(more), Thanks Libby, Yes, please send it along if you can find it., Charlie Breitrose on Share Your Memories of the Shootout & Capture of the Boston Marathon Bombers, We seem a bit confused, are we against the stigma or against continuing to teach it? Your email address will not be published. Three years later, he outhit the Babe in an offseason matchup between the Yankees and Hilldale Daisies. JOHN TRAFICANTE- Somerville Elms & Augustines As The figures immortalized here inspired generations. Torrientes legend was built on a national scale in 1920, when he outhit and outhomered Babe Ruth during a nine-game exhibition series in Cuba. Those talents, along with Hills prolific line drives from the plate, earned him comparisons to Ty Cobb and Tris Speaker. As Newbury College Athletic Director, he established baseball as a varsity sport in 2007. Stearnes routinely challenged for home run crowns and stole plenty of bases, too. Dihigos nickname -- El Maestro -- perfectly summed up his preternatural ability. Jim Curley Player (Merchants) KEVIN OBRIEN- Hosmer Chiefs, Medford Mustangs & Somerville Elms Find out the latest about what is going on in town. MATT NOONE-Peter Fuller Club & Holovak & Coughlin He went on to play for Stonehill College, and he got the opportunity of the lifetime, pitching at Fenway Park during theUniversity and College All-Star Game. Coaches exhort hitters to "have an idea" when they go to the plate. As with the bat and glove, when on the mound, he did his job. Wide receiver A.J. JOE SANTAGATE- Andre Chiefs 617-458-9561 He was also influential in organizing the first Negro League World Series in 1924. Now sit back and enjoy the acknowledgement of others. Theres no substitute for experiencing it first hand. Ellis Sonny Lane, Chiefs The following announcement was provided by DEAFinitely, Inc.: After college, Centola began playing in the Intercity League, and began coaching. Inaugurated in 2020 but delayed a year due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Hall of Fame is intended to recognise and honour players that have achieved great success and made a significant contribution to the league since its founding in 1992. Smiths sweeping curveball, honored on his Hall of Fame plaque, was his calling card. While arm injuries moved Mndez from pitcher to shortstop in the mid-1910s, he later returned to the mound in style, pitching a shutout in the decisive game of the inaugural 1924 Negro League World Series. I can't seem to express, Linda Scott on OP-ED: How Safe is Watertown from a Bio Lab Emergency? He was flashy, known for calling his shots years before Babe Ruth did, and his combination of skill and showmanship made him one of the early drawing cards in African-American baseball. The Boston Metro Baseball League (BMBL) honors those elite players who have exceeded expectations on the baseball field while also making a substantial impact on our league. Joe Driscoll, Umpire 2 and 3 team against the Div. The election came with some controversy and has been followed by silence. The first-ever class of inductees was on October 9, 2020, consisting of 13 individuals who have contributed to the leagues creation and continued success over its first 10 years of existence in a variety of ways. Coaches exhort hitters to have an idea when they go to the plate. Centola got cut from youth baseball at the age of 7. [3], The first two inductees were originally to be announced in March 2020,[11] but the announcement was postponed due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Its teams also play in the Northern Premier League or the Irish Hockey League. Green has more touchdown catches than Thomas (63) but slightly fewer receiving yards (9,763). Don January Umpire 1, 2023 12:39 p.m. EST. DAVE TALLENT-Hosmer Chiefs With Centola, batting and fielding credentials tell two-thirds of the story. The Celtic League Cup is an ice hockey league contested by teams from both Scotland and Ireland. He started a club baseball team at the college. Centola played for 10 years in the very competitive adult baseball league for the Arlington-based Grannan Club, which turned into Holovack and Coughlin. When I was a sophomore we had a very good team at Stonehill, Centola said. Recently, the Watertown Youth Hockey community came together for their annual fundraiser, and also paid tribute to a hockey mom who recently lost her battle with cancer. Mike Romano-Andre Chiefs & Somerville Red Sox Contributors/Administrators No waiting period for eligibility. Charlie Patterson, Reading GORDIE LEWIS- Hosmer Chiefs He did not give up and would play with the other River Rats at the park along the Charles River near Charles River Road. Few pitchers won more decisions over the first two decades of Negro League play than Lefty Cooper, a fixture of the Detroit Stars' and Kansas City Monarchs rotations. [15] The 2022 nominees were: On this Wikipedia the language links are at the top of the page across from the article title. Kansas City won six Negro American League pennants and one Negro League World Series title with Smith coming out of the bullpen. The next year, a further eight players were inducted. Whites greatest contribution was likely his first book, History of Colored Baseball, which provided the first in-depth anthology of African-American ballplayers before the Negro Leagues formed in 1920. RALPH WALKER- Hosmer Chiefs, Johnny Ball- Boston Typos Here he is seen playing for Stonehill College. Through the years, Centola also worked in the Watertown Public Schools and for Watertown Recreation. Even in advanced age, Paige still befuddled many a big league hitter. Dave Ellegood Merchants The Hall of Fame committee wrote up the following profile of Centola: Presence is defined as the impressive manner, appearance, bearing or air of a person. STEVE LANE- Augustines/Cremone As JAKE DILLARD-Lexington Blue Sox The Intercity Baseball League Hall of Fame induction dinner will be held on Saturday, Nov. 11, 2017, at Montvale Plaza in Stoneham. [12][13] Along with 2021 inaugural inductees Thierry Henry and Alan Shearer, a fan vote determined additional inductees; the inaugural nominees were:[14], Players in bold were inducted for the Premier League Hall of Fame that year. A man remembered even more for the awestruck stories he inspired than his statistics, Paige was named by many who saw him -- black and white -- as the greatest pitcher who ever lived. I have hope that as a result,. ERIC POLING- Lexington Blue Sox Green will be remembered by plays like this Hall Mary TD catch in triple coverage. Nominations can be submitted here. FRAN DEANGELIS- Hosmer Chiefs The 2023 season will be the last in which the playoff has a four-team format. These days Peter Centola can be seen around Watertown's recreation facilities as the town's Director of Recreation, but in his younger days baseball was his life. Green is comparable to Demaryius Thomas, the former Broncos star. The BBWAA elected Bob Lemon and Robin Roberts; the Veterans Committee elected Fred Lindstrom, Cal Hubbard and Roger Connor; and the Negro Leagues Committee elected Oscar Charleston. Denny Drinkwater, Merchants Whether patrolling the first base bag, digging into the left hand batter's box or glaring in from the mound, Pete Centola carried presence. RICK GLYNN UMB 85, Congratulations Peter it is well earned ROCK -N-Roll forever. Peter Centola, right, coached baseball at UMass-Boston from 1985-91, and one of his players, Steve Coffey (left), was picked in the Major League Baseball draft. Manley operated the Newark Eagles, alongside her husband, Abe, for 13 seasons, handling the clubs promotions, travel schedules and contract negotiations in addition to many other behind-the-scenes tasks. Smith often played Robin to Satchel Paiges Batman, spelling Paige in relief for the Monarchs. Teams of "great achievement" for at least 1 season. Wilsons career average settled near .360, right on par with Josh Gibson for the Negro Leagues best all-time mark. The AFA has been in operation for 43 years and is not affiliated with any other national semi-pro/minor league organization. He wore wooden shin guards to protect himself from spikings at second base, and he was repeatedly on alert for beanings at home plate. Intercity League Baseball Hall of Fame Inductees, Chuck Andre Chiefs More >, Gibsons exclusion from the Major Leagues evokes as many what ifs as any Negro League star. In 1917, Santop collected six hits off Major League All-Stars Chief Bender and Bullet Joe Bush in an exhibition series. FRAN FUSCO Medford Mustangs The consensus pick as the Negro Leagues best third baseman, Johnsons glovework evoked comparisons to Major League stars Pie Traynor and Brooks Robinson. Charlie BreitroseMothers from the Watertown Youth Hockey skated a lap of honor in memory of their friend Jami Curley at John A. Ryan Arena. He fielded 11 separate Hall of Fame players on his roster at various points, aggressively assembling top-end clubs year-in and year-out. Harry Mehos- Augustine As (more). He led the Giants to the 1951 pennant, and helped them capture their final World Series title in New York three years later. The Negro Leagues and African-American baseball at large often rivaled the Major Leagues, both at the gates and in the national consciousness, in the first half of the 20th century. JON DREW-Somerville Red Sox, Andre Chiefs, Lynnfield White Sox, Guinness Club, & Gately As When the color line was drawn for good in 89, restricting African Americans from the International League, Grant went on to star for the Cuban Giants and other African-American ballclubs until the turn of the century. Charlie BreitroseThe City Council voted to replace the artificial turf at Victory Field with a new artificial surface. The Premier League Hall of Fame honours the leading association football players that have played in the Premier League, the top level of the English football league system. Dr. Richard Morelli, Rams For information on the dinner please contact Dinner Chairman Orazio Azzarello at 617-839-6843. 2023 inductees Eric Jacobsen, Joe Jackson, Brittany Kouandjio, Bryce Perkins and Karen Self at the 2023 Chandler Sports Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony, Saturday, February 18, 2023, in Chandler . CFP executive director Bill Hancock also said North Carolina State AD Boo Corrigan will serve as the chairman of the committee for another season. STEVE DALEY-Andre Chiefs They left their mark, brought fans together, and made dreams come true. Sammy Steed As & Blue Sox He teamed up with Gibson to form the equivalent of the Yankees Lou Gehrig and Babe Ruth, leading the Grays to nine Negro National League pennants and five Negro League World Series appearances. The ICL will welcome in the following inductees on June 8: Chuck Andre Chiefs [], The ICL managers have cast their ballots and the votes have been tabulated!! But thats likely selling him short. John Brickley, As Watertown's Peter Centola will be inducted into the Intercity Baseball Hall of Fame. KEVIN LOFTUS-Peter Fuller, Lynnfield & Gately Rams BILL COOKE- Lexington Blue Sox Karens mother, Nana, also shares the Centola home. Through the years, Centola also worked in the Watertown Public Schools and for Watertown Recreation. Use of this website (including any and all parts and components) constitutes your acceptance of these. He was a consistent .300 hitter, too, known for spraying the ball to all fields and driving in runs in the clutch. Rob Santo- Medford Mustangs & Augustine As https://www.tiktok.com/@baseballhall?lang=en. Contributors/Administrators Responsible for building and enhancing the FCBL or a franchise, Committee Members will attend the regularly scheduled selection meetings as set by the Commissioner, Approve only those individuals who had significant contributions to the FCBL, Evaluate and update the policies and operational procedures and provide recommendations to the Commissioner for positive change, Keep all action of the Selection Committee confidential. As part of the inaugural class of 2021, eight players were inducted; Alan Shearer, Thierry Henry, Eric Cantona, Roy Keane, Frank Lampard, Dennis Bergkamp, Steven Gerrard, and David Beckham. A maximum of 10 individuals will be inducted into the Hall of Fame every other year. Shawn Tobin, Blue Sox, Harry Red Butland ICL Founder (North Cambridge) Watertown News is an independent, locally owned news website. Bob Gibbs Manager-Official (Arlex) Pete Frates- Lexington Blue Sox Ed Larson- Augustine As Foster, the "father of black baseball, was named by legendary sluggers like Frank Chance and Honus Wagner as one of the greatest pitchers they ever faced. When a pitcher asked Hall of Fame manager Leo Durocher how he should pitch Suttles in an exhibition, Durocher replied, Just pitch and pray.. Mackey taught Campanella the nuances of catching in the late 1930s, and the future Dodgers legend would pay homage to his mentor during his 1959 farewell speech. That advice was not lost on Centola who time and again would get the job done in a multitude of situations. Taylor was the Negro Leagues premier first baseman before Buck Leonards arrival, and Leonard would credit Taylor with teaching him the finer points of the position. The group includes first-time eligible candidates Darrelle Revis and Joe . Wilson ranked among the strongest men to step foot on a Negro League diamond, earning the nickname Boojum for the sound of his line drives bouncing off the outfield walls. His baseball career did not get off to an auspicious start. The Monarchs featured plenty of star power as they claimed six Negro American League pennants in the late 1930s and early 40s, but Home Run Brown -- as he was called by none other than Josh Gibson -- was probably their biggest lineup threat. An all around athlete, Centola, who in 1978 graduated from St. Patrick's High School in Watertown having been chosen Herald All- Scholastic in basketball as a senior and the Catholic Suburban League MVP in baseball following both his junior and senior years, also flashed an above average glove at first base, saving numerous infield errors with agility that complemented his 6'4 target. Then he became athletic director at Newbury College, where he restarted baseball as a club sport and later became a varsity team. These days Peter Centola can be seen around Watertowns recreation facilities as the towns Director of Recreation, but in his younger days baseball was his life. His career tailed off after signing as a free agent with the Cardinals in 2021. BILLY DUNN- Hosmer Chiefs, Medford Mustangs & Augustines As SHAWN BRICKMAN-Medford Mustangs, Andre Chiefs & Powderhouse Pub He started a club baseball team at the college. Suttles hit the first homer in the history of the East-West All-Star Game in 1933, and he won the exhibition with a walk-off, three-run blast in the 11th inning two years later. JESSE SARZANA- Gately Rams Mike Kotarski, Blue Sox Every one a Hall of Famer. Jack Repetto- Arlex Oilers The doors of the Intercity League's Hall of Fame will swing open for 23 new members on Saturday, November 15. The Intercity Leagues Hall of Fame Ceremony and Awards Dinner has been scheduled for Thursday evening June 8, 2023 at Anthonys in Malden. Centola played for 10 years in the very competitive adult baseball league for the Arlington-based Grannan Club, which turned into Holovack and Coughlin. Listed below in alphabetical order by last name are the current members of the BMBL Hall of Fame. This tool lists Green as having only 50.86 points in the system, less than half the total (103.63) of an "average" Hall of Fame wideout. Second base was just the beginning for the lanky Cuban native, who would master every position on the diamond save catcher as he filled out his frame. Atlantic City, New Jersey - September 2-4, 2023. More >. Dave Caiazzo, As Leagues Hall of Fame. For players to be eligible for induction into the Premier League Hall of Fame, several criteria are taken into consideration, primarily players who have an "exceptional record of on-pitch success and have shown significant contribution" since the inception of the Premier League in 1992. The CFP on Wednesday announced the three new members that would be replacing Wyoming AD Tim Burman, Colorado AD Rick George and former Penn State and NFL player John Urschel on the panel that chooses the four teams that play for the national championship. In 1947, Brown got a brief shot at the Majors with the St. Louis Browns, knocking the first AL homer by an African-American player. 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