Tuesday Games

Games are on.

**Important League Announcement**

Attention Members,

Please note that Diamond Plex will be undergoing renovations beginning approximately May 18 through the end of July. During this time, the complex will be closed for play.

To ensure continuity, we will relocate our games to the Auburndale Sports Complex (36 Florida Citrus Blvd, Jan Phyl Village, FL 33881), starting Tuesday, May 19, 2026. Many of you may already be familiar with this facility. This transition will require transporting some of our equipment, and I will be working closely with board members to ensure everything runs smoothly.

Please also note the updated schedule:

• Check-in time will now be 8:30 a.m.
• The complex will open at 8:00 a.m., so plan to arrive on time.

Additionally, our field will be closed on May 15 due to a tournament; however, we will still play on Friday, May 15, which will be our final day at Diamond Plex before renovations begin.

Thank you for your understanding and cooperation during this transition.

Sincerely,
Lou Guzman
Acting Commissioner

Friday Game

We had a great three team game with 14 players per team. Again, big shout out to Don Ouding, Sam Lopez, and Wally for managing this morning. Don was the hitting team and jumped out to an early lead by scoring five quick runs. Unfortunately they were one and done, managing only two more runs the rest of the way. Wally's sitting team didn't score until the third inning but then scored eight in the 4th and five in the 5th to take the lead. Sam's guys put up 11 runs in the first three innings but couldn't score again until the 9th. Trailing by six, they managed to score three runs making it close at the end. Fiinal score Team Wally 17, Team Lopez 14, and Team Ouding 7.

Outstanding performances

Latourneau 3-4

Pablo 3-4

Mike R 3-4

Ramon 3-4 w/great demonstration of tuck and roll

Nestor 3-3

Samuel 4-4

Ott 3-3

Gil 3-3

Ouding 2-2

Friday games

Games are on. American league players that desire to play with National league must  call or sign in with Loren no later than 08:30

Attention Members

If you plan to play but are running late, please contact Board Member Loren Fabian at 507-280-9117. He will be at the field and can sign you in.

Also, please remember to check in at the field upon arrival for any updates.

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Travel Team Update.

Thursday, April 23, 2026

It was another beautiful day for softball at Solivita, and the American League Travel Team made the most of it.

Game One:

The bats were alive early as the team came out swinging, launching an impressive seven home runs. Along with the power at the plate, the defense held strong and made key plays throughout the game. It was a complete team effort, and the squad cruised to a solid 22–16 victory.

Game Two:

However, game two was a different story. The offense seemed to run out of gas, managing just two home runs and a total of thirteen runs. Meanwhile, the Solivita team’s bats came alive, putting together a strong offensive showing and scoring twenty-six runs. The final score was 26–13, giving Solivita a well-earned win.

We look forward to next-week as we will return for another battle. 

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LGG

American League – Tuesday, April 21, 2026

Another beautiful day for softball as members of the American League were able to cobble together teams, with help from a few National League players. The teams met on Field “C” ready for battle.

Team JD took the field while Team Lou stepped up to bat. Both teams came out strong, each putting up two runs in the first inning. From there, it turned into a nail-biter, with neither side giving an inch.

Heading into the top of the seventh inning, the score was tied 14–14. That’s when Team Lou made their move, rallying for four runs to take an 18–14 lead.

Team JD had one last chance to walk it off, but Lou’s squad held firm on defense and shut the door.

Final Score: Team Lou 18, Team JD 14

Notable hits: 

Lou Guzman 5-5 with a walk

Mike Vaccaro 5-6 with a HR

Frank DeLuca 5-6 with a in-the-park HR

Doyle Hale 5-6 with a HR

Les Jacobson 4-6

Al Guzzo 6-6 (amazing)

Danny Woodsby 3-4 (Sac)

Don Fee 3-4 (Sac)

LGG

Tuesday's Game

Before getting into the game, let me just say it was great to see Loren back at the park. He assures me he will be behind the plate for the next game. l also want to thank today's managers: Steve Hill, Ron Pepin, and Don Ouding.

The wind definitely played a huge role in today's game.I do not think any ball went beyond the orange line on a fly. I cannot remember a game this close through six innings. At no point was the separation between the first and last place teams more than three runs. Through five, only two separated the teams. Ron's guys took a one-run lead in the second inning and held it through the fourth when Steve Hill's guys over took them. As I stated, only three runs separated the teams going into the ninth. The bats came alive for Steve in the ninth inning, as they brought 13 batters to the plate and scored eight runs. Don's guys managed to score one, falling well short of Steve's total. That left Ron's team needing 11 runs to win, but they only needed three to take home the silver medal. Unfortunately they went three and out. The final score was Team Hill 17, Team Ouding 8, and Team Pepin 6.

Outstanding Performances

Pablo 4-4

Gil 4-4

Ramon 4-4 w/2doubles

Tutrani 4-4

Ayers 4-4

Hudson 3-3

Testa 3-3

Rounds 3-3

Zelazny 3-3 w/double, homer

Tuesday Games

Games are on.

American League Update – April 17, 2026

Today, the American League took the field on Field “C.” With the help of a few National League players, we were able to put together a great matchup between Team JD and Team Jeff.

Both teams came out swinging, each putting up five runs in the first inning. In the second, JD’s crew added another five while holding Jeff’s team scoreless, taking early control of the game. At that point, JD looked well on his way to a comfortable victory.

But Jeff’s team had other plans.

They battled back throughout the game and eventually took the lead in the seventh inning, going up 17–15. Heading into the bottom of the seventh, JD’s squad needed something special.

That’s exactly what they got.

Rad Pcholinski led off with an inside-the-park home run to spark the rally. Don Fee followed by getting on base, setting the stage for Jeff Stier—who delivered in dramatic fashion with a walk-off inside-the-park home run to seal the win. Final score 17-18.

Notable Hit: Lonnie Netzel also had an inside-the-park home run.

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LGG