Editor's Note This one from the way-way back machine, pre-internet days. Before Fastpitchwest, there was Al's Fastball; before Al's Fastball there was (Bob Tomlinson's) Fastpitch Chronicle; and before the Fastpitch Chronicle, there was the Fastpitch Bulletin, by Ray Anderson (with ace reporter Betty Stoudt). Ran across this single (front) page while cleaning out some … [Read more...]
The Editor and Maddy Flanagan Among Honorees at Greater San Joaquin Softball District Hall of Fame Event
Editor's Note: Maddy and I are honored to be among those being feted by the Greater San Joaquin Softball District at the Hall and Wall of Fame Ceremonies on Saturday, March 30, 2024 at Lodi, California. Special Guests at the ceremonies will include USA Men's National Team coach Greg Hicks and Stockton softball legend Bill Simoni. .. … [Read more...]
Passing of Wisconsin Fastpitch Legend and Hall of Famer John Miller
Our condolences to friends and family.? From the ISC tribute (see link below for complete) Wisconsin loved John Miller. More specifically Wisconsin fastpitch teams, players and fans really loved John Miller. His resources, generosity and passion for the game made indelible marks on state teams for close to a half century, including the Denmark Dukes, Denmark Circle … [Read more...]
Greg Hicks, USA Softball Men’s National Team Assistant Coach
"A Decade of Experience, Passion and Memories" Cap tip, Tim Dietzen … [Read more...]
Okanagan man leading Canada’s U23 softball program
From the Vernon Morning Star: (Click link to see original article with photo) Township of Spallumcheen chief administrative officer Doug Allin is the head coach for the Canadian Men’s U23 softball team, and an assistant coach for the men’s national team too. Peachland’s Doug Allin, also CAO in Spallumcheen, helped Canada win silver at Pan Am tourney in Argentina RONAN … [Read more...]
Prayers and Support for Sam Forbes (updated 1/3/2022) – Home in Canada
Editor's Note: Most recent update at top, others below at bottom Sammy's Facebook page Update on Sammy, posted 1/3/2022 Rachel and Amanda Forbes: Friends and Family Rally for Sammie - GoFundMe Link Here Update on Sammy, posted 12/15/2021, courtesy Bobby Smith, reposting note from Rachel Forbes: Update on Sammy, posted 12/19/2021, from Rachel … [Read more...]