Games are on. Games on fields C and D.
Tuesday, June 10, 2025
Saturday, June 7, 2025
Fwd: Fw: June 6th. Field D mixed 3 team game.
Managers today were Fred Dampier, Wally and Tutrani.Team Mark and team Wally were tied at 11 after 3 innings and Team Fred could only muster 2 runs and didn't score again until the 6th and open inning when the banged in 4 and 8 runs to edge into 2nd place with 14. Team Mark had four 5 run innings and finished with a game winning 21 runs as Team Wally faltered in the last 4 innings, only scoring 2 runs in the 6th to finish with 13. Final of 21-14-13.4 hits. Mike R.Ed Fultz3 hits. NestorJose LMarinoGutenbergerRabideauPapineau2 hits. RoundsJ.R. w/HRTutraniDonna
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Friday, June 6, 2025
Tuesday, June 3, 2025
Gary Anderson
Gary had his procedure and he is doing well. He is in room B4118 at Lakeland Regional Hospital. Keep him in your thoughts and prayers.
Fw: June 3, 2025
2 games today on field B and C.
But first an update on Gary Anderson and his triple bypass surgery Monday morning. He said all went well and could walk without use of a walker but understandable, very sore in the chest. Stay strong Gary.
All four teams looked very equal on paper, but on field B that did not to seem to be the case as Team Spitilari had every member with 2, 3 or 4 hits while Team Thompson had only 3. One of those days in Senior Softball. It resulted in a flip flop game with the final of 20-7.4 hits. Manny w/HR over fenceSpitilari3 hits. HudsonReymundoHowardMiguelMootsIraPhil2 hits. JacobsConstantineDonnaKing
Field C matched team Hill vs Team Tutrani and it was a very close game all the way never being more than 3 runs apart. Team Hill led 23-20 with Team Tutrani coming to bat in the bottom of the 9th inning. 5 hitters came to the plate without an out being recorded and the first 4 scored for the final of 24-23 in favor of team Tutrani.6 hits. Mike R.5 hits. Rabideau4 hits. GutenbergerNestorHillB.J.3 hits. LynchRad w/HRJorgeTestaDampierGelesky
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Fw: June 3, 2025
2 games today on field B and C.
But first an update on Gary Anderson and his triple bypass surgery Monday morning. He said all went well and could walk without use of a walker but understandable, very sore in the chest. Stay strong Gary.
All four teams looked very equal on paper, but on field B that did not to seem to be the case as Team Spitilari had every member with 2, 3 or 4 hits while Team Thompson had only 3. One of those days in Senior Softball. It resulted in a flip flop game with the final of 20-7.4 hits. Manny w/HR over fenceSpitilari3 hits. HudsonReymundoHowardMiguelMootsIraPhil2 hits. JacobsConstantineDonnaKing
Field C matched team Hill vs Team Tutrani and it was a very close game all the way never being more than 3 runs apart. Team Hill led 23-20 with Team Tutrani coming to bat in the bottom of the 9th inning. 5 hitters came to the plate without an out being recorded and the first 4 scored for the final of 24-23 in favor of team Tutrani.6 hits. Mike R.5 hits. Rabideau4 hits. GutenbergerNestorHillB.J.3 hits. LynchRad w/HRJorgeTestaDampierGelesky
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Sunday, June 1, 2025
***Update on Gary Anderson's Health***
Dear members,
I want to take a moment to inform you that our one of our esteemed member, Gary Anderson, experienced a heart attack last week. He is currently receiving care at Lakeland Hospital and is scheduled for surgery on Monday, June 2, 2025, he is in room B5114 on the fifth floor.
We are all hopeful for his swift and smooth recovery during this challenging time.
I would also like to extend my gratitude to Board member Manny Rios for providing us with this important update.
Thank you for your support and understanding.
Sincerely,
Lou Guzman
Acting Commissioner
Saturday, May 31, 2025
Fwd: Fw: Field C Friday May 30
Two games again today and on Field C team Spitilari squared off against team Hill. The Hill team led all the way up 13-2 at the end of 5 innings. The Spitilari team finally started scoring the last 2 innings, but it was too little too late.Final score of 18 - 8 with Thompson picking up the win.The hitters.4 hits. J.R. w/HR3 hits. Manny w/HRHill2 hits. Constantine w/HRMiguelDonnaLynch w/HRGil w/HRSkidmoreLearn
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Friday, May 30, 2025
Friday Game Field B
Two pretty evenly matched teams faced off of Field B. Things looked pretty bleak for Team Z as they fell behind early Team Tutrani outscored them in each of the first three innings.There was a shift in momentum in the fourth when Team Z closed within one run, as the top of the line up hit for two doubles a triple and a home run in the inning. The top of the lineup got up again in the fifth inning, when with two outs they hit two more home runs and a double, scoring five runs to take a three run lead. Team T managed just one rune over the last three innings despite hitting the ball hard. The final score was Team Z 13 and Team T 10.
Outstanding performances
Rad 3- 4 with a home run and a triple
Mark T 3- 4
Tom Kinery 4-4
Mike O'C 3-4
Rusty 3-4 with two triples and a home run
Nestor 4-4
Howard 3-4 with two home runs
Raymundo 4-4
Phil 3-4
Bob Z 3-4
Tuesday, May 27, 2025
Tuesdays Games
An interesting game on Field B to say the least. I don't know if it was because of the heat or the fact we were 16 minutes late starting, but the game started slow and never really picked up until the final innings.The score was just 2 to 1 after two innings. Freddy G's team picked up the pace a little over the next two innings by scoring 5 runs in each frame. Meanwhile, Dave B's team were stuck in low gear, scoring one run in each of their two innings.At the end of four innings Team Freddy held an eight run lead (12-4).
My how things changed in the next two innings. Team Freddy could only manage one run over the next two innings, while Team Dave put up eleven and took a three run lead. Going into the last inning Dave"team was up 15 to 11.
The last inning was one for the boks. Team Freddy managed to bat around, sending 3 batters up twice. This resulted in 10 runs crossing the plate. Down by seven, Dave's bats went cold. Three and out. Winning Team Freddy G 22 and Team Dave 15.
Outstanding players
Mike S 4-4
Gil. 4-4
Dave 4-4
Manny 3-4
Jeff 3-4
Toro 4-5
Ramon 4-5
Dan P 3-4
Raul 3-4
Pat L 3-4 and winning pitcher
Monday, May 26, 2025
May 23 Field B
Managers today were Mark Tutrani, Dave Rounds and newcomer to managing, Gary Anderson who won his managerial debut by the score of team Gary 19, team Mark 14 and team Dave 9. I will point out first that Ray Howard, playing with Team Mark made 2 fantastic leaping catches of line drives playing middle infielder.The game was very close through 4 innings with a score of 8-10-6. Then Team Gary scored 5 and 4 runs in their last 2 at bats for the final score. 👏 Anderson, when speaking to the press, did not indicate if he would choose to manage again.Team Rounds hittersHill. 2-4J.R. 4-4Raymond. 2-2Rounds. 1-2 w/HRPhil. 2-3
Team Tutrani hitters.Constantine. 3-4Lynch. 3/4 w/HRManny. 3-4 w/HRJorge. 2-4Tutrani. 3-4Boito. 2-3Team Anderson hittersGutenberger. 4-4Testa. 2-4Rad. 4-4Anderson. 3-4Nestor. 3-3Turcheta. 3-4B.J. 3-4Donna. 3-4
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Friday, May 23, 2025
Fridays Games
Games are on AL batting practice on Field B. NL game on Field C. Sign in by 08:30. Games start at 09:00.
Tuesday, May 20, 2025
Friday, May 16, 2025
Thursday, May 15, 2025
May 13th Field B Mixed game
A 3 team game today with managers Steve Hill, Tom Kniery and Ron Thompson. The parity of the three teams on paper sure did look very even. But when the game started, senior softball took over and proved that to be false. Why?? Because team Ron scored 5 runs in 5 of the 6 innings they batted as it was a flip flop game and did not hit in the open inning. Final score was Team Thompson 27, Team Hill 14 and Team Kniery 10.
Team Thompson hittersVandenberg. 4-5Tutrani. 3-4Nestor. 3-3Hudson. 3-4Jeff R. 3-4Jorge. 4-4Shearer. 2-3Papineau. 3-4
Team Kniery hittersOuding. 3-4Toro. 4-4Anderson. 2-3Mike R. 2-3
Team Hill hittersHill. 2-3Lynch. 2-3Pablo. 3-4Raul. 3-4Castilleja. 3-4Sponsors today were Big Tom's Diner and 1st Street Diner
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Tuesday, May 13, 2025
Saturday, May 10, 2025
Friday May 9th mixed game.
What a contrast from Tuesday when 4 teams scored 110 runs and today when 3 teams scored 31 runs. There was also an abundance of walks and illegal pitches thrown. Also, many hits were infield bloopers and dribbles and we all know they look like line drives in the book.Managers were Dampier, Wally and Spitilari. Team Wally held a 4-3-2 lead after 1 inning and after 2 it was 4-3-4. Then Team Wally and Dampier withered out while Team Spitilari scored at will, finishing a flip flop game with 19 of the 31 runs. Team Wally put up all goose eggs after the 1st inning and Team Dampier maged 4 more for the final of 19-8-4.Team Wally hittersGutenberger. 2-3Ramon. 2-2Anderson. 2-3 w/HRRafael. 2-2
Team Dampier hittersLynch. 2-4J- Rod. 3-4Castilleja. 2-3Dampier. 2-2
Team Spitilari hittersVandenberg. 3-4Pepin. 3-3Rusty. 4-4Howard. 3-4Jorge. 2-3Marino. 2-3Spitilari. 3-3
A good time was had by all and see y'all Tuesday to do it again.
Friday, May 9, 2025
Tuesday, May 6, 2025
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Tuesday
What a day for Senior Softball at the Diamondplex. There were 4 teams of eleven with Team Gonzalez vs Team Tutrani on field B and Team Wally vs Team Hill on field C.Between the two teams, there was a total of 110 runs scored. Team Hill came out on top of Team Wally 30-29. On Field B Team Gonzalez bested Team Tutrani 26-24 with Ron Thompson again picking up the win. They also trailed the entire game until bottom of the open inning, scoring 2 runs for the win.
Team Hill hittersGutenberger. 4-5Hill. 3-5Shirer 4-4DeLoach. 4-4Spitilari. 4-4Jose L. 4-5Howard. 5-5Jose D. 4-5
Team Wally hittersMike R. 6-6Rad. 6-6Jorge. 6-6Jose C. 4-6B.J. 3-5Donna. 3-5Wally. 3-5
Team Gonzalez hittersLynch. 5-6Gonzalez. 5-6Pablo. 5-6Jeff R. 4-6Mickey. 6-6Miguel. 4-5
Team Tutrani hittersRusty. 5-5Hudson. 5-6Tutrani. 5-6Vandenberg. 5-6Soto. 4-5
There was a fair amount of errors in these 2 run filled games and the Field C game only went 7 innings, but it was a very fun morning for Senior Softball.
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Sunday, May 4, 2025
Fwd: Fw: 4-2-25 Mixed game field B
It was a beautiful day for a Senior ball game. The managers were B.J., Wally and Spitilari. The first 3 innings were very close with a score of 5-7-6 in favor of team Spitilari. That team poured on the coal the next 4 innings, scoring 4, 5, 5, and 2 runs respectively. The final was team Spitilari 23, team B.J. 18 and team Wally 12.Team Wally hittersPablo. 4-4J.R. 2-4 w/HRJeff R. 4-4 w/HRJose L. 4-4Team B.J. hittersMiguel. 4-4Ramon. 5-5Anderson. 3-5B.J. 4-5Team Spitilari hittersHill. 4-5Hudson. 3-4Miller. 3-4Spitilari. 4-4Gonzalez. 4-4
WP was Ron ThompsonSee y'all Tuesday
Friday, May 2, 2025
American League Travel Team
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Exciting American League Travel Team Update!
On May 1st, 2025, the American League travel team headed to Solivita for an action-packed 2-game showdown. The sun was shining in Central Florida, creating the perfect backdrop for some thrilling softball.
In game one, our team came out swinging with a five-run first inning and stellar defense that kept Solivita scoreless for four of the first five innings. Thanks to the incredible hitting of Don Fee, Manny Rios, and Mike Vaccaro, we smacked 6 home runs. Despite Solivita's late-game rally, we emerged victorious with a final score of WHSS 21, Solivita 15.
Game two was a nail-biter from start to finish. We held the lead until the fifth inning when Solivita took the edge with a score of 13-12. As we entered the top of the seventh, Solivita was ahead 19-15. With one final chance to turn the game around, we fought hard and managed to score 3 runs. However, it wasn't enough, and we fell short with a final score of 19-18. Despite the loss, everyone had a blast, and we can't wait to face off against Solivita again next month for another thrilling matchup.
Notable highlights from the games include Don Fee's impressive 4 home runs, Manny Rios' 2 home runs, Mike Vaccaro's 2 home runs, and Dana Ferrande's perfect 8/8 at-bat performance.
Stay tuned for more updates as our American League travel team continues to bring the excitement on the field!
Lou Guzman (Acting Commissioner).
Thursday, May 1, 2025
Two subjects
#1 If you are not going to be "SIGNED IN" by 8:30 AM for the games please call Loren at 507 280 9117 and he will sign you in to play the game starting at 9:00 AM.
#2 Any WHSS members, family or friends who are VETERANS and have not been awarded a QUILT OF VALOR, see Loren for details and an application. More details if you Google Quilts of Valor Foundation. There is no charge for this great program.
Tuesday, April 29, 2025
Tuesday Games
Today's game started late again as players continue to sign in well after the 08:30 deadline. Please be on time or call ahead if you want to be sure and play that day. The Board begins making teams at that time. They need the time to insure fair teams.
TUTRANI SCORES BIG WIN ON HIS 70TH BIRTHDAY!!!!!!!!
I do not know if Loren and Joe stacked the deck in his favor or if it was the promise of beer and chips following the game, but while the game ended in a close decision, the outcome was never in doubt.
Mark's team scored multiple runs in five of the six innings they batted. While putting up 15 runs in six innings, it could have been worse as they stranded 13 runners over the course of the day. Not only were they solid on offense, they played a great game defensively against Bob Spitilari's team.
Team Spit managed a solid second place but were nearly shut out until the fourth inning. Team Spit posted multiple runs in the last four innings to close the gap two two runs.. Bob Hudson's bat made the difference in the run. The final run was cut short as Bob Vandenberg caught a line drive from Lonnie that I swear broke the sound barrier, It was hit so hard.. Bob's team held on to second place with some great defense of their own. They held Team Rounds to just six runs..
Dave's Team could not seem to get untracked all day. They only managed to score in 2 of the seven innings.Out of the 17 hits collected, only two, one by Gary Anderson and one by Pablo, went for extra bases.With the exception of the first inning, no more than five batters came to the plate in any one inning..I know the frustration, because I have been there many times
Final Score Team Trutrani15, Team Spitilari 13, and Team Rounds 6.
Outstanding performances
Rad 4-4
S Hill 4-4
Dampier 2-2
Bob Hudson 4-4 with homer
Ira Anslow 3-3
Remundo 3-3
C Lynch 3-3
Tutrani 3-3
Jorge 4-4Ri
King 3-4
J Davilla 3-3
Saturday, April 26, 2025
American League Update 4/25/25
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Greetings, fans! I am here to provide you with an exciting update on the American League action that took place on April 25th, 2025. Members from the National and the American combined forces. The teams competing were Team Lou and Home Team Tom, and they put on a spectacular show on field “A”. The game was filled with thrilling plays and remarkable performances, as well as many errors, that had fans on the edge of their seats.
One of the most memorable moments of the game was when Lonnie and Frank from Team Tom made incredible outfield catches, demonstrating their exceptional athleticism and skill. The competition between the two teams was fierce, with both sides giving their all in pursuit of victory. The determination and talent displayed by these athletes made for an exhilarating match that kept fans glued to their seats.
If you missed out on the games today, be sure to catch up on all the highlights as it was a day filled with excitement and thrills in the American League! The game concluded with Team Tom making an impressive comeback from a three-run deficit to tie the game 16-16.
On Tuesday, 4/22/25, the National League players joined forces with the American League members for an epic battle on field “A”. Team Lou, the home team, put up a strong fight against Team Tom. Don Fee, a standout player from Team Tom, hit three home runs during the game. However, Jose Cruz and Lou G from Team Lou hit two triples to maintain their lead. In the end, Team Lou emerged victorious with a five-run lead.
From Lou G (Action Commissioner)
Friday, April 25, 2025
Friday National League Game
ROUNDS WIN IN MANAGERIAL DEBUT
Today's game proved very interesting indeed. It was like a football game with two halves. The first four innings were dominated by Team Rounds as they managed to score three or more runs in each inning.bringing their total run count fourteen. During the same four innings Team Zelazny managed but four runs. Then, as if by magic, the tables turned and Team Zelazny started to put up some impressive numbers. and actually won each of the next four innings. Going into the last inning Team Zelazny found themselves down by two. After the first two batters scored, Ron Thompson got his second wind and struck out the last two batters. Then, with the score tied, Mike OCallahan drove in the winning run for Team Rounds. Final score Team Rounds 22, Team Zelazny 21..
Outstanding Players
Al MIller 5-5
Fred Dampier 4-5
Bob Dowdy 4-4
Mike Rodriquez 6-6
Richie Marino 4-5
Dave Rounds 5-5
Jerry Ryan 4-5
Bob Vandenberg 4-4
Ron Thompson winning pitcher
Tuesday, April 22, 2025
Field B National League
There were 2 games today, but score sheets only kept for the National League and here it is. Managers were Wally and Spitilari. Team Wally jumped out 3-0 in the first inning and led 3-2 after 3 innings. Then Team Spitilari started scoring in every inning, including 3 five run innings and team Wally could only muster 7 more runs including 4 in the flip flop. The final was 22-10 in favor of team Spitilari.Jorge was the only player with 4 hits and Nestor was one of many with 3 hits, including a grand slam HR.The other 3 hit players.JoseTutraniHudsonMike L.SpitilariRaulDeLoachDampierVandenberg
Great weather and turn out today. We were fortunate to have Donnie back to help in the officiating.
See y'all Friday.
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Monday, April 21, 2025
: 4-19-25. Friday
Today's write up rather thin, but we managed to capture the statistics
The home team won 26-16.
The hitters.5 hits. Jeff R.Tom H.JorgeDeLoachJoeJerry4 hits. DaveGutenberger3 hits. Mike R.B.J.ShireLonnieFredSee y'all TuesdayWrite up by L. Fabian and brought to you by TUCKER CARPETS
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Tuesday, April 15, 2025
Tuesday's Games
Before I recap todays games, I need to announce that effective Friday, games will start at 09:00. That means that you must sign in or call by 08:30.
Field A
In the first inning, both teams scored five runs and it looked like it was going to be a slugfest from the outset. Unfortunately that did not turn out to be the case as the fielding team's bats went cold. They did not manage to score again until the fifth inning and that was for only one run. They only managed one multiple run inning for the entire game. and that was in the seventh.
The hitting team lived up to the name as they seemed to score at will, scoring multiple runs in every inning except for the second. Obviously they built up a substantial lead going into the eighth inning.. They had built such a significant lead that the flip flop run was put into play.
The fielding team team had to score 12 runs to tie after the flip flop.. Unfortunately they went three and out in both of the last innings. The final score was hitting team 24 and fielding team 12.
Outstanding performances
Jeff R 6-7
John T 5-5
Rusty 4-5
Jeff 4-5
Jerry Ryan 5-5 and winning pitcher
Raymundo 4-5
Field B
Team Zelazny faced off against Team Lopez.. The game started slow with only one run scored in the first inning..Both teams rebounded in the second with Team Z scoring five, and Team Lopez scoring six, tying the score. That was as close as it got, as Team Zelazny scored five runs in six of the eight innings while Team Lopez only managed multiple runs in two innings going into the eighth inning when they crossed the plate three times. Unfortunately they still found themselves chasing 13 runs. Consequently, our game also instituted the flip flop rule. Team Lopez was not to be denied and they batted around and managed to score six runs. Unfortunately it was not enough to overcome the lead Team Zelazny had built..THe final score was Team Zelazny 34 and Team Lopez 25.
Outstanding performances
Bob Spitalari6-6 with 7 RBIs and a grand slam
Jorge 6-6
Ramon 6-6
JR 5-6
John Boito 5-5
Ira 5-5
Ron Thompson 4-5 and winning pitcher
Pete G 5-6
Chris C 5-6
Pablo 5-6
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Sunday, April 13, 2025
Friday Games
Two games today. A mixed American League game on field B and a National League 3 team game on field A. The Managers were Wally, Spitilari and Zelazny. After 1 inning it was Wally 4, Spitilari 3 and Zelazny 2. In the 2nd inning no team scored and the only other goose egg recorded was in the top of the open inning by team Wally. The fact there was much scoring and players going on and off the field was very slow may be why we didn't get out of the Diamonplex until after 12:30. We only have those fields until noon on days we play and I was reminded of that by a city employee. After 4 innings it was 11, 11, 8 with Team Zelazny having the 8. Final was team Spitilari 22, team Wally 17 and team Zelazny 13.The hitters.5 hits. Jorge, B.J. Spitilari4 hits. Testa, Lopez, DeLoach,Gonzalez, Dampier, TchettaOuding3 hits. Hudson, Vandenberg, WallyReagan, Rounds, ZelaznyLeTourneau, GilSee y'all Tuesday and let's hustle a little and not get the umpire reprimanded.Write up by L. Fabian
Friday, April 11, 2025
Tuesday, April 8, 2025
Tuesday 8 April
Games are on today. Do not forget that today's games are at the Diamond Plex. Bring your own bats and sign in by 0900.
Saturday, April 5, 2025
4-4-25 last game at Sertoma this year
Managers Sam Lopez and B.J. Kallister decided before game time that it would be a seven inning game and here is how it went. For the first 4 innings, Bob Dowdy pitched shut out ball while Team Lopez took an 8-0 lead. Team B.J. climbed back in it with 4 runs in the top of 5th inning and 1 run in the top of 6th inning. Dowdy took charge again in the open inning, facing only 3 batters with a game ending double play.
The hitters3 hits. HudsonLeTournouPepinCastillejaVanderhydePablo2 hits. AndersonRobenouShafferLopezGonzalezBurnerOttSee y'all Tuesday April 8th at the Diamondplex and the BOD thanks all the players for coming to Sertoma to keep playing Senior Softball.This message was sent by CPW SERVICES INTERIOR FINISH PRODUCTS.Write up by L. Fabian
Friday, April 4, 2025
Thursday, April 3, 2025
Fwd: Fw: 4-1-25 field 2 at Sertoma.
The new rule on this field proved to be a good move as many opportunities to throw a runner out from the outfield could not develop.Managers were Lopez, B.J. and Vanderhyde even tho he played defense for all 3 teams.All teams scored in the first inning with team Vanderhyde 5, team B.J. 3 and team Lopez 2. After 5 innings it was team Vanderhyde 11, team B.J. 8 and team Lopez 7. Vanderhyde won the game without ever having an at bat with a score of 15, 13, 7.The hitters5 hits. Rad4 hits. MichlReedPabloCruzRamon3 hits. AndersonTutrani2 hits. B.J.MarinoShierDeLoachJohnstonLopezThis message brought to you by SOMEWHERE SPORTS BAR.Write up by L. Fabian
Tuesday, April 1, 2025
Monday, March 31, 2025
**** LEAGUE NEWS ****
Sponsor by Ridge Energy
Exciting news! We are thrilled to announce that we will be returning to Diamond Plex on Tuesday, April 8, 2025, a week earlier than expected. As we prepare to make our grand return, we bid farewell to our Snowbirds who have already flown back up north. But fear not, for we will be here waiting for you when you return to resume play. And for our year-round players, get ready for a summer filled with fun and new excitement. See you on the field!
Lou Guzman
Acting Commissioner
Diamondplex
Mark your calendars. We are heading back to the Diamondplex on Tuesday April 8th.
Start time is 0930. Please sign in by 0900.
Sunday, March 30, 2025
3-28-25 Field #2 at Sertoma.
First, a rule change for field #2 for the rest of the time we play at Sertoma this year.BOD member Joe D'Herin called an on field meeting of all players, suggesting no force outs could be made at first, second or third base on a ball hit to the outfield grass either by a base hit or error. It was overwhelmingly approved, as there have been many such force out plays happening for 2 reasons. The fences are shorter and more significant, the bases are 5 feet longer.The force out can still be made on a runner advancing to home.Now, on to Friday's game.Managers were Spitilari, Lopez and Hite.Team Spitilari led 11-5-4 after 5 innings but didn't score again till the 9th inning, finishing with 13. Team Lopez managed to post 6 goose eggs 🥚 in a row to finish with 5. Team Hite kept on scoring to finish in a tie with Team Spitilari. Final 13-5-13.
Hitters.Vanderhyde. 3-4Burtner. 3-4LeTourneau. 2-4Pablo. 2-2B.J. 3-3Marino. 4-5Dowdy. 3-5Johnston. 3-5Andrews 4-5Spitilari. 3-5Tutrani. 3-4Gil. 3-4J.D. 2-3Shier. 3-5Reed. 4-5Hite. 3-4Fleming. 3-4
WOW!!! Lots of hits, but lots of runners thrown out from the outfield, even one DP. This new rule should rectify that.
See y'all TuesdayThis message brought to you by STEWART COLLISION AND AUTO REPAIR.Write up by L. Fabian
Friday, March 28, 2025
Thursday, March 27, 2025
*** American League Update 3/27/25 ***
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Thursday, March 27, 2026
The American League had quite the rollercoaster of emotions during their two-game set at Solivita. Game one started off with a bang as we scored five runs, including a majestic home run, in the first inning. However, things quickly took a turn for the worse as we started making errors left and right, allowing Solivita to claw their way back into the game. It was like we were playing with our eyes half-closed after a wild night out. Despite only managing to score three runs in the next three innings, we somehow found ourselves tied 19-19 in the bottom of the seventh. Unfortunately, Solivita had other plans and snatched the victory with a final score of 19-20.
Game two was a bit more controlled, with fewer errors plaguing our performance. We were leading 8-6 by the bottom of the sixth, but Solivita's relentless offense managed to tie the game 8-8. It all came down to the wire in the bottom of the seventh, with two outs and Jose "JRod" Rodriguez stepping up to the plate. With a clutch base hit, Rodriguez put the winning run in scoring position, setting the stage for Manny Rios to deliver the game-winning hit and secure the victory by scoring Billy Maxwell.
And let's not forget the home runs that lit up the field:
Derrick Lafleur blasted 3 HRs
Rob Aponte smacked 2 HRs
Manny Rios added one to the mix
Bradley Scheirer joined the home run party with a dinger of his own
Looks like the American League is bringing the heat this season!
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From LGG.
Wednesday, March 26, 2025
Fwd: Fw: 3-25-25 Sertoma field 2.
Having no idea who the 3 managers were, I'll just tell yall there were three teams that battled to a 5-5-2 finish. There were a number of fine defensive play by all 3 teams contributing to the low scores.
Hitters4 hits. Vanderhyde3 hits. ShearerJohnstonTutrani2 hits. RyanAndrewsCastillejaFlemingConstatineRamonPabloHudson
See y'all Friday.This brought to you by RIDGE ENERGYWrite up Fabian
Tuesday, March 25, 2025
Monday, March 24, 2025
**** League News Update ****
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Friday, March 21, 2025 was a day that will be etched in our memories forever! The Winter Haven Senior Softball Club joined forces with the Central Florida Fraternal Order of Police Lodge #176 for an unforgettable experience at the Detroit Tigers vs. The New York Yankees spring training game in Lakeland.
The game was filled with excitement and thrills, and to top it off, there was a spectacular drone show after the final inning. During the game, members from both groups indulged in an all-you-can-eat buffet, sharing stories and laughter.
It was truly a fantastic time had by all, and I am already looking forward to organizing a similar outing for the entire league next year. The camaraderie and joy shared during this event is something that we will cherish forever!
Lou Guzman
Acting Commissioner
Saturday, March 22, 2025
Fwd: Fw: Friday March 21 at Sertoma field 2
22 Senior ballplayers, 2 umpires and 1 who chose to manage a team showed up for a Senior ball game on a very cold and WINDY morning and it was a "doozie" as old sitcom Hazel would say. There were many hoodies, gloves and ear muffs. Still, some in shorts and Jerry Ryan in shorts and only a WH Senior Softball t-shirt catching winning pitcher Ron Thompson for the entire 9 innings. On to the game.Team Hite took a 5-1 lead into the top of the 4th inning when team Dampier scored 4 runs to tie it up. Thanks to many, many fine defensive plays and a lot of ATOM ball it was a low scoring game. Team Dampier held a 9-6 lead after 7 thanks to Pat Sullivan blasting one over the right center fence with Johnston and Jorge on 3rd and 2nd and he scored as well on a single by B.J. Team Hite scored 1 in the bottom of the 7th and put up the only nickel in the bottom of the 8th for an 11-9 final as Team Hite went 1,2,3 on 3 pitches in the top of the 9th.
Top hittersJorge. 3-5Al Andrews 3-5Picnick 2-4Testa. 3-4McDonald. 3-4
Gutenberger 2-4DeLoach. 2-4Pablo. 2-4Tutrani. 2-4Hite. 4-4
See y'all Tuesday when the weather looks to be much warmer and brighter
This game brought to you by 1st STREET DINER.Write up by L. Fabian.
Friday, March 21, 2025
Wednesday, March 19, 2025
League Update
From Lou Guzman, Acting Commissioner.
We are eagerly anticipating our return to the Diamond Plex field! Here's the current situation: the field is currently under contract for the next two weeks. Following the tournaments, the field will need to undergo remediation for an additional two weeks. We are hopeful to be back on the field by April 15, 2025. I will be closely monitoring the progress, especially since the American League players are still utilizing the field across the street. Let's get ready to hit the ground running when we finally get back out there! National League will still be using the fields at Lake Shipp until we are back.
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