He received the Tommy Gastall Award as team MVP in both 1963 and 1965. Harvey Cohen* 1988 Hall of Fame; Alumni Tracker; MLB Draft Results; MULTIMEDIA. Dennis Semler 2012 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. Individuals and institutions from across the country turn to The History Museum for research . Jack Valinote, 87, came from Roslindale, graduated from BC High, and went to Brown University, where he led his team in hitting his junior and senior years. He returned home to play for St. Pauls of Dorchester, winners of 6 Park League titles in 8 years. Greg Stack 2014 Tony Langone* 2006 The Boston Park League and the Yawkey Baseball League of Greater Boston are two of the premier amateur/semi-pro baseball leagues in Massachusetts. Many individuals have flourished within Casey's system. 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. And Zach Soolman (HOF-2008) is the nephew of Harvey Soolman (HOF-2015). After a successful four year career he came back east to marry the love of his life Margi, and continue his education while still playing baseball in the Boston Park League until 1968, eventually being inducted into its Hall of Fame. Adam Wozniak 2013. Jack was a member of the BPL Hall of Fame Committee. 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. Len Johnson, BPL Hall of Famer 2009, passed away on September 1, 2018. Tommy Anderson* 2010 If only he can keep refusing those pro offers for another year Larry Strum, sportswriter Boston Globe -April 1964, Jack was named a first- team, Greater Boston League All-Star in both 1963 and 1965. 2007 Ken Griffey Jr. Autographed Baseball Rookie Card 1989 Fleer # 548 (PSA/DNA) $399.99. Al Bloom*, Gerry Kenneally*, Jerry Leone*, Al Malkasian, Dan Marini, John OShaughnessy*, Dick Paster, Bob Powers* (as player), Dan Williams. Bob Wilkinson, 1935-2020 Leverett Saltonstall & Mayor Tobin. Joe Flanagan, BPL Hall of Famer 1984, passed away on January 13, 2020. Steve & Chris Higgins. He was also the Director of the Baseball Overseas Academies at International Select for 12 years. Chuck Chevalier 1984 He won six Tri-Valley League titles and a pair of EMass championships (1987 and 1991). 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. Leo Smith 1992 22Brad Park. The Celtics set records for most points (179), most points in a half (90), most points in a quarter (52 . Make a gift online today to support Cathedral High School athletics programs. Arthur Hartung passed away at the age of 85. Charlie Bird* 1982 Jack Connolly* 1992 Len joined the Boston Fire Dept. Jay Adams 2015 Joe Reardon* 1984 Required fields are marked *. Affectionately known as Mr. Framingham, he loved his community, following local politics, and was proud to help out in anyway he could. Ed is also a member of the Yawkey Baseball Hall of Fame. It is because of Bobbys efforts that the Larkin Club became a dynasty in 95, 96, and 97 with a 3-peat of BPL championships. ReadNewton South mourns loss of JV baseball coach Harvey Soolman,A Long Ride: The Harvey Soolman Story, and Harvey Soolmans Obituary from the Boston Globe. 2003 John grew up in the Neponset section of Dorchester, playing baseball for the champion St. Anns CYO team, prior to attending Boston English High School, where he attained All-Star and All-City of Boston status, playing centerfield for legendary coach Bill Stewart Jr. (BPL-HOF 1982). Lefty, as Jack was called, had a big year in 1953 going 10-1. Taglienti, a two-time All-American, was selected by the hometown Boston Red Sox in the 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 lived in West Yarmouth for many years, attending Cape Cod League games, passing out bubble gum to the younger fans. Tony Settino* 1983 Harvey gave his team a chance to win in any game he pitched. He played forBryan Club in the Boston Park League while in college. Many of Boston's parishes and villages had teams in the Park League, which dates back to at least October 1929. They called him Sugar, maybe because he had a sweet swing, or maybe because many Charlestown Townies were labeled with nicknames during his era. Albie Gould* 2010 He retired as a teacher from Woburn H.S. 1982 Charter Members Alicat, TP70BruinsCup, 22Brad Park and 1 other person. Carmen Donaruma* 1988 During the Vietnam War, Tom flew A7 fighter jets for the 86th Attack Squadron aboard the aircraft carrier USS Coral Sea. 2002 One of a family of ten who lived on Wrentham Street, Curly Peterson was a standout pitcher at Boston Latin, Northeastern University, and the Conley Club of the Boston Park League. Cliff Branch, wide receiver. Collyer joined the ADSL board of directors in 1989 and wasdedicated to enriching childrens lives through baseball. Jeff Toussaint 2006 Mary Ellen Grossman 2008 Louie was an outstanding left-handed pitcher for the Carlevale Braves and the Supreme Saints. playoffs. A hard hitting third baseman, Porky anchored the BPL Champion McCormack Club back in 1956. 1997 playing, I had a lot of new friends. Paul Louderback 2016 Hennessey attended Cornell, where she was a first team all-American as a junior and senior, as well as a 3-time all Ivy League midfielder. He was an outstanding outfielder, playing all of his Park League career out of Dorchester Town Field. He was a very personable guy who grew up in Jamaica Plain, and made his mark as a two sport athlete at Boston English High School, playing both football and baseball for coach Bill Stewart (BPL-HOF 1982), graduating in 1954. While there, he set a pass catching record against Mississippi with 9 receptions, that stood for 4 decades until broken by Darren Flutie. The Boston Red Sox were established in 1901 as one of eight clubs to enter into the newly founded American League. He grew up in the Mission Hill Section of Roxbury. Steve Busby 2013 New articles New comments Search articles. We look to lock up the #1 seed in the South Conference playoffs by finishing strong this weekend. Hennessey ended her career with 101 goals. Are you a BPL Hall of Famer? First baseman Triston Casas impressed last summer and is a prime AL Rookie of the Year candidate, and outfielder/shortstop Cedanne Rafaela is an outstanding defender with 20-20 potential. Chris Plant 2014 In 2004, Tina joined her husband Tim, also a lacrosse star, in the Cornell Hall of Fame. His long-time friend John Charbonnier was called Beansie. Brian OLeary 2021 Joe Flanagan was a World War II veteran serving in both the U.S. Navy and the U.S. Marines. College and Dartmouth. Jack Mahoney is the finest all-around baseball prospect at BU in a long while. He enlisted in the Army, completing his tour of duty in 1955. Mel Accardi* 1989 Rick Baugh, Dick Red Conley*, Bill Daly*, Steve Higgins, Reggie MacDonald, Eddie Miller*, Tim Whall. Required fields are marked *. 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. Curley Peterson 2021 "It's a competitive . From 1984-1992, Bobby was the manager of the Great Scotts team. George Catarius* 1983 John Bitetti, BPL Hall of Famer 1987, passed away on December 16, 2021. Baseball Team (1946-1962). Fans can also celebrate baseball's most revered records in . The Jumbos are clearly one of the most competitive teams in New England each spring. Order your Hall of Fame Ring now. He later would be inducted into the Boston Latin Hall of Fame and the Boston Park League Hall of Fame. Tom Otto 2001 He was a player/coach on the 1958 & 1961 Championship Charlestown teams. Your Fenway Park. and is currently an assistant on head coach Bill Samko's football staff. John Brosnahan* 1994 He signed pro contracts with both the Cleveland Indians and the Brooklyn Dodgers. He was a hard hitting first baseman/pitcher on the 1952 Champion Crosby Club, a team that produced multiple Hall of Famers in the Park League. Jake Powers* 1995 After his military obligation, Tony became an active member of the Boston Park League, serving in different capacities on various teams, mainly from the Mattapan area of Boston. AS captain of his 1961 Brighton H.S team, he won the league batting title with a .500 batting average and was named a first-team, City of Boston, High School All -Star. Mike Aiena, Josue Feliciano, Tamayo Manzanillo, Ed Newton, Terence OMalley, Nick Starusky, 2021 Doors open at 6:15PM. Mike Hluska 2003 He joined the Carlevale Braves in the early 60s, player-managed by Mike Donato and general manager Tom Menino, the former Mayor of Boston He pitched for the 1969 BPL Champion Craven Club, and finished up with the Supreme Saints. He was a 1948 graduate of Mission Church High School who went on to earn an Accounting Degree from Boston College in 1952. 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. Paul Desimone 1997 The most productive years of his career were overshadowed by superstar Bobby Orr, with whom he played for a brief time. He graduated from BC in 1957 and was elected President of his senior class. In 1943, he batted .291 while leading the league in both doubles (8) and triples (4). Born in Boston in 1942, Tom graduated from Boston Latin in 1960 having left his mark as one of the more storied New England athletes of his era. Buzzy Goldstein 1995 Oakland/Los Angeles Raiders, 1972-1985. Red Sliney* 1988 Hank Geary* 1983 Mike Thomas 2014 Richie Figueroa 2014 Harvey signed a professional contract with the Brooklyn Dodgers. Half the town followed the Cardinals wherever they played. Jack loved baseball and golf, not necessarily in that order. Save the date: https://bit.ly/2021-bpl-dinner New articles New comments Search . Bob Baggett* 1989 Walt Mortimer 1983 Jim played his first official Park League game in 1951, and continued pitching, sometimes in front of thousands of spectators, until he was 63. He leaves a legacy of Park League Baseball, as his son Bob is the current Manager of the 2017 Park League Champion TJO Sports. Warren Cutlip* 1992 They played their home games at Dorchester Town Field, and drew tremendous crowds. Arthur managed his own batting school in Stoneham. George Carey* 1998 He lived in West Roxbury for many years. His teams have won championships in the Yawkey Baseball League, the Boston Park League, and the Boston Junior Park League. Following his naval service, Tom entered the Tuck Business School at Dartmouth College, graduating in 1976. Coach Brian Tanguy joined the Varsity Baseball staff in 2021. Johnny Phelan 2021 Bernie Accardi, 90, graduated from Roxbury Memorial HS in 1947, where he was captain of the baseball team. While the Park League began play in 1929, it did not play under lights until 1961. Mass Amherst and played centerfield for the Minutemen for 4 years. William T. Hogan Jr. served in the Navy, then led Massachusetts states correction, welfare, and human services departments. The Class of 2004 Hall of Famer was 69 years old. One of a family of ten who lived on Wrentham Street, Curly Peterson was a standout pitcher at Boston Latin, Northeastern University, and the Conley Club of the Boston Park League. Yesterday at 8:24 PM #2 We are rounding third . Tony was an avid sports fan, rooting for all the Boston pro teams, plus Boston College football and Boston University baseball. He played 15 years in the Park League, hanging up his spikes in 1965. A Message from John Harrington and Maureen Bleday of the Yawkey Foundation, Park Leagues Walter Bentson Helps Organize 100 Innings of Baseball Marathon Game to Strike Out ALS, 4 Amazing Baseball Apps Seeking an Appearance, Josh Bez of the Boston Blue Jays is Top MLB Prospect. Len Johnson passed away at the age of 88. Mark & Joe Driscoll. In high school, Paul was an athletic legend at St. Sebastians School, starring in baseball, football, hockey, & basketball. Bob Defelice 1992 Harry Wallbank* 1990 Saturday, 10/13 vs Brown 3pm, TWI Field. Joe Lavalle 1988 Tuesday, June 27, 2023 - Visit to the Baseball Hall of Fame - Cooperstown, NY Wednesday, June 28, 2023 - Miami Marlins @ Boston Red Sox - Fenway Park Thursday, June 29, 2023 - Check out of Boston Hotel Click Here for Detailed Tour Itinerary & Pricing Northeast Hall of Fame Baseball Tour #4 | July 19 - July 24, 2023 | 4 Spots Remaining Located on the winding banks of the Ohio River in downtown Cincinnati, Great American Ball Park serves as the home of the Cincinnati Reds, baseball's first professional franchise. Larry Sullivan 2004 Ted Williams (1946) and Mark McGwire (1984) hit home runs in Boston Park League exhibitions games. Sean Fay 2018 Casey resides in Milford with his wife, Diane, and four sons. He then commissioned into the Marine Corps. He also umpired in the Greater Boston area for 30 years, at times working games in the Dominican Republic and Venezuela. Rusty Garber 1990 baseball and football assistant. Toggle sidebar. Fame on Friday night (Nov. 13) at Lantana's in Randolph. Tom Bilodeau Jr.* 1988 Jim Laneau 1985 From left: Doug George, Anthony DeBello, Tony DeBello, Charlie Maneikis, Kevin George, Bobby Diggins, Curley Peterson, Mike Manning, Charlie Conners, Susan and Mark Chase. Tony was in the United States Airforce and worked at R.H. Scales. Paul attended Boston College where he was a hockey goalie and a catcher on the baseball team, both teams nationally ranked in the early 50s. One of the strongest teams in the 1950s, they went to the league finals 3 years in a row from 1958 to 1960. Carl Klumpp 1985 Marty Canavan 2007 Ralph Tracy* 1993 Bill Conroy, BPL Hall of Famer 1988, passed away on February 18, 2022. Tony Felder, Neil Lojek, Mike Marvelle, Tom Otto, Frank Passanesi*, John Rotman, Jack Valinote*. The Boston Park League is the oldest amatuer baseball league in the "I started a team with three friends just because we wanted to organization's top pitching prospects. The Boston Park League is the oldest amatuer baseball league in the country. The Boston Park League and the Yawkey Baseball League of Greater Boston are two of the premier amateur/semi-pro baseball leagues in Massachusetts. Phil Kelly, BPL Hall of Famer 1984, passed away at the age of 93on September 29, 2016. Jack Fahey* 1995 In 1973, the BPL introduced the designated hitter rule to amateur ball. 1962 - An architect presents a proposal to encase Candlestick Park in a plastic screen to shield it from the wind. Joe Mackey* 2000 On the Museum's third floor, " Chasing the Dream " honors Hank Aaron's legacy, while "Sacred Ground" examines the evolution of ballparks. George Carey*, Joe Driscoll*, Norm Goldstein, Bill Gutfarb, Charlie Hanafin*, Jim Mulry, Pablo Reyes. Derek January 2012 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. 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