Editor's Note: We pass along a note from our friend Brian Ballie, who many fastballers know as the director of the Monkton World Fastball Invitational, which he and his staff built into one of the premier tournaments in the game. We were sorry to see the Monkton tournament go by the wayside, but glad to see Brian land in New York, and know that the Peligro Cup is in good … [Read more...]
J&B Painting wins BreederRupp at Long Beach
From Larry Silfen: J&B Painting won the Tournament beating Long Beach in the Finals behind the pitching of Corey Avery and Gerald Pyle, who both threw well all day and also helped with their bats. Lot's of folks came out to support Dave / Ronnie and overall the day was a huge success. If anyone would still like to contribute to the Charlotte Blackburn Fund, they can … [Read more...]
Long Beach Black Sox 2nd at BreederRupp, End 7 year run
From the Long Beach Black Sox website: The Long Beach Black Sox ended their 7 year stint as one of the most successful teams in California winning 32 tournaments. They played their last game on a cold Saturday night at El Dorado Park losing to Gerald Pyle and J&B 9-5. Corey Avery got the save and also was 2-3 with a long 3 run home run and a RBI single in the win. Pyle … [Read more...]
2011 Maccabi USA Invitational – “BreederRupp” at Long Beach CA – Dec 11
Here is the schedule for the "BreederRupp" Tournament at El Dorado Park in Long Beach, CA. Pools: Group Rupp: Team 1 Long Beach Team 2 Panteras Team 3 Black Curtain Group Breeder: Team 4 J&B Team 5 Liberty Team 6 Maccabi USA . . Schedule of Games Game 1 - 8:30 AM Round Robin - Round 1 – J&B vs. Liberty Game 2 - 8:30 AM Round Robin - Round 1 – Long … [Read more...]
Erie Tournament Update (July 30-31, 2011)
Erie tournament 2011 . I wanted to give an update on the Erie PA tournament July 30-31, 2011. To date, the confirmed teams entered are NY Gremlins, Jarvis Travelers, Chi NY, and PA Power. The California A's currently have Erie on their 2011 schedule and I assume Ashland Stockpack does too. I've also received interest from Bar of Appleton and Minnesota Angels. I'm … [Read more...]
2011 Legends of Fastball Classic – June 24-26, 2011
While the Rivershark Twins have suspended operations for 2011 the premier tournament event in Ontario fastball will continue to bring the best of the games fast paced action to Peter Hallman Ball Yard next summer. The 8th annual 2011 Legends of Fastball Classic , June 24 to 26, will feature not only the best club teams in the world but in addition will be highlighted by the … [Read more...]
Argentina Unbeaten at Australian Skins Tournament
Information courtesy of Jorge Martin, Head of Media and Communication Softball Confederation Argentina [Google Translation] Argentina National Team Senior Softball Men played this weekend in the city of Canberra, Australia, on land his first Australian tournament, finishing unbeaten in the International Skins Tournament, with an unusual record of 4 wins and 2 draws. This … [Read more...]