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Panama City Today
By the People, for the People
Arnold Baseball Off to Historic Start
Panama City team credits new coach for program's best-ever opening record
Apr. 13, 2026 at 3:39pm
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A cubist interpretation of the high-energy action on the baseball diamond as Arnold High School's team continues its historic run.Panama City TodayArnold High School's baseball team in Panama City Beach, Florida is off to an 8-3 start, the best opening record in the program's history. Under first-year head coach Chris Jones, the team has outscored opponents by more than 50 runs, showcasing an impressive offensive and defensive performance. Players credit Jones' ability to bring the team together and instill a winning mentality as key factors in their early-season success.
Why it matters
Arnold High School's baseball program has historically struggled, making their current record-breaking start all the more impressive. The team's success this season highlights the impact a new coach can have in uniting a group of players and elevating the program to new heights.
The details
Arnold High School's baseball team has jumped out to an 8-3 start, the best opening record in the program's history. Under first-year head coach Chris Jones, the team has outscored opponents by more than 50 runs, showcasing an impressive offensive and defensive performance. Players credit Jones' ability to bring the team together and instill a winning mentality as key factors in their early-season success.
- Arnold High School's baseball team is currently 8-3 on the season, the best start in program history.
- The team will face Mosley High School in the upcoming Panama City Invitational on Thursday.
The players
Arnold High School
A high school located in Panama City Beach, Florida with a historically struggling baseball program.
Chris Jones
The first-year head coach of the Arnold High School baseball team who has helped guide the team to its best start in program history.
What’s next
The Arnold High School baseball team will face off against Mosley High School in the upcoming Panama City Invitational on Thursday.
The takeaway
Arnold High School's baseball team has defied expectations this season, posting the best start in program history under the leadership of new coach Chris Jones. This turnaround highlights the transformative impact a coach can have in uniting a team and instilling a winning culture, even for a historically struggling program.
