2010 Season Outlook
Sunday, February 7, 2010
Last year the Panthers won their third District 16-6A Championship and were eliminated from the State Tournament in the Regional Quarter-Final.

The Panthers return a solid pitching staff led by seniors Jon Keebler and Max Halasz. Keebler, a 6’5” RHP (5-3 last season), gave a glimpse of the future posting a 1-0 shut out win in the District 16-6A championship versus the steadily improving South Dade Bucs. Halasz, a crafty lefty, is healthy for the first time in a long time and looks to return to the form that allowed him to toss a no hitter through 6 innings versus Southridge in the Regional semi-final two years ago. Junior Mike Cetta is more than capable of handling his share of starts and will have opportunities to toe the pitchers plate. Additional contributors to the pitching staff include returning seniors Adam Sargent, Jacob Marchus, Chris Flores, and sophomore Brandon Kacer. Senior Brian Roache and junior Yale Sanford are solid behind the plate and are more than ready to handle a veteran staff or play multiple positions if needed.

Defensively the Panthers look to improve on last year’s inconsistent effort. Junior Dustin Delgado, a .350 clutch hitter a year ago, replaces All-Dade shortstop and current Penn State slugger, Lou Montesinos. Delgado and David Lee have shown promise as a double play combination as Lee, a senior, has locked down the job at second base. Senior Adam Pincus is showing promise at the plate and has improved defensively. Pincus will join a group of juniors battling to get into the lineup. The Panthers will rely on promising underclassmen during the 2010 campaign. Standout frosh Riley Delgado has shown mature baseball instincts and is a multi-position player. Sophomores Jake Molkinten and Todd Smith are speedy outfielders with the ability to consistently get on base. This year the Panthers have a blend of experience and unity that should carry them to the top of district 16-6A and their 5th consecutive state playoff appearance.

PRESIDENT'S DAY BASEBALL CLINIC
Panther Field - Coral Reef Park
Monday, February 15
Boys and Girls – ages 5-13
8:30 am – Registration
9:30-2:00 Clinic
Registration Fee: $25.00 per player ($30.00 after February 10) INCLUDES LUNCH

CLICK HERE FOR INFORMATION AND REGISTRATION

2009 Panthers Year End Video on You Tube
Part One
Part Two
Part Three
Part Four
Part Five

2010 Palmetto Panther Baseball is Finally Here!
Wednesday, February 27, 2010

With the completion of tryouts last week, the Palmetto Panthers are eagerly awaiting the start of the 2010 baseball season.
The Panthers will kick off the season with the annual Blue & White Game at Panther Field on Saturday, February 6th, 10: 00 am at Coral Reef Park. The coaches and Varsity, Junior Varsity and Freshman teams will be introduced and participate in an intra-squad scrimmage game. This is a great opportunity for fans to get an early look at the 2010 Panthers, returning players as well as the incoming freshmen and other new team members.
The day’s events include lunch (hamburgers, hot dogs, chips, etc., for a nominal fee), prize drawings, with a grand prize of $500.00 cash, and attendance by Palmetto High School administrators and staff, the cheerleaders, members of the Village of Palmetto Bay Council, and our own special guest announcer, “The Voice” of the Miami Heat, Mike Baiamonte. Plan now to enjoy the day at the park and support Panther Baseball.

VIDEOS FROM 2009 SEASON