All-American Conference baseball preview

STRUTHERS

Coach: Mike Donatelli, 10th year.

2011 record: 11-7.

Returning Lettermen: Dylan Duchek (P-SS-SR.), Mike Kunzer (OF-SR.), Nick Gigax (P-IF-SR.), Cody Bova (C-SR.), Roman Salinas (P-IF-SR.), Jordan Sapp (P-IF-SR.), Joe Wilaj (OF-JR.), Anthony Laricca (P-IF-JR.).

Other contributors: Gary Muntean (P-IF-SO.), Koltin Rudzik (OF-P-SO.).

Outlook: The Wildcats have a balanced team, led by seniors and hope to build off last year’s AAC White Tier championship.

NEWTON FALLS

Coach: Rob Bauman, sixth year.

2011 record: 11-8.

Returning Lettermen: Matt Brazin (P-OF-SR.), Cody Pelyak (3B-SR.), Andy Lubonovic (P-SS-SR.), Chance Marsh (P-2B-SR.), Shawn Haines (1B-SR.), Logan Harrah (OF-P-SR.).

Other contributors: Derek Walton (C-SO.), Shawn Croell (OF-FR.), Larry Zarlengo (IF-OF-SO.).

Outlook: Pitching and strong defense are the keys for the Tigers.

Staff report