The University Daily Kansan Sports
Baseball Extra
Inside B:More sports News about Derrick Thomas's heart attack, Big 12 Conference basketball surprises and the intramural basketball scene.
WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 9, 2000
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Photo by Nick Krug/KANSAN
Hoglund Ballpark could be relocated to Mudville at this rate. Kansas baseball has seen better days. It was only seven years ago when the 'Hawks went to the College World series, and last year's 14-40 team was a far cry from that. Better days are ahead though. Kansas is young, and it has talent and determination. Hoglund Ballpark has charm; quarter-dog nights are the best deal around; and baseball is still America's pastime. It adds up to a season of promise especially if you like hot dogs.
Story by Amanda Kaschube
These three guys may have the tallest task on campus. Lead a team that often seemed lost. Teach new players what it means to wear a Kansas jersey. Help old players forget last year's disappointments in those same uniforms.
Kansas baseball captains Pete Smart, Shane Wedd and Ryan Schmidt have their work cut out for them.
"They were chosen by their team because of their work ethic and attitude," said coach Bobby Randall. "They are a good example of what a baseball program should be — loyalty, commitment to a team and hard workers."
The captains should lead by example and be representatives of good baseball.
"They need to be the most vocal guys on the team," said junior John Nelson. "They need to go out there and play hard. If they see a place for improvement, they need to say something."
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