Trojans Remain Atop 4A Standings

For the third consecutive week Charles Henderson is ranked #1 by the Alabama Sports Writers Association. The Trojans have now been ranked in the top ten in 40 consecutive ASWA Top Ten polls, dating back to the initial poll of the 2007 season. That is a span of 6 1/2 seasons.

Checking in at #2 is Central-Florence followed by Beauregard, Thomasville, and Alexandria. UMS-Wright is ranked sixth, and will travel to Troy Friday night for a match-up with Charles Henderson to be played at Troy University. At #7 is Guntersville, #8 is Jacksonville, #9 is Alabama Christian, and rounding out the top ten is Ardmore.

CHHS hosts Andalusia and UMS-Wright Friday at Troy University. The Trojans will play at 4:00 and 8:00.

Trojans Retain #1 Ranking

After a 5-0 week Charles Henderson remains atop the ASWA rankings. The Trojans earned victories over Marbury, LAMP, and Providence Christian on their way to winning the Jason Armstrong Memorial FCA Tournament in Montgomery. They also defeated Rehobeth twice on Tuesday to improve to 14-1.

Central-Florence claimed the #2 spot and was followed by Beauregard, Thomasville, and UMS-Wright. At #6 is Guntersville then Alexandria at #7. Rounding out the top ten is Alabama Christian, Jacksonville, and Ardmore.

CHHS begins area play on Friday when they travel to Union Springs to take on Bullock County. First pitch is scheduled for 3:00.

Trojans Sweep Rehobeth

Charles Henderson returned home for the first time in over a week and picked up two wins over Rehobeth Tuesday night.

Chase Smartt's walk-off double scored Hunter Baggett in the bottom of the seventh inning of game one to give the Trojans a 5-4 victory. Smartt finished the game 2-4 with two RBI and Joey Denison also added two hits and an RBI. Rehobeth jumped out to a 4-0 advantage but the Trojans answered in the bottom of the third when Blake Craft led off with a single. Morgan Shaver bunted Craft over and Baggett reached on an error. Tripp Blackmon, Smartt, and Denison each singled and drove in a run to bring the score to 4-3. CHHS tied the game in the fifth when Joey Denison singled and eventually scored on Luke Hastings' sacrifice fly to center field. The score remained 4-4 until Smartt's double in the final frame.

Houston Mabray got the start on the mound and went five innings striking out three. Xavius Burden pitched two innings of relief without giving up a hit to earn the win.

In game two the Trojans pounded the Rebels by a score of 13-1. Blackmon went all five innings on the mound striking out three. CHHS scored one run in the first on Denison's sacrifice fly to score Baggett, then put the game out of reach with seven runs in the second inning. John Johnson got the inning going with a single and was followed by a single Burden. Blackmon, Smartt, Denison, and Hastings each drove in runs during the inning. The final runs for CHHS came in the third inning on a three run blast from Denison.

The Trojans begin area play Friday at Bullock County at 3:00.

Trojans Win FCA Tournament Title

CHHS defended it's 2012 Jason Armstrong Memorial FCA Tournament title by winning the 2013 tournament on Saturday at Paterson Field in Montgomery. CHHS was the only team to finish the tournament 4-0. The Trojans defeated LAMP 12-0 in six innings and Providence Christian 6-3.

Against LAMP, Xavius Burden was 2-4 at the plate with a double and two RBI. Chase Smartt added two singles and an RBI while Hunter Baggett also singled twice. Austin Ingram hit a solo homerun down the leftfield line and Morgan Shaver was 2-3 with a double and RBI. On the mound Luke Hastings got the start and worked four strong innings striking out three. Blake Craft came on to pitch the final two innings and did allow a hit.

In game two, Denison gave CHHS the early lead with a first inning double to drive in Smartt. He doulbed again in the third to drive in Smartt and Baggett who each singled earlier in the inning. Providence scored two unearned in the fifth to tie the game at three, but Ingram answered for the Trojans with a double that scored Denison from second. Luke Hastings followed with a single that scored Ingram to push the lead to 5-3. Rhett Tucker led off the seventh with a sharp single to right and was replaced by pinch-runner Reiley Fox. Tripp Blackmon's single scored Fox to give the Trojans the 6-3 margin of victory.

Brantley LeCroy got the start on the mound and went three innings and did not allow an earned run. Burden came on in relief in the fourth and pitched three innings and struck out one. Ingram entered in the seventh and earned the save.

CHHS allowed an unearned run in the second inning that broke a string of 28 consecutive innings without allowing a run.

The Trojans return to Hogan's Hole on Tuesday to face Rehobeth in a 4:30 doubleheader.

Mabray Pitches Trojans to Third Consecutive Shutout

Senior Houston Mabray pitched a complete game shut out and struck out five to lead the Trojans to a 5-0 victory over Marbury Thursday night at Riverwalk Stadium in Montgomery. He improved his record to 3-1 on the season.

Offensively Tripp Blackmon was 2-3 with two doubles and an RBI. Joey Denison was 2-4 with a two run double and Chase Smartt added a double as well. Blake Craft drove in the game's first run in the second inning with a single and Luke Hastings was 103 with a stolen base.

CHHS continues play in the Jason Armstrong Memorial FCA Tournament on Saturday against LAMP and Providence Christian at Paterson Field in Montgomery. First pitch against LAMP is scheduled for 3:00.

Trojans Ranked #1 in First ASWA Poll

CHHS topped the list of the top teams in 4A in the first edition of the 2013 ASWA rankings released Thursday. It is the second time in school history that the Trojans have achieved the #1 ranking in the state. In 2010, CHHS reached the top spot in the final ASWA poll of the season in 5A. The ranking also extends a streak of being ranked in every ASWA poll dating back to the beginning of the 2007 season.

Beauregard is ranked second behind CHHS followed by Thomasville, Guntersville, and UMS Wright. Alexandria is sixth, Central-Florence is seventh, Alabama Christian is eighth, and St. James in ninth. Ardmore rounds out the top ten this week.

Blackmon One-Hits Mustangs

Senior Tripp Blackmon pitched his second complete game of the year, a one-hitter against Stanhope Elmore to propel the Trojans to a 9-0 victory. He struck out five and gave up his only hit of the game in the bottom of the 7th inning.

At the plate Austing Ingram had a single and double. John Johnson had a hit and two RBI while Blake Craft added a single and RBI. Blackmon and Hunter Baggett also added RBI singles.

CHHS continues play in the FCA Jason Armstrong Memorial Tournament on Thursday against Marbury at 4:00 at Riverwalk Stadium in Montgomery.

Trojans Sweep Oak Mountain, Dothan in Doubleheader

Charles Henderson improved it's record to 8-1 on the year with victories over Oak Mountain and Dothan Saturday in Troy.

In game 1, Luke Hastings pitched 6 1/3 and struck out three to earn the 9-5 win. Xavius Burden came on in the 7th inning to close out the game. After Oak Mountain took a 1-0 lead in the 1st inning, Joey Denison scored on John Johnson's ground ball to third base. Hunter Baggett and Tripp Blackmon both scored in the 3rd inning to give CHHS a 3-1 lead. Burden led off the 4th inning with a walk and was followed by singles from Johnson, Morgan Shaver, and Baggett. Baggett and Shaver both drove in runs, and Baggett came around to score when Denison reached on an error. The Trojans tacked on two more in the 5th when Johnson's triple scored Hastings who led off the inning with a single. Shaver followed with a single that scored Johnson from third. Oak Mountain scored four in the top of the 7th to close the gap to 9-5 before Burden closed out the game.

In game 2, Senior Brantley LeCroy went 5 1/3 strong innings on the mound to get the 1-0 win. Austin Ingram was credited with the save after working 1 2/3 without allowing a baserunner. Ingram entered the 6th in a bases loaded jam but induced a double-play ball to Baggett at short stop to escape the inning. Morgan Shaver was 1-2 on the night with a double and scored Hastings when he reached on an error.

CHHS begins play in the FCA Jason Armstrong Memorial tournament Tuesday against Stanhope-Elmore at Patterson Field in Montgomery.

CHHS Splits with Northview

The Trojans of Charles Henderson traveled to Dothan Thursday night to take on the Cougars of Northview and earned a split.

CHHS dropped game one by a score of 8-6. Houston Mabray took his first loss of the year on the mound working four innings and striking out four. He only allowed one earned run. Joey Denison was 2-4 in the game with a double and an RBI. Morgan Shaver was 2-2 with a double and RBI.

The Trojans bounced back in game to and defeated Northview 16-4 in six innings. Tripp Blackmon was credited with the win on the mound. He struck out four in four innings of work. Hunter Baggett led the team offensively going 4-4 with four singles and a hit by pitch. Blackmon was 3-3 with three RBI, Chase Smartt was 2-3 with three RBI, and Joey Denison added a doulbe and two RBI. Austin Ingram added three singles and three RBI.

Charles Henderson is now 6-1 on the season. They host Oak Mountain and Dothan Saturday at Hogan's Hole. First pitch of game one is scheduled for 11:00.

Trojans Win Sikes Tournament Championship with Victories over Eufaula, Enterprise

Charles Henderson was crowned the champions of the 2013 Sikes Memorial Tournament after defeating Eufaula 5-2 and Enterprise 4-3 on Saturday. CHHS and Smith Station both finished the tournament with 3-0 records, so the tiebreaker of runs allowed was used to determine a champion. The Trojans allowed six runs on the weekend while the Panthers allowed eight.

In the first game of the day Brantley LeCroy started on the mound and pitched 2 1/3 innings and struck out two before a lengthy rain delay forced him to be removed. Austin Ingram came on in relief and pitched 4 2/3 innings and also struck out two. The Trojans' big inning came in the first when Hunter Baggett led off the game with a double and was followed by a Tripp Blackmon hit by pitch. Chase Smartt followed with an RBI single to get the Trojans on board. Joey Denison and Ingram both drove in runs on sacrifice flies to push the lead to 3-0. Eufaula answered with two runs in the second inning to make it a 3-2 game. CHHS extended the lead in the sixth when Blackmon drew a walk and stole second. Denison's single to right drove in Blackmon then got past the right fielder allowing Denison to come all the way around and score.

In the nightcap Charles Henderson earned a thrilling 4-3 win over Enterprise. Houston Mabray pitched his second complete game of the season striking out three. The Wildcats got the early lead with three runs in the third inning. The Trojans were held scoreless until their final at-bat of the game in the bottom of the 6th. Baggett got things going with his third hit of the game and was followed by Blackmon drawing a walk. Smartt singled to load the bases for Denison who drove a double into right-center field to knot the score at 3-3. Ingram then singled to drive in Denison and give CHHS their first lead of the night.

The wins kept the Trojans undefeated on the young season, going 5-0 in the first week of games. CHHS will travel to Northview on Thursday for a double header beginning at 4:30.

Trojans Top Providence to Begin Sikes Tournament

Charles Henderson moved to 3-0 on the young season with a 6-1 victory over Providence Christian to kick off the 2013 Sikes Memorial Tournament. Luke Hastings got the start on the mound and went five innings allowing only one run and striking out five. Blake Craft came on in the sixth and pitched two scoreless innings of relief to earn the save.

The Trojans jumped out to a 4-0 lead in the first inning with the big hit coming off of the bat of Austin Ingram. His three run home run scored Joey Denison and Tripp Blackmon who both reached on singles. Denison's single early in the inning scored Hunter Baggett who led off the inning with a single. Providence added a run in the second inning to draw to 4-1. CHHS extended the lead in the bottom of the sixth when Baggett doubled to drive to drive in Luke Hastings who reached on a single.  Baggett later scored on an error.

CHHS continues play in the Sikes Tournament tomorrow with a doubleheader against Northridge and Eufaula. Both games will be played at Troy University. The Northridge game begins at 3:00 and the Eufaula game begins at 7:00.

Trojans Sweep Opening Day Double Header

The Charles Henderson Trojans started the season 2-0 with wins over Jackson and G.W. Long in games played at LBW in Andalusia.

In game one the Trojans defeated Jackson by a score of 4-2. Senior Houston Mabray pitched a complete game and struck out four. CHHS scored all of their runs in the sixth inning when Cole Wilson led off with a single that was followed by a Morgan Shaver walk. Hunter Baggett and Tripp Blackmon followed with consecutive hit by pitches and pushed across the games first run. Chase Smartt followed with a 2 RBI single to push the score to 3-0. Joey Denison drove in Blackmon with a single to extend the lead to 4-0. Jackson scored two runs in the bottom of the 7th before Mabray induced a groundout to end the game.

In game two CHHS beat G.W. Long by a score of 6-2. Senior Tripp Blackmon got the start on the mound and pitched four innings striking out one. Xavius Burden entered the game in the top of the 5th in a bases loaded jam and got out of the inning only allowing one run. Trailing 2-1 in the fifth, the Trojans erupted for five runs. Wilson reached base on an error and Shaver reached base on a fielders choice. Baggett singled and Blackmon reached on an error by the second baseman. Chase Smartt tripled home Baggett and Blackmon to give CHHS the lead. After Smartt scored on a wild pitch Denison singled and was followed by an Austin Ingram single. Denison scored from third on a balk to push the lead to 6-2.

The Trojans open their home schedule on Thursday at Hogan's Hole in the first game of the 12th Annual Terry Sikes Memorial Tournament against Providence Christian. First pitch is scheduled for 4:00.

Trojan Baseball Merchandise Available

 

CHHS baseball is once again offering a variety of items for purchase to Trojan fans. You can see the items on the order form below. To receive a hard copy of the order form, for more information, or to place an order e-mail ironsd@troyschools.net.

 

 

 

 

Team Blackmon/Mabray Wins 2012 Trojan Challenge

Seniors Tripp Blackmon and Houston Mabray captained their squad to a victory in the 2012 edition of the Trojan Challenge. The Trojan Challenge is the annual competition held at the end of the off-season workouts that includes seniors choosing teams to lead in various challenges throughout the week. Joining Blackmon and Mabray on the winning team was Austin Ingram, Jason Fleming, and Connor Adler. Over the course of the week they won first place in the mile run, the dizzy bat race, the baseball playbook test, brainteasers, and football competition.

Team Shaver was runner-up this year with victories in the obstacle course, 100 yard relay, and focus competition.

Alumni Reunion Set for October 5th

CHHS baseball will host its annual Alumni Reunion on October 5th at 6:00 pm prior to kickoff of the CHHS vs. St. James football game. The event is open to all former CHHS baseball players and their families. Dinner will be served and there is no cost for the event. Please contact Coach Irons at ironsd@troyschools.net or call the school at 334-566-3510 to confirm your attendance.

Thomas Signs with Enterprise Community College

Michael Thomas signed his National Letter of Intent on Friday to play at Enterprise Community College next year. Thomas played varsity baseball for CHHS for three season and spent the majority of that time in the outfield. He led the 2012 team in stolen bases with 11 and had a walk-off triple in the Trojans opening day victory over G.W. Long.

Lawson, Denison Named to ASWA All-State Team, Blackmon Honorable Mention

Senior Jalin Lawson and Junior Joey Denison were named to the Alabama Sports Writers Association All-State team in 5A. Junior Tripp Blackmon was named an Honorable Mention selection to the All-State team.

Lawson, a second baseman who signed a baseball scholarship to Central Alabama Community College, batted .408 during his senior campaign and drove in 44 runs. He led the team in home runs with 8, doubles with 19, and walks with 25. He also compiled a 6-0 record with 2 saves on the mound. He was an Honorable Mention selection to the All-State team during his Junior season. Earlier in the week he was named to the Dothan Eagle Super 12 team.

Denison, a first baseman, led the team with a .421 average and drove in 51 runs on the season. His 34 singles led the team and he also added 7 home runs.  He was named to the Dothan Eagle Super 12 team as an Honorable Mention.

Blackmon, a left handed pitcher, compiled a 7-2 record with a 1.52 ERA in 62 2/3 innings pitched during his Junior season. He also pitched a no hitter against Decatur.

The three players named to the All-State team is the most from CHHS since the 2009 season, when four Trojans (Daniel Hartley, Dario Rouse, K.D. Edenfield, and David Fleming) were named Honorable Mention selections.

Trojan Youth Baseball Camp Set for July 23-26

The Trojans of Charles Henderson will once again host a youth baseball camp this summer. The camp has been very successful for the past three years and we expect another great group of campers this year. The camp will be July 23-26 from 8:30 until Noon each day. Follow the link below for registration information.

Camp Information and Registration Form

Barnette, Fox Ink Baseball Scholarships

Seniors Gregory Barnette and Michael Fox signed scholarships Thursday morning in a ceremony at Wagoner Hall on the campus of Charles Henderson High School.

Barnette, the Trojans' centerfielder, committed to Wallace State Community College in Selma. He will join former teammate Chase Connell who signed with the Patriots after the 2011 season. In his senior year Barnette led the team with 41 runs scored and batted .342 with 9 doubles and a homerun. He also made tremendous contributions during his three years on the varsity with his defense in the outfield.

Fox, who played shortstop for CHHS during his senior year, signed his national letter of intent with Jefferson David Community College in Brewton. He batted .349 with 25 RBI during his senior campaign and led the team with 5 triples while adding a pair of homeruns. He also compiled a 5-2 record on the mound with a 3.06 ERA and 25 strikeouts.

The class of 2012 now has three players who have signed baseball scholarships, the most for a CHHS senior class since 2008. Fellow senior Jalin Lawson committed to Central Alabama Community College in January.

Miracle Field

The CHHS baseball teams spent Saturday morning at the Miracle Field at the Troy Recreation Center. The players had the privilage to spend some time with some very special baseball players and participate in their game. Each CHHS player matched up with a buddy and helped them throughout the game.

The Braves

 The Angels

                            Jalin Lawson and his buddy

 Shaking hands after the game.

Brantley LeCroy and his buddy.

 Michael Fox helps his buddy hustle to second base.