2 Year + 10 Days Anniversary!

The Mitten State Sports Report continues to roll along!

     On April 9th, 2012, the Mitten State Sports Report was born in a small town located in the suburbs of Detroit, Michigan.  A post about the Plymouth Whalers was the first article ever published on this website, and the response was overwhelming from the get go.  Stories, and pictures regarding pro wrestling, auto racing, and college baseball followed, and the foundation for the beginning of the Mitten State Sports Report was created.
     There were 35 posts published in 2012, and the Mitten State Sports Report received 4,000 views during it's first few months.  The amount of content increased the following year, and 265 posts were published in 2013. The Mitten State Sports Report received 16,000 views in 2013, and the month of May (2013) was the highest viewed month so far.  Soccer, and recreational leagues found their way on here, and the momentum began building into the warmer months of Spring.  Classic cars, and editorials became popular during the Summer, and college hockey found a place on here when the weather turned cold.  The Mitten State Sports Report has currently received 24,983 views from people all over the world!
      There are currently 32 channels on my television set that feature sports, or that are sports related.  Most people have opinions about the major sports markets in their area, but where can you go to find out information about other sports, and athletes?  The Mitten State Sports Report is dedicated to highlighting sports, athletes, and events that you may not know about.  New teams are constantly being featured on here, and women's sports like softball are now an option for viewers.  Click on past months to check out all of the Mitten State Sports Report's archived material!  You can always leave a comment, and you can email the Mitten State Sports Report directly at mittenstatesportsreport@rocketmail.com

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Wolverine To Yankee

#10 Michael O'Neill played 3 seasons at Michigan.  O'Neill was drafted by the New York Yankees last June.

      Michael O'Neill is playing in his first season with the (Class A) Staten Island Yankees, and the outfielder currently leads the the team in steals with 9.  Michael is the nephew of former big league slugger Paul O'Neill, but the two players approach the game in a much different manner.  Paul was known as a power hitter, and Michael is more dangerous when he's on base, but both guys can (or could) hit for average, and both players can (or could) consistently produce at the plate.
     The Yankees organization drafted Michael O'Neill in the 3rd round of the 2013 MLB (Major League Baseball) draft, and O'Neill has already played in 64 games (with Staten Island) this season.  O'Neill played three seasons at the University of Michigan, and began receiving awards during his freshman season.  O'Neill was named as a 2011 Louisville Slugger Freshman All-American by Collegiate Baseball, along with being selected to the 2011 Big 10 All-Freshman team.  O'Neill accumulated impressive statistics during his three seasons in Ann Arbor, and O'Neill is currently 4th on University of Michigan's career stolen base list with 72.
     The University of Michigan baseball team currently has an overall record of 16-20-1, and the Wolverines are 6-6 in the Big 10 Conference.  Click on the link below for more information about the University of Michigan baseball team.  Click on past months to see exclusive photos from several Wolverines baseball games.
     The (Class A) Staten Island Yankees are currently in 4th place (of 4 teams) in the (McNamara) New York-Penn League with an overall record of 34-41, and the Yankees are currently seven and a half games out of first place. Click on the link below for more information about the Staten Island Yankees.  You can always leave a comment, and you can email the Mitten State Sports Report directly at mittenstatesportsreport@rocketmail.com








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Hounds Went Back 2 Back!

The Traverse City Hounds won their second straight MWJHL Veterans Memorial Cup!

     On March 30th, the Traverse City Hounds defeated the Soo Firehawks 5-1 to claim their second straight Veterans Memorial Cup.  The Firehawks won the first game of the best of three series, but the Hounds rallied to win games two, and three.  Both teams finished at the top of the MWJHL (Midwest Junior Hockey League) regular season standings, so both clubs will compete in the AAU (Amateur Athletic Union) National Tournament beginning today, and ending on April 20th.  The AAU National Tournament features winning teams from the MWJHL, the WSHL (Western States Hockey League), and the NSHL (Northern States Hockey League), and the tournament is being played in Las Vegas, Nevada.
     The Traverse City Hounds finished the 2013-2014 regular season with 67 points, and an overall record of 32-10 (1 overtime loss, 2 shootout losses).  The Hounds played in the city of Hartland last season, and then made the move up North for the 2013-2014 campaign.  The Hartland Hounds finished the 2012-2013 season with an overall record of 47-1.  Click on the link below for more information about the Traverse City Hounds.  Click on past months to see exclusive photos from some MWJHL games.
     The Soo Firehawks finished the 2013-2014 regular season with 63 points, and an overall record of 31-11 (1 shootout loss).  Click on the links below for more information about the Soo Firehawks, the Amateur Athletic Union, the Midwest Junior Hockey League, the Western States Hockey League, or the Northern States Hockey League. You can always leave a comment, and you can email the Mitten State Sports Report directly at mittenstatesportsreport@rocketmail.com  Click on past months to see exclusive photos of the Soo Firehawks!

The Soo Firehawks (in white) are in Las Vegas competing in the 2014 AAU National Tournament.

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Softball: Henry Ford vs. Mott

On Friday, Henry Ford Community College (in white) hosted Mott Community College (in black) for a doubleheader.

Both games were 5 innings.  The action went down at Ford Woods Diamond #2, in Dearborn!

#22 Allie Brookman warmed up in the bullpen! Brookman is a pitcher/1B playing in her freshman year for the Lady Bears.

#14 Sarah Zaborowski steps into the batters box!  Zaborowski is a freshman infielder for the Hawks! 

#24 Jessica (Jess) Kovacs pitched for the Henry Ford Hawks.  Kovacs is playing in her freshman season. 

#2 Katherine Andrews scored the Hawks only run.  Andrews is an outfielder, and a freshman at Henry Ford.

Mott won both 5 inning games on Friday.  The final scores were 16-0, and 14-1.

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College Softball: Mott at HFCC

On Friday, Mott Community College (in black) swept Henry Ford Community College (in white) 16-0, and 14-1. 

     The Henry Ford Community College softball team hosted the Mott Community College Lady Bears on Friday, for a double header showdown in Dearborn.  Both games were scheduled for 5 innings, and all of the action unfolded at Ford Woods, Diamond #2.  Both schools are NJCAA (National Junior College Athletic Association) Division II programs, and both teams compete against each other in the MCCAA (Michigan Community College Athletic Association) Eastern Conference.  The Hawks softball team plays all of their home games at Ford Woods, located at 5700 Greenfield Road.
     Mott Community College proved to be to much for the Henry Ford Hawks on Friday.  The Lady Bears defeated Henry Ford 16-0 in the first game, and won the second game 14-1.  The sky was blue for both games with no cloud cover in the area. The temperature ranged from 68-71 degrees during the double header, and there was an abundance of sunshine, mixed with a light breeze.
     The Mott Community College softball team currently has an overall record of 8-10, but the Lady Bears are 3-1 in the MCCAA Eastern Conference.  The Mott Lady Bears had a successful season last year finishing with a 28-8 overall record.  Click on the link below for more information about Mott Community College.  Be sure to check out exclusive photos from Friday's softball showdown in Dearborn.  Click on past months to see exclusive photos from archived Bears games.
     The Henry Ford Community College softball team currently has an overall record of 0-18, and the Hawks are 0-10 in the MCCAA Eastern Conference.  There are only two chances left this season to see the Henry Ford softball team at home.  The Hawks are scheduled to host St. Clair Community College on April 22nd (3:00 p.m.), and Oakland Community College on April 26th (1:00 p.m.).  Click on the links below for more information about Henry Ford Community College, the National Junior College Athletic Association, or the Michigan Community College Athletic Association.  You can always leave a comment, and you can email the Mitten State Sports Report directly at mittenstatesportsreport@rocketmail.com  Click on past months to check out exclusive photos from archived Hawks games.

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



For more information about Mott Community College click on  https://www.mcc.edu



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Henry Ford vs. Lake Michigan

On Friday, Henry Ford Community College hosted Lake Michigan College (in red) for a double header.

The games were played at Papp Park in Taylor.  Both games were scheduled for 7 innings.

Both schools are NJCAA Division II programs. Steve Brown (in blue) is the Hawks Head Coach! 

Both schools compete against each other in the MCCAA Conference!  There's action in the bullpen!  

#1 Damian Quarles steps to the plate!  Quarles is an outfielder playing in his freshman season with the Hawks!

#17 Laketon Belinger was called upon on Friday!  Belinger is a freshman pitcher for the Red Hawks!

#3 Jose Salinas is at the plate!  Salinas is a 2nd baseman playing in his freshman season with Henry Ford.

A scary moment took place when a Hawks player was drilled in the knee cap! 

 Game 1:  Lake Michigan College celebrated a 9-5 victory over Henry Ford Community College! 

Game 2:  Henry Ford Community College celebrated a 12-6 victory over Lake Michigan College!

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HFCC Splits Series Against LMC

Lake Michigan College (in red) split a two game series. The Red Hawks won the 1st game 9-5, but lost the 2nd game 12-6.  

     The Henry Ford Community College Hawks hosted the Lake Michigan College Red Hawks yesterday for a double header showdown in Taylor.  The Henry Ford Hawks play their home games at Papp Park, and the weather was perfect for Spring baseball.  The temperature ranged from 68 - 71 degrees with a light breeze, and the ball traveled well on the nicest day of the year so far.
     The score was close in the first game, but a 3 run homer in the top of the 7th inning secured the 9-5 victory for Lake Michigan College.  The Henry Ford Hawks earned some revenge in the second game by defeating the Red Hawks 12-6.  Both games were scheduled for 7 innings.
     Henry Ford Community College, and Lake Michigan College are both NJCAA (National Junior College Athletic Association) Division II programs, and both schools compete in the MCCAA (Michigan Community College Athletic Association) Conference.
     The Henry Ford Community College baseball team currently has an overall record of 10-8, and the Hawks are 4-4 in the MCCAA Conference.  Be sure to check out exclusive photos from yesterdays college baseball showdown.  Click on the link below for more information about Henry Ford Community College.  Click on past months to see exclusive photos from archived Hawks athletic events!
     The Lake Michigan College baseball team currently has an overall record of 5-12, and the Red Hawks are 3-5 in the MCCAA Conference.  Click on the links below for more information about Lake Michigan College, the Michigan Community College Athletic Association, or the National Junior College Athletic Association.  You can always leave a comment, and you can email the Mitten State Sports report directly at mittenstatesportsreport@rocketmail.com  Click on past months to check out all of the Mitten State Sports Report's archived material.

Lake Michigan College split their two game series.  #7 Tyler Wright is a freshman outfielder/catcher with the Red Hawks.

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College Baseball: UofM vs. ND

On Wednesday night, the University of Michigan baseball team hosted University of Notre Dame!

The game was played at Ray Fisher Stadium in Arbor.  Ray Fisher Stadium is located inside the Wilpon Complex.

The game started at 7:00 p.m., and the temperature was 58 degrees for the opening pitch!  

The University of Notre Dame has struggled in the Atlantic Coast Conference.  The Fighting Irish are 1-14 in the ACC.

#25 Johnny Slater steps to the plate!  Slater is an outfielder playing in his freshman season for the Wolverines!

The Wolverines currently have a 4-5 record in the Big 10 Conference.

#22 Kevin White is an outfielder playing in his junior season with the Wolverines.  White can also fill in as a catcher.

University of Notre Dame defeated University of Michigan 9-1.  Click on the links below!

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College Baseball: ND 9 - UofM 1

On Wednesday night, the University of Notre Dame baseball team defeated University of Michigan 9-1.

     The University of Notre Dame baseball team visited the Wilpon Complex on Wednesday night for baseball under the lights.  Ray Fisher Stadium is home to the University of Michigan Wolverines baseball team, and the Fighting Irish of Notre Dame came into Ann Arbor as a rival of the Wolverines, even though the schools compete in separate conferences.  The game started at 7:00 p.m., and the temperature was 58 degrees for the opening pitch.
     Notre Dame scored 1 run in the second inning, and then added 3 more runs in the third inning.  The Wolverines scored 1 run in the bottom of the fourth inning, but it was their only run of the evening. The Fighting Irish struck again in the top of the fifth inning scoring 2 more runs, and built a 6-1 lead in the process.  Notre Dame added 3 more runs in the top of the eighth inning to secure the 9-1 victory over University of Michigan. The Wolverines were held to just 4 hits, and the defense accumulated 6 errors.  The Fighting Irish had 11 hits, and made just 1 error.
     The University of Michigan baseball team currently has an overall record of 14-18-1, and the Wolverines have a 4-5 record in the Big 10 Conference.  Be sure to check out exclusive photos from Wednesday night's college baseball showdown.  Click on the links below for more information about the University of Michigan athletic program, or the Big 10 Conference.
     The University of Notre Dame baseball team currently has an overall record of 12-20, and the Fighting Irish have a 1-14 record in the Atlantic Coast Conference.  This was the second year in a row that the Mitten State Sports Report has covered the Notre Dame vs. Michigan baseball game.  Click on April 22, 2013 to see exclusive photos from last years game.  Click on the links below for more information about the University of Notre Dame athletic program, the Atlantic Coast Conference, or the NCAA (National Collegiate Athletic Association).  You can always leave a comment, and you can email the Mitten State Sports Report directly at mittenstatesportsreport@rocketmail.com

Baseball under the lights at Ray Fisher Stadium!

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ACHA: Local Recap

Adrian College (Gold) celebrated their 3rd ACHA Division 3 National Championship in a row!  

     Adrian College has three teams that compete in men's ice hockey at the ACHA (American Collegiate Hockey Association) level.  The Bulldogs field a Division I team, as well as two Division III teams.  The Adrian (Black) Bulldogs, and the Adrian (Gold) Bulldogs both represent their school in Division III hockey, and the Gold squad has recently won their 3rd straight National Championship.  Adrian College (Gold) defeated Hope College 1-0 on Saturday, March 22nd, at the Florida Panthers IceDen to claim the National Championship.
     The Bulldogs (Gold) began the 2013-2014 campaign 0-3, and completed the season with an overall record of 21-10.  The Bulldogs (Gold) finished in 3rd place in the MCHC (Michigan Collegiate Hockey Conference) regular season standings, and the Gold squad was eliminated in the MCHC tournament semifinals.  Adrian (Gold) raised their level of play in the postseason, and defeated schools such as University of Arkansas 4-3, and Robert Morris University (Illinois) 6-1.  This was the third straight ACHA Division III National Championship in a row for Adrian College (Gold).
     Dan Phelps has resigned as Head Coach of the Adrian Bulldogs ACHA Division I men's ice hockey team after six seasons with the school.  Phelps was responsible for an overall record of 165-65, and was named the ACHA Division I National Coach of the Year in 2011.  Phelps lead the Bulldogs to 3 GLCHL (Great Lakes Collegiate Hockey League) regular season titles, and 2 GLCHL Tournament Championships.  Phelps was named the GLCHL Coach of the Year in 2011, and in 2013.  Adrian College finished the 2013-2014 season with an overall record of 31-7, but the Bulldogs were eliminated in the first round of the ACHA National Tournament by University of Central Oklahoma 1-0.  
     Click on the links below for more information about the Adrian College athletic program, the American Collegiate Hockey Association, the Michigan Collegiate Hockey Conference, or the Great Lakes Collegiate Hockey League.  You can always leave a comment, and you can email the Mitten State Sports Report directly at mittenstatesportsreport@rocketmail.com  Click on past months to check out exclusive photos from several archived ACHA games.  

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