The Alpine Cowboys really liked the

The Alpine Cowboys really liked the Ruidoso Osos team in 2011. They only beat the Osos three times all year. Today the Cowboys signed Alan Gatz to complete the reunion of the Osos starting pitching staff. They Cowboys have already signed the following Osos pitchers Chris Welborn, Edgar Correa, Andrew Plotkin plus DH Joel Carranza. The Cowboys are gearing up for what appears to be a competitive Pecos League Season. Osos fans will be wearing red this year.

The Evansville Otters started build

The Evansville Otters started building their team for 2012 with the acquisition of right-handed pitcher Brian Hobbs on Thursday afternoon. The reliever comes to Evansville in a trade with the Alpine Cowboys of the Pecos League for a player to be named later.

Hobbs, the 41st round draft pick of the Los Angeles Angels in 2006, played college baseball at Chipola College and the University of South Florida, where he was a position player.

Hobbs made the transition to pitching this season with Alpine, striking out 34 batters in 23 1/3 innings pitched. Hobbs finished the year 1-2 for the Cowboys, collecting four saves and maintaining an earned run average of 1.93 .

The Evansville Otters begin the 2012 season at home on Friday, May 18th against the Washington Wild Things. First pitch on Opening Day is tentatively scheduled for 6:35 p.m. CDT at Historic Bosse Field.

Alpine Cowboys resign 7 Pecos Leagu

Alpine Cowboys resign 7 Pecos League Players. Alpine continues to build on successful 2011 season, the Cowboys have resigned the following players and named Kevin Foeman pitching Coach. Ryan Stevens will be the head coach again for the 2012 season and the Alpine Cowboys will hold a board meeting in the month of November. Alpine is looking forward to finally getting league issued umpires and the Cowboys are excited for their 4th year of baseball!

Roswell Invaders Rally Past Alpine Cowboys 11-9

Aug 14 2011 12:00AM

August 14 2011 The Roswell Invaders

August 14 2011 The Roswell Invaders defeated the Alpine Cowboys 11-9 in 11 innings. Roswell collected 10 hits and 11 walks while Alpine finished with 18 hits. Both teams committed two errors.

Roswell opened the scoring with one run in the first inning and broke the game open with a six-run fourth. Alpine answered with two runs in the fourth and a six-run seventh to take a 9-7 lead. The Invaders tied the game with two runs in the eighth before scoring twice in the 11th to secure the victory.

Brian Ramirez led Roswell with three hits, two runs and two RBI, including a home run. Josh Cakebread added two RBI and a double, while Justin Uribe drove in two runs and Clifton Thomas had one hit and one RBI. For Alpine, Nick Ochoa went 3-for-5 with two runs, three RBI and a home run. Javier Arrieta added three hits and two runs, while David Valesente collected two RBI.

Josh Grady earned the win for Roswell after allowing two hits and no runs with one strikeout in 1.2 innings. Bryant Asnicar took the loss for Alpine, giving up two runs on two hits with two walks and two strikeouts in two innings. Roswell starter Reed Brown struck out eight while allowing 13 hits and eight runs in 6.2 innings.

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Alpine Cowboys 6 Roswell Invaders 5

Aug 13 2011 12:00AM

Alpine Cowboys6 Roswell Invaders 5

Alpine Cowboys6 Roswell Invaders 5

This game was played on 8/13/2011 at Joe Bauman

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Roswell Invaders Rout Alpine Cowboys 19-4

Aug 12 2011 12:00AM

August 12 2011 The Roswell Invaders

August 12 2011 The Roswell Invaders defeated the Alpine Cowboys 19-4 after collecting 24 hits and scoring in seven of their eight offensive innings. Roswell built an early 3-0 lead through three innings, then broke the game open with seven runs in the seventh and four more in the eighth. Alpine finished with seven hits and committed three errors while Roswell had one error.

Clifton Thomas led Roswell’s offensive attack by going 6-for-6 with three runs and four RBI, including two doubles. Trivon Howard went 4-for-6 with four runs and two RBI, while Brian Ramirez drove in four runs and went 2-for-5. Brycen Bell added a two-run home run, and Josh Cakebread and Joey Friedman each collected three hits.

Alpine’s Andrew Riddick hit a two-run home run and finished with two RBI. Eric Garcia went 2-for-4 with two RBI, while David Valesente reached base four times with three walks and scored once.

Andy Wells earned the win for Roswell after allowing four hits and three earned runs in six innings. He walked five and struck out six. Roswell’s bullpen combined for three scoreless innings, with Charles Williams striking out two in a hitless ninth. Scott Shimek took the loss for Alpine after surrendering eight hits and six earned runs in 2.1 innings.

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Vaquero Hunters the Alpine Cowboys

Vaquero Hunters the Alpine Cowboys

Ruidoso Osos Build Early Lead and Defeat Alpine Cowboys 6-2

Aug 10 2011 12:00AM

August 10 2011 The Ruidoso Osos sco

August 10 2011 The Ruidoso Osos scored in each of the first three innings and defeated the Alpine Cowboys 6-2. Ruidoso finished with seven hits and no errors, while Alpine collected nine hits but committed one error.

Ruidoso took control with three runs in the first inning, added one in the second and scored twice in the third. Alpine’s only runs came in the sixth inning, leaving the Cowboys trailing 6-2 through the final frame.

Villa led the Osos with two hits and two RBI. Drew Peterson also had two hits and scored once, while Kip Masuda, J. Hyland and Sam DiMatteo each drove in a run. Hyland recorded Ruidoso’s only extra-base hit with a double. Alpine’s Tyler Hicks and Jason Simone each had two hits, and Nick Ochoa went 2-for-3 with an RBI.

Alan Gatz earned the win after allowing nine hits and two runs, both earned, in six innings. He walked one and struck out two before Jonathan Means worked a scoreless seventh inning. Kevin Foeman took the loss after allowing four runs on three hits and five walks in 1.1 innings for Alpine.

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Alpine Cowboys Hold Off Ruidoso Osos 6-4

Aug 10 2011 12:00AM

August 10 2011 The Alpine Cowboys d

August 10 2011 The Alpine Cowboys defeated the Ruidoso Osos 6-4 in a seven-inning game. Alpine scored in four consecutive innings from the second through the fourth and added two runs in the sixth to build a 6-0 lead before Ruidoso rallied for four runs in the seventh. Both teams finished with 10 hits and no errors.

Javier Arrieta led Alpine’s offense with two hits, two runs and two RBI, including his first home run of the season. Zach Welch went 2-for-3 with two RBI and a run, while Nick Ochoa added two hits and an RBI. Tyler Hicks contributed a double and an RBI, and Kyle Wells also doubled and scored a run.

Thomas Meager earned the win after allowing nine hits and four earned runs in 6.1 innings while striking out 11 and walking two. Bryant Asnicar recorded the save with two strikeouts in two-thirds of an inning. Drew Peterson took the loss for Ruidoso after surrendering seven hits and four earned runs in three innings, while Eddie Browne allowed two runs in two innings.

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Alpine Cowboys Rally Past Ruidoso Osos 11-5

Aug 9 2011 12:00AM

August 9 2011 The Alpine Cowboys ov

August 9 2011 The Alpine Cowboys overcame an early deficit with an 11-5 victory over the Ruidoso Osos at Kokernot Field. Alpine finished with 18 hits and scored in each of the fifth through seventh innings, while Ruidoso collected seven hits and committed no errors. The Cowboys made two errors. Ruidoso led 5-0 after scoring twice in the fourth and three times in the fifth. Joel Carranza supplied the Osos’ biggest hit with a three-run home run and finished with two hits and three RBI. Alpine answered with six runs in the bottom of the fifth to take the lead, then added three runs in the sixth and two in the seventh. Eric Garcia led Alpine’s offensive attack by going 4-for-5 with two runs and four RBI, including a home run. Nick Ochoa added a two-run homer, two hits and three RBI, while Kyle Wells drove in two runs and David Valesente had two RBI. James Kono and Javier Arrieta added three hits and two hits respectively. Reed Alfieri earned the win after allowing one hit and no runs in one inning with one strikeout. Alfredo Caballero started for Alpine and allowed five runs, three earned, on four hits in 4 2/3 innings. Ruidoso starter Chris Welborn allowed five runs on seven hits in 4 1/3 innings, and Alex Fernandez was charged with the loss after permitting one run in two-thirds of an inning.

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Ruidoso Osos Defeat Alpine Cowboys 9-6

Aug 8 2011 12:00AM

August 8 2011 The Ruidoso Osos defe

August 8 2011 The Ruidoso Osos defeated the Alpine Cowboys 9-6 at Kokernot Field on August 8 2011. Ruidoso scored three times in the first inning, answered Alpine’s four-run fourth with a five-run fifth, and added an insurance run in the eighth. Alpine scored once in the seventh and once in the ninth but could not complete the comeback.

Joel Carranza led Ruidoso with two hits, including a home run, and four RBI. Jonathan Means went 3-for-3 with a home run and three RBI, while Kip Masuda collected two hits, including two doubles, and drove in a run. Ruidoso finished with eight hits and nine runs, with Carranza and Means accounting for seven RBI.

Edgar Correa earned the win after allowing five hits and four runs over six innings, with one earned run, six walks and four strikeouts. Andrew Plotkin worked the final three innings for the save, allowing two runs on two hits while striking out three. Alpine’s Tyler Hicks had two hits, including two doubles, and three RBI. Scott Shimek took the loss after surrendering eight runs, six earned, on six hits in five innings.

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Las Cruces Vaqueros 7 Alpine Cowboys 2

Aug 6 2011 12:00AM

Las Cruces Vaqueros 7 Alpine Cowboy

Las Cruces Vaqueros 7 Alpine Cowboys 2

This game was played on 8/6/2011 at Apodoca Park

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Las Cruces Vaqueros Hold Off Alpine Cowboys 10-9

Aug 6 2011 12:00AM

August 6 2011 The Las Cruces Vaquer

August 6 2011 The Las Cruces Vaqueros held off the Alpine Cowboys 10-9 after Alpine mounted a late comeback. Las Cruces scored six runs in the third inning, added two in the fourth and two in the eighth to finish with 10 runs on eight hits. Alpine collected 14 hits and scored in five different innings but could not complete the rally.

Clint Stroud led Las Cruces with two hits, three runs and three RBI, including a home run. Harry Williams Jr. and Dan Pembrooke each drove in three runs, with Williams also hitting a home run and Pembrooke adding one of his own. Juan F. Martinez homered and finished with one RBI. For Alpine, Nick Ochoa went 3-for-4 with two runs, one RBI and a double, while Andrew Riddick hit a home run and drove in a run.

Drew Cavender earned the win for Las Cruces after allowing four runs on eight hits in four innings, with three walks and three strikeouts. Raphael Anzola recorded the save despite allowing two runs on two hits in the ninth. Alpine starter Kevin Foeman took the loss, surrendering seven runs on four hits in three innings while walking six and striking out two.

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Alpine Cowboys Rally Past Las Cruces 10-6

Aug 4 2011 12:00AM

August 4 2011 The Alpine Cowboys ov

August 4 2011 The Alpine Cowboys overcame a six-run fifth inning by the Las Cruces Vaqueros to earn a 10-6 victory. Alpine outhit Las Cruces 13-12 and scored in six different innings, including a three-run ninth that secured the win. The Vaqueros committed one error while Alpine finished without an error.

Nick Ochoa led Alpine with three hits, three RBI and two runs, including a home run and a double. Jason Simone and Javier Arrieta each added three hits, while Kyle Wells hit a home run and drove in two runs. Alpine took an early 3-0 lead before Las Cruces scored six times in the fifth, but the Cowboys answered with two runs in the sixth and added single runs in the seventh and eighth to move ahead before their final three-run burst.

Bryant Asnicar earned the victory after allowing one hit and no runs in two innings, striking out three and walking one. Doug McIntyre also worked 1.2 scoreless innings for Alpine, while Steve Merslich recorded two strikeouts in two-thirds of an inning. Leo Madrid allowed five runs on seven hits over six innings for Las Cruces, and Thomas Romero was charged with the loss after permitting two runs in two innings.

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Alpine Cowboys Edge Vaqueros in 10 Innings

Aug 3 2011 12:00AM

August 3 2011 The Alpine Cowboys de

August 3 2011 The Alpine Cowboys defeated the Las Cruces Vaqueros 4-3 in 10 innings. Alpine scored twice in the fourth inning, added a run in the seventh and broke a 3-3 tie with one run in the 10th. Las Cruces scored once in the third and twice in the seventh.

Jason Simone led Alpine’s 13-hit attack with three hits in five at-bats. Nick Ochoa and Zach Welch each had two hits, while Welch and James Kono drove in a run apiece. Eric Garcia added a pinch-hit RBI double, and Andrew Riddick scored twice while reaching base on two walks.

Clint Stroud supplied Las Cruces’ key offense with a two-run home run, his 13th of the season. Rob Herrmann added two hits and an RBI, while J.T. Putt and Justin Lucero also collected two hits each. The Vaqueros finished with nine hits and left five runners on base.

Brian Hobbs earned the win for Alpine after allowing two hits and no runs over two innings while striking out four. Scott Shimek worked the first seven innings and allowed three earned runs on four hits with four strikeouts. Las Cruces starter Josh Walker allowed three earned runs on 11 hits in seven innings and struck out nine, while Raphael Anzola took the loss after allowing Alpine’s winning run in the 10th.

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The Alpine Cowboys are hot, they ha

The Alpine Cowboys are hot, they have won 8 in a row including sweeping Carlbad and White Sands. The Cowboys are now the 4th team in the playoff race and if the season ended today they would be in the playoffs. The Cowboys head into two critical series at Las Cruces (4), and host Ruidoso (4). This will determine the fate of the Cowboys who have been the 5th seed for much of the season.

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Jul 29 2011 12:00AM

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July 29 2011 The supplied HTML does not contain the game box score or information identifying the teams, final score, scoring, batting performances or pitching statistics.

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Alpine sweeps White Sands to return

Alpine sweeps White Sands to return to the Playoff Race. Alpine is currently only 1-1/2 games out of fourth place. The Cowboys have positioned themselves good with Carlsbad coming to town for a three game series. Then August 3rd-August 6th, the Cowboys travel to Las Cruces in what could be a battle for the final playoff spot. Las Cruces has a 4 game series with White Sands this week. The Alpine Cowboys end the season with a four game series hosting Ruidoso. The season will most likely come down to the final day of the year. Alpine has dug out of a deep hole.

• On Thursday Alpine won 4-0 with a Alfredo Caballero shutout.
• On Friday Alpine won 11-3 behind big hitting from Nacho Ochoa and James Kono
• Saturdays games were rained out.
• Sunday Game 1, Kevin Foeman pitched 5 innings allowing two runs to lead Alpine to a 4-2 win.
• In the 2nd game Sunday Alpine scored three runs in the bottom of the 7th with doubles from Kyle Wells and Andrew Riddick to sweep White Sands

Alpine Cowboys Rally Past White Sands Pupfish 4-3

Jul 24 2011 12:00AM

July 24 2011 The Alpine Cowboys ral

July 24 2011 The Alpine Cowboys rallied for three runs in the seventh inning to defeat the White Sands Pupfish 4-3 at Kokernot Field. Alpine finished with nine hits and no errors while White Sands also collected nine hits without committing an error.

White Sands took a 1-0 lead in the second inning, but Alpine answered with a run in the first and carried a 1-3 deficit into the seventh. Kyle Wells drove in two runs and Andrew Riddick added an RBI for the Cowboys. Tyler Hicks went 3-for-4 with two runs scored, while Wells had two hits and Nick Ochoa added a hit and a run.

Ruben Sanchez led White Sands with three hits in four at-bats and drove in a run. Tim Rotola and Brandon Kendricks each recorded two hits, and White Sands scored twice in the seventh, but the rally fell short. The Pupfish received an RBI from L. in the inning.

Scott Shimek earned the win after allowing three runs on nine hits with four walks and two strikeouts in 6.2 innings. Steve Merslich recorded the final out for Alpine, and Brian Hobbs was credited with the save. Chris Smith held Alpine to one run on five hits over six innings with two walks and three strikeouts for White Sands before Jacob McBride took the loss after surrendering four hits and three runs in 0.2 innings.

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Alpine Cowboys Rally Past White Sands Pupfish 4-2

Jul 24 2011 12:00AM

July 24 2011 The Alpine Cowboys ral

July 24 2011 The Alpine Cowboys rallied for a 4-2 victory over the White Sands Pupfish at Kokernot Field. White Sands scored twice in the first inning, but Alpine answered with two runs in the fifth and two more in the sixth to take the lead and complete the comeback.

White Sands finished with five hits and six walks. Tim Rotola went 2-for-3 with a walk, while Cody Collins reached base four times with two walks and scored one run. Brandon Kendricks added a hit, a walk and the Pupfish’s lone RBI.

Alpine collected three hits and drew five walks. Austin Newell went 1-for-2 with a run and an RBI, and Kyle Wells was 1-for-1 with two walks and an RBI. Zach Welch also had a hit, drew a walk and scored twice.

Kevin Foeman pitched five innings for Alpine, allowing two runs on two hits with five walks and six strikeouts. Steve Merslich earned the win after a scoreless sixth inning with two strikeouts, and Brian Hobbs worked the seventh for the save. White Sands starter Jake Ramsey took the loss after allowing four runs on three hits in six innings.

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Alpine Cowboys Pull Away From White Sands Pupfish 11-3

Jul 22 2011 12:00AM

July 22 2011 The Alpine Cowboys def

July 22 2011 The Alpine Cowboys defeated the White Sands Pupfish 11-3 at Kokernot Field, scoring in each of the first three innings and adding three more runs in the fifth. Alpine built an 8-0 lead through five innings before White Sands scored once in the sixth, eighth and ninth innings. The Cowboys finished with 13 hits, while the Pupfish collected 12 and committed five errors compared with one for Alpine.

Nick Ochoa led Alpine with three hits and two RBI. Kyle Wells went 1-for-5 with two RBI, Jason Simone drove in two runs, and David Valesente and Zach Welch each recorded two hits and an RBI. Tyler Hicks scored three runs and drew three walks, while Welch scored twice and stole a base.

Parker Talbert earned the win after allowing seven hits but no runs over five innings, striking out two and walking two. Jack Winters, Stephen Szkotak and Greg Bond completed the game for Alpine, with Szkotak credited for the save in the pitching statistics. White Sands starter Brandon Glazebrook took the loss after surrendering six runs, five earned, on six hits in two innings.

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Alpine Cowboys Rally Past Las Cruces Vaqueros 6-4

Jul 19 2011 12:00AM

July 19 2011 The Alpine Cowboys ove

July 19 2011 The Alpine Cowboys overcame an early deficit to defeat the Las Cruces Vaqueros 6-4 at Kokernot Field. Alpine scored six runs on five hits without committing an error, while Las Cruces finished with 11 hits and no errors.

Las Cruces took a 2-0 lead in the second inning and added two more runs in the fourth. Alpine answered with two runs in the third before breaking the game open with a four-run fifth inning. Jason Simone went 2-for-2 with two RBI and a walk, while Kyle Wells, Giorgio Fuda and Mike Marion each drove in a run. Javier Arrieta scored twice and Cody Jones scored twice for Alpine.

Henry Fuentes, Clint Stroud, Mitch Saum and Rob Herrmann each collected two hits for Las Cruces. Stroud drove in two runs, while Fuentes and Herrmann each added an RBI. Juan F. Martinez contributed a double, as did Stroud and Saum.

Thomas Meager earned the win for Alpine after allowing four runs on eight hits in five innings, striking out nine and walking two. Bryant Asnicar worked 1.2 scoreless innings with one strikeout, and Brian Hobbs recorded the save with a scoreless ninth of an inning. Las Cruces starter Jorge Crespo took the loss after giving up five runs in 4.1 innings, and Mike Duckworth allowed one run in 1.2 innings.

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Las Cruces Vaqueros Beat Alpine Cowboys 5-2 July 19 2011

Jul 19 2011 12:00AM

July 19 2011 The Las Cruces Vaquero

July 19 2011 The Las Cruces Vaqueros defeated the Alpine Cowboys 5-2 at Kokernot Field, using a three-run third inning and adding single runs in the sixth and seventh. Alpine scored once in the second and fifth innings but was held scoreless over the final two frames. Las Cruces finished with eight hits while Alpine collected five.

Henry Fuentes homered and drove in a run for Las Cruces, while Juan F. Martinez went 2-for-4 with an RBI and Clint Stroud added three hits and an RBI. J.T. Putt also drove in a run, and Justin Lucero and Rob Herrmann each scored. Alpines Jason Simone recorded the teams lone RBI, and Nick Ochoa had a double.

Thomas Romero earned the win after allowing four hits and two earned runs in five innings, with four walks and one strikeout. Brandon Kelley worked two scoreless innings and allowed one hit to earn the save. Alpine starter Kevin Foeman took the loss after giving up six hits and four runs, three earned, in six innings while striking out six. Brian Hobbs struck out three in a scoreless inning of relief for the Cowboys.

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Las Cruces Holds Off Alpine 5-4

Jul 18 2011 12:00AM

July 18 2011 The Las Cruces Vaquero

July 18 2011 The Las Cruces Vaqueros defeated the Alpine Cowboys 5-4 after building an early lead and holding off a late Alpine rally. Las Cruces scored once in the first inning and twice in the second to take a 3-0 advantage, then added two runs in the sixth. Alpine answered with two runs in the fourth, one in the fifth and one in the ninth, but could not complete the comeback.

Juan F. Martinez led Las Cruces with three hits in four at-bats and scored once. J.T. Putt scored twice, while Steve Vranau, Justin Lucero and Rob Herrmann also scored. Herrmann added Las Cruces’ only extra-base hit with a double. Alpine received two-hit games from Kyle Wells, David Valesente and James Kono. Wells and Valesente each drove in a run, and Zach Welch also had an RBI.

Brandon Veronee worked seven innings for Las Cruces, allowing five hits and three runs, one earned, while striking out four and walking two. Mike Duckworth pitched the final two innings for the save, allowing four hits and one run. The game information lists Andy Watson as the winning pitcher, while Greg Denton was listed as Alpine’s losing pitcher. Bryant Asnicar struck out three in 2 2/3 scoreless innings for Alpine.

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Ruidoso Osos Rally Past Alpine Cowboys 7-6

Jul 16 2011 12:00AM

July 16 2011 The Ruidoso Osos defea

July 16 2011 The Ruidoso Osos defeated the Alpine Cowboys 7-6 at Whites Mountain Park. Ruidoso collected nine hits and played error-free baseball, while Alpine finished with eight hits and one error.

Ruidoso built a 3-0 lead in the third inning and added two runs in the fourth. Alpine answered with four runs in the fourth to take the lead, but the Osos scored once in the sixth and once in the seventh to secure the victory. Alpine scored twice in the sixth but could not regain the lead.

Case Rigby powered Ruidoso with a home run and three RBIs, while Drew Peterson and J. Carranza each drove in a run. Kip Masuda added two hits, a run and an RBI, and Carranza doubled. Alpine’s David Valesente went 1-for-2 with three RBIs, Zach Welch went 2-for-2 with two RBIs, and Javier Arrieta scored twice and drove in a run.

Mike Devito earned the win for Ruidoso after allowing no runs and no hits in one inning, with one walk. Thomas Meager took the loss for Alpine despite allowing one run in 1.1 innings; Kevin Foeman started for the Cowboys and allowed six runs on six hits in five innings.

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Ruidoso Osos Defeat Alpine Cowboys 10-5

Jul 16 2011 12:00AM

July 16 2011 The Ruidoso Osos score

July 16 2011 The Ruidoso Osos scored in six consecutive innings after the first and defeated the Alpine Cowboys 10-5. Ruidoso collected 14 hits and overcame a four-run first inning by Alpine, which finished with seven hits and scored five runs in the game.

Ruidoso took control with three runs in the fourth inning to turn an 8-5 lead into a four-run advantage. Casey Kahsen went 3-for-4 with a home run and three RBI, while Chris Juarez drove in three runs and Sean Proni added two RBI. Drew Peterson contributed three hits and two RBI, and Chris Davis went 3-for-3 with a double and a triple.

Leo Madrid earned the win for Ruidoso after allowing seven hits and five runs, two earned, in seven innings. He walked three and struck out three while throwing 109 pitches. Alpine starter Steven Szkotak took the loss after surrendering seven hits and five earned runs in 2.2 innings. Kyle Wells had two hits and an RBI for Alpine, while Eric Garcia added an RBI.

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Alpine Cowboys Outlast Ruidoso Osos 11-9

Jul 15 2011 12:00AM

July 15 2011 The Alpine Cowboys ral

July 15 2011 The Alpine Cowboys rallied from an early deficit to defeat the Ruidoso Osos 11-9. Alpine finished with 16 hits and scored five runs in the second inning and three more in the third after Ruidoso opened the game with three runs. The Cowboys added single runs in the fourth fifth and ninth innings to secure the win.

Jason Simone led Alpine with three hits and two RBI. James Kono scored three runs and drove in two while Mike Marion went 2-for-5 with a home run two runs and one RBI. David Valesente Anderson Gardner and Eric Garcia each collected two hits, and Alpine’s 16-hit attack included five doubles and Marion’s solo homer.

Ruidoso produced 13 hits, with Drew Peterson and Chris Juarez each driving in three runs. Juarez finished 2-for-5 while J. Carranza went 2-for-4 and scored twice. Alfredo Caballero earned the win for Alpine after allowing 10 hits and nine runs seven earned in 6.1 innings with five strikeouts. Brian Hobbs recorded the save by working 2.2 scoreless innings with three strikeouts, while Alan Gatz took the loss for Ruidoso after surrendering nine runs six earned on 10 hits in four innings.

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Ruidoso Osos Blank Alpine Cowboys 10-0

Jul 14 2011 12:00AM

July 14 2011 The Ruidoso Osos defea

July 14 2011 The Ruidoso Osos defeated the Alpine Cowboys 10-0 behind a complete-game shutout from Chris Welborn. Ruidoso finished with 13 hits while Alpine collected seven.

Ruidoso scored twice in the first inning, added a run in the third and two more in the fifth before breaking the game open with five runs in the seventh. J. Carranza delivered the biggest offensive performance, going 3-for-5 with two home runs, two runs scored and five RBI. Case Rigby went 4-for-5 with two doubles, three runs and two RBI, while Kip Masuda added two hits.

Welborn earned the win on July 14 2011 by allowing seven hits and four walks while striking out three over nine scoreless innings. He threw 100 pitches, 66 for strikes. Scott Shimek took the loss for Alpine after allowing eight earned runs on nine hits with four walks and three strikeouts in six innings.

Alpines Kyle Wells recorded three hits in the shutout loss, while Tyler Hicks added two hits. Ruidoso also turned three double plays in support of Welborn.

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Carlsbad Bats 16 Alpine Cowboys 8

Jul 11 2011 12:00AM

Carlsbad Bats 16 Alpine Cowboys 8

Carlsbad Bats 16 Alpine Cowboys 8

This game was played on 7/11/2011 at Martinez Field

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White Sands Pupfish Edge Alpine Cowboys in 13 Innings

Jul 9 2011 12:00AM

July 9 2011 The White Sands Pupfish

July 9 2011 The White Sands Pupfish defeated the Alpine Cowboys 5-4 in 13 innings at Kokernot Field. White Sands outhit Alpine 14-12 and overcame three errors to Alpine’s two in the extra-inning contest.

White Sands scored in the first, fourth and seventh innings before adding a run in the 12th and the decisive run in the 13th. Alpine answered with single runs in the third, fifth and sixth innings and tied the game in the 12th, but could not produce a response in the final frame.

Ernie Munoz, Jamaal Jackson and Chris Nyman each collected three hits for White Sands. Justin Smith scored once and drove in a run, while Nyman also recorded an RBI. Alpine’s Austin Newell had two hits and two RBIs, and James Kono added two hits and an RBI.

White Sands used four pitchers, with Ryan DeLaughter earning the win after allowing one run on one hit in one inning. Tim Aucoin worked a scoreless ninth inning for the save. Alpine’s Reed Alfieri took the loss after surrendering one run on two hits in 1.2 innings. Thomas Meager struck out eight in 5.1 innings for Alpine.

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White Sands Pupfish Beat Alpine Cowboys 3-1 on July 9 2011

Jul 9 2011 12:00AM

July 9 2011 The White Sands Pupfish

July 9 2011 The White Sands Pupfish scored three runs in the fifth inning and held on for a 3-1 victory over the Alpine Cowboys. White Sands finished with five hits and no errors, while Alpine collected six hits and committed one error.

Alpine took a 1-0 lead in the third inning, but the Pupfish answered with three runs in the fifth. Ernie Munoz delivered White Sands’ only RBI, and he and Cody Collins each hit a double. Tim Rotola, Jamaal Jackson, Robert Rodriguez and Collins also recorded hits for the Pupfish.

Chris Smith earned the win with a complete seven-inning effort, allowing six hits and one run while striking out three and walking two. Alfredo Caballero took the loss despite striking out 10; he allowed five hits and three runs in seven innings. Alpine’s Austin Newell had two hits, while Kyle Wells went 2-for-3 with the Cowboys’ lone RBI.

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Alpine Cowboys Rally Past White Sands Pupfish 13-12

Jul 8 2011 12:00AM

July 8 2011 The Alpine Cowboys over

July 8 2011 The Alpine Cowboys overcame a late deficit to defeat the White Sands Pupfish 13-12 in a high-scoring game. Alpine collected 12 hits and scored four runs in the bottom of the ninth inning to secure the victory, while White Sands finished with 14 hits.

Alpine built an early 7-5 lead by scoring three runs in the first inning and four in the second. White Sands answered with two runs in the third to tie the game, then added two runs in the fifth, one in the sixth and two in the seventh to take a 12-9 advantage. Alpine scored twice in the seventh before its four-run ninth-inning rally turned the game in its favor.

Ernie Munoz led White Sands with five hits, three runs and four RBI in six at-bats. Tim Rotola scored three runs and reached base three times, while Chris Nyman had two hits and an RBI. For Alpine, Austin Newell went 3-for-5 with two runs, two RBI and a home run. Kyle Wells scored three runs and added an RBI, and David Valesente drove in three runs. Yasel Gutierrez and Anderson Gardner each contributed two RBI.

Stephen Szkotak earned the win for Alpine after throwing two scoreless innings with four strikeouts and no hits allowed. Parker Talbert started for the Cowboys and allowed five runs in 1.1 innings, while Greg Denton surrendered four runs in three innings. White Sands starter Paul Jinkens worked seven innings, allowing eight hits and nine runs, six earned, with seven walks and one strikeout. Adam Osteen took the loss after allowing two runs on two hits in one-third of an inning.

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Alpine Cowboys Defeat White Sands Pupfish 8-1

Jul 7 2011 12:00AM

July 7 2011 The Alpine Cowboys scor

July 7 2011 The Alpine Cowboys scored eight unanswered runs to defeat the White Sands Pupfish 8-1. Alpine collected 10 hits and took control with a five-run third inning after scoring once in the second. The Cowboys added two more runs in the seventh, while White Sands scored its lone run in the eighth. Javier Arrieta went 2-for-4 with three RBI for Alpine, while David Valesente went 2-for-3 with two RBI and two runs scored. Zach Welch added two hits and one RBI, and Jason Simone scored twice. Kyle Wells reached base three times with two walks and scored twice as the Cowboys finished with six RBI and eight walks. Scott Shimek earned the win for Alpine after allowing nine hits but no runs in seven innings. He struck out five and walked two. Bryant Asnicar and Jon Edwards each pitched one inning in relief. White Sands starter Kolby Peterson allowed eight hits and six runs, five earned, in four innings, while Jon Durket surrendered two runs in 2.2 innings. White Sands had 10 hits but left 13 runners on base.

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Alpine Cowboys Pull Away From Carlsbad Bats 11-5

Jul 5 2011 12:00AM

July 5 2011 The Alpine Cowboys defe

July 5 2011 The Alpine Cowboys defeated the Carlsbad Bats 11-5 at Kokernot Field. Alpine scored in each of the first four innings, including four-run rallies in the second and fourth, to build a 10-3 lead. The Cowboys added another run in the eighth, while Carlsbad scored three times in the fifth and twice in the eighth. Nick Ochoa led Alpine with two hits and five RBIs. Yasel Gutierrez added a hit and an RBI, while Javier Arrieta, David Valesente and James Kono also drove in runs. Alpine totaled six hits but drew eight walks and took advantage of its early offensive opportunities. Kevin Foeman earned the win after allowing four hits and three runs, one earned, in five innings. He walked four and struck out four. Jack Winters worked three innings and allowed two runs on six hits, while Doug McIntyre pitched a scoreless ninth. Carlsbad starter Joe Snider took the loss after surrendering 10 runs, seven earned, on five hits in four innings; he walked eight and struck out one. Greg Perret paced Carlsbad with three hits, and Kieran Bradford and Brandon Powers each had two hits. Powers drove in three runs, while Bradford added one RBI. Carlsbad finished with 10 hits but left five errors between the teams and could not overcome Alpine’s early advantage.

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Alpine Cowboys Outslug Carlsbad Bats 16-8

Jul 4 2011 12:00AM

July 4 2011 The Alpine Cowboys defe

July 4 2011 The Alpine Cowboys defeated the Carlsbad Bats 16-8 in a high-scoring game at Alpine. The Cowboys collected 16 hits and scored in six innings, while Carlsbad finished with 17 hits but could not overcome an early deficit and Alpine’s late surge.

Alpine took control with three runs in the first inning and three more in the second before adding another in the third. Carlsbad answered with five runs in the fifth to cut into the lead, but Alpine responded with two runs in the sixth, three in the seventh and four in the eighth to secure the victory.

Jason Simone went 3-for-6 with three RBI and three runs for Alpine. Kyle Wells added three hits, three runs and one RBI, while Nick Ochoa went 3-for-4 with four runs and two RBI. Tyler Hicks had two hits and one RBI, and Eric Garcia drove in three runs. Carlsbad’s Kieran Bradford hit two home runs and finished with two hits and two RBI, while Greg Perret collected four hits and David Holcombe had three hits.

Reed Alfieri earned the win for Alpine after allowing three hits and no runs in 1.1 innings, striking out three. Alfredo Caballero worked 4.2 innings, giving up 10 hits and six runs, five earned, with four strikeouts. Jon Edwards closed with a scoreless inning and two strikeouts. Brandon Veronee took the loss for Carlsbad after allowing 11 hits and nine runs, eight earned, in 5.1 innings.

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Alpine Cowboys 5 Carlsbad Bats 4

Jul 3 2011 12:00AM

Alpine Cowboys 5 Carlsbad Bats 4

Alpine Cowboys 5 Carlsbad Bats 4

This game was played on 7/3/2011 at Kokernot Field

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Alpine Cowboys Rally Past Las Cruces Vaqueros 9-7

Jul 2 2011 12:00AM

July 2 2011 The Alpine Cowboys rall

July 2 2011 The Alpine Cowboys rallied for five runs in the seventh inning and held on for a 9-7 victory over the Las Cruces Vaqueros. Alpine collected 13 hits and overcame two errors while Las Cruces finished with 15 hits and two errors.

Alpine scored once in the first inning and twice in the second before Las Cruces responded with two runs in the third and three in the fourth. The Cowboys added a run in the fifth, but the Vaqueros extended their lead to 7-4 with two runs in the sixth. Alpine’s five-run seventh put the Cowboys back in front for good.

Jason Simone led Alpine with four hits in six at-bats and drove in two runs. Tyler Hicks scored twice and reached base four times with two hits and two walks, while Nick Ochoa and Javier Arrieta each collected two hits and one RBI. Nathan Skeen and Zach Welch also drove in runs for the Cowboys.

Las Cruces received three hits and three runs from Mitch Saum, who hit two home runs and drove in two runs. Henry Fuentes hit a home run and had two hits and one RBI, while Clint Stroud added a homer and three hits. Jack Winters earned the win for Alpine after allowing one run on one hit in 1.1 innings. Kyle Boggio took the loss for Las Cruces after surrendering nine runs, six earned, on 12 hits in seven innings.

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Cowboys Pull Away from Vaqueros in 9-3 Victory

Jul 1 2011 12:00AM

July 1 2011 The Alpine Cowboys scor

July 1 2011 The Alpine Cowboys scored six runs in the third inning and went on to defeat the Las Cruces Vaqueros 9-3. Alpine finished with 10 hits and no errors while Las Cruces collected nine hits and committed six errors.

Alpine led 2-1 after two innings before breaking the game open with its six-run third. The Cowboys added another run in the seventh, while Las Cruces scored once in the second third and seventh innings. Tyler Hicks led Alpine with two hits and five RBI, including a double. David Valesente and Austin Newell each added two hits, while Valesente drove in a run. Cody Jones scored three times and contributed an RBI.

Scott Shimek earned the win for Alpine after allowing three runs on nine hits over seven innings with one walk and five strikeouts. Brian Hobbs closed out the victory with two scoreless innings and three strikeouts. Thomas Romero took the loss for Las Cruces after surrendering eight runs on eight hits in 2.2 innings.

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Alpine Cowboys Defeat Las Cruces 12-3

Jun 30 2011 12:00AM

June 30 2011 The Alpine Cowboys sco

June 30 2011 The Alpine Cowboys scored 11 runs over the fourth and fifth innings and defeated the Las Cruces Vaqueros 12-3. Alpine finished with 11 hits, while Las Cruces collected four. The Cowboys also overcame three errors in the field as the Vaqueros played errorless defense.

Alpine scored four runs in the fourth inning and broke the game open with a seven-run fifth. Tyler Hicks went 2-for-5 with a home run, two runs and two RBI. Zach Welch drove in three runs, while Hicks and Anthony Gibbons each finished with two RBI. Nick Ochoa and Cody Jones also had two hits apiece. Las Cruces scored twice in the fourth and once in the seventh, with Clint Stroud providing the Vaqueros" lone home run and an RBI.

Kevin Foeman earned the win after allowing two runs on two hits in six innings, with one walk and one strikeout. Reed Alfieri worked three innings and allowed one run on two hits while striking out two. Josh Spicer took the loss for Las Cruces after surrendering five earned runs in 3.1 innings. Juan Medina allowed six earned runs in 1.1 innings, while Joshua Barnhart held Alpine scoreless over the final three innings.

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Las Cruces Vaqueros Defeat Alpine Cowboys 11-2

Jun 29 2011 12:00AM

June 29 2011 The Las Cruces Vaquero

June 29 2011 The Las Cruces Vaqueros defeated the Alpine Cowboys 11-2 at Apodaca Park, scoring in seven of the first eight innings before Alpine scored twice in the ninth. Las Cruces collected 12 hits and held Alpine to nine hits in the game.

Steve Allaire led the Vaqueros offense by going 3-for-4 with a run and five RBIs, including two triples and a double. Bo Bell went 2-for-5 with a home run and three RBIs, while Henry Fuentes added a two-run homer, two hits, two runs and one RBI. Steve Vranau also contributed two hits and an RBI.

Gabby Duran earned the win with a complete-game effort, allowing nine hits and two earned runs while walking six and striking out eight. Alfredo Caballero took the loss for Alpine after allowing two runs in three innings. Las Cruces built its lead with one run in the first, one in the third, three in the fourth, two in the fifth, one in the seventh and three in the eighth.

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Roswell Invaders Edge Alpine Cowboys 2-1

Jun 25 2011 12:00AM

June 25 2011 The Roswell Invaders d

June 25 2011 The Roswell Invaders defeated the Alpine Cowboys 2-1 in a tightly contested game decided in the sixth inning. Alpine scored its lone run in the sixth, while Roswell answered with two runs in the bottom half to take the lead. Roswell finished with seven hits and one error, while Alpine collected nine hits and committed three errors.

Reed Brown delivered a complete-game victory for Roswell, allowing one run on nine hits with no walks and six strikeouts over nine innings. Scott Shimek took the loss for Alpine after allowing two earned runs on six hits in 6.2 innings, with four walks and six strikeouts. Thomas Meager worked the final 1.1 innings for Alpine and gave up one hit while striking out two.

Mike Marion provided Alpine"s offense with a home run, one RBI and one run scored. Nick Ochoa had two hits, including a double, and Zach Welch also collected two hits. For Roswell, Kevin Hoef had a double, scored once and drove in a run, while Jake Bruns added a hit and an RBI. All three runs in the game were scored in the sixth inning.

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Roswell Invaders Rally Past Alpine Cowboys 10-8

Jun 24 2011 12:00AM

June 24 2011 The Roswell Invaders o

June 24 2011 The Roswell Invaders overcame a four-run fifth inning by the Alpine Cowboys with a six-run sixth and held on for a 10-8 victory. Roswell finished with 15 hits and no errors while Alpine collected 20 hits and committed two errors.

Josh Cakebread led Roswell with four hits and two RBIs, while Clifton Thomas went 3-for-5 with three runs scored. Justin Uribe added three hits, a run and two RBIs, and Brian Ramirez drove in two runs. Jake Bruns hit a home run for the Invaders, who also received a two-RBI performance from Brian Bell.

Alpine received three hits apiece from Tyler Hicks James Kono and David Valesente. Nick Ochoa went 1-for-3 with a home run two RBIs and a run scored, while Javier Arrieta added two RBIs. Alpine scored once in the fourth four times in the fifth once in the seventh and twice in the ninth, but could not complete the comeback.

Mike McCravey allowed five runs on 13 hits over 5.2 innings for Roswell before Brian Lewis earned the win with one-third of an inning. Anthony Carrillo recorded the save with two-thirds of a scoreless inning. Stephen Szkotak allowed four runs over five innings for Alpine, while Greg Denton took the loss after surrendering four runs in two-thirds of an inning.

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Roswell Invaders Edge Alpine Cowboys 8-7

Jun 23 2011 12:00AM

June 23 2011 The Roswell Invaders h

June 23 2011 The Roswell Invaders held off the Alpine Cowboys 8-7 at Coca Cola Park. Roswell scored 10 hits and overcame a four-run second inning by Alpine, which finished with 12 hits and seven runs.

Alpine built a 4-1 lead in the second before Roswell answered with a run in the fourth and six runs in the fifth to take an 8-5 advantage. The Cowboys scored twice in the sixth, but Roswell kept Alpine off the board over the final three innings.

Tyler Hicks led Alpine with three hits and four RBI, including a double. Eric Garcia added two RBI, while Zach Welch drove in one run. For Roswell, Cody Fuqua went 2-for-3 with two RBI, and Josh Grady had one hit and two RBI. Clifton Thomas and Justin Uribe each collected two hits.

Grady earned the win after allowing 10 hits and seven runs, five earned, in eight innings with three walks and three strikeouts. Anthony Carrillo pitched a scoreless ninth for the save. Alpine starter Kevin Foeman took the loss after giving up six hits and eight runs, seven earned, in 4 1/3 innings.

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Alpine Cowboys Rally Past Roswell Invaders 8-3

Jun 22 2011 12:00AM

June 22 2011 The Alpine Cowboys def

June 22 2011 The Alpine Cowboys defeated the Roswell Invaders 8-3 after breaking open a close game with a five-run seventh inning. Alpine led 1-0 after four innings, but Roswell moved ahead 2-1 in the fifth before the Cowboys took control. Alpine added two insurance runs in the ninth to complete the victory.

Nick Ochoa paced Alpine with two hits, two RBI and a home run. David Valesente also drove in two runs, while James Kono, Collins and Alfredo Caballero each added an RBI. Kyle Wells, Tyler Hicks and Anderson Gardner recorded two hits apiece as Alpine finished with 13 hits. Roswell collected nine hits, led by Clifton Thomas with three and Adrian Martinez and Joey Friedman with two each.

Caballero earned the complete-game victory, allowing nine hits and three runs over nine innings. Only one of the runs was earned, and he struck out six while walking four. Brandon Godfrey took the loss for Roswell after allowing six runs, including three earned, on six hits in six innings; Adam Polston, Charles Williams and T. Nelson also pitched in relief.

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Alpine sweeps Carlsbad in Carlsbad

Alpine sweeps Carlsbad in Carlsbad New Mexico. The Pecos League played its first neutral site series in league history in Carlsbad New Mexico. The event served its purpose but could not have been under worse scheduling conditions. The teams played a Sunday Father"s Day doubleheader that began at 4:05 with game time tempuature at a cool 106 degrees. The cross winds were blowing at around 30 mph. The infield grass was so high players couldn"t tell what color shoes they were wearing. Attendence wasn"t the best at the three game series but it at least introduced the city of Carlsbad to the Pecos League. Many fans and people in the community took notice and this should be the stepping stone for the getting a team in Carlsbad in the 2012 season. The team would have to occupy the ballpark complex built on Lea Street. "We were very happy with the support from Mayor, Newspaper and Regional Businesses"

Alpine Cowboys Defeat Carlsbad Bats 5-2

Jun 19 2011 12:00AM

June 19 2011 The Alpine Cowboys def

June 19 2011 The Alpine Cowboys defeated the Carlsbad Bats 5-2 in a game decided by an early four-run burst and a final insurance run in the seventh inning. Alpine collected nine hits while Carlsbad finished with three, and the Bats committed five errors.

Alpine scored twice in the first inning and added two more runs in the second to take an early 4-0 lead. Carlsbad answered with two runs in the fourth, but the Cowboys added another run in the seventh to complete the scoring. James Kono drove in two runs, Nick Ochoa had three hits and two RBIs, and Tyler Hicks and Kyle Wells each contributed two hits. Javier Arrieta and Anderson Gardner also recorded RBIs for Alpine.

Thomas Meager earned the win after allowing two hits and two runs, one earned, over six innings. He walked four and struck out seven. Brian Hobbs completed the game with three scoreless innings, allowing one hit and striking out six.

Greg Perret had two of Carlsbad"s three hits and scored once. Bryant Veiga and Michael Cavazos each drove in a run for the Bats. Seth Marchant took the loss after allowing six hits and four runs, two earned, in six innings while striking out five.

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Alpine Cowboys Shut Out Carlsbad Bats 7-0

Jun 19 2011 12:00AM

June 19 2011 The Alpine Cowboys def

June 19 2011 The Alpine Cowboys defeated the Carlsbad Bats 7-0 in a seven-inning game. Alpine scored twice in the third inning, added three runs in the fourth, and completed the shutout with one run in each of the sixth and seventh innings. The Cowboys finished with nine hits while limiting Carlsbad to three.

Nathan Skeen led Alpine with two hits, two RBI and a home run. Javier Arrieta also had two hits, including a double, and drove in two runs. Eric Garcia added two RBI, while Collins recorded two hits and scored twice. Alpine’s nine-hit attack produced six RBI overall.

Stephen Szkotak earned the win with seven shutout innings, allowing three hits and three walks while striking out eight. Carlsbad’s Derek Luque went the distance and struck out nine, but allowed nine hits and seven runs, five of them earned, with two walks. The box score lists Andy Watson as the losing pitcher. Alpine committed one error and Carlsbad made four.

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Alpine Cowboys 15 Carlsbad Bats 1

Jun 18 2011 12:00AM

Alpine Cowboys 15 Carlsbad Bats 1

Alpine Cowboys 15 Carlsbad Bats 1

This game was played on 6/18/2011 at Kokernot Field

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Carlsbad we have a victory! Bats wi

Carlsbad we have a victory! Bats win 3-1 at Alpine on Friday Night

Alpine Cowboys Hold Off Carlsbad Bats 2-1

Jun 16 2011 12:00AM

June 16 2011 The Alpine Cowboys hel

June 16 2011 The Alpine Cowboys held off the Carlsbad Bats 2-1 at Kokernot Field. Alpine scored once in each of the first two innings to build an early 2-0 lead, while Carlsbad answered with one run in the ninth. The Cowboys finished with five hits and one error, and the Bats collected six hits and also committed one error.

Alpine’s Cody Collins went 2-for-3 with a double and the game’s only RBI. Austin Newell added a triple and scored once, while David Valesente also scored. Carlsbad’s Michael Cavazos went 2-for-3 with an RBI, and Christian Lopez and Ryan Powell each recorded two hits. No home runs were reported.

Alfredo Caballero earned the win with a complete-game effort, allowing six hits and one earned run in nine innings. He issued three walks and struck out nine. Jeff Raymond took the loss for Carlsbad despite allowing only five hits and one earned run over eight innings; he walked one and struck out six.

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Baseball lands in Del Rio's Roosevelt Park

Jun 13 2011 12:00AM

Pro Baseball landed in Del Rio on J

Pro Baseball landed in Del Rio on June 13th as the Alpine Cowboys beat the Houston Apollos 7-4 in front of a capacity crowd estimated at 731 at Roosevelt Park.. The game was tied 3-3 in the 6th inning when Alpine broke the game open with an Austin Newall double, Nathan Skeen single and the big blow was Mike Marion home run. Mike"s homer easily cleared the 320 foot fence in center field. This was the deadest air these players have seen despite the short fences the ball did not travel at 800 foot elevation like the thin air of New Mexico. Eric Williams Jr. won the dancing competition after the game, he turned a complete flip and did the helicopter, Alpine had no answers for this... Brian Fowler served as the coach of the Houston Apollos which was a team of 2 Houston Apollos, 11 Roswell Invaders and 5 Carlsbad Bats. Each team threw one pitcher per inning and the game moved at a great pace. Eddie Larkan organized the game and set a great stage for the residents of Del Rio of what the Pecos League could be like in 2012... Stadium Issues and Political Issues stille exist but the future looks bright in Del Rio.

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White Sands Pupfish Rally Past Alpine Cowboys 11-6

Jun 11 2011 12:00AM

June 11 2011 The White Sands Pupfis

June 11 2011 The White Sands Pupfish scored five runs in the eighth inning to pull away for an 11-6 victory over the Alpine Cowboys. White Sands finished with 11 hits and overcame a 6-5 deficit after Alpine scored once in the eighth. The Pupfish also scored twice in the first inning, three times in the fifth and once in the seventh.

Robert Rodriguez led White Sands with three hits, including a double and a home run, and drove in four runs. Ruben Sanchez added two hits, a home run and four RBI, while Andrew Riddick reached base four times with one hit and two walks and drove in two runs. Ernie Munoz and Chris De Biasi each scored twice. Alpine collected 10 hits, with Kyle Wells going 2-for-4 with an RBI, Zach Welch driving in two runs and Cody Collins contributing two hits and two RBI, including two doubles.

Jon Durket earned the win for the Pupfish after pitching two-thirds of an inning without allowing a hit or a run while striking out two. Ryan Torrey followed with 3 1/3 scoreless innings, and Adam Osteen worked a scoreless ninth. Alpine starter Scott Shimek struck out eight in seven innings but was charged with six runs, four earned, on seven hits. Stephen Szkotak took the loss after allowing four runs in one-third of an inning.

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White Sands Pupfish Edge Alpine Cowboys 9-8

Jun 10 2011 12:00AM

June 10 2011 The White Sands Pupfis

June 10 2011 The White Sands Pupfish held off the Alpine Cowboys 9-8 at Griggs Park. White Sands finished with 10 hits and scored five runs in the fourth inning to take control after the teams traded one-run innings in the third. The Pupfish added one run in the sixth and two in the seventh before holding on in the final two innings.

Chris De Biasi led White Sands with three hits and two RBI, while Rod Allen went 2-for-4 with two runs and two RBI, including a home run. Ruben Sanchez also homered and drove in a run. Lammar Guy added two hits and two RBI. Alpine received three hits and an RBI from Anderson Gardner, while Cody Collins collected two hits and two RBI. Kyle Wells scored twice and had two hits.

Jack Winters earned the win for White Sands after allowing two hits and no runs in 1.2 innings with one strikeout. Adam Osteen recorded the save with a scoreless ninth, allowing no hits and striking out one. Alpine starter Greg Denton gave up six earned runs in 3.1 innings, and Brian Hobbs was charged with the loss after allowing two runs in one inning.

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White Sands Pupfish Edge Alpine Cowboys 1-0 June 9 2011

Jun 9 2011 12:00AM

June 9 2011 The White Sands Pupfish

June 9 2011 The White Sands Pupfish defeated the Alpine Cowboys 1-0 in a tightly contested game at Griggs Park. White Sands scored its only run in the first inning and held on for the shutout. The Pupfish finished with two hits while Alpine collected four.

Andrew Riddick delivered White Sands’ decisive run with an RBI and went 2-for-3. He also stole a base. Lammar Guy scored the game’s only run and drew a walk.

Alex Casillas earned the win with a complete-game shutout, allowing four hits and three walks while striking out 14 over nine innings. Alfredo Caballero also delivered a strong performance for Alpine, allowing two hits and one run over eight innings with two walks and 11 strikeouts, but was charged with the loss.

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White Sands Pupfish Rally Past Alpine Cowboys 7-2

Jun 8 2011 12:00AM

June 8 2011 The White Sands Pupfish

June 8 2011 The White Sands Pupfish defeated the Alpine Cowboys 7-2 after overcoming an early two-run deficit. Alpine scored twice in the first inning, but White Sands answered with one run in the second and two in the third to take the lead. The Pupfish added another run in the sixth and broke the game open with three runs in the seventh.

White Sands collected 12 hits, led by Ernie Munoz and Ruben Sanchez with three apiece. Sanchez scored twice and drove in one run, while Lammar Guy and Michael Hur each contributed an RBI. Kolby Peterson added two hits and one RBI. Kyle Wells hit a two-run home run for Alpine, which finished with eight hits; Wells also scored once and drove in both Cowboys runs.

Peterson delivered a complete-game pitching performance for White Sands, allowing eight hits and two runs, including two earned, while walking none and striking out six. Kevin Foeman took the loss for Alpine after allowing nine hits and five runs, four earned, in six innings with six walks and six strikeouts. Brian Hobbs and Doug McIntyre combined for three scoreless innings in relief, but White Sands" three-run seventh provided the decisive separation.

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Vaqueros Hold Off Cowboys 4-2

Jun 7 2011 12:00AM

June 7 2011 The Las Cruces Vaqueros

June 7 2011 The Las Cruces Vaqueros defeated the Alpine Cowboys 4-2, scoring in the first, fourth, fifth and seventh innings before Alpine rallied for one run in each of the final two innings. Las Cruces finished with 10 hits, while Alpine collected seven.

Henry Fuentes led the Vaqueros offensively, going 3-for-5 with three runs and two RBIs, including two home runs. Juan F. Martinez and Harry Williams Jr. added two hits apiece, while Rob Herrmann went 2-for-3 with an RBI. Clint Stroud contributed a double, and Steve Detweiler drove in a run with a sacrifice fly.

Shawn Keeler earned the win for Las Cruces after allowing seven hits and one unearned run in eight innings. He struck out eight and walked five. Raphael Anzola pitched the ninth, allowing one run on no hits with one strikeout and four walks.

Stephen Szkotak took the loss for Alpine after surrendering four runs on eight hits in seven innings while striking out four and walking two. Tyler Hicks paced the Cowboys with three hits and a run, and Mike Marion supplied Alpine’s lone RBI.

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Las Cruces Outlasts Alpine 10-9

Jun 6 2011 12:00AM

June 6 2011 The Las Cruces Vaqueros

June 6 2011 The Las Cruces Vaqueros defeated the Alpine Cowboys 10-9 in a back-and-forth game at Kokernot Field. Las Cruces collected 13 hits and scored in seven innings, while Alpine finished with 14 hits but committed five errors.

Las Cruces built its 10-run total with one run in each of the first two innings, two runs in the fifth, two in the sixth, one in the seventh, two in the eighth and one in the ninth. The game was tied 7-7 after seven innings, and both teams scored twice in the eighth before the Vaqueros pushed across the deciding run in the ninth.

Clint Stroud led Las Cruces with four hits in six at-bats and two RBI. Bo Bell went 3-for-6 with a home run, two runs and two RBI, while Henry Fuentes added two hits, including a double, and scored twice. Raphael Anzola contributed two RBI, and Las Cruces also received two RBI from Stroud.

Alpine"s Javier Arrieta went 3-for-5 with two RBI, and Kyle Wells went 3-for-5 with two RBI. James Kono added two RBI for the Cowboys. Brandon Kelley earned the win for Las Cruces after allowing two runs on three hits in two innings with two strikeouts. Reed Alfieri took the loss for Alpine, surrendering one run on three hits and two walks in two-thirds of an inning while striking out two.

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Vaqueros Rally Past Cowboys 4-2

Jun 6 2011 12:00AM

June 6 2011 The Las Cruces Vaqueros

June 6 2011 The Las Cruces Vaqueros overcame an early deficit with four unanswered runs to defeat the Alpine Cowboys 4-2. Alpine scored twice in the first inning, but Las Cruces answered with two runs in the third and added single runs in the fourth and fifth. The Vaqueros finished with eight hits while limiting the Cowboys to three. Juan F. Martinez led Las Cruces with two hits and two RBI. Harry Williams Jr. also collected two hits, while Steve Detweiler added a hit and an RBI. Gerardo Caceres contributed a double, and the Vaqueros received one hit apiece from Steve Vranau and Kyle Boggio. Kyle Boggio earned the win with a complete seven-inning performance, allowing three hits and two runs while striking out five and walking four. Giorgio Fuda took the loss for Alpine after surrendering seven hits and four runs, three earned, in 4.1 innings. Parker Talbert and Brian Hobbs combined to keep Las Cruces scoreless over the final 2.2 innings.

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Ruidoso Osos 15 Alpine Cowboys 3

Jun 3 2011 12:00AM

Ruidoso Osos 15 Alpine Cowboys 3

Ruidoso Osos 15 Alpine Cowboys 3

This game was played on 6/3/2011 at White Mountain Park

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Ruidoso Osos Edge Alpine Cowboys 12-10

Jun 2 2011 12:00AM

June 2 2011 The Ruidoso Osos defeat

June 2 2011 The Ruidoso Osos defeated the Alpine Cowboys 12-10 at Whites Mountain Park after scoring three runs in the ninth inning to break a 10-9 deficit. Ruidoso collected 15 hits and overcame Alpine’s 14-hit attack in the high-scoring contest.

Ruidoso built an early 7-0 lead with two runs in the first inning and five in the second. Alpine answered with five runs in the fourth and added two runs in both the sixth and seventh innings to take a 10-9 advantage, but the Osos’ three-run ninth secured the victory.

Sam DiMatteo led Ruidoso with three hits, including a home run and a triple, while scoring three runs and driving in two. Kip Masuda went 3-for-5 with four RBI and a home run. Case Rigby added three RBI, and Eddie Browne and Sean Proni each drove in a run.

Alpine’s Tyler Hicks delivered five hits in six at-bats with two home runs, two runs and four RBI. Austin Newell also homered and drove in two runs, while James Kono added three hits and three runs. Andrew Miller earned the win for Ruidoso with a scoreless ninth inning, allowing no hits and recording one strikeout. Brian Hobbs took the loss after allowing three runs and four hits in 2.2 innings while striking out three.

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Ruidoso Osos 13 Alpine Cowboys 12

Jun 1 2011 12:00AM

Ruidoso Osos 13 Alpine Cowboys 12

Ruidoso Osos 13 Alpine Cowboys 12

This game was played on 6/1/2011 at White Mountain Park

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Ruidoso Osos 1 Alpine Cowboys 0

May 28 2011 12:00AM

Ruidoso Osos1 Alpine Cowboys 0

Ruidoso Osos1 Alpine Cowboys 0

This game was played on 5/28/2011 at Kokernot Field

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Ruidoso Osos 1 Alpine Cowboys 0

May 28 2011 12:00AM

Ruidoso Osos1 Alpine Cowboys 0

Ruidoso Osos1 Alpine Cowboys 0

This game was played on 5/28/2011 at Kokernot Field

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Alpine Cowboys Cruise Past Ruidoso Osos 13-3

May 27 2011 12:00AM

May 27 2011 The Alpine Cowboys defe

May 27 2011 The Alpine Cowboys defeated the Ruidoso Osos 13-3 at Kokernot Field. Alpine collected 19 hits and scored six runs in the second inning and six more in the sixth to pull away. Ruidoso finished with six hits and scored once in the sixth and twice in the seventh.

Javier Arrieta led Alpine with four hits in five at-bats including two doubles and two RBIs. Kyle Wells added three hits and one RBI while Mike Marion went 2-for-4 with three runs scored two RBIs and a home run. Tyler Hicks and Eric Garcia each drove in one run and James Kono added two RBIs.

Scott Shimek earned the win for Alpine after allowing six hits and three runs over seven innings with four strikeouts. Cody Jones worked a scoreless eighth inning with two strikeouts and Brian Hobbs followed with a scoreless ninth and two strikeouts. Ruidoso starter Alan Gatz took the loss after five innings in which he allowed 12 hits and seven runs with five strikeouts.

Anthony Phillips drove in both of Ruidoso"s recorded RBIs while Drew Peterson had two hits and Jerome Dunning added a double. Alpine"s offense held its advantage after the second-inning surge and completed the 13-3 victory.

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Ruidoso Osos Outlast Alpine Cowboys 14-12

May 26 2011 12:00AM

May 26 2011 The Ruidoso Osos defeat

May 26 2011 The Ruidoso Osos defeated the Alpine Cowboys 14-12 in a 10-inning game. Ruidoso collected 18 hits and played errorless baseball while Alpine finished with eight hits and one error.

Ruidoso built an early lead with four runs in each of the first two innings, then added three in the sixth and three in the 10th. Alpine answered with a nine-run sixth inning and added one run in the first fourth and 10th innings, but could not complete the comeback.

Case Rigby went 3-for-5 with two doubles and three RBI for the Osos, while Jerome Dunning drove in five runs and hit a home run. Sean Proni and Kip Masuda each recorded three hits, and Chris Juarez added two hits and an RBI. For Alpine, Kyle Wells went 2-for-5 with two RBI, and Eric Garcia contributed a pinch-hit single and three RBI. Anderson Gardner hit a home run for the Cowboys.

Edgar Correa earned the win after allowing one run on one hit with two strikeouts in one inning. Andrew Miller worked 2.1 scoreless innings, and Erick Campos struck out eight while allowing two runs in five innings. Alpine"s Doug McIntyre pitched three scoreless innings, while Reed Alfieri took the loss after allowing three runs in one inning.

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Cowboys Hold Off Invaders 3-1

May 21 2011 12:00AM

May 21 2011 The Alpine Cowboys defe

May 21 2011 The Alpine Cowboys defeated the Roswell Invaders 3-1 at Kokernot Field, scoring in the third fifth and sixth innings before Roswell answered with its lone run in the seventh. Alpine finished with six hits and no errors while Roswell collected seven hits and committed one error.

Javier Arrieta led Alpine by going 2-for-2 with two runs an RBI and a walk. Tyler Hicks and Mike Marion also drove in runs for the Cowboys. Roswell’s Joey Friedman went 2-for-2 and Clifton Thomas scored the Invaders’ seventh-inning run.

Stephen Szkotak earned the win after allowing four hits and no runs in 5.2 innings. He struck out three and walked one. Reed Alfieri recorded the save despite allowing one run on three hits in 1.1 innings with two strikeouts. Roswell starter Mike McCravey took the loss after giving up two runs on five hits in 4.1 innings.

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Alpine Cowboys Shut Out Roswell Invaders 2-0

May 21 2011 12:00AM

May 21 2011 The Alpine Cowboys defe

May 21 2011 The Alpine Cowboys defeated the Roswell Invaders 2-0 at Kokernot Field behind a two-run, eight-hit offensive effort and a one-hit pitching performance. Alpine scored once in the fourth inning and added another run in the sixth to secure the win, while Roswell was held scoreless through six innings.

Kevin Foeman earned the win after allowing one hit and two walks with three strikeouts in three scoreless innings. Greg Denton followed with three hitless innings, striking out two to record the save. Roswell starter Josh Grady took the loss despite allowing two runs on eight hits with two walks and five strikeouts over 5.1 innings.

Kyle Wells led Alpine with two hits and scored one run, while C. Collins also collected two hits and drove in a run. James Kono added a hit and an RBI, and David Valesente scored Alpine’s other run with one hit. Clifton Thomas accounted for Roswell’s lone hit and also drew a walk.

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Alpine Cowboys 6 Roswell Invaders 3

May 20 2011 12:00AM

Alpine Cowboys 6 Roswell Invaders 3

Alpine Cowboys 6 Roswell Invaders 3

This game was played on 5/20/2011 at Kokernot Field

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Cowboys fans can"t get enough baseb

Cowboys fans can"t get enough baseball already! Alpine to host additional series. The Alpine Cowboys will host the Ruidoso Osos May 26, 27, and 28 at Kokernot Field in Alpine. This series was originally scheduled to be played in Abilene Texas. Officials in Abilene had a problem securing their facilty so the game is being moved back to Alpine.

Alpine Cowboys 10 Carlsbad Bats 3

May 14 2011 12:00AM

Alpine Cowboys 10 Carlsbad Bats 3

Alpine Cowboys 10 Carlsbad Bats 3

This game was played on 5/14/2011 at Kokernot Field

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Alpine Cowboys 8 Carlsbad Bats 4

May 13 2011 12:00AM

Alpine Cowboys 8 Carlsbad Bats 4

Alpine Cowboys 8 Carlsbad Bats 4

This game was played on 5/13/2011 at Kokernot Field

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Alpine Cowboys win home opener

May 11 2011 12:00AM

Alpine Cowboys 13 Carlsbad 3
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Alpine Cowboys 13 Carlsbad 3
The Alpine Cowboys defeated the Carlsbad Bats 13 to 3 on opening day in front of over 1000 fans in Alpine. Alpine lead 6-2 throughout the game and Anthony Gibbons picked up the win for Alpine.

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How bout them Cowboys?

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How bout them Cowboys?

Rev. Barry A. Zavah

The signature "06" gates of Kokernot Field herald a third season of family-friendly, now Alpine Cowboys action, in community-oriented independent professional baseball. Opening Day is set for Wednesday, May 11th at 7:05 PM; the first contest of a 4-game opening series against the Carlsbad Bats. Founding teams in the new Pecos League of Professional Baseball League include our Cowboys and their opponent Bats, arch-rival Las Cruces Vaqueros, Roswell Invaders, Ruidoso Osos and White Sands Pupfish.

Gone is the defunct Continental League. Yes, times moved along, but the character and charm of Herb Kokernot, Jr.s beloved ball diamond hasnt. Its a great place to enjoy the game of baseball; which holds more timeless memories than a 160 gig hard drive.

What a difference a year makes! A new league and dedicated local ownership brings enthusiasm as well as pure and simple love of the game back to Kokernot. The Alpine Cowboys Baseball Association; operating as a 501(c) (3) "not-for-profit", is run committed to doing things right. This IS a community effort; whose purpose is more than fielding a pro club. A dedicated board of volunteers aims to keep the tradition of baseball and softball alive in Alpine-Big Bend.

Cheers echoed in the community with the return of pro ball that glorious Sunday in May, 2009. They didnt stop until the former Big Bend Cowboys won the Continental League Ferguson Jenkins championship to close a dramatic 3 game series against the Las Cruces Vaqueros. Last years baseball Cowboys played their competitive hearts out and it showed on the field.

Kokernot gates have already opened for spring training. The start of a new ball season is the promise spring time renewal with hope of championship glory in every locker. Hope springs eternal; but every team starts the new season with a 0-0 record.

Helping Hope along is the return of Coach Ryan Stevens, last years Assistant Coach and Interim Manager. Coach Stevens was at the helm for the championship series. Several from last years squad return, eager for a shot at a second championship.

Welcome back OF fan favorite Darryl Stanfield, Eric Garcia and Justin Lucero. His impossible, but true, catch in the outfield was one of the highlights of the championship series. IF Cody Collins, Javier Arrieta, Cody Jones and James Kono; former Continental League MVP, C Kyle Wells and P Mike Castrignano, Scott Schimek, Stephen Szkotak, Greg Denton and Reid Alfieri round-up the veterans.

Approximately 8 Cowboys moved to a higher level of independent ball documenting the quality of talent showcasing their skill in independent league baseball. A number of new faces vie for a spot on the 25 man roster. Included among them is Sul Ross grad, 1B Bill Tom Milburn.

A new group of sluggers, David Valesente, Mike Marion and Anderson Gardner should highlight the Cowboys infield and add runs to the scoreboard. Pitching prospects include flame thrower Brian Hobbs. Also look for good things to come from rookie prospects Nathan Skeen, Austin Newell and Taylor Getzke.

They and others make for intense competition battling for the final spots on the roster. Among them will be names shared with our children and grand-children, adding lore to that of our recent greats; such as Eric Williams, Cory ONeil, Nick Nacho Ochoa and Andrew Riddick. When training camp breaks, were but 60+ well-played games away from putting a lasso around the new leagues championship. Do you remember the almost 50 years when that wasnt the way things were? But now, the grand game of professional baseball has returned at a family-friendly price for a chair-back out of the Texas sun or a bleacher seat in the Texas sun. New concessionaires for food and the Saddle Club for beer promise to enhance our community atmosphere with quality unavailable elsewhere. There isnt a bad seat in the house. Fans are a short walkway from on top of the action great seats. A Cowboys season ticket guarantees a choice among several prime locations. Ive a particular favorite, high under the covered grandstand along the third baseline. Purchase some tickets and go on-line for a piece of Alpine-Big Bend baseball tradition. The team has a wonderful package of plans for businesses and the community to promote the team and sponsor a group night. Theyre looking for Host Families, too. Contact Alpine Cowboys at (432) 386-3402 or kristin@ellysonabstract.com. Watching a game at about the lowest level in minor league baseball has been a wonderful experience. I hope it is just as memorable for the enthusiastic young men on the diamond as it is for those of us in the stands. Were on the edge of our seats; enjoying ourselves and cheering on our Boys of Summer. Theyre on the field playing this game by the edge of their cleats, motivated by the love of something which calls them. Isnt that how Big Bend called us? It is easy to appreciate why each of us is all the way out here. See you at the games. Stop by my perch and ask: How bout them Cowboys? -------------------------------------- In the Dugout with the Cowboys: A new broom sweeps clean. Birthed is a new league and a new (old) name for a pro ball team. The Alpine Cowboys welcome the Pecos League to town. Fans are Welcome to the website of the Pecos League of Professional Baseball Clubs. The Pecos League, http://www.pecosleague.com/, is an independent professional baseball league which operates in cities throughout West Texas and Eastern New Mexico. Pecos Teams play in cities that do not have Major or Minor League Baseball teams and is not affiliated with either. The Pecos League is where the Land of Enchantment meets the Lone Star State. The league"s high power offenses are fueled by high altitudes and smaller ballparks The league, its member teams and our Cowboys have a state of the art presence on the world-wide web with frequent updates, players stats, roster moves, league standings and a means to order tickets and Alpine Cowboys merchandise Take a look-see at the website of the Cowboys, http://alpine.pecosleague.com/cowboys.asp?page=1 All rights reserved with the permission of the Alpine Cowboys Baseball Association.

Team Preview Alpine Cowboys- 2011

Team Preview Alpine Cowboys- 2011 will mark the 3rd year the city of Alpine will host a professional team in Kokernot Field. The Cowboys played in the championship series in both 2009 and 2010, winning the CBL in 2010 and losing to the Alexandria Aces in 2009 despite a marred playoff format with the Bay Area Toros. The Cowboys won what was a two team league in 2010.

• Gone is the name Big Bend Cowboys, now known as Alpine Cowboys.
• Gone are the red and green colors, the team will wear red and white.
• Gone is the Continental Baseball League, the team now plays in the Pecos League.
• Gone are the long travel distances (Texarkana, Alexandria, Houston) the longest distance is Ruidoso NM 338 miles
• Gone are the out of town owners, the team is operated by a local group of 501 C 3 in non profit status

Ryan Stevens named head coach of Al

Ryan Stevens named head coach of Alpine Cowboys. Ryan Stevens was officially named head coach of the Alpine Cowboys today. He won the Continental League Championship for the Big Bend Cowboys in the 2010 season. He was one of members who initated the formation of the Pecos League. He was an assistant with the Texarkana Gunslingers for the 2008 and 2009 seasons. Ryan moved to Alpine in January and has been commited to keep Alpine Cowboys team at top of Pecos League Standings.