The new team hats are embroidered with the No. 3, memorializing teammate Ty Drinkard who died in a car wreck in 2020.

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Baldwin County High School Baseball debuted new gear this year which honors the memory of a teammate.
The new team hats are embroidered with the No. 3, memorializing teammate Ty Drinkard who died in a car wreck in 2020.
"It isn't just a hat. It represents so much more — all the work these guys put in during the off season and sacrifices they continue to make to earn this hat," said Coach Zeb Hilburn. "With that No. 3 on the side of their hat, that special hat, Ty will be right there with them the entire season of every game, inning, and pitch. An important reminder to not take the opportunity of playing baseball or life for granted."
Drinkard would be a senior this year at Baldwin County High School. His mom Daphne Stamps said she was truly touched by the gesture.
"I can't explain how special tonight was for me. We were presented this year's baseball hats with No. 3 on the side. It really means the world to me," she said. "I have watched these young men play ball since they were small boys. I'm excited to watch them play their senior year, not only for Ty, but for themselves. Huge thanks to Coach Zeb Hilburn, Amanda Hines Hilburn, and all the players. Ty is with each and every one of you."
She went on to encourage the team members to "enjoy every game and play like it was their last game."
BCHS Baseball will kick off its season with the Jerry Wright Barbecue and Alumni Day, set for Feb. 5 at the school field. The regular season will begin Feb. 17 with a match-up against Citronelle.
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