THE HEART OF A CHAMPION is always beating but it always remembers to beat AS ONE . . . We Pray that our Roots helped you find your Wings – – “That God will Fill your Heart with Dreams and that Faith gives you the Courage to Continue to do Great Things”. . . In 1993, Coach Mike coined the phrase “It’s a Great Day to be a Bandit” and it remains True Today – Bandit “Round-Up” Unite & Celebrate – Happy Birthday to College Player, multiple High School All City and All District selection and Bandit 2002 National Finalist Jonathan Bustamante who turned 35 on Monday June 8 . . . Happy Birthday to “Lil” Bandits Hampton and High School Varsity Baseball Player Heaton Hughes who turned 17 on Monday June 8 . . . Prayers for You and your entire Family. May the challenges that you encounter and meet head on reflect your resilience and persistence in being elite. Stay relentless in your pursuit of Excellence. You are a role model for those you know and probably for many you don’t know . . . Our Home Page Picture is of our Bandits 2003 Champions with Jonathan Bustamante pictured front row second from the left . . . “Prepare, Anticipate, Adapt, Care and Compete Relentlessly” . . . IRON SHARPENS IRON: “If you want to go Fast go alone, if you want to go Far get people together” – – Our Site now Offers Music, Click the tab to listen
Hampton and Heaton Hughes celebrate their 17th Birthday on June 8. Both were championship members of our 8U “Lil Bandits” who played in the 8U Sportspark Select Coach Pitch League and started with our inaugural “Lil Bandits” T-Ball team. Heaton will be a graduate of the Class of 2027 from Coronado High School where he will have played varsity baseball for 3 years. “Happy Birthday” to the Hughes twins Heaton and Hampton!
Jonathan Bustamante turned 35 on June 8. Jonathan pitched in college and was a four year varsity baseball player at Montwood High School. Jonathan was the # 1 starter for the Rams for two years. Bustamante earned 5A All-District recognition three years in a row and garnered All City honors his final two seasons. Jonathan is also a member of our 2002 Bandit National Finalist for whom he pitched and played both corner infield positions. His brother Jesse is a member of our 2000 National Finalist. Happy Birthday Jonathan!
Carter Salome turns 16 on June 12. Carter was one of the youngest members of our championship “Lil” Bandits 8U team which played in the 8U Sportspark Select Coach Pitch League. “Happy Birthday” Carter!
Bandit Esteban Martinez turns 31 on June 12. Esteban was a member of our 9 and Under Bandit State Championship squad. Esteban batted lead-off and played center field. In 2014, Esteban earned District 2-4A First Team honors as a pitcher for Del Valle High School. He continued his athletic journey playing football and baseball at Sul Ross State University. “Happy Birthday” Esteban!
Bandit Brycen Horn turns 25 on June 15. Brycen started the year for our 2014 undefeated League Champion Bandits as one of two 12 year olds on our 13U roster. Age was not a factor as Brycen emerged as the team’s top shortstop and a positive contributor for the offense. Brycen celebrated his birthday on the field at the USSSA State Tournament going 2X3, with a double, a run scored, an RBI, 3 defensive assists, 1 defensive put out and turned a double play with a diving stop catch of a line drive and throwing from his knees to double up the runner. Horn was one of the more naturally gifted athletes on the squad and was always a focal point in all the team’s practices and games. Brycen enjoyed a star football career in High School. “Happy Birthday” Brycen.
Matt Guerra turns 26 on June 30. “Matty” who is also known as “Captain” or “Cap” for short was a relentless force on the baseball field. One of the greatest work ethics that any Coach could hope for is what Matt provided. A constant source of positive energy and drive and a “will” to do better and accomplish more were trademarks of his play. Matt pitched, caught, played first base, third base and even helped in the outfield when needed as he did on the team’s tournament trip to Arizona. A power bat, a plus work ethic and a true great teammate. Just a “sheer pleasure” and joy to be around. Matt continued his baseball journey as a Catcher at Coronado High School where he earned All District honors. “Happy Birthday” Matt.
