(10/23/06- See Update: Bombers lose Ormsby)

YUCAIPA, CA – The So Cal Bombers are very happy to announce that they have re-signed Glen Ormsby for the 2007 season. Glen was one of the top hitters for the Bombers in 2006, playing 3B and Outfield. His return to the middle of the Bomber order makes their lineup an offensive force again in 2007.

Glen played for both the Bombers (ISC) and the Prince George Black Bears for Canadian Nationals in 2006, leading the Bombers to a top ten finish and the Black Bears to the Gold Medal game finals.

Head Coach Kelly McGiffin said Ormsby’s return is a big piece of the Bomber puzzle for 2007.

“In my opinion, Glen Ormsby was one of the top hitters in the World last year and having him in our 3/4 spot just makes us a better team. I thought Glen should have been part of the Canadian National squad this year, and he continues to be very underrated. We don’t underrate him though, we know he’ll be a big part of our lineup and I expect another strong year for him in 2007. He hits for average and has tape measure power, and is just hitting his prime as a premier hitter. As a non-Prawn, I was quite worried we may lose Glen, as his value is huge but he is a very loyal man and we’re very happy that he’s back with us for 2007.”

Ormsby’s return signing adds to the already impressive signings this off-season and give the Bombers a formidable lineup for 2007.

McGiffin adds: “The coaching staff, The Trejo family and the Bomber players are very happy that Glen is back and we’re all looking forward to a strong 2007 season.”

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YUCAIPA, CA – The So Cal Bombers have locked up another central piece of the 2007 roster and are very happy to announce that they have re-signed Tony Peeples for the season. Tony, a California native, is a formative member of the Bombers pitching staff and returns as one of the important strengths for the 2007 squad.

Tony is a longtime member of the US National Team and has been one of the most effective pitchers in the ISC over the last few years. In 2006, he combined with Ryan Brand and Travis Price to lead the Bombers to a very successful season.

Head Coach Kelly McGiffin said Peeples return was critical to the success of the team in 2007.

“Tony Peeples not only brings a quality arm back to the team but a strength of character and competitiveness that winning teams have to have from their leaders. Tony has a rubber arm and can start, long relieve and close with little notice. He is a bulldog and will not give in to hitters, he has a great array of pitches and you know when he’s in the circle, we will always have the chance to win.”

Another step closer to solidifying a very strong team for the upcoming season, the Bomber management and players welcome Tony and his leadership back for 2007.

(Regular readers of Fastpitchwest may recognize Tony in our logo, a la Jerry West.)