Two tough losses this weekend to a much older Manhasset Mets team.
In Game 1, Brian Moorehead made his fall pitching debut, throwing 1 pitch in the first to get out of the inning and following it with 2 1/3 innings of 2 run ball. Anthony Wallitsch followed with 1 2/3 innings of shut out ball. Chris Sarni caught 3 solid innings behind the plate, followed by 2 good innings by Kyle Carroll. 1st baseman Nick Schoen contributed an unassisted double play in the 4th inning and Kyle Cashman continued his excellent defensive play at short with 3 putouts. Matt Tsotras played well in left, right and at 3rd base.
In game 2, Ryan Fama provided the assist in an 8-3 double play in the first inning. Fama then pitched 3 strong innings. After an excellent over the shoulder catch by 2nd baseman Andrew Purcell, Fama picked the runner off of 3rd base, making the strong pick off to 3rd baseman Dylan MacDonald, and then induced a groundball out, Purcell to Wallitsch, to end the inning.
Thanks to Anthony Salomone for coming down to help out in game two, catching 3 good innings behind the dish.
Despite the tough losses, the boys continue to improve and keep their heads up as they get used to the larger field dimensions as well as playing against teams as much as 2 years older.
The Coach Carroll Players of the Game were Brian Moorehead in game 1, who pitch well in his fall debut and Ryan Fama, who pitched well in game two and added two defensive gems.
Next Practice:
Tuesday, 5pm at Giese park. We will also practice Wed, 5pm at Giese.
Next Game:
Sunday Oct 7, time and place t/b/d
Sunday, September 30, 2007
Sunday, September 16, 2007
Cardinals vs Port Washington
The Cardinals took on the Pythons from Port Washington, an older and more experienced team of 11 and 12 year olds. Despite losing both games by scores of 7-0 and 5-1, the Cardinals played very well on the defensive side of the ball and pitched very well, giving up only 4 hits in the first game and only two in the 2nd. The Pythons scored most of their runs on walks, stolen bases and a couple of errors. Once we gain more experience, the walks will diminish as will the stolen bases - errors as we know, are part of the game.
Offensively, the Cardinals continue to put the ball in play, striking out only 3 times in game one and 6 times in the 2nd game.
Defensively, the boys continued to flash some leather, with Matt Schumacher and Kyle Carroll playing well up the middle and Chris Sarni putting in a solid 5 innings behind the plate in game one. In game two, pitcher Ryan Fama spoiled an attempted suicide squeeze by jumping on the bunt and making a perfect toss to catcher Matt Schumacher, who applied the tag. Two innings later, Chris Sarni snared a hard line drive at 2nd and turned two, with Nick Schoen recording the putout. After a 2 out walk, a Python single moved the runner to third. The batter tried to advance to 2nd on the throw, but 3rd baseman Kyle Carroll fired the ball to shortstop Kyle Cashman covering 2nd, who applied the tag for the final out. In the 6th a lead off single to right was turned into an out as Anthony Wallitsch fired the ball in for the putout to first baseman Nick Schoen.
The lone Cardinal run came in the 4th. With two outs, Nick Schoen walked and promptly stole 2nd. On ball four to Michael Reilly, Schoen took off for 3rd sliding in ahead of the tag. On the throw, Reilly continued on to 2nd base. The Pythons threw on to 2nd, with Reilly sliding in ahead of the throw and Schoen speeding home for the run.
Matt Tsotras continued to play well in the outfield and Brian Moorehead put in several solid innings at first base.
As for the pitchers, Dylan MacDonald threw 2 1/3 innings of shut out ball in game 1 and Michael Reilly pitched 3 innings of shut out ball in game two.
The Coach Carroll Players of the Game were Dylan MacDonald, who came on in the 4th inning of game 1 and shut the Pythons down and Nick Schoen who was on base twice, scored a run, dropped down a sacrifice bunt and played excellent defense at first base.
Next Practice :
Thursday 9/20 - 5pm at Giese Park. Coach Cashman and Coach Sarni will run practice, as I will be in San Diego on business.
Next Game:
Sunday 9/23 - Time and place to be determined. I will follow with an e-mail. Coaches Cashman and Sarni will run the game on Sunday as well, as I will, be at the Jet/Dolphin game with Kyle and my son James.
Good luck boys - see you the week of the 24th.
Coach Carroll
Offensively, the Cardinals continue to put the ball in play, striking out only 3 times in game one and 6 times in the 2nd game.
Defensively, the boys continued to flash some leather, with Matt Schumacher and Kyle Carroll playing well up the middle and Chris Sarni putting in a solid 5 innings behind the plate in game one. In game two, pitcher Ryan Fama spoiled an attempted suicide squeeze by jumping on the bunt and making a perfect toss to catcher Matt Schumacher, who applied the tag. Two innings later, Chris Sarni snared a hard line drive at 2nd and turned two, with Nick Schoen recording the putout. After a 2 out walk, a Python single moved the runner to third. The batter tried to advance to 2nd on the throw, but 3rd baseman Kyle Carroll fired the ball to shortstop Kyle Cashman covering 2nd, who applied the tag for the final out. In the 6th a lead off single to right was turned into an out as Anthony Wallitsch fired the ball in for the putout to first baseman Nick Schoen.
The lone Cardinal run came in the 4th. With two outs, Nick Schoen walked and promptly stole 2nd. On ball four to Michael Reilly, Schoen took off for 3rd sliding in ahead of the tag. On the throw, Reilly continued on to 2nd base. The Pythons threw on to 2nd, with Reilly sliding in ahead of the throw and Schoen speeding home for the run.
Matt Tsotras continued to play well in the outfield and Brian Moorehead put in several solid innings at first base.
As for the pitchers, Dylan MacDonald threw 2 1/3 innings of shut out ball in game 1 and Michael Reilly pitched 3 innings of shut out ball in game two.
The Coach Carroll Players of the Game were Dylan MacDonald, who came on in the 4th inning of game 1 and shut the Pythons down and Nick Schoen who was on base twice, scored a run, dropped down a sacrifice bunt and played excellent defense at first base.
Next Practice :
Thursday 9/20 - 5pm at Giese Park. Coach Cashman and Coach Sarni will run practice, as I will be in San Diego on business.
Next Game:
Sunday 9/23 - Time and place to be determined. I will follow with an e-mail. Coaches Cashman and Sarni will run the game on Sunday as well, as I will, be at the Jet/Dolphin game with Kyle and my son James.
Good luck boys - see you the week of the 24th.
Coach Carroll
Tuesday, September 11, 2007
Fall 2007 Cardinals Home Opener
The Cardinals opened up the fall season against The LI Braves from Massapequa on Sunday Sept 9th. After falling behind 1-0 in the top of the first, the Cardinals came back with a lead off single by Matt Schumacher, a sacrifice bunt by Kyle Carroll and an RBI single by Kyle Cashman. Michael Reilly followed with a single, but the Brave's defense kicked in and held the Cardinals scoreless the rest of the game, despite the boys putting almost every pitch in play.
Michael Reilly pitched well the first 4 innings giving up one run each in the 1st and 3rd innings and pitching a scoreless 4th. Unfortunately, some defensive lapses led to 3 unearned runs in the 2nd. Kyle Carroll pitched the final two innings, giving up only 1 run.
There were some very good defensive plays, including a diving stab by Kyle Cashman at short followed by a strong throw to first to nail the runner. But the Cardinals fell short, dropping game one 6-1.
In game two, Nick Schoen pitched 3 strong innings, giving up two runs (1 unearned) and picking off a runner at 2nd base. Schoen also started the offense off by drawing a walk in the third and promptly stealing 2nd base. Nick later scored on a long RBI single by Matt Tsotras. Trailing 6-1 in the bottom of the first, the Cardinals started to rally with a one out single by Ryan Fama and an RBI infield hit by Brian Moorehead. Matt Schumacher then hit a sharp sinking liner to center that was caught on an excellent play by the Brave's defense man who turned the tough 8-6 double play.
Defensively, there were several excellent plays. In the top of the 2nd with 1 run in, one out and a man on first, the batter lined a sharp liner off the 3rd baseman's foot. Leftfielder Matt Tsotras ran it down and threw to shortstop Kyle Cashman as the runner cruised into 3rd base. The batter tried to take 2nd, but Cashman threw to 2nd baseman Matt Schumacher who applied the tag, jumped to his feet and threw home to catcher Kyle Carroll who blocked the plate and applied the tag for the old 5-7-6-4-2 double play - just like we worked on in practice!
In the 3rd trailing 2-1 with one out and a runner on 2nd, leftfielder Matt Tsotras ran down a line drive into left centerfield, turned and threw to 2nd baseman Matt Schumacher for the 7-4 double play.
Finally, in the 5th, with 2 runs in, nobody out and runners on 2nd and 3rd, the pitch got past catcher Carroll, but he ran it down, made a perfect toss to pitcher Cashman who blocked the plate and applied the tag. Cashman then struck out the batter and got the next batter on a grounder, 1-3. Despite some defensive gems, the Cardinals dropped game two, 6-2.
Additionally, there was some fine defensive plays by Andrew Purcell at 2nd base, Dylan MacDonald at 1st base and in the outfield and Anthony Wallitsch at 1st and 3rd base
The Coach Carroll Player of the game was Kyle Carroll, who pitched two innings, caught 6, turned a number of good defensive plays, and dropped down a perfect sacrifice bunt.
Next Practice:
Wed 9/12 at 5pm, Giese Park
Thur 9/13 at 5pm, Giese Park.
Next Game:
Sunday, 9/15, 9am at Giese Park against Port Washington.
Please be at the field by 8:15am.
Coach Carroll
Michael Reilly pitched well the first 4 innings giving up one run each in the 1st and 3rd innings and pitching a scoreless 4th. Unfortunately, some defensive lapses led to 3 unearned runs in the 2nd. Kyle Carroll pitched the final two innings, giving up only 1 run.
There were some very good defensive plays, including a diving stab by Kyle Cashman at short followed by a strong throw to first to nail the runner. But the Cardinals fell short, dropping game one 6-1.
In game two, Nick Schoen pitched 3 strong innings, giving up two runs (1 unearned) and picking off a runner at 2nd base. Schoen also started the offense off by drawing a walk in the third and promptly stealing 2nd base. Nick later scored on a long RBI single by Matt Tsotras. Trailing 6-1 in the bottom of the first, the Cardinals started to rally with a one out single by Ryan Fama and an RBI infield hit by Brian Moorehead. Matt Schumacher then hit a sharp sinking liner to center that was caught on an excellent play by the Brave's defense man who turned the tough 8-6 double play.
Defensively, there were several excellent plays. In the top of the 2nd with 1 run in, one out and a man on first, the batter lined a sharp liner off the 3rd baseman's foot. Leftfielder Matt Tsotras ran it down and threw to shortstop Kyle Cashman as the runner cruised into 3rd base. The batter tried to take 2nd, but Cashman threw to 2nd baseman Matt Schumacher who applied the tag, jumped to his feet and threw home to catcher Kyle Carroll who blocked the plate and applied the tag for the old 5-7-6-4-2 double play - just like we worked on in practice!
In the 3rd trailing 2-1 with one out and a runner on 2nd, leftfielder Matt Tsotras ran down a line drive into left centerfield, turned and threw to 2nd baseman Matt Schumacher for the 7-4 double play.
Finally, in the 5th, with 2 runs in, nobody out and runners on 2nd and 3rd, the pitch got past catcher Carroll, but he ran it down, made a perfect toss to pitcher Cashman who blocked the plate and applied the tag. Cashman then struck out the batter and got the next batter on a grounder, 1-3. Despite some defensive gems, the Cardinals dropped game two, 6-2.
Additionally, there was some fine defensive plays by Andrew Purcell at 2nd base, Dylan MacDonald at 1st base and in the outfield and Anthony Wallitsch at 1st and 3rd base
The Coach Carroll Player of the game was Kyle Carroll, who pitched two innings, caught 6, turned a number of good defensive plays, and dropped down a perfect sacrifice bunt.
Next Practice:
Wed 9/12 at 5pm, Giese Park
Thur 9/13 at 5pm, Giese Park.
Next Game:
Sunday, 9/15, 9am at Giese Park against Port Washington.
Please be at the field by 8:15am.
Coach Carroll
Friday, September 7, 2007
11 Year Old Fall Travel Opening Day
The 11 year old Cardinals will open the fall season this Sunday, September 9th. Come on down and cheer on Kyle, Chris, Kyle, Matt, Michael, Anthony, Nick, Matt, Andrew, Ryan, Brian, Matt, and Dylan as they take on the the LI Braves for a Sunday morning doubleheader at Giese Park starting at 9am.
The boys have been working hard the past few weeks getting used to the bigger field and working on their pick-offs, pitching from the stretch and running the longer bases.
Hope to see you at the field, and stay tuned for post game recaps. Rosters and schedules will be posted soon.
Coach Carroll
The boys have been working hard the past few weeks getting used to the bigger field and working on their pick-offs, pitching from the stretch and running the longer bases.
Hope to see you at the field, and stay tuned for post game recaps. Rosters and schedules will be posted soon.
Coach Carroll
Thursday, August 30, 2007
11 Year Old Fall Travel Set to Begin
This year the 11 year olds will play a fall travel season in the FABL (http://www.fabl.org/). The team will play 8 doubleheaders, mostly on Sunday mornings, with home games at Giese Park (as well as all practices). The team roster is now complete with 14 players and we are looking forward to a very fun and competitive season.
Games will be played on bigger dimensions than the players are accustomed, with the base paths increased to 75' and the pitching rubber set at 51'6". An additional change will be leading and stealing, so we will be working with the boys on pitching from the stretch and pick-offs with the pitchers and how to take a proper lead, pick up the coach's sign, read a pick off move and steal a base for the runners.
Wednesday's practice was short but went well. The boys quickly adjusted to the larger field from a defensive standpoint, but they'll take some getting used to running the longer bases.
Next practice is Saturday, 10am at Giese Park. If you have not sent me your player's jersey size and choice of 3 numbers, please do so ASAP so I can get the jerseys and hats ordered. Gray pants and navy socks are preferred.
The full roster and schedule will be posted on the website at http://www.stignatiuscyo.org/ as soon as it is complete. I'd also like to get a team picture to post and will also add action shots. If for any reason you would prefer your player's picture not be posted, please let me know.
We are also registered and insured with Elite Tournament Championship Baseball (http://www.etcb.org/), so if I see any weekend tournaments, we'll see if we can enter one.
Check back for additional updates and game recaps.
Hope to see you all Saturday. If not, have a great Labor Day weekend!
Looking forward to a great fall season.
Coach Carroll
Games will be played on bigger dimensions than the players are accustomed, with the base paths increased to 75' and the pitching rubber set at 51'6". An additional change will be leading and stealing, so we will be working with the boys on pitching from the stretch and pick-offs with the pitchers and how to take a proper lead, pick up the coach's sign, read a pick off move and steal a base for the runners.
Wednesday's practice was short but went well. The boys quickly adjusted to the larger field from a defensive standpoint, but they'll take some getting used to running the longer bases.
Next practice is Saturday, 10am at Giese Park. If you have not sent me your player's jersey size and choice of 3 numbers, please do so ASAP so I can get the jerseys and hats ordered. Gray pants and navy socks are preferred.
The full roster and schedule will be posted on the website at http://www.stignatiuscyo.org/ as soon as it is complete. I'd also like to get a team picture to post and will also add action shots. If for any reason you would prefer your player's picture not be posted, please let me know.
We are also registered and insured with Elite Tournament Championship Baseball (http://www.etcb.org/), so if I see any weekend tournaments, we'll see if we can enter one.
Check back for additional updates and game recaps.
Hope to see you all Saturday. If not, have a great Labor Day weekend!
Looking forward to a great fall season.
Coach Carroll
Monday, June 11, 2007
8th Grade Travel Updates
The 8th Grade Cardinals finished the season this past weekend with 3 games in 4 days.
Wed June 6th:
Joe Morrisey pitched one of the best games of the year, giving up two unearned runs to St Edward's. Unfortunately, the Cardinal bats were just as quiet and the boys took a 2-1 loss. 2nd Baseman Marc Shepard was 2-4 with 2 stolen bases and Catcher Mike Tarone played his first game since coming off the DL with a broken hand.
The Coach Carroll Player of the Game was pitcher Joe Morrisey.
Sat June 9th (Game 1):
The Cardinals came out smoking against undefeated St Dominic's, putting up 4 runs in the first inning. Left fielder Joe Morrisey started things off with a single and a stolen base. After a walk to Shortstop John DiSanto, Pitcher Chris Morgan scorched a triple to deep centerfield. After 1st Baseman Mike Lapinksi was hit by a pitch, Catcher Mike Tarone crushed a double into the right center field gap, scoring two more runs.
Chris Morgan held St. Dom's scoreless through 4 1/3 innings, but St. Dom's eventually broke through with 2 in the 5th and 3 in the 6th. The Cardinals had the tying run on 2nd in the 6th inning but could not plate the run.
The Coach Carroll Player of the Game was Chris Morgan, who, in addition to his tremendous pitching, was 3-3 with a triple, 2 singles and 2 stolen bases.
June 9th (Game 2)
After the tough defeat to St Dom's, the Cardinal came roaring back against St. Thomas, scoring 12 runs in the first inning and cruising to a 24-4 victory.
John DiSanto was 2-2 with a walk, HBP and 4 runs scored, Elijah Rustin homered and scored 3 runs, Mike Tarone was 3-3 with a triple, walk and 3 runs scored, Suhail Zalia contributed 2 hits and 3 runs scored, Mike Lapinski had two runs scored, Marc Shepard scored 3 runs and Justin Lambott added a single to help put the game away.
Christian Funfgeld pitched great for 3 innings and Suhail Zalia finished up with a scoreless 4th. Danny Artuso caught the entire game and did another great job behind the plate.
The Coach Carroll Player of the Game was Christian Funfgeld, who pitched great for 3 innings and added 3 runs scored on a single and two walks.
Despite a final record of 4-7, the Cardinals played well and were in all but two games, losing three by 1 run and two others by 3 runs. In 5 of the 7 losses, the tying runs were either on base or at the plate.
Stay tuned for updates on the end of year awards dinner in September.
Congratulations on a great year. It was a pleasure coaching you all.
Coach Carroll
Wed June 6th:
Joe Morrisey pitched one of the best games of the year, giving up two unearned runs to St Edward's. Unfortunately, the Cardinal bats were just as quiet and the boys took a 2-1 loss. 2nd Baseman Marc Shepard was 2-4 with 2 stolen bases and Catcher Mike Tarone played his first game since coming off the DL with a broken hand.
The Coach Carroll Player of the Game was pitcher Joe Morrisey.
Sat June 9th (Game 1):
The Cardinals came out smoking against undefeated St Dominic's, putting up 4 runs in the first inning. Left fielder Joe Morrisey started things off with a single and a stolen base. After a walk to Shortstop John DiSanto, Pitcher Chris Morgan scorched a triple to deep centerfield. After 1st Baseman Mike Lapinksi was hit by a pitch, Catcher Mike Tarone crushed a double into the right center field gap, scoring two more runs.
Chris Morgan held St. Dom's scoreless through 4 1/3 innings, but St. Dom's eventually broke through with 2 in the 5th and 3 in the 6th. The Cardinals had the tying run on 2nd in the 6th inning but could not plate the run.
The Coach Carroll Player of the Game was Chris Morgan, who, in addition to his tremendous pitching, was 3-3 with a triple, 2 singles and 2 stolen bases.
June 9th (Game 2)
After the tough defeat to St Dom's, the Cardinal came roaring back against St. Thomas, scoring 12 runs in the first inning and cruising to a 24-4 victory.
John DiSanto was 2-2 with a walk, HBP and 4 runs scored, Elijah Rustin homered and scored 3 runs, Mike Tarone was 3-3 with a triple, walk and 3 runs scored, Suhail Zalia contributed 2 hits and 3 runs scored, Mike Lapinski had two runs scored, Marc Shepard scored 3 runs and Justin Lambott added a single to help put the game away.
Christian Funfgeld pitched great for 3 innings and Suhail Zalia finished up with a scoreless 4th. Danny Artuso caught the entire game and did another great job behind the plate.
The Coach Carroll Player of the Game was Christian Funfgeld, who pitched great for 3 innings and added 3 runs scored on a single and two walks.
Despite a final record of 4-7, the Cardinals played well and were in all but two games, losing three by 1 run and two others by 3 runs. In 5 of the 7 losses, the tying runs were either on base or at the plate.
Stay tuned for updates on the end of year awards dinner in September.
Congratulations on a great year. It was a pleasure coaching you all.
Coach Carroll
Coach Russo
Thursday, May 31, 2007
8th Grade Travel - IMPORTANT
Please note that our next games is WEDNESDAY JUNE 6th, 6pm at Giese. The previous blog has the incorrect date.
Please be at the field by 5:15pm.
Coach Carroll
Please be at the field by 5:15pm.
Coach Carroll
Wednesday, May 30, 2007
8th Grade Travel
The Cardinals improved to 3-5 with a hard fought win over OLM - 1 last night (5/29). Excellent pitching from Mike Lapinski and Christian Funfgeld, who made his 2007 debut.
The boys jumped out to a 5-0 lead in the first inning and cruised to an 11-10 victory. Leading the way were Elijah Rustin, who was 2 for 2 with a walk, 3 runs scored and 4 stolen bases, James Carroll, who was 1-2 with a walk, and 2 runs scored, Chris Morgan, who was 3-3 with 2 RBIs and 3 stolen bases and Marc Shepard, who went 2-2 with 2 RBIs.
The Coach Carroll Player of the Game was James Carroll, who made his 2007 catching debut and immediately took control of the game. In the top of the 4th inning, an OLM Runner brutally crashed into James, causing serious injury and necessitating his removal from the field. James held on to the ball to complete the double play. James also maintained his position in the batting order so as to avoid an automatic out and in the bottom of the 4th, he laid down a perfect safety squeeze bunt, beat the throw to first and scored what proved to be the winning run on a sac fly by Mike Lapinksi.
Unfortunately, we have now lost James for the season, has he suffered a mild concussion, buckle fracture to his right arm and bone chip to the growth plate on his right thumb.
Next game is Tuesday June 5th at Giese Park against St. Edwards. Please be there by 5:15pm.
Coach Carroll
The boys jumped out to a 5-0 lead in the first inning and cruised to an 11-10 victory. Leading the way were Elijah Rustin, who was 2 for 2 with a walk, 3 runs scored and 4 stolen bases, James Carroll, who was 1-2 with a walk, and 2 runs scored, Chris Morgan, who was 3-3 with 2 RBIs and 3 stolen bases and Marc Shepard, who went 2-2 with 2 RBIs.
The Coach Carroll Player of the Game was James Carroll, who made his 2007 catching debut and immediately took control of the game. In the top of the 4th inning, an OLM Runner brutally crashed into James, causing serious injury and necessitating his removal from the field. James held on to the ball to complete the double play. James also maintained his position in the batting order so as to avoid an automatic out and in the bottom of the 4th, he laid down a perfect safety squeeze bunt, beat the throw to first and scored what proved to be the winning run on a sac fly by Mike Lapinksi.
Unfortunately, we have now lost James for the season, has he suffered a mild concussion, buckle fracture to his right arm and bone chip to the growth plate on his right thumb.
Next game is Tuesday June 5th at Giese Park against St. Edwards. Please be there by 5:15pm.
Coach Carroll
Monday, May 28, 2007
8th Grade Travel
On Saturday May 25th the boys played OLM -2. Joe Morrisey pitched well with most of the runs scored being unearned. John DiSanto played well behind the plate in his catching debut and Marc Shepard kept the game going late with a rope single into right centerfield and 2 stolen bases. Unfortunately, we were no match has OLM handed us the loss.
The Coach Carroll Player of the Game was John DiSanto, who played very well behind the dish and continued with his hot hitting.
Next Game:
5/29 Tuesday 6:00pm St. Ignatius vs. OLM 1 @ Giese.
Remainder of schedule:
6/6 Wednesday 6:00pm St. Ignatius vs. St. Edward @ Giese
6/9 Saturday 9:00am St. Ignatius vs. St. Dominic @ Giese - we will plan a BBQ after this game.
We also have two games to make up vs. Cure of Ars and St Thomas. Stay tuned for details.
See you on Tuesday.
Coach Carroll
The Coach Carroll Player of the Game was John DiSanto, who played very well behind the dish and continued with his hot hitting.
Next Game:
5/29 Tuesday 6:00pm St. Ignatius vs. OLM 1 @ Giese.
Remainder of schedule:
6/6 Wednesday 6:00pm St. Ignatius vs. St. Edward @ Giese
6/9 Saturday 9:00am St. Ignatius vs. St. Dominic @ Giese - we will plan a BBQ after this game.
We also have two games to make up vs. Cure of Ars and St Thomas. Stay tuned for details.
See you on Tuesday.
Coach Carroll
Friday, May 25, 2007
8th Grade Travel
The boys form St Ignatius jumped out to an 8-0 lead against St Thomas and held on for a 10-9 win as they improved to 2-4.
Chris Morgan was 3-3 with 2 doubles, 1 walk, 5 stolen bases and 2 runs scored. Justin Lambot went 1-1 with 2 walks, 5 stolen bases and put a nice tag on the potential tieing run at third in the bottom of the 5th. Marc Shepard added a single and 3 stolen bases and Elijah Rustin stole home 3 times.
Suhail Zalia finished off the game on the mound with 3 strong innings for the save, with John DiSanto earning the win.
The Coach Carroll Player of the Game was Dan "the Man" Artuso, who made his catching debut. Dan gave us 5 strong innings behind the dish and threw out the potential game tieing run at third. Danny also added a run scoring single and 1 stolen base.
NEXT GAME: The game scheduled for 10am on Saturday May 26th is back on and has been moved to 4:30pm at Plainview Old Bethpage Middle School.
West:Old Country Road East of Seaford Oyster Bay Expy (pass Hospital) and make left turn on to Central Park Road, about ½ mile on the left, right before the circular parking lot (Fields are in the back of school)
From East: Old Country Road East of Seaford Oyster Bay Expy and make right on to Central Park Road, about ½ mile on the left, right before the circular parking lot (Fields are in the back of school).
Please be at the field by 4:00pm.
Coach Carroll
Chris Morgan was 3-3 with 2 doubles, 1 walk, 5 stolen bases and 2 runs scored. Justin Lambot went 1-1 with 2 walks, 5 stolen bases and put a nice tag on the potential tieing run at third in the bottom of the 5th. Marc Shepard added a single and 3 stolen bases and Elijah Rustin stole home 3 times.
Suhail Zalia finished off the game on the mound with 3 strong innings for the save, with John DiSanto earning the win.
The Coach Carroll Player of the Game was Dan "the Man" Artuso, who made his catching debut. Dan gave us 5 strong innings behind the dish and threw out the potential game tieing run at third. Danny also added a run scoring single and 1 stolen base.
NEXT GAME: The game scheduled for 10am on Saturday May 26th is back on and has been moved to 4:30pm at Plainview Old Bethpage Middle School.
West:Old Country Road East of Seaford Oyster Bay Expy (pass Hospital) and make left turn on to Central Park Road, about ½ mile on the left, right before the circular parking lot (Fields are in the back of school)
From East: Old Country Road East of Seaford Oyster Bay Expy and make right on to Central Park Road, about ½ mile on the left, right before the circular parking lot (Fields are in the back of school).
Please be at the field by 4:00pm.
Coach Carroll
Friday, May 18, 2007
Kindergarden, 1st and 2nd Grade
Our three K-2 teams started their season last night after two weeks of practice. Our thanks to Gayle Mandaro-Silverman and coaches Rick Hoffman & Clint Adam (Green Team), William Vasquez (Blue Team) and Bart Coppola & Steve Sullivan (Red Team) for their time, efforts and patience in coordinating the league.
The teams play Tuesdays and Thursdays starting at 6:00pm on the 60' field at Giese Park (games) and Lee Ave (practice). The schedule is now posted on the website.
I know the kids would love to have you come down and cheer them on. There is nothing better than watching our kids play baseball for the shear joy of the game. We hope to build our program around these young athletes and bring a travel team championship home to St Ignatius in the coming years.
Hope to see you at the fields.
Coach Carroll
The teams play Tuesdays and Thursdays starting at 6:00pm on the 60' field at Giese Park (games) and Lee Ave (practice). The schedule is now posted on the website.
I know the kids would love to have you come down and cheer them on. There is nothing better than watching our kids play baseball for the shear joy of the game. We hope to build our program around these young athletes and bring a travel team championship home to St Ignatius in the coming years.
Hope to see you at the fields.
Coach Carroll
3rd & 4th Grade Team
The 3rd and 4th grade team is off and running, thanks to manager John Fiore and coach Joe Fiore. The team will practice on Wednesdays at 6:00pm on the 60' field at Giese Park and games will be every Friday against the teams from Our Lady of Mercy. The schedule should be posted shortly.
Come on down and support the team!
Come on down and support the team!
8th Grade Travel Update
There will be no game or practice on Monday May 21.
Next game is Thursday May 24th.
Coach Carroll
Next game is Thursday May 24th.
Coach Carroll
Wednesday, May 16, 2007
May 16, 2007 - Game Cancelled
Our game against St. Thomas has been cancelled due to a medical emergency within the St. Thomas team. We wish our friends at St. Thomas well and our prayers are with them.
Upcoming schedule...
Sunday May 20th: Game has been cancelled.
Monday May 21st: We plan to make up the game vs Cure of Ars, 6pm at Giese Park. Please be there by 5:15pm. If we do not play, we will have a practice.
Thursday May 24th: vs St Thomas, 6pm at George Washington. Please be there by 5:15pm. Directions to follow.
Saturday May 26th: Cancelled (Memorial Day Weekend)
Tuesday May 29th: vs OLM 1, 6pm at Giese Park. Please be there by 5:15pm.
It is imperative that all players call if they cannot make a game or practice.
Coach Carroll
Upcoming schedule...
Sunday May 20th: Game has been cancelled.
Monday May 21st: We plan to make up the game vs Cure of Ars, 6pm at Giese Park. Please be there by 5:15pm. If we do not play, we will have a practice.
Thursday May 24th: vs St Thomas, 6pm at George Washington. Please be there by 5:15pm. Directions to follow.
Saturday May 26th: Cancelled (Memorial Day Weekend)
Tuesday May 29th: vs OLM 1, 6pm at Giese Park. Please be there by 5:15pm.
It is imperative that all players call if they cannot make a game or practice.
Coach Carroll
Monday, May 14, 2007
Game 5 - May 12
Despite a tough 6-5 loss to Cure of Ars, the Cardinals (yes, that is our official team name) mounted a comeback in the bottom of the 7th capped by a 2 run, 2 out double by John DiSanto to score James Carroll and Elijah Rustin and put the tying run on 2nd. A nice play by their first baseman prevented a run tying single by Chris Morgan. Good defense and good pitching all around.
Coach Carroll Player of the Day goes to James Carroll, who continued his hot hitting with a 2-3 performance (plus a walk) and made his debut on the mound. James is now hitting a lofty .600.
Next practice - MANDATORY
Tuesday May 15, Giese Park - 5:30.
Next Game
Wednesday May 16 vs St Thomas, Giese Park 6pm. Please be there by 5:30. We are running very tight (3 players have Middle School commitments, so please be there or call if there is a problem).
Sunday's game on May 20th is cancelled. We are tentative for a Game on Monday May 21st. Stay tuned for additional updates.
Coach Carroll
Coach Carroll Player of the Day goes to James Carroll, who continued his hot hitting with a 2-3 performance (plus a walk) and made his debut on the mound. James is now hitting a lofty .600.
Next practice - MANDATORY
Tuesday May 15, Giese Park - 5:30.
Next Game
Wednesday May 16 vs St Thomas, Giese Park 6pm. Please be there by 5:30. We are running very tight (3 players have Middle School commitments, so please be there or call if there is a problem).
Sunday's game on May 20th is cancelled. We are tentative for a Game on Monday May 21st. Stay tuned for additional updates.
Coach Carroll
Tuesday, May 8, 2007
Games 3 & 4 (May 5th & 6th)
Despite two losses over the weekend, the boys had lots of positives to take from the games.
In Saturday's 5-1 loss to St. Patrick's, the boys found themselves with runners on 1st and 3rd, no one out in the bottom of the first inning. With the runner moving on the pitch, the batter hit a scorching line drive down the 3rd base line. Justin Lambott snared the line drive for out #1, threw to first baseman James Carroll to catch the runner for out #2 and James threw a perfect strike to catcher Christian Funfgeld who blocked the plate and applied the tag for out #3 - a TRIPLE PLAY!
Good pitching again by Chris Morgan, Suhail Zalia and Christian Funfgeld, making his 2007 debut.
The Coach Carroll "Player of the Game" goes to Justin, James and Christian for turning the triple play.
In Sunday's 17-1 loss to St Dom's, the boys were down quick, giving up 7 in the 1st and 8 in the 2nd. Elijah Rustin came on in the 3rd, making his 2007 pitching debut and was lights out for 2 innings striking out 7 batters (2 reached on a dropped 3rd strike). Good offensive performances from Elijah (who stole home), Joe Morrisey (2-2 with a double) and James Carroll (2-2 and hitting .571 on the year).
The Coach Carroll "Player of the Game" goes to Elijah Rustin, who pitched beautifully for 2 innings and scored the game's only run.
Next Practice:
Tuesday May 8th, 5:30 at Giese Park.
Next Game:
Saturday May 12, 11:30 at Eisenhower Field "C" (same as last week).
Enjoy the week, stretch out and stay loose!
Coach Carroll
In Saturday's 5-1 loss to St. Patrick's, the boys found themselves with runners on 1st and 3rd, no one out in the bottom of the first inning. With the runner moving on the pitch, the batter hit a scorching line drive down the 3rd base line. Justin Lambott snared the line drive for out #1, threw to first baseman James Carroll to catch the runner for out #2 and James threw a perfect strike to catcher Christian Funfgeld who blocked the plate and applied the tag for out #3 - a TRIPLE PLAY!
Good pitching again by Chris Morgan, Suhail Zalia and Christian Funfgeld, making his 2007 debut.
The Coach Carroll "Player of the Game" goes to Justin, James and Christian for turning the triple play.
In Sunday's 17-1 loss to St Dom's, the boys were down quick, giving up 7 in the 1st and 8 in the 2nd. Elijah Rustin came on in the 3rd, making his 2007 pitching debut and was lights out for 2 innings striking out 7 batters (2 reached on a dropped 3rd strike). Good offensive performances from Elijah (who stole home), Joe Morrisey (2-2 with a double) and James Carroll (2-2 and hitting .571 on the year).
The Coach Carroll "Player of the Game" goes to Elijah Rustin, who pitched beautifully for 2 innings and scored the game's only run.
Next Practice:
Tuesday May 8th, 5:30 at Giese Park.
Next Game:
Saturday May 12, 11:30 at Eisenhower Field "C" (same as last week).
Enjoy the week, stretch out and stay loose!
Coach Carroll
Sunday, April 29, 2007
Opening Day - and a "double" loss!
Opening Day finally arrived on April 28th, but before the first pitch, we received the disappointing news that starting catcher Mike Tarone would start the season on the DL, having suffered a break in his hand. We all wish Mike a speedy recovery!
Despite the rain the previous day, Giese Park was in excellent shape and the game started on time. Chris Morgan threw the first pitch of the season and provided 3 strong innings, giving up only two runs. John DiSanto followed with another three strong innings, giving up one run on a controversial call, and Suhail Zalia closed out the game.
Unfortunately, the OLM pitching was tough this day, as the St Ignatius team could only plate 1 run. A good offensive performance by first baseman James Carroll (1 hit), shortstop Elijah Rustin (2-4, 4 stolen bases and a run scored) and John DiSanto, who contributed a booming double to dead centerfield.
The Coach Carroll "Player of The Game" goes to Christian Funfgeld, who made his catching debut (a baptism by fire), putting in seven tough innings behind the plate and improving with each passing inning. We expect some great defence form Christian this year!
As a reminder, the game scheduled for Sunday April 29th has been cancelled (we earned a forfeit win).
Next game...
5/5 Saturday, 12:00pm vs. St. Patrick @ Eisenhower Park C (players should be at the park by 11:15am)
Eisenhower Park, just south of the Aquatic Center, which can be accessed thru the South Parking lot for the Aquatic Center, (not the main Aquatic Center Parking Lot), right off of Merrick Avenue. Saftey Town should be just north of the lot you will park in.
Next Practice
Tuesday, May 1 at 5;00pm at Giese Park.
Remember, when they start the game, they don't yell, "Work ball." They say, "Play ball."
Coach Carroll
Despite the rain the previous day, Giese Park was in excellent shape and the game started on time. Chris Morgan threw the first pitch of the season and provided 3 strong innings, giving up only two runs. John DiSanto followed with another three strong innings, giving up one run on a controversial call, and Suhail Zalia closed out the game.
Unfortunately, the OLM pitching was tough this day, as the St Ignatius team could only plate 1 run. A good offensive performance by first baseman James Carroll (1 hit), shortstop Elijah Rustin (2-4, 4 stolen bases and a run scored) and John DiSanto, who contributed a booming double to dead centerfield.
The Coach Carroll "Player of The Game" goes to Christian Funfgeld, who made his catching debut (a baptism by fire), putting in seven tough innings behind the plate and improving with each passing inning. We expect some great defence form Christian this year!
As a reminder, the game scheduled for Sunday April 29th has been cancelled (we earned a forfeit win).
Next game...
5/5 Saturday, 12:00pm vs. St. Patrick @ Eisenhower Park C (players should be at the park by 11:15am)
Eisenhower Park, just south of the Aquatic Center, which can be accessed thru the South Parking lot for the Aquatic Center, (not the main Aquatic Center Parking Lot), right off of Merrick Avenue. Saftey Town should be just north of the lot you will park in.
Next Practice
Tuesday, May 1 at 5;00pm at Giese Park.
Remember, when they start the game, they don't yell, "Work ball." They say, "Play ball."
Coach Carroll
Friday, April 27, 2007
Important Updates
Saturday's Game (April 28th) is still on. I will post a cancellation by 8am if necessary. After that, I will make some phone calls.
Sunday's Game (April 29th) has been cancelled and we are taking a forfeit win (so we are now 1-0) .
Sunday May 20th has been postponed due to some confirmations on our team. I will follow up when I get the new date.
Start doing a dry weather dance.
Coach Carroll
Sunday's Game (April 29th) has been cancelled and we are taking a forfeit win (so we are now 1-0) .
Sunday May 20th has been postponed due to some confirmations on our team. I will follow up when I get the new date.
Start doing a dry weather dance.
Coach Carroll
Tuesday, April 24, 2007
Opening Day 2007
We will finally open the season this Saturday (April 28th) against Our Lady of Mercy - 2. The game is scheduled for a 9am start at Giese Park. All players must be at the field by 8:30am.
We are also playing Sunday, April 29th at Baldwin Park "Green" against St Edwards. Players should be at the field by 11:30am.
Complete uniforms were handed out at practice (4/24). If you were not at practice, please make arrangements to pick up your uniforms for Saturday's game.
Keep loose and be ready for lots of baseball this weekend. If you cannot make one or both of the games, please contact me ASAP.
Coach Carroll
We are also playing Sunday, April 29th at Baldwin Park "Green" against St Edwards. Players should be at the field by 11:30am.
Complete uniforms were handed out at practice (4/24). If you were not at practice, please make arrangements to pick up your uniforms for Saturday's game.
Keep loose and be ready for lots of baseball this weekend. If you cannot make one or both of the games, please contact me ASAP.
Coach Carroll
Sunday, April 22, 2007
Practice - 4/21/07
Nice practice on Saturday morning as we had our first "beautiful" spring morning. The boys worked on situational fielding and base running.
Next practice is set for Tuesday April 24th, 5pm at Giese. This is important as we prepare for our first game on Saturday April 28th, 9am at Giese Park against Our Lady of Mercy - 2 (Jim Loeffler's team).
I hope to have the uniforms by Tuesday.
Coach Carroll
Next practice is set for Tuesday April 24th, 5pm at Giese. This is important as we prepare for our first game on Saturday April 28th, 9am at Giese Park against Our Lady of Mercy - 2 (Jim Loeffler's team).
I hope to have the uniforms by Tuesday.
Coach Carroll
Tuesday, April 17, 2007
Practice Cancelled
Wednesday's practice has been cancelled, due to the recent storm and continued rain into Wednesday afternoon.
Next practice is Saturday April 21st, 9am at Giese Park.
Stay Dry
Coach Carroll
Next practice is Saturday April 21st, 9am at Giese Park.
Stay Dry
Coach Carroll
Saturday, April 14, 2007
Practice - 4/14/07
A bit of a disappointing turnout, as 5 players did not show for practice. With opening day only 2 weeks away, we will need a better showing in order to be ready. Unexcused absences from practice may reduce playing time.
For those who were there, we had a very good 3 hour session of live BP and fielding.
Next practice is Wednesday 4/18, 5pm at Giese Park. We will likely scrimmage the U14 team again.
Coach Carroll
For those who were there, we had a very good 3 hour session of live BP and fielding.
Next practice is Wednesday 4/18, 5pm at Giese Park. We will likely scrimmage the U14 team again.
Coach Carroll
Thursday, April 12, 2007
Spring Training #4
Good practice last night at Giese, has we held a joint scrimmage with the South Shore Indians as well as Coach Fiore's U14 team. The scrimmage gave the boys an opportunity to see some live pitching, and gave Coach Russo and I a chance to see some of our pitchers in a live situation. We were very impressed.
There were 4 unexcused absences. As coaches, we expect all players to attend all practices and games, unless we are previously notified.
Our next practice is scheduled for Saturday April 14th, 9am at Giese park and should run until about 11:30.
Try to stay dry!
Coach Carroll
There were 4 unexcused absences. As coaches, we expect all players to attend all practices and games, unless we are previously notified.
Our next practice is scheduled for Saturday April 14th, 9am at Giese park and should run until about 11:30.
Try to stay dry!
Coach Carroll
Saturday, April 7, 2007
Spring Training - OUTDOORS!
We had our third practice and first one outdoors. Despite the cold, most of the players were in attendance (the others were away for the Easter break).
Working outdoors gave us a chance to work against live pitching as well as some infield/outfield drills. The 2 hour practice went about 2:45.
Next practice is Wednesday April 11th, 5pm at Giese Park. We will also plan a 9am practice for Saturday the 14th, also at Giese.
Our first game is set for Tuesday April 24th, 6:00pm at Giese Park against St Thomas (you can check www.cyons.org for the rest of the schedule, as well as the St Ignatius calendar through April).
Make sure to stretch every day and work your core strength (mid chest to mid thighs).
Happy Easter
Coach Carroll
Working outdoors gave us a chance to work against live pitching as well as some infield/outfield drills. The 2 hour practice went about 2:45.
Next practice is Wednesday April 11th, 5pm at Giese Park. We will also plan a 9am practice for Saturday the 14th, also at Giese.
Our first game is set for Tuesday April 24th, 6:00pm at Giese Park against St Thomas (you can check www.cyons.org for the rest of the schedule, as well as the St Ignatius calendar through April).
Make sure to stretch every day and work your core strength (mid chest to mid thighs).
Happy Easter
Coach Carroll
Friday, April 6, 2007
Spring Training 2007
Welcome back to the 2007 Season!
We have now had two indoor practices and the boys have really started shaking off the rust. Returning veterans James Carroll, Mike Tarone and Christian Funfgeld form the nucleus of what should be a very competitive team this year. Pitchers Joe Morrisey and John DiSanto will form the front end of an experienced rotation and the much improved hitting of Marc Shepard, Justin Lambott and Kevin White will strengthen our offense.
The additions of hitting coach Ed Russo and fielding coach Steve Carroll have already paid dividends as they helped the boys shake off some bad off season habits and improved on their mechanics.
Next practice is scheduled for Saturday April 7th at 10am - Giese Park. Our first game is scheduled for Tuesday April 24th, 6pm at Giese Park against St. Thomas.
On behalf of St Ignatius CYO, I'd like to wish you all a very Happy and Blessed Easter.
We have now had two indoor practices and the boys have really started shaking off the rust. Returning veterans James Carroll, Mike Tarone and Christian Funfgeld form the nucleus of what should be a very competitive team this year. Pitchers Joe Morrisey and John DiSanto will form the front end of an experienced rotation and the much improved hitting of Marc Shepard, Justin Lambott and Kevin White will strengthen our offense.
The additions of hitting coach Ed Russo and fielding coach Steve Carroll have already paid dividends as they helped the boys shake off some bad off season habits and improved on their mechanics.
Next practice is scheduled for Saturday April 7th at 10am - Giese Park. Our first game is scheduled for Tuesday April 24th, 6pm at Giese Park against St. Thomas.
On behalf of St Ignatius CYO, I'd like to wish you all a very Happy and Blessed Easter.
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