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Commack HS Directions
Reminder: Game starts at 5:00 p.m. on Friday at Commack HS. We will leave Exit 61 by 3:30 p.m. Here are the directions:
Commack HS LIE to exit 52N, (Commack Rd). Take Commack Rd north
for about 3 miles, pass over Jericho Tpke. Commack Rd becomes
Old Town Rd. Go about 1/4 mile to Scholar Lane and make a
right turn. School is on corner
Stingers Beat Northport
After a tough RYO Tournament, the LI Stingers responded in a loud way, beating Northport 16 -4 in five innings. While I will report more tomorrow, for now all I can say is that the bats are hot!! And Mike Flynn....A home run over a 25 foot high fence about 315 feet away. Estimated travel: 350 Feet. Expression on Mom and Dad....priceless!!
We will play a 5:00 p.m. game on Friday vs. LI Ducks!!!!
July 8, 2009 - 03:30 PM
Coach Mike of the Ducks called me earlier today to ask that we play the originally scheduled game against his LI Ducks. So, we will meet at 3:30 at Exit 61 (If you desire) and travel to Commack HS for a 5:00 p.m. game.
Download the Dan Duquette Tourn. Info
July 7, 2009 - 08:05 PM
Go to handouts on the left to download all the Dan Duquette Tournament info!!
Our Week Ahead!!
Tues: Practice at 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. at Sequoya MS
Weds.: Game at Walsh Ave. Park in Northport. We will meet at Exit 61 by 4:30 p.m. and caravan. This is about a 30 minute drive.
Directions to Walsh Park
LIE to Exit 53 North to Pulaski Road West. Travel a few miles to Pulaski and Larkfield. Turn right. The field is on your right behind the library. (See Directions to Harborfields HS. This field is before Harborfields.)
Fri: We will meet at Diamonds in the Pines at 4:14 p.m. for a 5:00 p.m. scrimmage!! Wear uniforms. There will be umps!!
Sat: Right now, no practice.
Sun: We will meet at my house ( if you want) by 7:15ish a.m. for a 45 minute drive to East Meadow Fields on Merrick Ave. in Uniondale.
Directions for all three games will be posted in the next couple of days.
Finally, please clear your calendar for a Pre-Tournament meal at the California Diner on Thursday, July 16 at 5:00 p.m. More details on this will follow.
RYO Results
Despite giving a very strong effort, the LI Stingers lost all four games this weekend in the RYO Tournament. The Stingers were beaten 8 - 3 to the Whitestone Royals, 7 - 0 to the LI Bandits, 9 - 8 to the North Shore Vikings and 10 - 1 to the Ct. Blue Jays. Despite the look of the scores, the Stingers really did hold their own for the most part and had a good chance to win two of the four games. Offensively for the four games, Pete Kersich went 7 - 13, Nick Cioffi went 5 - 9, Nick Neri went 4 - 11, Shane Paparelli went 4 - 13, Anthony Telesca went 4 - 10, Matt Kersich went 3 - 8 with one walk and one HBP, Mike Flynn went 2 - 6, John Flynn had two hits, Tom Williams had two hits, one walk and one HBP, Chris Kennedy went 3 - 5, and Tom Trifaro had two hits. Defensively, Chris Linkletter played outstanding at short and threw out at least one person trying to steal second, Mike Flynn threw out two runners trying to steal second, C.J. Hafner pitched one of his better games shutting down the number one team in three of the four innings, and again, despite the scores, the Stingers played hard and gave each team a great battle.
I want to thank all the parents for getting the players to the field early for three straight days so that we could loosen up and get in some B.P. Your enthusiasm and support for this team is just fantastic.
Stingers Beaten for first time this summer!!
The Stingers lost after winning their first four games this summer by a score of 8 - 4 to the Smithtown Bulls. Things went well for the Stingers early on and they were up 3-0 after 4 innings. However, they left 10 men on base in those first four innings. In the bottom of the fourth, errors, infield hits and just a simple team meltdown led to 5 runs and the Bulls never looked back. They won 8 - 4.
There were a few positives in this game. Anthony Telesca struck out all three batters in the sixth, Pete and Matt Kersich each had three walks, C.J. Hafner had two rbi's and scored a run, Chris Linkletter got his first Stinger hit, Tommy Williams, John Flynn, Nick Cioffi, Shane Paparelli and Pete each had one hit.
The next game, we hope, is a double against first-place South Shore Rebels on Sunday at Lindenhurst MS on Wellwood Ave.
Dan Duquette Tournament
July 17 - 19 Sports Academy Summer Blast 15 & Under Tournament - SOLD OUT
Open to AAU, Babe Ruth and other Travel Teams Age 15 & Under.
Games played at the Sports Academy & Historic Wahconah Park.
Four Game Minimum, Friday – Sunday, Limited to 12 Teams.
15U Participating Teams: Bay State Bearcats, Brunswick Buckeyes, CT Chargers, CT Cougars, Dalton Warriors, Levittown Cardinals, Long Island Mets, Long Island Stingers, Long Island White Sox, Milford Babe Ruth, Montreal Yankees, and Nokona USA Baseball
Stingers Sweep for Second Straight Week!!
For the second consecutive week, the L.I. Stingers swept a double against the L.I. Wardogs to go 4-0 for the summer. Once again, strong pitching performances combined with a hitting barrage helped the Stingers cruise to victory. Peter Kersich, Nick Cioffi, C.J. Hafner and Kevin Hernandez combined to allow just two runs on fours hits with four walks in ten innings of work. The four also stuck out fifteen batters of the thirty outs recorded. Offensively, the feats are endless. Nick Cioffi went 1-2 with two walks and two runs, John Flynn went 3-4 with 4 runs, 5 rbi’s and 2 HBP’s, Mike Flynn went 3-6 with 3 walks, 4 runs and 3 rbi’s, C.J. Hafner went 5-6 with 2 walks, 5 runs and 4 rbi’s, Kevin Hernandez went 4-6 with two doubles, 1 walk, 3 runs and 3 rbi’s, Chris Linkletter had two walks in his Stinger debut, Matt Kersich went 3-6 with 1 walk, 4 runs and 3 rbi’s, Pete Kersich went 1-4 with 3 walks, and 4 runs, Nick Neri went 2-5 with 2 walks, 3 runs, 2 rbi’s, and two fantastic catches in right field, Shane Paparelli went 3-5, (all doubles), with one walk, 5 runs and 6 rbi’s, Anthony Telesca went 2-6, with one walk, 2 runs and 4 rbi’s and finally, Tom Williams went 3-5 with two runs and two rbi’s.
It was a big day for the Stingers, but the season is young. Up next will be a double at Sylvia Packard JHS in North Massapequa against Plainedge on June 21 at 9:00 a.m. Keep it up, boys!!
Stingers Welcome a new player!!
June 12, 2009 - 08:25 PM
I would like to take this opportunity to welcome Chris Linkletter to the Stinger team. As you all have been aware, I have been searching for another player since we lost Brian Castles for the season. Chris comes aboard with great credentials...He was the starting catcher for Mt. Sinai J.V. this year. He also plays second and shortstop, has outstanding speed, and a good bat. He played with Pete, C.J. and Brian for the last few years and is a great fit for our team. You will all get to meet him at practice tomorrow from 3:30 - 6:00 at Sequoya.
Stingers over Plainedge by Forfeit?? Commish's Ruling....
June 11, 2009 - 09:40 PM
Pete- below is a copy of the email I sent to Mike Parise. Please contact me, if necessary, with any questions or comments.
Frank Sullivan
I received this email from Frank Sullivan, the Comissioner of NJBL
Mike- I have received a report from the chief umpire regarding this incident. He has also forwarded me the umpire's report.
Both umpires agreed the field was not playable. Sufficient notification should have been given to the umpires and opposing team that the field was not playable, or, the home team should have had persons working on the field well in advance of game time. In this situation the opposing team traveled from Holbrook and did not have the opportunity to play. They also felt the Stinger's manager was not rude and his demeanor was not poor.
As a result, my ruling is: Plainedge owes the umpires $30 each for a travel fee. That $60 fee must be mailed to me at 4 White Spruce Lane Hauppauge NY 11788. I must have that fee by Monday, June 15. Additionally, this game must be rescheduled and played at the home field of the Stingers before the end of the season. If the game is not played, it will be scored as a forfeit for the Stingers.
I understand you are extremely busy this time of year but more thought should have been given to whether to play this game or not. Please contact me if you have any questions.
Frank Sullivan
Commissioner
Stingers Sweep Opening Day!!
June 7, 2009 - 05:30 PM
The L.I. Stingers started off their summer season in grand fashion, by sweeping a doubleheader from the Northport Lightning by scores of 5-2 and 6-3. This was truly a team effort and all players had a hand in the sweep. Our pitching was outstanding and with timely hitting at times, we were able to take the two games.
In Game One, Pete Kersich pitched five solid innings allowing only one earned run, two hits and two walks with six strikeouts. John Flynn pitched two scoreless innings for the save. He allowed just one walk and one hit. Offensively, C.J. Hafner hit a monster home run over the centerfielder that just kept rolling. C.J. also had two rbi’s and a walk. Matt Kersich walked three times and stole home on our chaos play that Kevin Hernandez worked to perfection. Shane Paparelli hit a long triple, scored twice and also walked. Billy Schulz threw out a runner in the seventh, and Mike Flynn collected two rbi’s.
In Game Two, C.J. Hafner pitched into the fifth inning allowing just one earned run. C.J. left the game with the bases loaded and two out. Kevin Hernandez came in to get the final out on a 3-2 pitch, then had to work just as hard in the sixth when Northport had second and third with two outs. Kevin got the batter to ground out and end the threat. Anthony Telesca pitched the seventh and struck out three batters to earn the save!! Billy Schulz caught the entire game and again gunned down a runner at second. Offensively, clutch hits came from Anthony Telesca and Nick Cioffi. With two outs in the third and the score tied, Anthony delivered a single to drive in two runs. In the sixth inning with two outs and runners on second and third, Nick Cioffi crushed a 1-2 pitch for a double to knock in two runs. Kevin Hernandez had a double and scored a run, John Flynn went 2-3 with an rbi, Matt Kersich went 1-2 with a walk, Shane scored two runs with two walks and battled all game being under the weather, Pete Kersich went 2-3, and although they were both caught, Tom Williams crushed two balls to the outfield. Finally , thanks to Mike Flynn for playing third base and doing a fine job there.
The two wins were a solid team effort. The Stingers play Plainedge this Wednesday at Plainedge and play their next double on Sunday at Diamonds on the Pines vs. the L.I. Wardogs. Good job to all.!!
Thank You Artie Hughes!!!
June 3, 2009 - 09:17 PM
Thanks to Coach Artie Hughes from the LI Mets, we were given his field for June 14. We are playing at Diamonds in the Pines. Directions are posted and the schedule reflects the change. Note the time change: We need all boys there by 11:15 a.m. for a 12:15 start. We have the field until 4:30 p.m. so we really have to get everyone on and off the field. At least we will be playing that day!!
Letter to All Parents
June 3, 2009 - 08:25 PM
Hi All,
I just wanted to update you on our current schedule. As it stands right now, I am having a very difficult time with the next two Sundays and fields. The Northport coach is waiting to see if he can get fields and has not returned my emails and phone calls. The LI Wardogs do not have a field at all and I am trying very hard to find a field for June 14. I did get a Wm. Floyd field for our June 24 game. I hate having to keep my parents on hold and am very frustrated at present with other coaches dragging their feet. Also, I sent a potential list of dates to the LI Duck coach as we need to make up four games with them. Please be patient with me. I will keep you posted.
Also, I apologize for the late cancelation today but I did ask weeks ago what would be the best way to reach you. A Calling Post call went out before 5 p.m. today. It was raining and the forecast was not good. That is why there was no practice today. I will keep you posted with the games... Thanks... Pete
Stingers split again!!
The Stingers split their two games for the second time in two days. They beat the Merrick Blue Demons, in dramatic fashion, 11 - 10, and then lost to the L.I. Hawks 8 - 7, again in dramatic fashion.
In the first game, the two hour time limit was about to expire, but the umpires knew that we were there to play ball and allowed the seventh inning to take place. The Stingers were down 8 - 5. They proceeded to load the bases and had two outs, when Tommy Williams stepped to the plate. And, with one swing of the bat……. Tom had hit a Grand Slam Home Run to give the Stingers the lead 9 - 8. The Stingers added two more runs and held on in the bottom of the seventh to win 11 - 10. C.J. Hafner and Chris Kennedy pitched and despite the score, did very well. Offensively, Chris went 3 - 5 with 2 doubles, a home run, and 3 rbi’s, Matt Kersich went 1 - 2 with two walks and 3 runs scored, Pete Kersich hit his first home run as a Stinger, had two walks and scored two runs, Anthony Telesca went 1 - 2 with two walks, a Sac. Fly, and 3 RBI’s, and Nick Neri was on base both times up and he scored a run. Shane Paparelli had a double and made a game-saving play in the seventh to preserve the win. Nick Cioffi continued his excellent play in centerfield, and finally, Tommy Trifaro made his shortstop debut, and was part of a 6 - 4 -3 double play in the sixth.
In the second game, a complete role reversal took place. The Stingers were in control for most of the game and entered the seventh inning winning 7 - 3. In an ironic twist, a player from the L.I. Hawks came up with two outs and the bases loaded. And….. He hit a Grand Slam to put his team ahead 8 - 7. The Stingers failed to score in the bottom of the inning with the tying run at second. Again, both Anthony Telesca and John Flynn pitched well. Offensively, the Stingers managed only seven hits, but also had seven walks. Billy Schulz went 1-2 with one of those walks. He also scored three times. Pete Kersich and John Flynn had three plate appearances each….all walks!! Chris Kennedy stayed hot going 2 -3 with a double, an RBI, and two runs; Tommy Williams continued to perform going 1-2, with a sac. bunt and 3 rbi’s, and Mike Flynn went 2 - 3 with a double and 2 rbi’s.
The Stingers want to thank the Trifaro family and the Kennedy family for providing us your sons. They were a great help to our team and fit in perfectly with the other players. To all Stinger players, you need to hold your heads high. You went 2 - 2 in your first-ever 15U Tournament. There were many great defensive plays, including three putouts at home, a few double plays and many diving attempts and successes in the field. Pitchers threw strikes. It was a good beginning. Now, it is time to start our season. We begin on Sunday against a different L.I. Ducks team. Let us continue to improve our game and show we are a force to be reckoned with!!
Stingers split in first two games of Memorial Day Tourn.
The 15U LI Stingers opened their 2009 season by splitting a doubleheader in the first day of the 2009 Memorial Day NJBL Tournament.
In Game 1, Pete Kersich and Tom Trifaro held the LI Ducks to just two runs and the Stingers broke open a 3 - 2 game scoring 10 runs in the top of the sixth to win by a convincing 13 - 2 score. The Stingers sent 14 boys to the plate in the inning. Both Anthony Telesca ( 2 for 3 with two doubles and 3 rbi's) and Tom Trifaro (1 for 3 with 1 rbi) scored two runs each, 8 separate boys scored in the inning and John Flynn added a double. The boys threw out two runners at home, including a perfect throw from CJ Hafner as a runner tried to tag and score from third. Shane Paparelli also had a good first game at shortstop and went 2 - 3 with three runs. Tom Williams, Nick Cioffi, Pete Kersich and Nick Cioffi all had hits, Matt Kersich collected two walks, Kevin Hernandez returned after several months on the DL, and the boys looked solid all around.
In Game 2, the Stingers fell behind 8 - 1 after three innings and could not recover. The boys lost 11 - 2. On the bright side, despite the score, Mike Flynn, Kevin Hernandez and Nick Cioffi pitched well. The team made some key errors and calls just did not go our way. Also, Tom Trifaro went 2 - 3 with 3 runs, CJ Hafner went 2 - 2, John Flynn went 1 - 1 and Pete Kersich went 1 - 3. One other note: No Stinger walked in game 2 as the Storm Academy pitcher went the distance and was very effective.
After Day 1, the Stingers are in 8th out of 15 teams. Let's go out tomorrow with two strong performances, boys!!
Winters Brothers makes 23 Sponsors
May 7, 2009 - 07:46 PM
1. Eastern Suffolk Pulmonology: Dr. Rajesh Patel is not only a General
Practioner, but he specializes in Pulmonology.
2. California Diner: Located on Sunrise Hwy. in Patchogue, across from
PC Richards. Very big supporter!!
3. J.M. Haley, Corp.: Second-year supporter... General Contractor.
4. Majestic Gardens: Catering Hall in Rocky Point that will do it up
real nice for you for as little as 50 people.
5. Cotten Coverage: Insurance for Life, Auto and Home...Also does taxes
6. Infiniti Performance: Great place to get your child in shape for
baseball, softball and more...
7. Awards and Gifts: Creator of our banner and plaques. Great place
for unique gifts, trophies, etc.
8. Sound Appraisal Services: Use them if you are going to refinance.
9. East End Screen Printing: Bruce has taken great care of us with our
hats and shirts for the last two years. And, he is supplying the
boys with pull-overs this year at a great price!!
10. Tip Top Shape, Inc.: Need a personal trainer?? Trish Castles will
get you going.
11. Techno Acoustics Holdings, LLC: A continuous supporter for us!!
12. Gappsi Landscape, Design and Building: A new sponsor. Comes highly
recommended for patios, driveways and landscape design.
13. Filthy Frogzz: Another new sponsor. A pub in Lake Ronkonkoma.
14. MTA Auto Service: Ask for Rich. Former Sachem Board member.
Family business for 45 years. Great repair guy!!
15. Advent Computers: Ask for Jason if you need your computer fixed or
upgraded. He is very reasonable and a genuinely nice guy!!
16. S.C. Mann DDS: Family Dentist. Two-year supporter!!
17. 10th-Inning Pub in Holbrook: Hang-out spot for some of the Stinger
parents.
18. Clean World Cleaners in Holbrook: Great job on your clothes.
Located in the Outback shopping center.
19. Colarossi and Williams: This company is a certified financial
planner. In this time.. Give them a call!! They will steer you
right!!
20. Costco of Holbrook: Thank you Kim!!
21. Everyday Pools of Holbrook: This is the place to go for all your pool questions, chemicals and products. Ask for Jenn or Frank.
22. Modells Sporting Goods...We will be directly tied to the Sayville store. Details will follow.
23. Winters Brothers: See Al Neri for any roll-off. He'll give you a great rate.
Stinger Apparel for Sale
All Stinger items ordered a few weeks ago are complete and will be given out the next time I see you. Also, because of a few glitches, I have extra items for sale to anyone who wants it:
Sweat Pants: Sizes: 1 Men's Small, 2 Men's Medium, and 2 Men's X-Large Cost: $20.00
T-Shirts: Sizes: 1 Youth Medium, 2 Youth X-Large and 1 Men's Medium.. Cost: $10.00
Sweatshirts: 2 Men's X-Large... Cost: $25.00
Feel free to email me at pjjk522@aol.com if you are interested in any of these items.
Also, we were given a discount on all the orders, so there is some extra money. I will use it to provide cases of bottled water at our summer games for the boys.
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