By Chris Rattue New national softball coach Mark Sorenson has big shoes to fill - his own. As a player, Sorenson did it all in a career that brought - among many things - four world titles and wide regard as the game's greatest player. The 45-year-old has stepped up to the plate as the Black Sox coach, taking over from 2013 world title winner Eddie Kohlhase. Sorenson … [Read more...]
A Game of Catch
Days like today, Father's Day, Facebook shines. A great day, a great place for people to pay tribute to our fathers, and their role in our lives, and the game. A perk of having this website is getting to know so many of you, and getting to share some of life's finer moments. One of those arrived in email today, in response to my morning post, "Of Fathers and Fastpitch", from … [Read more...]
From the Video Archives – 2005 ISC II Tournament of Champions
From the archives. Found this one last night, thought you all might enjoy seeing it (again). Video by Maddy Flanagan. (There is a music soundtrack, so if you're at work, don that headset). Spot anyone you recognize? Post the name and the time in minutes:seconds in the comments below. 0:56 Ballpark Radio's Lance Winn as a player for the Palermo A's, going up high on the … [Read more...]
Opening Day !
All is right with the world again. More here. Complete schedule of opening day games (all times ET): Atlanta Braves: vs. Philadelphia Phillies, Monday, April 1, 7:10 p.m. Arizona Diamondbacks: vs. St. Louis Cardinals,Monday, April 1, 10:10 p.m. Baltimore Orioles: @Tampa Bay Rays, Tuesday, April 2, 3:10 p.m. | Home opener: vs. Minnesota Twins Friday, April 5, … [Read more...]
2013 California Classic Update
The 4th annual California Classic is quickly approaching. The California Classic will be held June 29-30 at the Sportsplex USA complex in Santee, CA., approximately 15 minutes from downtown San Diego. Right now we have 10 teams confirmed and are looking for 2 more teams to fill out the tournament. If you are interested email David Weldin at davidw [@] … [Read more...]
Heinie Shannon’s worlds almost explode
By Chris Rattue Heinie Shannon says his arm was in excruciating pain after his elbow ruptured last year but brother Patrick helped him focus on recovering in time for the world champs. Photo / Greg Bowker New Zealand softball pitcher Heinie Shannon had the perfect teammate to give him a leg up when his pitching arm fell apart - twin brother Patrick. The Black Sox … [Read more...]
Jokers Casino and Bar Fastpitch Tourney 2013 – Pasco, WA – June 1-2
From Mark Seward: This years Yakima tourney has been moved to Pasco, Wa, due to the rising cost of field rental. Further for some, but much closer for others I know. Also if you guys and gals could forward this email to others who I may not have or maybe have taken a team over for someone that would be great along with a few of you putting it on your websites!! This tourney … [Read more...]