The Magnificent Seven lead West to Round Rock Jun 5, 2008
This may be the last week of practice for the Wolves, who play at 4 p.m. today against Laredo United at Dell Diamond in Round Rock, but as the sign in the West locker room indicates, the team still needs two more wins to accomplish its ultimate goal. My summer team won the Connie Mack World Series, so I ve been in front of plenty of big crowds, Kiser said. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
Sampson now in bullpen for Astros Jun 5, 2008
Houston has optioned three pitchers to Triple-A in the past week after poor performances from Dave Borkowski, Fernando Nieve, and Jack Cassel as all will now have to relieve from Dell Diamond in Round Rock. More demotions to the minors could come in the near future as catcher J.R. Towles continues to struggle with the wood at the plate. (North Channel Sun, TX)
Calallen powers past Friendswood, 7-1, in 4A state semifinals Jun 5, 2008
ROUND ROCK -- All it took was one dismal inning for Friendswood s dream baseball season to come to a crashing end Wednesday in a Class 4A baseball semifinal at Dell Diamond. Top-ranked Corpus Christi Calallen (41-1) scored five first-inning runs to coast to a 7-1 win over the Mustangs to advance to Thursday s championship game. (Friendswood Journal, TX)
Numbers go against Lamar Jun 3, 2008
Friendswood (27-9) will play top-ranked Corpus Christi Calallen (40-1) in the 4A state tournament Wednesday at Dell Diamond in Round Rock. Lamar finished its best-ever season at 29-9. (Rosenberg Herald-Coaster, TX)
ZEPHYRS 12 at EXPRESS 4 Jun 3, 2008
Up next: The Zephyrs and Express finish the series tonight at the Dell Diamond. Zephyrs left-hander Willie Collazo (2-2) will face Express right-hander Josh Miller (3-2) at 7:05 p.m.. (Nola.com -- Sports)
UIL State Baseball Tournament Pairings Jun 2, 2008
2A SEMIFINALS @ Dell Diamond, Round Rock ... 4A SEMIFINALS @ Dell Diamond, Round Rock ... Dell Diamond, Round Rock. (KWTX.com, TX)
Hutto tops Taylor in Game 1 May 31, 2008
CRACK: Taylor High School s Tyler Volek smashes a single to right field during the Ducks Region III finals game against Hutto Thursday at the Dell Diamond. Game 2 will be played Saturday at Nelson Field in Austin at 2 p.m. staff photo by NANCY ROYDEN. (Taylor Daily Press, TX)
Errors provide difference in disappointing setback May 31, 2008
The winner of the series plays in the 4A state tournament next week at Dell Diamond in Round Rock. In the bottom of the first inning, a throwing error by Lamar third baseman Ryan Haas allowed a runner to score from second, giving Friendswood a 1-0 lead. (Rosenberg Herald-Coaster, TX)
Bosqueville Baseball Team Wins Regional Final May 31, 2008
Bosqueville will begin play at the Dell Diamond in Round Rock on Friday at either 10:00am or 1:00 pm. . (KWTX.com, TX)
Still Sizzling May 29, 2008
The Mustangs (25-8) take on Lamar Consolidated in a best-of-three series beginning Thursday at the University of Houston with the winner to take on Birdville or Canyon Randall next week in the state championship at Round Rock s Dell Diamond. If they re not the best baseball team in the history of this school, they re close to it, Taylor said. (Friendswood Journal, TX)
Rematch: Ducks and Hippos to meet for last time in regional finals May 28, 2008
Hutto will face Taylor in the regional finals beginning Thursday at 7 p.m. at the Dell Diamond ... The Region III finals series begins Thursday at the Dell Diamond at 7 p.m. Game 2 will be played Saturday at Nelson Field in Austin at 2 p.m. If necessary, Game 3 will follow 30 minutes after. (Taylor Daily Press, TX)
Goldschmidt named SLC’s top hitter May 21, 2008
After all, his powerful swing was on display going back to his days with the Highlanders when, in the 2006 Class 5A state championship game, he hit a solo homer more than 410 feet to dead-center at the Dell Diamond in Round Rock. The blast contributed to TWHS 5-3 triumph. (Conroe Courier, TX)
Cub Scouts day camps keep packs active May 15, 2008
The Boy Scouts of America organization will host several camping options, including a dozen different day camps in and around the area, and a special Scout Night at the Dell Diamond for local Cub Scouts ... Scout Night at the Dell Diamond is another local activity for scouts. (Taylor Daily Press, TX)
Hockey jerseys on ice for CP City Council May 8, 2008
When the Round Rock Express minor league baseball team moved to Round Rock in 2000, members of the Round Rock council along with other city officials received baseball jerseys between the groundbreaking of the Dell Diamond and the opening day. The council members wore the jerseys for the opening day game, said Goodman. (Cedar Park Hill Country News Weekender, TX)
Irish Take Nation's Second Longest Active Winning Streak Into Key BIG EAST Series At West Virginia Apr 19, 2008
The Irish recently have played at several pro parks, including three college games and the 2001 exhibition vs. the Tampa Bay Devil Rays at their spring training site, Florida Power Park, plus 2002, '04 and '05 games in Texas at both Dell Diamond (home of triple-A Astros affiliate Round Rock Express) and Wolff Stadium (double-A San Antonio Missions), plus '06-'08 games at Wolff and the 2008 Whataburger Classic at Whataburger Field (home of the double-A Corpus Christi Hooks, also an Astros... (Und.com)
EXPRESS 2 vs. ZEPHYRS 1 Apr 12, 2008
Game keys: Pinch hitter Josh Paul drew a bases loaded walk in the bottom of the ninth inning to bring home the winning run for Round Rock at the Dell Diamond ... Round Rock announced a paid attendance of 12,364, the largest for opening day at the Dell Diamond. (Nola.com -- Sports)
Garrido Gets Win No. 500 at Texas Apr 9, 2008
Texas head coach Augie Garrido won his 500th game at UT with a 5-3 victory over the Texas State Bobcats at the Dell Diamond in Round Rock. (22-10) held Texas State (17-11) scoreless until the Bobcats pulled out two runs in the eighth and one more in the ninth at the Dell Diamond, home of the. (InsideTexas.com)
Illini Face Texas Tech in Four-Game Series Mar 6, 2008
Illinois Against the Red Raiders Illinois is 0-1 all-time against Texas Tech, dropping a 4-1 decision to the Red Raiders on March 12, 2004, at the Round Rock College Classic at Dell Diamond in Round Rock, Texas. Texas Tech scored three runs in the first inning of that contest and held on behind a steallar pitching performance from Steven Thomas. (Fightingillini.com)
Area news briefs Feb 23, 2008
The auction will begin at 12:30 p.m. and will feature various homemade items, baseball tickets at Dell Diamond, DVD of the St. Paul church dedication 25 years ago, quilts, St. Paul students projects and numerous other items. Anyone wishing to donate to the auction may contact Marilyn Johnson at 512-862-4419 or Angie Becker at 512-898-2257. (Thorndale Champion, TX)
Errors cost Cubs in first loss of ’08 Feb 23, 2008
ROUND ROCK, Texas Four errors that led to five unearned runs were too much for the Brenham Cub baseball team Thursday in a 7-4 loss to Round Rock High School at Dell Diamond. The game was Brenham s second of the season, coming on the heels of a 17-6 victory over Katy Taylor earlier this week. (Brenham Banner, TX)
Grand slam highlights Cubs’ opening-day victory Feb 21, 2008
Brenham will open the Round Rock Tournament Thursday when it plays Round Rock High School at Dell Diamond at 4 p.m.. BHS 17, KTHS 6. (Brenham Banner, TX)
Astros extend agreement with affiliates Feb 14, 2008
"Both franchises play a vital role in our player development efforts, and we feel very fortunate to extend this valued relationship through the 2010 season. "Both Dell Diamond and Whataburger Field are tremendous venues for any Major League club to develop its future Major League talent, and we appreciate the contributions that the Ryans and their staffs have made in our efforts. " With the Astros as their Major League partner, both Round Rock and Corpus Christi have become two of the most... (MLB.com -- Houston Astros)
Texas commit one of the best in the nation Feb 9, 2008
One Austin school in particular is a favorite to be one of those four final teams standing at Round Rock's Dell Diamond this summer. Georgetown High consistently competes for the playoffs, and this year's club is led by three Longhorn commitments. (Texas Sports -- Rivals.com)
Ryan interviews for Rangers post Feb 8, 2008
Part of the conversation, according to the report, centered on Hicks' plans to build a Texas Star hockey facility across the street from the Dell Diamond, where the Astros' Triple-A team, Ryan-owned Round Rock Express, plays. But clearly, that was not the only topic discussed. (MLB.com -- Texas Rangers)
Naumann student starts nonprofit charity - Brianna's Pennies of Love Feb 7, 2008
Brianna has held numerous fundraising events, including a Skills for Bills Night at the Dell Diamond. She also speaks to churches and business groups to promote her cause. (Cedar Park Hill Country News Weekender, TX)
Lites says entertainment center will be in Cedar Park despite reports Feb 2, 2008
Two Major League Baseball websites reported this week that the Dallas Stars Hockey Club will build its arena for the Texas Stars right across the street from the Dell Diamond in Round Rock ... Lites said there was most likely a misunderstanding about building an arena across from the Dell Diamond, which is home to the Round Rock Express, the Triple-A affiliate of the Houston Astros. (Cedar Park Hill Country News Weekender, TX)
Ryan, Rangers brass discuss future Jan 30, 2008
Ryan met with Hicks, his son, Tommy Jr., and Rangers vice president Jim Sundberg for 90 minutes last Friday to discuss a couple of topics, including Hicks' plans to build a Texas Star hockey facility across the street from the Dell Diamond, where the Astros' Triple-A team, the Ryan-owned Round Rock Express, plays. But the group also discussed the vacant president's position available with the Rangers. (MLB.com -- Texas Rangers)
Rangers celebrate their own at banquet Jan 26, 2008
Briefly: Hicks is planning to build a Minor League hockey arena in Round Rock, near the Dell Diamond. That's the home of the Astros' Triple-A farm team, owned by Nolan Ryan. (MLB.com -- Texas Rangers)
Thorndale schools make the grade in 2007 Jan 21, 2008
The Thorndale Champion -- Thorndale's hometown newspaper. CAMERON HERALD NEWS SECTIONS. (Thorndale Champion, TX)
Scout works on urban reforestation for Eagle Scout project Jan 18, 2008
The project was carried out near the banks of Chandler Creek, which runs along the south side of Old Settlers Park between Dell Diamond and the park. Prior to the project workday, Anthony met with Carse to flag trees and non-native plants that would be removed and marked areas where the baldcypress trees would be planted. (Taylor Daily Press, TX)
Adopt-A-Unit helps show support Nov 17, 2007
Miller said that after Soldier Appreciation Day at the Dell Diamond, people kept asking him if they could do more for the troops. He found Adopt-A-Unit while looking for an answer to those questions. (Cedar Park Hill Country News Weekender, TX)
Walking for a cure Nov 14, 2007
On Sunday, the Lone Star Chapter for MS hosted a walk at Dell Diamond that brought in over 500 people and 100,000 for MS research. Klaer and her team of 81 friends, coworkers and family members called the Spasmatics were the top fund-raisers bringing in over 9,800. (Taylor Daily Press, TX)
Horns take down Baylor in baseball scrimmage Oct 16, 2007
Due to a change in the NCAA collegiate baseball rules, the two Big 12 rivals met for 12- inning scrimmage Sunday afternoon at the Dell Diamond. If early impressions mean anything, Baylor and Texas may very well be the two teams that will be battling it out at the end of the season for the conference title. (Texas Sports -- Rivals.com)
Tourism expert to help Rapid City find its brand Oct 16, 2007
It promoted its 12 tennis courts, 15 baseball fields, its inline skating parks, its disc golf courses and the Triple A Dell Diamond baseball stadium as the center for team sports in Texas. n Jackson, Wyo. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
Baseball Edged by Texas 5-3 in Fall Exhibition Oct 15, 2007
RF Aaron Miller homered and had an RBI double in Sunday's fall exhibition against Texas at Dell Diamond in Round Rock, Texas ... Texas -- Four Bears collected at least two hits each, and Baylor tallied 15 hits as a team in a 5-3 loss to Texas in Sunday's fall exhibition at Dell Diamond. (Baylorbears.com)
Baseball to Hold Annual 'Burgers on the Berm' Oct 5, 2007
Fans also have an opportunity to see Baylor in action Sunday, Oct. 14, when the Bears face Big 12 rival Texas at Dell Diamond in Round Rock, Texas. The game does not count toward the teams' 2008 records. (Baylorbears.com)
Baylor Baseball To Face Texas in Fall Game Sep 29, 2007
WACO, Texas Baylor baseball will play an exhibition game Oct. 14 against Texas at Dell Diamond in Round Rock, Texas, 14th-year head coach Steve Smith announced Thursday. Game time has not yet been set. (KWTX.com, TX)
Backe ahead in rehab after Triple-A stint Aug 8, 2007
His final Minor League appearance will be at Dell Diamond on Aug. 27, when Round Rock plays Albuquerque, the Pacific Coast League affiliate of the Florida Marlins. Michael Point is a contributor to MLB.com. (MLB.com -- Houston Astros)
Express road to Houston Aug 4, 2007
Media Credit: Dawn Jones-GarciaRound Rock Express pitcher Troy Patton pitches during Thursday's Longhorn Night at Dell Diamond. Round Rock's motto is "Express today, Astros tomorrow." With the Astros seemingly out of contention, if the team decides to give some young players a look at the future rather than starting veterans, that tomorrow may come sooner for a few Round Rock players. (The Daily Texan, TX)
Backe impressive in rehab start Aug 3, 2007
He'll make five starts with the Express, beginning on Tuesday night at Dell Diamond where he will face the Salt Lake Bees, the Triple-A affiliate of the Los Angeles Angels. There's also a strong possibility he'll pitch at least a few times in winter ball. (MLB.com -- Houston Astros)
Express heading to home stretch Aug 2, 2007
Wednesday night the Express will return to Dell Diamond to begin an eight game home stand, first against Colorado Springs Sky Sox for four games and then against the Salt Lake Bees starting Sunday. The Express have 33 games left with 20 of those coming at home. (Taylor Daily Press, TX)
Ducks named to All-State team Jul 28, 2007
He was chosen to coach the 1A-3A South team at the Texas High School Baseball Coaches Association All-Star game at Dell Diamond. His team won, giving the south their sixth win in a row in the All-Star game. (Taylor Daily Press, TX)
Games of Texas hits Cedar Park and Leander Jul 28, 2007
While the Games of Texas started last weekend with the 3-on-3 soccer and volleyball events, the opening ceremonies are slated to start at 5:30 p.m. tonight at the Dell Diamond in Round Rock for a pre-ceremony. The cost to get into the opening ceremony is 5. (Cedar Park Hill Country News Weekender, TX)
Former Express Star Killed While Coaching In Game Jul 24, 2007
Outside the Dell Diamond flags are at half staff and hearts are half empty. The Nolan Ryan Foundation is donating $5,000 to Coolbaughs family. (K-Eye News, TX)
WBU signs all-state lefty pitcher from Houston area 07-13-2007 Jul 14, 2007
An All-Greater Houston and All-District 17-5A first-team selection and a third-team THSBCA Class 5A All-State honoree, he was also the starting pitcher for the South team in the THSBCA All-Star game held last month at Round Rock s Dell Diamond. We re very excited about having a pitcher of Matt s ability on our staff, said Pioneer head coach Brad Bass. (Plainview Daily Herald, TX)
Express limp into All-Star break Jul 10, 2007
Patton is ranked by Baseball America as the No. 2 prospect in the Houston Astros system and was just called up to Round Rock from Corpus Christi a few days prior to his Dell Diamond debut. Brooks Conrad gave the youngster some run support in the fourth inning with a solo home run, his 12th of the year. (Taylor Daily Press, TX)
Express provide fireworks on and off the field Jul 6, 2007
Wednesday the Express returned to the Dell Diamond for a five-game series against the Omaha Royals. The series started with a game full of fire works, ending in a 9-8 win for Round Rock by way of a Humberto Quintero home run in the eighth inning. (Taylor Daily Press, TX)
Brewers prospect throws perfect game Jun 26, 2007
Parra (1-1) retired 27 consecutive batters in his second Triple-A start as Nashville defeated Round Rock, 3-0, at the Dell Diamond ... Parra's teammates mobbed the Sacramento native at the mound as the remaining opposing fans at the Dell Diamond gave him a standing ovation. (MLB.com -- Milwaukee Brewers)
Notes: Bruntlett to fill in for Everett Jun 16, 2007
HOUSTON -- As Eric Bruntlett was taking batting practice in Round Rock on Thursday, the jumbotron at the Dell Diamond was showing the Astros' afternoon game with the A's. And that's how Bruntlett found out he was probably heading for Houston. (MLB.com -- Houston Astros)
North wins AABCA All-Star game Jun 14, 2007
And those players put on a show at the Dell Diamond, combining for three home runs as the North defeated the South, 4-3 ... o hit a home run at the Dell Diamond in an All-Star game is just an amazing feeling. (Cedar Park Hill Country News Weekender, TX)
Poteet’s bid for state championship comes to an end against Moody Jun 14, 2007
The Trojans did what no other team had been able to do, getting to Pirate starter Teddy Nowell for seven runs, including three home runs, en route to a 9-1 victory in front of a crowd of 8,500 in the Class 4A state championship game at Dell Diamond in Round Rock. Moody (39-3), which was making its 10th trip to the state tournament, captured its second state title and first at the 4A level while denying Poteet (34-5), which was making its inaugural tournament appearance, its first title in the... (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
Poteet advances to Class 4A state championship game Jun 13, 2007
ROUND ROCK - J.T. Files blasted a game-turning grand slam in the bottom of the third inning as Poteet moved within one win of its first state championship with a 6-3 victory over Texas City in a Class 4A state semifinal game at Dell Diamond in Round Rock. The Pirates (34-4) will face the winner of the Corpus Christi Moody/Canyon Randall semifinal, which is scheduled to be played later tonight, Saturday at 7 p.m.. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
Poteet out to win MISD’s first baseball title Jun 13, 2007
The Poteet High School baseball team will make its first appearance in the UIL Baseball Championships, which began with lower classifications Thursday and concludes Saturday, today at Dell Diamond in Round Rock. It becomes just the second appearance for the Mesquite ISD in the UIL Baseball Championships. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
State Baseball 06-07-2007 Jun 11, 2007
New Deal 3, Thorndale 0. Archer City 3, Lovelady 1. (Plainview Daily Herald, TX)
Lawhon named to North All-Star team Jun 9, 2007
The game will be played Sunday at 3 p.m. at the Dell Diamond ... Coach Kuhl has also picked up a post season honor, he will coach the 3A team at the Texas High School Baseball Coaches Association All-Star game at the Dell Diamond June 16. (Taylor Daily Press, TX)
Texas City Stings return to state playoffs after 53 years Jun 9, 2007
The Stings open up with a state semifinal match-up against Mesquite Poteet (33-4) at 4 p.m. today at Dell Diamond in Round Rock. We are very confident that we are going to win this thing, said Texas City coach Mike Schwager. (KHOU.com, TX)
Wisnoski to coach Class A all-stars Jun 7, 2007
Anderson-Shiro High School baseball coach Robert Wisnoski has been selected to coach in the 1A, 2A, 3A All-Star game at Dell Diamond in Round Rock on June 16. The 1A, 2A, 3A game is at 2 p.m. He was selected by the Texas High Baseball Coaches Association to represent 1A for the south. (Navasota Examiner, TX)
Area teams in baseball playoffs Jun 6, 2007
All UIL state baseball tournament games will be played at the Dell Diamond in Round Rock. Copyright. (Cameron Herald, TX)
Texas looking to avenge last season's regional loss Jun 6, 2007
" UT's process to an expected trip to Omaha, Neb., and the College World Series has veered slightly this year. The Longhorns are playing host to a regional at Dell Diamond in Round Rock, 20 miles north of Austin. UT played most of its regular season at Disch-Falk Field, even though its home stadium is in the midst of $21 million in renovations -- which dropped the stadium's capacity by a few thousand. The one redeeming value to the experience? The Longhorns already came equipped with hard hats.... (ESPN -- College Sports)
Bulldogs headed for state Jun 5, 2007
The win puts the Bulldogs in the state semi-finals, which begin Wednesday at the Dell Diamond. Friday night the Bulldogs hammered Shiner's pitching for a 14-1 win that ended in the fifth inning by the 10-run rule. (Taylor Daily Press, TX)
2007 NCAA Division I College Baseball Regional & Super Regional Schedule & Results Jun 5, 2007
eliminated) Game 6 - (3) Louisville 4, (1) Missouri 3 Monday, June 4 -------------- Game 7 - (3) Louisville (43-21) at (1) Missouri (42-17), 2:00 Chapel Hill, North Carolina (Host: North Carolina) Boshamer Stadium (2,500) ================================================== Friday, June 1 -------------- Game 1 - (2) East Carolina 9, (3) Western Carolina 8 Game 2 - (1) North Carolina 6, (4) Jacksonville 0 Saturday, June 2 ---------------- Game 3 - (3) Western Carolina 7, (4) Jacksonville 0... (Pac-10.org)
UT's season ends with 9-6 loss Jun 5, 2007
Baseball might be the cruelest of all team sports and the Texas Longhorns found that out the hard way on Monday afternoon after visiting UC Irvine ended their season with a 9-5 victory in the final of the NCAA Regional at the Dell Diamond. Click here for the full report on the season-finale and find out what went wrong and where. (Texas Sports -- Rivals.com)
Longhorns eliminate Deacons Jun 4, 2007
The Associated Press and College News Releases ROUND ROCK, TEXAS - Bradley Suttle hit a two-run double in the 12th inning to give Texas a 7-4 victory over Wake Forest on Sunday, knocking the Demon Deacons out of the NCAA regional at Dell Diamond. Wake Forest was down to its last strike in the ninth when Brett Linnenkohl hit a two-run home run off Randy Boone to tie the score with his first career pinch hit. (News & Observer -- Sports)
No. 5 Texas Eliminates Wake Forest, 7-4, in 12 Innings at NCAA Regional Jun 4, 2007
Wake rallied back from a 4-1 deficit with three runs in the bottom of the ninth before eventually falling to No. 5-ranked Texas, 7-4, in 12 innings at the NCAA Regional Tournament held at The Dell Diamond. Through the first eight innings, things looked bleak for the third-seeded Deacons. (Wakeforestsports.com)
No. 9 UC Irvine Shuts Out Wake Forest, 13-0, in Opening Round of NCAA Tournament Jun 3, 2007
ROUND ROCK, Texas -- No. 9-ranked UC Irvine scored six runs in the first two innings and cruised the rest of the way for a 13-0 shutout of Wake Forest in the opening round of the NCAA Tournament Friday afternoon at The Dell Diamond. The loss drops the third-seeded Demon Deacons (33-28) into the loser's bracket of the Round Rock Regional. (Wake Forest Sports -- Rivals.com)
