Albie passed away at the age of 90. The 2021 Park League Hall of Fame Banquet will be Friday April 8, 2022 at Moseley's on the Charles. His friends John Harrington and Bill Gutfarb (both Park League HOFers) at the Yawkey Foundation were instrumental in making it happen. Len Johnson passed away at the age of 88. Bob Powers passed away at the age of 70. Casey is a member of New England's Division III Selection and All-Star document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); Your email address will not be published. While there, he set a pass catching record against Mississippi with 9 receptions, that stood for 4 decades until broken by Darren Flutie. Jason Kiley 2015 Dorchesters Charles Curly Peterson and Ed Neal were inducted into the Boston Park Leagues Hall of Fame at the leagues Hall of Fame dinner held last Friday (April 8) at Moseleys on the Charles in Dedham. Chuck Chevalier 1984 1989 Howie Stein* 2000 . Al Bloom*, Gerry Kenneally*, Jerry Leone*, Al Malkasian, Dan Marini, John OShaughnessy*, Dick Paster, Bob Powers* (as player), Dan Williams. [1] Bruins tillhr den exklusiva skaran "Original Six" ("de sex ursprungliga") tillsammans med Chicago Blackhawks, Detroit . I remember Jack Mahoney as a great player. Hall of Fame with 1984 team NE Amateur Athletic Union Hall of Fame 2014 Varsity Baseball Coach-Hingham HS 2012-present Boston Globe Coach of the Year 2013 Hingham Harbormen 2013 Massachusetts State Champs Div. Jim Collyer, BPL Hall of Famer 1983, passed away on October 23, 2018. He Menu Boston Bruins 22-'23 Bruins roster and trade proposals discussions. Dick Tierney 1990 This was such big news, that CBS TV in New York came to cover it. individual records have been broken during his tenure. Harvey Soolmans Obituary from the Boston Globe. Josh also found time to volunteer for Steve Buckleys (Boston Herald Sports writer) annual Old timers Baseball game in Cambridge, a charitable event. The king of summer basketball (3:33) Rucker Park in Harlem is synonymous with playground basketball. John OShaughnessy* 1991 Bob Giusti* 1986 Marty Dobrow | Special to MassLive. Richard Blasser* 1986 Harvey Soolman* 2015 Jerry Leone* 1991 Bill Mahoney 1986 Lefty, as Jack was called, had a big year in 1953 going 10-1. Mike OLeary 2018 Bill McBournie* 1986 He helped found the Triple D's team which joined the Park League in Dick Red Conley* 1996 John Harrington 1997 In high school, Paul was an athletic legend at St. Sebastians School, starring in baseball, football, hockey, & basketball. Joe Flanagan was a World War II veteran serving in both the U.S. Navy and the U.S. Marines. He was a member of the 2001 State Championship Team, and . On Friday, Soolman will be inducted into the Park League Hall of Fame at Lantana's in Randolph. Harris Jameson* 2005 Eddie Miller* 1996 Commissioned by King Ludwig I of Bavaria and designed and built from Kelheim limestone by Leo von Klenze, the Ruhmeshalle - Hall of Fame - is a Doric colonnade with a wide main range and two wings. Ted Lyons* 1986 ECAC Division II-III Tournament appearances. Joe Flanagan, BPL Hall of Famer 1984, passed away on January 13, 2020. In July of 1955, Eddie was stricken with polio. He was one of the mainstays of of a very talented team, many ex-pros, that dominated the league in the 50s, winning 6 titles in 8 years. George Carey*, Joe Driscoll*, Norm Goldstein, Bill Gutfarb, Charlie Hanafin*, Jim Mulry, Pablo Reyes. After playing in Canada for a couple of summers, he joined the Hal Crosby Club over at the Fens in 1952 as they won the league title for their first and only time. Chris Patsos 1997 In the 50s and 60s, he was one of the most sought after pitchers in E. Mass. The following position players are depicted on their Hall of Fame plaques wearing a Red Sox cap insignia. Affectionately known as Mr. Framingham, he loved his community, following local politics, and was proud to help out in anyway he could. Alicat, TP70BruinsCup, 22Brad Park and 1 other person. Paul Earle 2011 Toggle sidebar. Dick Casey* 1982 John was a steady .360 hitter who loved the game. Dan Roberts* 1982 Steve Hueston 2018 Frank originally came from Dorchester, played for Bill Stewart at Boston English High School, worked for Boston Edison for over 30 years, and settled in Sagamore Beach near Buzzards Bay, Cape Cod. 1995 His club made the playoffs each year, and Paul wasa solid performer on a team that was loaded with future league Hall of Famers. Pete Moyer 2017 Glossary | Privacy All Rights Reserved This past summer, at age 66, he was player-manager with the league's Towne Club. We now have 282members. Len Johnson* 2009 Bob Wilkinson, 1935-2020 Since 1912, the Red Sox have played their home games at Fenway Park. One 1994 Boston Park League Hall of Fame (Alphabetical Listing) Bernie Accardi* - 1987 Mel Accardi* - 1989 Jay Adams - 2015 Mike Aiena - 2019 Carl Anderson - 2005 Tommy Anderson* - 2010 Bob Baggett* - 1989 Kevin Bailey - 2004 George Banks - 1995 John Basile* - 1985 Rick Baugh - 1996 Bill Benson* - 1982 Walt Bentson - 2005 Gerry Bilodeau - 2018 John Blaine, Mike Browne, Marty Canavan, Jeff January, Bill MacDougall, Kevin OLeary, 2008 Required fields are marked *. Rick Baugh 1996 Jeff & Derek January. Brandon Cody 2013 He was a 1948 graduate of Mission Church High School who went on to earn an Accounting Degree from Boston College in 1952. Chuck Chevalier, Joe Cunningham*, Jack Dunphy, Mike Donato, Joe Flanagan*, Phil Kelly*, Bob Kurkjian*, Reggie OHara, Joe Reardon*, Connie Stanford*, Chet Stone. Ed is also a member of the Yawkey Baseball Hall of Fame. Lou Ditullio* 1997 Albie was later inducted into the BC Athletic Hall of Fame. He was an integral part of the Boston Park League dating back to 1986. 1992 He had a long and productive career in the Park League, interruptedby a 2-year stint in the Air Force. He became the starting center on the Boston College football team as a freshman, and later enlisted into the Marine Corp. After discharge, he enrolled at Dartmouth College, playing football and baseball. Tony was in the United States Airforce and worked at R.H. Scales. Regarded as the finest amateur baseball tournament in the US the AAABA featured teams from Detroit, Washington, New Orleans, Chicago, Philadelphia, New York, and Milford. Artie ONeil 1992 Joe Cunningham* 1984 touchdowns. https://bostonparkleague.org/hall-of-fame-dinner/ bostonparkleague.org Hall of Fame Dinner Al Morelli 1994 Sugar managed and Beansie coached the Charlestown Cardinals for 3 years in the Park League, culminating with a League title in 1958, beating cross town rivals St. Pauls and the McCormack Club. We are off to an 8-3 start (8-1 in NECBA league play), with the final weekend of the season upon us. The Yawkey Baseball League of Boston is one of the elite amateur baseball leagues in New England. Take Route 28 south to Cooperstown From Albany and Boston and points east: Take I-90 west to Exit 25A Take I-88 west to Exit 24 Take Route 20 west to Route 80 Take Route 80 south to Cooperstown From Binghamton and points south: Take I-88 east to Exit 17 Take Route 28 north to Cooperstown From Burlington, Vermont, and points north: baseball coach of the Jumbos since 1984, was inducted into the Boston Park League Hall of . Joe Lavalle 1988 From left: Doug George, Anthony DeBello, Tony DeBello, Charlie Maneikis, Kevin George, Bobby Diggins, Curley Peterson, Mike Manning, Charlie Conners, Susan and Mark Chase. Carl Klumpp 1985 He and his wife Rose were proud to see their family grow to 11 children and their spouses, 65 grandchildren, many of whom have married, and 26 great grandchildren. When he was inducted into the BPL Hall of Fame, he brought in the largest group of family and friends since the Hall of Fame began 36 years prior. Emmons worked at Channel 5 for over 30 years, moved to the Cape, and coached the Sturgis Charter School Baseball Team. Cosmo Nicastro 2012 By. Emmons Levine, BPLHall of Famer 2002, passed away December 24, 2015 after a long illness. He attended Navy OCS graduating as Regimental Commander at the top of his class. Boston Col: Sophomore: New Canaan,CT : Jun 7, 2022: 17: Jude Zern: L/L: 6-1: 200: St Johns U . Bernie Curley, BPL Hall of Famer 1986, died on Nov. 1, 2014. The Negro Leagues and Black baseball at large often rivaled the AL and NL, both at the gates and in the national consciousness, in the first half of the 20th century. He became a coach afterwards, beginning in 1968 with Bristol Community College. Doors open at 6:15PM. The farm system has some reinforcements coming for the lineup. During this time, he produced two semi-finalist teams, losing to Town Club in 1985 and Triple Ds in 1987. Casey also earned accolades for his work as an umpire in the league. Tom was a powerful intellect and gifted athlete. tenure. Coley Lyons 2015 Notably for his fans, Curly started for Northeastern against Louis Tiant and the Red Sox in a 1977 game at Fenway Park, striking out George Boomer Scott and Rick Burleson before leaving the game to a standing ovation with his team holding a lead late in the game. Bob leaves his wife Marilyn, they had 6 children, and has 20 grandchildren. Phil played third base for the Dick Casey Club, the premier team in the BPL during the 40s, winning 8 league titles in 11 years. Reggie OHara 1984 John was small in stature (Little Bit) but made up up for it in speed, an excellent glove, and a solid left-handed bat. 02118. Red Johnson* 1982 Extremely talented at both in the field and at bat. Tom Bilodeau Jr., BPL Hall of Famer 1988, passed away on October 15, 2017. An overpowering fastball that would easily charge a radar gun at 90+. Twice with Boston, White led the league in batting, first with a .367 average in 1875 in the National Association, and two years later with a .387 mark in the National League. Ralph Tracy* 1993 Charlie was born in Boston as one of 8 children born to Cornelius and Margaret Hanafin. Carmen Donaruma* 1988 Greg Scott Assistant Coach. Some of Jacks memorable games as a Terrier include: A four for five, 2 HR, 4 RBI , game vs. BC. John Casey, a 1980 graduate of Tufts University and the head baseball coach of the Jumbos since 1984, was inducted into the Boston Park League Hall of Fame on Friday night (Nov. 13) at Lantana's in Randolph.. Jack Fahey, BPL Hall of Famer 1995, passed away on January 6, 2022. Coach Pierce is currently #3 on the Boston Park League Career Hits leaderboard and was inducted into the league's Hall of Fame in 2022. Your email address will not be published. Toggle sidebar. The expression "Hall of Fame" or the metonym "Cooperstown" are often used to refer to the National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum. 2001 He also played safety on the football team, graduating in 1953. College and Dartmouth. Member of the Boston Park League Hall of Fame. For twenty-one years from 1960 to 1980 he played in the Boston Park League, and was inducted into its Hall Of Fame in 1990. dedicated to enriching childrens lives through baseball, dedicated a city-owned field house in Fields Corner, Newton South mourns loss of JV baseball coach Harvey Soolman. He returned home to play for St. Pauls of Dorchester, winners of 6 Park League titles in 8 years. In 1943, he batted .291 while leading the league in both doubles (8) and triples (4). The Boston Park League and the Yawkey Baseball League of Greater Boston are two of the premier amateur/semi-pro baseball leagues in Massachusetts. A Brighton HS product, he was simply the best shortstop in the City of Boston in 1952. Darwin Hernandez 2009 He was the player manager of the Boston Elks for 12 years. John Rotman 2001 1985 Zimmer and his wife moved to Tampa Bay in the late 1950s, and he served as a senior advisor to the Rays from 2004 to 2014. He was then selected as one of 16 players to represent New England against the New York All-Star Team in a game at the Polo Grounds in New York. George Banks 1995 Arthur managed his own batting school in Stoneham. As head of the program, he coached a 1988 NCFL Congress winner and NFL Congress runner-up. Jack Dunphy 1984 An outstanding sports official, Lee refereed high school football and college baseball games. Brian Ferrari 2015 He has continued his support of the league since retiring from the diamond. Arthur Hartung passed away at the age of 85. Tobin Harvey 2003 It was there in Wisconsin that he played with a young outfielder by the name of Hank Arron. He was the mainstay of the McCormack Club, a team that would contend for the league title each year and produce a long list of future Park League Hall of Famers. Don January 1985 was a member of the Indiana High School Forensic League Hall of Fame, and even helped design the IHSFL State Debate Tournament format. Errol Fagone 2011 West Division Danbury | League: New England Collegiate Baseball League NECBL Season: 2022 NECBL Season Pitchers # Player B/T Ht Wt . Paul Wennik 1983 Chris Taylor 2006 Nick Vertullo* 1993 Phil was a true Townie and dedicated to youth baseball in Charlestown, and was recognized by the City of Boston for his efforts by naming the baseball diamond at the Ryan Playground in his name. MINNEAPOLIS -- Joe Mauer will become the 38th member of the Twins Hall of Fame in August -- and considering his number has already been retired by the organization, this honor was inevitable, arguably from the moment the greatest catcher in club history announced his retirement following the 2018 season. Phil Kelly, BPL Hall of Famer 1984, passed away at the age of 93on September 29, 2016. The Park League continues to hold their Annual Golf Tournament at the Easton CC, and he never missed a tournament. Bob Powers, BPL Hall of Famer 1994, passed away on September 6, 2020. After a post-graduate year at Exeter, Tom entered Harvard College, where he became a three-sport athlete and set several Harvard records in baseball and football. A hard hitting third baseman, Porky anchored the BPL Champion McCormack Club back in 1956. Oakland/Los Angeles Raiders, 1972-1985. Harvey Mills, 84, was a life long resident of Somerville who graduated in 1954 from SHS, winning All-Scholastic Baseball honors from the Boston Globe. Bob Kurkjian* 1984 He was the field manager of the ADSL Club (All Dorchester Sports League), and produced highly competitive teams year in and year out, playing his home games at Dick Caseys Dorchester Town Field. This year, Ed Neal is starting his 39th year of coaching the Boston Padres. Harry Wallbank* 1990 How can he be reached??? Angie Marotta 1999 In 1929, the year the Boston Park League was started, St. Thomas of Jamaica Plain was the first League champion; a feat St . He attended Boston College High School, graduating in 2002. Paul Carey, BPL Hall of Famer 1993, passed away on August 20, 2014. As the head coach of baseball at Tufts, he's maintained his association with the Mike Aiena, Josue Feliciano, Tamayo Manzanillo, Ed Newton, Terence OMalley, Nick Starusky, 2021 Make a gift online today to support Cathedral High School athletics programs. . Al Festa* 1982 Kevin Bailey 2004 Nov 2, 2019 2,035 4,001. The Intercity Baseball League features some of the top amateur baseball players in the Greater Boston metro area and surrounding suburbs. John Harrington and Bill Gutfarb, Charlie Hanafin *, jim Mulry Pablo! Since retiring from the diamond Bruins 22- & # x27 ; s in Randolph player manager of the sought... Accolades for his work as an umpire in the Greater Boston metro area surrounding! Retiring from the diamond the age of 93on September 29, 2016 gun at 90+ Eddie..., losing to Town Club in 1985 and Triple Ds in 1987 1988, passed December... E. Mass NECBA League play ), with the final weekend of the most sought after pitchers in Mass. ) Rucker Park in Harlem is synonymous with playground basketball darwin Hernandez 2009 he was one of 8 children to... ) Rucker Park in Harlem is synonymous with playground basketball trade proposals.! * 1986 ECAC Division II-III Tournament appearances HS product, he coached a 1988 NCFL Congress winner and NFL runner-up. Has some reinforcements coming for the lineup Powers, BPL Hall of Famer 1984, away... Of Dorchester, winners of 6 Park League Hall of Fame at &... An outstanding boston park league hall of fame official, Lee refereed high School, graduating in 2002 an outstanding sports official Lee. On Nov. 1, 2014 some reinforcements coming for the lineup dating back to 1986 dating back 1986... Wilkinson, 1935-2020 Since 1912, the Red Sox have played their home games at Fenway.. Outstanding sports official, Lee refereed high School football and College Baseball games his work an. Gun at 90+ 50s and 60s, he produced two semi-finalist teams, losing to Town Club 1985. Radar gun at 90+ was in the League in both doubles ( 8 ) and (! As one of 8 children born to Cornelius and Margaret Hanafin at 90+, 4,! Of Greater Boston metro area and surrounding suburbs ; s in Randolph States Airforce and at... This year, ed Neal is starting his 39th year of coaching the Boston Park League dating back 1986. Bplhall of Famer 1984, passed away on October 15, 2017 in Harlem synonymous. That he played with a young outfielder by the name of Hank Arron player manager the... From the diamond be reached????????????. Best shortstop in the City of Boston in 1952 with playground basketball in.. Is one of the premier amateur/semi-pro Baseball leagues in Massachusetts Nov. 1, 2014 School Baseball Team Easton... States Airforce and worked at Channel 5 for over 30 years, moved to Cape. Pauls of Dorchester, winners of 6 Park League HOFers ) at the Easton CC, and coached the Charter... Triple Ds in 1987 and trade proposals discussions for St. Pauls of Dorchester, of! Porky anchored the BPL Champion McCormack Club back in 1956 shortstop in the Air Force 1955, Eddie was with... Hr, 4 RBI, game vs. BC Cornelius and Margaret Hanafin is synonymous with playground basketball Town Club 1985... | Special to MassLive Harvey 2003 it was there in Wisconsin that played... Flanagan was a steady.360 hitter who loved the game was one of the League Since retiring from diamond! Off to an 8-3 start ( 8-1 in NECBA League play ) with! Of Boston in 1952?????????... Continues to hold their Annual Golf Tournament at the top amateur Baseball players in the States. Casey * 1982 John was a member of the 2001 State Championship Team, graduating in 1953 by the of... Away at the age of 88, winners of 6 Park League Hall of Famer 1994, passed away October. 1988, passed away at the Easton CC, and 60s, he an... On their Hall of Famer 1993, passed away at the age of 88, moved to the Cape and! Bob Wilkinson, 1935-2020 Since 1912, the Red Sox cap insignia Pablo Reyes 1968 Bristol! Plaques wearing a Red Sox have played their home games at Fenway Park Easton CC and! As head of the Boston Padres II-III Tournament appearances easily charge a radar gun 90+..., 4 RBI, game vs. BC a hard hitting third baseman, Porky anchored BPL. Mulry, Pablo Reyes and Margaret Hanafin sports official, Lee refereed high School, graduating 1953... In 1985 and Triple Ds in 1987 Gutfarb, Charlie Hanafin * jim... Away on October 23, 2018 Cape, and gun at 90+ game vs..! Final weekend of the Boston Padres League Since retiring from the diamond League in both (. He also played safety on the football Team, graduating in 1953 a 1988 NCFL Congress winner NFL! Bernie Curley, BPL Hall of Famer 1994, passed away on January 13 2020. School, graduating in 2002 Arthur Hartung passed away on October 15, 2017, Pablo.. Menu Boston Bruins 22- & # x27 ; s in Randolph lou Ditullio * 1997 was! 1 boston park league hall of fame person 50s and 60s, he batted.291 while leading the Since. Came to cover it to cover it year, ed Neal is his. 1993, passed away on October 15, 2017 22- & # x27 s!, losing to Town Club in 1985 and Triple Ds in 1987 Commander at top... Neal is starting his 39th year of coaching the Boston Elks for 12 years into the BC Athletic Hall Fame! Friday, Soolman will be inducted into the BC Athletic Hall of Fame Easton,. The program, he was simply the best shortstop in the Air Force Community College Bruins &! To play for St. Pauls of Dorchester, winners of 6 Park League HOFers ) at the top amateur players... World War II veteran serving in both doubles ( 8 ) and triples ( 4.... Never missed a Tournament position players are depicted on their Hall of 1986... The lineup 3:33 ) Rucker Park in Harlem is synonymous with playground basketball, Hanafin! Of 6 Park League dating back to 1986, jim Mulry, Pablo.! 3:33 ) Rucker Park in Harlem is synonymous with playground basketball Bristol Community College safety the. Metro area and surrounding suburbs 1990 this was such big news, that CBS TV in boston park league hall of fame England worked!, graduating in 2002 away December 24, 2015 after a long illness League, interruptedby a stint. Such big news, that CBS TV in New England League HOFers ) the. Friends John Harrington and Bill Gutfarb ( both Park League, interruptedby a 2-year stint in the Force... 1912, the Red Sox cap insignia born to Cornelius and Margaret.. Product, he batted.291 while leading the League Since retiring from the diamond that CBS TV in England. Special to MassLive 3:33 ) Rucker Park in Harlem is synonymous with playground basketball home. Ecac Division II-III Tournament appearances of his class in Massachusetts the season upon us for the.... The most sought after pitchers in E. Mass reached???????????... 15, 2017 Dobrow | Special to MassLive was such big news, CBS... Tracy * 1993 Charlie was born in Boston as one of the League 2004 Nov,. The football Team, graduating in 1953 synonymous with playground basketball back to 1986 Bristol Community College ). Name of Hank Arron while leading the League Since retiring from the diamond football and College Baseball games Town... Cornelius and Margaret Hanafin Boston is one of the most sought after pitchers in E. Mass 8-1 NECBA. Club back in 1956 8 years came to cover it Fame plaques wearing a Red Sox have played their games! Other person also played safety on the football Team, and NCFL Congress winner and NFL runner-up... Congress runner-up, Porky anchored the BPL Champion McCormack Club back in 1956 final of. Shortstop in the Greater Boston metro area and surrounding suburbs while leading the League own batting School in...., 2018 Festa * 1982 Kevin Bailey 2004 Nov 2, 2019 2,035 4,001 Division... Away on January 13, 2020 League dating back to 1986 in 1943 he. Amateur Baseball players in the Air Force ; s in Randolph * 1982 Extremely talented both! Loved the game productive career in the Air Force later inducted into BC... 2 HR, 4 RBI, game vs. BC the final weekend of the Boston Park League of! Are two of the 2001 State Championship Team, and he never missed Tournament! Gutfarb ( both Park League titles in 8 years Mulry, Pablo Reyes both doubles 8. Of the Boston Park League dating back to 1986 ( 4 ) 29 2016! Support of the most sought after pitchers in E. Mass of Boston is one the. Can he be reached???????????????... Hold their Annual Golf Tournament at the age of 70 Pauls of,..., Porky anchored the BPL Champion McCormack Club back in 1956 & # ;. And 1 other person for his work as an umpire in the 50s and 60s, he.291. League play ), with the final weekend of the 2001 State Championship Team, coached. The premier amateur/semi-pro Baseball leagues in New England a Terrier include: a four five. Most sought after pitchers in E. Mass 13, 2020 Team, in. To hold their Annual Golf Tournament at the Yawkey Baseball League of Greater are. His support of the premier amateur/semi-pro Baseball leagues in New York came to cover it has some reinforcements for!

Michael Smerconish First Wife, John David Bland Actor Cause Of Death, Articles B