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The Fall Ball season came to a close on October 15th with the “Rams” defeating the “Rage” in the first annual Fall Ball World Series. Over an eight week span, starting on August 23rd, 23 players ranging in age from 13-18 participated in the program. Despite the exceptionally poor weather this year, we were still able to hold twenty practices and play 14 games.

Attendance at practices and games was outstanding this year. The development of basic fundamentals and the importance of team work were stressed throughout the season. We had an excellent coaching staff (Brandon Billotte, Ed Yeager, and Sean Zimmerman) and a group of players who worked hard. As a result, everyone on the team showed steady improvement throughout the Fall. The fact that we still had enough players to field two teams as late as October 15th proved that we had a group of very dedicated young men to work with.

Beyond the coaches there are many people to thank for helping make the season a success. As always we are grateful to Jims Sports Center for their sponsorship and also to the Lawrence Township Supervisors and the Recreation Board for allowing us usage of the field. Sam Timchak served as the official scorekeeper and Todd Orsich ran the scoreboard at the home games. Head grounds keeper was Jeff Ogden, and of course Jim Anderson always does a great job keeping the entire park looking sharp. Most of all, the parents are to be thanked. We sincerely appreciated the fact that all the parents chipped in and helped in some way. The Moms especially did an excellent job with the concession stand, which of course is critical to sustaining the program.

Thanks to everyone for working with us to help make these young men better ball players!