By GIB SNYDER III , Observer Today I highly doubt anyone in the area spent as much time as I did over the past week watching the International Softball Congress' World Fastball Tournament on the ISC Network. I do not blame you. After all, it is summer and there are only so many warm days left until the cold and snow finds its way back to Western New York. For me, however, it … [Read more...]
Passing of Clint Beane
Our deepest condolences to Kyle Beane and family at the passing of his father, Clint Beane. Clint was a longtime fixture with the Midland Explorers, one of the longest running men's open teams in the world. He will be missed by many. Clinton R. Beane Died: June 17, 2015 Clinton Robert "Chet" Beane, 67, passed away Wednesday morning June 17 at Mid-Michigan Regional Hospital, … [Read more...]
In Memory of Joel Langford
From ISC Canada East: In memory of Joel Langford, please make a donation to the Canadian Mental Health Association or another charity of your choice supporting mental health. An opportunity to donate online is at the link, along with details on the funeral services. Click here for funeral service information. … [Read more...]
Passing of Joel Langford
From Blair Setford It is with profound sadness that the Mississauga Arrows and Toronto Gators share the news of the passing our teammate and friend Joel Langford on Tuesday June 2. We deeply appreciate all of the kind words that have been shared on social media. It's tragic that we've lost Joel so young. He was a wonderful young man with a tremendous future both in the game … [Read more...]
Remember their names
Click link to view video. Navy Vet Ron White Honors the Lives of the Fallen For those who gave everything that we may breathe free, we honor you. Memorial Day 2015 … [Read more...]
#GoSilent this Memorial Day at 12:01 PM EDT
This Memorial Day, remember to Honor the Fallen Go Silent this Memorial Day (Monday May 25, 2015) at 12:01 PM EDT (9:00 AM PDT) This Memorial Day, Iraq And Afghanistan Veterans Of America, Inc.(IAVA) will lay a wreath before the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier at Arlington National Cemetery at 12:01 EDT. Gather your friends and family across the country and pause with us for a … [Read more...]
In Memory of Kay Alvey
Kay Alvey passed away on April 17 of pneumonia, brought on by a 20-year affliction of Inclusion Body Myositis. She was age 68. Her obituary can be seen here (or below) Kay holds a unique position in ISC and softball in general. She was the wife of Vaughn Alvey who was ISC all-World in 1980 and the mother of Brett Alvey who was ISC all-World in 1992. Service details are … [Read more...]