 3/7/2013

"All Access:  Papp Park"  posted 4/7/2015

 

"All Access:  Papazian Diamond"  posted 2/10/2016

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All Access: Papp Park

The Henry Ford Hawks play all of their home games at Papp Park located at 9350 Westlake, in Taylor. 

     The Henry Ford College baseball team plays all of their home games at Papp Park, and the Mitten State Sports Report recently took an all access tour of their baseball facility.  Scroll down to check out exclusive photos of Papp Park located at 9350 Westlake, in Taylor,  
     The Henry Ford College baseball team is a NJCAA (National Junior College Athletic Association) Division II program, and the Hawks compete in the MCCAA (Michigan Community College Athletic Association) Conference.  Henry Ford currently has an overall record of 10-6, and the Hawks are 3-1 in the MCCAA Conference.  Click on the links below for more information about Henry Ford College, the NJCAA, or the MCCAA.
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The Henry Ford Hawks use this dugout during home games.  It includes benches, a concrete floor, and protective fencing!

The Mitten State Sports Report was on the field for this exclusive photo of Papp Park!

The Hawks hone their skills inside this enclosed hitting facility. 

The Hawks bullpen features two mounds.  This allows multiple relievers to warm up.  The visiting team has no bullpen. 

The visitors dugout at Papp Park also serves as a storage unit.

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For more information about Henry Ford College click on  http://www.hfcc.edu



For NJCAA stats, and standings click on  http://www.njcaa.org



For MCCAA stats, and standings click on  http://www.mccaa.org



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Henry Ford vs. Ancilla

On Saturday, Henry Ford College defeated Ancilla College twice.  The scores were 12-3, and 6-1.  #19 Eric Harris went yard!   

     On Saturday, the Henry Ford College Baseball team hosted the Ancilla College Chargers for a doubleheader. The Hawks won the 1st game 12-3, and won the 2nd game 6-1.  Both games were played at Papp Park, and both matchups lasted 7 innings.  Papp Park is located at 9350 Westlake, in Taylor.  The Hawks, and Chargers are both NJCAA (National Junior College Athletic Association) Division II programs, and both schools compete against each other in the MCCAA (Michigan Community College Athletic Association) Conference.  Click on the links below for more information about the NJCAA, or the MCCAA Conference. Scroll down to see exclusive photos from Saturday's college baseball showdown.  The photos are from the 2nd game of the doubleheader.
     The Henry Ford College baseball team currently has an overall record of 9-5, and the Hawks are 2-0 in the MCCAA Conference.  The Hawks are currently riding a 3 game winning streak.  Click on the link below for more information about the Henry Ford College athletic program.
     The Ancilla College baseball team currently has an overall record of 3-11, and the Chargers are 1-5 in the MCCAA Conference.  Check out  www.asoaudio.net  to listen to podcasts of Chargers baseball games.  Click on the link below for more information about the Ancilla College athletic program.
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Henry Ford College plays all of their home games at Papp Park located at 9350 Westlake, in Taylor.

The Henry Ford Hawks are riding a 3 game winning streak!  

The Ancilla Chargers had a meeting at the mound.

#13 Layne Gusler is playing in his Sophomore season for the Henry Ford Hawks!

#27 Chris Holcomb closed the game.  Holcomb threw gas to the Chargers hitters!

Henry Ford celebrated 2 victories over the Chargers.  The Hawks currently have an overall record of 9-5.

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For more information about Henry Ford College click on  http://www.hfcc.edu



For more information about Ancilla College athletics click on  www.ancillachargers.com



For NJCAA stats, and standings click on  http://www.njcaa.org



For MCCAA Conference stats, and standings click on  http://www.mccaa.org 



To listen to podcasts of Ancilla College baseball games click on  www.asoaudio.net



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College Baseball Photo Album

The 2015 college baseball season is underway!  

Our local teams are currently playing in warmer weather!

Click on the link below for more information about the University of Michigan athletic program!

 Eastern Michigan University's home opener is scheduled for Friday March 20th (6:00 p.m.). 

EMU plays all of their home games at Oestrike Stadium.

Click on the link below for more information about the Eastern Michigan University athletic program!

Oakland University has a large hill that puts you above the action!

The Golden Grizzlies baseball facility is located on the campus of Oakland University.

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The Madonna University Crusaders currently have an overall record of 7-6. 

Madonna University plays all of their home games at Ilitch Ball Park.

The Crusaders home opener is scheduled for Saturday March 21st (1:00 p.m.).  Click on the link below for more information!

The Henry Ford Community College baseball team plays all of their home games at Papp Park.

The visiting teams use the woods of Papp Park as a makeshift bullpen!

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For more information about University of Michigan athletics click on  http://www.mgoblue.com



For information about Eastern Michigan University athletics click on  http://www.emueagles.com



For information about Oakland University athletics click on  www.goldengrizzlies.com



For info about Madonna University athletics click on  http://www.madonnacrusaders.com



For information about Henry Ford Community College click on  http://www.hfcc.edu



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Henry Ford vs. Glen Oaks

Henry Ford Community College hosted Glen Oaks Community College (in green) yesterday. #26 Emmit Fraley pitched!  

Hawks Head Coach Steve Brown (in blue) usually coaches 3B when his team is on offense.

The Vikings used a makeshift bullpen in the woods of Papp Park.  The Hawks play all of their home games at Papp Park.

Vikings infielder #24 Theodore Rufo gets set to dig in!  Rufo is a sophomore at Glen Oaks Community College.

Henry Ford has played in several close games this season! #25 Christopher Mangus played 1B for the Vikings.  

#9 Ryan Estep made it to 3B for the Vikings.  #21 Kevin Nisun attempted to leave him stranded there.

Glen Oaks Community College won both games yesterday.  The scores were 12-1 (in 5 innings), and 8-6 (in 7 innings).

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For more information about Glen Oaks Community College click on  http://www.glenoaks.edu



For information about the National Junior College Athletic Association click on  http://www.njcaa.org



For more information about the MCCAA Conference click on  http://www.mccaa.org



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