Bulldogs camp corner Aug 17, 2008
CATCHING UP WITH: NICK BATES, LBYou know, if you hadn't switched sports, from Fresno State baseball to Bulldogs football before last year, you'd have a national championship. Answer: Man, if I had a dollar every time someone asked me about that, I'd be so rich. (Fresno Bee -- Sports)
Wilson signs with Pirates Aug 14, 2008
The Fresno State baseball team officially lost its postseason ace Wednesday. Justin Wilson, the winning pitcher in the Bulldogs' national championship clincher in June, signed with the Pittsburgh Pirates, according to an MLB.com report. (Fresno Bee -- Sports)
Fresno State's Carter gets another good read Aug 6, 2008
All this after the Fresno State baseball team's national championship in June, which has reduced the wardrobe of pretty much everyone in town to Sunday clothes and College World Series T-shirts. Fresno does love a winner. (Fresno Bee -- Sports)
WAC tabs Susdorf as year's top male Aug 4, 2008
"Steve is the major reason we have won three straight WAC championships and the 2008 national championship. This is a great honor to cap off the year for both Steve and Fresno State baseball.". Susdorf was drafted by the Detroit Tigers after the 2007 season, but didn't sign and returned to Fresno State. (Fresno Bee -- Sports)
Susdorf Honored with Joe Kearney Award Aug 2, 2008
"Over the last four years, Steve has represented Fresno State with class and he has been a true student-athlete. Steve is the major reason we have won three straight WAC Championships and the 2008 National Championship. This is a great honor to cap off the year for both Steve and Fresno State baseball.". During the 2008 baseball season, Susdorf drove in 87 runs which was the third-best single-season mark in Fresno State history. (Gobulldogs.com)
Batesole contract won't be an easy fix Jul 26, 2008
Fresno State baseball, even this year, does not pay for itself. It doesn't at Georgia either. (Fresno Bee -- Sports)
Commish proud of WAC’s success Jul 24, 2008
He is in his 15th year with the WAC and couldn t be prouder of where the conference is, with two straight appearances by football teams in BCS bowls and the Fresno State baseball team winning the national championship in June. Benson began the 2008 WAC Football Preview Wednesday morning at the Hilton Salt Lake City Airport with a Commissioner s Forum. (Logan Herald Journal, UT)
GREAT GRUB: Sports fans, get in the Dog House Jul 20, 2008
Dog House Grill, a new hangout for Fresno State baseball fans, is home to the best all-American food in the city of Fresno. With a welcoming atmosphere, 13 big-screen televisions and delicious food, who could resist. (Fresno Bee -- Lifestyle)
ESPY Experience Excites Dogs Jul 17, 2008
LOS ANGELES - The Fresno State baseball team, fresh off its NCAA championship and one of the most exciting of recent College World Series, spent Tuesday and Wednesday in Los Angeles as a part of the ESPY Awards program. The Bulldogs were nominated in the category of "Best Upset", and although the Dogs did not win the award, their experience is one that will have a lasting impact on the program. (Gobulldogs.com)
Bulldogs' baseball title run wins nod from Capitol Hill Jul 16, 2008
"Without regard for the doubters and the critics, Fresno State baseball exhibited an uncompromising commitment to success," said Rep. Devin Nunes, R-Visalia. (Fresno Bee -- Sports)
Batesole adjusting to life as Top 'Dog Jul 14, 2008
Fresno State baseball coach Mike Batesole ... FRESNO -- It was a rare moment for Fresno State baseball coach Mike Batesole ... "Can you believe that? Me? A spectacle? But what an honor." In a sports-rich region that has long sought something to boast about, Fresno State baseball delivered when no one else could. (Modesto Bee, CA)
Yang's all in to give back long after title Jul 13, 2008
You might also have heard about the Fresno State baseball team, which in June became the most unlikely champion since two fictional characters, a teenage Daniel Larusso, and a 45-year-old George Foreman. Not a bad six months. (Fresno Bee -- Sports)
Fresno State Welcomes Home National Champions Jul 8, 2008
The lines began early this morning at the Bulldog Shop, where eager fans waited patiently to get their hands on National Champion Fresno State baseball T-shirts. The lines continued in the afternoon with Bulldog supporters lining up outside Pete Beiden Field nearly two hours before the gates opened. (Gobulldogs.com)
Bulldog Baseball Nominated for ESPY Award Jul 8, 2008
- After winning the programs first ever national title last week in Omaha, the Fresno State baseball team has received unprecedented national attention ... com/espn/specialsection/espys2008/ to vote for the Fresno State baseball team. (Gobulldogs.com)
Batesole Garners Coaching Accolades Jul 8, 2008
- - Fresno State baseball coach continues to garner recognition after guiding his team to the programs first national title ... "Join the State - Fresno State" The Fresno State baseball team won the programs first national championship. (Gobulldogs.com)
60 seconds with former Fresno State defensive lineman Garrett McIntyre Jul 6, 2008
Did you get a chance to watch the Fresno State baseball team win the national championship, and if so what are your thoughts about that ... What a spectacular postseason for Fresno State baseball. (Fresno Bee -- Sports)
Ex-Bulldog Robnett seeks pro consistency with River Cats Jul 6, 2008
At the beginning of the Fresno State baseball team's climb over nationally ranked teams toward the College World Series title, few outside of Fresno believed in the Bulldogs ... What a spectacular postseason for Fresno State baseball. (Fresno Bee -- Sports)
Letters to sports (7/6/08): More on Fresno State's championship Jul 6, 2008
Coverage impressiveI was pleasantly surprised and shocked to see the full front page of The Fresno Bee dedicated to the Fresno State baseball triumph ... Finally, good newsThank you to the Fresno State baseball men who gave us a respite from the bad smoke-filled air and the continued bad economic news clogging the press ... Bulldogs restore pride Last time I went to a Fresno State baseball game, it was in the mid-'70s and it was at a small baseball diamond next to the college. (Fresno Bee -- Sports)
Real or tape? Grizzlies part of YouTube ad Jul 5, 2008
While the Fresno State baseball team stole the nation's attention by winning the College World Series, the Fresno Grizzlies are doing it with a stunning viral video with more than a million hits on YouTube ... What a spectacular postseason for Fresno State baseball. (Fresno Bee -- Sports)
ESPY nominees announced in 37 categories Jul 2, 2008
The Best Upset category includes the New York Giants, who upset previously unbeaten New England for the Super Bowl title; the Appalachian State football team, which upended Michigan in the season opener; the Fresno State baseball team, which became the lowest seed ever to win an NCAA title; and horse racing's Da'Tara, the Belmont Stakes winner over Big Brown. The Arthur Ashe Courage Award will be given to 1968 U.S. Olympians Tommie Smith and John Carlos. (ESPN -- Golf)
Fresno State is a needed breath of fresh air Jun 29, 2008
Hundreds of down-on-their-luck teams of all ages and genders, or perhaps slumping companies, will hear the story from their coaches or bosses: The 2008 Fresno State baseball team had no shot. No chance. (Modesto Bee, CA)
Bulldogs' day of jubilation Jun 28, 2008
"It's great to see the local boys do well," said Broad, who was wearing a T-shirt that said "Fresno State Baseball."Broad discussed a less flattering side of the current mania for the Bulldogs ... KURT HEGRE / THE FRESNO BEE Bulldog fans do the wave at Beiden Field Thursday during a rally for the Fresno State baseball team ... What a spectacular postseason for Fresno State baseball. (Fresno Bee -- Sports)
Thank you, Bulldogs! Jun 28, 2008
This historic Fresno State baseball national championship has taken all of us to a higher place ... -- Thank you to Fresno State baseball for giving this town its first baseball national championship. (Fresno Bee -- Opinion)
BELIEVE IT — 'DOGS ARE CHAMPS! Jun 27, 2008
com: Sports: BELIEVE IT 'DOGS ARE CHAMPS. Call: (800) 877-3400. (Fresno Bee -- Sports)
Bulldogs, A to Z Jun 27, 2008
Here is a quick look at Fresno State baseball through the years:A is for the All-Americans, 29 of them entering this season, from pitcher Don Barnett in 1951 to outfielder Richie Robnett in 2004. B is for Pete Beiden, Bob Bennett and Mike Batesole, peerless leaders all. (Fresno Bee -- Local)
:: BULLDOGS IN THE MEDIA :: Jun 26, 2008
Fresno State Baseball in the Media: 2008 NCAA Tournament. - ESPN. com. (Gobulldogs.com)
All over town, Fresno State fans were glued to the game Jun 26, 2008
Wherever they were on Wednesday, Valley residents were riveted by a television spectacle as the Fresno State baseball team finished its improbable quest to win the 2008 College World Series. Fans were at once confident, anxious, excited and nervous as the Fresno State Bulldogs faced the University of Georgia Bulldogs in Omaha, Neb. (Fresno Bee -- Local)
Bulldogs wobble, but show there's life left Jun 25, 2008
You don't wake up every morning now thinking to yourself, "I know there is no tangible reason for me to believe the Fresno State baseball team will win yet another game, but I'm going to go ahead and assume they will". This Bulldogs team has survived certain elimination more times than the Spotted Owl. (Fresno Bee -- Sports)
Bulldogs behind the 8 ball Jun 25, 2008
Call: (800) 877-3400. Web Search powered by YAHOO. (Fresno Bee -- Sports)
Dogs Pound Georgia 19-10 Jun 25, 2008
Bulldog Celebration Planned for Beiden Field Bulldog fans are invited to a welcome home celebration for the Fresno State baseball team at 7 p.m. on Thursday, June 26, at Beiden Field on campus (Cedar Avenue and Bulldog Lane). The public is welcome to come out to the ballpark and congratulate National Coach of the Year and the 2008 Bulldogs - champions of the WAC Tournament, the NCAA Long Beach Regional and the NCAA Tempe Super Regional - for the team's remarkable run in the postseason that... (Gobulldogs.com)
WonderDogs Win! Jun 25, 2008
OMAHA - For the Fresno State baseball team, most thought the team's magical run through the NCAA Tournament would end Sunday night at Johnny Rosenblatt Stadium. Someone forgot to tell the team. (Gobulldogs.com)
CWS: Game updates and video Jun 24, 2008
What a spectacular postseason for Fresno State baseball. Though a total team effort, which Bulldog would get your vote for CWS MVP. (Fresno Bee)
Local Politcs — 6/23 Jun 24, 2008
This week, Jim Boren and Bill McEwen discuss the Fresno State baseball team making it to the College World Series finals and John McCain's visit to Fresno. . (Fresno Bee -- Opinion)
Bulldogs down, but not out Jun 23, 2008
-- The scrappy Fresno State baseball team nearly did it again Saturday. The Bulldogs were leading 3-2 in the top of the eighth inning, six outs from advancing to their first ever College World Series final and a chance to win the national championship. (Fresno Bee -- Local)
THEY DID IT! Jun 23, 2008
Players from the Fresno State baseball team yelled the saying over and over, their improbable run in the NCAA Tournament extended once again and now at the final stage. With a 6-1 victory against North Carolina on Sunday at Rosenblatt Stadium, Fresno State advanced to the championship series of the College World Series and is two wins from capturing a national title. (Fresno Bee -- Local)
Dogs' CWS Game Postponed Until Saturday Jun 20, 2008
After waiting for two days to get back to action in the College World Series, the Fresno State baseball team will have to wait one more day to play. A severe thunderstorm rocked Omaha, site of the College World Series, Thursday night causing a postponement of the LSU vs. North Carolina. (Gobulldogs.com)
Wonderdogs Takeout No. 2 Tar Heels Jun 20, 2008
OMAHA - A run through the NCAA baseball tournament that most called improbable took the Fresno State baseball team one step closer to the national championship series. The Bulldogs once again did the unexpected in beating No. 2 national seed North Carolina 5-3 Tuesday night in front of more than 23,000 fans at historic Rosenblatt Stadium. (Gobulldogs.com)
Bulldogs to Play No. 2 North Carolina Jun 20, 2008
BULLDOG SHOP HAS COLLEGE WORLD SERIES APPARREL The Bulldog Shop, located on the corner of Barstow and Cedar, has official Fresno State baseball and College World Series merchandise. Join the State - Fresno State. (Gobulldogs.com)
Sights and sounds from Rosenblatt Jun 18, 2008
The ambulance also has a satellite dish, Kansas City Chiefs carpet, benches in the back that double as coolers and a legal license plate that reads, "911 FUN."Fresno fan of the dayThe imaginary award goes to Merv Carter, who played on the 1959 Fresno State baseball team, the first Bulldogs' squad to make it to the College World Series. Carter, who is now a consultant for Fresno Unified School District athletics, came to Omaha this week with his grandsons, Matt, 12, and Brett, 9. (Fresno Bee -- Sports)
After early-season woes, Bulldogs aim for best in show Jun 17, 2008
By Andy Gardiner, USA TODAY OMAHA In early May, the Fresno State baseball team was stuck in neutral. After an 8-12 start, the Bulldogs were hit by a string of injuries that cost them their best pitcher and a handful of central players. (USA Today -- Sports)
1959 'Dogs shine their diamond tales again Jun 15, 2008
Both men were on the Fresno State baseball team that played in the 1959 College World Series, the first team from Fresno to make it to the series ... Catcher Garrett, now in the Fresno State Baseball Hall of Fame, "had a triple against Arizona," he said. (Fresno Bee -- Local)
Digits multiply pain felt by Bulldog Jun 6, 2008
So Fresno State baseball player Tommy Mendonca shakes hands with people by awkwardly extending his left. His right hand, though not wrapped or in a cast, stays close to his body for protection. (Fresno Bee -- Sports)
Scheppers Drafted in Second Round, Wilson in Fifth Jun 6, 2008
"Join the State - Fresno State!" - The Fresno State baseball team continues play at the 2008 NCAA tournament at the Super Regional in Tempe, Ariz. against No. 3 Arizona State. (Gobulldogs.com)
San Diego forces Fresno to Game 2 Jun 2, 2008
Turlock's Tommy Mendonca continues to be a shining light for the Fresno State baseball team at the NCAA Long Beach Regional. Unfortunately for the Bulldogs, Mendonca was just about the only light in a 15-1 loss to San Diego on Sunday. (Modesto Bee, CA)
Local Digest: Mendonca leads Fresno into regional title game Jun 1, 2008
The Turlock High graduate drove in four runs for the Fresno State baseball team Saturday as the Bulldogs beat San Diego 6-0 in the NCAA Long Beach Regional. The Bulldogs are one victory away from advancing to the College World Series. (Modesto Bee, CA)
Fresno State ready for an uphill battle May 30, 2008
You're Fresno State baseball coach Mike Batesole. Your ace has been out. (Fresno Bee -- Sports)
Baseball Advances to WAC Title Game May 25, 2008
- The Fresno State baseball team is one win away from winning its third straight WAC tournament title. On Saturday, the Bulldog defeated Hawai'i 11-4 to advance to the championship game of the WAC tournament. (Gobulldogs.com)
Susdorf Sets Record in 7-3 Victory May 24, 2008
- With one swing of the bat propelled the Fresno State baseball team to a 7-3 WAC tournament victory over San Jose State on Friday ... "Join the State - Fresno State" - The Fresno State baseball team plays at 9 a.m. on Saturday in the winners bracket of the WAC tournament. (Gobulldogs.com)
Bulldogs Earn 3-2 Win over Sacramento State May 23, 2008
- The Fresno State baseball team won its first game of the WAC tournament by defeating Sacramento State 3-2 on Thursday morning at J.C. Love Field. Fresno State is now 34-27 and plays Friday at 1 p.m. (Pacific Time) against the loser of the first round game between Nevada and San Jose State. (Gobulldogs.com)
Baseball Sweeps WAC Awards May 22, 2008
- After winning its third straight WAC baseball title, the Fresno State baseball team was recognized for their efforts Wednesday night when it was announced that was named WAC Player of the Year, WAC Pitcher of the Year, WAC Freshman of the Year and coach was WAC Co-Coach of the Year. Fresno State also had five players earn First-Team All-WAC accolades in Susdorf, Scheppers, , and. (Gobulldogs.com)
Bulldogs Begin WAC Tournament May 22, 2008
- The Fresno State baseball team begins its quest for a third straight WAC tournament title on Thursday at 9 a.m. (Pacific Time) when they play Sacramento State ... It is the first time since 1984 a Fresno State baseball team has won the title three straight years. (Gobulldogs.com)
'Dogs baseball tunes up for WAC May 20, 2008
The Fresno State baseball team finished its regular season Sunday with a 13-6 victory against Sacramento State as the Bulldogs head into the conference tournament at 3,500-seat J.C. Love Field in Ruston, La. The Bulldogs, seeded No. 1, will face the Hornets again at 9 a.m. PDT Thursday. (Fresno Bee -- Sports)
Bulldogs win WAC in baseball May 18, 2008
Not since 1984 had the Fresno State baseball team won three consecutive conference baseball titles. Until Saturday. (Fresno Bee -- Sports)
Bulldogs Win Third Straight WAC Title May 18, 2008
- The Fresno State baseball team won its third consecutive WAC baseball championship after splitting a doubleheader on Saturday at Sacramento State ... The Fresno State baseball team lost 4-0 to the Hornets in the first game of a double header. (Gobulldogs.com)
Bulldogs report (5/16/08): Fresno State loses baseball game in grand fashion May 17, 2008
A five-run lead did not hold up in the bottom of the ninth inning as host Sacramento State defeated the Fresno State baseball team 9-8 Friday afternoon on Brent Hottman's game-ending grand slam. The Bulldogs had trailed through seven innings before scoring three runs in the eighth and three more in the ninth for an 8-3 advantage. (Fresno Bee -- Sports)
Bulldogs Play Sacramento State Tough May 17, 2008
SACRAMENTO, Calif, - After trailing for seven innings the Fresno State baseball team scored three runs in the eighth and ninth innings to lead 8-3. But the Bulldogs could not hang onto the lead as Sacramento State scored six runs in the bottom half of the ninth inning to win 9-8 on Friday afternoon. (Gobulldogs.com)
Baseball Travels to Sacramento State May 16, 2008
- The Fresno State baseball team's quest for a third straight WAC championship takes place this weekend at Sacramento State. The Bulldogs, who hold a one-game lead over Nevada, begin a four-game series with the Hornets on Friday at 2:30 p.m.. (Gobulldogs.com)
Baseball Battles SJSU Tough May 12, 2008
- The Fresno State baseball team still remains atop first place in the WAC despite a 2-1 loss to San Jose State on Senior Day at Beiden Field. The Bulldogs did take three of four from the Spartans in the series and are 31-25 overall and 19-9 in WAC play. (Gobulldogs.com)
Baseball Sweeps DH From San Jose State May 11, 2008
- The Fresno State baseball team increased its lead in the WAC to two games after sweeping a doubleheader with San Jose State on Saturday at Beiden Field ... "Join the State - Fresno State" The Fresno State baseball team plays its final home game on Sunday at 1 p.m. against San Jose State. (Gobulldogs.com)
Wilson Tosses Complete Game in 11-3 Win May 10, 2008
The Fresno State baseball team scored early and often as they started the final homestand of the season with an 11-3 victory over San Jose State on Friday evening at Beiden Field in front of a crowd of 1800. Fresno State improves to 29-24 on the season and 17-8 in league play. (Gobulldogs.com)
Baseball Hosts San Jose State May 9, 2008
- The Fresno State baseball team plays its final home stand of the season this weekend when they play host to San Jose State Friday through Sunday. This weekend is also the final home games for , , , , , , Jake Hower and. (Gobulldogs.com)
Bulldogs Hold Long Beach State to Three Hits May 8, 2008
- The Fresno State baseball team had the winning run at the plate in the top of the ninth inning with one out but Bulldog rally fell short as Long Beach State hung on for the 2-1 win Tuesday evening at Blair Field. The loss drops the Bulldogs to 28-24 while Long Beach State improved 28-17. (Gobulldogs.com)
Bulldogs missing APR mark May 6, 2008
Last year, Fresno State baseball lost one scholarship for failing to meet the NCAA's academic standards. Men's tennis (845), women's softball (900) and women's indoor (913) and outdoor track (908) also fell short last year. (Fresno Bee -- Sports)
Baseball Remains in First in WAC, Despite DH Loss May 4, 2008
- The Fresno State baseball team dropped two games to New Mexico State on Saturday, losing Game 1, 9-2 and Game 2, 12-7. Fresno State still sits in first place in the WAC with a 15-8 mark and a 27-23 overall record. (Gobulldogs.com)
Susdorf Homers Twice in Win May 3, 2008
- In what was a high-scoring affair, the Fresno State baseball team survived a six-run fifth inning by New Mexico State to win 11-8 on Friday night at Beiden Field. Fresno State improves its WAC best record to 15-6 and 27-21 overall while New Mexico State dropped to 22-26 and 9-12 in WAC.. (Gobulldogs.com)
