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    Please Note - Uniform Changes!

    Players should wear BLACK jerseys and BLACK pants Friday July 29th in Kenosha, WI.


    Players should wear WHITE jerseys and WHITE pants Saturday July 30th in Kenosha, WI.

    Players should wear BLACK jerseys and BLACK pants on Sunday July 31st in Kenosha, WI.



    THIS MEANS WE WILL WEAR JERSEYS EVERY GAME!


    Thanks, kid
    by J. Kyle
    Published: Baseball Almanac (2003)

    Thanks kid for being the reason,
    I get to coach another season.
    Who was more nervous that very first day?
    You just learning, or me who must teach you to play.

    Out on the diamond I feel like a kid again,
    Yet after each practice and game my age settles back in.
    My muscles would ache and bones feel sore,
    A little ice and some ointment and I’m better than before.

    A few moments each game I would steal far away,
    Back to a time when I could still play.
    The boyhood memories came rushing back in,
    Just like a good slider complete with the spin.

    That ol’ team was a rough and tumble bunch,
    We would play all day and never eat lunch.
    We would play anyone, anytime, anywhere,
    But no other team could give us a scare.

    That old sandlot is still there today,
    Now sadly the boys no longer come to play.
    The grass grows tall where home plate once stood,
    A long forgotten landmark in the old neighborhood.

    “Coach, hey Coach” I hear from a place far, far away,
    “Are you going to pitch to me sometime today?”
    Suddenly, I am standing back on the mound,
    Surrounded by my players just milling around.

    I am back to the game, with you at last,
    My boyhood memories tucked back in the past.
    “Hey Coach, everything alright” I am asked with a grin,
    “Just perfect kid. Hey, thanks again.”



    ... and the ChicaGo Roos were formed.
     In January of 2003 Jose Munoz and Terry O'Donnell assembled an All Star team of baseball players that excited many with their skills and potential. In retrospect many felt this team would have enjoyed more success had they faced better competition sooner. With this in mind and an uncertain future at area house leagues, the coaches proposed keeping most members of the team intact and becoming an independent travel only team. In July of that same year, on the trip to Photo Day, Terry O'Donnell had a conversation with David O'Connell. David expounded upon an idea of his to name a team the Kangaroos. O'D transposed the name to the ChicaGo Roos and brought it to the other coaches. The name was embraced and we set out to evolve into our new entity. William A. Feliciano Sr. then agreed to join the team as Head Coach, bringing a vast knowledge of the game. Many challenges lie ahead and we'll meet them head on, persevere and succeed. Join us, it's going to be a great journey!

    2005 Chicago Roos
    Front Row:(from left)Joey, Jordan, Billy, Kuka, Alex, Frank Jr., Nick

    Back Row: Jose, Steve, Willie, Terry, Luis, Brian, Anthony, Frank Sr.




    Quote of the Day

    July 29, 2005 --- "Time is a sort of river of passing events, and strong is its current; no sooner is a thing brought to sight than it is swept by and another takes its place, and this too will be swept away."


    -- Marcus Aurelius(121 A.D. - 180 A.D.), Roman Emperor and Philosopher






    Roos on TV!

    The team extends a grateful thank you to Mr. Steve Brauntuch for the video story he did about the Roos late last month. It was a positive and balanced view of the Roos and our players. It aired on Friday June 17th. It was part of the Medill Report broadcast at 6:30 PM on WYCC, local channel 20. The team would appreciate anyone who recorded the Roos segment of the show to contact the team. We would then produce copies for interested team members.



    Don't Panic!
         "Look at misfortune the same way you look at success - Don't Panic! Do your best and forget the consequences."
    --Walter Alston, HOF Dodger Manager
    The Roos got off to a rocky start, but didn't panic, and are picking up steam. Hang in there, Roos faithful, the best is yet to come!

    Contemplations of Roos
         Click on 'Contemplations of Roos' and contemplate with us on the mysteries of life compiled by Coach O'D.

    Here Come the ChicaGo ROOS!
         The ChicaGo Roos are an independent 13yo traveling baseball team from the heart of Chicago. We have an opening for an exceptional player. Contact our General Manager Terry O'Donnell to try out.


    2005 World Series
    Congratulations to the
    Chicago White Sox
    World Series Champions!!


    2006 Chicago Roos Roster
    The 2006 Chicago Roos roster is now complete. There are no open roster spots.


    Firecracker Schedule Announced
    The schedule for the 2nd Annual Firecracker Invitational tournament has been announced. The Roos are scheduled to begin on Thursday June 29th on Plainfield High School's Freshman field at 6:00 PM against the Plainfield American Legion Post 1080 Junior level squad. Friday is an off day with the tournament resuming for the Roos on Saturday morning at Renwick park in the first of two games, the first at 10:00 AM, the second at 2:00 PM. Sunday is reserved for playoffs. Monday would be a rain date.


    Who Are the Roos?
    The Chicago Roos are a sixteen year old team only. We are not part of any organization of other teams or ages. We do not belong to any league. We are a competitive tournament team playing at the sixteen year old level. To seek a team for a player, the best sources are: eteamz.com , usasportsrankings.com and glyse.com. Good luck to all.




    Help Roos Players Succeed

    The 2005 ChicaGo Roos are in need of financial assistance. Contact Terry O'Donnell today to donate or help the Roos continue their quest for success. Potential sponsors are encouraged to contact:
    Terry O'Donnell
    (773) 545-1792
    or at:
    chicagoroosbaseballclub@yahoo.com

    The ChicaGo Roos are an independent travel baseball team that will play as 14U in 2005.



    Don't Wait ... Get Involved and Help!
         " A hundred years from now, it will not matter what our bank account was, the sort of house we lived in, or the kind of car we drove ... but the world may be different because we were important in the life of a child."





    Tryouts
    December 8, 2004 --

    The ChicaGo Roos, ranked 16th in Illinois as 13 year olds, are looking for one or more players interested in competing at the elite level as 14 year olds. The Roos expect to play 80+ games in total in 2005,including a 26 game schedule in the Suburban Power Baseball League, Illinois' top travel league for 14 year olds (players may not turn fifteen before August 1, 2005). Games will be played at some of the best venues (fields) in the ChicaGo area. Additionally, the Roos will play in at least ten tournaments, some out of town. Click on "2005 Roos Online Forms" in column on left and fill out and submit "Player Application," or, call Terry O'Donnell at 773-545-1792 for more information. Terry can also be reached in an email by clicking on "Email" icon at the bottom of the left hand column.





    Hitting Instruction Begins January 8th

    Chris Hall Is Coming to the Roos!
    Players, be ready to focus and develop at the plate. Coach Hall is known for his concentration and attention to detail. This is a tremendous opportunity for Roos players to work with the premier high school hitting coach in the ChicaGo area. Hitting instruction begins January 8th at 12:00 noon in St. Mary's Hospital Gymnasium. Click on Chris Hall in left hand column to learn more about him. Be ready!





    Did You Know?

    Did you know that Hack Wilson (ChicaGo Cubs)had more runs batted in during the 1930 season (191) than some teams have had during an entire season?



    Current ROOS Parent Advisory Committee
         Chairwoman - Mrs. Ann O'Connell Parent
    Secretary - Mr. Terrence O'Donnell Parent/General Manager
    Mr. Jose Munoz Parent/Coach
    Mr. Ivan Medina Executive Director of Onward House
    The Roos Parent Advisory Committee schedules meetings to decide on goals, review performance and provide direction for the team.



    FAREWELL

    We've been thinking about the end of the season for the last few weeks. Yet today we must consider ourselves lucky. We have been in different ballparks all year, had our ups and downs and have never received anything but kindness and encouragement from all you fans.

    Look at these grand fellows. Which of you wouldn't consider it the highlight of a career just to associate with them for even one day? Sure, we're lucky. Who wouldn't consider it an honor to have known Luis Colon, Anthony Feliciano, Frank Hill, Nick Kacheris, Alex Kopf, Steve and Willie Martinez, Brian Mullen, Joey Munoz, Billy O'Donnell and Jordan Schleichkorn? Let's not forget all that Kuka and the coaches did. We also had the chance to play with John Kinsler, Jack Cinoman, Kane Hernandez and Alex Bolling. To have spent most of the year with these wonderful people and to have spent the tournament times together? Sure, we're lucky.

    We salute all the fathers and mothers who work so their children can have an education and build their lives - it's a blessing. And when these young men have teammates who have been behind them every day and shown so much courage - those are the finest times that can be.

    In closing, we say that leaving may be a tough break, but we have an awful lot to be thankful for.





    Roos in Omaha

    The Roos finally embark on their annual trip to Omaha, NE today. Players and their parents should call Terry on his cell phone when they arrive at the hotel, regardless of time. Expect to be assigned an early morning game on Thursday. The team has requested a later start, but it is not guaranteed. The Roos will hold team meetings tonight after Terry and José have received our schedule and directions to fields.

    The team will attend one game of the NCAA College World Series together. The game to be attended will be determined on Thursday, after our game.



    2005 Roos

    Luis ColonAnthony Feliciano Jr.

    Frank Hill Jr.Nick Kacheris

    Alex KopfSteve Martinez

    Willie MartinezBrian Mullen

    Joey Munoz Jr.Billy O'Donnell

    Jordan Schleichkorn

     Isabel "Kuka" O'Donnell



    2005 Season




    Date

    W/L

    Score

    Opponent

    Site

    4/7

    T

    18-18

    Windy City Wildcats

    RCHS

    4/9

    L

    10-4

    Hoffman Heat

    Hoffman Estates

    4/9

    L

    10-1

    Hoffman Heat

    Hoffman Estates

    4/10

    L

    12-4

    Barrington Big Red

    Barrington HS

    4/10

    L

    5-4

    Barrington Big Red

    Barrington HS

    4/14

    L

    5-2

    EP Yellow Jackets

    Duffy Park

    4/16

    L

    10-4

    Menomonee Clubbers

    UIC

    4/17

    L

    5-2

    Norridge Young Guns

    NDHS

    4/17

    L

    14-10

    Norridge Young Guns

    NDHS

    4/19

    L

    5-1

    Berwyn Bulldogs

    Baseball Alley

    4/24

    L

    11-1

    Schaumburg Lightning

    Ho Chunk

    4/24

    W

    16-4

    Mokena Blaze

    Ho Chunk

    4/28

    L

    11-7

    Prairie Gravel

    Pleasant Dale

    5/1

    W

    10-9

    Mundelein Jr. Mustangs

    Mundelein

    5/1

    L

    9-5

    Mundelein Jr. Mustangs

    Mundelein

    5/5

    L

    14-4

    Menomonee Clubbers

    UIC

    5/7

    L

    19-4

    Schaumburg Redhawks

    Brandenburg

    5/7

    L

    18-2

    Schaumburg Redhawks

    Brandenburg

    5/10

    L

    15-7

    Bartlett Hawks

    Steinmetz

    5/15

    W

    8-3

    Chicago Cobras

    De La Salle

    5/17

    W

    5-3

    E P Yellow Jackets

    Steinmetz

    5/21

    L

    15-5

    Naperville Hurricanes

    IIT

    5/21

    W

    9-6

    Plainfield Firebirds

    IIT

    5/23

    L

    15-4

    Schaumburg Seminoles

    Brandenburg

    5/25

    L

    12-8

    Lake Zurich Cougars

    Steinmetz

    5/28

    W

    10-7

    Barnstormer Storm

    WBSA

    5/28

    L

    9-8

    Quad City A’s

    WBSA

    5/29

    W

    9-7

    Rock Island Red Sox

    WBSA

    5/29

    W

    4-1

    Rock Island Red Sox

    WBSA

    5/30

    W

    17-2

    White Rock Dragons

    WBSA

    5/30

    L

    10-8

    Bettendorf Diamond Kings

    WBSA

    6/4

    L

    16-2

    Chicago Cobras

    Olympic Park

    6/4

    L

    10-4

    Northwest Travelers

    Olympic Park

    6/5

    L

    12-8

    TnT Titans

    Olympic Park

    6/5

    W

    7-0

    Evanston Stars

    Forfeit

    6/9

    L

    9-5

    Crystal Lake Bombers

    Steinmetz

    6/12

    L

    10-0

    Lake Zurich Cougars

    Crystal Lake HS

    6/12

    L

    5-2

    McHenry Cty Hurricanes

    Crystal Lake HS

    6/15

    W

    8-6

    Windy City Wildcats

    Steinmetz

    6/18

    L

    15-3

    Arlington Longshots

    Matsie Field

    6/18

    L

    10-3

    Arlington Longshots

    Matsie Field

    6/20

    L

    11-3

    Bartlett Hawks

    Streamwood

    6/23

    L

    10-2

    NJ Generals

    Omaha

    6/24

    W

    5-1

    Carol Stream Heat

    Omaha

    6/24

    W

    5-3

    LaCrosse B&G Club

    Omaha

    6/25

    L

    9-1

    Bergen Thunder

    Omaha

    6/26

    W

    7-0

    MVP Travelers

    Forfeit

    6/29

    L

    11-6

    Chicago Cobras

    Steinmetz

    7/5

    L

    8-2

    Schaumburg Redhawks

    Brandenburg

    7/6

    W

    6-4

    Chicago Cobras

    Armour Park

    7/9

    L

    17-1

    Indiana Playmakers

    Ho Chunk

    7/9

    W

    8-3

    Triple Crown Chargers

    Ho Chunk

    7/10

    L

    15-4

    Valparaiso Patriots

    Ho Chunk

    7/12

    W

    16-12

    E P Yellow Jackets

    Duffy Park

    7/16

    L

    5-3

    Naperville Renegades Nat.

    Ho Chunk

    7/16

    L

    8-4

    GABA Hawks

    Ho Chunk

    7/17

    L

    7-0

    Naperville Renegades Amer.

    		Forfeit

    7/18

    L

    6-1

    Schaumburg Redhawks

    Brandenburg

    7/21

    L

    13-2

    Schaumburg Force

    Addison, IL

    7/23

    W

    17-4

    Northlake Braves

    Driscoll HS

    7/23

    L

    16-6

    Plainfield Firebirds

    Driscoll HS

    7/29

    L

    17-2

    Elk Grove Travelers

    Kenosha, WI

    7/30

    L

    3-2

    Fox Valley (WI)

    Kenosha, WI

    7/30

    L

    9-3

    Norridge Young Guns

    Kenosha, WI

    7/31

    L

    5-4

    Fox Valley (WI)

    Kenosha, WI






    Off-season Plans

    In 2004 the ChicaGo Roos began play as an independent travel baseball team. The Roos were fortunate enough to be accepted for membership in the prestigious Suburban Power Baseball League. The SPBL is comprised of ten of the top twenty teams as thirteen year olds in Illinois. Our record demonstrates the type of challenge we faced. In 2005, the SPBL will play as 14 year olds and add three new teams to the league. Two of these teams were also ranked in Illinois’ top ten as 13-year-old teams to make the SPBL the most competitive and challenging league for 14 year olds in Illinois.

    Suburban travel baseball teams often hold an edge on teams from within the city. They usually have access to training facilities and funding that is difficult to replicate for a team from the city. Travel teams also routinely work on baseball practically year round. While this would seem to point toward burnout, many players and their families eagerly sign on for this type of commitment. The Roos regard these facts as more challenges to be overcome. The team is taking steps to provide team members with training equal to what suburban teams acquire for their players. There will be extra costs involved, but the team, as always, will balance team needs with families’ financial abilities.

    The Roos plan for their players to be well-rounded individuals, competing in arenas beyond baseball. We also know that to be competitive with suburban baseball teams and in keeping with the philosophy of the Roos, there are certain roads we need to follow.

    The Roos have access to the gymnasium of St. Mary’s Hospital on Saturday afternoons from 12:00 noon until 3:00 PM. Roos team members are involved in baseball hitting and pitching workouts to prepare for a challenging 2005 season in the Suburban Power Baseball League.

    The Roos look forward to meeting the challenges of 2005 and fulfilling the philosophical goal of preparing our young men for the next level of competitive baseball.






    Parents of 8th Grade Roos:

    • Many of the 2005 ChicaGo Roos are currently in 8th grade. Most schools hold extra activities for graduating 8th graders. The team wishes all graduating 8th graders to enjoy these rites of passage.

    · Players are not yet aware of the difficulties of scheduling and forget to alert the team of up-coming activities through school that will affect their availability for Roos games and/or tournaments.

    • Parents, please advise Terry O'Donnell, team Manager, of all dates when your son will not be available, as soon as possible, so that the team does not schedule games or enter tournaments when the team will not have enough players to compete.



    Berwyn Bulldogs Fall Baseball Schedule will begin on September 12th. Times TBA
    Participating Teams Are:
    *Berwyn Bulldogs
    *ChicaGo Roos

    *Forest Park Knickerbockers
    *Latino Stars
    *Oak Park

    Sunday 9/12/04
    12:00 PM Latino Stars vs. Oak Park
    2:00 PM Forest Park vs. Berwyn Bulldogs
    4:00 PM ChicaGo Roos vs. Berwyn Bulldogs
    Sunday 9/19/04
    12:00 PM ChicaGo Roos vs. Forest Park
    2:00 PM Latino Stars vs. ChicaGo Roos

    4:00 PM Berwyn Bulldogs vs. Oak Park
    Sunday 9/26/04
    12:00 PM ChicaGo Roos vs. Oak Park
    2:00 PM Latino Stars vs. Forest Park
    4:00 PM Berwyn Bulldogs vs. Latino Stars
    Sunday 10/03/04
    12:00 PM Latino Stars vs. ChicaGo Roos

    2:00 PM Forest Park vs. Berwyn Bulldogs
    4:00 PM Oak Park vs. Forest Park
    Sunday 10/10/04
    12:00 PM Forest Park vs. Oak Park
    2:00 PM Oak Park vs. ChicaGo Roos

    4:00 PM Latino Stars vs. Berwyn Bulldogs
    Sunday 10/17/04
    12:00 PM Oak Park vs. Latino Stars
    2:00 PM Forest Park vs. ChicaGo Roos

    4:00 PM ChicaGo Roos vs. Berwyn Bulldogs
    Sunday 10/24/04
    12:00 PM Latino Stars vs. Forest Park
    2:00 PM Berwyn Bulldogs vs. Oak Park
    4:00 PM Berwyn Bulldogs vs. ChicaGo Roos

    Saturday 10/30/04
    10:00 AM Latino Stars vs. ChicaGo Roos

    12:00 PM Latino Stars vs. Forest Park
    2:00 PM Oak Park vs. Forest Park
    4:00 PM Oak Park vs. Berwyn Bulldogs
    Sunday, October 31st will be reserved for make up games.
    Pitchers are limited to three innings per game.
    Home team will be determined by coin flip for all games.
    Field Dimensions:
    60'6" Pitcher's rubber
    90' Bases







    AN END TO ERRORS 


    There actually is a way to eliminate all errors in baseball and all the 
    associated pressures – it is called playing safe. If our infield always plays really 
    deep, we are much less likely to be burned by a hard ground; it will slow some before 
    it gets to us. And if we take more time with throws to the bases, fewer balls will sail 
    off target. If our outfielders always slow up and take fly balls on an easy bounce 
    they are less likely to make a mistake on those near-impossible diving catches. If 
    our pitchers always put the ball over the middle of the plate, they won't walk any 
    batters and they won't hit any either.

  And if they don't try to throw so hard they 
    might not have as many wild pitches. If our catchers never call for curves or 
    off-speed pitches they won't have to try to block as many balls in the dirt. If our 
    batters only swing at the easy-to-read belt-high fastballs they will foul off far 
    fewer pitches. If our base runners never try to steal they won't get caught.


    Obviously this won't work. It might eliminate errors; it won't win ball games. 
    Baseball demands an odd mix of aggression and consistency. We have to take 
    chances but we also have to know which chances are worth taking.


    All players need to learn to shake off each error - forget the play as soon as it's 
    over and get ready for the next one.


    The Roos are a work in progress.  Several players have undertaken new positions 
    this year.  Some adaptations have taken longer than others.  The Roos are a very 
    talented and close group.  We will click and when we do …





    Baseball “No-Brainers” that can beat you every time!

    By Mike Buelow

    1.

    Getting picked off a base.

    2.

    Not sliding.

    3.

    Not knowing how many outs there are.

    4.

    Missing a signal or not executing at advancing a runner.

    5.

    Not throwing to a cutoff man from the outfield.

    6.

    Throwing to the wrong base (behind the runner).

    7.

    Not being able to get a sacrifice bunt down.

    8.

    Not backing up the play.

    9.

    Not calling for a fly ball.

    10.

    Taking a called third strike.

    11.

    Not getting the sure out.

    12.

    Not hustling all the time.

    13.

    Not being mentally prepared to play (and WIN!).



    Berwyn Bulldogs Fall Baseball
         Schedule for all teams participating in Berwyn Fall Baseball can be found by clicking on "Berwyn Fall Ball Schedule" in the left hand column.

    ChicaGo Roos Have Eyes on Tourneys!
         The ChicaGo Roos are looking to add a few competitive tournaments to our schedule for the 2004 season. Tourneys we've committed to so far can be found by clicking on RoosTournaments. Check them out!

    ChicaGo Roos in Chicago Parent Magazine

    The ChicaGo Roos, Brian Mullen, manager Terry O’Donnell, and his son Billy are prominently mentioned in an article in the March 2005 edition of Chicago Parent Magazine. The article explains some of the changing landscape for youth sports, which has taken hold in Illinois as well as across the country. The Roos are grateful to Mr. Jay Copp, the article's author, for his balanced view.
    Click here for Chicago Parent article.






    2005 Graduating Roos

    With admiration and affection, the 2005 ChicaGo Roos congratulate the following players on successful completion of elementary school.

    June 13th � Jose "Joey" Munoz - Northwest Middle School

    June 13th � William "Billy" O'Donnell - Smyser Accelerated School

    June 14th � Steve "Stevie" Martinez - Carl Von Lynne Elementary School

    The Roos bask in the glow of their bright futures.


    Magazine subscription sheets and monies collected are due!

    Sales Leaders

    Joey Munoz

    12 subscriptions

    Billy O'Donnell

    10 subscriptions

    Brian Mullen

    10 subscriptions

    Steve Martinez

    5 subscriptions

    Alex Kopf

    5 subscriptions

    Willie Martinez

    3 subscriptions

    Players, make sales to help your team!



    Roos Seeking Home Field

    Due to circumstances beyond the team’s control, the Roos are in need of a field large enough to hold a high school dimension game. The Roos are capable of paying a small stipend for this use. We are looking for approximately eight dates over April, May and June. Please contact Terry O’Donnell at chicago.roos@gmail.com with any suggestions.



    In 2004 the ChicaGo Roos began play as an independent travel baseball team. The Roos were fortunate enough to be accepted for membership in the prestigious Suburban Power Baseball League. The SPBL is comprised of ten of the top twenty teams as thirteen year olds in Illinois. Our record demonstrates the type of challenge we faced. In 2005, the SPBL will play as 14 year olds and add three new teams to the league. Two of these teams were also ranked in Illinois’ top ten as 13 year old teams to make the SPBL the most competitive and challenging league for 14 year olds in Illinois.

    Suburban travel baseball teams often hold an edge on teams from within the city. They usually have access to training facilities and funding that is difficult to replicate for a team from the city. Travel teams also routinely work on baseball practically year round. While this would seem to point toward burnout, many players and their families eagerly sign on for this type of commitment. The Roos regard these facts as more challenges to be overcome. The team is taking steps to provide team members with training equal to what suburban teams acquire for their players. There will be extra costs involved, but the team, as always, will balance team needs with families’ financial abilities.

    The Roos plan for their players to be well rounded individuals, competing in arenas beyond baseball. We also know that to be competitive with suburban baseball teams and in keeping with the philosophy of the Roos, there are certain roads we need to follow.

    Beginning in November of 2004, the Roos will have access to the gymnasium of St. Mary’s Hospital on Saturday afternoons from 12:00 noon until 3:00 PM. We are inviting all Roos to join their teammates during November for basketball and other non-baseball competitive fun on Saturday afternoons. Beginning in December, the Roos will begin off-season conditioning. Team members will stretch and participate in non-weight strength training, without disrupting families’ holiday plans. In January of 2005, Roos team members will begin baseball hitting and pitching workouts to prepare for a challenging 2005 season in the Suburban Power Baseball League.

    The Roos look forward to meeting the challenges of 2005 and fulfilling the philosophical goal of preparing our young men for the next level of competitive baseball.




    Omaha Trip a Success

    The Roos traveled to Omaha, NE to participate in the Super Series Network Crowne Series tournament. In addition to winning three games while losing two, the players earned entry into the Super Series Network Tournament of Champions and had a great time. Players swam, attended an NCAA College World Series game and bonded with each other.



    The 2005 Roos gratefully acknowledge the generous
    contributions of our Sponsors that have helped us achieve our dreams.
    J. Todd Weingart
    John Badrov
    KangaROOS Shoe Company
    DC Communications
    Turbo Shield, Inc.
    Jesse White
    D'Diaz Financial Corp
    Aqua Solutions
    Art In Stitches
    Loving Touch Daycare Providers
    Gerard G. Sullivan
    New Millennium Mortgage Company
    Armando Ortega Insurance Agency
    Mic & Matt Lighting
    Wm. & Jennifer Trage
    Timothy Aiossa
    Ryan Electrical Services, Inc.
    Ruben Omar Farias
    Desiree Strong
    Cabinets 4U Inc.
    Michael J. Dastych, Sr.
    Shanette L. Oneal
    Janice Derengowski
    Synergy Systems L.L.C.
    Environmental Maintenance Service, Inc.


    The 2004 Roos gratefully acknowledge the generous
    contributions of our Sponsors that have helped us achieve our dreams.


    S. Casey Platt
    Art In Stitches
    John J. Kiely
    D'Diaz Financial Corporation
    Turbo Shield, Incorporated
    John Tinnon
    San Lorenzo Sports Club
    J. Todd Weingart
    Michael J. Martin
    Gary Kinsler
    Jesse White
    Golden Brush Painting Company
    Armando Ortega Insurance Agency
    Thomas J. Dwyer
    Frank Gettridge
    Cabinets 4 U
    Michael & Lydia Friedman
    Terry Byrne









    Perception is Reality

    (A Tip for players entering high school level competition)

    The way you act is how others perceive you. The way you conduct yourself on a baseball field in practice and games goes a long way as coaches determine how you will benefit the team. Your talent level is what it is. You can improve your skill level and you can have a positive approach. It takes no talent to hustle.

    · Respect the game.

    · Play with class.

    · Take Pride in the way you play the game.

    · Show an aptitude to learn. (Be Coachable)

    · Understand that failure is a part of baseball and learn to react in a mature fashion.

    · Always try to contribute something positive to the team (no matter how small).

    Remember, you never know who is watching.





    Player Fees Due

    The Roos player fees are due.

    In order for the team to pay league fees on time, order uniforms for the 2005 season and begin entering 2005 tournaments, payments are required to be made when due. Check the 2005 Roos Calendar in column on the left for payment schedule.

    Contact Terry O'Donnell, Manager, with any questions.





    Special Recognition

    The Roos have been fortunate to have a volunteer each year as “bat-person.” This year the Roos welcome Isabel ‘Kuka’ O’Donnell to this role as well as scorekeeper. Isabel, a 12-year-old girl who did the original design for the team’s uniforms last year, is devoted to the Roos and her big brother Billy. The entire Roos family is grateful to ‘Kuka’ for all her contributions to the team.





    The 2005 ChicaGo Roos Suburban Power Baseball League schedule has been announced. Players and their families should check the schedule and/or the Roos Calendar for schedule conflicts and notify Terry O'Donnell





    Ty Cobb holds the best career batting average in Major League history at .366
    This means that he failed at the plate 63.3% of the time.
    Baseball is a game of failure.
    Successful players learn to deal with failure and leave it behind them.




    Upcoming Games ("Got Wood" tournament)

    Date:

    		Friday July 29, 2005

    Location:

    		Nash Park Kenosha, WI

    Game time:

    		10:00 AM

    Uniform:

    		ALL BLACK

    Opponent:

    		Elk Grove Travelers

    Date:

    		Saturday July 30, 2005

    Location:

    		Nash Park Kenosha, WI

    Game time:

    		9:00 AM

    Uniform:

    		ALL WHITE

    Opponent:

    		Fox Valley (Oshkosh, WI)

    Date:

    		Saturday July 30, 2005

    Location:

    		Nash Park Kenosha, WI

    Game time:

    		3:00 PM

    Uniform:

    		ALL WHITE

    Opponent:

    		Norridge Young Guns

    Date:

    		Sunday July 31, 2005

    Location:

    		Nash Park Kenosha, WI

    Game time:

    		TBD

    Uniform:

    		ALL BLACK

    Opponent:

    		TBD


    Magic Waters Outing
         August 15, 2003  --   Roos outing to Magic Waters Waterpark on Saturday August 21st can still be enjoyed. Bring $12.00 to McDonalds on Milwaukee Av. Saturday morning.

    The ChicaGo ROOS Parents Advisory Committee
         September 20, 2003  --   The ChicaGo Roos Parents Advisory Committee has scheduled a meeting for Friday evening at 6:30. Discussions will include training schedule, pricing and current available opportunities for the team. Contact Terry O'Donnell for details.

    Off-season Training
         October 24, 2003  --   The ChicaGo Roos training schedule is set. Check our calendar for dates and times. Click on Directions to find Play Ball Training Center.

    Roos Uniforms Unveiled!
         January 31, 2004  --   Roos uniforms have been distributed. Based on an original design by Isabel O'Donnell, Maria Gonzalez' Art In Stitches, a Roos sponsor, developed Roos new uniforms. Maria is well known for her expert construction, as well as innovative and creative design work. Uniforms will be unveiled to the rest of the world in April.

    Follow the Roos on USA SportRankings
         February 28, 2004  --   The ChicaGo Roos are now listed on USA Sports Rankings. Schedule is posted and results will be kept there as well as this site. Click on USA Sports Rankings in the left hand column for a link to USA Sports Rankings site. The Roos will be found listed in Illinois baseball 'boys' 13yo teams.

    USA Sports Rankings Preseason Rankings Are Available
         March 17, 2004  --   USA Sports Rankings first preseason rankings are available and can be viewed by clicking on USA Sports Rankings in the left hand column.

    Tournament Hotels Posted Here
         April 8, 2004  --   Contact Terry O'Donnell for specific information regarding who is expected to room with whom, the cost of rooms and directions. The following are the hotels and dates for which we have reservations:
    April 16th & April 17th - Four Points Sheraton in Rock Island, IL
    (Early Bird Classic)

    June 4th & 5th - Holiday Inn Express in Warsaw, IN
    (USSSA Qualifier)

    June 18th & 19th - Holiday Inn Convention Center in Moline, IL
    (Duel At The Diamonds)

    June 20th thru June 24th - Clarion Hotel West in Omaha, NE
    (Grand Slam III)

    July 16th & 17th - Fairfield Inn in Champaign, IL
    (Summer Scorcher)
    Directions to all hotels can be found at "Directions for Roos" in left hand menu column, this page.


    Suburban Power Baseball League Play Begins
         April 9, 2004  --   The ChicaGo Roos begin their inaugural season in the SPBL today with a doubleheader against the Lombard Launchers, ranked fourth in Illinois. Good Luck and Go Roos!

    New Directions for Tuesday's Game
         April 12, 2004  --   Directions given Saturday for tomorrows game were incorrect. Click on "Directions for Roos" in the left column and look for Brandenburg Park.

    Thanks
         June 6, 2004  --   The Roos would like to thank Mr. and Mrs. Todd Weingart for their gracious hospitality this weekend in Warsaw, Indiana. Their continued support has been a source of strength for the entire team.

    Hotel Plans Are Set for Moline/Omaha
         June 7, 2004  --   Contact Terry O'Donnell for any changes to room lists for the Moline/Omaha trip.

    2004 Graduates
         June 14, 2004  --   Three players are playing their final season as Roos because they are graduating this month. The team is very proud of these young men and wish them every success in their high school careers. At least two are expected to attend Roberto Clemente High School beginning in the fall. The three young men are:
    Ulises Ortiz
    Carlos Ruiz Jr.
    C. Orlando Luciano


    Moline/Omaha Trip
         June 25, 2004  --   The Roos made their way into the quarterfinals in Moline, finishing eighth. They just missed the semifinals in Omaha finishing fifth.

    Moline/Omaha Trip
         June 26, 2004  --   The Roos enjoyed success on their trip to Moline, IL and Omaha, NE. All the players are to be congratulated for their efforts. All team members behaved with class on and off the field. Photos can be viewed by clicking on Roos Albums in the left hand column under "Roos in Moline, Roos in Omaha and Roos at the CWS." The team extends its thanks to Mr. Bruce Boyer for doing a terrific job on all the pictures.

    Governor's Cup
         July 1, 2004  --   The Roos begin play today, Thursday July 1st in the USSSA Illinois State Championship, known as the Governor's Cup. The team will play four games in pool play over the next three days and the tournament playoffs take place on Sunday. All games will be played at the Lumberyard Complex in Bourbonnais, IL. Directions can be obtained by clicking on "Directions for Roos" in the left hand column.

    Congrats to Humboldt
         July 15, 2004  --   The Roos offer their most sincere congratulations to the Humboldt Park twelve year old All Stars on their electrifying win over HYBC in the district championship game. The Roos have several friends on the team and are very happy for them all.

    Try-outs for 2005
         July 20, 2004  --   The ChicaGo Roos are holding try outs during fall baseball 2004, looking to add several players for the 2005 season. All players need to provide:
    Copy of birth certificate
    Mailing address
    All telephone numbers Please contact Terry O'Donnell by phone (773) 545-1792 or email at chicagoroosbaseballclub@yahoo.com for information.

    As We Head into Fall ...
         August 7, 2004  --   As the Roos head toward the end of the spring/summer season and point towards fall baseball and next year, it's a good time to reflect about where we've been and where we're going.


    The Roos were formed because local house leagues did not offer the competition coaches felt these young men should play in order to improve their skills.


    In our first year as a travel team we faced innumerable challenges. The entire year was one of learning new ways of doing things and ways to get better. These lessons were not easy.


    As the season draws to a close the Roos prepare to say goodbye to teammates that will not be returning next year and welcome new teammates. To those that will not return for the 2005 season, we gratefully acknowledge their contributions and offer our thanks and best wishes for the future. To those that will come after them, welcome to our family.


    The 2005 season will again find the Roos in the Suburban Power Baseball League. We will venture forth into a variety of tournaments to battle for top spots. As we prepare over the fall and winter to face the challenges before us there are certain thoughts we will keep in mind:


    "The one key point about having the so- called 'great player' on a team - It doesn't mean a thing if he doesn't perform with the team in mind." -- John Madden


    "A player that makes a team great is more valuable than a great player."


    "Don't let winning make you soft. Don't let losing make you quit. Don't let your teammates down in any situation." -- Larry Bird


    "Spectacular achievements are always preceded by unspectacular preparation" -- Roger Staubach


    God, bless all once and future Roos.


    August Birthdays
         August 8, 2004  --   Happy birthday to Ulises (Aug. 1st) and Carlitos (Aug. 15th), both original members of the team.
    Happy birthday also to two mid-season additions that share the same birthday, Christian Ortiz and Harry Bloede (Aug. 9th)

    NOTE: 'Big Time' Tourney Charges Admissions
         August 13, 2004  --   The team has been contacted by the tournament director of the Menomonee Clubbers 'Big Time' tournament assessing the team the amount of admission for any and all parents that do not pay upon request. The tournament is a paid admission event. From this point a weekend pass (under 12 are free) is $5.00. Apparently the tournament does not collect upon arrival, but when they get around to it. Please note the team cannot be responsible for this admission price for anyone ... they are also charging the coaches!

    Fundraiser for 2005 Season
         August 14, 2004  --   Magazine Fundraiser sheets and collections ($) due on Saturday, November 6, 2004.


    During the Fall of 2004 the Roos will require all players to participate in a magazine subscription sales program. The purpose of the fundraiser is to provide operating funds for the team and hold extra costs to families to a minimum.
    Contact Terry O'Donnell, General Manager, for details.

    Fall Baseball 2004UPDATED!
         August 16, 2004  --   The ChicaGo Roos will be joining the Fall Baseball in Berwyn for 2004. We will play eight to ten games, depending on weather, beginning August 29,2004. Games will scheduled for Sunday afternoons and an occasionally Saturday. There will be no weekday games!
    All players will be issued a Roos game T-shirt and hooded sweatshirt early in the fall season.
    The cost of participating is $75.00 per player. Payment will be due to the team on August 21st.

    Contact Terry O’Donnell, General Manager, with any questions.
    Home: 773-545-1792
    Cell: 773-206-6898
    Email: chicagoroosbaseballclub@yahoo.com


    Gratefully Thank Our 2004 Sponsors
         August 27, 2004  --   The ChicaGo Roos Baseball Club gratefully acknowledge the contributions of our sponsors. Without the help of these contributors our inaugural season would not have been possible.
    S. Casey Platt
    Art In Stitches
    John J. Kiely
    D'Diaz Financial Corporation
    Turbo Shield, Incorporated
    John Tinnon
    San Lorenzo Sports Club
    J. Todd Weingart
    Michael J. Martin
    Gary Kinsler
    Jesse White
    Golden Brush Painting Company
    Armando Ortega Insurance Agency
    Thomas J. Dwyer
    Frank Gettridge
    Cabinets 4 U
    Michael & Lydia Friedman
    Terry Byrne

    Congratulations Ichiro
         October 1, 2004  --   The ChicaGo Roos congratulate Ichiro Suzuki for his tremendous accomplishment of today. Breaking George Sisler's eighty-four year old record for hits in a season clearly demonstrates incredible dedication to baseball.

    Happy Birthday
         October 18, 2004  --   The team wishes Billy O'Donnell a very Happy 14th Birthday Monday.

    Congratulations to Red Sox
         October 27, 2004  --   The ChicaGo Roos congratulate the Boston Red Sox on their spectacular play winning their first World Series in 86 years. To commemorate their accomplishment, Roos players will no longer be required to shave!

    November 23, 2004  --   Jonathan "Mikey" Rosario turns 13 on Tuesday. The Roos wish him a very happy birthday and many returns of the day!

    Roos 2004 Thanksgiving
         November 25, 2004  --   The ChicaGo Roos have much to be thankful for this year. We enjoyed competing in our first season as an elite travel baseball team. We were accepted for membership in the most competitive league for our age group in our home state. We improved and gave our best wherever we went. We’re thankful that our second season will be every bit as good and probably better. As always, we’re grateful for our health and hope for it to continue.

    Mostly, the ChicaGo Roos are thankful for our own 2005 family:
    The Boyer Family
    The Calderon Family
    The Colon Family
    The Feliciano Family
    The Irizarry Family
    The Kopf Family
    The Martinez Family
    The Mullen Family
    The Munoz Family
    The O’Connell Family
    The O’Donnell Family
    The Rosario Family
    … and for the families that were with us in 2004:
    The Bloede Family
    The Buenrostro Family
    The Luciano Family
    The Ortiz Family
    The Ruiz Family


    Happy Birthday
         December 9, 2004  --  

    The ChicaGo Roos Baseball Club wishes Brian Mullen a very happy 14th birthday today.  Brian is a new member of the Roos for 2005.







    A Roos Christmas
         December 24, 2004  --  

    Borrowed from …
    'Twas the Night Before Christmas
    (With apologies to Major Henry Livingston Jr.)






    'Twas the night before Christmas, when all through the house
    Not a creature was stirring, not even a mouse;
    The stockings were hung by the chimney with care,
    In hopes that the Roos soon would be there;

    The children were nestled all snug in their beds,
    While visions of baseball danced in their heads;
    And mamma in her 'kerchief, and I in my cap,
    Had just settled down for a long winter's nap,

    When out on the lawn there arose such a clatter,
    I sprang from the bed to see what was the matter.
    Away to the window I flew like a flash,
    Tore open the shutters and threw up the sash.

    The moon on the breast of the new-fallen snow
    Gave the luster of mid-day to objects below,
    When, what to my wondering eyes should appear,
    But a miniature sleigh, and ten tiny Roos,

    With a little (?), old driver, so lively and fleet,
    I knew in a moment it must be O’D.
    More rapid than eagles his Roos they came,
    And he whistled, and shouted, and called them by name:

    "Now, Joey! Now, Billy! Now, Willie and Alex!
    On, Anthony! On Stevie! On, Brian and Ivan!
    Come on, David and Eli!
    To the top of the porch! To the top of the wall!
    Now hop away! Hop away! Hop away all!"

    As dry leaves that before the wild hurricane fly,
    When they meet with an obstacle, mount to the sky,
    So up to the housetop the Roos they flew,
    With the sleigh full of bats, and O’D too.

    And then, in a twinkling, I heard on the roof
    The prancing and pawing of each spiked foot.
    As I drew in my hand, and was turning around,
    Down the chimney O’D came with a bound.

    He was dressed all in Roos-wear, from his head to his foot,
    And his clothes were all tarnished with field-dust and soot;
    A bundle of bats he had flung on his back,
    And he looked like a peddler just opening his pack.

    …

    Soon gave me to know I had nothing to dread;

    He spoke not a word, but went straight to his work,
    And filled all the stockings; then turned with a jerk,
    And laying his finger aside of his nose,
    And giving a nod, up the chimney he rose;

    He sprang to his sleigh, to the Roos gave a whistle,
    And away they all flew like the down of a thistle.
    But I heard him exclaim, ere he drove out of sight,
    "A Roos CHRISTMAS TO ALL, AND TO ALL A GOOD-NIGHT!"





    Condolences

         February 11, 2005  --  
    The Roos extend their condolences to
    Alex Kopf and his family
    on the loss of Alex's father.


    March 22, 2005  --   The ChicaGo Roos recognize that young athletes can be tempted to follow the lead of misinformed individuals. Considering the current state of Major League Baseball, players and parents would be wise to be completely informed as to the dangers of performance enhancing substances such as steroids. The following article posted on the Mayo Clinic web site offers a comprehensive view of these dangerous substances.
    Click here for Mayo Clinic article on steroids.


    May 8, 2005  --  




    Happy Mother's Day

    The Roos honor all our mothers today and will not play baseball. Mothers are not always recognized for the tremendous contributions they make to a baseball team. We wish to take this day to remember all they have always done for us.



    Merry Christmas!
         December 22, 2005  --   The Chicago Roos wish all their family, friends and fans the most joyous season!

    Off-season Conditioning Saturdays
         February 4, 2006  --   Voluntary off-season conditioning is now in full swing at St. Mary's Hospital Gym on Saturdays. Players should arrive ready to begin at 11:45 AM. Tryouts are ongoing, but will end soon. Contact Coach O'D for more info.

    If you aren't improving, someone else is!

    Player Note:
         February 5, 2006  --   Newly listed on our "links" web page is a link to NationsNext.com.
    NationsNext is a new website devoted to player profiles.
    Players can develop and promote their career on this site for perusal by scouts and college recruiters.
    Click on Billy's name to see an example page:
    William O’Donnell #73

    Telephone List
         February 22, 2006  --   The Roos are compiling the telephone list for 2006 players.
    Please contact Terry O'Donnell at chicago.roos@gmail.com or at 773-206-6898 to update the following information for team records:
    1. Home Address
    2. Home Telephone Number
    3. Player's Cell Phone Number
    4. Father's Cell Phone Number
    5. Mother's Cell phone Number
    6. Player's email address
    7. Player's School

    The Roos must have a copy (NOT an original) of each player's birth certificate. Contact Terry O'Donnell to verify that yours is on file.

    Rock Island Tourney
         March 1, 2006  --   The Chicago Roos will take part in the WBSA Late Summer Classic tournament on the weekend of June 23-25, 2006. The team has participated in WBSA tournaments in each of the last two seasons and have enjoyed some success and had a terrific time while in Rock Island, IL.

    Unless otherwise informed the team will plan for four to a room to keep costs under control. There will be no players-only rooms.
    Hotel arrangements will be forthcoming.
    Parents should contact Terry O'Donnell for details.

    Tournament rules have been posted on our 'Handouts' page.

    Birth Certificates
         June 1, 2006  --  
    The team needs copies of all player's birth certificates. The Players listed below need to submit a copy of their birth certificate in order to be eligible to play:

    Jack Cinoman
    Joe Krasny
    Carlos Ramirez
    Jack Turek



    Ready?

         June 5, 2006  --  
    It's just about time to begin. The first practice/tryout/evaluation takes place Sunday June 11th on Chicago's lake front at 2:00 PM at Loyola Park. Uniforms will be passed out at the same time. Players need to have birth certificates on file with the team IMMEDIATELY. First tourney of the year begins June 17th in Kenosha. Directions to Loyola Park are available by clicking on "Directions" in the left hand column of this web page.


    First Tourney of 2006

         June 12, 2006  --  
    The Chicago Roos begin their 2006 summer tournament schedule this Saturday at 1:20 PM at Nash Park in Kenosha, Wisconsin. Players should be at the field for warm-ups one hour prior to game time. Our second contest of the day is scheduled to begin at 6:20 on the same field. Playoffs begin Sunday morning at 8:00 AM. Directions to Nash Park can be found by clicking on "Tournament Directions" in the left hand column on this web site. Go Roos!


    Next up: Rock Island

         June 18, 2006  --  
    We had some kinks to work out in Kenosha. One thing was crystal clear: the Roos are ready for this level of play.

    Team members travel Friday to Rock Island, IL site of the WBSA Summer Classic for sixteen-year-olds. The tourney schedule will be posted on this web site as soon as it's available.

    This trip will add to our still developing chemistry. Talent will out, and the Roos expect the breakout tourney to be the Summer Classic.


    Rock Island Schedule Set

         June 20, 2006  --  
    Team members travel Friday to Rock Island, IL site of the WBSA Summer Classic for sixteen-year-olds. The tourney schedule is now posted on this web site on the "Roos Calendar" page, listed in the left hand column.


    Firecracker Schedule Changes

         June 30, 2006  --  
    The Firecracker Invitational has been forced to make some schedule changes because a team dropped out Thursday morning.

    Saturday's first game for the Roos has been moved to 10:30 AM. Those who braved traffic Thursday will be glad for extra time. Our scheduled 2:00 PM game has been changed also. Teams will be seeded for the playoffs after their first two games. We might play at 1:00 PM or at 3:00 PM depending on our performance in the morning, coupled with Thursday's result. If we play at 1:00 PM and win, we will also play at 5:00 PM. The playoffs will conclude on Sunday July 2nd.


    Players: Come ready to play!!


    Monsters of the Midway Tourney

         July 3, 2006  --  
    The Roos next tournament begins Friday in Lynwood, IL. It's likely the Roos will begin Friday evening. The schedule has not been announced yet. It will be posted on the Roos Calendar as soon as it's available.


    The Monsters of the Midway is a Wood Bat tournament. The team will have several wood bats available. If you have your own wood bat, you should bring it.


    Monsters of Midway Schedule Announced

         July 6, 2006  --  


    Day

    Time

    Field

    Opponent

    Saturday July 8th

    12:00 PM

    Ho Chunk # 2

    Tinley Park Predators

    Saturday July 8th

    4:00 PM

    Hap Bruno

    Diamond Jaxx

    Sunday July 9th

    10:00 AM

    Ho Chunk # 2

    Winfield Athletic Assoc.

    Sunday July 9th

    4:00 PM

    TBD

    Semi-finals

    Sunday July 9th

    8:30 PM

    Ho Chunk # 4

    Championship


    The Monsters of the Midway tournament is a wood bat tournament. The team has several wood bats for players use, but if you have your own, bring it!


    Next Tourney: Labor Day Weekend
         July 17, 2006  --  
    The Roos next tournament will the final tourney of the year. It will take place over the Labor Day Weekend at Ho Chunk Complex in Lynwood, IL.

    The team will hold one or two practices before the Labor Day Blast-Off in late August. As soon as a field is secured for these practices team memebers will be alerted. Have fun and stay sharp until then.


    Tryouts for New Team
         September 9, 2006  --  
    The Windy City HEAT, a new 16 year old team for summer of 2007 under the direction of Don Krasny, will be holding tryouts soon. Roster spots are still available. The team can be contacted at 773-545-1792 or by email at: heatbaseball@gmail.com.


    Windy City HEAT Try-outs Sunday Oct. 8th

         October 6, 2006  --  
    The Windy City HEAT will be holding try-outs this Sunday, October 8, 2006, at St. Joseph's High School field in Westchester, IL. The try-out begins at 3:30 PM.(Directions available on the directions page) Interested players that have yet to contact the team should come prepared. The Heat will play in 2007 as a sixteen (16) year old team. Players should not turn seventeen (17) prior to May 1, 2007. Several roster spots are available.


    Uniform Vendor Chosen
         September 30, 2003  --   Art In Stitches has been chosen by the Parent Advisory Committee to produce the team's uniforms. Art In Stitches has also graciously decided to become a team sponsor. Mrs. Maria Gonzalez, owner/operator of Art In Stitches, is well known for her precision and creativity.

    ChicaGo Roos Tryouts, Workouts and Training
         November 29, 2003  --   The ChicaGo Roos have gone inside St. Mary's Hospital Gymnasium for off-season workouts. Tryouts for prospective players are ongoing. Training at Play Ball Instruction facility begins on December 5th and continues on selected Friday evenings from 7:30 PM to 9:00 PM. Exact dates can be found on the Roos Calendar. Contact Terry O'Donnell, General Manager, for any additional information.

    Candy Sale Fundraiser
         December 4, 2004  --   Sunday December 6th the team sold candy in several spots at the shopping center at Western and Roscoe Aves. We sold over 200 candy bars to shoppers. A good job, well done by all who participated. Several parents took boxes of candy to sell at home or at work to continue the fundraiser. The team is grateful for everyone's hard work. Contact Terry O'Donnell for further information.

    Roos Parent & Staff Meeting
         Parents and Staff memebers will meet at Onward House Saturday December 13th at 12:00 noon to discuss plans, goals, opportunities and obstacles. Indoor practice on this date is cancelled due to the unavailibility of St. Mary's Hospital Gymnasium. Players are welcome to attend the meeting, but not required to be present. Players are asked to donate time to Onward House on Friday evening December 19th to help prepare Holiday food baskets for underprivileged familes.

    Labor Day 2004
         September 6, 2004  --   Let us stop for a moment and think of all the Americans that work so hard to provide us all with so much.

    ChicaGo Roos join SPBL
         November 16, 2003  --   The ChicaGo Roos have joined the Suburban Power Baseball League in the American League Division for the 2004 season. Formed two years ago, the SPBL boasts one of the strongest leagues top to bottom in the state. The SPBL is a USSSA sanctioned Major League and as such offers USSSA World Series bids to their top teams. Squads such as the Schaumburg Seminoles, Schaumburg Redhawks, Lombard Launchers and McHenry County Hurricanes enable teams in the league to face some of the stiffest competition available. The Berwyn Bulldogs and the Menomonee Clubbers also have joined SPBL for the upcoming season. Top drawer competition will prepare the Roos to face any foe on the field. League play will be comprised of 26 games plus a league tournament in early July 2004. Follow the Roos as we embark on an exciting journey through our inaugural season.

    2004 - The year of the Roos!
         January 24, 2004  --   The ChicaGo Roos begin the year with great expectations and dreams of glory. Please click on Sponsors and see those have that helped the Roos on their quest. Our final Play Ball training session of this off-season is scheduled for Friday evening March 19th at 7:30 PM. Tentative schedule of Roos Suburban Power Baseball League games can be found on Schedules and/or Calendar. Stay up to the minute with news and plans here on our website. The Roos Calendar is filling in ... check often to verify dates and places. Check for new items in the Headlines to the right. This website is updated regularly and is the very best source of information regarding the Roos. Check in as often as possible!

    Click on "The Roos" and View Our Heroes
         March 11, 2004  --   New photos have been loaded under each player's name and under Roos Albums. There's a lotta heartbreakers in this group!

    Daylight Davings Time
         March 29, 2004  --   Daylight Savings Time begins this Saturday April 3rd at 2:00 AM. Players, this is NOT a reason to stay up late! Set clocks forward one hour. Here we go!

    Are you a golfer? Do you know someone that loves to play golf here in Illinois? Click on Play Golf - Help The Roos in the left hand column and learn about the "Birdie Book."

    2nd Place in Lynwood
         April 25, 2004  --   After falling 5-1 to the Berwyn Bulldogs (two days after beating them at RCHS in SPBL play), the Roos win three in a row, inluding the semi-final against the Germantown Jaguars, to qualify to meet the Bulldogs in an all-SPBL championship final at the April Blowout held at the Hawk Complex in Lynwood. The Roos gave up five earned runs in the first during a rainy blowy final. The Roos did not stage a comeback and resigned themselves to second place, which qualified them for a CABA World Series berth.

    Pre-season Games
         March 31, 2004  --   The ChicaGo Roos play one more time before the start of our SPBL season. We travel to Streamwood to meet the Mad Dogs Thursday evening at 6:00 PM. Directions can be found in the left hand column.

    A Silver lining in Rock Island
         April 18, 2004  --   The Roos traveled to Rock Island for the Early Bird Classic and while not satisfied with the results (2-2), there were many encouraging signs of the shape of things to come.

    2004 Season
         Watch this space ... great things are on the horizon for the ChicaGo Roos!

    2003 Accomplishments
         In 2003 many members of the ROOS played as the Humboldtwelves. As the Humboldtwelves we played in five tournaments gathering momentum as we progressed through the year. Humboldtwelves finished second in the SE Wisconsin End of Summer Tournament to the Arlington Heights Longshots and second to the Schaumburg Seminoles in the Windy City Labor Day World Series.

    Off Season Training Complete
         March 20, 2004  --   The ChicaGo Roos have completed their off season training at Play Ball Training Facility in Des Plaines. We gratefully acknowledge the assistance provided to us by the staff at Play Ball. The Roos are now officially in the pre-season!

    Welcome Back and Come Back Soon
         April 26, 2004  --   The Roos are very glad to welcome David back from his absence. We also wish Eli a very speedy recovery. Both are much appreciated teammates.

    Happy Mother's Day from the Roos
         May 9, 2004  --  
    To My Mother


    YOU too, my mother, read my rhymes
    For love of unforgotten times,
    And you may chance to hear once more
    The little feet along the floor.

    --Robt. Louis Stevenson

    2004 Season Results
    Date W/L Opponent Score Location
    4/3/04 L Clubbers 3-5 UIC
    4/4/04 L Cougars 1-13 Staples
    4/8/04 W Strmwd Mad Dogs 14-6 Strmwood
    4/9/04 L SPBL-Launchers 5-9 RCHS
    4/9/04 L SPBL-Launchers 9-11 RCHS
    4/10/04 L SPBL-Hurricanes 5-9 Ice House
    4/10/04 SPBL-Hurricanes Cxld
    4/13/04 L SPBL-Seminoles 1-13 Brandenburg
    4/17/04 W Oswego Cobras 8-0 Rock Island, IL
    4/17/04 L North Scott Lightning 5-9 Rock Island, IL
    4/18/04 W Barnstormer Storm 8-7 Rock Island, IL
    4/18/04 L Cedar Rapids Reds 11-16 Rock Island, IL
    4/18/04 SPBL-Diamondbacks Cxld
    4/22/04 W SPBL-Bulldogs 7-6 RCHS
    4/24/04 L Berwyn Bulldogs 1-5 Hawk
    4/24/04 W Aurora Lightning 11-1 Hawk
    4/25/04 W Lansing Old Timers 7-2 Hawk
    4/25/04 W Germantown Jaguars 3-0 Hawk
    4/25/04 L Berwyn Bulldogs 1-6 Hawk-Championship
    4/27/04 W Strmwd Mad Dogs 15-3 Thillens
    4/30/04 W SPBL-Clubbers 7-4 UIC
    5/2/04 L SPBL-Redhawks 2-14 Brandenburg
    5/2/04 L SPBL-Redhawks 5-6 Brandenburg
    5/3/04 L SPBL-Young Guns 3-7 NPD
    5/8/04 W SPBL-Cougars 7-3 RCHS
    5/8/04 W SPBL-Cougars 8-7 RCHS
    5/11/04 L SPBL-Seminoles 2-13 Brandenburg
    5/15/04 W SPBL-Heat 5-4 RCHS
    5/16/04 L SPBL-Big Red 2-3 Sage
    5/16/04 W SPBL-Big Red 8-3 Sage
    5/17/04 L SPBL-Young Guns 0-7 NPD
    5/19/04 L SPBL-Diamondbacks 1-3 Jane Addams
    5/22/04 L Mud Dogs 9-13 Hawk
    5/23/04 McHenry Cobras Hawk-Rain
    5/23/04 Mt. Greenwood Brewers Hawk-Rain
    5/25/04 L SPBL-Bulldogs 0-6 Baseball Alley
    5/26/04 W SPBL-Young Guns 12-6 NPD
    5/29/04 L NW Travelers 2-4 Olympic Park-Slugfest
    5/29/04 L Lake Villa Tigers 6-7 Olympic Park-Slugfest
    5/29/04 W Schaumburg Steel 6-4 Olympic Park-Slugfest
    5/30/04 DTA Cardinals Red Slugfest-Rain
    6/1/04 L SPBL-Heat 4-5 Hoffman Estates
    6/2/04 L SPBL-Clubbers 9-15 RCHS
    6/5/04 L New Haven Warriors 2-3 Warsaw, IN
    6/5/04 T Pro Style Power 6-6 Warsaw, IN
    6/6/04 L Indiana Prospects 2-17 Warsaw, IN
    6/6/04 L Tippy Blaze 6-7 Warsaw, IN
    6/7/04 W SPBL-Heat 7-0 Forfeit
    6/11/04 L Berwyn Bulldogs 4-7 Hawk
    6/12/04 White Sox Academy Hawk-Rain
    6/12/04 Norridge Young Guns Hawk-Rain
    6/13/04 L Oak Forest Blue Demons 4-5 Peotone
    6/14/04 L SPBL-Bulldogs 6-12 Baseball Alley
    6/19/04 W Cedar Rapids Indians 6-5 Rock Island, IL
    6/19/04 W Bettendorf Diamond Kings 7-4 Rock Island, IL
    6/19/04 L Cedar Rapids Reds 4-6 Rock Island, IL
    6/20/04 L Cedar Rapids Reds 0-5 Rock Island, IL-Qrtrfinals
    6/21/04 L Wasco Travelers 2-5 Omaha, NE
    6/21/04 W Plainfield (IL) Force 5-4 Omaha, NE
    6/22/04 L ABD Bulldogs (CA) 1-5 Omaha, NE
    6/23/04 W Casper (WY) Styx 15-7 Omaha, NE
    6/23/04 W Brigham City (UT) Bees 8-2 Omaha, NE
    6/24/04 W Colorado Longhorns 7-6 Omaha, NE
    7/1/04 L TNT Sports 3-9 Lumberyard
    7/2/04 L Lombard Launchers 7-15 Lumberyard
    7/2/04 W Cobras Baseball 13-1 Lumberyard
    7/2/04 L SPBL-Seminoles 1-3 Lumberyard
    7/3/04 W Glenview Blaze 2-0 Lumberyard
    7/5/04 L SPBL Tourn-Hurricanes 1-7 Ice House
    7/6/04 L SPBL Tourn-Redhawks 1-5 Brandenburg
    7/10/04 L Diamond Dreams 8-12 RCHS
    7/10/04 W Diamond Dreams 13-5 RCHS
    7/12/04 L Diamond Dreams 6-7Jane Addams
    7/13/04 W Hyde Park Legends 12-2 RCHS
    7/17/04 W Sprngfield Barracudas 6-5 Champaign, IL
    7/17/04 L T-Town 2-3 Champaign, IL
    7/17/04 W Park Ridge Warriors 14-2 Champaign, IL
    7/20/04 W Hyde Park Legends 16-1 Washington Park
    7/24/04 L Midwest Shockers 3-13 Hodgkins
    7/24/04 L Midwest Shockers 5-6 Hodgkins
    7/27/04 L Berwyn Bulldogs 9-12 RCHS
    7/28/04 Schaumburg Redhawks Cxld
    8/10/04 L Schaumburg Seminoles 9-22 RCHS
    8/12/04 W Menomonee Clubbers 8-7 UIC
    8/14/04 L Team Illinois All Stars 1-11 UIC
    8/14/04 W Hyde Park Legends 12-3 IIT
    8/15/04 W Crystal Lake Babe Ruth 7-0 IIT
    8/15/04 L Schaumburg Seminoles 1-10 UIC-Semi-finals


    2004 Season
    Season Record



    Wins

    Losses

    Ties

    32

    47

    1


    2004 ChicaGo Roos

    Final State Rankings
         August 20, 2004  --   USA Sportsrankings has published the final rankings of 13 year old teams in Illinois. The ChicaGo Roos finished the 2004 season ranked 16th out of 116 ranked teams. All players and coaches of the Roos are to be congratulated on this accomplishment. Few teams played as difficult a schedule and even fewer played as many games.
    Players, what is your goal for 2005?

    Harry Bloede #10


    Hitting

    Pitching

    AB

    17

    W

    1

    R

    4

    L

    0

    H

    2

    S

    0

    2B

    0

    W%

    1.000

    3B

    0

    IP

    3.2

    HR

    0

    H

    0

    RBI

    2

    R

    0

    BA

    .111

    ER

    0

    BB

    0

    BB

    4

    HBP

    0

    K

    2

    K

    4

    ERA

    0.00

    SB

    1

    WHIP

    4.00

    SAC

    0

    TB

    2

    OBP

    .111

    SLG

    .111

    OPS

    222



    Oscar Buenrostro #34


    Hitting

    Pitching

    AB

    145

    W

    3

    R

    15

    L

    3

    H

    35

    S

    1

    2B

    3

    W%

    .500

    3B

    0

    IP

    31.2

    HR

    0

    H

    67

    RBI

    13

    R

    52

    BA

    .241

    ER

    42

    BB

    21

    BB

    16

    HBP

    1

    K

    16

    K

    33

    ERA

    9.29

    SB

    5

    WHIP

    2.62

    SAC

    2

    TB

    38

    OBP

    .341

    SLG

    .262

    OPS

    603



    Luis Colon #2


    Hitting

    Pitching

    AB

    36

    W

    1

    R

    9

    L

    1

    H

    10

    S

    1

    2B

    2

    W%

    .500

    3B

    0

    IP

    7.1

    HR

    0

    H

    9

    RBI

    5

    R

    9

    BA

    .278

    ER

    9

    BB

    4

    BB

    8

    HBP

    1

    K

    5

    K

    1

    ERA

    8.59

    SB

    2

    WHIP

    2.32

    SAC

    0

    TB

    12

    OBP

    .366

    SLG

    .333

    OPS

    699



    Wm. Anthony Feliciano Jr. #17


    Hitting

    Pitching

    AB

    187

    W

    1

    R

    37

    L

    0

    H

    57

    S

    0

    2B

    3

    W%

    1.000

    3B

    2

    IP

    12

    HR

    2

    H

    17

    RBI

    42

    R

    18

    BA

    .305

    ER

    15

    BB

    24

    BB

    11

    HBP

    1

    K

    7

    K

    40

    ERA

    8.75

    SB

    10

    WHIP

    2.33

    SAC

    1

    TB

    70

    OBP

    .382

    SLG

    .374

    OPS

    756



    C. Orlando Luciano #25


    Hitting

    Pitching

    AB

    100

    W

    0

    R

    23

    L

    1

    H

    25

    S

    0

    2B

    2

    W%

    .000

    3B

    3

    IP

    20.1

    HR

    0

    H

    28

    RBI

    12

    R

    26

    BA

    .250

    ER

    22

    BB

    22

    BB

    13

    HBP

    4

    K

    15

    K

    38

    ERA

    7.58

    SB

    7

    WHIP

    2.02

    SAC

    3

    TB

    33

    OBP

    .405

    SLG

    .330

    OPS

    735



    Steve Martinez #39


    Hitting

    Pitching

    AB

    204

    W

    0

    R

    46

    L

    0

    H

    75

    S

    0

    2B

    9

    W%

    .000

    3B

    5

    IP

    2

    HR

    0