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California Lumberkings Qualify for 2007 ISC II Tournament of Champions

Tuesday, May 8th, 2007

The California Lumberkings will be back at the ISC II Tournament of Champions for the second straight year, having won the ISC II berth from the Red Rock Tournament this past weekend in St. George, Utah. The Lumberkings were the top finishing ISC II team in the tournament, including a win over the Consolation Bracket champions, Castlewood II, from Utah, and took ISC World #15 ranked Portland De Marini to extra innings, before dropping a tough one run game.

The Lumberkings were the first team from California to compete in the ISC II Tournament of Champions, and did well, qualifying for the playoff round, and winning their first playoff game, before falling in extra innings to a then-unbeaten Kitchener team.

The Lumberkings have improved their roster for 2007, adding pitcher Mike Egerdeen, who pitched well in last year’s ISC II for JRW of Yakima Washington, surrendering but one earned run in the tournament, as well as young Anthony Martinez, who pitched his 23-and-under team to the National title last summer. Hard throwing right hander Darren Strang, from British Columbia will be back with the Lumberkings for his second season.

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Defending Champs, Tavistock Merchants Atop ISC II Preseason Rankings

Tuesday, May 1st, 2007

Tavistock, ON Merchants claim #1 spot in 2007 ISC II Preseason Rankings

The defending ISC II Champions Tavistock, ON Merchants will start the year atop the ISC II Rankings. The Merchants were ranked either first or second by eight of the 10 ranking committee members.

The addition of ISC II strikeout king Corey Costello was enough to vault the Niagara, ON Snappers into the number two spot while last year’s finalist, Palermo, ON Athletics came in at number three.

Elmira, ON Cubs, the 2005 ISC II Champion, and Perkasie, PA Rise, a semi-finalist last year, round out the top five.

More than 40 teams from across North America received at least one vote from the panel.

The preseason top 10 is:

1. Tavistock, ON Merchants
2. Niagara, ON Snappers
3. Palermo, ON Athletics
4. Elmira, ON Cubs
5. Perkasie, PA Rise
6. Oswego, NY Cutro Professional Inspections
7. Wilkes-Barre, PA Keating’s Fitness
8. Ottawa, ON Team Easton Thunder
9. Bakersfield, CA LumberKings
10. Elora, ON Wellington Brewers

To see the full list, including how each committee member ranked the teams, please see the ISC II section of the ISC website at www.iscfastpitch.com.

The rankings will form the basis for seeding teams in the sixth annual ISC II Tournament of Champions which will be played August 14-18 at Budd Park in Kitchener and Kinsmen Park in Cambridge, Ontario. The tournament will feature 35 teams from across North America playing a four-game round robin schedule in seven pools of five teams each. The top three teams from each pool along with three wildcards will advance to a single elimination playoff bracket.

For more information, please contact:

Blair Setford
ISC II Commissioner
Email: blairjs(at)rogers.com

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Hoffman Rise 2007 Roster and Schedule

Tuesday, May 1st, 2007

From Al’s Fastball:

HOFFMAN RISE ANNOUNCES 2007 ROSTER and SCHEDULE

The Hoffman Rise Fastpitch Club, based out of Perkasie, PA, announces
their 2007 Roster and Schedule.

2007 Hoffman Rise Roster:

Tom Vogel P/GM
Mike Smith P
Art DeVoe P
Reno Lato P (pending reclass)
Keith Hammerschmidt 3B
Matt Daley SS
Steve Moore 2B
Chad Walters 1B
Bart Fenstermacher OF
Jon Hurst OF
Andy Sabo OF
Chad Oechsle C
Jim Lawrence C
Zach Fullman IF/UTL
Zac Fenstermacher UTL
George Kehoe UTL
Joe Roslin UTL/Coach
Chip Savini FLD MGR
Bob Hoffman Sponsor/Stats
2007 Hoffman Rise Schedule:

May 18-20 MAFTL Lebanon, PA
June 1-3 Snapper ShootOut Niagara-on-the-Lake, ON
June 15-17 MAFTL Lancaster, PA
June 29-July 3 Patriots Tournament Allentown, PA
July 13-15 ASA of PA B States Drifton, PA
July 27-29 MAFTL Lebanon, PA
August 3-5 NSA World Series Salisbury, MD
August 14-18 ISC II ToC Kitchener/Cambridge, ON
Aug 29-Sept 3 ASA B Nationals Altamonte Springs, FL

Submitted by:
Tom Vogel
GM Hoffman Rise Fastpitch Club
t.vogel(at)verizon.net
www.risefastpitch.com

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PA Power’s 2007 Roster & Schedule

Monday, April 30th, 2007

From Al’s Fastball:

PENNSYLVANIA POWER ANNOUNCES 2007 ROSTER and SCHEDULE

The Pennsylvania Power Fastpitch Club from Ephrata, Pennsylvania is pleased to announce its 2007 roster and schedule. The PA Power is the defending 2006 NSA World Series Champions and the ASA 2005 Men’s Class C National Champions.

Returning from last year’s squad will be: Pitchers: Eric Fogel, Merlin High and Ryan Rutt, Catcher: Chris Pagano, Infielders: Dean Malone, Greg Houtz, Dave Giblin, Corey Schnoke, Andy Mease and Jerry Zimmerman. Outfielders: Rich Sauder, Duane Weiler,
Bob Wicker, Rob Loglisci, Alan Esporrin and Gary Fiore.

In addition, the Power is pleased to have added: Pitcher: David Stokes (Keating’s Fitness), Catcher/Infielder: Brad Theys (South Lebanon) and Infielder: Derrick Zechman (Orillia Riversharks).

2007 Pennsylvania Power Schedule: (more…)

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Wilkes-Barre, PA Keating’s Fitness Center Announces 2007 Roster & Schedule

Sunday, April 22nd, 2007

Courtesy Al’s Fastball

KEATING’S ANNOUNCES ROSTER

April 21, 2007

Keating’s Fitness Center from Wilkes-Barre Pennsylvania is pleased to announce its 2007 roster and schedule. Keating’s finished last year with a 26-13 record. Last year was the 3rd consecutive year that Keating’s have won theMid-Atlantic Travel League championship.

Returning from last year’s squad will be: CatcherMark Smith, Infielders Frank Keating Jr., Neal KoserKevin Smith, Bret McHenry, and Toby Ranck. Returning in the outfield will be Justin Stock, Mike Keating, Mike Fulton Jr., and Steve Ray.

In addition, Keating’s is pleased to have added:
Pitchers Rob Fawcett (Port Elgin), Troy Hertzler(Landis Markets), and Jim Yates (Up-To-Date Painting).
Infielders Brent Moyer (Landis Markets) and Steve Cotellese (BobHoffmans).
Also outfielders Scott Emerich, (Bob Hoffmans) and Chad Sensenig (Lancaster Merchants).

2007 Keating’s Fitness Center Schedule:
May18-20 – Travel League – Lebanon, Pa.
June 1-3 – Snapper Shoot-out – Niagara-On-the-Lake Ontario
June 15-17 -Travel League – Willow St, Pa.
June 29 – July 1– 4th of July Classic – Allentown, Pa.
July 20-22 – Bob WalshMemorial Tournament – Allentown, Pa.
July 27-29 – TravelLeague – Lebanon, Pa.
August 3-5 – NSA WorldSeries – Salisbury, Md.
August 14 -18 – ISC II Tournament of Champions- Kitchener, Ontario

MikeFulton

Managerof Keating’s Fitness Center

gotti(at)ccomm.com

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Winter ball in Oswego, NY

Sunday, February 11th, 2007


Our good friends at Cutro Professional Inspections (CPI), got a little bit of snow in the past few days in Oswego, New York, curtailing early season workouts.
“I’m sure I saw that ball land right over here.” 😉

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Bridgeport Braves, ON Sign Ben Blonde

Sunday, January 14th, 2007

[Kitchener, ON] – The Bridgeport Braves are please and excited to announce the signing of Ben Blonde for the 2007 season. Ben is a workhorse valuable pitcher, that we have admired and played against for a number of years. We welcome Ben and his family to our team, and look forward to a sucessful 2007 Season together

Rick Boyd
Bridgeport Proforma Braves
Your host team for the 2007 ISCII Tof C
Email: rdboyd (at) rogers.com

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California Lumberkings Play Key Role in California Challenge All Star Series

Sunday, October 15th, 2006


Lumberkings Catcher Jeff Twist delivered in the clutch once again, driving in the game winner for the South team in California’s North vs. South All-Star series. (click photo to enlarge)

[BAKERSFIELD, CA] – The California Lumberkings, in their hometown of Bakersfield, played host to the first ever “California Challenge” All Star Series, a best-of-three matchup between the best players from Northern California vs. the best players from Southern California. Not only did they participate alongside many of California’s best ISC players, but played key roles in its outcome.

Lineups were comprised of California’s top ISC and ISC II players, with So Cal Bomber pitchers Tony Peeples (North) and Travis Price (South) winding up in opposite dugouts. The teams proved to be very evenly matched, trading 6-5 wins in Games 1 and 2. Two members of the California Lumberking, Brian Teeters and Shawn Mandolesi drove in all 5 runs for the South in Game 1, which took at 5-2 lead into the 7th inning, only to have the North rally for 4 in the bottom of the 7th and win. (Teeters generously provided special jerseys for the players in the game, navy blue for the North and red for the South)

In the final, deciding Game 3 — the proverbial rubber match — the score was tied, 1-1 through regulation. When the game turned to the International tie-breaker to decide it, it was yet another California Lumberking providing the key hit — Jeff Twist, driving home the runner from second, who — you guessed it — was a Lumberking, Shawn Mandolesi.

The “California Challenge” concept originated amongst the Lumberkings as a fund raiser for their 2007 campaign, with manager David Weldin spear-heading the project, which include game tickets sold to corporations as well as fans, a Bar-B-Q, and T-shirts sold. Lumberkings Brian Teeters and Greg Hicks also assisted, along with other members of the team.

The Lumberkings were the first ever team from California to compete in the ISC II Tournament of Champions, advancing to the second round of the playoffs, before falling to the Kitchener Outlaws in one of the tournament’s closest games. The L’kings hope to return to Kitchener, Ontario, Canada next August, for the 2007 edition of the ISC II Tournament of Champions.

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LumberKings hosting California All-Star Series

Friday, October 6th, 2006

The LumberKings, located in Bakersfield California will host the California All-Star Series on Saturday Oct. 14 2006 and Sunday October 15, 2006 if needed.

The series will consist of a best of three format and will be played at Dave Frye Field in Bakersfield California. Game times are 4:30pm and 7:30pm Saturday Oct. 14 and 11:00am Sunday if needed. Bakersfield has a long history of men’s fast pitch softball having hosted the ISC World Tournament twice in the 1980’s. Dave Frye field is located on Chester Ave adjacent to Sam Lynn Ball Park and the Kern County Living Museum.

The teams will be made up of current ISC & ISC II players and coaches from both Northern and Southern California and should include some of the best players in the game today.

Admission to the game will be $5.00 for adults with children 12 and under free.

Tri- Tip sandwiches and beverages will be available for purchase. Pre-Sale tickets are available along with corporate sponsorship.

Sponsorship is $100.00 and will include 20 series tickets along with advertising on programs and T-shirts. Banner space is also available at an additional cost

The games will not only be used to increase interest in men’s fastpitch in California but will also serve as a fundraiser for the
LumberKings. The Lumberkings finished 9th in the ISC II Tournament of Champions in 2006 and are working towards a better finish at the same tournament next year.

Comments and Questions should be directed to:

Greg Hicks
grhicks (at) kern.org

David Weldin
Coorsman25 (at) aol.com

Brian Teeters
bteeters (at) cox.net
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Vote in Fastpitchwest’s “Pick-the-Winner” Poll.

NORTH ROSTER:

1. Zack Abernathy INF A-1 Tank/River City Rocker
2. Dave Bostick INF River City Rockers
3. Eddie Brooks 1B IAC
4. Mike Butler INF SoCal Bombers
5. NateDevine OF SoCal Bombers
6. Todd Garcia C Team Rainey
7. Ed Gaspar P A-1 Tank/River City Rockers
8. Korey Krueg INF A-1 Tank
9. Joel Manfredi C IAC
10. Tony Peeples P SoCal Bombers
11. Steve Pinocchio INF SoCal Bombers
12. Jason Porto OF SoCal Bombers
13. Jeff Reich OF Portland DeMarini
14. Mark Santillano INF Portland DeMarini
15. Mark Sommers DH River City Rockers
16. Bobby Smith OF Romie’s Angels
17. Dan Winnick OF SoCal Bombers

SOUTH ROSTER:

1. Travis Price-SoCal Bombers
2. Mark Bennett-Portland DeMarini
3. Todd Budke-The Farm
4. Paul Rosebush-The Farm
5. Chris Hunt-Team Rainey
6. Stan Grebeck-Team Rainey
7. Rod Rainey-Team Rainey
8. Jesse Duncan-Team Rainey
9. Brian Teeters-LumberKings
10. Carlos Flores-LumberKings
11. Troy Parker-LumberKings
12. Shawn Mandolesi-LumberKings/Taylor Farms
13. Jeff Twist-Taylor Farms
14. Kevin Castillo-Young Bucks
15. Jose Sandoval-Rude Pac
16. Chris Minogue-Black Sox

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Best regards,
Jim Flanagan
www.fastpitchwest.com
www.ballparkradio.com

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Final Order of Finish for 2006 ISC II T of C

Thursday, September 7th, 2006

1 Tavistock, ON Merchants (7-1)
2 Palermo, ON Athletics (6-3)
T3 Micksburg, ON Twins (6-2)
T3 Perkasie, PA Rise (5-2)
T5 Ashland, OH Merchants (4-3)
T5 Port Elgin, ON Blue Devils (5-2)
T5 South Lebanon, PA TNT (4-2)
T5 Kitchener ON Phoenix Outlaws (5-1)
T9 Alvinston, ON Indians (4-1)
T9 Mitchell, ON Mets (3-2)
T9 Harriston, ON Mercury’s (4-2)
T9 Bridgeport, ON PROforma Braves (3-2)
T9 Elmira, ON Cubs (3-2)
T9 Elora, ON Wellington Brewers (3-3)
T9 Bakersfield, CA California LumberKings (3-3)
T9 Reading, PA Bob Hoffman’s Garage (3-4)
T17 Thomson, IL Area Merchants (2-3)
T17 Waterdown, ON Hammer (3-2)
T17 Marshall, MI Rice Creek Lighting (3-2)
T17 Glencoe, ON Astros (3-2)
T17 Denver, CO Colorado Rage (3-2)
T17 Ottawa, ON Team Easton Thunder (2-3)
T17 Oswego, NY Cutro Professional Inspections (2-3)
T17 Hermann, MO Black Gold (3-2)
25 Toronto, ON Champion Indians (1-4)
26 Kingston, ON Cowboys (1-3)
26 Stittsville, ON 56ers (1-3)
26 Orrville, OH Orr Park Knights (1-3)
26 Millington, MI Up-to-Date Painting (1-3)
26 Grande Prairie, AB Pride (1-3)
31 Sydney, NS Cardinals (0-4)
31 Yakima, WA JRW & Associates (0-4)
31 Harrisburg, PA PA Power (0-4)
31 Orangeville, ON Resolve Kings (0-4)
31 Fitzroy Harbour, ON West Carleton Electric (0-4)

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Kitchener ON Outlaws Win Ontario Challenge Cup, Berth to 2007 T of C

Monday, August 28th, 2006

(Thanks to Sloan at the GHFL.ca forum for this info)

The Kitchener Phoenix Outlaws are the first team to qualify for next year’s 2007 ISC II Tournament of Champions, by winning the Ontario Challenge Cup, shutting out Elora, 4-0 in the final. Scores:

Loser’s bracket final:
Elora Brewers 7 Waterdown Hammer 1

Championship Game
Kitchener Phoenix Outlaws 4 Elora 0

The Kitchener Outlaws had a good run in the 2006 ISC Tournament of Champions, one of only two teams going 4-0 in pool play (Alvinston being the other). Kitchener earned a first round bye in the playoffs, won their second round game, a 2-1, 9 inning thriller against the California Lumberkings, before falling to the Perkasie Rise PA Fastpitch team.

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Jubilation !

Wednesday, August 23rd, 2006


The picture says it all for the Tavistock Merchants of Ontario, Canada, 2006 ISC II T of C Champions.

(click photo to enlarge)

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