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Moon Area (PA.) High School is located approximately 17 miles WNW of Downtown Pittsburgh, PA. (Click the handy Yahoo! Map button on the bottom of this page) right in the back yard of Pittsburgh International Airport. Moon Area is a member of the Western Pa. Interscholastic Athletic League) which is considered to be one of the largest Scholastic athletic group in the country. Moon Area is also a member of the PIAA (Pa. State Interscholastic Athletic Assoc.) Moon Area has a Class AAA designation and competes in Section 8 of it. The Moon Area H.S. Baseball program consists of grades 9th thru 12th. The school sponsors a VARSITY, JUNIOR VARSITY, and FRESHMEN team.

Head Varsity and program coach : Dom Santeufemio (9th Yr./20th w/ program)

Assistant Varsity Coach : Mike Marasco (4th Yr./5th Yr.w/ program)

Varsity Assistant : Doug Busch (7th Yr.)

Junior Varsity Head Coach : Mark Thompson (9th Yr.)

Varsity Statistician : Joe Farquhar (10th Yr.)

Ninth Grade Head Coach : Derek Blyzwick (1st Yr.)

Historian and UNOFFICIAL Webmaster : Joe "Mav" Marek (38th year).

Equipment Manager and Staff aides : Fred Cercone (8 yrs.)

The new Moon Area High School baseball field is located at McCormick Elementary School at 2801 Beaver Grade Road in Moon Twp.

From Business Route 60 : Take the Ewing Road (Moon Park) exit and make a right onto Ewing Road. Once on Ewing Road make right on Hookstown Road towards Scally's and the Airport Ice Arena. Follow Hookstown Road and make a left onto McCormick Road (at the Airport Ice Arena and Scally's batting cage & mini-golf)(If you pass the Arena, you've gone too far). Follow McCormick Road to Beaver Grade Road (passing Moon Public Golf Course on left). Make right onto Beaver Grade Road and follow this to McCormick Elementary School on left in about a mile. Field is in front of school.

If you're confused, click this link :

Directions to McCormick Field: Moon Baseball Website maintained by the Moon Area Pinch Hitters Club (MAPHC)

THE NEWLY UPDATED 2008 MOON AREA H.S. BASEBALL COACHING STAFF AND ROSTER PAGE .......

For a look at the 2008 Moon Area Varsity Coaching Staff and more info regarding them, click this great link and presto !, your wish comes true. Ah nothing like modern technology. The Moon Area Varsity Baseball Coaching Staff: Moon Area H.S. Roster and Staff

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NEWLY UPDATED !!!! As promised, I have now added a Head and Assistant Coaches page. You can take a look and see the list of mentors that this great H.S. Baseball Program has had in the past 55 years. Just click this link. Also on the page are Moon's Athletic Directors, Athletic Trainer, and Moon Area Pinch Hitters Club presidents.

The Moon Area Varsity Baseball Head and Assistant Coaches Homepage: Moon Area H.S. Varsity Baseball Head and Assistant Coaches 1949-2004

The Moon Area Varsity teams in years past have always been a strong baseball program winning WPIAL section titles in :

1964 - 1967 - 1971 - 1980 - 1984 - 1985 - 1998 - 2001 - 2010

They've been to the WPIAL playoffs in :

1964 - 1966 - 1967 - 1971 - 1980 - 1983 - 1984 - 1985 - 1986 - 1989 - 1998 - 2000 - 2001 - 2002 - 2003 - 2005 - 2006 - 2007 - 2008 - 2009 - 2010 - 2011 - 2013 - 2014*. ((*) - denotes Quad A WPIAL playoffs)

They've been to the PIAA playoffs in :

1986 - 2001 - 2002 - 2005 - 2006 - 2009 - 2010 - 2014*((*) - denotes Quad A PIAA playoffs)

PIAA Class AAA Championships :

2001, 2002

WPIAL Class AAA Championships

2009

They are the first and currently the only team in PIAA Class AAA HISTORY to win back-to-back State Championships.

In 1986, Moon advanced through the WPIAL Class AAA playoffs to the WPIAL AAA Championship game where they lost to Connellsville and came home with silver medals. Moon also made the 1986 PIAA playoffs.

In 2000, Moon Area advanced to the WPIAL Class AAA Quarterfinals.

In 2001, they advanced to the WPIAL Class AAA Semifinals losing to Mt. Lebanon, 2-1 and then went on and won the PIAA Class AAA Championship beating Central Dauphin, 2-0. The Tigers finished the 2001 season with a 21-4 mark.

In 2002, they advanced to the WPIAL Class AAA Semifinals losing to Blackhawk, 1-0 and then went on and won the PIAA Class AAA Championship beating Bethlehem Liberty, 3-2.

In 2005, Moon again finally advanced to the WPIAL Class AAA Championship game where they lost to Pine Richland, the defending WPIAL Class AAA champions, 6-5. Moon also advance to the PIAA Class AAA Quarterfinals.

In 2006, Moon continues to show it's perrenial power in the WPIAL and PIAA. The Tigers advance to the WPIAL Class AAA Semifinals before losing to WPIAL Class AAA runner-ups, Hampton. For the the fourth time in six years, Moon returns to the PIAA Class AAA State playoffs.

In 2007, the Tigers advanced to the WPIAL Class AAA Quarterfinals before losing to New Castle.

In 2008, Moon Area again advanced to the WPIAL Class AAA Semifinals before dropping a 1-0 loss to Trinity.

In 2009, the Tigers beat New Castle in the WPIAL Class AAA First Round, knocked out Laurel Highlands in the Quarterfinals, outlasted Hopewell in the semifinals, and beat Chartiers Valley to win the school's first baseball WPIAL Championship. Moon entered the PIAA CLASS AAA State playoffs for the first time as the No. 1 seed from District 7 (WPIAL). They defeated Perry Tradional Academy, 11-0 in 5 innings vis the 10 run-rule. In the quarterfinals, they were defeated by District 6 champ, Bellefonte, 7-2.

In 2010, the Tigers recieved a bye in the First Round of the WPIAL Class AAA playoffs by virtue of being the No. 2 seed in AAA and winning the Section 3-AAA title along with Hopewell. In the Quarterfinals, they beat Hampton, 2-1. In the Semifinals, they defeated Mount Pleasant, 5-3. In the WPIAL Class AAA Championship, their third trip there, they lost a heartbreaker to Section 3-AAA rival, Hopewell, 2-1. Moon now enters the PIAA State Class AAA playoffs with a First Round game against the same team they played last year, Perry Traditional Academy.

In 2011, the Tigers finished in third place and advanced to the First Round of the WPIAL Class AAA playoffs where they met Thomas Jefferson. They lost 4-1..

In 2012, they finished 6-8 in WPIAL Section 1-AAA and 9-11 overall and out of the playoff. Later in the year, the PIAA moved them up to Class AAAA.

In 2013, the Tigers finished in third place in the WPIAL's Section 3-AAAA. However they did qualify for the playoffs, only to lose to Canon McMillan, 11-6, in the first round. Moon finished 14-6 overall!!

In 2014, the Tigers finished tied for second place in the WPIAL Section 3-AAAA race. They made it to the semifinals of the WPIAL Class AAAA playoff tourney by beating Butler, 3-2, Canon McMillan 5-3,and lost to Baldwin, 10-2. The Tigers then met section rival, Pine Richland in the WPIAL Class AAAA consolation game for the right to go to the PIAA Class AAAA State playoffs. Moon beat them 9-2 to avenge both the two season losses. Moon was beaten by Seneca Valley, 4-2 in the First Round of state playoffs. Ending the season with a 16-5 overall record. 7-3 in the section, 3-0 Exhibition, 3-2 in the playoffs.

#3 - DEMPSEY, Jesse - OF - SOPHOMORE

#4 - MEGREY, Alexander - OF - JUNIOR

#6 - BUCK, Brandon - OF - JUNIOR

#7 - BOGATS, Bo - INF/OF/P - JUNIOR

#11 - JEFFREYS, Daniel - OF - SOPHOMORE

#12 - *FLANNERY, Brian - P - SENIOR

#14 - *CHAMBERLAIN, Cory - C/1B/OF - SENIOR

#17 - MEGAHAN, Mike - P/1B - SOPHOMORE

#18 - SPINOSI, Julian - C - JUNIOR

#20 - RAIHALL, Noah - INF - JUNIOR

#21 - QUINN, Cody - OF - SOPHOMORE

#22 - *SCHNELLE, Brad - P/1B - SENIOR

#23 - *DeANGELIS, Dominic - INF/C - SENIOR

#24 - *SCHMIDT, Zak - OF - SENIOR

#26 - JEFFREYS, Matthew - OF - JUNIOR

#34 - *GRACE, Nick - P - SENIOR

(*) - Denotes returning lettermen

Please note that this roster is a tentative one. Rosters are always subject to change throughout the season. Just like in the pros, minors, and college there are players that get brought up and sent down.

The MAPHC was founded in the fall of 1994 by several parents and coaches looking to do more for our children/players. The program's founding fathers - the late Rich Krane, Marty Kokel, Dom Santeufemio, Joe Marek and Marv Eicher banded the program together with the Club goals to provide a banquet to honor the athletes for thier service to the school & community. Along with the support and watchful eyes of then Head Coach Ray Bosetti and former AD Bill Moore, the club would take off and flourish. In 1998, the club was able to send it's varsity team to Florida for spring training for the first time in school history.

Now in 2012, WE are proud to say the MAPHC is still thriving and this, it's eighteenth (18th) year, through the leadership of new President Joe DeAngelis and current membership, we are again looking forward to send the VARSITY team to the WIDE WORLD OF SPORTS COMPLEX in DISNEY WORLD in ORLANDO, Fla. for Spring Training in 2012.

The MAPHC is working on the 2014 season.

THe MAPHC is always looking for new members and volunteers, please contact me at the "E" mail address below. If you are a past alumni, and wish to contribute to the program you can contact them at MOON AREA HIGH SCHOOL - Attention : Mr. Athletic Director - 904 Beaver Grade Road, Moon Township, Pa. 15108. Make checks payable to the Moon Area Pinch Hitters Club. Address the envelope to Moon Area H.S. Baseball, % (in care of) The MAPHC.

In Loving Memory of my Mother, Olve Joan Dwire Marek (May 22, 1934 - June 6, 2010), May God Bless her. I miss her so much. She was my inspiration and heart for almost everything I did in life.

In Loving Memory of my niece, Sonia Marie Marek (Jan 7, 1981 - May 4, 1996 )... May God Bless you my baby, always thinking of you. We miss you very much. Love Uncle Joey.

In loving memory of my Grandmother, Evelyn Elizabeth Grey Dwire (May 22,1908 - March 25, 2002), may God Bless you, Grandma.

In loving memory of our "SON", Mortie "Mouse" Royer-Marek, our little pekingnese was 12 1/2 and sent to our Lord on Monday August 28th to be with his Gram-Bunky and his Uncle Kevin

In loving memory of "my first second mother", Marion Kotfis, may the Good Lord take you in his arms and welcome you in to the Heaven above. And now her daughter, Dianne Lee. Who left us before her time on April 14th. May God Bless you both.

God Bless my Mother in Law, Vivian Mae Fry Royer (July, 1940 - September 12, 2001). We will miss you GRAM-BUNKIE !!!

God Bless my father in law, Byron (Sonny) "Poppy" Irvin Royer (December 21, 1940 - November 6, 2012). A true and dear gentleman with a big heart. We miss you dearly POPPY!!!!

My brother in law, Kevin B. Royer, may the God Bless and look after you and your family. To lose you has left a very large part of our hearts opened and saddened. (1965-2006)

God Bless my third adopted Mother, Mrs. Marion Aschenbrenner, may God Bless you !!

God Bless the Cariello Family : Francis Cariello, Nancy Cariello, and Anna Cariello. All three of these very dear friends of mine passed away within a five month span from May to September of 2009. Nancy Cariello, the matriarch of the family passed away in May. Anna was one of my only close and dear friends in Philly. She lost her battle with cervical cancer on September 4th. Fran, the patriarch, 82, died on September 14th of what we feel was a broken heart after losing his wife and daughter.

And also to mine and many others friend, Richard L. Krane (August 4, 1949 - March 9, 1999).

God Bless you my beloved Uncle John Marek, Uncle Jerome "Tom" Marek, Uncle Jim Massimini and Uncle Larry Powell. Peace and eternal rest be with you Aunt Josephine Young.

Also my Mother in Law, Vivian Mae Fry Royer (July,1940 - September 12, 2001). We will miss you GRAM-BUNKIE !!!

God Bless you my first and most dearest friend, Betty Jane Evans Harris. (1957-2006). You are at peace now my love and with your son and your Mom.

Moon Community Baseball coach and ump, Ray Walker. We will miss you my friend and mentor.

I just recently found out that Moon Baseball lost a great baseball coach in the association, Jeff Haywood. He passed away at age 50 this past September, 2006. I send my condolences to his family.

George W. Thomas III, (1976-2001), and his father, George W., Jr. (2000) may you all rest in peace my friends. God Bless you Mr. John "Pappy" J. Rushman, Sr. (1926-2002), Mr. Albert Rozsa (1932-2002), Marcella Madonna, Don Casasanta, and Ray Yanuzzi. Mrs. Gladys Diamond. William "Ralph" Quinn, and Christina Kokel. Mr. Thomas Schmidt and Mrs Betty Fryz

Albert R. "Stretch" Armstrong, June 4th, 2006, HIA Housemen mentor and boss, dear friend, husband of Dawn and great father of Louis, Kayla, and Andrew. Stretch we will miss you my friend. God Bless and love from the former "Holiday Inn PGH Airport Sick Units". Also from us, former Holiday Inn Pittsburgh Airport Banquet waitresses, Yolanda Costanza (1921-2006) and Nancy McCarriher (1935-2007). Also former Front Desk Clerk, Rita Aiman (1936-2008). May God Bless all of you truly sweet woman. You brought laughter and joy into all of us whom you worked with. We will all miss you our friends.

God Bless you Grammy (Gladys) Royer. She was the matriarch of the Royer Family and 88 years young when she left us on April 8th, 2008. You meant so much to Kelley and me.

God Bless Dorothy DePace, mother of Donna Santeufemio, who passed away on April 9th. She too was 88 years old.

God Bless my adopted god daughter Heather Lynn Rushman, (1981-2010)

In memory of Lloy "Pappy" Lambing, a true supporter and loyal follower, fan and bus driver of the Moon Area Baseball program and other Moon sports programs.

In loving memory of Michael Shutak (July 6, 1947 - August 29, 2010). A dear friend and lifetime supporter, coach, and leader in the Moon Township Baseball Association. A friend and volunteer of the Moon Area H.S. Football and Baseball programs.

In loving memory of William Edward "Hen" Henefeld (May 26, 1948 - October 17, 2012). Bill was a very close and dear friend of mine and a proud supporter of all of Moon Baseball. Hen coached the Moon Twp. American Legion team as an assistant from 1986 to 1988. In 1989, he became the full time manager. He retired as manager after the 1995 season.

In loving memory of Joseph Farquhar (December 28, 1931 - May 5, 2014). Joe served many years as a coach, umpire, and board member in the Moon Twp. Baseball Association from the late 60's through the 80's. In 2001, he replaced me as statistician of the Moon Area HS Varsity Baseball team and served them faithfully through the 2013. His love, heart, and dedication were not enough to bring him back in 2014 as his health failed. God Bless my friend.

YA GOTTA LOVE THOSE MOON AREA TIGERS !!!!!!!!!!

Remember, Tiger Pride! in all Moon Area School Athletics and Academics.

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