| This section is dedicated to past league champions, players, coaches, volunteers, and managers of Meriden Little League. The facts collected and posted were based on information provided by managers, coaches, players, and parents who were involved with Meriden Little League. If anyone has any additional information that they would like to add, or may remember a story differently, please drop me an e-mail. Have any old or new stories? How about old photos you could lend? We would love to hear from you. Also in need of All-Star photos, old league photos, All-Star team rosters. There's still a lot of history to go .... can you help? Drop us a line today.
2000
Meriden Little League opened its 52nd season with two leagues, the "Jack Barry" League and the "Ed Walsh" League. Both Jack Barry Little League and Ed Walsh Little League enjoy their 51th year anniversary. South Meriden joins the Cal Ripkin Youth Baseball League.
Jack Barry and Ed Walsh entered their second season of inter-league play. Each team played a three game inter-league schedule at the Farm A and Major level.
Sponsors
Jack Barry Sponsors, Regs Level: Five teams played at the Regs level during 2000: Aresco's Superette, Billings Sports Shop, Guida-Seibert Dairy, Elks Club and Malerba City Tire.
Team sponsors for the Ed Walsh League were: Mule Security & Electric Inc., Billings Sports, Alan's Cup & Saucer, Kiwanis Club, Fiderio & Sons, and Pauls Market.
Opening Day 2000
The Jack Barry Little League launched its 51st season on April 15,2000 before 900+ players, family members, and fans. Special guest speakers Mayor Joseph Marinan, State Representative Buddy Altobello, Meriden Fire Chief William Dunn, JBLL volunteer Frank Mohr, and Dick Calvanese Elks Exalted Ruler, participated in the opening day ceremonies. Reverend Robert Broesler of Saint Andrews Church delivered the invocation and Faith Lomba sang the National Anthem. Elks E.R. Dick Calvanese accepted a special sponsorship award recognizing 50 years as a team sponsor with Jack Barry Little League. Frank Mohr received the special JBLL "Green Jacket Award" for his many years of dedicated volunteer service with Jack Barry. Frank Mohr threw out the ceremonial inaugural pitch to Josh Cichon, Billings Sports catcher, to conclude the ceremonies and start the new season.
Frank Mohr, sporting the "JBLL Green Jacket Award", throws out the inaugural first pitch (a strike of course) to officially open the JBLL 2000 season.
Play Ball!
In opening day action, Malerba Tire defeated the Elks Club 7-2 behind the pitching trio of Mark Padilla, Arthur Stevens, and Matt Bergeron. Krystal Jones and Sean Sullivan pitched well for the Elks
In the nightcap, Arescos Superette came from behind to edge Billings 4-3 in 8 innings. Trailing 3-1 in the bottom of the sixth, Arescos tied the score 3-3 and eventually went on to win by a 4-3 score. Pat Dodge pitched 6 innings for Arescos striking out 13 batters and relief pitcher Paul Radzunas struck out 6 batters in two innings of work. Justin Broesler pitched well for Billings going 6 innings and striking out 12 batters.
The Ed Walsh Little League opened it 51st season on April 15,2000. Earlier this year, Ed Walsh Little league lost a very special friend and coach with the passing of Ralph Carey. Ralph was a 20 year volunteer to the league, coaching a large number of Ed Walsh graduates. He not only provided them with outstanding baseball skills, but instilled in them the values of true sportsmanship. Ralph also shared this entire time as an active member on the Board of Directors and as the leagues equipment manager. In recognition of this dedication, the Board of Directors has dedicated the 2000 Little League season to Ralph Carey.
Aresco's Superette Wins JBLL Season Championship
Arescos Superette finished its season 12-4 to win the Jack Barry Little League Championship for the second year in a row.
In Arescos last game of the year, Steven Bucchieri pitched 5 2/3 innings allowing one run while striking out four batters in Arescos 3-1 win over Guidas Dairy. Pat Dodge retired the last batter in the sixth for the save.
REGS
Jack Barry Playoff Champion, Regs Level: Guidas Dairy
Managers & Coaches: Jon Hall, Frank Marturano
Majors - Playoff Champs
Guidas Dairy, 2000 Playoff Champs-Regs, JBLL
Ed Walsh Playoff Champion, Regs Level: Alan's Cup N' Saucer
Managers & Coaches: Alan Giacco
Jack Barry Season Champion, Regs Level: Arescos Superette (12-4),
Managers & Coaches : Nial Wagner, Bill Radzunas, and Dwight Dodge
Majors - Regular Season Champs
Aresco's Superette, 2000 Season Champs-Regs, JBLL
Ed Walsh Season Champion, Regs Level: Alan's Cup N' Saucer
Managers & Coaches : Alan Giacco
FARM A
Jack Barry Playoff Champion Farm A: East Main Citgo
Managers & Coaches: Rick Graham and Dave Ritchie
Farm A - Playoff Champs
East Main St. Citgo, 2000 Playoff Champs-Farm A, JBLL
Jack Barry Season Champions Farm A: LaRosa Construction
Managers & Coaches: Brian Gardner and Doug Wedge.
Farm A - Regular Season Champs
LaRosa Construction, 2000 Season Champs-Farm A, JBLL
CITY SERIES
No series this year.
Fall Baseball 2000 Season
Jack Barry Little League opened its first fall baseball season in 2000, with one team in the 9-10 year old division.
After completing a successful regular season with a 10-3 record, good for a second place finish, the Jack Barry 9-10 year old fall baseball team closed out the season by winning the playoff championship. The locals went 3-0 during the playoffs as they blanking the Farmington Cubs 10-0, edged Ed Walsh 11-6, and then defeating the Berlin White Sox 15-0 in the championship game held Sunday October 28,2000, at the Bill Pettit Sports Complex in Berlin. Sundays game was all Jack Barry (15-0), as they played in 38 degree temperature, a wind chill factor of 25 degrees, 25 mph winds, and snow flurries to boot.
2000 JBLL Fall Baseball
Jack Barry Little League 9-10 year old fall baseball team. 2000 Playoff Champion. First row (left to right): Vincent Bucchieri, Ryan Hubner, Rashamell Vereen, Eric Murdy, Gary Rogers, and Ryan McKay. (Lto R); Brandon Gearing, Nick D'Amato, Conor Meehan, Anthony Rosa, Bobby Sorensen, DJ (Daniel Kokoszka, and Nelson Torres. Missing from picture Aaron Ganus. Back row (L to R); Coach Joe D'Amato, Scott McKay, and missing from picture Coach Fred Bucchieri.
District 5 Tournament Play (11-12 Year Olds)
Meriden Little League sends two All-Star teams to the District 5 Double-Elimination Tournament.
The Ed Walsh All-Stars defeated the Jack Barry All-Stars 12-0, July 5,2000 at Carter Field. Over 200 fans enjoyed the game as Eric Hesseltine pitch a no-hitter and struck out 10 batters to get the win for the Walsh Stars. The Walsh nine scored eight times in the second to secure the win.
Jack Barry All-Stars fell to the Forestville All-Stars, 10-2, at Peck Park in Bristol, eliminating the locals from District 5 play. Forestville was paced by Kevin Wing's five innings on the mound where he allowed three hits and struck out 8 Barry batters. Jack Barry ended District 5 Tournament play at 0-2 for the third straight year.
Ed Walsh defeated McCabe-Waters of Bristol 4-2, on 7-8-00, in a game played at the Ed Walsh Field. Matt Corsetti pitched an excellent game for the locals to get the win. Aaron Belmonte of McCabe-Waters took the loss. The locals are now 2-0 in District 5 play.
The Ed Walsh All-Stars defeated the Edgewood All-Stars 5-2 at Breen Field in Bristol, on July 11,2000. Eric Hesseltine pitch a two-hitter for the locals to get the win.
The Wallingford All-Stars defeated the Ed Walsh All-Stars 3-1 on Friday July 14,2000 before 200 fans at the Ed Walsh Field. Backed by the one-hit pitching performance of Mike McCarthy, the Wallingford All-Stars moved to the Championship game of the District 5 Tournament which will be held on Wednesday July 19,2000. Matt Corsetti pitched an excellent game for the locals allowing only three hits. Dan Giacco and Eric Hesseltine made defensive gems for the Walsh nine.
McCabe-Waters of Bristol rapped a dozen hits to defeat the Ed Walsh All-Stars 11-1, Tuesday, July 18,2000 at Frazier Field in Bristol. Winning pitcher Mike Hay spun a four-hitter and paced the M-W attack by going 3-4 and driving in five runs. Ed Walsh managed only four hits, two by Jeff Delfavero, and one each by Eric Hesseltine and Dan Giacco. The lose eliminated the locals from District 5 play as they finished with a 3-2 tournament record. McCabe-Waters advanced to the championship game versus Wallingford, Wednesday, July 19th, and must win two in a row to win the championship.
McCabe-Waters All-Stars edged the Wallingford All-Stars 1-0, Wednesday July 19,2000, at Cytex Field in Wallingford. Aaron Belmonte pitched a one-hitter with five strikeouts for the win. A bases loaded walk by Brendan Mazzochi with two outs in the bottom of the sixth forced in the winning run. Danny Gifford pitched a four-hitter for the Wallingford All-Stars. The M-W win forced a second game between the same two teams for Thursday July 20,2000, 5:30 pm, at Frazier Field in Bristol. Each team, M-W (7-1) and Wallingford (4-1), now have one lose in the double-elimination tournament.
Wallingford All-Stars defeated the McCabe-Waters All-Stars 5-2 to win the District 5 Championship and advance to the State Sectional round, Thursday July 20,2000 in Bristol. M-W took an early 2-0 lead in the top of the first however Wallingford scored four in the third on a grand slam home run by Parker Keirns. They added another run in the fifth on a solo home run by Dan Gifford to close the scoring. Mike McCarthy pitched another fine game for Wallingford to get the win, its first District 5 Championship in 21 years.
He's out at second!
Volunteer District 5 Umpire (and Jack Barry LL Umpire-in-Chief), Fred Bucchieri, gets ready to make the out call as New Britain Little Leaguer Dave Lazicki tries to leap over McCabe-Waters Mike Prentiss (5) at second base in District 5 action, July 12,2000. M-W won the contest 14-2.Want to be a volunteer umpire? Send me an e-mail (fbucchieri@snet.net) for more information.
2000 Jack Barry League 11-12 Year Old All-Stars
Paul Radzunas, Justin Broesler, Patrick Dodge, Jordan Jarvis, Joshua Cichon, Robert Jenkins, Mark Padilla, Charles Johnson, and Jason Bergeron. They were coached by Bill Radzunas and Nial Wagner.
2000 Ed Walsh League 11-12 Year Old All-Stars
Justin Poirier, Eric Hesseltine, Matt Corsetti, Dan Giacco, Matt Pierce, Tim Loncak, Matt Phillips, Chris Pittman, Scott Lockman, Jeff Delfavro, John Kouach, Matt Wrinn, and Chris Hyde. They were coached by Alan Giacco.
Sierra Maestra Little League from Maracaibo Venezuela won the Little League World Series by beating Bellair Texas, 3-2, before 42,000 fans on August 26,2000. Venezuela claimed its second World Series championship in six years and fifth overall for Latin America. The win was the 28th by international representatives, versus 26 won by U.S. teams.
2001
Meriden Little League opened its 53nd season with two leagues, the "Jack Barry" League and the "Ed Walsh" League. Both Jack Barry Little League and Ed Walsh Little League enjoy their 52th year anniversary. South Meriden continues to play in the Cal Ripkin Youth Baseball League. Jack Barry Little League launched its first Junior Little League program this year for 13~14 year olds.
Jack Barry and Ed Walsh entered their third season of inter-league play. This year, each team played a one game inter-league schedule at the Farm A and Major level.
Sponsors
Jack Barry Sponsors, Regs Level: Five teams played at the Regs level during 2001: Aresco's Superette, Billings Sports Shop, Guida-Seibert Dairy, Elks Club and Malerba City Tire.
Team sponsors for the Ed Walsh League were: Mule Security & Electric Inc., Billings Sports, Alan's Cup & Saucer, Kiwanis Club, Fiderio & Sons, and Paul's Market.
Opening Day 2001
The Jack Barry Little League launched its 52nd season on April 21,2001 before 700+ players, family members, and fans. Special guest speakers Mayor Joseph Marinan, State Representative Buddy Altobello, State Senator Thomas Gaffey, and Bob Malerba and the Malerba Family, participated in the opening day ceremonies. Father Mark Jette delivered the invocation and Faith Lomba sang the National Anthem. Bob Malerba accepted a special sponsorship award recognizing 50 years as a team sponsor with Jack Barry Little League. Mrs Bill Malerba made a donation of $1000 to the league in honor of her late husband Bill Malerba and Bob Malerbas Son Bill Malerba. Bill Malerba was one of the founders of Meriden Little League. The money will be used in helping the league put players unable to pay on the field. Also receiving special awards for their many years of dedicated volunteer service with Jack Barry were Maria Wagner, Liz Nawrocki, Dwight Dodge and past President John Mansolf. Bob Malerba's son threw out the ceremonial inaugural pitch to Carlos Ruiz, Aresco's Supereette catcher, to conclude the ceremonies and start the new season.
The Malerba Family, Bob Malerba second from left, his son Jeff, and his Mom, Mrs. Bill Malerba receive 50 year sponsor plaque. Mrs. Malerba made a generous donation of $1,000 to the JBLL in memory of her late husband Bill Malerba and Bob's son Bill Malerba. Bill was one of the founders of Meriden Little League.
Jeff Malerba throws out the inaugural first pitch to officially open the JBLL 2001 season.
Play Ball!
In opening day action, Guida's Dairy defeated the Elks Club 12-2 behind the pitching of Paul Virgulto and William Stewart. Jason Giacco and Josean Rosa pitched well for the Elks.
In the nightcap, Malerba Silver City Tire defeated Billings 11-1. Jason Zuber was the winning pitcher for Malerba, and Kevin O'Leary pitched well for Billings. Playing well for the tiremen were Jason and Matt Bergeron.
Jack Barry 13~14 year old Junior League made history as they began their inaugural season on April 16,2001. The Barry Juniors have joined the Wallingford-Yalesville Junior League program for the 2001 season and will play an 18-game schedule within a seven team division. Jack Barry Juniors fielded two teams, Milner's Cafe and Barry's.
The Jack Barry -Barry's 13~14 year old Junior League won their opener by
defeating Wall Systems 6-2, Monday, April 16,2001, at Dag Field in
Wallingford. Paul Radzunas and Justin Broesler combined on a
three-hitter and Jordan Jarvis went 3-3, Sean Sullivan went 2-3 with a
double and two RBI's, Mike Johnson 1-2, and Kyle Skitromo went 2-3 with
1 RBI to lead the Barry attack. Issac King and Steven Bucchieri had a fine game defensively.
REGS
Jack Barry Playoff Champion, Regs Level: Guida's Dairy
Managers & Coach: Manager Jon Hall, coach Joe D'Amato and Fran Marturano
Ed Walsh Playoff Champion, Regs Level: Billings Sports
Managers & Coaches: ------------------
Jack Barry Season Champion, Regs Level: Malerba Silver City Tire
Managers & Coaches : Bill Bergeron, Peter Bergeron, and Jim Zuber.
Ed Walsh Season Champion, Regs Level: Billings Sports
Managers & Coaches : ----------------------------------
FARM A
Jack Barry Playoff Champion Farm A: LaRosa Construction
Managers & Coaches: Brian Wagner and Doug Wedge.
Jack Barry Season Champions Farm A: LaRosa Construction
Managers & Coaches: Brian Wagner and Doug Wedge.
CITY SERIES
TBD
Fall Baseball 2001 Season
Jack Barry Little League opened its second fall baseball season in 2001. This year Jack Barry will field 4 teams, a 9-10 year old, 11-12 year old, and a 12-13 year old Junior team.
Ladder 27,Badge 7039 - Junior League, Coached by Fred Bucchieri, Rob Cichon, and Dick Luce.
Masonic Lodge - Little League, Coached by Scott McKay and Joe D'Amato.
Meriden Police Union - Little League, Coached by Nial Wagner.
Biestek Bail Bonds - Little League, Coached by Doug Wedge and Kurt Mischke.
Ladder 27, Badge 7039 - Junior League Sponsorship
In memory of Frank Mohr's father, NYC Firefighter.
Post Season 2001
Yalesville Tournament Play (9-10 Year Olds)
Tournament held at Parker Farm's Field Yalesville Little League. Directions: RT-5 South to RT-150 South to Parker Farms Road-right on Parker Farms, 1/4 mile take left to Parker Farms School.
Southington West Tournament Play (11 Year Olds)
Double elimination Tournament held at Southington West Little League. Directions to ballpark from Meriden: I-691 to I-84 East to Exit 31 (West Street); take left onto West st. and continue north approximately 1.5 miles to Spring St. (top of the hill at light church called Tabernacle on right) ; take right onto Spring St., the Western Baseball League complex is 200 yards on the left.
The Jack Barry Little League lost to Southington South 7-6 on Saturday June 30, 2001 in the Southington Western League Tournament. Scott Harkness, Tommy Girouard and Brandon Gearing played excellent in a tough loss.
On Sunday, July 1,2001 Jack Barry Little League won 6-3 against Southington West to even their record at 1-1. Aaron Ganus and Brian Ritchie pitched very well and several players had key hits in a 5 run first inning for the locals.
Another total team effort propeled the Jack Barry Little League 11-Year Old Stars to their second tournament win, Wednesday July 4,2001, at the Southington West Complex. A 6 run second inning highlighted by Nelson Torres' bases clearing double was the key. Solid pithching by Josh Virgulto and relief by Nelson, Nick D'Amato and Scott Harkness helped preserve the victory. The JBLL squad is now 2-1.
Jack Barry Little League lost their final tournament game 5-1, to finish 2-2 in the Southington Western Tournament
District 5 Tournament Play (9-10 Year Olds)
All Games are played at Southington South.
District 5 Tournament Play (11-12 Year Olds)
Meriden Little League sends two All-Star teams to the District 5 Double-Elimination Tournament.
The Jack Barry Little League 12-year old All-Stars lost a nail biter, 3-2 to the Plainville All-Stars, on Friday June 29,2001, at the Jack Barry Little League Complex. Jack Barry was winning 2-1 going into the fifth inning when Plainville pushed two runs across on a two-run double by Matt Beoudoin that just cleared the third base bag (fair by inches). Plainville pitcher Kevin Czellecz struck out 12, walked 4, and allowed 4 hits to get the win. Paul Virgulto pitched six innings for the locals allowing 5 hits, walking 1, and striking out 4. Kevin Foye, Jason Giacco (1 RBI), Rene Nieves, and Paul Virgulto had hits for the Barry Stars.
The Ed Walsh Little League 12 year old All-Stars lost their opener, 4-1 to Farmington, in Farmington, Friday June 29,2001.
The Jack Barry Little League All-Stars snapped an 8 game District 5 losing streak with a come from behind 7-6 victory over Wallingford, in a game played at Wallingford's Cytec Field, Saturday June 30,2001. It was the first District 5 win since 1997 for the Barry All-Stars. Paul Virgulto started Barry's off with a 2-run first inning homer. Trailing 6-2 in the 4th, Barry's exploded for 5 runs to take a 7-6 lead in the fifth inning. Kevin Zimmer and Rene Nieves had two hits for the locals. Jason Zuber pitched three innings allowing all 6 runs and Rene Nieves pitched the 4th~6th to secure the victory and get the win.
The Cheshire Little League All-Stars defeated Ed Walsh, 8-2, Saturday June 30,2001, at Ed Walsh Field Meriden. Tom Murray went the distance for Cheshire to notch the win and Matt Mazzone homered to lead the offense. The lose eliminated the locals from District 5 Tournament play with a record of 0-2.
Jack Barry All-Stars were defeated by the McCabe-Waters All-Stars 5-1, in a game played on Monday, July 2,2001. Paul Virgulto took the lose and pitched well over the first 4 innings giving up only 3 runs. The lose eliminated the locals from District 5 play, finishing at 1-2 for the tournament.
In Bristol, the Yalesville Little League All-Stars defeated the McCabe-Waters All-Stars Friday July 13,2001 to win the District 5 Championship. It was the first District 5 Championship in Yalesville since 1965, a 36-year drought. Yalseville got a no-hitter from Jeff Piscatelli and scored nine runs in the first two innings to overwhelm host McCabe-Waters 9-0. Piscatelli struck out 16 while walking one batter to get the win. He also went 3-for-3 at the plate including a two-run home run. Bobby Bukowski also smashed a two-run homer while Mike Goodrich was 2-for-3 with two runs scored. Yalesville manager Ken Welch has seen his team go 5-0 in District 5 play with wins over Berlin 7-0, McCabe-Waters 6-0, N.B. Americans 9-2, Southington North 6-2 and McCabe-Waters 9-0.
District 5 & Connecticut State Little League Champs, Yalesville Little League
District 5 Tournament Play (13-14 Year Olds)
Meriden Junior League sends two All-Star teams to the District 5 Double-Elimination Tournament.
The Jack Barry Junior All-Stars were defeated by Plainville 11-1, Tuesday July 3,2001, in a game played at Norton Park in Plainville. Justin Febles pitched well for the locals and scored the lone Barry run. Jordan Jarvis played well at first base for the locals. Fielding errors led to 8 unearned Plainville runs.
The Jack Barry Junior All-Stars lost to Yalesville, 12-3, on Friday, July 6,2001 at Parker Farms Field in Yalesville. The lose eliminated the locals from District 5 play (0-2 record). Justin Febles hit a two-run home run in the top of the first to give Barry's a 2-0 lead, however errors where Barry's downfall as Yalesville pushed 5 across in the first three innings. They broke it open in the fifth with 4 more to secure the victory. Kyle Skitromo hit a solo home run for the third Barry run. Jordan Jarvis, Charlie Johnson, and Krystal Jones had hits for the locals. Justin Broesler pitched well in relief for the Barry Stars. Fielding errors led to 7 unearned Yalesville runs.
2001 Jack Barry Little League 9-10 Year Old All-Stars
They were coached by Brian Gardner and Doug Wedge.
2001 Jack Barry Little League 9-10 Year Old Yalesville Tournament Team
Ryan Laude, Matt Fox, Michael Biron, Mike Kapustinski, Nick Webb, Charles Medina, Gabian Gaudet, Chris Russell, Dan Roesler, Adam Foxx, Kendall Covington, Mark Virgulto, Jose Rodriguez, Roger Rodriguez, and Alex Foxx. They were coached by Rick Graham, Bob Kapustinski, and Vincent Pomarico.
2001 Jack Barry Little League 11 Year Old Southington West Tournament Team
Nick D'Amato, Michael Damon, Michele Faust, Aaron Ganus, Brandon Gearing, Tom Girouard, Scott Harkness, Kevin O'Leary, Brian Ritchie, Nelson Torres, Rashamell Vereen and Josh Virgulto. This years team is coached by Joe D'Amato, Nial Wagner, and Fran Marturano.
District 5 Little League All-Star Team
2001 Jack Barry Little League 11-12 Year Old All-Stars
Kevin Zimmer, Jason Zuber, Paul Virgulto, Kevin Foye, Carlos Ruiz, Rene Nieves, Matt Bergeron, William Stewart, Jason Giacco, Andrew Vesquez, Nathan Luce, Cody Watson, and Blake Howard. They were coached by Bill Bergeron, Peter Bergeron, and Jim Zuber.
District 5 Junior League All-Star Team
2001 Jack Barry Junior League 13-14 Year Old All-Stars
Front row L. to R.: Steven Bucchieri, Charlie Johnson, & Ken Ford. Second row: Hector Marte, Justin Broesler, Erik Shortel, & Justin Febles, Back row: Coach Rob Cichon, Josh Cichon, Justin Russell, Paul Radzunas, Jordan Jarvis, Krystal Jones, Kyle Skitromo, and coach Fred Bucchieri.
2001 Ed Walsh Little League 11-12 Year Old All-Stars
Banning, Miller, Justin Proctor, Pittman, Donnan, Shafer, Bafumi, Lake, Gaines, Nichols, Dominello, and Olson. The were coached by
Sendai Japan won the Little League World Series 2-1 August 24,2001.
2002
Meriden Little League opened its 54nd season with two leagues, the "Jack Barry" League and the "Ed Walsh" League. Both Jack Barry Little League and Ed Walsh Little League enjoy their 53th year anniversary. South Meriden continues to play in the Cal Ripkin Youth Baseball League. Jack Barry Little League launched its second Junior Little League program this year for 13~14 year olds.
Jack Barry and Ed Walsh entered their fourth season of inter-league play. This year, each team played a one game inter-league schedule at the Major level.
Sponsors
Jack Barry Sponsors, Regs Level expands to six teams during 2002: Aresco's Superette, Billings Sports Shop, Guida-Seibert Dairy, Elks Club, Masonic Lodge #97, and Malerba City Tire.
Team sponsors for the Ed Walsh League were: Mule Security & Electric Inc., Billings Sports, Alan's Cup & Saucer, Kiwanis Club, Fiderio & Sons, and Rick Real.
Opening Day 2002
The Jack Barry Little League launched its 53rd season on April 20,2002 before players (375), family members, and fans totaling near 900. Special guest speakers Mayor Mark Benigni, State Representative Buddy Altobello, State Senator Thomas Gaffey, and Mrs. Milderd Carter-Pugh and her Family, participated in the opening day ceremonies. Also in attendance were Mrs. Carter-Pugh's daughter Ellen, her son John and her grandchildren Rob and
Jonathan.
Faith Lomba sang the National Anthem. Mrs Carter-Pugh accepted a special "Carter Field" Rededication Award in memory of her late husband, John E. Carter, past League President and volunteer. Also receiving special awards for their many years of dedicated volunteer service with Jack Barry were Jon Hall, Ron Norkiewicz, Fran Marturano, and past President John Mansolf. Mrs. Carter-Pugh's grandson, Rob Carter, threw out the ceremonial inaugural pitch to Kevin O'Leary, Billings Sports catcher, to conclude the ceremonies and start the new season.
Mrs Pugh-Carter accepted a special "Carter Field" Rededication Award in memory of her late husband, John E. Carter, past League President and volunteer.
Mrs. Carter-Pugh's grandson, Rob Carter, threw out the ceremonial inaugural pitch to Kevin O'Leary
In opening day action, Billings Sports defeated Malerba Silver City Tire, 8-3. For Billings Kevin
O'Leary and Brian Ritchie combined for 16 stikeouts and Christian Rivera went
2-3 with two RBI's. For Malerba's Scott Harkness had three hits and
Steve Sgambati and Kevin Zimmer played well.
Rain shortened the schedule as only one game was completed.
Jack Barry 13~14 year old Junior League began their second season on April 15,2002. The Barry Juniors have joined the Wallingford-Yalesville & Ed Walsh Junior League program for the 2002 season and will play an 22-game schedule within a fifteen team division. Jack Barry Juniors fielded three teams, Classic Building Contractors, Milner's Cafe and Barry's Package Store.
In opening day action, Classic Building Contractors lost their opener 5-3 to Malerba City Tire, Monday April 15th in the opening game for Jack Barry Junior League. William Stewart collected two hits, and Steve Bucchieri and Kyle Skitromo hit doubles. Chris Cruze-Cordero and Mason Ortero had one hit each. Paul Radzunas pitched 3 innings allowing 3 runs, 3 hits, and striking out 5 batters.
Little League umpire Fred Bucchieri, Jr. scoops up some of the rain from a
large puddle in the infield of the Jack Barry Little League field Tuesday (May 14,2002) afternoon before the start of a game between Aresco's and Guida's.
(Record-Journal photo by Chris French).
REGS
Jack Barry Playoff Champion, Regs Level: Billing Sports
Managers & Coach: Bob Baillargeon, Dan Baillargeon and Dave Ritchie
Ed Walsh Playoff Champion, Regs Level: Fiderio and Sons
Managers & Coaches: John Sokolis
Jack Barry Season Champion, Regs Level: Guida's Dairy
Managers & Coaches : Joe D'Amato and Alan Oeschger.
Ed Walsh Season Champion, Regs Level: Fiderio and Sons (20-0)
Managers & Coaches : John Sokolis
FARM A
Jack Barry Playoff Champion Farm A: Firefighters Local 1184
Managers & Coaches: Efrain Valentin and Don Malelo Sr. and Don Jr.
Jack Barry Season Champions Farm A: Firefighters Local 1148
Managers & Coaches: Efrain Valentin and Don Malelo Sr. and Don Jr.
CITY SERIES
None
District 5 Tournament Play (11-12 Year Olds)
Meriden Little League sends two All-Star teams to the District 5 Double-Elimination Tournament.
On June 29th the Jack Barry All-Stars lost to Edgewood 10-1 in a game played at the Jack Barry Little League Complex. Nick D'Amato pitched for the locals.
On Monday July 1st the Jack Barry All-Stars were defeated by the Forestville All-Stars 11-6, eliminating the locals from tournament play with a 0-2 record.
The Ed Walsh 12 year old All-Stars lost to the Berlin All-Stars 4-2 in a game played on July 1st in Berlin.
The Ed Walsh All-Stars edged Farmington 6-5 on July 3rd, in a game played at the Ed Walsh Field. The win evened the locals tournament record at 1-1.
The McCabe-Waters All-Stars eliminated the Ed Walsh All-Stars 10-2 on July 8th in a game played in Meriden. The locals finished this years tournament with a 1-2 record.
District 5 Tournament Play (13-14 Year Olds)
Meriden Junior League sends two All-Star teams to the District 5 Double-Elimination Tournament.
The Ed Walsh Junior League All-Stars defeated the Jack Barry All-Stars 8-2 on Wednesday July 10th, in a game played at Platt Field. Marty Gaffey went the distance for Ed Walsh allowing 5 hits while striking out 7 and allowed 3 walks. Matt Corsetti and Justin Porier had three hits each for the Walsh stars. Paul Radzunas had two hits, Paul Virgulto one hit, and Bob Jenkins drove in the 2 Barry runs with a single. Jordan Jarvis allowed 8 hits, 3 earned runs, struck out 5, and allowed 3 walks for Jack Barry.
Jack Barry Junior All-Stars lost to Yalesville on Saturday July 13th, 5-3 in a game played at the Yalesville Parker Farms Field. Paul Radzunas pitched 7 innings allowing no earned runs, 5 hits, striking out 4, and walking 3. Jordan Jarvis, Bob Jenkins, Paul Radzunas, Cody Watson, Paul Virgulto, and Rene Neives had hits for the locals. Jack Barry finished tournament play at 0-2.
District 5 Little League All-Star Team
2002 Jack Barry Little League 11-12 Year Old All-Stars
Kevin Zimmer, Scott Harkness, Josh Virgulto, Brian Ritchie, Nick D'Amato, Arron Ganus, Nelson Torres, Kevin O'Leary, Rashamell Vereen, Brandon Gearing, Eric Murdy, and Tom Girouard. They were coached by Joe D'Amato.
District 5 Junior League All-Star Team
2002 Jack Barry Junior League 13-14 Year Old All-Stars
Fist row L. to R.: Gianni Bucchieri, William Stewart, Steven Bucchieri, Cody Watson, Paul Virgulto, and Jordan Jarvis. Back row: Coach Fred Bucchieri, Coach Rob Cichon, Bob Jenkins, Paul Radzunas, Erik Shortell, Rene Nieves, Josh Cichon and Coach Bill Radzunas. Missing from photo, Charlie Johnson and Kyle Skitromo.
2002 Ed Walsh Little League 11-12 Year Old All-Stars
The were coached by
Aaron Alvey homered and set three pitching records as Louisville, Ky., beat Sendai Japan, 1-0 August 25,2002 to win the Little League World Series. With one out in the top of the first, Alvery sent the first pitch he saw 250 feet to center field to put Louisville in front. He then struck out 11 on his way to setting World Series records for strikeouts (44), consecutive no-hit innings (13), and scoreless innings (21). Louisville is the first US team to win the title since Tom's River, N.J., beat Kashima, Japan, 12-9 in 1998.
Avery struck out Yoshinori Satoh in the second inning to break the 31-year old record for strikeouts. Mu-Hsu Chin of Tainan City, Taiwan, struck out 36 in two games in 1971, including 22 in nine innings in Tainan City's 12-3 championship victory over Gary, Ind. Alvery also set records with 13 consecutive, no-hit innings - one against Aptos, Calif., one against Clemmons, N.C., nine against Fort Worth, Texas, and the first two against Japan. The previous record was 12, set by Sean Burroughs for Long Beach, Calif.
2003
Meriden Little League opened its 55th season with two leagues, the "Jack Barry" League and the "Ed Walsh" League. Both Jack Barry Little League and Ed Walsh Little League enjoy their 54th year anniversary. South Meriden continues to play in the Cal Ripkin Youth Baseball League. Jack Barry Little League continued its Junior Little League program this year (3rd year) for 13~14 year olds, and began its first Senior League season for 14~16 year olds..
Jack Barry and Ed Walsh entered their fifth season of inter-league play. This year, each team played a one game inter-league schedule at the Major level.
Sponsors
Jack Barry Sponsors, Regs Level, six teams during 2003: Aresco's Superette, Billings Sports Shop, Guida-Seibert Dairy, Elks Club, Masonic Lodge #97, and Malerba City Tire.
Team sponsors for the Ed Walsh League were: Mule Security & Electric Inc., Billings Sports, Davidsons, Kiwanis Club, Fiderio & Sons, and Watsons.
Opening Day 2003
The Jack Barry Little League launched its 54th season on April 19,2003 before 1,000 - players, family members, and fans. Special guest speakers Mayor Mark Benigni, State Representative Buddy Altobello, and State Senator Tom Gaffey provided inspirational speeches to the 385 League players. Lee O'Leary sang the National Anthem,
Ryan McKay said the Little League Pledge, and Pastor Robert Reiners provided the Invocation. Adam Hampp threw out the inaugural first pitch to graduating catcher Ryan McKay. Winners of this year's fund-raiser went to -1st place-Byron Brocar and 2nd place-Kyle McKay, Great Job!.
The highlight of the day was the special ceremony to redicated the Bill Hampp Field, which was originally dedicated to Bill Hampp back in April of 1993. A bronze plaque will be permanently placed next to the field to commemorate the rededication ceremonies.
Over the past few years the Jack Barry Little League Board of Directors have attempted to honor those people who came before us and left us with a good program and facility in place, and have played a major role throughout the history of the League. "Today we continue this tradition as we are honored to be rededicating Hampp Field to Past President Bill Hampp," said League President Dave O'Leary. In attendance was his brother Tom Hampp, his wife Margaret, their son Adam, and their daughter Jennifer, both former players of our League. Also in attendance was Bill's sister Rosemary DeFillipo and her husband Tom. Bill Hampp was President of Jack Barry Little League for 7 years from 1986 until 1992 and was active in the league for over 10 years. Bill was also known for his involvement in Scouting and in helping out the Connie Mack Little League. The Jack Barry Little League is proud to have a field named after Bill Hampp, a man who was dedication both to Jack Barry Little League and the children of Meriden. Also in attendance to honor this rededication were former Jack Barry Board Members and coaches that worked with Bill: Ray La May-Former Vice-President, Jim Anderson-former Board Member, Scott Backus-Past President, Jerry Natlo-Former coach, Fran Marturano-former coach, retiring last year after 20 years, Larry Meyer-former coach, and
former Connie Mack Representative Roy Eleby who is the current District 5 representative for Meriden.
In opening day action at the Regs level, The Malerba Tire Regs defeated the Billing Sports 7-2, Masonic Lodge #97 beat Arescos 13-1 and the Elks Club won over Guidas Dairy 10-4.Guida's
Classic Building Contractors - 2003 Regular Season - Having some fun.
In opening day action at the Farm A level, Classic Building Contractors defeated Firefighters Local 1148 15-1 behind the strong pitching performance of Peter Bergeron with 4 strikeouts in 2 innings and Gianni Bucchieri 8 strikeouts in 3 innings. Brian Morales, Hector Morales, and Angel Rojas provided the offensive punch for the builders.
Other opening day Farm A games: Malerba Tire Farm edged Meriden Manufacturing 6-4, and S.K. Gerber won 12-11 over LaRosa Construction
REGS
Jack Barry Playoff Champion, Regs Level: Masonic Lodge #97
Managers & Coach: Doug Wedge, Brian Gardner, and Rick Rivera
Ed Walsh Playoff Champion, Regs Level: Fiderio and Sons
Managers & Coaches: --------
Jack Barry Season Champion, Regs Level: Masonic Lodge #97
Managers & Coaches : Doug Wedge, Brian Gardner, and Rick Rivera
Majors - 2003 Regular Season & Playoff Champs
Masonic Lodge #97, Managers & Coaches : Doug Wedge, Brian Gardner, and Rick Rivera.
Ed Walsh Season Champion, Regs Level: Fiderio and Sons
Managers & Coaches : --------
FARM A
Jack Barry Playoff Champion Farm A: S. K Gerber, Attorney at Law
Managers & Coaches: Rick Graham, & Albert Plourde
Farm A - 2003 Regular Season & Playoff Champs
S. K. Gerber Attorney at Law, Managers & Coaches : Rick Graham, & Albert Plourde
Jack Barry Season Champions Farm A: S. K Gerber, Attorney at Law
Managers & Coaches: Rick Graham and Rick Rivera
CITY SERIES
None
Fall Baseball 2003 Season
Jack Barry Little League opened its fourth fall baseball season in 2003. This year Jack Barry will field 6 teams, one 8-10 year old team, two 10-11 year old teams, one 12-13 year old Junior Transition team, two 13-14 year old Junior teams.
Sponsors: Ladder 27,Badge 7039, Masonic Lodge, Meriden Police Union, and Biestek Bail Bonds.
Ed Walsh 2003 Fall Baseball Regular Season & Playoff Champs
Ed Walsh undefeated falll champs, Managers & Coaches:
Photo courtsey Ed Walsh Little League
District 5 Tournament Play (11-12 Year Olds)
Meriden Little League sends two All-Star teams to the District 5 Double-Elimination Tournament.
The Ed Walsh All-Star Team defeated Southington South 2-1 in the opening round of Little League District 5 play, Friday June 27,2003. Joey Pettite pitched the complete for Ed Walsh striking out 12 Batters. Scotty( Scooter )Rowe played a huge part in the victory catching the complete game in the exhausting heat. The locals were led offensively by Austin Page who blasted a two run homer early in the game.
On Friday, June 27,2003, the Jack Barry 11-12 year old District 5 All-Stars dropped an opening game heartbreaker against, eventual District 5 Champion Wallingford, 1 - 0. The Jack Barry nine squandered a 10 strikeout, 3 hit pitching performance by Spencer Wedge. Kevin Torres, Noel Rivera, and Bobby Sorenson paced the Jack Barry offense, each getting base knocks.
Ed Walsh lost in All-Star action on Monday, June 30,2003, 9-0 to McCabe Waters of Bristol, falling to 1-1 in the double elimination tournament
On Wednesday July 2,2003, still reeling from the opening game loss, Jack Barry was eliminated from District 5 All-Star play by the Ed Walsh All-Stars 10 - 0. Adam Foxx took the mound loss for Jack Barry. Miguel Serrano, Bobby Sorenson, and Luis Serrano paced the offense for Jack Barry. The locals finished District 5 Tournament play with a 0-2 record.
The Ed Walsh LL All-Stars lost to Farmington 1-0 on Saturday July 5,2003 at the Ed Walsh Field. The lose eliminated the Walsh Stars from District 5 Tournament play with a 2-2 record.
District 5 Tournament Play (13-14 Year Olds)
Meriden Junior League sends two All-Star teams to the District 5 Double-Elimination Tournament.
Jack Barry Jr League All-Stars lost 11-1 to the Yalesville Jr. League All-Stars.
Jack Barry Jr League All Stars lost 6-1 the Ed Walsh Jr. All-Stars to finish District 5 Tournament play at 0-2.
2003 Jack Barry Little League 11-12 Year Old All-Stars
Spencer Wedge, Kevin Gardner, Noel Rivera, Chris Russell, Bob Sorenson, Kevin Torres, Andrew Oeschger, Daniel Kokoszka, Luis Serrano, Ryan McKay, Miguel Serrano, and Adam Foxx. Manger: Doug Wedge, Coaches: Scott McKay, Kevin Dosilva, and Al Oeschger.
2003 Jack Barry Junior League 13-14 Year Old All-Stars
Brandon Gearing, Thomas Girouard, Kevin O'Leary, Brian Ritchie, Josh Virgulto, Matt Bergeron, Jason Giacco, Blake Howard, Andrew Vasquez, Paul Virgulto, and Cody Watson. Coaches Dick Luce and Peter Bergeron.
2003 Ed Walsh Little League 11-12 Year Old All-Stars
The were coached by
A Japanese team won the Little League World Series for the third time in five years, with Yuutaro Tanake striking out 14 and Hokuto Nakahara hitting a grand slam in a 10-1 win Sunday night, August 24,2003, over Boynton Beach Fla.
Tokyo's players raced into center field after the game, bowing to the bust of stadium namesake Howard J. Lamade, a tradition that began with Tokyo Kitasuna in 2001.
This time, Boynton Beach's players, rather than hanging their heads, ran out to join them. The victory lap which both teams ran together, turned into a footrace.
Another Tokyo team beat Apopka, Fla. 2-1 in the 2001 championship game. Osaka defeated Phenix City, Ala., 5-0 in 1999.
Florida has put eight teams into Little League World Series title games, but never won a championship.
2004
Meriden Little League opened its 56th season with two leagues, the "Jack Barry" League and the "Ed Walsh" League. Both Jack Barry Little League and Ed Walsh Little League enjoy their 55th year anniversary. South Meriden continues to play in the Cal Ripkin Youth Baseball League. Jack Barry Little League continued its Junior Little League program this year (4th year) for 13~14 year olds, and began its 2nd Senior League season for 14~16 year olds.
Sponsors
Jack Barry Sponsors, Regs Level six teams for 2004: Aresco's Superette, Billings Sports Shop, Guida-Seibert Dairy, Elks Club, Masonic Lodge #97, and Malerba City Tire.
Team sponsors for the Ed Walsh League were: Mule Security & Electric Inc., Billings Sports, Davidsons, Kiwanis Club, Fiderio & Sons, and Watsons.
Opening Day 2004
The Jack Barry Little League opened its 55th season on April 17,2004 before 1,000 players, family members, and fans. Special guest speakers Mayor Mark Benigni, State Representative Buddy Altobello, State Senator Tom Gaffey, and City Councilman Matt Dominello provided inspirational speeches to the 320 fully uniformed League players. Lee O'Leary sang the National Anthem, Adam O'Leary said the Little League Pledge, and Dave O'Leary acted as master of ceremonies. Special Jack Barry "Green Jacket Awards" went to former coach Bob Baillargeron (15 years as team manager) and Dave O'Leary for his 15 years as a league volunteer of which the last 4 were served as League President. City Councilman Matt Dominello threw out the inaugural first pitch to graduating catcher Adam O'Leary. Winners of this year's fund-raiser went to -1st place-Brittany Brocar and 2nd place-Kyle McKay, Great job!.
The highlight of the day was the new 8' x 8' start-of-the-art digital scoreboard that was installed in right field and powered up just moments before the beginning of the opening day ceremonies. Showing their appreciation, the crowd cheered loudly as the 20" digital display numbers lit up and put closure to a project that was slowed by bad weather and delays. Special thanks to LaRosa Construction and Nation Sign for their volunteer efforts installing the scoreboard.
Majors Division - Little League
In Opening Day action, Billings Sports defeated Malerba Silver City Tire 6-4. Adam O'Leary (1-0) went the distance for Billings, striking out 13 batters and walking 2. Chris Price went 3-3 with two hits and a double and also scored 3 runs. Nick Kirychuk and Austin Erickson sparked the defense. Brian Mischke pitched well for Malerba, striking out 13 and Zachary Pelletier had 3 hits.
Guida's Dairy edged the Elks Club 7-5. For the Elks, Gemel McLeod went 3-4 and Ryan Maloney was 2-2 with a double and two RBI's and Matt Rego scored a run for the Elks. Kevin Torres pitched 6-quality inning.
Also on opening day, the Masonic Center Lodge defeated Aresco's Superette 10 - 1.
Michael Barillaro and Luke Soltesz combined for 16 strikeouts on the hill with Barillaro earning the victory. Cory Gardner, Michael Barillaro, and Ray Rivera paced the offense.
REGS
Jack Barry Playoff Champion, Regs Level: Masonic Lodge #97
Managers & Coaches : Doug Wedge, Brian Gardner, and Rick Rivera.
Ed Walsh Playoff Champion, Regs Level: Fiderio & Sons
Managers & Coaches:
Jack Barry Season Champion, Regs Level: Masonic Lodge #97
Managers & Coach: Masonic Lodge #97, Doug Wedge, Brian Gardner, and Rick Rivera.
Ed Walsh Season Champion, Regs Level: Fiderio & Sons
Managers & Coaches :
FARM A
Jack Barry Playoff Champion Farm A: Record Journal
Managers & Coaches: Joe Larson, James Farquharson, and Francisco Garcia.
Jack Barry Season Champions Farm A: S. K Gerber, Attorney at Law
Managers & Coaches: Mike Frey, Avery Askew, and James Rivera.
CITY SERIES
None
Fall Baseball 2004 Season
Jack Barry Little League opened its fifth fall baseball season in 2004. This year Jack Barry will field 6 teams, one 8-10 year old team, two 10-11 year old team, one 12-13 year old Junior Transition team, one 13-14 year old Junior team and one 15-16 year old Senior League.
Sponsors: Ladder 27,Badge 7039, Masonic Lodge, Meriden Police Union, and Biestek Bail Bonds.
Fall Baseball 2004 Junior Champs
Foreground - Chris Bruenn (Batboy), Kneeling - Aaron Ganus
1st Row (standing) - Noel Rivera (#20), Patrick Bruenn (#8), Sean Curry (#11), Jose Serrano (#23), Trevor Rivera (#6), Luis Serrano (#5).
2nd row (standing) - Alan Oeschger (Mgr.), D.J. Kokoszka, Miguel Serrano, Alex Castillo, Tom Girouard, Kevin Adorno, Andrew Oeschger, Bill Kokoszka (coach), Tom Girouard (coach)
Fall Baseball Results - JBLL Juniors (13-14 year olds) Win Championship
The Jack Barry Juniors capped off a great Fall Baseball season by capturing the District 5 championship, defeating Farmington #1, 13-6 on Sunday, October 31st at Legion Field in Meriden. The boys from Meriden completed the job after posting an 11-4 regular season mark, and then won 4 straight playoff games for the title.
The playoff journey began Sunday the 24th with Jack Barry defeating the McCabe Red Sox 14-1 in 5 innings. Tom Girouard pitched the 5-inning gem, earning the win. He backed his pitching effort with 3 RBI's. Aaron Ganus, Andrew Oeschger and Miguel Serrano each had 2 hits and Trevor Rivera a single, sac. fly and 2 RBI's.
The following Saturday, Jack Barry won 2 games under miserable conditions. In the morning, the team entertained the Forestville Red Sox at Platt H.S. and won a thriller 5-4. D.J. Kokoszka started on the mound and pitched well. Tom Girouard finished and earned the win in relief, leaving the tying run on 3rd base in the 7th. Kevin Adorno and Luis Serrano led the offense. Aaron Ganus and Trevor Rivera turned in defensive gems.
After winning the morning game the team traveled to Berlin to play Durham #2 at Percival field. Jack Barry jumped out early and won going away 7-3. Miguel Serrano pitched all 7 innings, striking out 9. He was helped by solid defense led by Pat Bruenn, Sean Curry and Noel Rivera. Tom Girouard and Aaron Ganus had key hits in the victory.
The following day Jack Barry earned the championship under beautiful, sunny skies. The Meriden team scored 8 runs in the 7th inning to seal the victory. D.J. Kokoszka started and pitched well, with Aaron Ganus pitching 2 scoreless innings to capture the title. Andrew Oeschger had 4 hits, Kokoszka 3, and Ganus and Miguel Serrano 2 each. Tom Girouard had a key single in the 7th driving in 2 runs. Jose Serrano, Luis Serrano, Alex Castillo and Pat Bruenn played key roles as well.
Spring District 5 Tournament Play (11-12 Year Olds)
Meriden Little League sends two All-Star teams to the District 5 Double-Elimination Tournament. Jack Barry Little League sends two umpires to the 12 year old District 5 Tournament. Fred Bucchieri (5th) and Bill Radzunas (1st) make the trip.
On Monday, June 28,2004, the Jack Barry 12 Year Old District 5 All Stars won its first District 5 game in 3 years with a 5-2 victor over Plainville. Spencer Wedge hurled a 3 hitter in the first round game, striking out 12 and walking only one. Luke Soltesz had a three run home-run, Adam O'Leary had 3 hits and Wedge and Mark Virgulto had 2 hits each to pace the offense. The win also broke a 5 game District 5 All Star losing streak for the locals.
The Ed Walsh Little League All Stars won there opening game on Monday, June 28, 2004, by defeating Southington West 10-0.
The Jack Barry All-Stars lost a heartbreaker to Edgewood of Bristol, 6-4, on Wednesday, June 30th. Kevin Torres went the distance on the mound striking out 12 batters and walking 3. Adam O'Leary had 3 hits, Luke Soltesz, Mark Virgulto and Spencer Wedge had 2 hits each to lead the offense.
The Ed Walsh All-Stars defeated Farmington 5-2, on Wednesday June 30,2004.
Spencer Wedge struck out 10 and walked 1 as the Jack Barry All Stars won their second All Star game with a 6-4 win over Southington South, Friday July 2,2004, at the Jack Barry LL Complex. Ryan Laude hit a 3 run home run, Adam O'Leary had 2 hits, and Mark Virgulto 3 hits to lead the offense. Cory Gardner and Salah Elkoun sparked the defense. Now 2-1, and their first 2 win tournament since 1997, the locals will travel to McCabe-Waters of Bristol on Tuesday July 6,2004.
On Tuesday July 6th, the Ed Walsh All Stars defeated Edgewood of Bristol, in Bristol, by a score of 9-0. The win moved the Ed Walsh Stars (3-0 in District 5 play) to the semi-finals of the winners bracket against Berlin.
The Jack Barry Little League All Stars were edged by McCabe-Waters of Bristol 9-8 on Tuesday July 6,2004, in Bristol. The locals could not hold a 8-5 lead going into the bottom of the 6th. Kevin Torres pitched well for Jack Barry. The lose eliminated the locals from District 5 play and ended a successful tournament at 2-2, their first 2 win post-season since 1997.
The Berlin 12 year old All Stars defeated the Ed Walsh All Stars 5-1 on Thursday July 8,2004. The lose dropped the locals to 3-1 in district play and into the losers bracket. They will need to win the next 3 games to become the District 5 Champs. Berlin moved to the championship finals as the only unbeaten team, (4-0) and only needs one win to become the District 5 Champs for 2004, and claim their 7th overall District 5 title and first since 1992.
Jason Phillip pitched a no-hitter and Ryan Rainville hit a game winning two run homer to give the Ed Walsh All Stars a 3-2 victory over Yalesville in District 5 Tournament play, Monday July 12,2004, in Meriden. Phillip struck out 10 batters and got defensive help from shortstop Chris Dowd. Rainville's home run in the top of the sixth inning brought Ed Walsh back from a 2-1 deficit. The win advanced the locals to the championship finals against Berlin on Wednesday July 14th. They must win Wednesday and Saturday (over Berlin) to claim the District 5 championship.
The Ed Walsh Little League All Stars lost 5-0 to Berlin on Wednesday July 14,2004 . The lose eliminated the locals from tournament play and ended their record at 4-2.
District 5 Tournament Play (13-14 Year Olds)
Meriden Junior League sends two All-Star teams to the District 5 Double-Elimination Tournament.
The Jack Barry Juinor League All-Stars lost 12-2 to Yalesville, on Saturday July 10,2004, in a game played at Ceppa Field.
The Ed Walsh Junior League All Stars Lost 10-0 to Plainville on Saturday July 10,2004.
The Jack Barry Juinor League All-Stars lost its second game, on Monday July 12,2004, ending tournament play at 0-2.
2004 Jack Barry Little League 11-12 Year Old All-Stars
Michael Barillaro, Salah Elkoun, Cory Gardner, Andrew Gonce, Ryan Laude, Adam O'Leary, Tiernan Shea, Luke Soltesz, Kevin Torres, Juan Velazquez, Mark Virgulto Spencer Wedge. They were coached by Doug Wedge and Brian Gardner.
2004 Jack Barry Junior League 13-14 Year Old All-Stars
Kevin Adorno, Eduardo Baez, Aaron Ganus, Thomas Girouard, Gerald Figueroa, Isaac Hendrickson, Jacob Hendrickson, Daniel Kokoszka, Andrew Oeschger, Noel Rivera, Luis Serrano, Miguel Serrano, and Robert Sorensen.
The were coached by Al Oeschger
2004 Ed Walsh Little League 11-12 Year Old All-Stars. District 5 runner-up
2005
Meriden Little League opened its 57th season with two leagues, the "Jack Barry" League and the "Ed Walsh" League. Both Jack Barry Little League and Ed Walsh Little League enjoy their 56th year anniversary. South Meriden continues to play in the Cal Ripkin Youth Baseball League. Jack Barry Little League continued its Junior Little League program this year (5th year) for 13~14 year olds, and began its 3rd Senior League season for 14~16 year olds.
Sponsors
Jack Barry Sponsors, Regs Level six teams: Aresco's Superette, Billings Sports Shop, Guida-Seibert Dairy, Elks Club, Masonic Lodge #97, and Berlin Bandag (changed from Malerba City Tire).
Team sponsors for the Ed Walsh League were (six teams): Mule Security & Electric Inc., Billings Sports, Davidsons, Kiwanis Club, Fiderio & Sons, and Watsons.
Opening Day 2005
The Jack Barry Little League, located at 210 Britannia Street, opened its 56th consecutive season on April 16,2005 before 1,000 players, family members, and fans. Special guest speakers Mayor Mark Benigni, State Representative Buddy Altobello, State Representative Chris Donovan, and City Councilman Matt Dominello provided inspirational speeches to the 335 uniformed League players. Lee O'Leary sang the National Anthem, Chris Price said the Little League Pledge, Peter and PJ Bergeron said the Parent/Player Pledge, and Nial Wagner acted as master of ceremonies. Special recognition went to former League President Dave O'Leary for his 16 years as a league volunteer of which the last 4 (2001~2004) were served as League President, and also Lee O'Leary for her many years as a volunteer and league board member. Dave O'Leary threw out the inaugural first pitch to catcher Byron Brocar. Winners of this year's fund-raiser went to Byron Brocar, Eric Toogood, Jesus Carrero, and William Graham Jr., Great job!
Majors Division
Little League Action In Opening Day action at Carter Field, Billings Sports defeated Berlin Bandag 8-0. Pitchers Anthony Rodriguez and Austin Erickson combined on a no-hitter for Billings. Anthony went 4 innings striking out 11 batters and Austin went 2 innings striking out 5. Chris Price went 2-3, Austin 3-3, and Devon Harold hit a towering 3 run home-run that cleared the 35 foot net in left field to spark the offense. Luis Rios, Zachary Pelletier, and Brian Mischke played well for Berlin Bandag.
Also on opening day action at Carter Field, Guida's Dairy blanked the Elks Club 8-0. For Guida's, pitcher Dave Baigert went the distance striking out 9 batters to earn the win and Byron Brocar went 2-3 at the plate. For the Elks Jonathan Annelli and Colby Milliken played well.
Also in opening day action at Hampp Field, the Masonic Center Lodge #97 defeated Aresco's Superette 14-3. Pitcher Ray Rivera earned the win for Masonic going the full 6 innings. Ivan Lukic and Michael Barillaro paced the offense with 2 hits each. Aresco's were led by Albert Rios, Chris Bruenn, and Tim Krupski.
REGS
Jack Barry Playoff Champion, Regs Level: Masonic Lodge #97
Managers & Coaches: Dave Barillaro
Ed Walsh Playoff Champion, Regs Level: Fiderio & Sons
Managers & Coaches:
Jack Barry Season Champion, Regs Level: Masonic Lodge #97
Managers & Coach: Dave Barillaro
Ed Walsh Season Champion, Regs Level: Fiderio & Sons
Managers & Coaches:
FARM A
Jack Barry Playoff Champion Farm A: Record-Journal
Managers & Coaches: Joe Larson
Jack Barry Season Champions Farm A: Ray & Tony's Team
Managers & Coaches: Edwin Rivera
CITY SERIES
None
Fall Baseball 2005 Season
Jack Barry Little League opened its sixth fall baseball season in 2005. This year Jack Barry will field 4 teams, one 8-10 year old team, one 10-11 year old team, one 12-13 year old Junior Transition team, and one 13-14 year old Junior team.
Sponsors: Ladder 27 & Badge 7039, Masonic Lodge, Meriden Police Union, and Biestek Bail Bonds.
District 5 Tournament Play (14-16 Year Olds)
Meriden Senior League sends two All-Star teams to the District 5 Double-Elimination Tournament. This is the first year Jack Barry sends a team to the SR. Tournament.
The Jack Barry Senior team lost to Yalesville on July 9th, 6-4.
The Jack Barry Senior team lost to the Ed Walsh Senior team on July 13th, 7-5 ending District 5 Tournament play at 0-2.
District 5 Tournament Play (13-14 Year Olds)
Meriden Junior League sends two All-Star teams to the District 5 Double-Elimination Tournament.
Wallingford Junior All-Stars blanked Jack Barry 14-0, on Sunday June 26th, at a game played at Wilcox Tech Meriden.
The Jack Barry Junior All-Stars lost a close on, 5-4 to the Yalesville Junior All-Stars in a game polayed at Parker Farms in Yalesville, on June 28,2005. The lose eliminated the locals from District 5 Tournament play, with a record of 0-2.
Spring District 5 Tournament Play (11-12 Year Olds)
Meriden Little League sends two All-Star teams to the District 5 Double-Elimination Tournament. Jack Barry Little League sends two umpires to the 12 year old District 5 Tournament. Fred Bucchieri (6th) and Bill Radzunas (2nd) make the trip.
The Jack Barry Little League All-Stars participated in a 4 game round robin format (new for 2005) and ended tournament play with a 0-4 record.
June 25,2005: Yalesville 4, Jack Barry 3
June 27,2005: Farmington 15, Jack Barry 0
June 29,2005: Forestville 1, Jack Barry 0
July 1,2005: New Britain 2, Jack Barry 0
2005 Jack Barry Little League 11-12 Year Old All-Stars
2005 Jack Barry Junior League 13-14 Year Old All-Stars
2005 Ed Walsh Little League 11-12 Year Old All-Stars.
SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. Michael Memea (mah-MAY'-uh) hit a home run in the bottom of the seventh to give West Oahu of Ewa Beach, Hawaii, the Little League World Series title with a 7-to-6 come-from-behind victory over Curacao (koor-uh-SOW'). Memea's homer completed the rally from a three-run deficit against the defending Little League World Series champions. Atlanta Braves slugger Andruw Jones was hooked to the game on television in Milwaukee after hitting his major league-leading 41st and 42nd home runs during Atlanta's 5-to-2 win over the Brewers. Jones is from Willemstad, Curacao, and most of Curacao's players at the Little League World Series call him their favorite player.
2006
Meriden Little League opened its 58th season with two leagues, the "Jack Barry" League and the "Ed Walsh" League. Both Jack Barry Little League and Ed Walsh Little League enjoy their 57th year anniversary. South Meriden continues to play in the Cal Ripkin Youth Baseball League. Jack Barry Little League continued its Junior Little League program this year (6th year) for 13~14 year olds, and its 4th Senior League season for 14~16 year olds.
Sponsors
Jack Barry Sponsors, Regs Level six teams: Aresco's Superette, Billings Sports Shop, Guida-Seibert Dairy, Elks Club, Masonic Lodge #97, and Berlin Bandag (changed from Malerba City Tire).
Team sponsors for the Ed Walsh League were (six teams): Mule Security & Electric Inc., Billings Sports, Davidsons, Kiwanis Club, Fiderio & Sons, and Watsons.
Opening Day 2006
Little League Opens 57th Spring Baseball Season
The Jack Barry Little League, located at 210 Britannia Street, will open its 57th consecutive season on Saturday, April 15, 2006. Players are required to be at the field by 9:30 AM with Opening Day Ceremonies scheduled to kick off at 10 AM sharp. All players will have their team photos taken after the ceremonies, followed by opening day Little League games at 1 PM, 3PM, and 5 PM. Junior League games will start at 3 PM and 5 PM. Special guest will be Meriden Mayor Mark Benigni, State Representative Buddy Altobello, and State Representative Chris Donovan.
Majors Division
REGS
Jack Barry Playoff Champion, Regs Level: Billings Sports
Managers & Coaches: Fred Bucchieri, Coaches Greg Gallucci & Mark Federio
Ed Walsh Playoff Champion, Regs Level:
Managers & Coaches:
Jack Barry Season Champion, Regs Level:Billings Sports
Managers & Coach:Manager Fred Bucchieri, Coaches Greg Gallucci & Mark Federio
Ed Walsh Season Champion, Regs Level:
Managers & Coaches:
FARM A
Jack Barry Playoff Champion Farm A: Joyce Van Lines
Managers & Coaches: Manager Jens Kiss and Coach Phil L'Heureux
Jack Barry Season Champions Farm A: Joyce Van Lines
Managers & Coaches: Manager Jens Kiss and Coach Phil L'Heureux
CITY SERIES
None none
Fall Baseball 2006 Season
District 5 Tournament Play (14-16 Year Olds)
Meriden Senior League sends two All-Star teams to the District 5 Double-Elimination Tournament. This is the second year Jack Barry sends a team to the SR. Tournament.
Game 1, Jack Barry 3, Yalesville 2 (10 innings)
Jack Barry 2, McCabe-Waters 1
Jack Barry 13, Wallingford 3
Jack Barry 12, Forestville 1
Jack Barry 11 Southington Southern 0
Jack Barry 9, Ed Walsh 1
Pool 'B' Standings------W----L
Jack Barry--------------6 - 0
Yalesville--------------3 - 2
McCabe-Waters-----------2 - 2
Ed Walsh----------------2 - 3
Wallingford-------------2 - 3
Forestville-------------1 - 3
Southington Southern----1 - 4
District 5 Finals
Semifinal Round (Tuesday, July 11):
Yalesville 1, Edgewood 0
Berlin 8, Jack Barry 2
Best 2-of-3 Championship Series:
Berlin 8, Yalesville 0
Berlin 4, Yalesville 1 (TITLE)
District 5 Tournament Play (13-14 Year Olds)
Meriden Junior League sends two All-Star teams to the District 5 Double-Elimination Tournament.
Spring District 5 Tournament Play (11-12 Year Olds)
Meriden Little League sends two All-Star teams to the District 5 Double-Elimination Tournament.
2006 Jack Barry Little League 11-12 Year Old All-Stars
Team Manager Fred Bucchieri, Coach Greg Gallucci and Coach Mark Brocar
Chris Bruenn, Dave Baigert, Devon Harrold, Byron Brocar, Gianni Bucchieri, Ryan Maloney, Anthony Pelicano, Anthony Rodriguez, Tim Krupski, Colby Milliken, Trevon Freeman, Steve Gallucci, and Ed Medina.
2006 Jack Barry Junior League 13-14 Year Old All-Stars
Noel Rivera, Trevor Rivera, Juan Velazquez, Jonathan Annelli, Gemel McLeod, Luis Rios Diaz, Austin Erickson, Adam O’Leary, Carlos Serrano, Tiernan Shea, Jose Serrano, Alexis Adorno, Chris Price, Cory Gardner. Manager Brian Gardner, Steve Annelli, and Bob Souza
2006 Ed Walsh Little League 11-12 Year Old All-Stars.
SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa.
2007
Meriden Little League opened its 58th season with two leagues, the "Jack Barry" League and the "Ed Walsh" League. Both Jack Barry Little League and Ed Walsh Little League enjoy their 58th year anniversary. South Meriden continues to play in the Cal Ripkin Youth Baseball League. Jack Barry Little League continued its Junior Little League program this year (7th year) for 13~14 year olds, and its 5th Senior League season for 14~16 year olds.
Sponsors
Jack Barry Sponsors, Regs Level six teams: Aresco's Superette, Billings Sports Shop, Guida-Seibert Dairy, Elks Club, Masonic Lodge #97, and Berlin Bandag (changed from Malerba City Tire).
Team sponsors for the Ed Walsh League were (six teams): Mule Security & Electric Inc., Billings Sports, Davidsons, Kiwanis Club, Fiderio & Sons, and Watsons.
Opening Day 2007
JACK BARRY OPENS 58th SPRING 2007 BASEBALL SEASON
The Jack Barry Little League opened its 58th season on April 14,2007 before 1,000 players, family members, and fans. Distinguished guest speakers Mayor Mark Benigni, State Representative Buddy Altobello, State Senator Tom Gaffey, State Representative Chris Donovan, City Councilman Matt Dominello, and Jack Barry League President Nial Wagner provided inspirational speeches to the 320 fully uniformed League players. Color guard provide by Nathan Hale Cub Scouts Pack 4, Jim Frey announced the Little League Pledge, and League VP Jens Kiss acted as master of ceremonies. Mayor Mark Benigni and Ray LaMay’s son threw out the inaugural first pitch.
Also attending the opening day ceremonies were special guests Mrs. Raymond LaMay and her family. Ray, who passed away earlier this year, was a long time volunteer (15 years) with the Jack Barry Little League and during that time served as League President, team manager, and board member.
Special thanks to LaRosa Construction, Suzio Concrete Company, and Nation Sign for their spring volunteer efforts. LaRosa Construction for donating labor/vehicles to remove the old dugout floors on Carter Field, Suzio Concrete Company for donating the new concrete, and National Sign for donating signs for the complex.
Majors Division
REGS
Jack Barry Playoff Champion, Regs Level: Guidas Dairy
Managers & Coaches: Avery Askew, Scott Ferreira, & Mike Coookson
Ed Walsh Playoff Champion, Regs Level: Arescos Superette
Managers & Coaches:
Jack Barry Season Champion, Regs Level: Guidas Dairy
Managers & Coach: Avery Askew, Scott Ferreira, & Mike Coookson
Ed Walsh Season Champion, Regs Level:
Managers & Coaches:
FARM A
Jack Barry Playoff Champion Farm A: GT Tire
Managers & Coaches: Mike Wrobel, Robert Boehler, & Tom Higgins
Jack Barry Season Champions Farm A: GT Tire
Managers & Coaches: Mike Wrobel, Robert Boehler, & Tom Higgins
CITY SERIES
None
Fall Baseball 2007 Season
District 5 Tournament Play (14-16 Year Olds)
Meriden Senior League sends two All-Star teams to the District 5 Double-Elimination Tournament. This is the second year Jack Barry sends a team to the SR. Tournament.
District 5 Tournament Play (13-14 Year Olds)
Meriden Junior League sends two All-Star teams to the District 5 Double-Elimination Tournament.
Spring District 5 Tournament Play (11-12 Year Olds)
Meriden Little League sends two All-Star teams to the District 5 Double-Elimination Tournament.
2007 Jack Barry Little League 11-12 Year Old All-Stars
2007 Jack Barry Junior League 13-14 Year Old All-Stars
Top (L-R): Coach Mark Brocar, Gianni Bucchieri, Devon Harrell, Byron Brocar, Lorenzo Llanos, Albert Rios, Anthony Pellicano, Coach Fred Bucchieri. First row (L-R): Anthony Rodriguez, Tony Rosado, Eddie Medina, Chris Bruenn, and Trevon Freeman. Missing from photo Will Souza and Jon Davenport.
2007 Ed Walsh Little League 11-12 Year Old All-Stars.
SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa.
Meriden Little League, City Championships 1949-2005
Big Ed Walsh Little League: 18
Connie Mack Little League: 12
Art Hills Little League, South Meriden: 6
South Meriden Youth League: 5
Jack Barry Little League: 4
City Championships 1949~2000
1949....The Moose Club..............Meriden LL
1950....The Moose Club............Ed Walsh LL
1951....Pembek Oil..................Jack Barry LL
1952....Pembek Oil..................Jack Barry LL
1953....The Moose Club............Ed Walsh LL
1954....No City Series
1955....Gilmartin Rams.......Connie Mack LL
1956....C.I.O............................Jack Barry LL
1957....The Moose Club............Ed Walsh LL
1958....Eagles Club...................Ed Walsh LL
1959....Meriden Roofing......Connie Mack LL
1960....Pembek Oil...................Jack Barry LL
1961....Kiwanis Club.................Ed Walsh LL
1962....Wonder Bread................Ed Walsh LL
1963....Meriden Roofing......Connie Mack LL
1964....Hamrah Rug Co........Connie Mack LL
1965....Biestek Insurance...........Ed Walsh LL
1966....Home Meat Center....Connie Mack LL
1967....Hancock Pharmacy.........Ed Walsh LL
1968....Hancock Pharmacy.........Ed Walsh LL
1969....Somers Club......................Art Hills LL
1970....Hancock Pharmacy.........Ed Walsh LL
1971....Meriden Roofing.......Connie Mack LL
1972....Hancock Pharmacy.........Ed Walsh LL
1973....Hancock Pharmacy.........Ed Walsh LL
1974....S. Meriden Volunteer Fire..Art Hills LL
1975....Meriden Roofing.......Connie Mack LL
1976....Silver City Manufacturing..Art Hills LL
1977....Dairy Queen................Connie Mack LL
1978....Hancock Pharmacy.........Ed Walsh LL
1979....Silver City Manufacturing..Art Hills LL
1980....Silver City Manufacturing..Art Hills LL
1981....S. Meriden Volunteer Fire..Art Hills LL
1982....Norrie & Hurst...............Ed Walsh LL
1983....Roman Oil...................Connie Mack LL
1984....L & M Garage.............Connie Mack LL
1985....L & M Garage.............Connie Mack LL
1986....Gradwell Builders....S. Meriden Youth L
1987....S. Meriden Volunteers..S. Meriden Youth L
1988....S. Meriden Volunteers..S. Meriden Youth L
1989....Canberra.......................S. Meriden Youth L
1990.....Fiderio & Sons..............Ed Walsh LL
1991.....Fiderio & Sons..............Ed Walsh LL
1992....New England Enterprises......Ed Walsh LL
1993,
1994.....No City Series
1995.....Fiderio & Sons..............Ed Walsh LL
1996....No City Series
1997....No City Series
1998....No City Series
1999.... S. J. Pappas.........S. Meriden Youth L
2000....No City Series
2001....No City Series
2002....No City Series
2003....No City Series
2004....No City Series
2005....No City Series
2006....No City Series
Meriden Little League District & State Championships 1949-2000
Jack Barry Little League: 2 District- [District 4 (1950), District 5 (1960)]
Big Ed Walsh Little League: 3 District & 1 State - [District 5 (1959), District 5 (1970), District 5 (1997), Connecticut State Champ (1997)]
Connie Mack Little League: 1 District - [District 5 (1962)]
Art Hills Little League: 1 District - [District 5 (1980)]
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