Don DeDonatis has been inducted into the USSSA Hall of Fame in the Executive Category. Frank Ciaccia, an original pioneer of the USSSA whose steady influence and wise decisions helped mold the organization was inducted into the United States Slo-Pitch Softball Association in the Executive Category. 9t. Lou Calvisi has been inducted into the USSSA Hall of Fame in the Manager Category. His outstanding career expands four decades, batting leadoff and playing shortstop most of his career he accumulated a lifetime batting average .620 with over 120 home runs. RA/Edgeusa/Phenom/DTS, NV (2-2) Thats my problem. Don Cooper has been inducted into the USSSA Hall of Fame in the Manufacturer Category. He has served well on various national committees including: Mens Major, Mens Class AA-A, player list. Inter-Lakes Pride Pumpkin Smash 14U - Commerce, MI (3-1), 2nd Place. David Kessler, Bay Area Legends Beginning with the East Coast Pioneer Squad of Capitol Insulation, Wheeler also played for Jerrys Caterers, Gainely Ceramics, Elite Coating, Smythe Sox, Howards Western Steer, Ken Michael-Franey & Parr, Starpath, Ritchs-Kirks, Bell Corp, Vernons. He was named State Umpire of the Year in 1190, 1993, 1998, and 2000. All Rights Reserved. 33t. Palmer was instrumental in establishing the original equipment licensing agreements with national sporting goods manufacturers. She thrived on good competition and her defensive skills kept the stingers in many ball games. A solid outfielder with a strong arm, the west coast product was always tough in a clutch. Alpha, MD (0-2) At the 1986 Mens Major World Series, playing for Steeles Sports he received the Mr. Tony DeDonatishas been inducted into the USSSA Hall of Fame in the Executive Category. No bio was provided for Mary Crechiolo Papiersky. No salary. Floyd Salter, the man credited with writing the USSSA Rule Book, was the fist person inducted into the United States Slo-Pitch Softball Association Hall of Fame in the Umpire Category. He also is the Executive Vice President for the Atlantic, Mid West, and the new South Divisions. In 1979 he was appointed as a USSSA Area Director in his native sterling heights, Michigan. John says his ultimate umpire experience was calling the dish for the final game at the 1985 World Series in Greensboro. He worked full-time softball for 10 years and battled for the association until his final day, June 14, 1988, when he lost his last bout to cancer. He began his career with Worth Sports in 1997, and became the Northern Regional Sales Manager in 2006. As a pitcher, Slater posted a 32-9 record, the best winning percentage of any hurler in World Series history. WM Roofing/Revolution Athletics, Berlin, OH (5-2) For a limited time, you can save 25% on anything and everything from our friends at Easton/Rawlings. And he even did a New York Nets game when the regular announcer didnt show. Meade established World Series records and batting over .700 every season in the Major Program. Until then, hell be doing what he does best announcing softball games every weekend. Forss Painting, NJ (1-2) 2. Joann Van Vliet, a slick fielding shortstop with USSSA since 1978 has been inducted into the United States Slo-Pitch Association Hall of Fame in the Female Player Category. Know as Putter, she was named USSSA Sports Woman of the Year in 1980. No photo or bio was provided for Bob Holland. People at USSSA, and organization that never sits still. Fulkhas been inducted into the USSSA Hall of Fame in the Male Player Category. Lynnie France won six World Series Championships: 1995 (MVP) with UPI/TPS, 1998 with UPI/Kinder, 2000 (MVP) with ABP/Kinder Sharks, 2003 with Armstrong Lady Rebels, 2006 with Enough Said/Easton, and 2009 with Kinder Shark. Stature State GP . Job? Jim was appointed as the USSSA State Director of Kansas in 1980, the same year that the Fun Valley Sports Complex opened under his leadership in Hutchinson, Kansas. 13t. A distinguished seminar speaker, this Virginian conducted or assisted in many national umpire clinics, divisional meetings, and the raining seminar at national headquarters. In September of 2001 he was appointed to become the first national Director of USSSA Mens Program. The outfielder has been a vital part of successful season of outstanding class A teams such as Tri-County, Tosti Raiders, Canton Softball Center, Steeles, and Lady Blue. Classic Glass/Easton, San Jose, CA (2-2) Cano, TX (1-2) Jenny Johnson, setting the standard for others to try to follow, was the first person inducted in the United States Slo-Pitch Softball Association Hall of Fame in the Female player Category. Jeffs 18 year USSSA Career playing USSSA Major Softball has seen him don the uniforms of Steeles Hit Man, Sunbelt/Steeles, Bell Corp, Sunbelt/Bell Corp, Dan Smith/Sunbelt, Dan Smith/Backman/Menosse/Worth, and Specialty Tank. Over that last weekend of August 1968 the first USSSA World Softball Tournament was played in West Allis Wisconsin. Who's Coming. Siteman/Pure, St. Louis, MO (2-2) Chuck was inducted into the Michigan USSSA Hall of Fame in 1994. No photo or bio was provided for Cat Osterman. Along with Accurate Welding, Mortl played for Marascos, Transport Oil, Libbys, Thomas and Ashes; all Wisconsin teams. Michael Perry, Chosen/Thunder/Bad Draw/eShore Tournament Date. Butch Parnes was inducted into the USSSA Hall of Fame in the Umpire Category. Kyle Miller, RockRun/AllHustle/Pure/Beloli/Koval No photo or bio was provided for Joey Odom. A native of Milwaukee, Wisconsin, Mortl was a slick fielding second baseman and pressure hitter. Larry Quartuccio was inducted into the USSSA Hall of Fame in the Manager Category. He served as the first USSSA Kentucky State Director. Best known as a Director and administrator the USSSA in North and South Carolina. Jake Wissel, Van Wert Frickers ASA lawsuit took over 3 1/2 years very concentrated legal time and a measure of personal devotion that took much time from Palmers private law practice. When not pitching, he saw action as a catcher or first baseman. who is coming from API will be display here. Stature USSSA State . He competed in numerous USSSA State Tournaments, consistently earning honors. 25t. Nothing Personal/Moonslam, FL (3-2) Bill Pinkham, MPT Rentals/Juno Athletics Chuck Maiorana was inducted into the USSSA Hall of Fame in the Male Player Category. Dave Steffen has been inducted into the USSSA Hall of Fame in the Male Player Category. Dan Smith was inducted into the USSSA Hall of Fame in the Manager Category. 17t. OPEN STATE TOURNAMENT. MPT Rentals/Juno Athletics, Atlantic City, NJ (5-0) 25t. TRU/Stubterminal/Timeless/LA/ES, Raleigh, NC (6-0) Whittleton was credited with getting the most from his team and earned respect by repeatedly returning to the World Series with a competitive ball club after losing players to larger sponsors. He traveled throughout the central division conducting umpires clinics and promoting the program. I-Stone/Cavs Customs, UT (2-2) Full service air conditioned Bar and Grill onsite. Jeremy Fry, RockRun/AllHustle/Pure/Beloli/Koval, 1. Champion Smash It/Derby Girls/LaClear/Easton, Kent, Washington With Canton Softball Center in 1989 and Lady Blue in 1991 and 1992, the Wyandotte MI native led the teams offensively, and turned in stellar defense as an outfielder in route to each of these teams winning World Titles. Officiating at the World Tournament in 1973, 12 mens major world series, countless national invitational tournaments, 5 womens world tournaments, 4 mens class A-AA tournaments (as Umpire In Chief) only partially describes his involvements in the USSSA Program. The popular North Carolina native, who put Denver, North Carolina on the map, was a loyal supporter of USSSA. 9t. With good power to all fields, Speller cracked over 2,000 home runs in USSSA Tournaments and compiled a .650 career batting average. She was selected to the USSSA Womens A World Series all World Teams on seven occasions. I think it might possibly get into a regional setup to minimize travel. He played on the World Series Championship teams in 1985, 1986, 1987, and 1990. Lehmann, A veteran outfielder who helped Empress Chili win three straight Womens Championships, including the first Womens World Series, was inducted into the USSSA Hall of Fame in the Female Player Category. 17t. She was ranked as one of the best outfielders in the game for more that a dozen years and moved to first base later in her career. PAUL GREGORICH. Named MVP in twenty-seven USSSA tournaments, Van Vliet was named to the USSSA ALL World Team at the 1988, 1989, and 1990 Womens World Series. He also hosted some of the associations premiere events in California including the 1980 Mens Major World Series, the USSSA Mens A and B World Tournaments and the Womens A World Series. 49t. He was named the Umpire of the Year in the Metro Detroit Softball League in 2005 and 2015 and placed into its Hall of Fame in 2021. No photo or bio was provided for John Dye. 9t. Johnny McCraw has been inducted into the USSSA Hall of Fame in the Male Player Category. While coaching the AJD team they won the Virginia Mens State Tournament seven straight years from 1984 through 1991. 13t. 5t. He umpired from 1981-1990, 2005-6, and an Area Director in Ohio from 1981-82 and in 1999. He had been the recipient of several divisional awards and in 1992 was awarded the National Presidents Award. Denny Uptown Jones has been inducted into the USSSA Hall of Fame in the Male Player Category. Example Click Here. Salter established the National Umpires Clinic that is held annually in each division. He was selected as MVP at four USSSA Mens Major NITs. Allison Cole, a member of three World Series Championship Teams and five World Series All-World Teams, has been inducted into the United States Slo-Pitch Softball Association Hall of Fame in the Female Category. Tyler Pikunis, Chosen/Thunder/Bad Draw/eShore No photo or bio was provided for Coy Honeycutt. Here are just a few of the great accomplishments and contributions towards the game. Sonic, MO (2-2) He has traveled to numerous states conducting umpires clinics and promoting the USSSA Umpire Program. maj/aaa STATE CHAMPIONSHIP; EVENT DETAILS maj/aaa STATE CHAMPIONSHIP. Unfortunately, no, the 56-year-old Molphy said. Time limit and run rules will be in effect. Johns 25 years service with the USSSA seems hardly enough time to archive so many accomplishments. In the past ten Black American World Tournaments, Pace has won 7 and finished second three times, an unprecedented record. Alyssa Schreiner, LaFamiglia/Fat Angelos/Worth By 1982 she was an area director, and in 1988 she became the Kansas State Director. No photo or bio was provided for Jerry Backman. Starting his career with USSSA as an umpire in 1972, Bill was very active in that position until 1987. Larry Bruschett has been inducted into the USSSA Hall of Fame in the Special Category. He ranks seventh in the USSSA Mens Major World Series play with 172 hits. McCoy will always be remembered for his contribution to the Womens program. No photo or bio was provided for Carl Rose. Jun 10 - Jun 12 2022 . Top Shelf, GA (2-2) USSSA 2020 event year which began on August 1st, 2019. Future 1s/Bubbasports/Stingersports, TX (3-2) He was instrumental in helping to institute changes in the games using H&Bs influence and by working with the associations. Lonestar Twins/Lone Star Lawn Care, TX (2-2) Davidson, a Rocky River, Ohio native, has served as the Ohio State Umpire-In-Chief since 1980 and has attended and helped conduct 17 national umpire clinics. Currently Viewing: Baseball Michigan. Only molded cleats and athletic shoes are accepted. Michigan. Communication lines must stay open between directors, umpires, players, and coaches so that we can all listen to the needs and wants of each other.. Ciaccia, who spent as a Regional Vice-President from 1971 to 1984, was promoted to Eastern Division Executive Vice-President 1985. USSSA Michigan tournaments are fun, competitive events at family-friendly parks. RVCG/ACA/RSA, Mooresville, IN (2-2) Doug Roberson of Royal Palm Beach, FL has been inducted into the USSSA Hall of Fame in the Male Player Category. 9t. Gendron led four teams to USSSA World Championships and was named MVP at the 1980 World. Devan Hill, TRU/StubTerminal/Timeless/LA/ES Randy has participated in eleven USSSA Mens Major World Series as a manager of coach. Justine Morrison, Lady SNI/D1Apparel/DeMarini/Slugger Under Whittletons direction, Capitol was the dominate team on the west coast for more than a decade, winning four State Championships and four Western Division Crowns. shall be eligible to participate in the Adult Open World Series Tournament. 9t. This longtime USSSA pioneer was honored in 1980 when he was the recipient of the Presidents Award in the Executive Board Category. Lady Mojo/Baugh Ford/SFS, Louisa, VA (0-2) During his career the tall Texan was selected Tournament MVP numerous times as well as being selected on All-Tournament teams. Frank Webb has been inducted into the USSSA Hall of Fame in the Manager Category. 33t. Bill Mathews has been inducted into the USSSA Hall of Fame in the Special Category. Proton/Dan Smith/Legacy Glove Co., Scottsdale, AZ (2-2) He does junior international basketball. 49t. Muxworthys won the World Title in 1972 and Pace won in 1977. And since hes on the road on Fridays and sometimes even Mondays, he uses his six weeks of vacation time just to announce softball. USSSA purchased a building in Petersburg, Virginia for its National Headquarters and Hall of Fame Museum. The Rochester native played in the very first USSSA tournament in 1968 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin and his team stayed loyal to the USSSA program. Baughford/Grizzy, Clanton, AL (2-2) USSSA wins versus losses stand at 302 and 29. Jeff believes the game has changed for the good because of USSSA. Axe Throwing, Write or check out a review on your favorite local. He umpired in World Industrial Tournaments in Milwaukee, Louisville and Niagara Falls. Andy started his USSSA career as a sponsor and coach of the AJD team in 1985. $545. Tools are available for each coach to track player stats. Four times she was a member of the USSSA Black American Womens World Tournament Champion Teams in 1994, 95, 96, and 2002. 49t. In her 23 years of coaching and managing teams in the USSSA Colleen has accrued quite an enviable record. Bucks/I-55 Logistics/Wolfpack Ind., MO (3-2) Classy/SLM/Sourceone (1-2) {{line02}} A teacher and coach, Fillipp participated in the historic USSSA softball tour to the Soviet Union in 1990. He has also served in the capacity of Central Division Umpire-In-Chief. He has traveled around the country umpiring some 40 Womens and Men World Series and National Tournaments. He was the 1986 recipient of the USSSA awarded of Merit for his outstanding and continuing support of the USSSA program. She won her first All-World Honor in 1971 and claimed the Award again in 1984 an 1985. In addition to umpiring, McCarron has served as an Area Director and Assistant State Director in Virginia and has directed many local and state tournaments. He has played in the World Series a record of 14 times. Zane Migues, Anarchy/SmashItSports/Beloli/OA 9U Her class on and off the field earned the admiration of fellow players and coaches. 17t. Austyn Dawe, Monsta/Albicocco/Racks/Nitro Circus because I dont know a thing about those systems. We must all remember out teams who have made us what we are today. This means millions of dollars in positive economic impact to the region. Impact/Figa/Photos By Westcott, AZ (3-2) Theres con-siderably fewer homers in the conference than in most week-end tournaments where the bases are 60 feet and the fences are 275-290 feet. She thrives on pressure trips to the plate. Marie Pesch has been inducted into the USSSA Hall of Fame in the Female Player Category. TAFN/Gosports, MI (6-2) She was selected as the Outstanding Defensive Player at the 1990 USSSA Womens World Series in Concord, CA. No gum or sunflower seeds are allowed at Gameday Fields. BTR, Lehi, UT (3-2) 17t. Farmington Hills, MI. Hayes LeMayhas been inducted into the USSSA Hall of Fame in the Sponsor Category. Proton/Dan Smith/Legacy Glove Co., Scottsdale, AZ (3-2) Tim has managed the Classic Glass team for 20 plus years while participating in the USSSA program. Pete Narrai was inducted into the USSSA Hall of Fame in the Umpire Category. Joe Nucci, a colorful fighter from New York who always found a way to get the most out of his ball club, was inducted into the USSSA Hall Of Fame in the Manager Category. Phone: 734/483-5600. Westpoint Softball, Noblesville, IN (1-2) Ramsey/CEO Award in 2001. FiftyFifty/BSM/Klphotobliss (1-2) Ron has spent over 25 years of service dedicated to building a team approach to selling USSSA programs and idea. This is a stay to play event, please make sure to bookyour hotels through our link (CLICK HERE). 3. An old country boy from Roanoke Rapids, North Carolina, Seymour won over 100 MVP and All Tournament awards during his distinguished career. She was honored in 1984 as the USSSA-DeBeers Sportswomen of the Year, and in 1991 became the recipient of the USSSA/Worth Youth Director of the Year Award. He also was selected to the USSSA Mens Major World Series All World Teams in 1986, 1990, 1992, and again in 1997. He attributes a great measure of the success of his mens team to the fine leadership of his manager Eugene Williams. Ignite, CO (2-2) Scott Kirby has been inducted into the USSSA Hall of Fame in the Male Player Category. Mueller guided the USSSA through what he called the Rocky Phase 1 period of the association. Charles ODonnell was inducted into the USSSA Hall of fame in the Executive Category, based on over 20 years of service to the association. 65t. He has been on several division all-tournament teams. 9U - 18U. Tammy Totland from Hutchinson, KS has been inducted into the USSSA Hall of Fame in the Special Category. Rockford & Byron Center, MI. Dwight Hall, a true gentleman of the game and a man respected for his common sense and love of slow pitch softball was inducted into the United States Slo-Pitch Association Hall of Fame in the Executive Category. Smashitsports/SFK/Easton/Miken, Rancho Cucamonga, CA (3-2) {{line13}} Bushong hits for power and average and always did a good job on defense, his main position was first base; however, during his career, he played every position but shortstop and pitcher. Duane Posavetzhas been inducted into the USSSA Hall of Fame in the Umpire Category. In 1981 Don DeDonatis coached a Mens C team by the name of Miller High Life. Currently Viewing: . Chuck is perhaps best known through the association for his high profile position as the master of ceremonies for the annual Hall of Fame induction ceremonies, a position held from 1994 through 2007. Especially during the early years of the association. Jackie Huggins, who was selected five times to the USSSA Womens Class A All-World Team, was inducted into the he United States Slo-Pitch Softball Association Hall of Fame in the Female Player Category. David Brinley, Anarchy/Coursey Realty 5t. At that time there were a little over 500 teams in Michigan playing USSSA. No photo or bio was provided for Chris Walker. In world series play she won championships in 1989 with Canton Softball Center, 1991, 1992, and 1993 with Lady Blue, and in 1995 with UPI, She recorded runner up finished in 1987, 1991, 1993, 1994, and 1997. During that time he managed the team which played in 44 states and went in areas that were not aligned with USSSA, but Neale promoted the USSSA program never the less. turned to the reporter. Don DeDonatis, Jr.has been inducted into the USSSA Hall of Fame in the Male Player Category. Under McCoy, the Rochester team compiled 629-98 record during a 10 year period and was the most consistent womens softball team in the nation. Rusty Bumgardner from Gastonia, NC has been inducted into the USSSA Hall of Fame in the Male Player Category. He has been a part of USSSA for over 34 years starting as a player and then as a manager. In 1990 he was involved with the design and construction of the multi-million dollar, 68 acre Mid-American Sports Complex in Shawnee, Kansas, and has managed it for the past 15 years. She has conducted over fifty N.I.T.S. He compiles a .944 fielding average with 1,941 putouts and 3,084 assists out of 5,484 chances. LSR, Jasonville, IN (1-2) Linda Mueller, who made a habit of playing in USSSA Womens World Tournaments, was inducted in the United States Slo-Pitch Softball Association Hall Of Fame in the Female Player Category. As President, Mueller introduced the logo, bearing USSSA NO. Slowpitch. No bio was provided for Christan Dowling. Toby Letak, Bay Area Legends 49t. Gilbert started her long career with the Dinwiddie Diamonds, later moved to the green berets, before joining the Belles. The various associations were cannibalizing each other in order to inflate their team registration numbers. Leading all USSSA managers, Campbells teams have won USSSA Crowns in 1980, 1982, 1984,1989 and World Series Championships in 1991, 1992, 1993, and 1994. Ellis served as Secretary-Treasurer until 1979 when growth of the association necessitated a division of the positions. 25t. Kathy Riley is known as one of the hardest working athletes in the USSSA womens program. Runner Up Competitive Edge/Olmito/Suncoast, Milton, Florida, Tyler Ervine, Competitive Edge/Olmito/Suncoast Those countless hours or training, and playing in good and bad conditions finally paid off. 9t. 13t. / Wayne Rd., Livonia, MI, 48152, 40000 Six Mile Rd., Northville, MI, 48168, Get updated schedules, scores & standings, Stay informed with important event updates. 9t. Spending over 20 years in the game of slow pitch softball as a sponsor, manager, and player, his teams boasted a 73.6 winning percentage, winning 1060 games while losing 381 games. Joseph Bennett, MPT Rentals/Juno Athletics Arnie Burke has been inducted into the USSSA Hall of Fame in the Director Category. Mike Cellura, a standout all-around athlete who competed in the Mens Major World Series 11 times and was named the All-World Team six times, was inducted in to the USSSA Hall of Fame in the Male Player Category. Kathy Riley was inducted into the USSSA Hall of Fame in the Female Player Category. However, it would not be as a coach that Don would make his imprint on the USSSA. Craig Elliott has been inducted into the USSSA Hall of Fame in the Male Player Category. No bad language, no arguing with umpires, never ignoring old fans or the young ones. Guy compiled a lifetime average of .680 with more than 1,400 home runs. David McDowell, TRU/StubTerminal/Timeless/LA/ES Vitto, known for this managerial strategy, during his career gained the respect of everyone and was considered as one of the all time greats ever to manage a club. His 29 year USSSA career has seen him play with Custom Wall, Lezotle Builders, Academy Realtors, Murphy Chevrolet, Doughbuoys, Seaway Mechanical, Southgate Merchants, Lakeshore House, Clementes Bar, Miller Auto, Southgate Inn, Southwestern, Sunset Technologies, Bunca, Manitowic Ice, and Peoples Choice TV. In 1981 he was a recipient of the coveted USSSA Presidents Award. Bruce Meade, who made a career of winning World Series Championships, was inducted into the United States Slo-Pitch Hall of Fame in the Male Player Category. He has won over 50 USSSA NITs, has been named All World Manager six times, and was named one the managers on the historic USSSA Womens Tour of Russia in 1990. It was always his goal to insure his teams were ready to play the best competition whether in WA, OR, NV, KS, MN, DE, MI, NJ, and AZ. Beverly Lovett has been inducted into the USSSA Hall of Fame in the Female Player Category. 65t. In USSSA Adult programs, she has won more World and World Series tournaments than any other coach or manager. Is it my living? Volleyball In 1999 Frank won the series with the Eason backed R&D team. In 1997 Dons last year as the State Director of the state of Michigan registered over 9,500 teams with USSSA. Venues. In 1971, Gaetano was elevated to the position of Regional Vice-President and in 1989 was promoted to Northeastern Division Executive Vice-President. James Mortl, the Most Valuable Player in the first USSSA Slo-Pitch Softball Association World Series, was the first male player to be inducted into the Hall of Fame. No photo or bio was provided for Tim Cocco. The gates will be locked until the delay has been cleared by Complex Staff. He twice worked the Mens Major World Series, officiated at three Womens Class A World Tournaments and two Mens Class A Worlds. Ryan Mullen, TG Brand Ellis was then named controller of the USSSA, In 1981, Ellis was also elected to a two-year term as presided of the United States Slow-Pitch Softball Association. 33t. . He has served twice on the USSSA National Playing Rules Committee, from 1991 through 1994 and again from 1996 through 1998. Ron Neely was inducted into the USSSA Hall of Fame in the Executive Category. A base hitting with power, he has hit over 1,100 home runs and has compiled a lifetime batting average of .725. S. he co-founded the Virginia Belles womens softball team as manager, captured the USSSA Womens B World Championship in 1975. Rockrun/Allhustle/Pure/Beloli/Koval, Topeka, IN (3-2) Danny Brown was inducted into the USSSA Hall of Fame in the Executive Category. Snyder refused to bend to the pressure of professional softball, although he lost many of his top stars to the pro circuit. Laura Fillipp, who has played in the top level of Womens Softball for Womens Softball for 16 consecutive years, ahs been inducted into the USSSA Hall of Fame in the Female Player Category.
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