Update Monday, September 3: Bob is finally out of ICU. He is progressing slowly but hopefully he will be home soon. We are sorry to report that Bob Chapel had a heart attack. He is in ICU. Prayers for Bob. The latest report on Sunday morning: Bob is still in ICU, they have removed the nitro drip. He is looking better, but weak. Thanks for the prayers. … [Read more...]
Jim Williamson honored for meritorious service as sponsor and coach
Editor's note: We are delighted to share this announcement with our readers. It is fitting that the honor comes to Jim at the 52nd Annual Seattle Invite, with "52" being the magic number - it was 1952 when Jim's involvement in the game began. Fastpitch in the state of Washington and beyond are synonymous with three initials: "JRW". He has been a player, sponsor and … [Read more...]
2012 ISC Hall of Fame – Final ticket sale and printed program
We are pleased to share the ISC Hall of Fame Breakfast program, courtesy of HOF chairman, John Thompson. ISC Hall of Fame Breakfast Tickets Final opportunity for sale of tickets to the ISC Hall of Fame breakfast is today (Saturday) at the ISC Registration Desk in the Great Hally Lobby of the Valley Plaza Resort in Midland MI between 8:00 am and 4:00 pm. Tickets are $20 … [Read more...]
Santa Monica Observer Article on Dave Blackburn
By Mitch Chortkoff, Sports Editor, Santa Monica Observer In my younger days I played on a Slo-Pitch softball team at various local parks. It was a lot of fun and a few times we won the league championship. I was just average, but our pitcher, Dave Blackburn, was outstanding. He was known well beyond Southern California. In fact, he was known all over the … [Read more...]
Passing of Dennis Neuman – Service June 16, 2012
We regret to report the passing of San Diego area fastpitch player Dennis Neuman. Funeral service information, courtesy of Ron Wood Sr.: The softball community, of San Diego, has lost another of its players. Dennis Neuman, recently passed away from cancer. Dennis, along with Danny Regas, were the best ambidextrous players I ever saw. Infield righthanded, outfield … [Read more...]
No place like the ballpark, Hickson native appointed ISC’s regional commissioner for Canada east
By Ron Thomson, Sentinel-Review HICKSON - Ever since he was a boy Hickson’s Kyle Smith loved spending time at the ballpark. He found a way to spend even more time at the diamond when he joined the International Softball Congress (ISC) as a broadcaster in 2006. Now, Smith is getting even more involved with the sport he loves. Last month, the ISC appointed Smith as … [Read more...]
Adam Folkard and Nick Norton ready for more men’s softball
Adam Folkard and Nick Norton ready for more men's softball Monday, March 19, 2012 Hawker, Canberra — Coming off a national championship win for the Australian Capital Territory (ACT) men's open team in mid-February, Australia men's national softball team representatives Nick Norton and Adam Folkard are getting ready for more softball later this year, including the Australian … [Read more...]