The Class of 2004 Hall of Famer was 69 years old. Mary Ellen Grossman, Derek Grudinskas, David Proctor, David Smith, Zach Soolman, 2009 1990 Don, Jeff, & Derek January, 4. The Jumbos are clearly one of the most competitive teams in New England each spring. The Boston Red Sox were established in 1901 as one of eight clubs to enter into the newly founded American League. Lee was a member of the BPL Umpiring Staff for the last 25 years, being recognized as the Umpire of the Year in 1993. George Banks, Jack Fahey*, Buzzy Goldstein, Joe Keleher*, Jake Powers*, Paul Iggy Reddish*, John Riley. Taglienti, a two-time All-American, was selected by the hometown Boston Red Sox in the Casey also earned accolades for his work as an umpire in the league. After his military obligation, Tony became an active member of the Boston Park League, serving in different capacities on various teams, mainly from the Mattapan area of Boston. New comments Hall of Fame Search. Dick Paster & Frank Passanesi. https://ov14bc . Gerry Bilodeau, Sean Fay,Steve Hueston, Darwin Mesa, Mike OLeary, Chino Roman, 2019 Championships, earned one NCAA Tournament berth and had a player drafted professionally. Doug MacNeil 1997 Association. John Kelliher* 1982 Their battles with the Bryan Club and McCormack Club were classics, drawing upwards of 12,000 fans in the playoffs. They will be remembered forever. football team, he finished his career on the gridiron with 55 receptions and eight The farm system has some reinforcements coming for the lineup. Rick Hoffman 2013 Al Morelli 1994 Frank Niles 2002 Brian Reilly 2014 1991 Jack loved baseball and golf, not necessarily in that order. Paul Carey*, Bill Cunningham*, Roland Gariepy Sr.*, Jim Hadfield, Lloyd Hill, Ralph Tracy*, Don Ulwick*, Nick Vertullo*, Bob Wilkinson*. A defenceman, Park played in the National Hockey League (NHL) for the New York Rangers, Boston Bruins and Detroit Red Wings. Coach Pierce is currently #3 on the Boston Park League Career Hits leaderboard and was inducted into the league's Hall of Fame in 2022. He was 67. George Katz 1999 Len joined the Boston Fire Dept. Dorchesters Charles Curly Peterson and Ed Neal were inducted into the Boston Park Leagues Hall of Fame at the leagues Hall of Fame dinner held last Friday (April 8) at Moseleys on the Charles in Dedham. Krupnick coached Holliston High from 1974-2006 and his teams posted an overall record of 408-311. Pat Franzosa 2003 Mark Krukonis 2012 He had a long and productive career in the Park League, interruptedby a 2-year stint in the Air Force. Derek January 2012 Most batters struggled to make contact, particularly left handed hitters. Just to get rid . Jesse Washington examines Holcombe Rucker's impact on summer hoops and his lasting effect on . LaForest played third base for the last two months of the 1945 season with the Boston Red Sox, hitting .250 (51-for-204) with 2 home runs, 16 RBI, and 25 runs scored in 52 games. Joe Reardon, BPLHall of Famer 1984, passed away on December 28, 2014. Chris Plant 2014 Brian Tanguy Assistant Coach. He played at Hartford & Pawtucket, high minors. Al Festa* 1982 Ralph Cecere 2000 Emmons pitched for the Supreme Saints from 1971 to 1979. Louie was an outstanding left-handed pitcher for the Carlevale Braves and the Supreme Saints. The Boston Park League is the oldest amateur baseball league in the United States, founded in 1929. Steve signed a contract with the Milwaukee Braves in 1958, and donated his bonus money to his father who started Ryder Sand & Gravel in Milford, NH. He helped found the Triple D's team which joined the Park League in DiggityDog 2 Minutes for Ruffing. Baseball Team 1975-1996, Coach Bob Crockers All-Time Boston University Baseball Team (1963-1973), Coach Harry Cleverlys All-Time B.U. George Banks 1995 In 1874 the first standardized baseballs were manufactured at 39 Green Street, Jamaica Plain, by Louis Mahn. Albie attended Boston Latin where he played baseball, football, and hockey, and graduated in 1943. The following positions players are depicted on their Hall of Fame plaques wearing a Red Sox cap insignia. The Brighton junior can hit them a mile, has a terrific arm, and covers center field with great speed. Tamayo Manzanillo 2019 February 26, 2023 | 00:00:30. He grew up in the Mission Hill Section of Roxbury. of the outs he recorded was against major league veteran Will Clark. He then commissioned into the Marine Corps. The Museum is as eclectic as the Game itself, including exhibits highlighting art and photography that you'll find on the first floor. The Park League continues to hold their Annual Golf Tournament at the Easton CC, and he never missed a tournament. Open schedule in new window Charlie Hanafin* 1998 John grew up in the Neponset section of Dorchester, playing baseball for the champion St. Anns CYO team, prior to attending Boston English High School, where he attained All-Star and All-City of Boston status, playing centerfield for legendary coach Bill Stewart Jr. (BPL-HOF 1982). Lee was a passenger in a tragic small plane accident in mid-July, 2016, a few miles from the Norwood Airport. Coach Bill Mahoneys All-Time B.U. Curley Peterson 2021 He went 11-2 in 1972, then posted a 31-9 record over the next 3 years. Charlie Ferro 1994 In 1971 playing for the Cuba Club of Boston in the Roberto Clemente, Spanish-American League, he was named to the All-Star Team which toured the Caribbean and played the National Teams of Puerto Rico and Curacao. LaForest is one of many ballplayers who only appeared in the major leagues during World War II. Marty Nastasia 2012 He joined the Crosby Club at the age of 17. and pitcher/outfielder John Casey was the Most Valuable Player. Frank originally came from Dorchester, played for Bill Stewart at Boston English High School, worked for Boston Edison for over 30 years, and settled in Sagamore Beach near Buzzards Bay, Cape Cod. He was an integral part of the Boston Park League dating back to 1986. Coach Brian Tanguy joined the Varsity Baseball staff in 2021. Cliff Branch, wide receiver. Hal Crosby* 1982 Paul Gallivan* 1983 A five for six, 6 RBI game in a BU win over Brandeis. Nov 2, 2019 2,035 4,001. 02118. George & Frank Catarius. Add to Cart. From 1901 through 1907, the team was known as the Boston Americans. Artie ONeil 1992 Save the date: https://bit.ly/2021-bpl-dinner The 16 players on that team were selected from over 1,400 players who tried out. Enjoy good food when road-tripping between Boston and New York. Situated in Hyde Park and overlooking the scenic Hudson River, the Culinary Institute of America is a culinary school . He entered the Boston Park League and became one of the premier all-star pitchers with the Supreme Saints and the Jerry McCarthy Club. Pickie Walles was another major contributor. Jack came into the Park League in the early 50s and teamed up with Jim Collier as the two dominant left handed pitchers, playing for the Champion Boston Elks and the McCormack Club. Lefty was a Korean Veteran and passed away on Independence Day. 22Brad Park. Bob Kurkjian* 1984 1997 Mel Accardi*, Bob Baggett*, Curtis Fullerton*, Jim Gilpatrick, Bill Guest*, Bill Hogan*, Jack Leonard* , Joe Mannke*, John Red ONeil*. Also the tight end on 1979's undefeated Tobin Harvey 2003 A two RBI game in a 3-1 Terrier win over The US Naval Academy and Heisman Trophy winner Roger Staubach. Jerry Leone* 1991 Paul Hunter* 1987 On the Museum's third floor, " Chasing the Dream " honors Hank Aaron's legacy, while "Sacred Ground" examines the evolution of ballparks. Dan Roberts* 1982 It was built between 1843 and 1853 using ancient Greek architecture as inspiration, and is 68 . Order your Hall of Fame Ring now. John Casey 1999 He retired as a teacher from Woburn H.S. John Skip Landry 2000 A Dorchester/Milton guy, he played baseball for Coach Eddie Pellegrini at BC, along with playing out of Town Field in the Park League. Art Nowell* 1982 Josh also found time to volunteer for Steve Buckleys (Boston Herald Sports writer) annual Old timers Baseball game in Cambridge, a charitable event. He was also a Class A handball player at the Huntington YMCA and the L. Street Bathhouse in South Boston. He was elected President of the league in 1989. Ted Lyons* 1986 The National Baseball Hall of Fame features over 300 members in its famous Plaque Gallery, but the path for 37 of them was longer than the rest. A career in the Park League that spanned 11 years, he averaged well over .300, and hit the long ball with the best of them. Tony Felder, Neil Lojek, Mike Marvelle, Tom Otto, Frank Passanesi*, John Rotman, Jack Valinote*. 01, 2023, 6:00 a.m. 9. George Carey* 1998 Jim Collyer passed away at the age of 90. The Hall of Fame Induction Luncheon was sponsored by Nicole's Pizza, Sanitrol Building Maintenance Corporation, Catering by Sebastians, and Olympia Flower Store and proceeds of the event benefitted athletics programs for Cathedral High School student-athletes. Nick Starusky 2019 They played their home games at Dorchester Town Field, and drew tremendous crowds. Jethroe received a physical deferment from military service in World War II. The Boston Park League and the Yawkey Baseball League of Greater Boston are two of the premier amateur/semi-pro baseball leagues in Massachusetts. He was inducted into the Boston Park League Hall of Fame in 1987. "It's a competitive . Mark Driscoll 1995 Rusty Garber 1990 His support of the Park League never wavered over the last 25 years. These beloved Boston Park League friends once graced the ballfields of our city, but have moved on to the perfectly manicured fields in the sky. Baseball Team (1946-1962). Cosmo Nicastro 2012 Steve taught at Marian High, Coolidge Jr. High School, Natick, was the Athletic Director at Framingham State College, as well as a counselor in continuing education. 2001 He was the field manager of the ADSL Club (All Dorchester Sports League), and produced highly competitive teams year in and year out, playing his home games at Dick Caseys Dorchester Town Field. [1] Bruins tillhr den exklusiva skaran "Original Six" ("de sex ursprungliga") tillsammans med Chicago Blackhawks, Detroit . Hall of Fame; Alumni Tracker; MLB Draft Results; MULTIMEDIA. He played four games in Fenway Park where, in 1962, he led the Hearst tournament in RBIs and was voted outstanding player in one of the Fenway games. In 1971 playing for the Cuba Club of Boston in the Roberto Clemente, Spanish-American League, he was named to the All-Star Team which toured the Caribbean and played the National Teams of Puerto Rico and Curacao. One of the other three outfielders on the 16 member team was Tony Conigliaro who would join the Red Sox the next year. Oakland/Los Angeles Raiders, 1972-1985. They called him Sugar, maybe because he had a sweet swing, or maybe because many Charlestown Townies were labeled with nicknames during his era. Ken Wood 1997 He also umpired in the Greater Boston area for 30 years, at times working games in the Dominican Republic and Venezuela. Emmons worked at Channel 5 for over 30 years, moved to the Cape, and coached the Sturgis Charter School Baseball Team. Kevin OLeary 2007 He was with the team when they accomplished a Three-peat championship run in 1995, 1996 and 1997. He also earned a master's degree in edcuation at Tufts in May 1983. Andrews Camp. He was 63. BPL Vice President Franz Strassmann has appeared in many movies, including The Box with Cameron Diaz, and as a Gotham City police officer in Dark Knight Rises. Pete Moyer 2017 document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); Saturday, 10/13 vs Brown 1pm, TWI Field Mary was the Assistant Commissioner for the City of Boston Parks and Recreation Department under Mayor Thomas Menino. Hennessey attended Cornell, where she was a first team all-American as a junior and senior, as well as a 3-time all Ivy League midfielder. Arthur managed his own batting school in Stoneham. Commissioned by King Ludwig I of Bavaria and designed and built from Kelheim limestone by Leo von Klenze, the Ruhmeshalle - Hall of Fame - is a Doric colonnade with a wide main range and two wings. Tom Bilodeau Sr. & Tom Bilodeau Jr. 2. Harvey Mills* 1987 Jeff Toussaint 2006 leauge, and that's why we've sent so many kids there during my time at Tufts. "We didn't expect to win. Paul Desimone, Louie Ditullio*, John Harrington, Doug MacNeil, Jim Mello, Chris Patsos, Ken Wood. Required fields are marked *. He flew 232 combat missions, survived being shot down twice, and was awarded numerous medals, ribbons and commendations. After a post-graduate year at Exeter, Tom entered Harvard College, where he became a three-sport athlete and set several Harvard records in baseball and football. Harvey Krupnick* 1994 Cliff Branch, a three-time All-Pro receiver with the Raiders, led the league in touchdowns twice and won three Super Bowl rings. 2004 Bob St. John 1982 Those in bold have the Red Sox listed as their "primary team" by the Hall of Fame. 1980. Bob Wilkinson, BPL Hall of Famer 1993, passed away on February 28, 2020. tenure. Stephen C. Ryder, BPL Hall of Famer 1987, passed away on November 2, 2018. Dennis Regan 2011 Boston Park League Football | Boston MA Jack Heanue* 1992 He had a very stylish left handed pitcher with a high kick and delivered straight over the top. Fran Matthews* 1987 He . I think the only reason debates like this even happen is the Hip Hop Hall of Fame isn't prominent enough at this point in time, so people feel the need to validate artists who are great but otherwise wouldn't fit into the Rock n Roll Hall . Boston Latin School. Games were played before sell-out crowds of 17,000 each night. Norm Walsh 2004 Len Johnson* 2009 George Catarius* 1983 Doug Clark to be inducted in WMass Baseball Hall of Fame. Steve Higgins 1996 2002 Richard B. Buffington (born April 16, 1945) is an American former football player and coach. Bob Timmons* 1986 He coached baseball, basketball, and football at Marian High, Natick High, Framingham American Legion Baseball, and Framingham State College. The Leverett Connector & Tobin Bridge are named after Gov. Emmons Levine, BPLHall of Famer 2002, passed away December 24, 2015 after a long illness. Steve Ryder* 1987 Bob Defelice 1992 Albie Gould, BPL Hall of Famer 2010, passed away on March 5, 2017. Harvey Soolman, BPL Hall of Famer 2015, passed away on May 13, 2018. Larry Palmer* 2006 Jim Collyer* 1983 Jeff January 2007 Al Bloom* 1991 Tom Bilodeau Sr* 1985 Mike Swiecicki 2009 First baseman Triston Casas impressed last summer and is a prime AL Rookie of the Year candidate, and outfielder/shortstop Cedanne Rafaela is an outstanding defender with 20-20 potential. He played for the Kansas City Cowboys, Philadelphia Phillies and Boston Beaneaters between 1888 and 1901. Your Gerry Kenneally* 1991 Bob Powers* 1991 (as player) and 1994 (as coach) Len Johnson passed away at the age of 88. He played 15 years in the Park League, hanging up his spikes in 1965. He was also the Director of the Baseball Overseas Academies at International Select for 12 years. George & Paul Carey*. Some of Jacks memorable games as a Terrier include: A four for five, 2 HR, 4 RBI , game vs. BC. Lloyd & Larry Hill. At 25 years old, she's tracking to become the youngest player to achieve that milestone. From 1901 through 1907, the team was known as the Boston Americans. As head of the program, he coached a 1988 NCFL Congress winner and NFL Congress runner-up. A longtime fixture in the Boston Park League, the Brookline native had spent the last two seasons coaching the Newton South JV team. Casey's roots with the program are deep. John Brosnahan* 1994 Jake Powers* 1995 Arthur Fate 1990 Walt Bentson 2005 Entdecke David Ortiz Boston Red Sox ""Hall of Fame"" Bobblehead (Fenway Park SGA 2020) in groer Auswahl Vergleichen Angebote und Preise Online kaufen bei eBay Kostenlose Lieferung fr viele Artikel! Hennessey ended her career with 101 goals. Dick Graham* 1986 NEW! Charlie Bird* 1982 Florida, a neighbor to his longtime teammate and Park League Hall of Famer Ron Dutchie Howlett. Joe Flanagan was a World War II veteran serving in both the U.S. Navy and the U.S. Marines. Shared with Public Grid view Feed View 1 Share Connect with Boston Park League on Facebook Log In or Create new account Individuals and institutions from across the country turn to The History Museum for research . After serving in the states executive offices, Mr. Hogan was a district court judge, and was the father of 10 children. Milford finished second in the tournament. Jim Gilpatrick 1989 . Brian OLeary 2021 Brian Connors 1999 Baseball was his game. Visiting hours Monday 4-8PM. He joined the Carlevale Braves in the early 60s, player-managed by Mike Donato and general manager Tom Menino, the former Mayor of Boston He pitched for the 1969 BPL Champion Craven Club, and finished up with the Supreme Saints. "It's good baseball," he continued. He was a member of the 2001 State Championship Team, and . Stephen Ryder, 79, was a 21 year heart transplant survivor. Phil Kelly, BPL Hall of Famer 1984, passed away at the age of 93on September 29, 2016. Fenway Park. 105 are deceased. As captain in his senior year, he led the Terriers to the 1965 GBL Championship, while hitting .410 and leading the league in RBIs and doubles. He became a coach afterwards, beginning in 1968 with Bristol Community College. and the Suffolk County Probation Dept. Will Jackman* 1983 In addition to beinga member of the Boston Park League Hall of Fame, he was a United States Army Veteran who proudly served in the Korean War. Many individuals have flourished within Casey's system. The Honorable Ray Flynn, Boston Mayor, once said of Joe, I recall as a 17 year old kid from South Boston, playing against many great professional, amateur and college baseball players Joe Reardons knuckle ball [was an]early challenge that I had to encounter.. Tournament in Johnstown, PA. This page has been created for a Boston Park League Football reunion that will be held Saturday, Sept. 21, 2013 at the. 1982 Charter Members The Boston Park League is the oldest amatuer baseball league in the Father Paul Gallivan*, Hank Geary*, Will Jackman*, Hal Kallenberg*, Tony Karem*, Gene Lovett*, Charles Gubby McArdle*, Walt Mortimer, Tony Settino*, Paul Wennik. Bill Gutfarb 1998 SUMMARY Career WAR 47.7 AB 8225 H 2452 HR 382 BA .298 R 1249 RBI 1451 SB 58 OBP .352 SLG .502 OPS .854 OPS+ 128 Jim Rice Overview Minor Lg Stats Splits Batting Career 1974 1975 1976 1977 1978 1979 1980 1981 1982 1983 1984 1985 1986 1987 1988 1989 Game Logs Coley Lyons 2015 Ron Dutchie Howlett 1988 The Intercity League's Hall of Fame Ceremony and Awards Dinner has been scheduled for Thursday evening June 8, 2023 at Anthony's in Malden. Mike Marvelle 2001 proud of this honor.". Just $50 for 52 Issues in the continental US. Jim Mulry 1998 Pete Varney 1985 Hall of Fame with 1984 team NE Amateur Athletic Union Hall of Fame 2014 Varsity Baseball Coach-Hingham HS 2012-present Boston Globe Coach of the Year 2013 Hingham Harbormen 2013 Massachusetts State Champs Div. Bill Benson*, Charlie Bird*, Dick Casey*, Hal Crosby*, Bob Cusick*, Al Festa*, Red Johnson*, John Kelliher*, Gerry McCarthy*, John MacDonald*, Art Nowell*, Dan Roberts*, Bob St. John, Bill Stewart Jr.*. Fame on Friday night (Nov. 13) at Lantana's in Randolph. Doors open at 6:15PM. 1988 There are 10 sets of brothers: They include John & Reggie MacDonald. Rick Baugh, Dick Red Conley*, Bill Daly*, Steve Higgins, Reggie MacDonald, Eddie Miller*, Tim Whall. Bob Baggett* 1989 Chuck Chevalier 1984 From 1984-1992, Bobby was the manager of the Great Scotts team. In the 50s and 60s, he was one of the most sought after pitchers in E. Mass. Nick Pasquarosa 1987 AS captain of his 1961 Brighton H.S team, he won the league batting title with a .500 batting average and was named a first-team, City of Boston, High School All -Star. Len Johnson, BPL Hall of Famer 2009, passed away on September 1, 2018. Pitcher Jeff Ray Flynn 2013 Don Ulwick* 1993 Phil Kelly* 1984 Phil played third base for the Dick Casey Club, the premier team in the BPL during the 40s, winning 8 league titles in 11 years. Half the town followed the Cardinals wherever they played. When he was inducted into the BPL Hall of Fame, he brought in the largest group of family and friends since the Hall of Fame began 36 years prior. Bill & Jack Mahoney. He will become the team's first Hall of Famer April 2. Bill Conroy, BPL Hall of Famer 1988, passed away on February 18, 2022. From 1984-1994 and from 2005 to the present, he has been a head or assistant coach at Catholic Memorial, Boston. Bill MacDougall 2007 Dennis Semler 2012 In 1944, he won his first batting title with a .353 average, and led the league with 14 doubles and 18 steals. was a recipient of our Dan Roberts Award for umpiring during eight years calling it as he Mark McHugh 2005 Please update your browser or click here Warren Cutlip* 1992 Regarded as the finest amateur baseball tournament in the US the AAABA featured teams from Detroit, Washington, New Orleans, Chicago, Philadelphia, New York, and Milford. Fans can also celebrate baseball's most revered records in . Jack Sugar Whelan, passed away on July 12, 2022. Greg Digirolamo 2009 That included the 1950 league champion Kane Chevrolet, following up the next year with another winner playing with the Boston Elks, and finally the McCormack Club. They are: 1. Frank Petrous 1994 Terence OMalley 2019 He attended Boston College High School, graduating in 2002. Paul Wennik 1983 Casey is a member of New England's Division III Selection and All-Star Joe regularly attended the BPL Annual Alumni Reunion Hall of Fame Banquet with many of his old teammates. dedicated to enriching childrens lives through baseball, dedicated a city-owned field house in Fields Corner, Newton South mourns loss of JV baseball coach Harvey Soolman. Some of Jack's memorable games as a Terrier include: A four for five, 2 HR, 4 RBI , game vs. BC. Phil was a true Townie and dedicated to youth baseball in Charlestown, and was recognized by the City of Boston for his efforts by naming the baseball diamond at the Ryan Playground in his name. Jim McNally* 2002 In 1929, the year the Boston Park League was started, St. Thomas of Jamaica Plain was the first League champion; a feat St . 1962 - An architect presents a proposal to encase Candlestick Park in a plastic screen to shield it from the wind. Glossary | Privacy All Rights Reserved Home of the Pittsburgh Pirates PNC Park, which opened in spring 2001, is an intimate, classic-style ballpark that embraces the progressiveness of Pittsburgh while saluting the spirit of early ballpark originals. Jim played his first official Park League game in 1951, and continued pitching, sometimes in front of thousands of spectators, until he was 63. Tina follows her dad, Tom, Uncle Jim and sister, Maria into the BHS Hall of . Required fields are marked *. If only he can keep refusing those pro offers for another year Larry Strum, sportswriter Boston Globe -April 1964, Jack was named a first- team, Greater Boston League All-Star in both 1963 and 1965. Toggle sidebar. William T. Hogan Jr. served in the Navy, then led Massachusetts states correction, welfare, and human services departments. He was an outstanding outfielder, playing all of his Park League career out of Dorchester Town Field. frames. Steve Hueston 2018 Bernie Accardi, 90, graduated from Roxbury Memorial HS in 1947, where he was captain of the baseball team. The Boston Park League is the oldest amatuer baseball league in the country. Rays @ Red Sox. Take Route 28 south to Cooperstown From Albany and Boston and points east: Take I-90 west to Exit 25A Take I-88 west to Exit 24 Take Route 20 west to Route 80 Take Route 80 south to Cooperstown From Binghamton and points south: Take I-88 east to Exit 17 Take Route 28 north to Cooperstown From Burlington, Vermont, and points north: Brandon Cody 2013 Bob was inducted into the BPL Hall of Fame in 1993 and was elected President of the Boston Park League in 1996 and served 6 years, the second longest tenure in league history. He returned home to play for St. Pauls of Dorchester, winners of 6 Park League titles in 8 years. Many of Boston's parishes and villages had teams in the Park League, which dates back to at least October 1929. It is because of Bobbys efforts that the Larkin Club became a dynasty in 95, 96, and 97 with a 3-peat of BPL championships. Rick Baugh 1996 Avi Nelson 1999 Thread starter Gee Wally; . John Tedeman was a hard throwing righthander who could make a batter wish they were somewhere else. MINNEAPOLIS -- Joe Mauer will become the 38th member of the Twins Hall of Fame in August -- and considering his number has already been retired by the organization, this honor was inevitable, arguably from the moment the greatest catcher in club history announced his retirement following the 2018 season. He stayed with the franchise until 2015, retiring after over fifty-five years of Boston Park League involvement. From 1992-1995, Bob was as assistant baseball coach at Boston University and then from 1992 through 2003 he was the assistant manager for the Larkin Club of the BPL. He was then promoted to Sports Information Director. Extremely talented at both in the field and at bat. He then took up golf, and mastered the game winning back to back championships at the Needham Golf Club. After briefly playing college football at BYU, he played for 17-19 different minor league teams in several leagues. Your email address will not be published. Lou Ditullio* 1997 Harvey Mills, BPL Hall of Famer 1987, passed away on December 24, 2019. He was a 1948 graduate of Mission Church High School who went on to earn an Accounting Degree from Boston College in 1952. In the 6 years between 1989 to 1994, he produced 2 league championships and was in the Finals two of the other 4 years. Frank Porky Porter BPL Hall of Famer 1988, passed away in early April, 2015. JOHN CASEY INDUCTED INTO PARK LEAGUE HALL OF FAME. Joe Lavalle 1988 Jim Keurulainen died on Oct. 29th, 2014, the father of Scott Keurulainen, a 2013 Hall of Fame inductee. Glenroy James 2017 Mass Amherst and played centerfield for the Minutemen for 4 years. Lefty, as Jack was called, had a big year in 1953 going 10-1. Your email address will not be published. Tim Whall 1996 Scores, Schedules, and Results from Boston Park League Baseball Games | Boston Park League Schedules & Scores You are here: Home 1 / Schedules & Scores Open schedule in new window All Teams > Schedule & Scores 2023 Boston Park League Schedule & Scores By Date | By Field No schedule or scores are available. During a nine-year run with Triple D's, J.P. Cubans and the DiSangio John Bitetti, BPL Hall of Famer 1987, passed away on December 16, 2021. Harry Hewes* 1992 Your email address will not be published. Boston's best prospect, shortstop Marcelo Mayer, could make a big league impact in 2024. Saturday, 10/13 vs Brown 3pm, TWI Field. In 2014, the All Dorchester Sports League (ADSL) dedicated a city-owned field house in Fields Corner to longtime coach and mentor. Josh was an assistant baseball coach at U. Tom Bilodeau Jr.* 1988 Bob Power, BPL Hall of Famer 1991, was 82 years old when he passed away on July 26, 2017 after a long illness. Notably for his fans, Curly started for Northeastern against Louis Tiant and the Red Sox in a 1977 game at Fenway Park, striking out George Boomer Scott and Rick Burleson before leaving the game to a standing ovation with his team holding a lead late in the game. I'm really 2000 Date: Saturday, November 13, 1999. Jim Laneau 1985 Dick Paster 1991 During the Vietnam War, Tom flew A7 fighter jets for the 86th Attack Squadron aboard the aircraft carrier USS Coral Sea. Harvey Cohen* 1988 Bob was the lead pitcher on the St. Pauls team of the 50s & 60s that won 6 league championships in 8 years. Casey resides in Milford with his wife, Diane, and four sons. Greg Stack 2014 Your email address will not be published. Josh graduated with degrees from both Boston University and Boston State College. 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