By Christine Rivet, Record staff Tue Jan 04 2011 KITCHENER — The Kitchener Rivershark Twins have survived contentious mergers and economic downturns along with controversial hirings and firings. But following 42 often rocky, sometimes glorious, seasons, Canada’s longest-continuously operated senior men’s fastball team has finally reached the end of the line. “That’s it … [Read more...]
Moe’s Fastpitch, 2010 Burbank CA Champions
. Moe's Fastpitch Club, based out of Burbank, Ca recently claimed their second straight Burbank men's fastpitch championship by winning the regular season and playoff championships this past month. Mo's fastpitch club (formerly known as AKA Burbank) was renamed this past summer in honor of our longtime friend, mentor, and fastpitch competitor , Lester "Mo" Riley , who passed … [Read more...]
Toronto Gators to go for 3rd world title
From Al's Fastball: Toronto Gators to take run at 3rd World Championship in 2013 Saturday, December 18, 2010 Hi Al I want to take this opportunity to announce that most of the 1993 and 1995 tornto gators world champions are re-uniting with a view to competing in the World Masters Championships in Torino Italy in 2013.... The following have committed; Darren Zack, … [Read more...]
Long Beach Black Sox 2nd at BreederRupp, End 7 year run
From the Long Beach Black Sox website: The Long Beach Black Sox ended their 7 year stint as one of the most successful teams in California winning 32 tournaments. They played their last game on a cold Saturday night at El Dorado Park losing to Gerald Pyle and J&B 9-5. Corey Avery got the save and also was 2-3 with a long 3 run home run and a RBI single in the win. Pyle … [Read more...]
Argentina Third in International Test Match
From Jorge Martin, Head of Media and Communication, Softball Confederation Argentina [Google Translation] Argentina ended their participation in the International Test Match climbing the top step of the podium, ahead of Australia Green by 4 to 0 in the match for third place. Once again Juan Potolicchio did a job as a surgeon from the circle, shutting the home team and … [Read more...]
Featured Post – End of the line for Rivershark Twins
While still awaiting an official announcement (which has now come, see below), we've been told that the Kitchener Rivershark Twins have ceased operations effective immediately. A couple of players have already signed with the Jarvis/Broken Bow team, strengthening last year's ISC World Champion, while others are said to be weighing their options. Despite their all too … [Read more...]