The Texas high school season kicks off on February 19, the first day for regular season games. Most teams will begin practicing on January 26, getting their rosters set and finalizing their lineups.

Over the next several weeks, leading up to opening day, we will be rolling out team previews of high school teams all across the state and across all classifications, eventually launching our Preseason Power 25.

We have been sending out our annual Preseason Questionnaire to coaches all across the state and as the responses flood in we will bring you a snapshot of what to expect along with top players and keys to success for that particular team. If you don’t see your team’s season preview make sure your head coach fills out his Preseason Questionnaire.

Team: Abilene
2017 Record: 19-13
Conference Finish: 4th
THSA Classification: 6A
Head Coach: Ryan Lewis
Playoff Run: Lost in First Round
Returning Starters: 5
Returning Pitchers: 2

TOP PLAYERS

 
SEASON PREVIEW

Coach Lewis returns a solid core from last year's 19-win squad. SS Wes Berry, a three year varsity starter will be the backbone of the middle infield. C Terrell Franklin, another three year varsity starter, is coming off an ACL injury suffered during football, but Coach Lewis expects him to be a major contributor. RHP Andrew Bennett will assume the role of staff ace.

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