The Houston Hard Knocks came out swinging this past weekend as all three of our teams — 8U, 10U, and 12U — took the field to open their fall seasons. With plenty of big hits, strong pitching, and hard-fought games, it was a great start across the board.

8U – A Hot Start in Double Header League

Our youngest Hard Knocks made quite the statement, starting their fall double header league with a 2-0 record.

• Game 1: The boys piled up 14 hits and played flawless defense, winning 14-6. Max set the tone early with a massive 3-run homer that electrified the team.
• Game 2: The bats stayed hot with 19 hits in a 13-4 victory. Patton and Rhett each chipped in with multiple hits, helping the team stay dominant.

A perfect start for 8U with plenty of momentum moving forward.

10U – Rolling Through Pool Play

The 10U Hard Knocks came out strong and showed they’re going to be a tough team this fall.

• Saturday: A pair of commanding wins, 14-2 and 20-2. Jason was lights-out in the opener, giving up just one hit on the mound. Arkadeus went 2-for-2 with three RBIs, while Jordan delivered a clutch single that cleared the bases for four runs in Game 2.
• Sunday: The team kept rolling with a 14-3 win to open bracket play. Gian added to the highlight reel with a huge double that scored two runs. Despite a late rally, the boys fell short in the semifinals, but they left it all on the field.

A strong showing and plenty of positives as the 10U squad looks ahead.

12U – Battling All Weekend

The 12U Hard Knocks showed grit and fight throughout the weekend, finishing with a 2-2 record.

• Saturday: They split their games, rallying from behind to win 8-6 in the opener before dropping the second 4-9. Favian sparked the comeback win with a clutch 2-run single.
• Sunday: The boys battled tough, winning their first game 10-6 before falling in the second. Pitching was a bright spot, with Blake, Aiden, and Caleb all turning in strong outings. Caleb also added some power at the plate with a solo home run.

The 12U team showed plenty of heart and is building a strong foundation for the rest of the season.

💥 Overall, it was an exciting weekend for the Houston Hard Knocks program. From home runs to clutch pitching and comeback wins, our players brought the energy and set the tone for fall ball. Big things are ahead this season — let’s keep the momentum rolling!