Mastering Softball Basics Clinic
Beginning on March 27th, Winchester High School varsity coach Steve Swymer, his staff, and players will be running a three-day softball clinic for players in grades 3 through 8. Players will receive instruction and reinforce their skills through a number of softball drills and stations. Players will be grouped by age and skill level. The clinic will take place at the Winchester High School gym on March 27, April 3, and April 10 from 3:45 to 6 p.m. The total cost for the clinic is $75. Visit www.eteamz.com/FriendsofWHSsoftball for more information and to download registration forms, register and pay online.

Spring 2010 Softball Program Update
Registration for the 2010 spring softball season is underway. SYBS has made a number of changes to the softball program that will enhance the experience for players and families. The in-town program includes a Saturday clinic at Nutile Field (2 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.) for players in grades K-2, a Junior program for grades 3-5 (teams assigned by elementary school), and a Senior program for grades 6-8. Please sign up your player(s) for the in-town program by March 15, 2010.

In addition, SYBS softball is pleased to announce the introduction of a Middle School team this spring. The Middle School team will compete against other towns in the area and will be comprised of players selected during an evaluation process this spring (dates TBD). The deadline for the Middle School sign up is March 15, 2010. All prospective Middle School players must also participate in the in-town program.

Finally, SYBS Vice President Nancy Pitts announced that the softball commissioners for 2010 are: Susan Wiseman and Danielle Ladd (Clinic), Mikie Ulwick (Junior), and Bernie Schipelliti (Senior).

Middle School Baseball Arrives
Coach Dave Errico hosted an informational meeting for players interested in the Middle School Baseball Team on March 3rd. The meeting was well attended by players who are excited to take part and compete along with middle school classmates and friends.

Any player who was unable to attend should contact Michael Creane (michaelcreane@verizon.net) by March 10 in order to be considered for a roster spot on this team. Additional details about McCall Baseball are available here.

2009 Spring League Champions Saluted

Congratulations to the 2009 SYBS spring championship teams.

In AA play, The Fours Restaurant Cardinals defeated the Cydney Ambrose Photography Dodgers 9-2 to win the title with a complete game pitching performance by Mario DiBenedetto. (Full story)

On the AAA front, Nathan Yee hurled a 5-0 shutout to lead the A. Scolaro and Sons Athletics to victory over the The Greek Grille Braves in a well-played final. (Full story)

In the Majors championship game, Brendan Greene’s grand slam HR in the top of the 6th completed a stirring 6-3 come-from-behind victory by the Pro-Care, Inc. Diamondbacks over the Custom Group Athletics.

Finally, in Babe Ruth play, Winchester’s Saltmarsh Insurance Cardinals brought home the winner’s trophy with an 8-7 win over the Bedford Tigers in extra innings.