2004 NCYBA
All Star Highlights
Intermediate National 2004 AllStars
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7/9/04 North Colonie 9, Rensselaer 6
South Troy 15, North Colonie 5
10U Cal Ripken 2004 All Star Highlights
North Colonie takes the North Area Cal Ripken 10 Year Old Tournament. Having made it to the championship match up the hard way with a 4 win/1 loss record, North Colonie took back-to-back wins over host team Ballston Spa ending the tournament with a 6 win/1 loss record.
Game 1 - North Colonie 11 Beacon 1
Game 2 - North Colonie 12 East Fishkill 3
Game 3 - North Colonie 8 Ballston Spa 2
Game 4 - North Colonie 4 Ballston Spa 1
North Colonie captures ENY State Championship with victory over Ballston Spa.
Next up is Mid Atlantic Regional in Monroe, NJ on July 22.
7/3/04 - In the first game Zach Breen pitch four strong innings with 8 strike outs allowing only 2 hits and one run. Relief pitchers Nick Manzella, Jacob Nash and Ethan Waltersdorf helped finish out the game. A hot offensive inning in the 3rd had Ballston Spa down 9 to 1 but Ballston Spa held on to make this one exciting.
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Game1 |
1 |
2 |
3 |
4 |
5 |
6 |
|
Total |
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N Colonie |
2 |
1 |
6 |
0 |
3 |
|
|
12 |
|
Ballston Spa |
1 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
2 |
4 |
|
7 |
7/3/04 – A nail bitter at the beginning. Ballston Spa won the toss but decided to take the Visitor bench. They jumped to an early lead with 3 runs scored on missed fielding by North Colonie making things tough for starting pitcher Justin Brock. North Colonie’s starting line up failed to score in the first inning and Ballston Spa came on again in the second with 2 additional runs but was soon back out of the game when North Colonie scored eight runs off Ballston Spa’s starting pitcher, mostly on walks and a nice 2 RBI double by Nick Manzella. Final Score of this one was 12 to 8.
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Game 2 |
1 |
2 |
3 |
4 |
5 |
6 |
|
Total |
|
N Colonie |
0 |
8 |
4 |
0 |
0 |
|
|
12 |
|
Ballston Spa |
3 |
2 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
3 |
|
8 |
7/1/04 - North Colonie made it to the Championship match up with this NO-HIT win in 3 1/2 innings against Spring. Zach Remillard pitched a great first three innings with Ethan Waltersdorf relieving in the 4th. Two walks and a few stolen bases allowed Spring to get its only run in the game. Three runs in the first, one in the second and eight runs in the third by North Colonie brought this one to an early end. On to the Championship!
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|
1 |
2 |
3 |
4 |
5 |
6 |
|
Total |
|
N Colonie |
3 |
1 |
8 |
|
|
|
|
12 |
|
Spring |
0 |
0 |
0 |
1 |
|
|
|
1 |
6/30/04 – A slow start against S. Glens Falls turned into a 10 to 4 win for the boys from North Colonie. Zach Breen pitched three 3-up 3-down innings, coming back strong from his tough loss in the first game against Ballston Spa. 7 runs in the bottom of the fifth including scores by Corey McMeel, and Nick Manzella and Joey O’Hagan took the fight out of S. Glens Falls. Gabe Cassillo continued to have the hot bat for the Tournament with 8 hits in 12 for a .667 average.
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|
1 |
2 |
3 |
4 |
5 |
6 |
|
Total |
|
N Colonie |
0 |
2 |
0 |
1 |
7 |
0 |
|
10 |
|
S Glens Falls |
0 |
0 |
0 |
2 |
0 |
2 |
|
4 |
6/29/04 - North Colonie continued its run with a mercy rule win over Niskayuna in the top of the fourth. Zach Remillard came out strong pitching three consecutive no run innings. The offense jumped all over Nisky’s starting pitcher with 7 hits and 7 runs in the first inning. This was a game where everyone contributed both offensively and defensively. The team MVP went to 3rd baseman Nick Manzella for outstanding plays at third.
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|
1 |
2 |
3 |
4 |
5 |
6 |
|
Total |
|
N Colonie |
7 |
0 |
4 |
2 |
|
|
|
13 |
|
Niskayuna |
0 |
0 |
0 |
2 |
|
|
|
2 |
6/27/04 - North Colonie started out strong and never let up in this decisive win against Clifton Park. Zach Remillard lead things off with a line drive double to shake things up. North Colonie scored in each successive inning. Strong outfield play by right fielder Connor Montagne and center field Jacob Nash backed up starting pitcher Justin Brock, closing the door on Clifton Park for the North Area Tournament.
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|
1 |
2 |
3 |
4 |
5 |
6 |
|
Total |
|
Clifton Park |
0 |
1 |
1 |
0 |
0 |
3 |
|
5 |
|
N Colonie |
3 |
2 |
1 |
2 |
3 |
4 |
|
15 |
6/26/04 - North Colonie started its season with a heart breaking loss to host team Ballston Spa. The team played hard with 6 solid hits 5 runs scored and 24 at bats but luck was not with the team. Two line drive left field shots to the fence wound up ground rule doubles as the ball rolled out under holes in fence. North Colonie tied the score in the 2nd and the 4th with two runs by Gabe Cassillo and one each for Zach Remillard, Jake Nash Ethan Waltersdorf but were held scoreless in the 5th and 6th. The team faces Clifton Park next.
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|
1 |
2 |
3 |
4 |
5 |
6 |
|
Total |
|
Ballston Spa |
2 |
0 |
3 |
0 |
2 |
|
|
7 |
|
N Colonie |
0 |
2 |
1 |
2 |
0 |
0 |
|
5 |
11 Year Old Cal Ripken 2004 All Stars
8/5/04 Bear 5, North Colonie 0
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|
1 |
2 |
3 |
4 |
5 |
6 |
|
Total |
|
N Colonie |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
|
0 |
|
Bear |
0 |
0 |
1 |
4 |
0 |
x |
|
5 |
8/6/04 North Colonie 8, St. Mary's Maryland 0
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|
1 |
2 |
3 |
4 |
5 |
6 |
|
Total |
|
St. Mary's Maryland |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
|
0 |
|
N Colonie |
0 |
4 |
0 |
2 |
2 |
x |
|
8 |
8/6/04 Bronx 6, North Colonie 3
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|
1 |
2 |
3 |
4 |
5 |
6 |
|
Total |
|
Bronx, NY |
0 |
0 |
0 |
2 |
3 |
1 |
|
6 |
|
N Colonie |
1 |
2 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
|
3 |
The North Colonie 11 Year Old Cal Ripken team's season came to an end at the Mid-Atlantic Regional tournament. The 11's had a great run, finishing with an overall record of 12-2, capturing the local title and the Eastern NY state title.
Each of the 12 players made meaningful contributions and it was a true team effort. I want to thank each player for their effort, dedication and desire. A thank you also to all the parents and extended families who supported the team, traveling with us throughout the Capital Region, to East Fishkill and finally to Bear, Delaware. You are all quality people. Lastly, a special thanks to the coaches - Fred Snyder, Bill Van Blarcom and Mike Egan, you made the managing job easier and I appreciate your time and devotion to the kids.
This is a great group of players with special gifts and talents. I hope that this season was a positive, learning experience for all of you. See you next year!
Carm
7/30/04 North Colonie 8, East Fishkill 4
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|
1 |
2 |
3 |
4 |
5 |
6 |
|
Total |
|
N Colonie |
2 |
0 |
1 |
5 |
0 |
0 |
|
8 |
|
E. Fishkill |
0 |
1 |
0 |
2 |
1 |
0 |
|
4 |
The North Colonie 11's captured the state title with an 8-4 win over East Fishkill. The 11's finished 11-0 in state play and head to the Mid-Atlantic Regional tournament in Bear, Delaware on August 5.
The 11's ran out to an early lead and coasted home to victory. A web gem catch in right field by Chris Van Blarcom saved 2 runs and preserved the victory. NC bats were led by Bryan Egan's 3 hits and 2 hits from Derek Gardella and Steve Basile. McCoy Bean, Will Remillard, Drew Lasky, Trevor LaCosse and Jeremy Fink pitched in with 1 hit each.
7/29/04 North Colonie 4, East Fishkill 1
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|
1 |
2 |
3 |
4 |
5 |
6 |
|
Total |
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N Colonie |
4 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
|
4 |
|
E. Fishkill |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
1 |
|
1 |
North Colonie 11's advanced to the championship game of the state tournament with a 4-1 win over host East Fishkill. North Colonie rode the dominant pitching of Steve Basile and Bryan Egan and a 4-run first inning to victory. Basile pitched 4 scoreless innings striking out 7, with Egan finishing up with 2 powerful innings. Derek Gardella and McCoy Bean led the offense with 2 hits each. Two highlight reel defensive plays by Jeremy Fink and Brendan DalCol.
7/24/04 North Colonie 3, Clifton Park 2
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|
1 |
2 |
3 |
4 |
5 |
6 |
|
Total |
|
N Colonie |
1 |
0 |
0 |
2 |
0 |
0 |
|
3 |
|
Clifton Park |
0 |
0 |
2 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
|
2 |
Saturday, July 24 - The 11 year old Ripken squad won their 9th consecutive game with nail biting 3-2 win over Clifton Park in the NYS tournament in East Fishkill. The 11's pitching and defense again led the way as the bats were silenced by tough Clifton Park pitching. Chris Van Blarcom, Derek Gardella and Drew Lasky limited Clifton Park to 3 hits. North Colonie's infield play was a spectacular 15 for 15. Bryan Egan led the offense with 2 hits.
7/22/04 North Colonie 15, Highland 1
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|
1 |
2 |
3 |
4 |
5 |
6 |
|
Total |
|
N Colonie |
3 |
3 |
4 |
5 |
- |
- |
|
15 |
|
Highland |
0 |
0 |
1 |
0 |
- |
- |
|
1 |
7/18/04 North Colonie 10, Amsterdam 0
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|
1 |
2 |
3 |
4 |
5 |
6 |
|
Total |
|
Amsterdam |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
- |
- |
|
0 |
|
N Colonie |
2 |
2 |
2 |
4 |
- |
- |
|
10 |
The North Colonie 11's won their seventh straight game, shutting out Amsterdam 10-0. Throughout the all star season, the NC defense and pitching have been outstanding. In this game, Steve Basile, Derek Gardella and Bryan Egan limited Amsterdam to only 1 hit. Egan and McCoy Bean banged out 3 hits each to lead the offense. Stingy defense has been the NC calling card with outstanding play from all players. Special efforts from Jeremy Fink, Trevor LaCosse and Brandon Van Wagner who have done everything asked of them.
7/17/04 North Colonie 5, So. Glens Falls 0
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|
1 |
2 |
3 |
4 |
5 |
6 |
|
Total |
|
S. Glens Falls |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
|
0 |
|
N Colonie |
0 |
1 |
4 |
0 |
0 |
x |
|
5 |
North Colonie rolls to a 5-0 victory. Will Remillard led the way with a long 2-run home run. Bryan Egan and Brandon Van Wagner chipped in with 2 hits each. Drew Lasky, Trevor Lacosse and Chris Van Blarcom combined on a 3 hit shutout.
7/15/04 North Colonie 8, Clifton Park 1
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|
1 |
2 |
3 |
4 |
5 |
6 |
|
Total |
|
N Colonie |
0 |
3 |
1 |
0 |
2 |
2 |
|
8 |
|
Clifton Park |
0 |
0 |
1 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
|
1 |
North Colonie bats were alive in Clifton Park, leading the 11's to an 8-1 victory over Clifton Park. Will Remillard led the way with 3 hits, including a long 2-run homer. Bryan Egan ripped out 3 hits and Derek Gardella had 2 hits. McCoy Bean, Drew Lasky and Chris Van Blarcom chipped in with 1 hit each.
Outstanding defense and solid pitching were again features for North Colonie. Gardella, Basile and Egan silenced the Clifton Park bats, allowing only 5 hits and 1 run.
7/13/04 North Colonie 13, Ballston Spa 0
7/11/04 North Colonie 3, Queensbury 2
North Colonie won its third consecutive game, 3-2 over a tough Queesnbury squad. North Colonie banged out11 hits, but left 10 men on base. However, outstanding defense which is becoming the team's trademark, helped seal the victory.
Brendan Dal Col, Brandon Van Wagner and Steve Basile led the way with 2 hits each. Trevor LaCosse, Bryan Egan and Chris Van Blarcom limited Queensbury to 4 hits.
7/7/04 North Colonie 11, Niskayuna 0
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|
1 |
2 |
3 |
4 |
5 |
6 |
|
Total |
|
N Colonie |
3 |
4 |
0 |
4 |
- |
- |
|
11 |
|
Niskayuna |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
- |
- |
|
0 |
North Colonie rolled to their second straight win, beating Nisky 11-0. North Colonie bats were led by Bryan Egan and Will Remillard who had 2 hits each. Joe Snyder, Brendan Dal Col, Derek Gardella and Steve Basile had one hit each. Gardella and Basile limited Nisky to only 2 hits earning the shutout. The NC defense was superb again, playing errorless ball and turning 2 double plays.
7/6/04 North Colonie 13, Westland Hills 0
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|
1 |
2 |
3 |
4 |
5 |
6 |
|
Total |
|
Ballston Spa |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
- |
- |
|
0 |
|
N Colonie |
3 |
0 |
5 |
5 |
- |
- |
|
13 |
The 11's opened with a convincing 13-0 rout of WH (mercy rule kicked in). Derek Gardella led the way with 3 hits; Bryan Egan, Will Remillard, and Brendan Dal Col had 2 hits apiece. Drew Lasky and Chris Van Blarcom combined to limit WH to 2 hits over 4 innings.
12 Year Old Cal Ripken 2004 All Stars
7/20/04
East Fishkill 10, North Colonie 4
1
2
3
4
5
6
Total
N Colonie
0
2
2
0
0
0
1 E. Fishkill
2
0
0
8
0
x
10 As the linescore indicates the 12 YO's finished their
All-Star season on Tuesday. The boys punched out 10 singles, w/ Evan Ashley
going 2-4 scoring a run, Chris Bogdan was 3-3 scoring twice, Brandon Risler was
2-2 scoring once and getting 2 RBIs, Anthony Pascarella had a single and RBI and
Logan Brown and Ryan Burns added hits. Brandon Risler also threw 2 1/3 solid
innings, striking out 3. As we were driving up the thruway last night after the
game we were cut off by a truck towing a boat. I jokingly said to Chris to reach
into his baseball bag and grab his bat so I could put some dents in their boat.
At that point I realized that Chris, or any of his teammates, would never be
using their Little League/Cal Ripken bats again. It was a very sad moment for
me. (*** If there is any 10-11 YO interested in a good bat give me a call***) I'd like to thank each of the boys for their efforts.
We were always the physically smaller team, but because of the 150% they always
put out we would leave the field after 6 innings w/ our opponents knowing how
big we really were. I hope all the players had FUN - that is what it s/b all
about. As always, I'd like to thank the parents for doing
everything they've done, you are tremendous. Special thanks to Coaches
Hendrickson and Ashley who have put up w/ me for 4 years. Also, I'd like to
thank Len Wnorowski for helping w/ the hitting this year, his toys were a great
help. Finally, I'd like to thank NCYBA. From the 'old guys'
(Jerry Francis, Jack Soch, Tom Conlin, Larry Wood. Tom McDonald etc.) to the
'current guys' (Frank Huttner, John Oreshan, Andy Smith, Paul/Karen McMeel,
Steve Raczynski, Bill VanBlarcom, Anita Vanwagner, etc) to the 'future guys'
(Mike Burke, John Montagne, etc) you've all been great for the program. Mr.
Babie I wasn't sure which 'group' to put you into, but words cannot tell what
you have meant to this program. Thank you all for making baseball what it is in
North Colonie. PS - Thank you Don Young for this website.
7/19/04
North Colonie 1, Kent 0
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
Total
N Colonie
0
0
0
0
0
0
1
1 Kent
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0 When you get to this point it comes down to pitching
and defense. The NC 12 YOs provided both in this extra inning game. Chris Bogdan
and Evan Ashley shut the door on any hopes the Kent boys had of advancing.
Bogdan went 4 innings no hitting the 13 batters he faced while striking out 6
and Ashley closed out the game allowing only 2 singles while striking out 1. No
Kent runner reached 3rd base. The NC boys got the winner when Tyler McMeel walked to
lead off the 7th. Logan Brown came on to pinch run and immediately went to third
on Connor Mahan's single to right . Brown easily trotted home on Ryan Burns'
single and the defense put the game in the book in the bottom of the 7th. Ashley and Mahan both had multiple hit games and
Anthony Pascarella added a single.
7/18/04
North Colonie 14, Mid York 1
1
2
3
4
5
6
Total
N Colonie
2
4
6
2
-
-
14 Mid York
0
0
0
1
-
-
1 The 12 YOs took out their frustration of their first
game loss today. Offensively: Evan Ashley led the 10 hit attack with 2 singles and a
double, scoring twice and driving in 3. Brandon Risler contributed a single and
double Richie Hendrickson singled, scored twice and had 3 RBIs Connor Mahan
singled, scored twice and had an RBI Jake Langston singled and scored twice
Chris Hooks singled, scored and had an RBI Sean Murphy singled and had an RBI Chris Bogdan and Brandon Risler combined to no-hit the
opposition, striking out 4 in the process. Connor Mahan, for the THIRD time in All-Star play,
gunned down a runner from his outfield position. With runners on 1st and 2nd
Connor deeked the runner on 2nd into thinking he was going to make the catch in
the air, but caught the ball on one hop and threw to 3rd baseman Tyler McMeel
for the force. McMeel didn't even have to move his glove.
7/17/04
Beacon 2, North Colonie 1
1
2
3
4
5
6
Total
N Colonie
0
0
0
1
0
0
1 Beacon
0
0
0
1
0
1
2
It is always tough to open a tournament playing the Host team, but the NC 12 YOs seem to always get that matchup. Our boys outhit the Beacon team 7-5, but could not get the timely hit. Evan Ashley pitched superb, striking out 6. Chris Bogdan had a double and scored on one of two Evan Ashley singles. Ryan Burns and Jake Langston also had multiple hit games.
7/9/04 Clifton Park 8, North Colonie 6
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|
1 |
2 |
3 |
4 |
5 |
6 |
|
Total |
|
Clifton Park |
0 |
0 |
7 |
0 |
0 |
1 |
|
8 |
|
N Colonie |
1 |
0 |
3 |
2 |
0 |
0 |
|
6 |
One bad inning will kill you. With a 1-0 lead, which should have been more except for a blown umpires call, North Colonie's 12 YOs gave up 7 runs on 7 hits (2 HRs) in the 3rd inning. The boys didn't give up as they came back w/ 5 runs to make it a one run game going into the 5th, but could not push across any more.
Offensively:
-Jake Langston had 2 hits and scored twice
- Chris Bogdan had a hit and scored twice
- Ryan Burns had a hit, RBI and scored twice
- Logan Brown had a hit and 2 RBIs
- Anthony Pascarella had a hit and 2 RBIs.
7/8/04 North Colonie 6, Spring 1
|
|
1 |
2 |
3 |
4 |
5 |
6 |
|
Total |
|
Spring |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
1 |
|
1 |
|
N Colonie |
3 |
2 |
0 |
1 |
0 |
x |
|
6 |
The 12 YO North Colonie Cal Ripken boys did what they had to do to win this North Area elimination game. The offense was led by Jake Langston who singled twice and scored twice. Logan Brown singled and drove in 2 runs, and Chris Bogdan, Anthony Pascarella, Brandon Risler and Richie Hendrickson each had a hit. Evan Ashley was 'King of the Mound' on this night as he retired 13 straight batters from the 2nd to 6th inning. Evan struck out 7 while allowing 5 hits in the complete game effort.
7/6/04 North Colonie 9, Ballston Spa 3
|
|
1 |
2 |
3 |
4 |
5 |
6 |
|
Total |
|
Ballston Spa |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
2 |
1 |
|
3 |
|
N Colonie |
4 |
5 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
x |
|
9 |
The team came out on fire tonight. With a berth in the State tournament on the line, Logan Brown and Richie Hendrickson delivered. Brown's 2nd inning Grand Slam, and Hendrickson's triple with the bases juiced in the first made for a semi-relaxing game for Coach Bogdan and Hendrickson. Jake Langston was 2-3 w/ a double, 2 runs scored and a theft of home, Chris Bogdan was 2-3 w/ 2 runs scored, Ryan Burns was 1-1 w/ 2 runs scored, and Brandon Risler added a single. On the mound, Chris Hooks was solid giving up only 2 unearned runs while striking out 4 in 5 innings. The defensive gem came in the top of the first. With runners on 1st and 2nd Ballston Spa's #5 hitter singled to center, Connor Mahan fielded it cleanly and threw a strike to home cutting down the runner by 4 steps, the second time he has done this in the tournament. When will opposing teams learn you don't run on Connor Mahan.
7/3/04 Niskayuna 6, North Colonie 2
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|
1 |
2 |
3 |
4 |
5 |
6 |
|
Total |
|
N Colonie |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
2 |
0 |
|
2 |
|
Niskayuna |
0 |
0 |
0 |
3 |
3 |
x |
|
6 |
The boys can hold their heads up after their effort against a very strong Niskayuna club. A 2-run single by Connor Mahan, and singles by Brandon Risler, Jake Langston and Anthony Pascarella were the offensive hi-lites. On the defensive side of the coin, Chris Bogdan shut down the potent Niskayuna offense for 3 innings, striking out 2.
7/2/04 North Colonie 5, Westland Hills 1
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|
1 |
2 |
3 |
4 |
5 |
6 |
|
Total |
|
N Colonie |
2 |
1 |
2 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
|
5 |
|
Westland Hills |
1 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
|
1 |
Great defense was the key to the 12 YO's opening game victory. Tyler McMeel handled 3 chances in the first 2 innings at 3rd base flawlessly and Connor Mahan's perfect throw from right field to nail a Westland Hills runner at the plate to end the second were the hi-lites of a very solid defensive effort. Chris Bogdan and Evan Ashley pitched smartly, combining to strikeout seven. On the offensive side, Ryan Burns tripled and had 3 RBI's on the night, Chris Bogdan was 3-3 w/ a double scoring 2 runs, Evan Ashley had a single and scored, and Brandon Risler added a single.
13 Year Old Babe Ruth 2004 All Stars
14 Year Old Babe Ruth 2004 All Stars
15 Year Old Babe Ruth 2004 All Stars
7/17...North Colonie entered the 2nd round of the Losers Bracket with a tremendous defensive game against Twin Town. We had 2 double plays. Cody Chaszcewski and Mike Guillerm played a flawless infield along with Jon Casey covering center field and more with a couple of good catches. We used trick plays, good throws, and cutoffs to protect John Kolach's outstanding 7 innings pitched giving up 2 hits! John Kolach helped his cause by batting 3/4 with a couple of RBI's. John Kyratzis, Cody Chaszczewski, and Mike Guillerm all helped the cause with hits and RBI's. The score: NC 5-Twin Town 2.
7/17...North Colonie had to come back in the hot, humid afternoon to face Cohoes in the 3rd round of the Losers Bracket. The team was tired w/ sore arms and legs, but endured! Jck Murphy pitched 7 strong innings and helped his cause with the bat. John Kolach also stayed hot with multiple hits. John Kyratzis and Mike Guillerm also helped the cause with hits. Cody Chasczewski continued his defensive showing at third base. Much credit goes out to Jon Brochu for catching a total of 15 innings in hot and humid conditions. He blocked many pitches, had many throw downs resulting in outs and some great tags at home. He also helped the cause with his aggressiveness on the bases, and many hard hit balls. Andrew Robbins layer down the PERFECT squeeze bunt which resulted in a run. He also did a fine job in right field. Jon Casey played a fine center field directing the other outfielders and covering allot of ground. His "gun" of an arm protected us from hits being kept at a single. Jon also was affective on the base paths with a couple of steals. Matt McKillup had the role of leadoff hitter an was very affective in working the count. He also was given the roll of playing left field with a short porch where many balls were hit hard at the fence and difficult to judge. Matt was able to get the ball back to the infield. John Kyratzis has developed into a strong first basemen with a lot of range. His bat was very affective also. Mike Guillerm took a break from Lacrosse long enough to finish his Baseball career at North Colonie with a fine display of defense at second base, multiple hits, and fast base running. Mike has been with North Colonie since T Ball and states that this is it for him. Alex Messina, Andrew Klinoski, and David Ogden all played important roles for NC and practiced hard with the team. They deserve much credit for their contribution. I want to thank Ed Chaszczewski for his hard work, leadership, and baseball knowledge. I was want to thank John Kolach II for his coaching, and the ability to throw BP game after game. It was an honor to work with you guys! Also; thanks to Steve Robbins and Jim McKillup for their assistance.
This was a trying year for the 15 year olds. They were down in numbers initially losing players to other programs etc. They were not predicted to do anything in post season. They practiced and played their hearts out and provided us with great baseball. They played above their ability and were as strong as any past ALL-Star team from the past. A nod to willpower, and playing well with each other. It took Cohoes 8 innings to beat us. Cohoes 8-NC7. Season over! I have enjoyed my time working with NCYBA over the past 10 years. NCYBA has a tremendous program. A credit to the people involved whom I will miss greatly.
Thanks,
Brad
7/14/04 North Colonie 12, West Albany 3
North Colonie came back to face West Albany in the Losers Bracket. North Colonie dominated the game with suburb pitching by Jack Murphy. He was relieved by in the middle by Jon Casey (who prevented any runs). Cody Chaszczieski successfully closed the game for us. North Colonie 12-West Albany 3.
Matt McKillip, Jon Casey, Jon Brocu, John Kolach, and John Kryatzis all had 2 singles each. Mike Guillerm had a single and a 2 RBI Double.
The entire team played exceptional defense.
7/12/04....North Colonie loses to Sorensco