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 1, 2010 (not March 15th). 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).

World Series Wrap-Up
The Winchester Star has published a slide show and video from the World Series' Opening Night ceremonies as well as game action photos. Congratulations to West Lewis County, Washington, the 2009 Cal Ripken 12-Year Old World Series champion.

Winchester 9s Win Gold at Bay State Trophy Weekend

Winchester's 9-year old entry in the Bay State C Division earned gold during Trophy Weekend play at Stoneham by defeating Pentucket 11-1. The young Sachems finished their summer season with an 8-6 record in Bay State play and an 11-8 record overall.

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.