Games 3 & 4 April 29

The Indians' bats continued to produce, but swirling, winds, a blinding sun and a few controversial calls were too much to overcome, as the Indians tied Port Washington 7-7 and then lost 10-11.

It was good to see Mike Tarone come down, despite being on the DL with a break in his hand. We wish Mike a speedy recovery. Also missing was Chris Morgan, who attended services for his friends who lost their lives in a car accident over the weekend. Out thoughts and prayers go out to Chris and his friends' families.

Game 1 produced some timely hitting, as Elijah Rustin went 3-4 with a run scored and 1 stolen base. John DiSanto was also 3-4 with 1 stolen base and 2 runs scored and James Carroll knocked in 2 runs with a single in the 6th. Down by 2 in the bottom of the 7th, Zach Egan led off with a double and scored on Elijah's double. John DiSanto followed with a run scoring single to tie the game.
In game two, Elijah continued his hot hitting, going 4-4 with a Home Run and 4 runs scored and Emil Pape contributed 3 hits and 3 runs scored.

The Coach Carroll "Player of the Day" goes to James DiMartino, who had 4 hits but more importantly was lights out behind the plate in game 1. After being called safe on 2 wild pitch/passed balls (both of which were controversial), our opponents didn't even attempt another steal. We could very well be looking at potentially the best catcher in the league.

The most important part of the day was that the Indians came together as a team and played with class and dignity. Be proud of yourselves!

Next Practice...
Tuesday May 1, 5:00pm at Giese Park.

Next Game...
Sunday May 6, 9am at ST Paul's vs Garden City. Please be there no later than 8:15am.
SAINT PAUL, GARDEN CITY: Meadowbrook Parkway to Exit 31A Old Country Rd. Exit (west). Take the Old Country Rd. West Exit to M1W toward Mineola. Turn right onto Old Country Rd. Turn left onto Clinton Rd. Turn right onto Stewart Ave. Turn left onto Franklin Ave. Turn right onto 7th St. Turn right onto Cathedral Ave. Stay straight to go onto Stewart Ave. St. Paul's is at 295 Stewart Ave.

Stay loose and we'll see you all on Tuesday.

Coach Carroll