Fw: 06.26.26 Game Recap

🔥 Winter Haven Senior Softball — Record‑Setting Slugfest Recap 🔥

If you missed Friday’s game, you missed a classic. Three teams combined for 69 total runs, a number that might stand as a league record. The bats were scorching, the fielding… well, let’s just say it had that unmistakable senior‑softball charm.

 

🥇 Team Ayers (Visiting) — 28 Runs

Ayers’ crew came out swinging and never cooled off.

• Nester: 5‑for‑5, pure consistency.
• Manny: 5‑for‑5, matching Nester stride for stride.
• Rahilean: 4‑for‑5, driving in runs like clockwork.

Every inning felt like a highlight reel — line drives, gap shots, and smart base running that kept the scorekeeper busy.

 

⚾ Team Hill (Middle/Sitting) — 19 Runs

Hill’s squad played with brains and hustle.

• Cruz: launched a towering homer, plating four runs.
• Hill himself pulled off the play of the day — crossing the commit line and scoring while the defense tagged him instead of throwing home. A perfect reminder that knowing the rules can be as valuable as a clean swing.
• Another heads‑up moment came at second base: a dropped ball turned what looked like a sure out into a safe call. Rule knowledge wins again.

 

🏠 Team DeLoach (Home) — 20 Runs

DeLoach’s lineup refused to fade quietly, mounting a spirited 7th‑inning comeback to snatch second place from Hill’s squad.

• Williamson: launched two no‑doubt home runs, igniting the rally.
• The offense found its rhythm late, stringing together clutch hits and smart base running to turn a steady day into a thrilling finish.

 

💬 Final Thoughts

It was a day that showcased everything Winter Haven softball is about — camaraderie, laughter, and a whole lot of offense. The outfielders got their cardio, the scorekeepers earned their coffee, and everyone left smiling.

Friday Games

Games are on.

Tuesday's game recap

Loren had a physical therapy appointment today so Wally stepped in to umpire today's game. I really appreciated him giving up playing  and managing to umpire. With that said, Bob Spitaleri was thrown into the mix against Steve Hill, and Dave Rounds. Bob's team fell behind in the first inning and spent the rest of the day chasing the other two teams.Dave Rounds' team scored five in the first inning and held the lead until the third when Steve Hill's team used the catch-up rule to tie them with ten runs. From that point on, it was pretty much all Team Hill as they built a comfortable lead in a relatively low scoring game. The final score was Team Hill 14, Team Rounds 12, and Team Spitaleri 8.

Outstanding Performances

Nestor 3-3

Jacobs 3-3

BJ 3-3

Testa 3-3

Lynch 3-3

Moots 3-3

Turchetta 3-3

Ernesto 3-3

Gonzalez 3-3

King 2-2

Rad 3-3

Hill 3-3

DeLoach 3-3

Tutrani 3-3

Jorge 3-3 w/ homer and triple

Jose Cruz 3-3

Thursday League Golf Outing

Just a reminder that the League Golf Outing is scheduled for Thursday at Lake Ashton. Check in by 12:30 at the pro shop. We will play a scramble followed by pizza upstairs on the outside deck.  Iced tea is provided but you must pay for any other beverage. Remember the dress code: no-jeans and  a collared shirt requirement. Watch for updates on the website if we have inclement weather. Cost is $30.00. Please call me if you will not be attending 561-512-7102.

Dimond Plex

Field Progress

The renovation project is ongoing at Diamond Plex. The outside fencing is completed, only 6'. Now they will continue on the dugouts and clubhouse…a long way to go. 

Tuesday Games

Games are on.

This Week's Sponsor

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Friday Game Recap

We had 35 players today, so we fielded three 12 player teams since Pete Gelesky volunteered to catch for two of them. Thanks Pete. Today's managers were Steve Hill (hitting), Jeff Rabideau (sitting), and Mark Tutrani (fielding). True to form Steve scored five runs in the first  inning to take an early lead as the other teams only managed a single run each. The second inning saw Jeff's guys tie up the game. From there on out, it was all Team Hill as they built a five-run lead. Unfortunately, Team Hill failed to score in either the eighth or ninth innings, leaving the door open for the other teams. Jeff's team also put up goose eggs in the last two innings which just left Team Tutrani with an opportunity for the win. They certainly tried hard, as they scored two in the eighth and five more in the ninth to secure second place. Final score: Team Hill 15, Team Tutrani 13. and Team Rabideau 10. The highlight of the day was the unexpected visit by Wayne Shearer. It was great to see him again.

Outstanding Performances

Spitaleri 4-4

Rabideau 3-3

Toro 2-3 w/homer

Deloach 4-4

Vandenberg 3-3

Thank you for keeping the Witmers in your thoughts and prayers. The service for his granddaughter is scheduled for next Wednesday at The Whitten Funeral Home in Bartow from 5-7.

Friday Games

Games are on.

Remember to bring a buck or two for gift card for Jeff (the maintenance guy). Also last day to sign up for next Thursday golf outing.