That is very noble stand by the coach to not allow hold backs. It will be very interesting to see if his policy changes next year as the Diamondbacks have historically flopped as HS years approached. The good kids would either go Crabs or Hawks and I would bet that history holds serve on this one. The only problem being is that these kids have not gotten better over the last few years. The skill development, regardless of their age, has been pretty shameful under this staff. Doubt even the better kids could make Crabs or Hawks.

Aren't some of these coaches on the JV staff at Spalding? Aren't Diamondbacks a feeder club for Spalding if the kids don't stay public at Severna Park? Lacking development of this team, staff also at Spalding, Spalding has 0 wins in MIAA this year and only 1 win last year. 1 + 1 = .....