As we prepare for our 2014 high school preseason coverage, we are going to take a quick glance at teams from across the state.

Team: Vandalia Butler
Class: DI
League: GWOC North
Head Coach: Trent Dues
2013 Overall Record: 17-10
2013 Conference Record: 9-1
Returning Starters: 5
Returning Pitchers: 3

TOP PLAYERS 
Jacob Larger, RHP, 2014
Bryan Myers, OF, 2014
Jacob Naas, OF, 2014
Alex Schulke, IF/RHP, 2015
Alex Murphy, DH/RHP, 2015 

YOUNG UP AND COMERS
Mitch Gremling, RHP, 2016
Nic Martin, OF, 2016
Dusty Lewis, IF, 2016 

OUTLOOK:  

Last year was suppose to be a rebuilding year for the Aviators after losing several key parts to a district championship squad. But, that didn't stop Coach Due's squad from putting together a strong season, highlighted by a conference championship. Now, with five players returning to the starting lineup, and three pitchers back from the rotation, the Aviators are looking to build off experience. Sophomore right-hander Mitch Gremling, one of the top arms in the Miami Valley area, is expected to be the team's ace. If his team can stay healthy, Coach Dues should find himself competing for a chance at another district title in 2014.

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COACHES PRE-SEASON QUESTIONNAIRE

We appreciate the strong response so far from high school coaches across the state assisting with our pre-season coverage.  If you have not already done so you can fill out our coaches pre-season questionnaire online by clicking here.