Editor's note: Another in the growing cadre of former men's game players joining the coaching ranks: From the University of Auburn: AUBURN, Ala. – Eddy Ketelhut has been tabbed as an assistant coach for the Auburn softball program, head coach Mickey Dean announced. “Eddy brings a great deal of playing experience,” Dean said. “He played men’s fastpitch for 15 years, … [Read more...]
Midland County Sports Hall of Fame: Isenhart’s induction an honor to family, friends, fastpitch
Midland Daily News By Joe Barnhart A devoted fastpitch player and booster, Lee Isenhart was a co-founder and longtime president of the Midland Explorers, and was the ISC commissioner for Michigan. A devoted fastpitch player and booster, Lee Isenhart was a co-founder and longtime president of the Midland Explorers, and was the ISC commissioner for Michigan. To those who knew … [Read more...]
Gordy Schaaf was a mainstay in Hancock Michigan fastpitch
From the Daily Mining Gazette By Paul Peterson HANCOCK — Men’s fast-pitch softball hasn’t been seen in these parts for more than two decades, but that didn’t keep the late Gordy Schaaf from promoting the sport. Schaaf, who died at the age of 89 this past week, was involved in the sport as a player, manager and promoter for better than six decades. Arnie Putala of Baraga, a … [Read more...]