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Scorpions Add Four

May 9, 2011 - North American League (NAmL)
Yuma Scorpions News Release


There is less than one-week before players report to the Yuma Scorpions Spring Training. The invitee list just got longer with four-players getting the nod from last Saturday ‚¬â„¢s open tryouts. RHP Justin Reid, 3B Kyle Frasard, RHP Pedro Ramos, and C Steven Garcia all were invited to attend. A total of 24-players were at Desert Sun Stadium displaying their skills in hopes of the coveted Spring Training invite, which begins Monday, May 16th. ‚¬Å“We saw a lot of talent. We just don ‚¬â„¢t have enough roster space on our team for everyone, ‚¬Â stated General Manager Jose Melendez, ‚¬Å“It ‚¬â„¢s always tough because you can ‚¬â„¢t keep everyone you want. ‚¬Â

Melendez then talked about how he appreciates the players who were able to show up. ‚¬Å“I know how hard it is to travel for a tryout. Not only do you have the stress of travel, but you only have limited opportunities to show the coaches your abilities, it all adds up. ‚¬Â It was a long day for the players as many were here from 9am until 2pm in the typical hot Yuma weather.

‚¬Å“The caliber of play was pretty high out there, ‚¬Â Melendez stated. ‚¬Å“I can ‚¬â„¢t say much more than thank you to the players. The competition to make this team during Spring Training will be fierce next week. ‚¬Â

The season opener is a double header against Clagary on Tuesday, May 24th at 5:35pm. For tickets and information please contact 928.257.4700.

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