Cavaliers Gear Up for State Playoff Run
The St. Thomas More Cavaliers enter the state playoffs as the No. 2 seed, earning a first‑round bye that positions them favorably in the bracket. Head coach Tim Schultz, who has guided the program for six seasons, stresses a philosophy built on relentless defense and disciplined hitting, a formula that has taken the team to a 20‑6 regular‑season record. The Cavaliers captured the Metro Classic Conference title outright, finishing the schedule with a balanced attack and a pitching staff that has been among the league’s most stingy. Outfielder Luke Mrazek, pitcher Ethan Rudolph and senior shortstop Brayden Alivo headline a core group that blends experience with youthful vigor, each aware that the stakes extend beyond a single game. Rudolph arrives undefeated at 7‑0, his confidence bolstered by a track record that includes a shutout earlier this month, while Mrazek focuses on maintaining his swing’s sharpness for the postseason. Alivo carries the memory of a 2023 state‑championship loss in 11 innings to Denmark, a defeat that has become a rallying point for a squad determined to return to the title game and finish the job. With the championship on the horizon, the Cavaliers are poised to translate their regular‑season momentum into a deep playoff run, aiming to bring a title back to St. Thomas More.