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WINNING WITH WOOD
The Eagles go undefeated in capturing their second straight Northeast Wood Bat Closer Tournament Championship. The tournament, played over two weekends due to bad weather, highlighted the Eagles strong pitching and defense. Games one and two were 1 hit shutouts pitched by Ryan and Chris. The semi fianls and finals saw John and Ben continue the Eagles strong pitching performances. The Eagles gave up 5 runs over four games. Great end to a fine season.
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COLUMBUS DAY BASH
The Eagles soared into the finals of the Columbus Day Bash Tournament in Reading, Pa. with a record of 4-0 where they ran into an extremely talented NY Gothams team and were defeated by the score of 7-1. The Eagles showed tremendous heart by coming from behind in the Quarter Finals (4-3)and the Semi Finals (9-1).
In the quarterfinals the Eagles tied the score in the bottom of the 7th inning when Reyes scored on a passed ball. In the bottom of the 9th inning the Eagles loaded the bases with no outs and Reyes drew a walk to drive in the winning run. In the semifinals with the score tied 1-1 heading into the bottom of the 6th inning the Eagles exploded for 8 runs to give Ben a well deserved win for keeping the Eagles in the game until the bats came alive. In the finals the Eagles hung tough aganist an elite opponent and were in the game until the very end. It was a great and exciting weekend of baseball.
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LABORING ON LABOR DAY
Eagles grounded by bad weather in Labor Day Tournament at Baseball Heaven. Through the fog, wind and rain the Eagles lost both games to eventual finalists LI Cobras and Team Mizuno on Sat. Eagles rebounded in the nice weather on Sunday and after winning game one in the afternoon were only one win away from advancing to the semifinals. Unfortunately, the Eagles were defeated by the East Meadow Mustangs.
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ROBBED IN REHOBOTH
The Eagles were robbed of victory in a semi-final battle aganist the top seeded Delaware Shorebirds (black)in the Firecracker Open at Sports At The Beach in Rehoboth Beach, Delaware. A close play at first, only according to the umpires, prevented the Eagles from taking the lead and possible victory. As a result of the "bad call"
the game went into extra innings.
After a great play at the plate that extended the game further the Eagles got the lead off man on in the top of the 8th but could not get him in. In the bottom of the 8th after two were out the Eagles ended a long hot weekend by letting in the winning run. A single followed by a triple down the left field line was the difference as the Eagles lost 5-4.
Despite a successful run to the tournament semi-finals, which included some great baseball, the Eagles were disappointed that the game and tournament were tarnished by some highly questionable calls.
While the Eagles may have been robbed at the field they nonetheless ROCKED Rehoboth Beach for 4 days and 3 nights. Caped off by a fireworks show on July 2. The boardwalk was alive with Eagles flying from one place to another shouting "dirty ball","shooter", "shot". A great time was had by all.
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BATTLIN' IN BROOKHAVEN, LI (MAY 27-29)
The Eagles win the Triple Crown Memorial Day Classic in Brookhaven. After going 3-1 in the preliminary round the Eagles soar through the semifinals and finals by scores of 5-3 and 1-0. Great pitching by Ethan in the championship game along with stellar defense were the keys to victory. It was a long, hot and draining weekend (6 games) but the Eagles hung tough and claimed their first Tournament victory of the season. Great job by all. Including all those parents who helped with food and beverages on sunday and monday, especially Margie (sun - chicken and rice) and Lisa (monday - leftovers and pizza). Special thanks to Sal for the tent and tarps to keep us all cool.
It's on to North Branford, Ct for our next tournament
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HITLESS IN HAMBURG, PA (May 13/14)
The Eagles scored 5 runs in 3 games in failing to reach the Semi-Finals of the 18 team Mother's Day Classic in Hamburg, Pa. Game 1: Eagles lead 3-1 going into the bottom of the 7th inning behind the fine pitching of John when the Keystone Nationals (finalist) erupted for 3 runs on 5 straight opposite field hits to win the game. Game 2: Behind the great pitching of Chris and a well executed safety squeeze by Joey the Eagles prevail over the Pennsylvania Predators 1-0 (semi-finalist) Game 3: With the semi-finals in the offering as a result of two well played and low scoring games the Eagles are defeated by the Montco Mustangs Baseball Club 8-1 (semi-finalist). It was a disappointing end to a fine weekend of baseball but at least the men received new team jackets - thanks Sam. But wasn't it Mother's Day? All 3 teams the Eagles played made the final four (semi-finals). The Hunterdon Hitman defeated the Keystone Nationals 2-1 in the Championship Game.
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BATTERED IN BRANFORD, CT
Despite making it to the quarterfinals of the Northeast Territory Cup Championships in North Branford, Ct. the Eagles had a terrible weekend of baseball - but the rest of it was great, except for the mystery photographer. A weekend of bad baseball is still better than a weekend without baseball, correct?
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ANGUISH IN ALLENTOWN
The Eagles suffer a hearbreaking 8-7 defeat in the quarter-finals of the ECTB April Fools Classic in Allentown, Pa. to finalist/runner up DDA Baseball Club. The Eagles led 7-2 going into the bottom of the 5th inning but could not hold on as DDA took the lead in the bottom of the 6th innning on a two out two strike opposite field base hit.
The Eagles mounted a come back in the top of the seventh inning but could not get Nick L. in from second base with no outs.
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2005 TRIPLE CROWN WOOD BAT SEASON CLOSER TOURNEY
The Eagles Concluded Their inaugural season by Winning The Northeast Closer Wood Bat Tournament in North Branford Connecticut. Congratulations to all for a job well Done!
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