November 28

HAPPY THANKSGIVING

Remember no games tomorrow. We will be back on Tuesday at the new start time. Sign in by 09:00, games will start promptly at 09:30.

26 November

Remember no games this week

Friday 22 November

Despite the weather this morning we were able to put together three pretty competitive teams. Team Wally's bats were as cold as the temperature outside, managing to only score eight runs in the game. They did manage to put together a solid rally in the third when they scored five runs. Al Andres was the leading hitter, going 3 for 3.

Team Spitilari jumped out to an early lead with five runs in the first and held on to it until the fourth. Almost everyone got at least two hits to spur the run output. The leading hitter however, was Bill Rutan who went 3 for 3.

Team Hill put on an awesome display, scoring in every inning. Obviously everyone contributed to the run total, but Alf Gibbons, Steve Hill, Bobby Vandenberg, and Arvil Waddell set the pace by going 3 for 3. 

In the end the final score was Team Hill 24, Team Spitilari 19, and Team Wally 8. The winning pitcher was Arvil Waddell.

IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT

Reminder that there will be no games Thanksgiving week due to the city seeding the outfields. That means no games this coming Tuesday and Friday.

When we return to the ballpark on Tuesday, Dec 3rd, we will be starting the games a half hour later at 09:30. That means you need to be signed in no later than 09:00

Friday 22 Nov

Games are on. American League on field A and National on field B. Please sign in by league and position.

Dress warmly

Correction

Overfeeding should have read new players

Fw: Tuesday 19 Nov

We broke through today with four National league teams and two in American league. It's great to see old friends returning and the influx of so many overfeeding.

Unfortunately, I only have the recap of one game. In that one,team Spitilari came out victorious with Larry Wells getting the win and Ron Thompson picking up the save.

Games are on for this Friday. Thanksgiving week is a different story. The fields will be closed Thanksgiving week overseeding.

You are reminded to call  or be signed in by 08:30 so the we can put teams together. Please indicate League and position

See y'all Friday 

Write up by L. Fabian and brought to you by sponsor Somewhere Sports Bar and Grill.

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From: Loren Fabian <Loren.h.fabian@hotmail.com>
Sent: Tuesday, November 19, 2024 2:22:20 PM
To: b <zelaznycoast@aol.com>
Subject: Re: Veterans day

 

After our games today, I visited Donnie at rehab and am happy to report he is progressing forward.  He is at 

Encompass Rehab

1201 Oakbridge Pkwy

Lakeland. Rm 223

On to our 3 games today..The American League had a game that I did not get a score of and the National League had 2 games on fields A and C.

Field C ended with a score of 30-20 and only went 7 innings. It was 30-12 entering the open inning of which the visitors did narrow the gap to the final of 30-20. 

Field A managers were Wally and Robert Spitilari. After 6 innings team Spitilari led Team Wally 9-7. Wally scored 1 more in the 8th inning while Team Spitilari managed 7 more in their final 2 innings for a final of 16-8 with Spitilari on top. 

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From: Loren Fabian <Loren.h.fabian@hotmail.com>
Sent: Friday, November 15, 2024 2:56:42 PM
To: b <zelaznycoast@aol.com>
Subject: Re: Veterans day

 

Great write up Bob. I love it. 

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Sent: Friday, November 15, 2024 1:28:59 PM
To: Loren.h.fabian@hotmail.com <Loren.h.fabian@hotmail.com>
Subject: Re: Veterans day

 

Game recap posted

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👍

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On Wed, Nov 13, 2024 at 5:05 PM, Loren Fabian

<Loren.h.fabian@hotmail.com> wrote:

Thank you so much Bob. I believe we're set for Friday. Am I right?  

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From: Loren Fabian <Loren.h.fabian@hotmail.com>
Sent: Wednesday, November 13, 2024 5:03:06 PM
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Damn FANTASTIC!!!  

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From: b <zelaznycoast@aol.com>
Sent: Wednesday, November 13, 2024 4:42:37 PM
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Check website

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Just got home from delivering books. 

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Sent: Wednesday, November 13, 2024 4:18:26 PM
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Ok, thanks for the update.

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From: b <zelaznycoast@aol.com>
Sent: Wednesday, November 13, 2024 7:46:47 AM
To: Loren.h.fabian@hotmail.com <Loren.h.fabian@hotmail.com>
Subject: Re: Veterans day

 

I managed to get in, but they need to send an authentic code to a phone, and that is Donnie's. I am trying to work through it. Perhaps I can resolve it today. Will keep you in formed as to progress.

Bob

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Good morning Bob. Did you gain access to posting on WHSS web site blog?  

Bob, the BOD really appreciates you help with the situation were in. 

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From: b <zelaznycoast@aol.com>
Sent: Monday, November 11, 2024 5:53:18 AM
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Subject: Veterans day

 

Just confirming..

Arrive 10:30, ceremony 11:00.

Bob

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Fw: kickball

KICKBALL TOUNAMENT

I would like to thank everyone who participated in the Winter Haven Police Department's annual charity kickball tournament held on Saturday, November 9, 2024. We provided umpiring services for the entire event. It was wonderful to see our members engaging with the community and the teams.

**Members:**

- Lorin Fabian

- Don Keller

- Rich King

- Mark Tutrant

- Juan Toro

- Gary Anderson

- Lou Guzman

LGG

Tuesday 19 Nov

Games are on. National league will play on field A and American League will play on field B. Please sign up for league you want to play with by position.

Donnie Witmer

Donnie continues to improve. So much so that he has been released and transferred to Encompass Health at 1201 Oakbridge Pkwy. Donnie and Bonnie appreciate everyone that stopped by the hospital and signed the card. Hopefully it won't be too long before we get our leader back.

Tuesday 15 November Games

It was a little iffy today if we were even going to play, we had a little rain and significant winds. As it turned out there was nothing to worry about. The weather at game time was spectacular. We had the Bob Challenge today with Bobby Vandenberg, Bobby Spitalari, and Bob Zelazny managing teams

Team Zelazny took a four run lead going into the second inning but only managed one run the rest of the way, coming in a distant third.  If I was in the booth, I would say the bats were cold. No one batted a 1000%.

Team Spitalari was silent for the first two innings and then broke through scoring 14 runs in the next six innings They were leading after their at bats in the 7th. Key hitters for Bob's team included Freddie Dampier and Bill Rutan, both going 3 for 3..

Team Vandenberg came out on top, scoring three runs in the seventh to take the lead and the game. Key hitters included Doug McKinney and Alf Gibbons going 4 for 4, and Jeff Robineau going 3 for 3.

Final score was Team Zelazny 6, Team Spitalari 14, Team Vandenberg 16. The winning pitcher was Bob Vandenberg

Brief update on  a couple of our players:

Donnie continues to improve and they plan on transferring him to a rehab center in Lakeland today or tomorrow.

Henry Riverio remains in Winter Haven Hospital room 150.There has been some improvement but it appears he has a long way to go.

Ernesto Cruz who received an ankle injury Tuesday is at home and on the mend. The doctor determined it was not a torn achilles tendon.

Friday 15 November

Games are on. American League on field and National league on field b.

There will be a separate sign in sheet for each league. Please sign up for the one you will be playing in and for the position.

Fwd: Games Tuesday

Tuesday  12 Nov

We had a great three team game today the final score was team z 17, team pep 16, and team spit 15. Winning pitcher was Arvil Waddel. Two new players joined us.

Don remains in Winter Haven hospital and is doing well. The players that stopped by really boosted his spirits. Henry is also st WH hospital and please drop by when you are down there.

Friday November 8th

Games are on.

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 KICKBALL TOURNAMENT - SATURDAY NOVEMBER 9TH

Thanks to all you guys that volunteered to help the Winter Haven Police Benevolent Association umpire their Kickball Tournament this Saturday from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM. If you haven't signed up yet, there is still plenty of time to do so. Lou Guzman is in charge of the umpires. The dress code for Saturday is WHSS Blue Shorts and WHSS Yellow Shirts. Be at the ballpark at 8:30 AM to go over the rules before the tournament begins. 

Thanks again.

Don Witmer, Commissioner

Winter Haven Senior Softball

 

 

Big Tom’s Diner

 

 

We would like to introduce a new sponsor to the Winter Haven Senior Softball family. Big Tom's Diner in Winter Haven is a classic American diner serving delicious comfort food at reasonable prices. The establishment that was redone has a cozy and welcoming ambiance, perfect for families or groups of friends looking for a casual dining experience. The interior design was updated this year and has a nostalgic feel.

 

The price range is affordable, making it an ideal spot for those who don’t want to break the bank. Big Tom's Diner is located at 1151 Havendale Blvd NW, Winter Haven, FL 33881. It is popular for breakfast, dinner, and lunch, in a convenient location with plenty of parking available.

 

Some of the standout dishes on the menu include the Redneck Omelet with pulled pork, the Brunch Burger with Redneck fries, and the shredded beef wrap with cole slaw. They also offer a variety of soft drinks with your meal.

 

LGG

 Tuesday, November 5th

A 3 team National League game today with managers Bob Zelazny, Robert Spitaleri and Ron Thompson.

Ron's team came out swinging and leading 7-2-0 after 4 innings as Bob's team put up goose eggs in the first 4 frames. They did score 4 runs in each of the next 2 innings to finish with 8 runs to tie Spitaleri team for 2nd place. Ron's team won it with a final of 15-8-8.  

The hitters

3 hits.  Mike R. Miller, Toro, Gelinas, 

             Pepin, Zelazny, Rafael

2 hits.  DeLoach, Rutan, Jorge, B.J.

             Boito, Vandenberg, Ramon

             Schaffer

Al Miller had the only home run.

See y'all Friday 

Message by long time sponsor Kincaid Electric.   Write up by L. Fabian 

Tuesday November 5th

Games are on. 

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 ENJOYMENT BOOKS ARE HERE

WHSS will be selling Enjoyment Books again for anyone that is interested. The books are still $30.00 and are the same as last year. Andy's Igloo has been added to the book this year. The books will be available at the ballpark tomorrow. If anyone at Lakeland Senior Softball would like to buy a book, just let me know and I will make sure that you get one. 

Thanks for your support.

Don Witmer, Commissioner

Winter Haven Senior Softball

Friday, November 1st

Two mixed games today. Field D slated manager Zelazny vs manager Vandenberg. After 5 innings, Vandenberg led 9-6 then the Vandenberg team exploded for 5 runs in innings #6 and #8 while the Zelazny team tried to catch up with 8 runs in the 8th inning for a final of 19-16 in favor of Vandenberg. 

The hitters

4 hits.  Manny, Pablo, Robinson, Hudson

3 hits.  Gutenberger, Raul, Vandenberg 

2 hits.  Sullivan, O'Callaghan, Reagan, 

             Testa, Zelazny, Marino, Soto

             Kathie

See y'all Tuesday  Write up by L. Fabian 

Message brought to you by a new sponsor BIG TOM'S RESTAURANT. 

Tuesday, October 29th

Three teams today managed by Lopez, Zelazny and Spitaleri. This was the lowest scoring game I've witnessed in 11 years in WHSS. After 4 innings it was Spitaleri 3, Zelazny 4 and Lopez 3. Lopez team scored 5 in the 5th and 5 in the 6th. The final was Lopez 12, Zelazny 5 and Spitaleri 4.  

The hitters. 

4 hits.  Pablo

3 hits.  Hudson w/HR, Gelinas, 

             Vandenberg, Zelazny, Ira

2 hits.  Raul, Mickey, Marino, Soto

             Anderson, Raphael, Spitaleri 

Message brought by longtime sponsor DUKE'S BREWHOUSE AND WINGS. 

See y'all Friday. Write up by L. Fabian

Friday November 1st

Games are on. American League on Field C. National League on Field D. 

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