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TRENT KEEPS IT LIT

YOUNGSTOWN, OH= In a recent episode of the YSN podcast, Cardinal Mooney’s star catcher Trent Litman shared insights into his baseball journey, offering an inspiring look at his dedication and growth. Known on YSN as “The Fireman” for his consistent offensive prowess, Litman detailed his progression from a backup for the junior varsity team to a key varsity player making significant impacts on the field.

During the podcast, co-host DJ Yokley and Anthony Hartwig delved into Litman’s development. Litman credited his mentors, including Ian Francis and Will Petty, for elevating his skills, particularly in catching—a role he only recently took on. This guidance has helped him maintain a confident mindset at bat and manage the pressures of a competitive schedule filled with formidable opponents like Hoban and St. Ed’s.

The discussion also highlighted Litman’s leadership, as he embraces his role in guiding a predominantly young team. With aspirations for college baseball, Litman has committed to Garrett College, choosing the junior college route to maximize his potential amidst the flux of transfer portals.

Baseball runs deep in the Litman family, and this passion fuels Trent’s pursuit of excellence. His ultimate goal is to progress to a major university and potentially a professional baseball career while establishing roots in business inspired by his father.

As he embarks on his senior year, Litman’s journey promises more memorable moments, whether through hitting home runs or outsmarting opponents as a catcher. Fans of Cardinal Mooney baseball can certainly expect thrilling performances from “The Fireman” this season.

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SIR FRANCIS

YOUNGSTOWN, OH – The Cardinal Mooney Cardinals are currently 13-7 overall and the 7 seed in the OHSAA Division 3 state baseball playoffs in the Struthers district and they will be preparing to take on the Columbiana Clippers in the sectional round game on Wednesday, May 19th, at Firestone Park in Columbiana. The Cardinals have been enjoying a solid season that has been successful because of the leadership that they get day in and day out from catcher, Ian Francis!

Francis is currently having a great senior campaign as he is hitting .420 (21/50) in eighteen games, with five doubles, two triples, a homer, and 18 RBIs. Not only is Ian’s average very solid, his OBP (on base percentage) is currently at .567 and he is slugging .660. Ian has been such a valuable piece to the Cardinal Mooney baseball program throughout his career, that he has shown just how to play ball the Mooney way and because of that, even when the COVID pandemic occurred, his teammates all knew to look for him for leadership and guidance to see how to go about navigating such a difficult time.

Francis has been able to showcase his baseball talents and leadership qualities for Cardinal Mooney all season long and because of that ability to lead by example on and off the diamond, colleges have been chomping at the bit to recruit him and add them to their programs. Throughout the entire recruiting process, Ian has been able to take a step back, enjoy it all, and has committed to Youngstown State University where he will continue to catch for the Penguins!

YSN’s own, Steve Leslie, was able to sit down and catch up with Ian this week to discuss his baseball career, what he expects from the Cardinals on Wednesday against a tough Clippers squad, what his thoughts are about playing ball at the next level at YSU, a rapid-fire question session to see what makes Ian the player he is today, and so much more!

Take some time to check out this exclusive player profile with Cardinal Mooney baseball senior star catcher, Ian Francis!

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