Ipswich Men's Softball League 2017

 

August 3, 2014

 

In a battle between 1st and 2nd place St. Lawrence took on SCL Home Services on Doyon 1.  Game one saw SCL fall behind early but then come storming back on homeruns by Dave Breen and Steve Lombara.  Pete Robbins pitched a good game and had help in the field all morning.  SCL walked away with a 17-6 win and cut the lead between them and the Saints to two games. Leading hitters for SCL were Steve Lombara (4 for 4 2HR) Dave Breen (2 for 2 HR).  No stats were recieved for St. Lawrence.

 

 

In game two SCL’s bats stayed hot.  SCL took and early lead and never looked back.  SCL scored 12 runs in the 4th inning.  St. Lawrence tried to mount a comeback late but it was too little to late for a team that was missing 3 players.  SCL took game two 23-17, to climb to within one game of 1st place with one week to go.  Leading hitters for SCL were Mike Santinano (2 for 4 2B 3B), Brad Eaton (4 for 5 3B) and Mike “Gino” Jeonotte (3 for 4 2 runs scored). No stats were recieved for St. Lawrence.

 

 

It was a battle against the 3rd place Institution for Savings against the 4th place Carrolton Club 498 over on the Stephen Grimes Field.  The institution showed some great offensive power in Game 1, putting 12 players across the plate; adding some outstanding defense with acrobat plays provided by Brian Lombara, unfortunately it wasn’t enough to get the win as the 498 took the win by a score of 13-12.  Getting the win for the 498 was Blake. Leading hitters for the 498 were Scott Garand 4-4, Craig Barton 3-4  (HR), Peter Garand 3-4, Mark Hardie 3-4. Leading hitters for IFS were Craig Dupray 3-4, Dick Merry 2-5 and a sac, Brian Lombara 3-5, and Nate 4-5.  Pitching an outstanding game was Steve Turner.

 

 

In game 2, the Institution couldn’t get any offense together for Steve Turner, who again pitched an outstanding game.  With only 10 hits and 3 runs, IFS was swept away by the Carrolton Club 498 by a score of 4 to 3.  Getting the win was Billy O'Brien. Leading hitters for the 498 were Patrick Macintosh 3-4, Billy O Brien 3-4 and jared Grahm 3-4.  Leading hitters for IFS were Charlie Michaud 2-4, Craig Dupray 3-4, and Joe Greenwood 2-3.

 

 

 

 

 

July 27th

 

Battling on the Upper Field were the second place SCL Home Services, against the Institution for Savings, who over the past few weeks added a few new players before the trade deadline; splitting the past two weeks after dropping 6 straight games. 

 

1st game- IFS won the first in a nail biter 12 – 10.  Leading hitters for IFS were Paul James 2-4 with a HR, Joe Greenwood showing his power, blasting 2 home runs and going 2-4 in the clean-up spot, followed by Dickie Merry who went 4-4 at the plate.  Steve Turner pitched and outstanding game, getting the victory. Leading hitters for SCL, Barry Eaton (2 for 4 HR), Brad Eaton (3 for 4 two triples) and Scot Morrison (3 for 4 2 runs scored)

 

 

2nd game- In a shortened rain soaked game 2; IFS got their asses handed to them by SCL 22 – 5.  SCL put 10 players across the plate in the 3rdand never looked back.  Leading hitter for IFS was Paul James 2-2.  Dave Wood started the game and was replaced by Craig Dupray and then Joe Greenwood finished the game.  Woody gets the loss. Leading hitters for SCL, Brad Eaton (3 for 4 2B HR), Dirk Falardeau (3 for 4 3 runs scored), and Steve Lombara (3 for 3 2B).

 

 

 

Over on the Stephen Grimes Field, the St. Lawrence Club battled the beat down Carrolton Club 498. 

 

1st game - St. Lawrence won the first battle 18 - 8. Leading hitters were Jay Vitale 4-5 in the leadoff spot scoring 2 runs. Dave Moore also went 2-4 with 2 RBI followed by Joe DUBE going 4-5 with 2 RBI. Many others contributed, however the star of the game was the pitcher Doug, who shut down the opponent and held them to 8 runs, to clinch the victory.

 

 

2nd game - "St. Lawrence Literary Society" was held to only 11 runs, while the opponent scored 14 runs to break the 14 game winning streak. Dominic Bariola had a Home Run in the game, Joe Dube went 3-5,while driving in 2 runs, Dave Moore also went 3-5 with a couple RBIs. Although many contributed, the St. Lawrence failed to come through in the clutch, however will be a force to be reckoned with in the playoffs

 

6/15/2014 Father's Day Classic

 

It was a battle for sole possession of first place on the Upper Field, as the 6 and 2 Saint Lawrence Club battled the 6 and 2 SCL Home Services.  Unfortunately the brooms were out, as the Saint Lawrence swept SCL in the Father’s Day double header main event!  In game 1, the Saints took down SCL by a score of 20 to 9.  Leading hitters for the Saints were Jay Vitale 3 for 5, Joe Dupuis 3 for 4, Bob Moore 4 for 4, Derek Sutherland 3 for 4, and Dominic Baraiolo 3 for 3.  Taking the win was Mike Stasiuk.

Leading hitters for SCL were Barry Eaton 2 for 3, Jeff Putur 3 for 3, Mike Santiano 2 for 3 and blast for home run that landed near Charlie Foley Field, and Patrick Kelley 2 for 3; getting the loss was Pete Robins.

 

In game 2, the offensive charge of the Saint Lawrence was too much for SCL to handle, as the Saint’s put 15 runs across the plate, to wrap up the sweep by a score of 15 to 2.  Leading hitters for the Saint Lawrence were Dave Moore 3 for 5, Kane Moestellar 3 for 5, Brian Story 3 for 4, Joe Dupuis 2 for 3, and Mike Stasiuk 4 for 4.  Getting the win was Mike Stasiuk.

Leading hitters for SCL were Barry Eaton 2 for 2, Tim Galanis and Mike Santiano each going 2 for 3, and Alex Nichols 2 for 2.  Mike Jeannotte gets the loss.

 

Over on the Stephen Grimes Field, it was battle out of last place for the 2 and 6 Institution for Savings, against the 2 and 6 Carrolton Club 498.  In a close game 1, the Carrolton Club edged out the struggling IFS, for their 5th straight loss, by a score of 7 to 5.  Leading the charge for the 498 were Craig Barton 3 for 4 and a shot for a dinger, Brian Harding 2 for 3, and Ted Spinale 3 for 3.  Mike Blake gets the win!

IFS notables were Paul James, 4 for 4 and home run, Charlie Michaud, Al Souza, and Artie Rousseau each 1 for 3 with a run.  Larry White gets the loss.

 

In game 2, the Institution for Savings finally showed up offensively and defensively, to get their first win in 6 games, by a score of 12 to 9.  Leading the offensive charge for the IFS were Joe Greenwood 1 hit, 3 walks, and 4 runs, Dick Merry 2 for 4, Larry White 3 for 3, and Dave Wood 2 for 4.  Steve Turner gets the win.

Leading hitters for the Carrolton Club 498 were Scott Garand and Jamie Morley each 2 for 4, Brian Harding 2 for 3, Mike Blake 3 for 3 and a deep drive for a homer.  Scott Higgins gets the loss for the 498.

 

 

6-8-2014

 

In game 1 on the Upper Field, The Institution For Savings took on SCL Home Services, trying to redeem themselves for the sweep last week, however SCL squeaked by with the victory 17 to 14. Leading hitters for SCL were Scot Morrison 5 for 5, Jeff Putur 3 for 5, Tim Galanis 4 for 5, and Steve Lombara, Brad Eaton, Dirk Farlardeau, Pete Robbins each going 3 for 4.

Leading hitters for SCL were Charlie Michaud 4 for 4, Joe Greenwood 2 for 2 with a homerun, Larry White 3 for 4, Dave Wood 3 for 4, and Chris Brown 3 for 3.

 

In game 2, again for the second straight week, the Institution For Savings was swept away by a score of 15 to 11 by the first place SCL Home Services. Leading the charge for SCL were Scot Morrison and Steve Lombara, both 3 for 4, Dave Breen, 3 for 3, Brad Eaton, Joe Napoli, and Dirk Farlardeau, each going 2 for 3.

Leading hitters for the Bankers were Charlie Michaud 2 for 4, Paul James 4 for 4, Walter Grady 3 for 4, and Dick Merry 2 for 4.

 

On the Stephen Grimes Field, it was a battle of clubs, as the Carrolton Club 498 took on the Saint Lawrence, with the Saints prevailing in game 1 by a score of 8 to 4. Leading hitters for the Saints were Jim Restucci 2 for 2, Doug Howland 1 for 2 with a run, Derek Sutherland 2 for 2, and Joe Dupuis 3 for 3.

Leaders for the Carrolton Club were Craig Barton 3 for 4, Dan Brennan 3 for 3, and Jared Graham, Mike Blake, and Mike Powers each going 2 for 3.

 

In the grudge match, the Saint Lawrence completed the sweep, beating the Carrolton Club by a score of 17 to 9. Leading the charge for the Saints were Dominic Baraiolo 3 for 4, Derek Sutherland 3 for 4, Joe Dupuis 3 for 3 hitting a bomb for a homer, and Mike Stasiuk 2 for 3.

Leading hitters for the Carrolton Club were Scott Garand 3 for 4, Jamie Morley 4 for 4, Mike Blake 3 for 4, Mike Powers 3 for 3, and Ted Spinale 2 for 3.

 

6-1-2014

 

In game 1 played on the Upper Field, the 3 and 1 SCL Home Services took on the slow starting 1 and 3 Carrolton Club 498 in a 15 to 8 score, with SCL taking the victory. Key hitters for SCL were Tim Galanis 4 for 4, Pete Robbings 3 for 3, Steve Lombara with a monster shot for a dinger, and multiple players going 2 for 3.

Leading hitters for the Carrolton Club 498 were Jared Graham 3 for 4, Bill O'brien 2 for 3, Brian Harding 3 for 4, and Dan Brennan 2 for 3.

 

In game 2, the smoking hot SCL Home Services were ice cold, as the struggling 498 took the grudge match by a score of 15 to 7. Leading the charge for the 498 were Scott Garand, Jared Graham, Peter Garand, and Mike Blake all 3 for 4 with Dan Brennan going 3 for 3.

Leading hitters for SCL were Jeff Putur 3 for 4, Tim Galanis 4 for 4, Mike Jeonotte 3 for 4, and Dirk Farlardeau.

 

Over on the Stephen Grimes field, the broom was out for the sole possession of 2nd place, as the 2 and 2 Saint Lawrence Club took on the Institution for Savings. The Bankers had their asses handed to them in Game 1 by a score of 25 to 5! Leading the charge for the Saint's were Dave Moore 4 for 5, Scott Hunt 3 for 5, Doug Howland, Derek Sutherland and Bob Moore both 3 for 4, Joe Dube and Brian Story both going long for a pair of home runs.

Leading hitters for the Institution, Joe "sure thing" Greenwood 4 for 4, Larry White 2 for 3 and a K, and Dave Woods 3 for 3.

 

In game 2, the Saint's took down the Bankers by a score of 15 to 7 to complete the sweep. Leading the Saints were Jay Vitale 4 for 4, Joe Dube 3 for 4, Kane Moestellar 3 for 4, and Scott Hunt 3 for 4, and Derek Sutherland with a dinger.

Leading hitters for the Institution For Savings were Joe Greenwood 2 for 3, Craig Dupray 3 for 3, and Dick Merry 3 for 3.

 

 

6-8-2014

 

In game 1 on the Upper Field, The Institution For Savings took on SCL Home Services, trying to redeem themselves for the sweep last week, however SCL squeaked by with the victory 17 to 14. Leading hitters for SCL were Scot Morrison 5 for 5, Jeff Putur 3 for 5, Tim Galanis 4 for 5, and Steve Lombara, Brad Eaton, Dirk Farlardeau, Pete Robbins each going 3 for 4.

Leading hitters for SCL were Charlie Michaud 4 for 4, Joe Greenwood 2 for 2 with a homerun, Larry White 3 for 4, Dave Wood 3 for 4, and Chris Brown 3 for 3.

 

In game 2, again for the second straight week, the Institution For Savings was swept away by a score of 15 to 11 by the first place SCL Home Services. Leading the charge for SCL were Scot Morrison and Steve Lombara, both 3 for 4, Dave Breen, 3 for 3, Brad Eaton, Joe Napoli, and Dirk Farlardeau, each going 2 for 3.

Leading hitters for the Bankers were Charlie Michaud 2 for 4, Paul James 4 for 4, Walter Grady 3 for 4, and Dick Merry 2 for 4.

 

On the Stephen Grimes Field, it was a battle of clubs, as the Carrolton Club 498 took on the Saint Lawrence, with the Saints prevailing in game 1 by a score of 8 to 4. Leading hitters for the Saints were Jim Restucci 2 for 2, Doug Howland 1 for 2 with a run, Derek Sutherland 2 for 2, and Joe Dupuis 3 for 3.

Leaders for the Carrolton Club were Craig Barton 3 for 4, Dan Brennan 3 for 3, and Jared Graham, Mike Blake, and Mike Powers each going 2 for 3.

 

In the grudge match, the Saint Lawrence completed the sweep, beating the Carrolton Club by a score of 17 to 9. Leading the charge for the Saints were Dominic Baraiolo 3 for 4, Derek Sutherland 3 for 4, Joe Dupuis 3 for 3 hitting a bomb for a homer, and Mike Stasiuk 2 for 3.

Leading hitters for the Carrolton Club were Scott Garand 3 for 4, Jamie Morley 4 for 4, Mike Blake 3 for 4, Mike Powers 3 for 3, and Ted Spinale 2 for 3.

 

 

6-1-2014

 

In game 1 played on the Upper Field, the 3 and 1 SCL Home Services took on the slow starting 1 and 3 Carrolton Club 498 in a 15 to 8 score, with SCL taking the victory. Key hitters for SCL were Tim Galanis 4 for 4, Pete Robbings 3 for 3, Steve Lombara with a monster shot for a dinger, and multiple players going 2 for 3.

Leading hitters for the Carrolton Club 498 were Jared Graham 3 for 4, Bill O'brien 2 for 3, Brian Harding 3 for 4, and Dan Brennan 2 for 3.

 

In game 2, the smoking hot SCL Home Services were ice cold, as the struggling 498 took the grudge match by a score of 15 to 7. Leading the charge for the 498 were Scott Garand, Jared Graham, Peter Garand, and Mike Blake all 3 for 4 with Dan Brennan going 3 for 3.

Leading hitters for SCL were Jeff Putur 3 for 4, Tim Galanis 4 for 4, Mike Jeonotte 3 for 4, and Dirk Farlardeau.

 

Over on the Stephen Grimes field, the broom was out for the sole possession of 2nd place, as the 2 and 2 Saint Lawrence Club took on the Institution for Savings. The Bankers had their asses handed to them in Game 1 by a score of 25 to 5! Leading the charge for the Saint's were Dave Moore 4 for 5, Scott Hunt 3 for 5, Doug Howland, Derek Sutherland and Bob Moore both 3 for 4, Joe Dube and Brian Story both going long for a pair of home runs.

Leading hitters for the Institution, Joe "sure thing" Greenwood 4 for 4, Larry White 2 for 3 and a K, and Dave Woods 3 for 3.

 

In game 2, the Saint's took down the Bankers by a score of 15 to 7 to complete the sweep. Leading the Saints were Jay Vitale 4 for 4, Joe Dube 3 for 4, Kane Moestellar 3 for 4, and Scott Hunt 3 for 4, and Derek Sutherland with a dinger.

Leading hitters for the Institution For Savings were Joe Greenwood 2 for 3, Craig Dupray 3 for 3, and Dick Merry 3 for 3.

 

 

5-18-2014

 

On the Upper Field in Game 1, Club 498 narrowly upset the Instituiton for Savings by a score of 9 to 8. Mike Blake took the win for the 498 behind the hitting of Peter Garand (4 for 5, HR), Jared Graham (3 for 5), and Craig Barton (3 for 5). Barton also provided a strong defensive game in the outfield for the 498.

Taking the loss for the IFS, was Larry White, although throwing a great game with stellar defense provided by Charlie Michaud, it wasn't enough to take down the 498. Joe Greenwood, Craig Dupray, Mike Dupray, Steve Turner, and Dave Woods, all pitched in offensively.

 

The grudge match; Game 2, behind the pitching of Steve Turner, the bankers defeated the 498, 14 to 10 with a strong game offensively and defensively, with everyone pitching in.

Taking the loss for the 498 was Scott Higgins. Scott Garand (4 for 5), Peter Garand (4 for 5), and Pat McIntosh (3 for 5), were the leading offensive stars for the 498.

 

Over the Stephen Grimes Field, SCL Home Services swept the undefeated Saint Lawrence Club with a 14 to 11 score in game 1. Mike Jeannotte had the win, also helping out the cause offensively with 4 hits. Mike Santiano (4 for 4), and Steve Lombara (3 for 3) the keys to the SCL offense.

Notable hitters for the Saints were Doug Howland (3 for 4), and Tom Moore (3 for 4). Taking the loss for the Saints was Doug Howland.

 

In a battle of game 2, the offensive charge behind a monster home run from Steve Lombara, Alex Nichols (3 for 3), and Scot Morrison (3 for 4), a fine pitching performance from Pete Robbins, and solid defense from Don DellaValle (Double D) at second base, proved to be too much for the Saints to handle.

Mike Stasiuk, taking loss pitched a great game, but the bats of Jay Viatale (3 for 5), and Doug Howland (3 for 5), weren't enough to take the win in game 2.

 

 

5-09-2014

 

FIELD SKINNING IS NOT GOING TO TAKE PLACE TOMORROW DUE TO EQUIPMENT AVAILABILITY! HOPEFULLY WE WILL BE ABLE TO SCHEDULE SOMETHING IN THE NEAR FUTURE!

 

5-06-2014

 

This coming Saturday, 5-10-2014 at 9:00, we will be skinning the infield on the outer field and putting down a new clay surface. Not only will this provide a better field for play, but more importantly a SAFER infield; eliminating those nasty hops and twisted ankles.

 

Ipswich Men's Softball League has 60 +/- active members, with another several players on a waiting list. We tried to schedule a time before opening day to do the necessary improvements to the field, however we only had a handful of guys willing to help. In my opinion this is unacceptable. We are a league, in which myself Craig Dupray, Scott Garand, Tim Galanis, and Richie Dodson have spent a great deal of time during the off-season to make this league what it is today. Both Larry White and Steve Lombara, are generously donating the use of their equipment (10 wheel dump truck, bobcat) for the day at their own expense. I know Larry only gets about 5 miles per gallon, so that is a huge contribution.

 

Bring a rake, shovel, wheel barrow, etc... or just yourself, and help us make this happen efficiently and productively...THIS IS FOR ALL OF US!!!!!

 

 

5-05-2014

 

WELCOME BACK!! On a brisk and windy opening day, the Ipswich Men’s Softball League took to the field. Welcoming back our team sponsors, SCL Home Services, Institution for Savings, Carrolton Club 498, and new comers, Saint Lawrence Literary Society.

 

On Doyon 1, the battle of the local watering holes took place, Carrolton Club verse the Saint Lawrence! Unfortunately for President Scott Garand and team Carrolton Club, they were swept by the Saint Lawrence, captained by Brian Story. On the Stephen Grimes field, the Institution for Savings captained by Craig Dupray and Paul James, took on SCL Home Services lead by Mike “Gino” Jeonnotte and Tim Galanis, in what turned out to be a blow-out in game 1, as the Institution destroyed SCL by a score of 29 to 6 with strong plate performances from Paul James and Charlie Michaud with back to back homers, Joe Greenwood, and Mike Dupray. SCL leading hitter was Barry Eaton with 4 hits.

In game 2, SCL rallied back to beat the Institution with a fine hitting performance from Joe Napoli, Pete Robbins, and Gino going 4 for 4; stroking a dinger to force a split in the first week of action.

 

Ipswich Men’s Softball League would like to thank SCL Home Services, Institution for Savings, Carrolton Club 498, and the Saint Lawrence Literary Society for their support in sponsoring teams for the 2014 season. IMSL would also like to thank returning corporate sponsor, Sullivan Insurance, for their continued support in providing the best insurance has to offer. Special thanks to the Ipswich School System for allowing us continued play on the Doyon fields.

 

4-30-2014

 

To make accomodations, there have been a few last minute roster moves . These will be the "FINAL" rosters for the 2014 season.

 

4-29-2014

Gentlemen, SUNDAY MAY 4TH is opening day - we will play in showers/drizzle. As a reminder, please arrive at the field at 8:30. Find Tim Galanis to pay your dues - $90, cash preferred, checks payable to "Ipswich Men's Softball League". Registration is at 8:30, pick up your shirts. At 8:45, league President will welcome all players and go over rule changes 1) overrun rule is removed - you can go back head first; 2) ASA overthrow rule in place - 2 bases from time of release. 9:00 first pitch!!

 

Final rosters are now posted!

 

Look forward to seeing you all Sunday!!!

 

PLAY BALL!!!!!

 

 

4-6-2014

1. Start date will be Sunday May 4th at 9AM we urge all players to be there at 8:30 AM to make the start of the season easier on everybody.

 

With this new year we are going to try something new and take Mother’s Day off as a bye week. So the 2014 Schueled bye weeks will be.

 

1. Sunday May 11th

2. Sunday May 25th

3. Sunday July 6th

 

So as you can see we are doing away with bye week at the end of July which also means no rain make ups. If it's a rain out it’s a split and we move on. We will try this for this year and if it works out we will keep it intact for future seasons.

 

2. Field Maintenance- Tim Galanis, Scott Garand, and Craig Dupray all went before the Ipswich school board and obtained approval to skin the back infield. Due to the fields being too damp and soft, we are looking to have a field maintenance day April 19th @ 9:00, obviously weather permiting. We are asking ALL league players to attend the field maintenance event to make the day go quicker. Along with bodies we are going to need shovels, rakes, edgers etc....so if you can come for the whole day or part of the day it will be appreciated.

 

3. Teams, sponsors and shirts- For the most part the teams will remain the same but their will have to be some changes to make the teams even. We also have a decent number of new players that will need to be placed on teams. We know certain players want to play with certain people and we will do our best to make accommodate those requests. New shirts have also been ordered and yes we will not get black. At this point all the sponsors are going to remain the same with the exception of St Lawrence being added in place of Bruhm Tire.

 

4. Rules Changes- For the 2014 season the following rules were voted on and approved for change.

 

1. We will be allowing players when they over run a base, fall down etc to be able to dive back into the base instead of having to regain their footing. (To be clear we are not allowing straight sliding and will still be an out).

2. The over throw rule will be followed by the ASA rule book this year and will not follow the previous rules that were in place.

3. Schulte Rule will be in effect! No player shall be added after July 1st with the exception of a team falling below 10 players.

 

5. Dues for 2014- The dues we requested and voted on will be $90.00. This will help with the cost of the back filed repairs, and keeping intact other yearly activities too include, year-end cookout, free beer on Father’s Day, etc.

 

5. Dues for 2014- The dues we requested and voted on will be $90.00. This will help with the cost of the back filed repairs, and keeping intact other yearly activities too include, year-end cookout, Father’s Day, etc.