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Phillies fire Manuel, promote Sandberg
Phillies Manuel Fired Heal WEB
Former Philadelphia Phillies manager Charlie Manuel talks to reporters as general manager Ruben Amaro Jr. listens during a news conference on Friday in Philadelphia. - photo by Associated Press
ROB MAADDI
AP Sports Writer
Published: Aug 17, 2013, 2:17 AM
PHILADELPHIA — With Charlie Manuel seated to his left, Ruben Amaro Jr. broke down in tears after announcing he fired his manager. It was that emotional for the team's general manager and many others associated with the Philadelphia Phillies. Manuel was let go Friday after a disastrous second half, ending the most successful run in club history.
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Professional Eye Care of Statesboro presents Prep Sports Spotlight
Aubrey Smith – Senior, Shortstop, Statesboro
Aubrey Smith
Aubrey Smith
JOSH AUBREY/staff
jaubrey@statesboroherald.com
Published: Mar 9, 2025, 2:21 PM

The Statesboro Blue Devils are off to a 3-1 mark in region play as they try and make a run in a difficult baseball region.

One player first year head coach Zac Clark is looking to for leadership off the field, and play on the field is senior shortstop Aubrey Smith.

 “Aubrey made the transition this year from second base to shortstop,” Clark said. “He has worked really hard and bought into it. He has really taken command of the infield and I am super excited to have him over there.

“He is also our leadoff hitter and has one of the highest batting averages on the team. He is also someone we turn to for help us as a leader as well.”

“At first I thought moving over to short would be a huge change, but I feel like I have adapted,” Smith said. “It’s a little longer throw, but I feel like I can make it without a problem.

“We don’t have a lot of seniors this year so a lot of these guys look up to me and I am trying to be there for them when they need me.”