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Dave Birnie sets new Canadian Javelin Record

Wednesday, May 5th, 2010

Ontario Masters Fastball Guru Dave Birnie set a new Canadian Masters Track & Field record in the Men’s Javelin Throw recently.

Dave returned to competitive track & field for the first time in 30+ years and broke the record in his first meet. Dave’s Canadian record toss of 51.69 metres eclipsed the old record of 51.12 set in 2005 at the World Masters Games in Edmonton Alberta. Masters track and field has no restrictions other then age, you compete against recreational athletes and sometimes even former Olympians and World Record holders. Dave recently turned 50 and competes in the 50-54 age bracket.

The 2nd ranked 50-54 javelin thrower in the world in 2009 was Dainis KÅ«la of Latvia, back in 1980 Dainis won the Gold Medal at the Moscow Olympics with a toss of 91.20 metres. Dainis’ best throw last year was 61.64 at the World Masters Track & Field Championships in Lahti Finland. The World Masters Track & Field Championships are held every 2 years, Dave will be competing for Canada at the 2011 World Masters Track & Field Championships in Sacramento California. In 2013 the World Masters Track & Field Championships will be held in Porto Alegre, Brazil but Dave may opt for the multi event World Masters Games in Torino Italy so he can throw the javelin and catch his Canadian masters fastball buddies in action.

Canadian & American masters track and field rankings are updated throughout the summer with the World Masters rankings coming when the track season ends, Dave is confident he can improve by 3-5 metres this year, the strong throwing arm is still there but the run-up and technique needs a lot of work, Dave’s goals are a top 2 ranking in Canada, top 5 in North America and a top 10 in the World. Dave is a member of the Niagara Regional Athletics Track Club in Niagara Falls, Ontario where he still holds the Open Men’s javelin track club record from 30 years ago, Dave’s coach is Kevin Knight. Dave competed in pole vault, discus as well as the javelin back in high school, in grade 12 Dave won the Bert Pearson Memorial Trophy for Track and Field Athlete of the year.

Watch here for some photos to go with the story.

Congratulations, Dave !

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Canada East qualifier reminder

Monday, May 3rd, 2010

With teams starting to get their first taste of action in the next few days, I want to take this opportunity remind you of the two Canada East ISC Qualifiers in Innerkip & Napanee June 18-20 plus the “Last Chance” qualifier in Port Huron June 25-27.

Spots are limited in all of these tournaments and entries will be decided on a first-paid entry basis.

A total of five berths to the 2010 ISC World Tournament in Midland, MI are available to won.

Please make your cheque for $365 payable to ISC Canada East and mail to:

Blair Setford
ISC Canada East
2927 Nipiwin Drive
Mississauga, ON L5N 1Y1

Additional info is below. If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to contact me.

We ask that you submit a preliminary roster by May 15. Changes can be made up to June 14.

Thanks for your past support of the ISC. We look forward to seeing you on a diamond this summer.

Best regards,

Blair Setford
ISC Canada East VP

Joe Todd
ISC Regional Commissioner

June 18-20, 2010
Canada East ISC Qualifier – Napanee, ON
Berths: 2 ISC berths to highest finishing Canada East teams (additional berth may be available)
Format: Double-knockout
Entry Fee & Deadline: $365 CDN, payable to ISC Canada East – May 15, 2010 deadline
Local Contact: Brad MacDonald – brad.macdonald99@yahoo.com
ISC Contact & Rep: Blair Setford – blairjs@rogers.com
UIC: Steve Bedard – sjbgolf@hotmail.com

June 18-20, 2010
Canada East ISC Qualifier – Innerkip, ON
Berths: 2 ISC berths to highest finishing Canada East teams (additional berth may be available)
Format: Double-knockout
Entry Fee & Deadline: $365 CDN, payable to ISC Canada East – May 15, 2010 deadline
Local Contact: Tim Wright – twri7823@rogers.com
ISC Contact & Rep: Blair Setford – blairjs@rogers.com
UIC: Peter Kluszczynski – kluzzy@sympatico.ca

June 25-27, 2010
Port Huron, MI
Berths: 1 ISC berth to highest finishing Canada East team.
Format: 3-game guarantee – Pool winners advance to elimination round
Entry fee: $375 – $400US depending on number of teams
Contact: Kurt Schieman – kurt.schieman@semcoenergy.com
UIC: Ted Germaine – teddyump57@yahoo.com
ISC Rep: tba
Note: One berth will be available to the top finishing Canada East team

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2010 Jarvis Travelers Announcement

Sunday, May 2nd, 2010

From



(click logo for original news story at Al’s Fastball)

2010 Jarvis Travelers Announcement

It gives me great pleasure to announce that Clark Staats, Jarvis Ontario has again joined forces with Dave T. Anderson from Truro Nova Scotia to form the Jarvis Travelers. Players and management are excited at the opportunity presented and are anxious to get started. Here is the schedule for the summer.

June 4-6
Niagara-on-the-Lake, ON 7th Annual Snapper Shootout

June 25-27
Kitchener, ON – 7th Annual Legend’s of Fastball Classic

July 16-18
Tavistock, ON – Tavistock Men’s Tournament

July 30
August 1, Erie, PA – Annual Erie Tournament

Aug, 2010
Midland, MI – ISC World Tournament Aug14-21, 2010

The Jarvis Travelers will also participate in the ISC Travel League of Eastern Canada..

Roster:
Pitching Staff
#13 Adam Folkard (Prawn Pitcher)
#17 Trevor Ethier
#37 Andrew Phibbs

Prawn Players
#5 Ian Fehrman
#12 Sean O’Brien
#15 Brad Rona
#27 Nick Shailes
#44 Robbie O’Brien

Non-Prawn Players
#3 Brandon Horn
#4 Will Fehrman
#10 Tim Macumber
#16 Alan Phibbs
#19 Jeff Ellsworth
#21 Greg Courneyea
#24 Pat Graham
#42 Chad Staats
#50 Freddy Terkelsen

Coaching & Management Team
#1 Steve Kooser
#29 Darryl Fehrman
#30 Clark Staats
#25 Dave T. Anderson
#55 Freddy McKeen

Jeff Ellsworth

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New League in Prince County, Canada

Tuesday, April 27th, 2010

A new league in Prince County, PEI, Canada.

FASTPITCH LEAGUE IN THE WORKS
Click here for official league website

Apr 15, 2010 – In the last few weeks leaps and bounds have been made in bringing Men’s Fastpitch Softball back to the prince county area.

We set out at the start to find enough interest to hopefully field four teams in a competitive rec league, but to our surprise there are even more out there with craving to play ball.

We are currently in the process of trying to secure fields, dates and time slots for the league to play.
We are looking at preferably Tuesday, Wednesday, or Thursday evenings at 7pm and 9pm.

Hopefully within the next week or two we will more details for everyone regarding the league and teams.

Things are defiantly looking promising.

Editor’s note: “Defiantly” seems like a great way to kick off a new league.

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The Teams of the Kitchener Fastball League

Sunday, April 25th, 2010


Click Logo to visit the Facebook page for the Kitchener Fastball League

Courtesy of Trevor Botting.

As posted on the website, here is the breakdown of the 2010 teams.

Black division

Bell Cartage
Losing in the semi-finals to the eventual champions can be a hard pill to swallow. Especially when it followed a trip to the finals the year before. Bell is back again to try to make that final push back to the finals and maybe win a few more games once they are there.

Cardinals
Winning the B division last year just made this junior team hungrier to come back and show the rest of the league what they learned in their rookie season. A push to the A side playoffs is on their minds now.

Kings
The defending champs. Everyone in the league will be aiming for them this year so they will need to be on their toes and show the rest of the league why the finished on top.

Moonshiners
This will be their second year in the league and they will be looking to surprise a few teams. Getting knocked out in the first round of the B playoffs did not sit well with this young team so they will want to come out swinging this year. And they get that chance by facing the defending champs in their first game.

Reds
Regular season champs two years ago. Runner up league champs last year. This teams knows how to win in the regular season but the playoffs seem to be another story. First round losses, three years in a row will give the Reds all the incentive they need to place high in the regular season and carry that through the 2010 playoffs.

Selects
2010 regular season champions, lost in the semi-finals for the fourth consecutive year. They would love to duplicate the regular season effort by finishing first and then will look to make the push past that semi-final wall they seem to hit.

Wizards
A rough regular season (0-19) was then followed by an improbable run to the B side finals. The eventually lost to the Cardinals but those late game gave them a taste of winning that they hope to continue going into 2010.

Red division

Black Sox
The Sox lost the toughest series in the first round of the playoffs last year. Barely. So they are back to get a little revenge.

Bulldogs
A staple in the KFL, the Bulldogs have bounced around between the A side playoffs and the B side playoffs year to year. They hope 2010 will be an A side year, followed closely by a run in the playoffs.

Classics
The 2008 champions were eliminated in the first round of the 2009 playoffs and that did not sit well with them. They are back again to show that the first round exit was an anomaly and the finals is where they belong.

Diamond Jaxx
Their first year in the league ended with a first round elimination. Their second year ended with a loss in the finals. In their third year with the league, the Jaxx just want to take that final step, the league championship.

Hornburg
A brand new team to the KFL. The Hornburg will have a tough year ahead. In a short time, they are going to have to learn how to come together all while facing some very strong teams. Young players and an enthusiasm for the game, these guys are going to try to surprise as many teams as they can.

Predators
The Preds are back again. Falling just short of the A side playoffs in 2010, this young team will try their best to make that push to the top of the league and back to the playoffs.

Smoke
Three years of first round losses. Thats what the Smoke want to stop in 2010. Always near the top of the league, the Smoke plan on getting back there again, and changing that playoffs streak.


Click banner to visit the official KFL website

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2010 ISC Roster – Cobourg Force

Monday, April 5th, 2010

Last Name First Name Uniform # Position Region City, State/Province

(Pitchers in bold)

Boyd Jamie #61 1B Tavistock Ontario
Brownhill Dave # 90 OF Waterdown Ontario
Buttar Craig # 6 OF Cobourg Ontario
Eaton Terry # 21 OF Woodstock Ontario
Evans Scott # 47 P/DH Oshawa Ontario
Fairney Bill # 27 OF Toronto Ontario
Forbes Sam # 44 1B Waterloo Ontario
Herold Ross # 24 C Stratford Ontario
LeBlanc Scott # 10 OF Cobourg Ontario
Minifie Craig # 5 1B Colbourne Ontario
Murphy Jeff # 22 P Keene Ontario
Palmieri Anthony # 29 3B Brampton Ontario
Schnarr Jay # 11 SS Waterloo Ontario
Schnarr Jodie # 52 OF Waterloo Ontario
Wells Wayne # 39 P Peterborough Ontario
Wright Derek # 9 2B Cobourg Ontario

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Fastpitch Players & Pitchers Needed (Vancouver)

Friday, March 26th, 2010

From Craigslist, Vancouver:

Connaught Mens Fastpitch in Kitsalano Vancouver is looking for Fastpitch players. All Fastpitch palyers & PITCHERS are are welcome to come out and play. The games are Two evenings a week, we even have a clubhouse for relaxing in afterwards. For some competitive ball and some good times please call Brad 640-728-6748 or Tom 604-224-7040.

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Snapper Shootout Update

Wednesday, March 17th, 2010

[Niagara-on-the-Lake, ON] – Just a reminder to teams filling out their tournament schedules. The 7th Annual Snapper Shootout will be taking place on June 4-6, 2010 at Centennial Sportspark in Niagara-on-the-Lake, ON. The Shootout is still accepting teams and to reserve a spot go to:

www.niagarasnappers.com

Click “downloads” on the left side of the home page and the links to the entry form and rules will be there. The field of interested teams is coming together nicely and as usual this years tournament will be extremely competitive. The Shootout also provides teams with ISC aspirations a first hand look at what some of the competition might look like come August. To date the following teams have expressed interest:

Ashland Stockpack
St. Thomas Storm
Elmira Expos
Napanee Express
Quyon COMBAT Flyers
Waterdown Hammer
Shakespeare Falcons
Ingersoll Crush
Alvinston Indians
Jarvis
Owen Sound Selects
Elmira Cubs
Cobourg Force
Toronto Gators
Niagara Snappers

Spots will be granted to the first 16 teams paid and for the first time ever the Shootout is OPEN to all teams and players.

We are also pleased to announce that the Howard Johnson By The Falls www.hojobythefalls.com
has stepped up and will be our host hotel again this year. It is a great spot in the heart of all the attractions Niagara Falls has to offer. With Centennial Park located in the regions wine country there are not many affordable options closer to the park than the HOJO. Considering the great location and quality of the HOJO, the tournament rate is very reasonable. The HOJO is app a 20 minute ride to the park.

Shootout Rate:
Friday June 4th – $89.95, plus tax (plus $8 parking fee per vehicle per night)
Saturday June 5th – $109.95, plus tax (plus $8 parking fee per vehicle per night)

HOJO Contacts: Jennifer Peters and/or Fernando Morales. Teams can book anytime between 7am and 11pm. Call 1-800-565-4656 ext: 104 and be sure to mention the Snapper Shootout when booking.

Take care,

Perry Bartley
Snapper Shootout
misterpaulo (at) hotmail.com

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Monkton 2010 – World Fastball Invitational Officially Cancelled for 2010

Friday, March 5th, 2010

From Al’s Fastball:


(click logo for original news story at Al’s Fastball)

Thursday, March 4, 2010
PRESS RELEASE

Monkton ON.

It is with a heavy heart that I compose this message today, however, it is news that most of you, the fastball world, may have already been informed of through various sources.

I am writing to confirm that the 2010 edition of the World Fastball Invitational that was scheduled for this upcoming July 1 – 4 has been officially cancelled.

Myself and the Executive Committee would like to take this opportunity to thank the teams and people involved (they know who they are) that put forth a very valiant effort – especially in the “final hour” , in order to salvage and save the tournament for this year.

Many factors played a hand in this decision, yet I do not deem necessary the need to disclose nor make public the reasoning at this time. The people close to this situation know and understand the hardships and dilemnas involved, and stand behind us 100%
in not only this decision, but to put remain intact and bring a 2011 edition of the event to Monkton, and cement our place on the elite mens circuit for the future.

There are a couple other fine tournaments being held this summer and I encourage teams, fans, and sponsors to inquire and assist in making them the success’ they will certainly be – the annual Legends held in Kitchener put together by my good friend and fastball legend in his own right- Larry Lynch, as well as the upstart Tavistock event headed by another good friend Dave Bailey.

Many words of thanks and praise could be said here, but this is not a farewell. it is an announcement that saddens ourselves and many many people in our great game – to whom I feel personally obligated.. Those close to me know my inner feelings and thoughts at this time… it is a sad day. However, the game MUST go on.. The game will go on. I committed to seeing that happen. There are many fine people that work tirelessly and are committed as well. I ask the world to support our game in any way possible – we all know it needs it. More then ever.

Kind regards and thank to all!

We’ll see you at a park somewhere this summer…

Brian Baillie
World Fastball Invitational.

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90th Anniversary for Peterborough Softball Association

Friday, February 12th, 2010

Men’s softball city league marking 90th anniversary with expansion


(click logo for original news story)

Posted By MIKE DAVIES , EXAMINER STAFF WRITER

The Peterborough Men’s Softball Association city league has a number of new and exciting things planned for its 90th season.

On the field, a new team has stepped forward to give the league six teams. The White House spearheaded by Mike Craigen, finished second in the Douro league last year and is moving over to give the city league a shot.

Plans for the inaugural city league softball children’s camps for players in the Thunder rep program and another for Peterborough Community Church Softball League players were also confirmed during a league meeting on Wednesday.

Also, the inaugural Peterborough Shootout tournament is set for July 9-11 at East City Bowl and Kinsmen Diamond. Sixteen teams, including all six city league squads, will participate in the tournament.

To commemorate its 90th season, league officials hope to honour softball greats inducted into the Peterborough and District Sports Hall of Fame with signs in the park recognizing them.

While league president Scott Wasson said plans to bring back players from former league powerhouse Mr. Lube didn’t pan out, the league was bolstered by the addition of The White House.

They will join returning teams Douro P.G. Towns Store, who are three-time defending champions, Cavanagh Disposals, Bulletproof Fitness, Champs and a junior team which has yet to finalize its name.

Dates for the children’s camps are to be announced, but Wasson expects them to be on Sunday afternoons.

“We’re going to make an afternoon where the kids can come and learn from the guys in our league and then we’ll have a barbecue for them,” Wasson said. “We’ll have our league games that Sunday night and we hopes the kids will stick around and watch.

“We’ve never done it and you see in other sports, be it hockey or lacrosse, guys giving back to the game and helping to promote it. To be honest, fastball is a dying sport with this generation.

“We think if we can help the kids already playing it might encourage them to keep playing,” he said.

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The tournament will be a fundraiser for the league. Nine teams have already been confirmed.

“It will be the teams in our league plus some teams from around Ontario,” Wasson said. “I know the Cobourg Force team is coming with Wayne Wells and all those guys.”

Wasson said he expects to approach city council to see if they’re open to the league putting up signs or plaques to recognize past players.

“We’ll have to go through the parks and rec committee to get approval. It’s no different than what you see down at the Memorial Centre with lacrosse and hockey. We’re willing to cover the expense, we just need the approval,” Wasson said.

NOTE: Local artistGeorge Elliotthas agreed to design a logo for the city league. “We’ve never had a logo in 90 years which struck me as odd,” said league presidentScott Wasson.

mikedavies (at) peterboroughexaminer.com

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