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Carlsbad Inn and Hennessey’s played a hard fought came today at Calavera. CBI took an 8-1 lead after two, but the game was not to be a runaway. HEN scored six runs in the third and fourth innings to come within one at 8-7. CBI then scored eight in the next two innings, increasing its lead to 16-9 in the middle of the sixth. HEN battled back to score six runs in the bottom of the inning to again narrow the lead to one at 16-15. In a key play of the game, pitcher Johnnie Martinez came up with the bases loaded and hit a fly ball over the drawn in outfield for a three-run single to keep the HEN attack going.

CBI increased the lead to 20-15 after seven, but HEN responded for five more in the bottom of the eighth to tie the game 20-20. CBI broke the deadlock with two more runs in the top of the ninth and then held off HEN in the bottom of the inning for the 22-20 win, the team’s seventh straight.

The CBI hitting attack was led by the top of the order. The first three batters came up six times, with Jerry Smith going 4 for 6, with a triple and 4 runs, Larry Wadalavage going 6 for 6, with 5 runs and 3 RBIs, and Randy Baird going 5 for 6 with a home run, a triple and 5 runs and 6 RBIs. Randy Agadoni, Ken Thompson, Jack Karson, Lloyd Thorne and Dennis Kemp all went 3 for 5.

Leading the HEN hitters were Kevin Davidge and Sherre Lovick, who both went 4 for 5. Bill Codner, Carlos Cevallos, Craig Wheatcroft and Dennis O’Hern all went 3 for 5.

CBI thanks Bianca Schneider for substituting today and HEN for loaning a catcher for the game.

“Anyone who lives within their means suffers from a lack of imagination.”  Oscar Wilde

Showcasing the stellar defense and timely offense that has defined their season, Worden Williams secured a 17–9 victory over Pizza Port Brewery. This marked their seventh win, closing out round one of the Senior League season and solidifying the Dubs’ second-place position.

Fans were treated to a rare matchup between two of the league's top shortstops, Bob Buscher and Tom Carney, and both delivered impressive performances. Bob went a perfect 4-for-4 with four doubles, while Tom matched him at the plate. Both were supported by strong team efforts.

For WW, temporary player Vern Blough had a standout performance in what would be his best game for the team, belting two home runs, driving in seven runs, and scoring three times. Dan Griffin also contributed with a home run and two runs scored, while Ken Auerbach made his presence felt with two triples that left their mark on the Alga 3 right-field fence.

On the opposing side, former WW players Mark Riserbato and Joel Kudren also made significant offensive contributions. Mark hit a home run and drove in four runs, while Joel went 3-for-4 at the plate.

The Dubs’ defense once again shone, holding PPB to just two runs through six innings. Although PPB rallied late with seven runs in the seventh and eighth innings, they were shut out in the ninth, sealing the victory for WW.

We are also happy to report that Martin Wai, who was hit by a fly ball, was sitting up and appeared to be Ok. It was agreed that an injured Karl Stern could sub in for Martin so that PPB could field 12 players, and despite his injuries , Karl went  3 for 3.

Much thanks to Al C and Dave Hempy for umpiring and moving the game along.

Another nail biter! TPP pushed 3 runs across in the 1st and 3rd innings to take a 6-3 lead. Nucci's then outscored TPP 4-1 over innings 4-6 to tie the game at 7-7, as TPP bats went quiet. Both teams scored 5 in the 7th, bringing the score to 12-12. TPP's defense came up big in the 8th and 9th to hold off Nucci's bats, and after a scoreless 8th TPP loaded the bases with two outs, and Brian Turner knocked in "Phil-Bob" (Crash Porter running for sub Phil Kay) with a clutch walk-off hit up the middle. 

Nucci's attack was led by Gene LaChimia (4/5, HR), Frank Weishaar (4/4, double), Mike Brower (3/4 + BB), and Bocai Cairo (3/4). 

Notable TPP hitters were led by Pat Steele (4/4, triple), Nanci Watt (4/4, double), Crash Porter (3/4, double), Coach Dan Smith (3/3), and Brian Turner (3/5, 2 doubles).

Special kudos to Donna Engleman for a great foul ball snag at catcher, and Pat Steele for his excellent back-up of a 'slightly mis-directed' throw from the outfield to nab a runner stretching for 3rd for a key third out. 

Both teams wish to thank Rick Shaw for his solid umpiring, and TPP thanks Phil Kay for subbing. 

 In the first inning Gaspar scored one and Plotkin scored two. No additional runs for the next 3 innings. 

Then out of the Blue, Gaspar woke up with a 5 run inning. Advantage Gaspar 6-2. 

Add 2 more for Plotkiners in the 7th, 4-6 Gaspar. Finally in the bottom of the 9th, Plotkiners found some hits to add 3 for the walk off. Final Plotkin 7 Gaspar. 6. 

Thanks to Joe Dimambro and Bobbie Olivera for subbing. Joe D hit a home run and Bobbie was 2/3 and anchored 1st base most admirably. 

Denis Rayford led Gaspars bats at 4/4 and both Marty and Honey were 3/4. 

For the Plotkiners Pat Driscol, Joe Uribe, and Keith Richards were 3/4 and Keith needed only a Triple for the cycle. 

Our thoughts go out to Rod Johnson as he pulled a muscle in his leg and will miss several weeks. Getting old sucks. 

This game was the last half of an Alga 2 double header, making it the final game of the league's first trimester.  The first five innings were won by VPS and they led 8-5 going into the sixth.  Then the worm turned (along with Joe Raffa's stomach) and the last four innings belonged to DR 9-1.  The only home run of the game was hit by Villager Jeff Payton.  Teammates Rich Keefer, Rick Shaw, David Ward and Jeff Schneider all hit 3/4.  The Draft was led by the mad bomber, Andy Balas, who posted all hits.  Roney Lewis and Bill Mead were both 3/4.  Each team supplied the other with a catcher and Draft benefited from the services of substitutes Kathy O'Neil and Kevin McBarron.  Pat Steele volunteered to umpire for much of the game.  Thanks for all of you who helped make this a fun game.

A thought for people considering coming out to join our league: softball, like life, rewards you in proportion to the effort you are willing to put in, or as Babe Ruth phrased it, "Don't let the fear of striking out keep you from playing the game."