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To the game that gave me so much in life… not just lifelong friends and memories, but lessons that went far beyond the baseball field.

You taught me how to fail, how to get back up, how to believe in myself, and how to keep going when everything seemed to be falling apart. You taught me that life isn’t always fair, that hard work doesn’t always guarantee success, and that sometimes the things you love most can hurt you the most.

From earning my first college scholarship, to my first collegiate hit, home run, and strikeout. From the highest highs to the lowest lows, this game gave me moments I’ll cherish forever.

But it also broke my heart.

Two elbow injuries brought my college career to an end, and for an entire year, I thought my playing days were behind me. I had to learn who I was without the game that had been my entire life. But God had a different plan.

A year later, I found my way back to the mound. Back to the game I thought I’d lost forever. Only this time, I appreciated every moment a little more. What once felt like the end of my story became the beginning of something I had always dreamed of.

I earned my first professional contract.

From my first professional strikeout, to my first win, to my first save… those moments meant more than any number on a stat sheet. They represented every setback, every sacrifice, every prayer, and every moment I refused to give up. Looking back, the greatest thing baseball ever gave me wasn’t a scholarship, a contract, or an accomplishment. It was the person I became along the way.
I used to think the hardest pitch I’d ever throw would be one with the game on the line. But now I realize it was my last one. Not because I knew it would be my last, but because I didn’t.
One last time stepping on that mound. One last time looking in for a sign. One last time doing what I’ve loved for as long as I can remember. To my wife, family, coaches, teammates, and everyone who believed in me along the way, thank you. You made this dream possible. And to the game of baseball, thank you for the highest highs, the lowest lows, the lifelong friendships, and the second chance I never thought I’d get. Thank you

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2026 Pioneer League Best Arsenal Award Winner: Omar Serrano, P, Modesto Roadsters

Serrano’s arsenal generated tons of swings and misses all season long. His five-pitch mix kept hitters off balance by disrupting timing and changing eye levels. By consistently attacking the zone and missing bats, he led the league in strikeouts.

Congratulations to Omar Serrano on a fantastic season!

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⚾Highlight Video! 🎉

We had such a great time watching our first responders out on the field! We hope you did too! Thank you for all the support to those who made this game possible!

Some of the proceeds from this game went to our youth programs! Thank you for supporting the youth in our community!

@modestofiredept @stancosheriff @modroadsters @stancodsa @modesto_firefighters @drl.productions

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Charity Baseball Game Raises More Than $1,000 for the Police Activities League

Deputies with the Sheriff’s Office recently joined the Modesto Fire Department for a charity baseball game benefiting the Police Activities League (PAL).

While we came up a little short on the scoreboard, the event was a success, raising more than $1,000 to support community events and programs that benefit youth in our community.

We are grateful to our friends at the Modesto Fire Department for participating in this fun and meaningful event. While their time at the firehouse may have given them a slight advantage on the field, we appreciate their continued partnership and commitment to serving our community.

A special thank you to the Modesto Roadsters for hosting and assisting with the event. Performance Advantage donated three dozen baseballs, Play It Again Sports donated bats and helmets, the Sheriff’s Posse donated jerseys, Mountain Mike’s Pizza donated pizzas for both dugouts, SSK9 donated uniforms, SWAT covered the cost of the umpires, and Crescent donated hats and embroidery. Your support helped make this fundraiser possible.

Thank you to everyone who participated, attended, and supported this great cause. Together, we are helping create positive opportunities and experiences for the youth in our community.

#StanCoSheriff #StanCounty

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@pioneerbaseballleague 2026 Season⚾️
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#pioneerbaseballleague #baseball #sportsphotography #baseballphotography

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⚾️ Modesto Fire vs Stanislaus County Sheriff's! ⚾️

Charity Baseball Game!

First fundraiser of its kind! 50% of all proceeds during this game went to Stanislaus County PAL and their youth programs! Family, friends, and the community showed up to watch a fun game of baseball with your local first responders at bat!

Teams volunteered their time to bring you this amazing game! Thank you to the Modesto Roadsters for hosting this fundraising event! @modroadsters

The photos from this event can be seen by scanning the QR Code or going to:

www.drlproductions.pixieset.com/firevssheriff

@modestofiredept @modesto_firefighters
@stanislauspal @stancosheriff

This photography coverage is courtesy of Stanislaus County PAL. DRL Productions is not affiliated with any agency.

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2026 Pioneer League Pitchability Award Winner: Omar Serrano, RHP, Modesto Roadsters

The Roadsters right-hander dominated all season through a devastating repertoire that kept hitters completely off balance. Serrano mixed his fastball with an elite velocity-separated changeup and curveball, forcing constant adjustments. His fastball found all four corners, his changeup dropped away from lefties and his curveball induced strikeouts for strikes or chase swings in the dirt against righties. Add in his slider earning soft contact on top of more swing and miss stuff and you’re looking at quality top to bottom.

Congratulations to Omar Serrano on an elite season!

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While working with @modroadsters this summer, I had the pleasure of catching @girlssmashguitars live, and WOW, these girls know how to put on a show! 🎸🔥

So much energy, so much talent, and such a fun performance to capture. I’m really glad I had my camera in hand for this one. 📸🤘

Definitely keep an eye on @girlssmashguitars. I have a feeling we’ll be seeing a lot more of them. ❤️🎶

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🔥 Congratulations to the pitchers named to the 2026 Pioneer Baseball League All-Star Team!

From frontline starters to dominant late-inning arms, this group delivered some of the league’s top performances on the mound all season long.

Well earned, fellas!

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So it sounds like the Pioneer League is folding the Freebirds for 2027. They will be a summer college league going forward. As a fan, this takes away the nearby PBL team, which sucks. It was one of my favorite things to do and my girls enjoyed it too. Looking at it from a business standpoint, the attendance wasn’t good enough to warrant keeping the team going. Plain and simple unfortunately. It was great while it lasted. Maybe this is all fake news but makes too much sense to not be real.
My “new” home PBL team will be Modesto, which was my original minor league home team growing up in Modesto. A lot of great memories at John Thurman, so will get to add to them. It’s a longer drive but at least I can still make games without needing to fly. Of course, I will still plan to make trips out to Ogden and ID Falls as well as the others I haven’t visited.

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Pioneer League Best Arsenal Award Finalists

These finalists stood out for the strength and depth of their repertoires, combining multiple quality offerings with strong physical traits, hitter response and the ability to attack hitters in different ways throughout the season.

Winner announced October 7th.

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Stanislaus County, mark your calendars!

Join the Stanislaus County Sheriff’s Office and Modesto Firefighters for an afternoon of baseball, friendly competition, and community support.

Saturday, October 3
Modern Woodmen Field | Modesto
Gates Open: 11:00 a.m.
First Pitch: 1:05 p.m.
Tickets: $10

Enjoy an afternoon of: Exciting baseball action, Family-friendly entertainment, Full concessions, Friendly competition between local first responders

50% of all proceeds will benefit Stanislaus County PAL, helping provide recreation, sports, and after-school programs for local youth.

Tickets are available online or at the gate.

Bring the family, support our local first responders, and help make a difference in our community.

We’ll see you at the ballpark! ⚾️

#StanCoSheriff #StanCounty

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