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Sunday May 6 Tyler Routt Classic and Willeford a sucess
These guys play hard! For the 6th time Elk Grove Babe Ruth played the Tyler Routt Gamer All Star Game. The coaches in the league select players who, for the most part, have not been post season all stars in the past. The selection criteria is based on hustle, drive and love of the game. The idea is to take players with skill and desire and put them together with other players who have the same "Gamer" attitude, form teams and play a tournament style game. We do this based on the inspiration of a former player in our league, Tyler Routt. Tyler was a baseball nut. He was not the most skilled player on the field but he could play. What set him apart was his spirit, love of the game and sportsmanship. He was a great teammate. (see left menu here under "handouts", the article written by President, Joe Matlen Remembering a Gamer.) Tyler played from age 13 in this league thru the then 16-19 League. At 21, he was killed in an auto accident. That was over 20 years ago. In his memory, his parents still sponsor a team in this league. The thing that we have noticed about this game is that even though these players are not traditionally post season all stars, they tend to pick up their game after the Tyler Routt and many have become post season all stars and good high school players. Something about Tyler and this game rubbed off on them.
2012 recap The games were played and the Routts, Dave shown above and Kathy threw out the first pitches, Dave the NL game and Kathy the AL game. The day was a rousing sucess by all acounts! The scores are not important. Dave and Kathy saw 52 Gamers like Tyler was play their hearts out. See the Photo albums on the left menu and Select "Tyler Routt Classic" The shots taken by Brent Tetlow, Head coach of the AL Mantle Team and Carey Wolf, Head coach of the NL Mays team are shown there. Note some captions are provided. Standouts in the game were too numerous to mention but some can not be ignored here. Al Mantle: Tyler Kelly (Beavers) a clutch 2 RBI single and run scored; Jovan Jaurgui(Threshers) a triple; James Shurtz (Owlz 2 for 2 and 2 runs;Willie Gormley (Redwings) single RBI and run scored. For the Maris AL: Jullian Bosket (riverbandits) 3 walks 3 steals 2 runs; Logan Camp (River Bandits 2for 2 2 runs; Nick Henderson (Sandgnats) 1 for 2, steal and run scored; Cousins Mason and Sam Splinter of the Riverdogs were pitcher and catcher for the 1st time and Mason had an RBI hit while Sam got to catch Kathy Routt's AL first pitch (curve ball for a strike!)
The NL game was a good game as well and for the McCovey team; Jake Fonseca (RiverCats was 1 for 1 with base hit. Greg Valencia (MudCats) was 2 for with an RBI and Matt Richardson(Mudcats) not only caught Dave Routts 1st pitch (high fast ball) but was 2 for 2. The Iron Bird's Matt Moberly stole a base and scored a run for the MCovey team. Coach Carey wolf provided these highlights for the Mays team of the NL: -Cyle Ayers of Thunder – started 2 shutout innings.
-Zack Swisher of the Knights – Gave up the ball in the bottom of the half 5th inning to give Jason Kimberling of the Iron Pigs a chance to pitch during our festive event.
-Jason Kimberling, has never pitched in a game situation and he retired 3 consecutive batters – Coach Fox should take note!
-Nick Cooling of the Mud Hens and Christian Lemmond of the Iron Pigs – both had stellar offensive performances.
-Alex Murchison –Iron Pigs – 1st inning caught all 3 fly ball outs in CF.
-Matt Vargas of the Knights – and Paulie Lorsbach of the Thunder – good friends were very happy to be battery mates in the 3rd inning.
-Dennis Varjraca & Malik Williams of the Mud Hens – provided a ton of energy and dugout leadership and entertainment.
Larry Stone(IronBirds Coach and EGBR board member) ran a Snack bar and BBQ for the fans and players. Hot Dogs, Burgers and soft drinks. It was much appreciated and helped defray the cost of the event. Larry runs a Snack bar at some of our Saturday Night "Game of the Week" games.
Before the Tyler Routt games at 11am on Jones North we will play the Len Willeford Home Run Derby. Players from our 14 teams and our two Galt Babe Ruth teams will compete in a traditional Home Run Derby. This is named for local youth baseball mentor and Sports Shop owner, the late Len Willeford, We miss you Len. RiverCats representitive Dom Munoz won the event but all who participated won it some way.
Fields Status Update
Make up schedule for April 11 games:
River Bandits-Threshers will play on Tues, Apr 17 at Zehnder. The Threshers-Red Wings make-up game is moved to Tues, May 29 at Brown. Supplemental players will not play in the May 29 game. Also, the Beavers-Sand Gnats May 29 game is moved to Wed, May 30 at Jones North.
Thunder-Knights will play on Thurs, Apr 19 at Jones South. This moves the Thunder-Iron Pigs make-up game that was going to be played on Apr 19 to Tues, May 1 at Bartholomew at 5:30 pm. That, in turn, moves the Iron Pigs-Owlz game from Tues, May 1 to Wed, May 2 at Bartholomew at 5:30 pm.
When fields are open, if conditions decline coaches are responsible for stopping practice to avoid damage to fields from play on wet fields. Field hotline: 916-405-5682.
Elk Grove Babe Ruth Game of the Week!
To help commemorate our 51st Season, Elk Grove Babe Ruth will be holding a Game of the Week selected Saturday night at 7:00pm at Bartholomew Sports Park. All 14 teams will be featured at least once. For more information and stories about the games, please visit the http://egbrgameoftheweek.blogspot.com/.
The full Game of the Week Schedule is as follows:
Game 1: 4/21/2012 Owlz vs. River Bandits
Game 2: 4/28/2012 Mud Hens vs. Thunder
Game 3: 5/05/2012 Mud Cats vs. Ironbirds
Game 4: 5/12/2012 Red Wings vs. River Dogs
Game 5: 5/19/2012 Sand Gnats vs. Threshers
Game 6: 6/02/2012 Iron Pigs vs. River Cats
Game 7: 6/09/2012 Knights vs. Beavers
Visit the Blog spot for the coach's comments, pictures and a recap.
This Week for the Red Wings vs the River Dogs there will be a Snack Bar set up at BSP before the 4pm game and will stay open until the end of the Game of the Week. Future game Snack bars at the Game of the Week will be announced the week of the game.
16-18 SEASON
16-18 REGISTRATION FORM
REGISTRATION IS FULL!! NO AVAILABLE OPENINGS AS OF THIS TIME EGBR has conducted a 16-18 league for about the last 10 years. There are usually anywhere from 2 - 6 teams. We will play a 15 game schedule starting in late May and finish around the first week of July. Opponents will be other Babe Ruth teams, high school summer teams, and other rec teams. Travel could be anywhere from Woodland to Modesto, but we will limit any excessive travel - for example, if you go to Modesto, it would only be once.
Registration is now open!! Sign up online or download the registration from from the Handouts section. League age is determined as of May 1, 2012. League age 15 year olds can play up if they like and can also play 13-15 at the same time.
Players who are league age 19 can also play, but only if their birthdate is January 1, 1993 or later.
Game example: Rivercats and Thunder 2012
this game is an example of a hard played game. The result of this slug-fest between 2 powerful teams in the National League was a 12-8 win by the Rivercats over the Thunder. The pictures provided through Thunder Coach Carey Wolf and the descriptions from Rivercats Coach Chuck Arthur. The Album is in picture albums on left menu " 2012 Rivercats-Thunder" Please browse. More details to follow soon.
FAST FACTS ABOUT EGBR
Here is the latest on bat rules for 2012 in Babe Ruth League:
13-15 BASEBALL DIVISION
The only composite barrel bats permitted are stamped BBCOR .50.
The Babe Ruth Baseball 13-15 Division will allow ALL aluminum/alloy 2 5/8 inch barrel bats and ALL COMPOSITE HANDLE (only) aluminum/alloy barrel bats in any minus or drop. For example, if it is not a COMPOSITE BARREL bat, then -8, -9, -10, etc. bats are allowed. ALL BBCOR .50 -3 High School approved bats are allowed in the Babe Ruth Baseball 13-15 Division.
2 3/4 inch barrel bats are not approved for league play.
Metal cleats are permitted but certainly not required in EGBR.
EGBR typically has 14-17 teams each year in the 13-15 division and play is on full size fields, 60'6" mound and 90' bases. The season will start in late March/early April and go to mid-June with a 22 game schedule. Playoffs will go another week and all-stars will continue to at least the first week of July. The composition of the league is typically 75-80% 13 and 14 year olds. Your league age is determined as of May 1, 2012.
Teams can start with a maximum of four players protected. Those who are playing high school ball can sign up as a "supplemental", which allows them to play the 2nd half of the Babe Ruth season for a reduced fee and eligibility for all-stars. Each team will have either one or two supplementals.
Tryouts will be held the first two Saturdays in February (players only have to attend one of the two tryouts), with the third Saturday as a rain make-up if needed. No players are cut after tryouts; it is simply a way to disperse the talent in a fair manner. The draft will be held the last Saturday in February. Two coaches meetings will be held in late January for those interested or curious about coaching.
Players can only be protected if the player and parent(s) agree to be protected by a certain coach. These protections can be agreed to after a player tryout, but coaches are not permitted to chase down players at the tryout field to try to obtain that approval. Instead, they can make contact by phone or e-mail afterwards. It is nice to be wanted, but make your decision on what is best for the player, not anyone else.
Teams will practice approximately three times a week during the month of March, then play approximately two games a week (sometimes three) during the season with practices at the coaches' discretion. Each team will have one doubleheader at some point in the season (after supplementals have joined their teams). There will also be at least one night game per team, perhaps two.
We will utilize six fields- three on the west side (Nottoli, Zehnder & Bartholomew) and three on the east side (Jones North, Jones South and Brown Diamond). EGBR's boundaries cover all of Elk Grove (see Handouts on the left side menu for a map). All teams will play and practice at all fields.
A welcome letter along with a registration form was mailed out before the end of October. The registration deadline will be around mid-January and fees will go up after that date. On line sign-up will also be available once the registration window is opened.
EGBR Alumni are Major League Draft Picks!
Two prominent Elk Grove Babe Ruth alumni have been selected on the second day of the 2011 Major League Baseball First-Year Player Draft.
J.D. Davis was selected by the Tampa Bay Rays with the 29th pick in the 5th round as a third basemen. He was the 180th player chosen. Davis recently completed a decorated career as a four-year varsity player at Elk Grove HS that included a 2010 Section Championship. He batted .484 with 9 home runs and 45 RBIs this season, while also going 6-2 with a 1.56 ERA for the Thundering Herd. Davis played three seasons with Elk Grove Babe Ruth, winning two championships as a River Cat in 2006 and 2007.
Brady Dragmire was selected by the Toronto Blue Jays with the 18th pick in the 17th round as a right-handed pitcher. He was the 529th player chosen. Dragmire recently finished a remarkable career at Bradshaw Christian HS as a three-sport athlete. He won championships as a football and basketball player but lead the Pride to two section baseball championships in 2010 and 2011. Dragmire was 5-2 with a 0.81 ERA this season with 56 Ks in only 40 1/3 IP, and he also hit .492 with 3 home runs and 23 RBIs. Dragmire played two seasons with Elk Grove Babe Ruth, falling to Davis' River Cats in the 2007 championship but pitching his 14-year-old all-star team to a 2nd place finish in the district tournament.
Congratulations to both J.D. Davis and Brady Dragmire!
50 Years of Teaching Love of the Game
Article Written By Joe Matlen 3/17/11 EG Citizen:
Youth baseball league marks 50-year anniversaryOne of the most established youth sports leagues in town will be celebrating its 50th year in Elk Grove in 2011. Elk Grove Babe Ruth Baseball, a league for 13-18 year olds, conducted its first season in 1962. During those early years, there were no more than four teams and only one field, the Brown Diamond in Elk Grove Park. Today, the age 13-15 division has 14 to 17 teams that play on six fields, including two with lights. There is also a 16-18 division that generally has two teams and plays either high school summer ball teams or other local recreational teams. To celebrate the 50th year, the league has a number of events planned. Every Saturday night at Bartholomew Sports Park there will be a “game of the week”, complete with announcers, singing of the national anthem & team introductions. The league also plans to install a flagpole at Bartholomew Sports Park so that the American flag can be raised during games. In June, there will be a special 50th anniversary BBQ before and during one of the Saturday night games. And in July, the league is hoping to host a Babe Ruth state tournament, which will bring at least eight teams from Northern California into Elk Grove. Some of the notable players who have played in the league in recent years include David Hernandez, Casey Weathers, Brad Kilby, Brandon Pinckney, Corey Vaughn, and recent college signees, Brady Dragmire and J.D. Davis. Coaches have included Greg Vaughn and Fernando Vina. One of the more satisfying aspects of the league is seeing former players return as coaches. Former recent players Cody Abney, Geoff Cochran, Chris Greenawalt, David Hall, Ryan Hall, Jeff Hansen, Donny Penney, Teddy Herrera & Mike Steele have all returned to the league to coach as young adults. One of the league’s signature events is held in early May – a home run derby followed by two all-star games to honor the memory of a former player, Tyler Routt, who lost his life in an automobile accident at age 21. Tyler loved his time in Elk Grove Babe Ruth so much that his parents David and Kathy have sponsored a team every year in his honor. He was a “gamer”; full of energy, passion and hustle that was contagious. The mid-season all star teams are meant to include players that represent that gamer attitude. The idea is to have four teams full of players like Tyler. The players chosen are honored to be recognized for these great qualities and often gain a supreme amount of confidence in the second half of the season. Elk Grove Babe Ruth has been teaching sportsmanship and love of the game for 50 years now. There are team sponsorship opportunities and some fun league events like Texas hold-em and a golf tournament. You can follow the league at www.eghardball.com or on Facebook. Congratulations to Elk Grove Babe Ruth for 50 years of excellence! Nice article; The League has also been awarded the Nor Cal State Championship Tournament to be held at Batholomew Sports Park beginning July 16. This will mean the League will have a Host team which automatically advances to that event. this is a great honor bestowed on Elk Grove Babe Ruth in honor of it's 50th year
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Alumni News- Benton Plays in DII CWS Cory Vaughn signs with Mets
EGBR Alumnus Michael Benton was part of the 13 year-old District 7 team that went to the State Championships in 2002 held in Eureka. Michael went on to star as catcher at Franklin High School. Michael and his team, the UCSD Tritons played for the D-II National Championship. UCSD did lose that contest but quite an accomplishment for a former Elk Grove Babe Ruth all star. During a recent rain delay at the CWS D-II The Tritons worked on some bobsled moves see it on YouTube www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZvCHTRi7rEc Michael is third from the left on the bottom row. Also pictured in the top Row 4th from the left Cory Vaughn son of Former MLB slugger Greg Vaughn who signed a pro contract with the NY Mets 6/14/10 after being drafted in the 4th round out of CSUSD where he played for Hall of Famer Tony Gwynn. On this team in the bottom row 1st on the left side is current Beavers assistant coach Don Penney. Right above Don is Jared Otto who is a All Golden State Athletic Conf. Student Athlete in Baseball at The Masters College in Santa Clarita , CA. On the bottom row right is Ryan Hall who is co-manager of the 2011 Raptors in the Brad Kilby Division.
TYLER ROUTT ALL-STAR GAMES
In addition to the 22 game regular season schedule, each player will have the chance to participate in the Tyler Routt "Gamer" Mid-season All Star Classic. Held on May 1, 2011, the Tyler Routt Classic is a unique contest between players who in the opinion of their coaches demonstrate the will, effort and can-do attitude of the late Tyler Routt. Tyler Routt was a long time player in this league who inspired his coaches and teammates by his love of the game and desire to play it hard. He was not the best player on the field but he exhibited the best "Gamer" attitude. After his Elk Grove Babe Ruth playing days were over Tyler Routt was killed in an auto accident. The league established this all star game in his honor. It features, not the sure fire future high school players, but the players who are gamers. We have found over the years that these players tend to elevate themselves and their level of play and become very good players and even star players later in their careers. For more on the Tyler Routt Classic see Remembering a Gamer by Joe Matlen (click handouts on the left menu and select "Tyler Routt Article").
Tyler Routt Tournament 2011 was a great event
For our 50th year The Tyler Routt and Len Willeford events were reallly special. The Tyler Routt "Gamer" All Star game was played on May 1, 2011 with opening ceremonies to start at 1:30pm Jones Family Park on Shasta Lilly in Elk Grove California. One National League game was played at Jones North and the American League game was at Jones South. Preceeding the Tyler Routt was The Len Willeford Home Run Derby on Jones North at 11am. Won by Conner Greeenwood of the River Bandits. For those of you who don't know what this very special and unique event is all about we invite your attention to the article about the game on this site. Click on "Handouts" on the left menu and select the "Tyler Routt Article" by Joe Matlen.
Briefly, this is all star game for the not the best player on the field but the guy who tries harder and exhibits the "Love of the Game".
You can watch some videos recorded by Don Logsdon of some of the events on YouTube!
Home Run Derby
Tyler Routt All-Star Game
PLAYOFFS 2011
 The 2011 playoffs in the 13-15 division began on Thursday, June 16th. The Routt Roofing Owlz defeated the Raptors 15-12 in a wild game, and the Dr. Adams DDS Volcanoes beat the Dorminey Orthodontics Hooks 6-4. On Saturday June 18th, the Valley Farm Transport River Cats defeated the Owlz 9-6 and the Phenix Print & Image Rockhounds defeated the Volcanoes 14-3. On Monday June 20th, the River Cats and Rockhounds squared off in the championship game at Bartholomew Sports Park. The Rockhounds defeated the River Cats 8-3 in the game to take the 2011 Championship in Elk Grove Babe Ruth's 50th Season. ( The boxscore can be viewed here.) Congratulations to the Rockhounds on their achievement, to the River Cats for an outstanding season, and to all of Elk Grove Babe Ruth for making 2011 and the league's 50th season a special and memorable one! If you would like to actually watch the Championship Game, Don Logsdon filmed the entire event and it is available to view on YouTube.
2011 Championship Game, Part 1/5
2011 Championship Game, Part 2/5
2011 Championship Game, Part 3/5
2011 Championship Game, Part 4/5
2011 Championship Game, Part 5/5
15 STATE TOURNAMENT
Bracket
Elk Grove Babe Ruth hosted the 15 year old State Tournament at Bartholomew Sports Park starting on Saturday, July 16. The tournament concluded on Thursday, July 21 with Tri-Valley claiming the championship. You can visit the official website of the 2011 State Tournament at www.2011norcalstate15u.com.
All-Star Tournament Results
 13s: Elk Grove American lost 12-1 to East Sac and Elk Grove National lost 8-6 to set up an all-Elk Grove match-up. Elk Grove National eliminated Elk Grove American with 10-9 comeback victory in which they trailed 9-1. Elk Grove National will play East Sac with a trip to the championship game at stake on July 5th. 14s: Elk Grove American lost 12-2 to Woodland and Elk Grove National lost 15-2 to East Sac to set up another all-Elk Grove match-up. Elk Grove American eliminated Elk Grove National with a 5-3 victory. Elk Grove American then was set to play Woodland with a trip to the championship game at stake on July 5th. Elk Grove American defeated and eliminated Woodland by a score of 13-9 advancing to the Championship game vs. East Sac. East Sac won, advancing to the State Tournament. Elk Gove American finished in Second Place. 15s: Before the District Tournament, Elk Grove American won a two-game series with Elk Grove National to qualify for the state tournament as host team. In the District tournament, Elk Grove American beat East Sac 9-3, lost to Woodland 7-2, beat Natomas 6-0, and then defeated East Sac 1-0 in a nine inning masterpiece on July 4th. Elk Grove National drew a bye for round 1, defeated Galt 19-1, and then fell to Woodland 12-2. On July 5th, Elk Grove American will play Elk Grove National with a trip to the championship at stake. But, with Elk Grove American's win over East Sac, Elk Grove National also clinched a spot in the state tournament, so both teams will advance. Elk Grove American Defeated Elk National and advanced to the Championship game where they lost to Woodland.
SPRING REGISTRATION - FOR 13-15 League is full.
2012 REGISTRATION FORM
February 26, 2012
Spring registration for ages 13-15 is now closed and a wait list has been started. Typically, there are injuries and few drop outs, so we will probably be able to place a few players from the Wait list. If you sign up do not pay on line. We will notify those signed up if there is an openning. Birthdate range is 5/1/96 to 4/30/99. Cost is now $195 for a 22 game season or $150 for a supplemental, who play 11 games after their high school season is over. More details about the league are below. Watch this site for more info in the coming weeks and months.
You can click on the underlined "2012 REGISTRATION FORM" to bring up a registration form, go to Handouts and download it, or sign up online /the link is still active for the wait list.
FIELD VOLUNTEER
Elk Grove Babe Ruth is looking for one or more volunteers who can be available during the day to look after the fields. All of the board members work during the day, so the ideal person would be someone who is retired, an old "baseball guy", who wouldn't mind taking a little ownership over the fields to keep them in good shape. Clearing weeds, filling holes, watering down the infield and making recommendations to EGBR and CSD about what things need to be done are some of the tasks we envision. It would be great if this person or persons establish a relationship with the CSD maintenance folks and work with them on sprinkler fixes, watering adjustments, safety hazards, etc.
It would be so valuable to have a pair of eyes at the fields while the rest of us are busy at work. Providing advice and observations about the fields when the weather is questionable would be extremely valuable. We sometimes have to make decisions about cancelling practices or games without really knowing the exact conditions of the fields. This field rep could get litter or some other drying agent during the day to get fields ready for afternoon use, which is something we only do now when we show up at the fields around 4:30 or later. And usually the game or practice is delayed while this work goes on.
We also have to pick up chalk and bring it to the fields, but that is difficult work even for a young guy!!
If you are interested or you know someone who is, please contact Joe Matlen at 747-6252 or joemat3@comcast.net or any other board member.
Babe Ruth Alumnus awarded 2008 Babe Ruth Scholarship
Congratulations to Kyle Venegas, who played in the Elk Grove Babe Ruth League from 2003 through 2005 was awarded a scholarship from the Babe Ruth League. Kyle attended Christian Brothers High School and was admitted to UC Irvine where he was accepted into the Paul Merage School, which admitted only 150 Freshman this year.
Kyle made the Elk Grove Babe Ruth All-Star teams as a 13, 14 and 15 year old, and enjoyed mentoring the younger players as a “supplemental” player in his final season.
Babe Ruth sponsors a national search for student athletes on an annual basis.
KIDS NEED COMMUNITY SERVICE?!
If you know someone who needs community service hours, Elk Grove Babe Ruth is a great organization to gain those hours. We can use assistance in field maintenance, refurbishing equipment, help at tryouts, help with fundraisers, help at tournaments, and possibly other areas. Contact Joe Matlen at joemat3@comcast.net for more information.
UMPIRES NEEDED!!
If you have any interest in becoming an umpire for Elk Grove Babe Ruth, please contact Mark Steele at (916) 684-0704.
STATKEEPERS!!
Auto Stats
Click on the blue letters above or go to Handouts to get an Excel program that wil keep track of your team hitting stats. This model was developed by Rob McAfee.
LOOKING FOR CAL RIPKEN INFO?
Elk Grove has two Cal Ripken leagues, which operate under the Babe Ruth League, for players age 5-12. Go to the links on the left side menu to navigate to their websites. One is for players east of Highway 99 and one is for players west of Highway 99.
Board Meeting
June 19, 2012 – 07:00 PM
Next Board Meeting is June 19, 2012. Contact Joe Matlen for details at 747-6252.
Action Photos Needed
May 22, 2007
We have a few digital photos in the albums on the left menu. Send more to EGHardball@aol.com or JCpenney6@comcast.net. Above is the Beaver's Matthew Dunbar taking an aggressive turn at third, "crouching Beaver Hidden Matt". Picture by Christie Dunbar. Other pictures are in our Albums on the left menu.
Board Members play for the Giants again
Board President, Joe Matlen #29, Vice President, Rick Venegas #44 Secretary Doug Penney #6 and Fields manager Chuck Arthur #37 played for the Giants in the adult Fantasy Tournament called the Melee in Mesa January 25-28, 2007. Their team, The Lodi Giants (managed by Doug Penney) finished 1 and 3 including a win against the rival Dodgers,(6 to 3). Doug, a catcher batted .333; Joe a second baseman/outfielder batted .500; Rick, first base/outfield batted .308, and Chuck a 3rd baseman only hit .250 but had a key RBI hit in beating the Dodgers. This was the first season of Fantasy camp baseball for Chuck. While Joe and Rick are second year players but Doug is a vetran of many years. Joe got brought up in Kangaroo Court for Wearing a Yankee Blue Batting helmet to giants practice ($2 fine) and Rick was rung up Writting a new book and not giving his teammates an Autographed copy. The book The Audacity of Hope by Barack Obama was produced and the author looks like Rick's twin ($5). Doug was the Kangaroo Kourt Judge so he didn't get hit in Kangaroo Court. Chuck the youngest of the Board members got brought up for pointing out at breakfast that he was the only one who got the senior discount. Everyone had a blast and no serious injuries beyond Chucks bruised knees diving back into first after a line drive was caught, worse he was out!. For more about the tournament in general see: http://www.sobaysports.com/sfgiants/Melee.html For more stories about Mesa ask Joe, Doug or Rick. or go to: leaguelineup.com/lodigiants.
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