BACK ON THE FIELD: Varsity Baseball

This is part of a series of sports features on teams when they begin their seasons.

Who’s gone: Tyler Summerbell, Brady Thomas, Taylor Ward, Tim Frances

Team Members: 15

Athletes to watch: Devin Tucker, Conor Murphy, Tyler Dowden

First game: Feb. 26, O’Connor at Centex Invitational Tournament at Westwood, 12 p.m.

First district game: March 17 against Pflugerville, 7 p.m.

Thoughts from last season: “It was a good learning experience and we all grew as teammates and we’ll do way better this season.” –Conor Murphy

Thoughts for district: “Exceptional competition like last year. [It’s] nice that we don’t have to travel very far. The kids get to experience new opportunities.” – coach Paul Cochran

Toughest opponents: Round Rock and Cedar Park

Expectations for season: The Raiders will come ready to play each week, looking to have strong hitting and pitching over their new district competition.