Click on the link to view the obituary as published in the West Bend Daily news on March 19.

Raymond Mertzig Obituaty

Boldfaced names elected as starters.

Won-loss record (pitchers) or batting average (others) listed after name

Pitchers - Steve Kargus, Butler (5-1) - Greg Riek, New Berlin (4-1) - Mike Thrun (5-0) - Greg Donovan, New Berlin (4-1) - David Mulhsimmer, Muskego (4-2)

Catchers - Mike Gappa, New Berlin (.333) - Joe Kelly, Butler (.353)

1st Basemen - Jake Luenenburg, Racine Kiwanis (.531) - Andy Liss, Muskego (.382)

2nd Basemen - Joe Kooping, Muskego (.360) - Steve Bartline, Racine Kiwanis (.364)

3rd Basemen - Joe Janke, West Allis (.324) Deano Mlachnik, New Berlin (.300) - David Gonzales, Racine Kiwanis (.302)

Shortstops - Randy Sobczyk, Butler (.415) - Mike Kenseth, New Berlin (.278) - Andy Saugstad, Franklin (.378)

Outfielders - Brandon Buelow, Franklin (.405) - Blake Pindyck, Racine Kiwanis (.484) - Danny Putnam, New Berlin (.375) - Andy Schwall, West Allis (.375) - Cole McCoy, Racine Erickson (.333)

Designated Hitter - Brian Prusinski, Muskego (.410) - Chris Teske, Butler (.353)

Utility Player - Vince DePlaris, Waukesha (.371)

Manager - Jason Koconis, Butler
Coach - Steve Dunn, Butler
Coach - Keith Best, Butler

EASTERN DIVISION
Group Semi: (S2) Muskego 2, (S3) Kenosha Merchants 1
Group Semi: (N1) New Berlin 8, (N4) Waukesha 0
Group Semi: (S4) Racine Erickson 6, (S1) Racine Kiwanis 1
Group Semi: (N2) West Allis 9, (N3) Butler 8
Group Final: New Berlin 8, West Allis 6
Group Final: Muskego 7, Racine Erickson 1
Division Final Game 1: New Berlin 3, Muskego 2
Division Final Game 2: New Berlin 7, Muskego 3

NORTHERN DIVISION
Play-In Game: (7) Plymouth 5, (8) West Bend Benders 2
1st Place Tiebreaker: Port Washington 5, Cedarburg 3
First Round: (3) Saukville 4, (6) Grafton 2
First Round: (5) Howards Grove 3, (4) Thiensville-Mequon 2
First Round: (2) Cedarburg 5, (7) Plymouth 1
Semifinal: Cedarburg 4, Saukville 1
Semifinal: Port Washington 9, Howards Grove 7
Tournament Final: Cedarburg 20, Port Washington 7, 8 innings
Division Final: Cedarburg 8, Port Washington 7, 11 innings

SOUTHWESTERN DIVISION
First Round: (3) Waterford 3, (6) Dousman 2
First Round: (4) East Troy 9, (5) Sullivan 4
Semifinal: Waterford 6, (2) Genessee 4
Semifinal: East Troy 13, (1) Genoa City 0
Final: Waterford 6, East Troy 2

WESTERN DIVISION
First Round: (6) Pewaukee 7, (3) Brookfield Bulldogs 3, 11 innings
First Round: (5) West Bend Seven Up 4, (4) Sussex 3, 10 innings
Semifinal: (1) Oconomowoc 4, Pewaukee 3, 10 innings
Semifinal: (2) Lannon 7, West Bend Seven Up 2
Tournament Final: Lannon 8, Oconomowoc 3
Division Final: Lannon 18, Oconomowoc 6, 7 innings

WESTERN DIVISION REGULAR SEASON
North Lake 6, Merton 0

Post-season awards winners are available for each of the divisions with the exception of the Eastern Division. Those will be posted as soon as they are available.

To view a division's awards winners, click on the appropriate division in the headline box in the top right corner of the home page.

SOUTHWESTERN DIVISION
East Troy 6, Ixonia 1
Waterford 17, Genesee 7

WESTERN DIVISION
Brookfield Bulldogs 17, Hartland 3, 7 innings
Monches 2, Merton 1, 10 innings
Pewaukee 10, North Lake 3
Sussex 3, Oconomowoc Five-Os 1
West Bend 7-UP 13, Brookfield Blue Sox 5

Starters are indicated with an asterisk.

Pitchers - *Joe Daniels, CE - Casey Johnson - SA, Steve Hopfensperger - CE, Nick Wycklendt - GR, Davis Yach - WBE
Catchers - *John Regnitz - CE, Jordan Clark - GR
1st Basemen - *Ross Zahour - CE
2nd Basemen - *Paul gloede - PL, Brian Bert - CE
3rd Basemen - *Gavin Locke - PW, Zach Lauterbach, CE
Shortstops - *Dustin Kesner - GR, Kyle Kichura - PW
Outfielders - *Cole Granrath - SA, *Eric Heidenreiter - PL, *Robby Proehl - CE, Paul Hanschke - CE, Kyle Melichar - PW, Nick Boehnlein - CE
Designated Hitters - *Mike DuCharme - PL, Justin Behm - PW
Utility Player - EJ Sexton - WBE, Camryn Hurtienne - HG, Josh Hein - SA
Manager - Joe Glynn - CE
Coaches - MIke Pruefer - GR, Mike Backhaus - WBE, Rick Meyer - PL

Starters are indicated with an asterisk.

Pitchers - *Eric Schmitz (PE), Adam Dominick (PE), Greg Basthemer (BRB), Sam Mulkey (MT), Brad Leachy (HA)
Catchers - *Chandler Ziemann (OC5), MIke Mierow (BRB)
1st Basemen - *Mike Mueller (WB7), Scott Booth (BRB)
2nd Basemen - *Don Matovich (MF), John Sarcia (PE)
3rd Basemen - *Billy Bynum (WB7), Taylor Meyer (MT)
Shortstops - *Nick Wichser (PE), Zach Kozlowski (LA)
Outfielders - *Kurt Sarcia (PE), *Seth Kroenke (SU), *Ryan Hinz (BRB), Nick Heiting (MF), Jimy Landwehr (MO), Kris Franzen (BRB)
Designated Hitters - *Karl Sprung (MO), Alex Erdman (MF)
Utility Players - Jeff Lemmermann (BRS), Dan O'Brien (NL)
Manager - Mike Wischer (PE)
Coaches - Craig Larsen (WB7), John McNeil (HA)

* indicates starters
Pitchers - *Dave Mihlsimmer - MU, Jake Jewell - MU, Steve Kargus - BU, Mike Thrun - WA, Cuyler Franske - WA, Ben Versnik - NB
Catchers - *Chad Hoffman - NS, David Henke - WA
1st Basemen - *Alex McRae - NB, Chris Teske - BU
2nd Basemen - *Joel Hoberg - WA, Adam SanFelippo - NS
3rd Basemen - *Bill Gorman - BU, Joel Hollow, RA
Shortstops - *Randy Sobczyk - BU, Tommy Pennington - RA
Outfielders - *Jay Dirienzo - NB, *Jason Brunelli - NB, *Ryan Welch - WA, Kevin Schoenbach - MU, Peyton Sanford - RA, Eli Roundtree - NS, Nolan Peterson - NB
Utility Playes - Bob Dillon - MU, Eric Abel - NB

* denotes starters

Pitchers - *Tyler Flood, RO - Jeff Smith, RO - Nash Bell, OCT - Scott Rivers, WAL - Matt Demari, GE - Jorda Paszek, NP - Keaton Wigdell, DO - Todd Nabor, ET - Matt Lang, ET - Rex Morrow, BU
Catchers - *Ryan Kehl, ET - Jake Paige, RO - Wade Axelson, WA - John Doubson, WAL
1st Basemen - *Chris Harmeling, WA - Aaron Benz - OCT
2nd Basemen - *Ben Tejada, NP - Ben Korman, WA
3rd Basemen - *Brad Nowicki, WA - Javier Ricon, NP
Shortstops - *Zach Hansen, WAL - Tyler Dykema, NP
Outfielders - *Tanner Weismen, OCT - *Dave Haiden, OCT - *Brent Williams, DO - Sam Lapnow, OCT - Bobby Widesky, WAL - Brian Leat, IX
Designated Hitter - *Mark Wershay, GE - Ryan Hoffman, BU
Coaches - Bart Nowicki, WA - Mark Wershay, GE - Ryan Semler, WAL

at Carl Loebe Field, Plymouth

Zach Lauterbach's two-run double in the bottom of the eighth inning put the North all-stars ahead as the North edged the Southwest 7-5. More info will be posted later.

at Monches Park, Monches
The West all-stars needed 12 innings to defeat the East all-stars 5-4.

Congratulations to the newly inducted members of the Land O' Lakes Hall of Fame Class of 2014: Chris Stadler of Thiensville-Mequon, Dave Wnuk of Lannon, Dr. John Dzurak of Brookfield Lakers, Mark Kaul of Waterford, Jon Stillman of North Prairie and Lester Mayer of Port Washington (League Meritorious award). The Ray Klink President's Award winner is Glen Nettesheim of Pewaukee

EASTERN DIVISION
First Round
(3) Racine Kiwanis 6, (6) North Shore 3
(4) Muskego 4, (5) Butler 1

Best-of-three Semifinals
(1) New Berlin 2-5-13, (4) Muskego 6-4-2 (NB wins series 2-1)
(2) West Allis Nighthawks 3-7-16, (3) Racine Kiwanis 6-3-5 (WA wins series 2-1)

Best-of-three Finals
Game 1: (1) New Berlin 6, (2) West Allis Nighthawks 4
Game 2: West Allis 1, New Berlin 0
Game 3: New Berlin 9, West Allis 0 (New Berlin wins series 2-1)

NORTHERN DIVISION
Quarterfinals
(1) Cedarburg 4, (8) West Bend Benders 1
(2) Port Washington 12, (7) Howards Grove 5
(4) Plymouth 7, (5) Thiensville-Mequon 5
(6) Grafton 3, (3) Saukville 2

Semifinals
(1) Cedarburg 9, (6) Grafton 4
(4) Plymouth 5, (2) Port Washington 3

Playoff Final
(4) Plymouth 10, (1) Cedarburg 0

Division Final
Cedarburg 6, Plymouth 3

SOUTHWESTERN DIVISION
First Round
(8) Dousman 9, (9) Ixonia 0
(10) Rome 8, (7) Waukesha 4

Quarterfinals
(1) Burlington 4, (10) Rome 0
(2) Waterford 6, (8) Dousman 5, 16 innings
(4) East Troy 16, (5) Oconomowoc Titans 13
(6) Genesee 12, (3) North Prairie 0

Semifinals
(1) Burlington 11, (6) Genesee 4
(4) East Troy 1, (2) Waterford 0

Best-of-three Finals
(1) Burlington 5-3, (4) East Troy 1-1 (Burlington wins series 2-0)

WESTERN DIVISION
First Round
(6) Lannon 9,  (3) West Bend 7UP 7
(4) Brookfield Blue Sox 12, (5) Sussex 5

Semifinals
(2) Brookfield Bulldogs 12, (4) Brookfield Blue Sox 6
(6) Lannon 6, (1) Pewaukee 4

Playoff Finals
(6) Lannon 6, (2) Brookfield Bulldogs 1

Division Final
Pewaukee 5, Lannon 3

Defending LOL grand champion Pewaukee will travel to New Berlin on Labor Day (Mon Sept 1) to face the host Lakers in the championship game of this year's LOL grand championship playoffs. Pewaukee advanced to the championship game by eliminating Cedarburg 10-4 while New Berlin eliminated Burlington 3-1.

For the championship game, since the teams will have already played once in the playoffs, the home team in the first game is the visiting team in the second.

Individual Awards
Most Valuable Player - Brock Guetzke, Pewaukee
Batting Champion (.455) - Jeff Rhoads, Oconomowoc Five-Os
Home Run Champion (6) - Chris Price, Merton
Top Pitcher (6-1) - Brock Guetzke, Pewaukee
Manager of the Year - Bruce Mayer, Lannon
Rookie of the Year - Matt Gaberino, North Lake
Commissioner's Award - Kevin Stapleton, North Lake
Lloyd Dieball Umpires Meritorious Service Award - Gary Kalkopf
George 'Doc' Kraemer Man of the Year Award - Bryan Laabs
Scorekeeping Award - Laren Mantz, West Bend

2014 Team Most Valuable Players
Brookfield Blue Sox - Steve Bartlein
Brookfield Bulldogs - Patrick O'Brien
Hartland - Chad Dibb
Lannon - Nick Erd
Menomonee Falls - Don August
Merton - Sam Mulkey
Monches - Mitch Dubnicka
North Lake - Matt Gaberino
Oconomowoc Five-Os - Jeff Rhoads
Pewaukee - Brock Guetzke
Sussex - Seth Kroenke
West Bend 7UP - Adam Rohlinger

2014 Fan Appreciation Awards
Brookfield Blue Sox - The Arnold Family
Broiokfield Bulldogs - Ben and Susan Ranchau
Hartland - Victoria Johnson
Lannon - Jeff and Lynn Kenkel
Menomonee Falls - Larry Podolske
Merton - Amber Boll
Monches - Tressa Dieball
North Lake - Alex Stapleton
Oconomowoc Five-Os - Mike and Wenie Mitchell
Pewaukee - Marion Reeves, Louise Harder
Sussex - Dick Hoffman, Dawn Smith
West Bend 7UP - Mark Schmidt

2014 Western Division Leading Hitters
Jeff Rhoads (OC5) .455, Brock Guetzke (P) .449, Seth Kroenke (S) .439, Steve Bartlein (BBS) .431, Billy Bynum (WB) .415, Nick Wichser (P) .404, Adam Bigus (L) .400, Jake Groullo (ME) .400, Kurt Sarcia (P) .397, Tom Zimmerman (P) .390, Ryan Hinz (BBL) .383, Chad Dibb (H) .380, Nick Schreiber (S) .371, Ryan Furrer (NL) .370, Pat Tobiasz (BBS) .362, Patrick O'Brien (BBL) .354, cory Gasper (S) .351, Mike Grabarczyk (P) .347, Matt Gaberino (NL) .345, T.J. roberts (OC5) .344, Josh Bouche (BBS) .343, Kris Franzen (BBL) .342, Mike Mueller (WB) .333, Jake Calmes (NL) .333, Bill Gorman (BBS) .328, Chandler Ziemann (OC5) .323, Chris Price (ME) .319, Ryan Weissmann (S) .316

2014 Home Run Leaders
Chris Price (ME) 6, Jeff Rhoads (OC5) 5, Mike Mueller (WB) 3, Seth Kroenke (S) 3, Steve Bartlien (BBS) 3, Josh Bouche (OC5) 3, Dean Haase (L) 3, Todd Johnson (S) 3

2014 Western Division Pitching
Aaron Leitner (BBS) 5-0, 1.82; Brock Guetzke (P) 6-1, 1.67; Greg Basthemer (BBL) 6-1, 3.76; Bryant Bullock (WB) 5-1, 4.91; Travis Thompson (S) 8-2, 3.28; Nick Erd (L) 4-1, 1.71; Tyler Adams (WB) 4-2, 2.08; Eric Schmitz (P) 4-2, 4.15; Jed Dolske (L) 3-2, 2.72; Austin Jones (BBL) 3-2, 3.82; John Arnold (BBS) 6-5, 2.27; Tony Butler (OC5) 3-3, 3.07

2014 ALL-LEAGUE NORTHERN DIVISION TEAM
Pitchers - Jordan Clark (G), Joe Daniels (C); Catcher - Bryce Skelton (HG); 1st Baseman - Ross Zahour (C); 2nd Baseman - Ryan Romens (PW); 3rd Baseman - Dustin Kesner (G); Shortstop - Kyle Kichura (PW); Outfielders - Colten Poellinger (TM), Brandon Nedoma (C), Paul Smith (PW); Designated Hitter - John Vanden Berg (C); Utility Player - Brady Callahan (HG).

INDIVIDUAL AWARDS
Batting Champion (.433) - Ross Zahour (C)
Home Run Champion (6) - Dustin Kesner (G)
MVP All-Star Game - Dustin Kesner (G)
Rookie Player - Colten Poellinger (TM)
Rookie Pitcher - Aaron Brock,an (PW)
Manager of the Year - Joe Glynn (C)
Most Valuable Pitcher - Jordan Clark (G)
Most Valuable Player - Ross Zahour (C)

GOLD GLOVE RECIPIENTS
Taylor PIel (C), Joe Eigenberger (G), Brady Callahan (HG), Eric Heidenreiter (PL), Max Kaske (PW), Mike Sherrick (S), Luke Scheuerlein (TM), Billy Anderson (WB)

FAN APPRECIATION AWARDS
Dan boehnlein (C), Molly Erlandson (G), Robert Callahan (HG), Jeff Rhude (PL), Elmer and Carolyn Godersky (PW), Robin Mueller (S), Chris and Ann Cowie (TM), Roy and Mary Anderson (WB)

TEAM AWARDS
Divisional Playoff Champions - Plymouth Flames
3rd Place - Saukville Saints and Plymouth Flames
2nd Place - Port Washington Lakers
Jake Oelhafen Championship Trophy (1st Place) - Cedarburg Mercs

TOP HITTERS - Ross Zahour (C) 433, Brandon Nedoma (C) 431, Colten Poellinger (TM) 415, Kyle Kichura (PW) 403, Billy Anderson (WB) 397, Brady Callahan (HG) 386, Bryce Skelton (HG) 382, John Vanden Berg (C) 375, Ryan Romens (PW) 359, Ed Kozlowski (PW) 357, Dustin Kesner (G) 351, Nolan Gilbertson (C) 350, Joe Reichhart (C) 345, Mike Pruefer (G) 338, Ben Binversie (TM) 333, Taylor Piel (C) 333, Luke Scheuerlein (TM) 328, Ashton HOlzman (HG) 327, Josh Schneider (WB) 327, Justin Stiever (C) 325, John Regnitz (C) 312, Drew Worth (TM) 312, Chris Laurishke (PW) 303, Justin Behm (PW) 302, Paul Smith (PW) 300.

TOP PITCHERS - Joe Daniels (C) 6-1, 2.97; Zach Lauterbach (C) 5-1, 2.49; Chris Mathis (PW) 5-1, 4.35; Dave Stecker (PL) 3-1, 2.89; Sam Matthies (S) 5-2, 2.18; Jordan Clark (G) 5-2, 1.51; Josh Ruppel (TM) 5-2, 3.79; Casey Johnson (S) 5-2, 2.45; Matt Schroeder (PL) 4-2, 3.56; Adam Schmit (HG) 2-1, 4.65

Jack Sprecher of the Wisconsin Amateur Baseball web site released his final edition of the 'Sweet Sixteen' poll for 2014 and LOL teams are well represented, starting with the two-time defending LOL grand champion Pewaukee Muskies as the #1 team. Following is the complete Sweet Sixteen poll along with LOL teams receiving honorable mention.

1 - Pewaukee Muskies (LOL West), 2 - Prescott (St. Croix Valley), 3 - Brownsville (Rock River North), 4 - Ashton (Home Talent North), 5 - DeForest (Home Talent East), 6 - New Berlin (LOL East), 7 - Verona (Home Talent West), 8 - Neosho (Rock River South), 9 - Denmark (Shoreland), 10 - Cedarburg Mercs (LOL North), 11 - Chaseburg-Coon Valley (Mississippi Valley), 12 - Burlington Barons (LOL Southwest), 13 - Milton (Rock River South), 14 - Whitehall (Chippewa River), 15 - Tiverton (Badger Amateur Assn. West), 16 - Little Chute (Shoreland), 22 - Brookfield Bulldogs (LOL West), 23 - West Allis Nighthawks (LOL East), 38 - East Troy (LOL Southwest).

A link to Jack's web site can be found by clicking on Links in the left column on the front page.

Christopher J. Schuck, age 47 of Hartland passed away unexpectedly on Monday, February 16, 2015. He was born on January 23, 1968 in Hartford, WI to William and Frances (nee Durkee) Schuck. Chris covered thousands of sporting events, as he served as the primary sports beat reporter in the Sussex Sun. He was also a regular contributor to the Oconomowoc Focus, Lake Country Reporter, Mukwonago Chief and Kettle Moraine Index. While baseball has always been his favorite sport, Chris loved covering soccer. He was the guy at the big soccer match and could usually be found at Uihlein Soccer Park when the state tournament rolled around. The coaches he covered respected his knowledge of the game. Chris wanted to be the best basketball official around. His No. 1 mission was to someday work in the WIAA postseason and that dream became reality about five years ago. Chris loved sports, playing baseball and writing. He also loved biking and walking whether it was rain or shine.

LOL is primarily an adult amateur baseball league in southeastern Wisconsin. All LOL baseball teams are looking for new players. If you are interested in playing LOL baseball, please send your name, phone number and email address to the webmaster by clicking on the rotating mailbox in the left-hand column. The webmaster will forward your contact information to teams in your area. Please include in your email a summary of your baseball experience, including positions played and your residence address. College players can use either their parents' address or actual residence while attending college.

* indicated deceased

BARTON - *Ray Mertzig (1987)

BIG BEND - *Jim Clark (1966), *Jack Mamerow (1981), *Bill Schrank (1969), Ralph Titus (1966)

BROOKFIELD - Jeff Albrecht (2006), Dave Berka (2011), *Elmer Cardo (1970), Dave Duchateau (2003), Jon Dzurak (2014), *Carl Gallo (1996), John Globig (2005), Bill Goral (2013), Tom Goral (2012), *Larry Hartwig (1988), *Bill Majeskie (2000), *George Majeskie (1984), Jeff Mierow (2018), *Walter O'Malley (1994), Jim Pease (2017), Jack Simons (2007)

BURLINGTON - *Dick Imrie (2009)

BUTLER - Jamey Oberbrunner (2008), Randy Schlotter (2015), *Raymond S Sykes (2012), Richard Sykes (2004)

CEDARBURG - Bryan Bastar (2018), *Leroy Behling (1983), Roger Behling (2010), Jim Decker (2009), Jake Dickmann (2004), *Dennis Haas (2005, posthumously), Al Vey (1998)

DELAFIELD - *Ed 'Muggs' Bloor (1962), *Art Enters (1968), *Bob Enters (1966)

DOUSMAN - Bob Gartzke (2008), *Robert Jeffery (1981), *Lyle Lurvey (1975), Bill Maule (1994), Bill Owens (1989), Kevin Owens (2000), Steve Pease (2011), John Pugh (1978), Dave Stewart (2006), Dave Williams (2003), Larry Williams Sr. (1992)

EAST TROY (Tri Troy) - Mike Olsen (2005), Jim Steffens (1984), *Gilbert Tess (1963),  Jim Wenzel (1986), Tim Wenzel (2015), *Wally Wiese (1998)

FARMINGTON - Robert Buss (2018), Chuck Kiupelis (2010), Dennis Roth (1991)

GENESEE - Tim Baron (2011), Dick Bloom (1983), Jim Fleming (2004), *Ben Kuehl (1964), *Bill Pronold (1990), Ed Sayles (1996), Bill Toshner (2012), Bob Wachendorf (2007)

GRAFTON - Dennis Goecke (2007), Rich Goldberg (1970), Pat McFarlin (1991), Mike Riebe (2005), Bill Tschanz (1994)

GRANVILLE - *Otto Gerschke (1962), *Art Mesenbrink (1970), *Bob Petzold (1966), *Erv Schmit (1967), Jack Stoviak (1995)

HARTFORD - *Barney Basler (1963), *Don 'Moose' Kenealy (1980), *Irv LaBuwi (1976), *Bob Monroe (1974), *Al Rudersdorf (1965), *John Shinners (1970), Jerry Portz (1971), *Elmer Vogelsang (1967), *Gerald 'Jiggs' Wenzel (1978)

HARTLAND - *Jim Adrian (1964), Joe Cull (2001), *Jim Dibb (2002), Ken Dinnauer (1992), *Doug Donovan (1953), *Roger Donovan (1982), John M Engel (2011), *James Faust (1965), *Francis Klink Jr. (1989), Don Luko (1977), *Ted Mallow (1983), *Don McDonald (1951), Todd Morris (2013), *Will Parry (1971), *Bill Pfeiffer (1978), *Bruce Pfeiffer (1997), *Del 'Sheeney' Reimer (1976), John Struck (1988), *A Rip Van Buren (1995), Paul Vanden Heuvel (2015), *Terry Weber (2003)

HUSTISFORD - *Herb Jeche (1964)

IXONIA - Earl Eppler (2000)

KEWASKUM - Kilian Honeck Jr. (1986), *Harold Marx (1975), *Wayland Tessar (1988)

LANNON - Jim Barwick (2016), Gary 'Rocky' Blaschke (2009), *Erv Cullen (1967), *Shupe DeCristofaro (1968), Scott Daffke (2020), Bill Dolphin (2002), *Rudy Dubnicka (1996), *Stan Dubnicka (1973), Dick Gruetzmacher (1989), *Wilbert 'Red' Hackbarth (1982), *Barney Joecks (1971), Ron Kozlowski (2018), Bruce Mayer (2016), *Erv Miller (1953), *Lester 'Buck' Reimer (1986), Mike Reimer (1976), *Ralph 'Bod' Reimer (1975), Stanley Reimer (2003), *Ben Rinzel (1971), *Harvey Rossman (1964), Don Schmidt (1971), *Harold Schramm (1969), Jim Smith (1980), Dave Wnuk (2014), *Richard Wnuk (1999), Steve Zimmerman (2019)

MENOMONEE FALLS - *Ed Amend (1971), Dick Czernicki (1991), Greg Ebbert (2016), John Jajtner (2001), *Bill Johnston (1967), *Ben Minten (1975), *Al 'Tubby' Rott (1962), *Jac Rott (1980), John Rott (1975), Ken Schaetzal (1993), *Francis Schmit (1979), *Ardell Schneider (1988), *Harold Schramm (1969), *Lenny Ullsperger (1992), Terry Ullsperger (1998)

MEQUON (Thiensville-Mequon) - *Earl Gengler Sr. (1970), *Ken Gengler (1976), Robert Gruenewald (1985), Ray Maderich (1992), *Erv Radke (1968), *Don Rennicke (1976), *Werner Rennicke (1963), *Chris Schroeder (2001), Chris Stadler (2014)

MERTON - Ernie Audley (1999), John Audley (2006), *Jack Murphy (1997), *Dave Weber (1986), *Gene Weber (1977), James M Weber (1990), *Martin Weber Jr. (1973), Otto Wiesjahn (2009)

MONCHES - Clarence Barnett (1979), *Moke Coffey (1965), David Dieball (2008), *Rudy Janichek (1980), *Don 'Moose' Kenealy (1980), Gary Mastalir (2006), Tim O'Driscoll (1991), Gary Paige (2019), *Weber, Gene (1977), *Bob Whelan (1974)

MUKWONAGO - Jeff Dickert (1999), Steve Douglas (2002), Mike Hausen (2006), Rick Seidel (2013), Ron Seidel (1995), John Silbernagel (1997)

MUSKEGO - Al Larsen (1997)

NEW BERLIN - Kevin Delimat (2010), Jim Enlund (2016), Jeff Ernst (2017), Wayne Hamilton (2004), Larry Schmidt (1996)

NORTH LAKE - Joe Donovan (2013), *Ken Gilbertson (1991), *Jim Klink (1996), *Pat Klink (1999), *Ray Klink (1979), Doug Krueger (2012), John Krueger (2010), *George Miller (1995), Pat Moran (2018), Pat Smith (1984), *Don 'Spitz' Stapleton (1972), *Earl Stapleton (1962), Kevin Stapleton (2020), *Lloyd Stapleton (1955), *Neil Stapleton (1967), *Pete Stapleton (1999), Terry Stapleton (2002), *Woodrow Stapleton (1974), *Frank Wirth (2001)

NORTH PRAIRIE - Russ Belling (2013), Bill Kuhtz (2001), Tom Plechaty (2017), Bill Smart (1988), Jon Stillman (2014), Dave Weber (2017)

OCONOMOWOC - Ron Athas (1998), *Marty Barker (1987), Gary Bender (2000), *Bill Blunck (1970), Paul Eckert (2007), *Don 'Windy' Jensen (1993), *Harvey Johns (1978), *Marvin Kieck (1972), Pat Leslie (2009), Jeff Roth (2007), Dave Schlosser (2005), *Joe Spicuzza (1968), *Les Winger (1982)

PALMYRA - *Ira Adsit (1985), *Bill Betenz (1970), *Herb Ginner (1993), *John Nelson (2005)

PEWAUKEE - Jerry Bailey (2008), Bill Beno (2011), *Chuck Bergles (1978), *Fred Bergles (1962), *Russell Bergles (1981), Mike Biagioli (2010), Jim Bloedow (2004), *Clem Brandt (1985), *Ralph Cunderman (1977), Bob Groth (1987), Al 'Stork' Hansen (2004), Charles Kaatz (1994), *Frances 'Lefty' O'Neill (1975), *Lloyd 'Frosty' Stevens (1998)

PLAT - *Walter Kiley (1951)

PLYMOUTH - *Arnold 'Ozzie' Pick (2000)

PORT WASHINGTON - Roland 'Rollie' Kitt (2011), Derek Kozlowski (2020), Lester Mayer Jr. (2014), Don Pruefer (2002), Mickey Prüfer (2019), Richard Schuknecht (1999)

ROME - Kyle Anderson (2016), Warren Highbie (1982), Kent Hoffman (2000), *Allen Ley (1987), Dennis Linse (2009), Steve Perkins (2019), *Chet Trebitowski (2018), *Mike Trebitowski (1980)

SAUKVILLE - Darrell Bruggink (2015), *Fred Dickmann Jr. (1982), Jack Hespe (1996), Lee Johnson (2006), Bill McGaw Jr. (1993), *Jake Mueller (1984), Tom Schumacher (2020)

SLINGER - *Herb Baehring (1966), *Ray Buch (1971), *Jac Oelhafen (1955)

SULLIVAN - *Harley Hayes (1973), Ed Miller (2015), *Eugene Zimmerman (1997)

SUSSEX - Bill Evert (2007), *Roy Evert (1977), Jim Gasper (2012), *Virgil 'Butch' Hart (1980), *Bob Jones (2001), *Bill Kallio (2008), Tom Konkol (2003), Gary Paige (2019), Neil Reimer (2015), Jim 'Chip' Sermon (2017), *Doug Tetzlaff (1990), *Jerry Tetzlaff (1981), Steve Zimmerman (2019)

WATERFORD - Tony Chapman (2020), Mark Kaul (2014), Matt Kaul (2016)

WAUKESHA (includes Dales) - George Adler (1969), *Charles Dempsey (1968), Jack Egan (1979), *Allan Elger (1974), Don Gozzola (1994), *Loren Graser (1979), Tom Handford (1993), Roger Heilert (1989), *Spence Klatt (1974), *Jim Knoebel (1965), *Fritz Kriedler (1995), *Jitts Lawrence (1992), *Joe Long (1954), *Ormin Luehmann (1990), *Earl Miller (1998), Glenn Moerschel (1987), *Bob Muckler (1962), *Lyman Pitsch (1985), Tim Rappis (2020), *Art Robel (1966), George Schmoller (1983), Harvey 'Bud' Schram (1981), *Carl Schweder (1965), *Gene Shields (1973), *Earl Wolfe (1985)

WEST BEND - Bill Albrecht (2010), Tom Fischer Sr. (1995), Don Gumm (1990), *Irv Holzhueter (1986), John Jazak (2002), Bob Kissinger (2008), Mitch Knox (2012), *Willie Mueller Sr (1997), *Charles Palt (1968), *Ilo Rauscher (2003), John Rozek (2019), Travis Thull (2013), Darrell Washburn (2017), *Marvin Zarling (1989)

Individual Awards
Most Valuable Player - Todd Johnson, Sussex
Batting Champion (.548) - Todd Johnson, Sussex
Home Run Champion (7) - Jeff Rhoads, Oconomowoc
Top Pitcher (5-0) - Adam Dominick, Pewaukee
Manager of the Year - D.J. MacLeod, Menomonee Falls
Rookie of the Year - Chandler Ziemann, Oconomowoc
Commissioner's Award - Bill Majeskie, Brookfield
Lloyd Dieball Umpires Meritorious Service Award -Bill Klink
Scorekeeping Award - Larry Podolske, Menomonee Falls

Team Most Valuable Players
David Casey, Brookfield Blue Sox
Jason Rutz, Brookfield Bulldogs
T.J. Ludorf, Hartland
Zach Kozlowski, Lannon
Alex Erdmann, Don Matovich, Menomonee Falls
Sam Mulkey, Merton
Jimy Landwehr, Monches
Matt Wallis, North Lake
Jeff Rhoads, Oconomowoc
Nick Wichser, Pewaukee
Todd Johnson, Sussex
Billy Bynum, West Bend 7-Up

Fan Appreciation Awards
Kimberly Fox-Lemmermann, Brookfield Blue Sox
Kesha Hopp, Brookfield Bulldogs
Joyce Dibb, Hartland
Matt Acketz, Lannon
George Toth, Menomonee Falls
Hannah Gollwitzer, Merton
Tom and Brenda Dieball, Monches
Craig Stapleton, North Lake
Dan Flaherty, Oconomowoc
Mark and Jeanne Dominick, Pewaukee
Tom and Shelly Kroenke, Sussex
Owen Parrish and Richard Gamroth, West Bend 7-Up

Top Hitters

Todd Johnson-SU-548, Seth Kroenke-SU-500, Don Matovich-MF-491, Mike Mueller-WB-481, Jeff Rhoads-OC-472, Alex Erdmann-MF-449, Nick Wichser-PE-431, Taylor Meyer-ME-426, Jimy Landwehr-MO-415, Nick Heiting-MF-413, Kurt Sarcia-PE-408, Kris Franzen-BBL-400, Ryan Hinz-BBL-400, Taylor Koth-WB-400, Ron Kozlowski-LA-388, Nate Osterndorf-OC-387, Matt Rubatt-MF-375, David Casey-BBS-375, Bryan Laabs-SU-370, Billy Bynum-WB-364, Adam Dominick-PE-364, Pat Tobiasz-BBS-358, Chandler Ziemann-OC-356, Derek Nelson-OC-354, Ryan Weissman-SU-354, Matt Parrent-WB-353, Zach Kozlowski-LA-353, Buck Konkol-MO-352, Jason Rutz-BBL-352, Steve Rhoads-OC-.348, Mike Jacobs-BBL-345

Top Pitchers

Adam Dominick PE 5-0, Jack Larsen MF 5-1, Greg Basthemer BBL 9-2, Logan August MF 5-2, Sam Mulkey ME 8-4, Andrew Mueller WB 4-2, Darin Leveraus SU 4-2, ERic Schmitz PE 5-3

The West Bend Baseball Association inducted its Diamond of Honor Wall of Fame Class of 2012 on February 9. Included in the class are notable LOL alumni, starting with former Northern Division commissioner Jake Oehlafen, who served for 40 years. Oelhafen, along with fellow inductees Bill Albrecht, Don Gumm and Mitch Knox are all members of the LOL Hall of Fame. Joining them was Greg Wilcox.

Dr. Michael Collopy passed away on April 16. He was a successful orthopedic surgeon and baseball enthusiast, not only for Land O' Lakes, but high school and other teams. Below is a link to Dr. Collopy's obituary as printed in the Journal Sentinel.

http://www.jsonline.com/news/obituaries/surgeon-professor-loved-baseball-4q9jms1-203943291.html

Stephen Dibb of Hartland passed away on Tuesday April 23 at age 63. Steve was a dedicated fan and score keeper for the Hartland Oilers of the Western Division. He has two sons that currently play for Hartland. His father, Jim, is a member of the LOL Hall of Fame. The following obituary is courtesy of the Lake Country Reporter.

Steve was married to his best friend and wife Joyce (Krueger) Dibb for 30 + years and cherished raising and coaching his three sons. Steve was very proud to have served in the Air Force and 38 years at Cooper Industries. Throughout his life his passion was baseball as a player and a coach. He was an avid golfer, bowler and classic rock music enthusiast.

He will be deeply missed by his wife Joyce, his three sons, Jason R (Rae), Chad S (Patti) and Troy M (Kirstin) Dibb and his grandchildren Hannah and Julian. He is also survived by his parents James and Winifred Dibb; siblings Donna and Rick Wentarmini, Jim and Jean Dibb, John and Patti Dibb, Randy and Luann Dibb, Jerry and Dawn Dibb, Lisa and Rick Suminski. In-laws Sandy Zwieg, Dick and Sue Krueger, Jean and Roger Knop, Charlie and Gail Krueger, Jackie and Bob Raddeman, Jeff Krueger, Kris and Mike Nagel along with many nieces, nephews and friends.

Steve was preceded in death by In-laws Lester and Mary Krueger, Ron Zwieg, Korky and Donnie Kienast and Jerry Krueger.

Evert-Luko Funeral Home of Hartland is serving the family.

NORTHERN DIVISION
West Bend Benders at Howards Grove, postponed
Cedarburg 15, Port Washington 0, 7 innings
Plymouth 3, Thiensville-Mequon 1
Saukville 4, Grafton 0

SOUTHWESTERN DIVISION
Burlington 8, Dousman 7
East Troy 4, Ixonia 1
Oconomowoc Titans 8, Genessee 5
Wales 13-7, Rome 4-1
Waterford 8, North Prairie 6

WESTERN DIVISION
Brookfield Blue Sox 6, West Bend 7-Up 5
Brookfield Bulldogs 11, Merton 3
Hartland 5, Monches 4
Menomonee Falls 11, North Lake 10
Oconomowoc 5-Os 6, Lannon 5
Sussex 12, Pewaukee 0, 7 innings

The Wisconsin Amateur Baseball Classic is coming to West Bend on July 18-21. There is an opening for one team to fill the 16-team tournament. Teams are guaranteed 3 games in pool play. Teams that win their pool will advance to Sunday's championship round. The top 4 teams will win prize money. This is a open roster tournament so you can add ANYBODY from any team as long as they aren't on another team in the tournament. Land O' Lakes supports the tournament and will help reschedule any games for this time period.  For more information contact Jim Ziegler atJimZiegler_3@yahoo.com or the official website http://wiamateurbaseballclassic.weebly.com/.

EASTERN DIVISION
Muskego at Racine Kiwanis, postponed
Muskego 15-16, Butler 7-1
Racine Kiwanis 4-0, New Berlin 3-6

NORTHERN DIVISION
Cedarburg 12, Port Washington 0
Saukville 5, Grafton 4, 13 innings
Thiensville-Mequon 8, Plymouth 2
West Bend Benders 11, Howards Grove 3

SOUTHWESTERN DIVISION
Oconomowoc Titans at Burlington, postponed
Dousman 6-9, Rome 1-12
East Troy 10, Ixonia 2
Oconomowoc Titans 15, Genessee 3, 7 innings
Waterford 14, North Prairie 13

WESTERN DIVISION
North Lake 7, Monches 5
Pewaukee 2, West Bend 7-Up 0
Merton 7, Oconomowoc 5-Os 4
Sussex 2, Lannon 1
Brookfield Blue Sox 6, Hartland 5
Brookfield Bulldogs 8, Menomonee Falls 1
Lannon 9, North Lake 1
Merton 15, Monches 5
Oconomowoc 5-Os 7, Pewaukee 5
West Bend 7-Up 6, Sussex 0

Divisions have chosen their all-star team rosters for the annual LOL all-star games. The North hosts the East at Saukville on July 7 at 1:30pm. The West defeated the Southwest 7-4 on Sunday June 30.

Eastern Division 2013 All-Star Team

(* indicates starter)
Pitchers - *Jon Mann (WA), Dave Mihlsimmer (MU), Cole Borek (MU), Sam Kenseth (NB), Cale Ross (BU)
Catchers - *Nick Schmidlkofer (MU), Nick Jablonski (NS), Eric Abel (NB)
1st Basemen - *Andy Liss (MU), Chris Teske (BU)
2nd Basemen - *Brandon Kozinski (MU), Nate Simons (RA), Adam Sanfellipp (NS)
3rd Basemen - *Randy Sobczyk (BU), Dean Mlachnik (NB)
Shortstops - *Sean Staral (MU), Nate Van Ells (BU)
Outfielders - *Ryan Welch (WA), *Kurt Hegeman (BU), *Adam Vlaj (NB), Eric Weisbrod (RA)
Designated Hitter - *Sam Azarian (RA)
Utility Players - Nick Kelly (NB), Jake Kolasinski (NB), Steve Kargus (BU)

Northern Division 2013 All-Star Team
(* denotes starter)
Manager - Joe Glynn (CE)
Coaches - Mike Pruefer (GR), Dave Dickmann (SA)
Pitchers - *Zach Lauterbach (CE), Joe Daniels (CE), Casey Johnson (SA), Matt Schroeder (PL), Josh Ruppel (TM), Tyler Adams (WBE)
Northern Division All-Star Roster (* starter)
Catchers - *Jordan Clark (GR), Joe Stubbe (WBE)
1st Basemen - *Nick Wycklendt (GR), Josh Stanisch (PW)
2nd Basemen - *Steve Dickmann (SA), Zach Prideaux (TM)
3rd Basemen - *Dustin Kesner (GR), John Regnitz (CE)
Shortstops - *Kyle Kichura (PW), Max Pruefer (GR)
Outfielders - *Cole Granrath (SA), Ian Tucker (SA), *Brandon Nedoma (CE), Lance Keplinger (GR), Paul Smith (PW), Blake Wiskirchen (WBE)
Designated Hitter - *Matt D'Amato (GR)
Utility Players - Cole Reinemann (HG), Brian Durst (GR)

Southwestern All-Star Roster (* starter)
Pitchers - *Brian Henschel (BUR), Karl Richter (BUR), Matt Demarais (GEN), Drew Taylor (OCT), Todd Nabor (ET), Keaton Wigdal (DOU), Scott Rivers (WAL), Marcus Perleberg (WAL), Jordan Pasek (NP)
Catchers - *Jon Dobson (WAL), Zach Yesko (NP)
1st Basemen - *Aaron Benz (OCT), Justin Radichal (DOU)
2nd Basemen - *Jeff Tess (ET), Jared Kinjerski (IXO)
3rd Basemen - *Brad Nowicki (WAT), Paul Archambault (BUR)
Shortstops - *Jory Tess (ET), Adam Brechtl (WAT), Tyler Dykema (NP)
Outfielders - *Dylan Friend (BUR), *Jason Jacobson (WAT), *Tanner Wensman (OCT), Jeff Smith (ROM), Anthony Laske (WAL), James Gattis (NP)
Designated Hitter - *Bart Nowicki (WAT), Josh Johns (WAL)
Utility Players - Ben Korman (WAT), Nick Aplin (ROM)

Western All-Star Roster (* starter)
Manager - Jeff Lemmermann (BBS)
Pitchers - Travis Thompson (SUS), Blake Hunt (PEW), John Arnold (BBS), Adam Dominick (PEW), Troy Kenkel (LAN)
Catchers - *Tim Mertins (PEW), Nathan Krause (WB7)
1st Basemen - *Scott Booth (BBL), Bill Postulek (BBS)
2nd Basemen - *Greg Harder (PEW), Corey Gasper (SUS)
3rd Basemen - *Billy Bynum (WB7), Chris Price (MER)
Shortstops - *Tim Kahle (BBS), Ryan Weismann (SUS)
Outfielders - *Adam Bigus (LAN), *Seth Kroenke (SUS), *Pat Tobias (BBS), Nick Schreiber (HAR), Brandon Werner (PEW), Ryan Hinz (BBL)
Designated Hitters - *Jeff Lueck (BBL), Craig Henschel (HAR)
Utility Players - Don Matovich (MF), Matt Wallis (NL), Derek Nelson (OC5)

Arnold “Ozzie” Christian Pick, age 87, of Plymouth, WI, died July 14, 2013 at his home, as were his wishes, with his loving wife and grandson by his side. He was born on June 23, 1926 in Willow City, North Dakota, a son to the late Christian and Esther Dreyer Pick. The family moved to Plymouth in 1927.

Arnold attended St. John Lutheran School and Plymouth High School. He served his country during WW II in the U.S. Army from 1944-1947. He worked for Hoffman Hardware in Plymouth for 26 years and retired after 18 years with A&P Cheese Company in Plymouth, a division of the Atlantic & Pacific Tea Company. Arnold also owned and operated AP Glass Repair in the Plymouth area for many years. He was also a member of the Plymouth Auxiliary Police.

On March 9, 1968, he was united in marriage to June Marie Leifer at St. John Lutheran Church in Plymouth. He was a member of St. John Lutheran Church his entire life and served as an usher for 30 years. Arnold was a member of the Kettle Moraine Ski Club, Plymouth Ski Club and was a driving force behind establishing the Nutt Ski Hill in Plymouth. Arnold was a member of the Plymouth Lions Club, Cascade American Legion Post #386 and the Plymouth VFW Post #5612. Arnold enjoyed skiing, fishing and his favorite past time, baseball. He played baseball for many teams in his life. He played on season with the 10th Infantry Army Team in Fort Campbell, Kentucky as well as many different Plymouth teams and with New Holstein of the Northern State League. He later coached and managed the Plymouth Flames for many years along with maintaining Carl Loebe Field in Plymouth. Arnold was a member of the Old Time Ball Players of Wisconsin and of the Land O' Lakes Hall of Fame.

Arnold along with Werner Finke had a dream of establishing a ball diamond for Pee Wee Baseball in Plymouth. With a pledge of support from the Plymouth Lions Club and the newly founded Plymouth Pee Wee Club work began on a piece of land on Valley Road in Plymouth. After much work, fundraising and support from the community and businesses in the Plymouth area, the Pee Wee Players finally had a field of their own. The next year it was dedicated as Lions Park and the Arnold “Ozzie” Pick Field. Arnold maintained this field until the age of 86. One of his biggest thrills at the field named after him was to see his grandson Steven hit a “Grand Slam” homerun in Pee Wee League play.

Arnold is survived by his wife of 45 years, June. One sister: Delores (Clyde) Dhein, Sheboygan. Three step-sons: Larry (Judi) Falk, Plymouth, Jeffrey (Carol) Falk, Sheboygan and Steven (Lena) Falk, Plymouth. One grandson: Steven Jr. (Stacy) Falk, Plymouth. One granddaughter: Courtney, Sheboygan. Two great grandsons: Adrien and Tristan Falk, Plymouth. Sister-in-laws: Marge (Patrick) Doherty, Kewaskum, Betty Klein, Athelstane, WI, Lucille (Ray) Miske, Adell, Donna (Jay) Pfrang, Plymouth, Linda (Bruce) Grassman, Shawano. One brother-in-law: Donald Leifer, Plymouth. Also many nieces, nephews, other relatives and many friends.

Arnold was preceded in death by his mother, father and step-father, John Kunstman. Sisters: Luella (Elroy) Dennerlein, Plymouth, Florence (James) Waterman, Plymouth, Lorraine (Marvin) Methfessel, Sheboygan, Janice (Robert) Wacha, Sheboygan. Brothers: Martin (Helen) Pick, Sheboygan, Amos (Alfrieda) Pick, Sheboygan, Edwin (Hein) Pick, Canada. One brother-in-law: Warren Klein, Athelstane, WI.

The family would like to extend a special thank-you to Dr. Haid and staff of the Vince Lombardi Cancer Clinic, Sheboygan and to the caring hospice staff of the Sharon S. Richardson Hospice Center, Sheboygan Falls. The pastors of St. John Lutheran Church, Plymouth. The many friends that visited, called, sent cards and kept Ozzie in their thoughts and prayers. Also, a special thank-you to very special friend and baseball companion, Mike Penkwitz, Plymouth.

Greenbush Cemetery is Ozzie's final resting place. A memorial is being established in Arnold’s name for the Sharon S. Richardson Community Hospice in Sheboygan Falls. The Suchon Funeral Home and Cremation Services of Plymouth is serving his family. For online condolences, please visit www.suchonfh.com.

Herbert P. Klink "Pat" passed away peacefully at home on July 22, 2013 with the love of his entire family by his side.

Pat was born March 17, 1936 in North Lake WI, to Francis & Lucille Klink. Herbert (Pat) lived most of his adult life in Hartland, WI where he married his high school sweetheart and love of his life Janice Janke a year after they were king and queen of the senior prom at Hartland High school. Throughout his life Pat was committed to his family, community and a love of the great outdoors. Pat volunteered for many organizations in his community serving for over 25 years with the Hartland Volunteer Fire Department. He also served on the Hartland Athletic Advancement Association board and as their president for many years. He was a board member with the Land O’ Lakes Old Timers’ Baseball Association as well. Pat served all of the communities he was a part of including being on the board and a past president for the Island Lake Home Owners Association at his summer cabin in the north woods, and was an extremely active member at his winter retirement home in Clearwater, FL. Pat was an exceptional athlete who was captain of the football team and a star athlete in high school and then won a grand championship in baseball with North Lake in 1956 and was elected to the Land O’ Lakes Baseball Hall of fame in 1999 joining his 3 brothers. Pat had an infectious smile with a continuous twinkle in his incredible blue Irish eyes. A positive man that wanted to make people happy was displayed every Christmas when he was Santa Claus and visited generations of children for 50 years bringing smiles to their face and gifts to all. The family fishing and hunting trips were a time to bond with family and enjoy the outdoors that Pat so loved. He will be missed but his memories and teachings will live on forever.

He is survived by his beloved wife of 57 years Janice (nee Janke) Klink, son Daniel (Lisa) Klink, son Kevin (Betty) Klink, son Patrick (Marguerite) Klink; grandchildren Christopher (Brianna) Klink, Collin Klink, Mitchell Klink, Hannah Klink, Matthew Klink, Madeline Klink, Karrah Klink as well as many other nieces, nephews and cousins. He is preceded in death by his parents Lucy and Francis, his sister Mary and brothers Harold, Raymond, Francis Jr. and James.

A special thanks to Dr. Fish and Dr. Saeian and the staff at Waukesha Memorial Hospital.

In lieu of flowers, memorials to the Waukesha Memorial Heart Care Unit, Land O’ Lakes Baseball, Arrowhead Boys Basketball/Al Vandertie Scholarship Fund or the Hartland Fire Department are appreciated. The Evert Luko Funeral Home of Hartland is serving the family.

EASTERN DIVISION

First Round Scores - Sunday August 4
(5) Racine Kiwanis 7, (4) New Berlin 6
(6) North Shore 4, (3) West Allis Nighthawks 3

Game 1: Semifinals - Wednesday August 7
(1) Muskego 5, (6) North Shore 1
(5) Racine Kiwanis 4, (2) Butler 1

Games 2, Semifinals - Sunday August 11
(1) Muskego 10, (6) North Shore 2 (Muskego wins series 2-0)
(5) Racine Kiwanis 6, (2) Butler 4 (Racine wins series 2-0)

Championship (best-of-three)
Game 1 - Wednesday August 14, Muskego 6, Racine 1
Game 2 - Sunday August 18, Muskego 12, Racine 4
Muskego wins series 2-0.

NORTHERN DIVISION
Quarterfinals - Saturday August 10
(1) Cedarburg 16, (8) Port Washington 4, 8 innings
(2) Grafton 6, (7) West Bend Benders 1
(3) Saukville 17, (6) Howards Grove 10
(5) Thiensville-Mequon 12, (4) Plymouth 2

Semifinals - Sunday August 11
Cedarburg 2, Thiensville-Mequon 0
Grafton 6, Saukville 1

Finals - Saturday August 17
Cedarburg 9, Grafton 1

SOUTHWESTERN DIVISION

First Round - Saturday August 10
(6) North Prairie 7, (3) Waterford 4
(4) Oconomowoc Titans 3, (5) Genesee 0

Semifinals - Sunday August 11, 130PM
(1) Burlington 11, North Prairie 5
Oconomowoc Titans 23, (2) East Troy 11

Championship -Saturday August 17
Burlington 12, Oconomowoc Titans 0

WESTERN DIVISION
First Round - Saturday August 10
(3) Brookfield Bulldogs 4, (6) Brookfield Blue Sox 2
(5) Menomonee Falls 3, (4) West Bend 7-Up 2

Semifinals - Sunday August 11
(2) Pewaukee 8, (3) Brookfield Bulldogs 0
(5) Menomonee Falls 10, (1) Sussex 6

Final - Saturday August 17
Pewaukee 4, Menomonee Falls 0

Division Championship - Sunday August 18
Pewaukee 4, Sussex 3

Saturday August 24 - 1st Round
Burlington 4, Muskego 2
Cedarburg 6, Pewaukee 3

Sunday August 25 - 2nd Round
Burlington 9, Cedarburg 5
Pewaukee 5, Muskego 3 (Muskego eliminated)

Saturday August 31 - 3rd Round
Pewaukee 5, Burlington 1

Sunday September 1 - Semifinal
Pewaukee 8, Cedarburg 4 (Cedarburg eliminated)

Saturday September 7 - Final
Pewaukee 7, Burlington 0

2013 LOL Grand Champions
Pewaukee Muskies

Individual Awards
Most Valuable Player - Billy Bynum, West Bend 7-Up
Batting Champion (.493) - Billy Bynum, West Bend 7-Up
Co-Home Run Champions (7) - Billy Bynum, West Bend 7-Up and Pat Tobiasz, Brookfield Blue Sox
Top Pitcher (14-2) - Travis Thompson, Sussex
Manager of the Year - Mike Wichser, Pewaukee
Rookie of the Year - Sam Calmes, North Lake
Commissioner's Award - Lloyd and Karen Fetkenbauer, Sussex
Lloyd Dieball Umpires Meritorious Service Award - Jason Werth
Scorekeeping Award - Mike Sarcia, Pewaukee

No-Hit Games in 2013
Bryant Bullock, West Bend 7-Up vs. Hartland on April 28
Sam Mulkey, Merton vs. North Lake on April 28
Nick Schreiber, Hartland vs. North Lake on June 28

Triple Crown winner (.493 BA, 7 HR, 25 RBI), Billy Bynum

6 for 6 at the plate performance by Kris Franzen, Brookfield Bulldogs on July 14 vs. Oconomowoc 5-Os

2013 Team Most Valuable Players
Brookfield Blue Sox - Pat Tobiasz
Brookfield Bulldogs - Scott Booth
Hartland - Nick Schreiber and Craig Henschel
Lannon - Adam Bigus and Troy Kenkel
Menomonee Falls - Sam Sivilotti
Merton - Chris Price
Monches - Andrew Smith
North Lake - Sam Calmes
Oconomowoc 5-Os - Jeff Rhoads
Pewaukee - Nick Wichser
Sussex - Travis Thompson
West Bend 7-Up - Billy Bynum

2013 Fan Appreciation Awards
Brookfield Blue Sox - Annie James
Brookfield Bulldogs - Bill Gorman Sr. and Kristopher Franzen
Hartland - Jim & Winnie Dibb, Joyce Dibb
Lannon - Bill & Janet Bigus
Menomonee Falls - Bob DeKoning
Merton - Kristy Nigbur
Monches - Gene Widowski
North Lake - Tim Henkel
Oconomowoc 5-Os - Kait Meyer
Pewaukee - George Andrekopoulos
Sussex - Shelly Walker, Paula Ghelfi
West Bend 7-Up - Willie Mueller Jr., Kelly Rohlinger, Rick Parrent

2013 Western Division Leading Hitters
Billy Bynum (WB7) .493, Nick Wichser (PE) .463, Mike Mueller (WB7) .441, Seth Kroenke (SU) .437, Todd Johnson (SU) .435, Nathan Krause (WB7) .413, Kris Franzen (BBL) .410, Greg Harder (PE) .393, Jeff Rhoads (OC5) .391, Nick Ghelfi (SU) .387, Pat Tobiasz (BBS) .385, Alex Erdman (MF) .381, Luke Nelson (OC5) .380, Scott Booth (BBL) .375, Bryan Laabs (SU) .375, Brock Goetzke (PE) .367, Chris Price (ME) .366, Corey Volden (MF) .365, Jason Rutz (BBL) .362, Chandler Ziemann (OC5) .361, Tim Kahle (BBS) .359, Bill Gorman (BBL) .358, Sam Sivilotti (MF) .350, Craig Henschel (HA) .348, Derek Nelson (OC5) .346, Adam Rubatt (MF) .340, Ryan Weissmann (SU) .338, Nick Schreiber (HA) .333

2013 Home Run Leaders
Billy Bynum (WB7) 7, Pat Tobiasz (BBS) 7, Mike Mueller (WB7) 6, Scott Booth (BBL) 5, Adam Bigus (LA) 4, Zach Kozlowski (LA) 4, Sam Sivilotti (MF) 4

2013 Western Division Pitching
Travis Thompson (SU) 14-2, 3.60; Adam Dominick (PE) 6-1, 2.20; Blake Hunt (PE) 4-1, 3.66; Bryant Bullock (WB7) 6-2, 1.44; Andrew Mueller (WB7) 5-2, 1.63; Logan August (MF) 5-2, 3.81; Don August (MF) 5-2, 5.46; Greg Basthemer (BBL) 9-4, 3.12; John Arnold (BBS) 8-5, 4.42; Eric Schmitz (PE) 3-2, 5.33; Matt Gaberino (NL) 3-3, 3.97; Troy Kenkel (LA) 3-3, 4.29

LOL has been recognized as one of, if not the best amateur baseball leagues in all of Wisconsin. Congratulations to the Pewaukee Muskies who were recently recognized as the top amateur baseball team in Wisconsin. The ranking of teams that follows comes from Jack Sprecher's 'The Jack of Diamonds' web site, widely considered the top authority of Wisconsin amateur baseball.

'SWEET SIXTEEN' Power Rankings - September 17, 2013
(16 games minimum, played in 'League and Playoff Games' only, LOL teams in bold)
#1 - PEWAUKEE Muskies - LOL Western Division champions, Grand Champions
#2 - SPARTA Miller - Mississippi Valley Season Champions and WBA final runner-Up
#3 - MIDDLETON 29ers - Home Talent League grand champions
#4 - MONONA Braves - Home Talent League, Eastern Division champions and 3rd place final four
#5 - BURLINGTON Barons - LOL Southwest Division champions, runner-ups in grand championship
#6 - CEDARBURG Mercs - LOL Northern Division champions, third place in final four
#7 - WHITEHALL Wolves - Chippewa River League Season grand champions
#8 - TWO RIVERS Polar Bears - Shoreland League grand champions
#9 - CLINTONVILLE A's - B.A.B.A. grand champions
#10 - HARTFORD Hawks - Rock River League grand champions
#11 - MILTON Raptors - Rock River League grand championship runner-up
#12 - BRILL Millers - Independent league, WBA grand champions
#13 - STOUGHTON Merchants - Home Talent League, grand championship runner-up
#14 - PRESCOTT PIrates - St. Croix Valley League, Season champions
#15 - VERONA Cavaliers - Home Talent League, Western Division champions, Final Four
#16 - GRAFTON Express - LOL Northern Division runner-up

LOL Teams Receiving Honorable Mention
MUSKEGO Impact - LOL Eastern Division Champions, GCP Final Four
SUSSEX Cardinals - LOL Western Division Regular Season champions
MENOMONEE FALLS Lakers - LOL Western Division, division finals
BROOKFIELD Bulldogs - LOL Western Division

The Jack O' Diamonds email address is jack124blues@charter.net. Games played in the following leagues were not included: Langsdorf League, Northeastern Wisconsin League, Tri-County Nite League, Home Talent League Thursday Night League. Also not counted were games played as a non-league game.

2013 FAN APPRECIATION AWARDS
Walter Raebel, Cedarburg. Jim and Deb Mayer, Grafton. Pat Steines, Howards Grove. Laura Klemme, Plymouth. Cliff Behm, Port Washington. Nicholas and McKenzie Mueller, Saukville. Tom and Theresa Potratz, Thiensville-Mequon. Joe and Judy DuCharme, West Bend Benders

TOP 2013 HITTERS (minimum 13 games played and 55 plate appearances)
Cole Granrath (SA) 468, Robby Proehl (CE) 458, John Regnitz (CE) 452, Jordan Clark (GR) 393, Eric DuCharme (WBE) 393, Cole Reinemann (HG) 377, Dustin Kesner (GR) 375, Brandon Nedoma (CE) 365, Ross Zahour (CE) 365, Nolan Gilbertson (CE) 355, Nick Wycklendt (GR) 352, Brian Durst (GR) 346, Nick Boehnlein (CE) 345, Ian Tucker (SA) 333, Noah Steines (HG) 324, Dave Stecker (PL) 323, John Vanden Berg (CE) 319, Kyle Kichura (PW) 312, Kristofer Ozga (T-M) 309, Justin Behm (PW) 306, Steve Dickmann (SA) 306, Jake Klemme (PL) 302, Max Pruefer (GR) 301

TOP 2013 PITCHERS (minimum 18 innings pitched or four decisions)
NAME, TEAM, ERA, W-L Joe Daniels (CE) 0.88, 7-0. Jordan Clark (GR) 0.49, 1-0. Zach Lauaterbach (CE) 1.60, 7-1. Miles Mayer (GR) 4.90, 5-1. Casey Johnson (SA) 2.10, 5-2. Mike Sherrick (SA) 2.83, 2-1. Josh Ruppel (T-M) 1.64, 5-3. Cole Reinemann (HG) 6.15, 3-2. Nick Wycklendt (GR) 4.97, 4-3. Sam Matthies (SA) 2.67, 4-4. Matt Schroeder (PL) 3.17, 3-3. Eric DuCharme (WBE) 5.06, 2-2. Ashton Holzman (HG) 10.80, 1-1. Gavin Locke (PW) 4.60, 3-4.

George Toth of Menomonee Falls passed away on November 5, 2013. He was a veteran and supporter of LOL for over 60 years with primarily the Menomonee Falls Lakers. George was the scoreboard operator for many years.

George was born on March 14, 1930. He is survived by his wife Anna Mae (nee Gross), sons Gary and Doug and daughter Vicki Braden. George was a US Army veteran who served from 1947 to 1949. It was George's wish to not have a memorial service.

The Schmidt and Bartelt Funeral Home served the family.

At a meeting on December 16, the LOL Board of Directors rejected by a 6-2 vote a proposal to advance the start of the grand championship playoffs (GCP) by one week. The proposal was made in an effort to promote fairness between teams that rely largely on college-age talent and those that do not. While directors agreed on the desire to have teams in the GCP playing at close to full strength, they disagreed on the effects of the change on the regular season. Divisions where the majority of teams play on unlighted fields would have had to scheduled one or two additional two-game weekends.

Another proposal to add a second team from each division to the GCP was pulled from consideration.

Jane C Regnitz of Cedarburg passed away on January 14, 2014 at age 83. She is the mother of former Cedarburg Mercs player and manager Paul 'Hammer' Regnitz. mother-in-law of current LOL secretary-treasurer Terry Regnitz and grandmother of current Mercs player John Regnitz.

Visitation for Jane will be on Sunday January 19 at Advent Lutheran Church, W63 N642 Washington Avenue, Cedarburg, beginning at 1pm until the start of the funeral service at 3pm. There will be a reception following the funeral service. Memorials to Advent Lutheran Church or Horizon Home Care and Hospice are appreciated.

Jane was born June 9, 1930 in Milwaukee, WI. The daughter of Raymond Witt and Caroline Runge. She attended Cedarburg High School where she was a cheerleader and played in the band.

Married John Regnitz (dec) at Advent Lutheran Church in Cedarburg on June 11, 1949. Jane worked for Levy & Levy as a paralegal for 36 years, retired, and then became the secretary at Advent Lutheran Church for another 16 years. Throughout Jane’s life she enjoyed spending time at the Oxbo Resort near Park Falls, WI, waitressed at the American Legion fish frys, reading novels, needlework, creating paintings with her art group, card club, her Friday movie club, participated in several women’s church committees, member of her H.S. class reunion committee, a member of the Golden Bulldogs, supporter of the Advent Prayer Garden, and avid member of Advent Lutheran Church.

Survivors include son Paul “Hammer” (Terry) Regnitz; grandchildren Caroline (Scott) Brandt and John (Angie) Regnitz; great grandchildren Jackson Brandt, Reese and Kamryn Regnitz; sisters Judy (Reuben dec.) Weidmann (nee Witt) and Rayola (Johnald) Strey (nee Witt); nieces and nephews Jeffrey (Cathey) Weidmann, Larry Weidmann, Connie (Cody) Strook (nee Strey) and Johnald (Emily) Strey, other relatives and friends. Preceded in death by her husband John Regnitz.

The family wishes to thank all the members of Jane’s medical team over the last few months for all their compassion and hard work. With the help of Horizon Home Care and Hospice, Jane was able to fulfill her wish of dying in the comfort of her own home, surrounded by her family. 

The Mueller Funeral Home of Cedarburg is serving the family.

EASTERN DIVISION
West Allis Nighthawks at North Shore, postponed
New Berlin at Racine Kiwanis, postponed
New Berlin 9-2, Butler 2-1
Racine Kiwanis 13-10, North Shore 0-0

NORTHERN DIVISION
Plymouth 12, Howards Grove 0, 8 innings
Thiensville-Mequon 16, West Bend Benders 1, 7 innings
Cedarburg 4, Grafton 3
Port Washington 7, Saukville 6
Plymouth 5, Cedarburg 4, 10 innings
Port Washington 4, Thiensville-Mequon 3, 10 innings

SOUTHWESTERN DIVISION
Burlington 3, Dousman 2, 6 innings
Rome at Waterford, postponed
North Prairie 4, Genesee 3
Rome 3, Ixonia 1
Burlington 3-7, Oconomowoc Titans 1-3
Genesee 6, Ixonia 4, 10 innings
Waukesha 11, Waterford 8

WESTERN DIVISION
Brookfield Bulldogs 1, Brookfield Blue Sox 0
Menomonee Falls 3, West Bend 7UP 0
North Lake 12, Monches 0
Oconomowoc 5-Os 15, Merton 14
Pewaukee 19, Hartland 3, 7 innings
Sussex 6, Lannon 3
Brookfield Blue Sox 11, North Lake 4
Brookfield Bulldogs 3, Sussex 1
Lannon 12, Hartland 3
Monches 6, Oconomowoc 5-Os 4
Pewaukee 5, Menomonee Falls 0
West Bend 7UP 10, Merton 5

The all-star teams from the Eastern and Northern Divisions will get together on Sunday July 13 at Dickmann Field in Grady Park in Saukville at 130pm. Following are the team rosters. A * denotes the elected starter.

EASTERN DIVISON all-stars
Manager - Brian Prusinski, Muskego
Pitchers - *Adam Vlaj, New Berlin; Cole Borek, Muskego; Dave Mihlsimmer, Muskego; Alex Tomter, West Allis Nighthawks; Nate Friday, North Shore; Bryan Kratzer, North Shore
Catchers - *Jake Kolasinski, New Berlin; Nick Jablonski, North Shore
1st Basemen - *Josh Serio, New Berlin; Nick Lehner, Racine Kiwanis
2nd Basemen - *Ryan Treichel, West Allis Nighthawks; Ian Vance-Curzan, North Shore
3rd Basemen - *Kurt Hegermann, Butler; Tyler Magyar, New Berlin
Shortstops - *Nate Simons, Racine Kiwanis; Nate Van Ells, Butler
Outfielders - *Ryan Welch, West Allis Nighthawks; *Ryan Ruedinger, Racine Kiwanis; *Joel Sharon, North Shore; Jake Jewell, Muskego; Nick Sotiros, New Berlin; Kyle Kegeman, New Berlin; Nick Voltner, Butler
Designated Hitter - *Eric Weisbrod, Racine Kiwanis; Justin Hunt, North Shore

NORTHERN DIVISION all-stars
(third outfield starter to be determined by manager)
Manager - Joe Glynn, Cedarburg
Coach - Dave Dickmann, Saukville
Pitchers - *Josh Ruppel, Thiensville-Mequon; Ryan Wachter, Plymouth; Aaron Brockman, Port Washington; Zach Lauterbach, Cedarburg; Casey Johnson, Saukville
Catchers - *Bryce Skelton, Howards Grove; Ben Binversie, Thiensville-Mequon
1st Basemen - *Brady Callahan, Howards Grove; Ross Zahour, Cedarburg
2nd Basemen - *Ryan Romens, Port Washington; Mike Sherrick, Saukville
3rd Basemen - *Dustin Kesner, Grafton; Dane Blake, West Bend Benders
Shortstops - *Kyle Kichura, Port Washington; Cole Reinemann, Howards Grove
Outfielders - *Cole Granrath, Saukville; *Mike Pruefer, Grafton; Colten Poellinger, Thiensville-Mequon; Josh Schneider, West Bend Benders; Paul Smith, Port Washington; Ian Tucker, Saukville
Designated Hitter - *Justin Behm, Port Washignton; Drew Worth, Thiensville-Mequon

James 'Jim" Dibb of Hartland passed away on Wednesday July 23 at age 87. Jim was elected to the LOL Hall of Fame in 2002 as the winner of the League Meritorious Award.

Loving husband for 67 years to Winifred (nee Weber). Loving Father of the late Stephen (Joyce) Dibb, Donna (Richard) Wentarmini, James (Jean) Dibb , John (Patti) Dibb, Randall (Luann) Dibb, Jerome (Dawn) Dibb and Lisa (Richard) Suminski. Special Grandpa to Jason, Chad, Troy, Heidi, Erika, Adam, Tammy, Kelsey, Becca, Josh, Sarah, Jake, Alison, Scott, Martha, Jessie, Crystal, Jeremy, Sam and Natalie. Special Papa to Hannah, Julian, Athena, Zoe, Haley, Colin, Abigail, Jaelynn, Jamos, Giovanni, Emiliano, Teigen, Tahlia, Keegan and Conrad. Preceded in death by his parents Clarence and Ann Dibb, brother, Roy (Irish) Dibb and sister, Mildred (Hoyt) Shadrick. He is further survived by many relatives and friends.  

2007 ALL LEAGUE TEAM – NORTHERN DIVISION
Pitchers - Steve Hopfensperger, Cedarburg and Joe Daniels, Cedarburg
Catcher - John Regnitz, Cedarburg
1st Baseman - Ian Tucker, Saukville
2nd Baseman - Nolan Gilbertson, Cedarburg
3rd Baseman - Butch Cain, Plymouth
Shortstop - Brian Bert, Cedarburg
Outfielders - Cole Granrath, Saukville; Paul Hanschke, Cedarburg; Brad Kitt, Port Washington and Joe Riebe, Grafton
Designated Hitter - Nick Heiting, Port Washington
Utility Player - Ross Zahour, Cedarburg

NORTHERN DIVISION INDIVIDUAL AWARDS
Batting Champion - .464, Nolan Gilbertson, Cedarburg
Home Run Champion - 4 each, Nolan Gilbertson, Cedarburg and Cole Granrath, Saukville
Manager of the Year - Rick Meyer, Plymouth
Rookie Pitcher - Eric Valenstien, Howards Grove
Rookie Player - Tim Goodearle, West Bend
All Star Game Most Valuable Player - Joel Zalewski, Saukville
Most Valuable Pitcher - Steve Hopfensperger, Cedarburg
Most Valuable Player - Nolan Gilbertson, Cedarburg
Fan of the Year - Don Pruefer, Campbellsport

GOLD GLOVE WINNERS (as selected by individual teams for their defensive play)
Cedarburg – John Regnitz, Grafton – Joe Riebe, Howards Grove – Justin Pourier, Plymouth – Jordan Vater, Port Washington – Justin Behm, Saukville – Kyle Dieringer, Thiensville-Mequon – Ryan Finnerty, West Bend – Joel Seagraves

2007 TEAM AWARDS
Post-Season Tournament Champion – Cedarburg Mercs – Joe Glynn, manager
3rd Place Team Award – Saukville Saints – Dave Dickmann, manager
2nd Place Team Award – Plymouth Flames – Rick Meyer, manager
Jake Oelhafen Championship Trophy – Cedarburg Mercs – Joe Glynn, manager

2007 INDIVIDUAL HITTING (minimum 14 games and 50 at bats and/or walks)
Nolan Gilbertson (Cedarburg) .464, Joe Riebe (Grafton) .456, Butch Cain (Plymouth) .408, Paul Hanschke (Cedarburg) .408, Tom Gaertig (Cedarburg) .383, John Regnitz (Cedarburg) .365, Ross Zahour (Cedarburg) .359, Tim Goodearle (West Bend) .358, Nick Heiting (Port Washington) .353, Joel Zalewski (Saukville) .337, Brian Bert (Cedarburg) .333, Cole Granrath (Saukville) .333, Brad Kitt (Port Washington) .328, Ryan Finnerty (Thiensville-Mequon) .324, Kyle Kichura (Port Washington) .324, Justin Pourier (Howards Grove) .317, Jordan Vater (Plymouth) .313, Tony Wheaton (Saukville) .309, Kyle Dieringer (Saukville) .306, A.J. Wellna (Howards Grove) .300

2007 TEAM HITTING (arranged by batting average)
Cedarburg .312, Saukville .282, Howards Grove .274, Grafton .259, Port Washington .254, Plymouth .252, West Bend .247, Thiensville-Mequon .236

2007 INDIVIDUAL PITCHING (minimum 20 innings and 3 decisions and/or saves)
Steve Hopfensperger (Cedarburg) 6-0 1.000, Joe Daniels (Cedarburg) 10-2 .833, Ryan Wachter (Plymouth) 4-1 .800, Jordan Vater (Plymouth) 3-1 .750, Eric Litke (Saukville) 7-3 .700, Chad Nickolai (Plymouth) 4-2 .667, Nick Wycklendt (Grafton) 4-2 .667, Eric Valenstein (Howards Grove) 3-2 .600, Matt Soderlund (Port Washington) 3-2 .600, Adam Knepprath (Port Washington) 4-3 .571, Mickey Pruefer (West Bend) 4-3 .571

2007 TEAM PITCHING (arranged by earned run average)
Cedarburg 2.35, Saukville 3.27, Plymouth 3.71, Port Washington 4.07, West Bend 4.24, Thiensville-Mequon 4.26, Howards Grove 4.44, Grafton 4.63

2007 LAND O' LAKES LEAGUE GRAND CHAMPIONS
Oconomowoc Five-O's

2007 LOL REGULAR SEASON CHAMPIONS
EASTERN DIVISION - Butler Dunns
NORTHERN DIVISION - Cedarburg Mercs
SOUTHWESTERN DIVISION - Waterford Rivermen
WESTERN DIVISION - Oconomowoc Five-O's

Team Most Valuable Players
Delavan - Scott Campbell
Dousman - Dave Roberts
East Troy - Pitching Staff
Genessee - Jason Infusino
Farmington - Cale Hecht
Mukwonago - Ryan Toshner
North Prairie - Matt Herbert and Scott Matyas
Rome - none selected
Sullivan - Ray Koscak
Waterford - Chris Harmeling

Individual Division Awards
Manager of the Year - Bart Nowicki, Waterford
Most Valuable Player - Adam Brechtl, Waterford
Mike Trebitowski (most valuable pitcher) Award - Matt Herbert and Scott Matyas, North Prairie
Larry Holland (MVP of all-star game) Memorial Award - Matt Herbert, North Prairie
Eugene Zimmerman (rookie of the year) Award - Scott Matyas, North Prairie
Home Run Champion (9) - Adam Brechtl, Waterford
Batting Champion (.481) - Jason Infusino, Genessee
18 Game Hitting Streak - Chris Harmeling, Waterford
No Hit Games - Scott Matyas, North Prairie; Matt Herbert, North Prairie; Matt Demaris, Genessee
Umpire of the Year - Chris Szylvola

Team Awards
3rd Place - North Prairie Dawgs, manager Mark Wendelberger
2nd Place - Delavan Blackhawks, manager Dave Henriott
1st Place - Waterford Rivermen, manager Bart Nowicki

Top Hitters
Jason Infusino - Gen (.481), Chris Harmeling - Wat (.473), Adam Brechtl - Wat (.458), Joel Meier - Gen (.457), Justin Keegan - ET (.442), Jon Stillman - NP (.435), Brad Nowicki - Wat (.433), Tony Chapman - Wat (.415), Bart Nowicki - Wat (.412), Jason Morgan - Wat (.411), Tim Poulson - NP (.407), Cody Nowak - NP (.406), Brian Karasti - Sul (.390), Steve Ems - Wat (.373), Jake Brown - Rom (.364), Aaron Rank - Wat (.362), Jerod Haxton - Rom (.345), Derek Stebbins - Gen (.339), Andy Hemmer - NP (.333), Scott Matyas - NP (.327), Sean Fleming - Gen (.324), Dan Stefansky - NP (.321), Cale Hecht - Far (.311), Kris Holmes - Far (.305), Matt Bauer - Gen (.302), Aaron Linse - Rom (.302), Scott Blakeway - NP (.300)

Eastern Division All-League Team - 2007
Pitchers - Andy Keller, Butler and Geoff Ziesemer, West Allis
Catcher - Joel Hoberg, West Allis
First Baseman - Tom Donovan, New Berlin
Second Baseman - Brian Stoecklein, West Allis
Third Baseman - Michael Pena, Racine Kiwanis
Shortstop - John Stetzenbach, West Allis
Outfielders - Andy Schwall, West Allis; Jeff Donovan, New Berlin; Sam Jansen, Butler
Designated Hitter - Ryan Gilboy, Racine Kiwanis
Utility Player - Matt Anderson, Butler

Major Individual Awards
Most Valuable Player - Brian Stoecklein, West Allis
Rookie of the Year - Jeff Donovan, New Berlin
Manager of the Year - Steve Dunn, Butler

Individual Awards Winners
Most Valuable Player - Jeff Rhoads, Oconomowoc
Batting Champion - Shane Davis, Brookfield Bulldogs, .474
Home Run Champion - Mike Mueller, West Bend, 9
Top Pitcher - Luke Nelson, Oconomowoc, 5-1
Manager of the Year - Jeff Rhoads, Oconomowoc
Rookie of the Year - Kevin Doerr, Monches
Commissioner's Award - Walter O' Malley, Brookfield Bulldogs and Jim Gasper, Sussex
Lloyd Dieball Umpires Meritorious Service Award - Tim Kemnitz
Scorekeeping Awards - Tom Schuldt, Sussex; Andy Hoenecke, West Bend

Team Most Valuable Players
Brookfield Blue Sox - John Arnold, Brookfield Bulldogs - Josh Eidt, Hartland - Brian Laabs, Lannon - Ron Kozlowski, Menomonee Falls - Curt Weiskirch, Merton - Scott Mathias, Monches - Kevin Doerr, North Lake - Nick Kernos, Oconomowoc - Jeff Rhoads, Pewaukee - Robert Michalkiewicz, Sussex - Matt Kopp, West Bend - Mike Mueller

Fan Appreciation Awards
Brookfield Blue Sox - Stu Pease, Brookfield Bulldogs - Amy Gaeth, Hartland - Ray and Gloria Fechteau, Lannon - Rollie Weyker, Menomonee Falls - Ben Bartoszuk, Merton - Jason Morrill and Kate Gucwa, Monches - Ruth Lubbert and Ony Janichek, North Lake - Kelly Hawkinson, Oconomowoc - Mike and Gavin Schuyler, Pewaukee - Terry and Mary Zimmerman, Sussex - Ken and Sandy MacPherson, West Bend - Bart and Rita Bartholomew

Top Hitters
Shane Davis, BBD, 474; Jeff Rhoads, OCO, 470; Jason Rutz, BBD, 447; Dean Haase, LAN, 429; Derek Nelson, OCO, 408; Kevin Doerr, MON, 404; Mike Mueller, WB and Seth Kroenke, SUS, 403, Luke Nelson, OCO; Ron Kozlowski, LAN; Bob Manders, LAN and Ernest Castro, BBD, 397; Scott Doffek, LAN, 393; Dan Rubatt, MF, 385; Todd Johnson, SUS, 383; Mike Mitchell, OCO, 375; Paul Archambault, BBS, 373; Nick Ghelfi, SUS and Erik Kraemer, WB, 359; Nick Kemos, NL, 358; Mike Grabarczyk, HAR, 354; Pat Tobiasz, BBS, 349

Home Run Leaders
Mike Mueller, WB, 9; Jeff Rhoads, OCO and Mike Mitchell, OCO, 6; Shane Davis, BBD and Mike Grabarczyk, HAR, 5; Seth Kroenke, SUS and Scott Booth, BBD, 4

Top Pitchers
Rob Becker, OCO, 7-0; Luke Nelson, OCO, 5-1; Ron Kozlowski, LAN, 6-2; Robert Michalkiewicz, PEW, 5-2; Andy Hetebrueg, WB, 4-2; Josh Eidt, BBD, 6-4; John Arnold, BBS, 9-6; Matt Kopp, SUS, 7-5; Don August, MF, 4-4

Other Items of Note
Besides the LOL grand champion (Oconomowoc), Western Division teams also won the SWABA tournament (Lannon) and Tri-County Night League (Brookfield Bulldogs).

First Round - Saturday August 29
Lannon 1, Cedarburg 0
New Berlin 9, Waterford 3

Second Round - Sunday August 30
New Berlin 5, Cedarburg 3 (Cedarburg eliminated)
Waterford 5, Lannon 4

Third Round - Sunday September 6
Lannon 3, New Berlin 0

Semifinals - Sunday September 13
New Berlin 4, Waterford 3 (Waterford eliminated)

Championship - Sunday September 20
Lannon 14, New Berlin 5 (New Berlin eliminated)

Regular Season Champions
Eastern Division - New Berlin (North group) - Racine Kiwanis (south group)
Northern Division - Port Washington
Southwestern Division - Genoa City
Western Division - Oconomowoc

Division Tournament Champions
Eastern - New Berlin
Northern - Cedarburg
Southwestern -Waterford
Western - Lannon

The 2009 Western Division season awards were handed out at the annual awards banquet on October 3 at Hartbrook Lanes in Hartland.

Most Valuable Player - Luke Nelson, Oconomowoc
Batting Champion - Tim Mertins, Hartland (.508)
Home Run Champion - Seth Kroenke, Sussex (9)
Top Pitcher - Like Nelson, Oconomowoc (9-1)
Manager of the Year - Pat Smith, Monches
Rookie of the Year - Zach Kozlowski, Lannon
Lloyd Dieball Umpires Meritorious Services Award - John Klebesadel
Scorekeeper Award - Tom Schuldt, Sussex

Team Most Valuable Players
Brookfield Blue Sox - Jeff Lemmermann and Ken Poniewaz
Brookfield Bulldogs - Greg Basthemer, Kris Franzen
Hartland - Tim Mertins
Lannon - Dean Haase, Zach Kozlowski
Menomonee Falls - Jeff Lueck
Merton - Kaiton Yawney
Monches - Bryan Kieffer
North Lake - Ryan Gunderson
Oconomowoc - Luke Nelson
Pewaukee - Rob Brockel
Sussex - Seth Kroenke
West Bend Seven Up - Mike Mueller

Fan Appreciation Awards
Brookfield Blue Sox - Bill and Marjorie Fox
Brookfield Bulldogs - Gerald and Pam Rutz
Hartland - The Myers Brothers, Chief
Lannon - Mark and Jean Erd
Menomonee Falls - George Toth
Merton - Tiffany Caldwell
Monches - Rollie McCrackin
North Lake - Terry Stapleton
Oconomowoc - Cheri and Randy Luck
Pewaukee - Mary Wichser
Sussex - Kurt Obermayr, Kristin (Bubbles) Bubolz
West Bend Seven Up - Tom Fischer

2009 Western Division Top Hitters - Tim Mertins (H) 508, Derek Nelson (O) 492, Jeff Rhoads (O) 488, Dean Haase (L) 459, Zach Kozlowski (L) 458, Erik Kraemer (WB) 458, Mike Jacobs (BBL) 452, Mike Mueller (WB) 439, Seth Kroenke (S) 435, Bob Manders (L) 431, Kris Franzen (BBL) 424, Ken Poniewas (BBS) 406, Jason Rutz (BBL) 393, Luke Nelson (O) 390, Drew Volkman (H) 385, Jim Kais (S)375, Shane Davis (BBL) 373, Jeff Lueck (MF) 372, Kurt Wolf (MT) 370, Marcus Greiber (H) 370, Tom Zimmerman (P) 364, Andy Hetebrueg (WB) 362, Dan Green (MF) 361, Nick Higgins (MF) 359, Todd Johnson (S) 359, Bryan Metzger (L) 358, Ron Kozlowski (L) 351, Paul Archambault (BBS) 347, Scott Hagen (L) 345, Alex Erdman (MF) 340

Home Run Leaders - Seth Kroenke (S) 9, Mike Mueller (WB) and Ken Poniewas (BBS) 7, Jeff Rhoads (O) 6, Luke Nelson (O) 5, Erik Kraener (WB) Bob Manders (L) and Ernest Castro (BBL) 4

Pitching Leaders - Luke Nelson (O) 9-1, Eric Rohe (L) 6-1, Greg Basthemer (BBL) 7-2, Mark Erickson (BBL) 5-2, Don August (MF) 8-4, Darin Leveraus (S) 7-6, Bryant Bullock (WB) 3-3, Jed Justman (WB) 3-3, Erick Van Beck (MO) 3-3

2009 Final Regular Season Standings
15-3 Oconomowoc
14-4 Lannon
12-6 Brookfield Bulldogs
12-6 Sussex
11-7 Pewaukee
11-7 West Bend Seven Up
10-8 Menomonee Falls
9-9 Monches
4-14 Brookfield Blue Sox
4-14 Hartland
3-15 Merton
3-15 North Lake

2009 Divisional Playoffs
First Round - Saturday August 15
(6) West Bend Seven Up 4, (3) Sussex 3
(5) Pewaukee 6, (4) Brookfield Bulldogs 3

Semifinals - Sunday August 16
(1) Oconomowoc 4, Pewaukee 3
(2) Lannon 7, West Bend Seven Up 2

Tournament Final - Saturday August 22 - Lannon 8, Oconomowoc 3
Division Final - Sunday August 23 - Lannon 18, Oconomowoc 6

3rd Place Team Award - Brookfield Bulldogs and Sussex
2nd Place Team Award - Lannon
1st Place Team Award - Oconomowoc

2009 Western Division Champions - 2009 LOL Grand Champions - Lannon Stonemen

Longtime LOL Northern Division commissioner Carl Kuss will be inducted into the UW-River Falls Hall of Fame. Click on the link below to read a story about Carl that appeared in the West Bend Daily News on Tuesday October 6, 2009. Kuss induction

LAND O’ LAKES NORTHERN DIVISION 2009 POST-SEASON AWARDS

ALL LEAGUE TEAM – NORTHERN DIVISION
Pitchers - Casey Johnson (Saukville) and Jon Deboer (Port Washington)
Catcher - Peter Reschke (Howards Grove)
1st Baseman - Chris Laurishke (Port Washington)
2nd Baseman - Paul Gloede (Plymouth)
3rd Basemaen - Nick Heiting (Port Washington) and Ross Zahour (Cedarburg)
Shortstop - Kyle Kichura (Port Washington)
Outfielders - Cole Granrath (Saukville), Nolan Gilbertson (Cedarburg), Paul Hanschke (Cedarburg), P.J. Weber (Howards Grove)
Designated Hitter - Nick Reschke (Howards Grove)
Utility Player - Zach Prideaux (Thiensville-Mequon)

INDIVIDUAL AWARDS
Batting Champion (.439) - Zach Prideaux (Thiensville-Mequon)
Home Run Champion (4) - Cole Granrath (Saukville)
No Hit – No Run Game - Jon DeBoer (Port Washington)
Manager of the Year - Justin Behm (Port Washington)
All-Star Game Top Player - Cole Granrath (Saukville)
Most Valuable Pitcher - Casey Johnson (Saukville)
Most Valuable Player - Cole Granrath (Saukville)
Rookie Pitcher - Tyler Geidel (Thiensville-Mequon)
Rookie Player - Chris Laurishke (Port Washington)
Fan of the Year - Mike Daniels, Cedarburg
Commissioner’s Award - Greg Ebbert, Mequon

GOLD GLOVE WINNERS (as selected by teams)
Joe Reichhart (Cedarburg), Dustin Kesnner and Brian Durst (Grafton), Chris Daun (Howards Grove), Eric Heidenreiter (Cedarburg), Brad Young (Port Washington), Mike Sherrick (Saukville), Ryan Finnerty (Thiensville-Mequon, Tim Pauly (West Bend Benders)

2009 FANS OF THE YEAR (as selected by teams)
Mike Daniels (Cedarburg), Lynn Walter and Don Pruefer, Sr. (Grafton), Chuck Reschke (Howards Grove), Randy Schmitz (Plymouth), Gary Heiting and Nichole Kichura (Port Washington), Butch and Diane Wendtland (Saukville), Fred and Meredith Geidel (Thiensville-Mequon), Alan Seagraves (West Bend Benders)

2009 TEAM AWARDS
Tournament Champion – Cedarburg Mercs
3rd Place Team Award – Saukville Saints
2nd Place Team Award – Cedarburg Mercs
Jake Oelhafen Championship Trophy – Port Washington Lakers

FINAL 2009 INDIVIDUAL HITTING(minimum 14 games played and 56 plate appearances)
Zach Prideaux (TM) 439, Cole Granrath (SA) 420, Nolan Gilbertson (CE) 419, Peter Reschke (HG) 406, Dustin Kesner (GR) 397, Nick Reschke (HG) 379, Chris Laurishke (PW) 373, Ross Zahour (CE) 372, Paul Hanschke (CE) 367, Tom Lorenzen (PW) 364, Nick Heiting (PW) 352, Justin Behm (PW) 349, Kyle Kichura (PW) 347, Joel Zalewski (SA) 347, John Regnitz (CE) 345, Brian Bert (CE) 342, P.J. Weber (HG) 338, Paul Gloede (PL) 333, Cory McEwen (TM) 329, Joe Reichhart (CE) 328, Mike Pruefer (GR) 312, Ed Kozlowski (PW) 309, Andy Taft (HG) 305, Eric Heidenreiter (PL) 304, Tony Wheaton (SA) 300, Matt Gilbertson (CE) 297, Brad Kitt (PW) 286, Evan Walsh (PL) 286, Matt Mayer (TM) 283, Nick Wycklendt (GR) 278, Dano Schoeneberg (TM) 277

TOP INDIVIDUAL PITCHING RECORDS (minimum 23 innings and 4 decisions)
Jon Deboer (PW) 6-2, P.J. Weber (HG) 3-1, Nick Reschke (HG) 3-1, Matt Soderlund (PW) 5-2, Joe Daniels (CE) 5-2, Steve Hopfensperger (CE) 7-3, Casey Johnson (SA) 6-3, Evan Walsh (TM) 4-2, Tyler Geidel (TM) 3-2, Eric Litke (SA) 2-2, Matt Schroeder (HG) 2-2

TOP INDIVIDUAL PITCHING BY EARNED RUN AVERAGE (minimum 23 innings)
Casey Johnson (SA), 1.36, P.J. Weber (HG) 2.43, Jon Deboer (PW) 2.45, Ben Stanczyk (HG) 2.48, Matt Soderlund (PW) 2.65, Chris Mathis (PW) 3.09, Brian Hirschinger (GR) 3.63, Steve Hopfensperger (CE) 3.81, Mike Sherrick (SA) 3.89, Joe Daniels (CE) 5-2, Tyler Geidel (TM) 4.04, Joel Seagraves (WB) 4.05, Eric Litke (SA) 4.11, Evan Walsh (PL) 4.55, Chad Nickolai (PL) 4.72, Eric Kemph (WB) 4.78, Matt Schroeder (HG) 5.40, Nick Reschke (HG) 5.54, Randy Rennicke (TM) 5.82

FINAL TEAM BATTING AVERAGES
Cedarburg 332, Port Washington 304, Thiensville-Mequon 295, Saukville 284, Howards Grove 284, Plymouth 254, Grafton 244, West Bend Benders 197

FINAL 2009 TEAM PITCHING EARNED RUN AVERAGES
Saukville 2.57, Port Washington 2.74, Howards Grove 3.48, Cedarburg 3.72, Grafton 5.15, Plymouth 5.77, Thiensville-Mequon 5.88, West Bend Benders 6.61

At Veteran's Memorial Park in Delavan, the Eastern all-star team defeated the Southwestern all-star team 12-6. At Memorial Park in Howards Grove, the Western all-star team scored three runs in the top of the ninth inning to edge the Northern all-stars 5-4. Click on the 2010 All-Star game Information tab in the left-hand column to review game results and team rosters.

EASTERN DIVISION
(S2) Muskego 3, (S3) Racine Kiwanis 2
(N4) West Allis 9, (N3) North Shore 6
(S1) Kenosha Merchants 11, (S4) Franklin 1
(N2) Butler 9, (N5) Waukesha 3

North group semifinal: West Allis 4, Butler 3
South group final: Kenosha Merchants 5, Muskego 4
North group final: West Allis 8, New Berlin 2

Divison Best-of-Three Finals
Game 1: Kenosha Merchants 5, West Allis 4
Game 2: Merchants 15, West Allis 1
Merchants win series 2-0

SOUTHWESTERN DIVISION
First Round: (4) East Troy 7, (5) Genessee 2
First Round: (6) Delavan 9, (3) Rome 3
Semifinal: (2) Burlington 8, East Troy 5
Semifinal: Delavan 9, (1) Waterford 8
Final: Burlington 6, Delavan 5

WESTERN DIVISION
First Round: (3) Oconomowoc 4, (6) Pewaukee 3
First Round: (4) Brookfield Blue Sox 7, (5) Sussex 4
Semifinal: (1) West Bend Seven Up 14, Brookfield Blue Sox 2, 7 innings
Semifinal: (2) Brookfield Bulldogs 6, (3) Oconomowoc 5, 11 innings
Tournament Final: Brookfield Bulldogs 9, West Bend Seven Up 2
Division Final: West Bend Seven Up 2, Brookfield Bulldogs 0

First Round - Saturday August 28
Kenosha Merchants 3, Burlington 1, 10 innings
West Bend 7-Up 9, Cedarburg 7

Second Round - Sunday August 29
West Bend 7-Up 8, Kenosha Merchants 3
Burlington 7, Cedarburg 4 (Cedarburg eliminated)

Third Round - Sunday September 5
West Bend 7-Up 4, Burlington 1 (Burlington eliminated)

Championship - Sunday September 12
West Bend 7-Up 14, Kenosha Merchants 0 (Kenosha eliminated)

Merchants 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 – 0 6 6
7-Up 5 1 0 0 0 6 2 0 x – 14 13 0
K – Mitch Loches, Dan Weber (6) and Matt Soderland. WB – Andy Hetebrueg, Bryant Bullock (9) and Mike Mueller. W – Hetebrueg. L – Loches. HR – WB, Mueller 2, Billy Bynum.

WEST BEND - Pounding out 14 hits, West Bend 7-Up cruised past the Kenosha Merchants 14-0 Sunday to win the 2010 Land O’ Lakes baseball grand championship. The championship is the third for West Bend while Kenosha was making their first appearance in the grand championship in their second year of existence.

Seven-Up scored all the runs they would need in the first inning as leadoff hitter Taylor Koth reached on an error. Andy Hetebrueg singled ahead of the first of two Mike Mueller home runs on the day. The other runs in the inning scored on an Adam Rohlinger double and Jed Justman infield grounder that was muffed. West Bend added another run in the second inning when Erik Kraemer’s grounder was bobbled.

West Bend blew the game open in the sixth, sending 12 batters to the plate in scoring six times, starting with Kraemer’s sacrifice fly. Rohlinger and Billy Bynum followed with run-scoring singles before Dan Mueller’s fly ball was dropped, allowing two runs to score. Mueller later scored on Koth’s single.

Bynum and Mike Mueller each connected on solo home runs in the seventh inning to conclude West Bend’s scoring.

Kenosha’s only scoring chance came in the seventh inning when they loaded the bases with one out. West Bend worked out of the jam thanks to a double play.

Mike Mueller collected three hits for West Bend while Rohlinger, Bynum, Justman and Hetebrueg each had two. For Kenosha, Josh Albers had two hits.

On the mound, Hetebrueg struck out 10 batters.

Division Regular Season Champions
Eastern - New Berlin (North group) and Kenosha Merchants (South group)
Northern - Cedarburg
Southwestern - Waterford
Western - West Bend 7-Up

Division Tournament Champions
Eastern - Kenosha Merchants
Northern - Cedarburg
Southwestern - Burlington
Western - West Bend 7-Up

2010 LOL Grand Champions -West Bend 7-Up

Most Valuable Player -Adam Brechtl, Waterford
Most Valuable Pitcher -Jeff Smith, Rome
Manager of the Year -Ryan Hoffman, Burlington
Larry Holland Award (All Star Game MVP) -Chris Sagert, Ixonia
Eugene Zimmerman Award (Rookie of the Year) -John Capasso, Burlington
Home Run Champion (5) -Adam Brechtl, Waterford and Justin Radical, Dousman
Batting Champion (.493) -Adam Brechtl, Waterford
Umpire of the Year -Ken Hanson

Individual Awards
Most Valuable Player - Dean Haase, Lannon
Batting Champion (.486) - Jeff Rhoads, Oconomowoc
Home Run Champion (7) - Dean Haase, Lannon
Top Pitcher - Greg Basthemer (8-4), Brookfield Bulldogs
Manager of the Year - Erik Kraemer, West Bend 7-Up
Rookie of the Year - Mike Kovach, Menomonee Falls and Eric Schmitz, Pewaukee
Commissioner's Awards - Steve Rhoads, Oconomowoc and Jim Pease, Brookfield Blue Sox
Lloyd Dieball Umpires Meritorious Service Award -Erich Uebersohn
Scorekeeping Award - Tom Schuldt, Sussex

Team Most Valuable Players
Jeff Lemmermann, Brookfield Blue Sox
Kris Franzen, Brookfield Bulldogs
Jake Dibb, Hartland
Dean Haase, Lannon
Mike Kovach, Menomonee Falls
Chris Price, Merton
Jimy Landwehr, Monches
Matt Lopez, North Lake
Luke Nelson, Oconomowoc
Nick Wichser, Pewaukee
Bryan Laabs, Sussex
Andy Hetebrueg, West Bend 7-Up

Fan Appreciation Awards
Amy and Macey Pease, Brookfield Blue Sox
Dina Lemke, Brookfield Bulldogs
Bailey Briggs and Kirsten Noll, Hartland
Dave Miller, Lannon
Gaylord and Marie Grande, Menomonee Falls
Drea Yawney, Merton
Tom and Mickie Heier, Monches
Jeremy Jahn, North Lake
Dick Thurow and Therese Lusic, Oconomowoc
Jim and Linda Bloedow, Pewaukee
Jeff Weyer, Sussex
George Kraener and Jerry Hoffman, West Bend 7-Up

Top Hitters
Jeff Rhoads (OC) 486, Jimy Landwehr (MO) 473, Kris Franzen (BBL) 458, Luke Nelson (OC) 456, Dean Haase (LA) 431), Nick Wichser (PE) 431, Adam Rohlinger (WB) 431, Seth Kroenke (SU) 429, Ernest Castro (BBL) 429, Erik Kraemer (WB) 415, Scott Booth (BBL) 403, Todd Johnson (SU) 400, Mike Mitchell (OC) 397, Kurt Sarcia (PE) 397, Scott Carberry (SU) 392, Nick Ghelfi (SU) 380, Steve Schultz (MO) 377, Bill Bynum (WB) 371, Nic Hoggins (MF) 368, Dan Green (MF) 362, Derek Nelson (OC) 362, Andy Hetebrueg (WB) 359, Bryant Bullock (WB) 358, Mike Kovach (MF) 355, Bill Posteluk (BBS) 354, Mike Grabarczyk (PE) 351, Jason Rutz (BBL) 347, Jed Justman (WB) 345, Cory Gasper (SU) 338, Dan Mueller (WB) 327, Tom Zimmerman (PE) 323), Greg Harder (PE) 320, Ryan Weissman (MF) 309, Chris Price (ME) 303, Brandon Reddinger (BBL) 302

Top Pitchers
Jeff Lemmermann (BBS) 8-0, Jed Justman (WB) 5-1, Bryant Bullock (WB) 6-2, Greg Basthemer (BBL) 8-4, Darin Leveraus (SU) 7-4, Don August (MF) 6-5, Eric Schmitz (PE) 4-4, Justin Mortenson (OC) 3-3

No-Hitter
by Andy Hetebrueg (WB) on 8-3-1010 over Oconomowoc 12-0

The following awards will be presented at the Northern Division awards banquet on October 23. Click on the banquet in the calendar below for banquet information.

2010 ALL-LEAGUE NORTHERN DIVISION TEAM
Pitchers - Steve Hofensperger (CE) and Joe Daniels (CE)
Catcher - Jordan Clark (GR)
1st Baseman - Justin Behm (PW)
2nd Baseman - Nolan Gilbertson (CE)
3rd Baseman - Joel Seagraves (WB)
Shortstop - Dustin Kesner (GR)
Outfielders - Cole Granrath (SA), John Vandenberg (CE), Paul Hanschke (CE)
Designated Hitter - Joel Zalewski (SA)
Utility Player - Ryan Finnerty (TM)

2010 INDIVIDUAL AWARDS
Batting Champion (.456) - John Vandenberg (CE)
Home Run Champion (5) - Cole Granrath (CE)
Manager of the Year - Joe Glynn (CE)
Co-Most Valuable Pitchers and Players of the Year - Joe Daniels (CE) and Steve Hopfensperger (CE)
Rookie Pitcher - E,J Sexton (WB)
Rookie Player - Jordan Clark (GR)
Co-All Star Game Players of the Game - Brady Bingham (TM) and Casey Johnson (SA)
Division Fan of the Year - Tod Christenson (PL)
Commissioner's Award - Vivian Laabs, Cedarburg

2010 GOLD GLOVE RECIPIENTS
Robby Proehl (CE), Max Pruefer (GR), Brent Robinson (HG), Dusty Medved (PL), Kyle Kichura (PW), Dan Dickmann (SA), Ryan Finnerty (TM), Matt Hotovec (WB)

2010 FANS OF THE YEAR
Al and Mary Bert (CE), Beth Delaney (GR), Elly Weber (HG), Tod Christenson (PL), Gary and Kim Heiting (PW), Vern Gantner and Jim Peterson (SA), Mike Bingham (TM), Diane Sexton (WB)

2010 TEAM AWARDS
3rd Place Team Awards - Thiensville-Mequon Twins and Port Washington Lakers
2nd Place Team Award - Saukville Saints
Jake Oelhafen Championship Trophy (1st place) - Cedarburg Mercs

FINAL 2010 INDIVIDUAL HITTING
John Vandenberg (CE) 456, Jordan Clark (GR) 433, Paul Hanschke (CE) 431, Dustin Kesner (GR) 414, Joel Zalewski (SA) 411, Cole Granrath (SA) 400, Robby Proehl (CE) 365, Ryan Finnerty (TM) 352, Nolan Gilbertson (CE) 351, Justin Behm (PW) 346, Matt Lamers (TM) 327, Nick Heiting (PW) 324, Chris Daun (HG) 323, Joel Seagraves (WB) 316, Chris Gallun (TM) 312, Matt Schroeder (HG) 310, John Regnitz (CE) 306, Kyle Dieringer (SA) 304, P.J. Weber (HG) 302, Chad Zutter (PW) 300, Chris Bennin (PL) 300

FINAL 2010 INDIVIDUAL PITCHING (W-L-S)
Joe Daniels (CE) 9-0-0, Steve Hopfensperger (CE) 8-0-1, Mitch Huffman (TM) 5-1-1, Joe Herm (PW) 5-1-1, Casey Johnson (SA) 6-2-0, Adam Knepprath (PW) 3-1-0, Evan Walsh (PL) 7-4-0, Max Pruefer (GR) 3-2-0, Mike Sherrick (SA) 3-3-1, Matt Schroeder (HG) 2-2-1, Zach Weber (HG) 2-3-0, Nick Wycklendt (GR) 3-5-0

Retired LOL Old Timers Association president Raymond John (Ray) Klink passed away on Monday January 17. A Mass of Resurrection for Ray was said on Tuesday January 25 at St. Dominic Catholic Church in Brookfield.

Ray was born on July 23, 1930 in North Lake, WI. He was preceded in death by his parents, Lucille (Hanrahan) and Francis Klink Sr., his sister Mary Book and brothers Francis Jr., Harold, and James. Survived by his beloved wife of 55 years Margaret A Klink (Weber) and daughter Robin (Brian) Higgins, and most treasured granddaughters, Emily Margaret and Molly Rae. Ray is further survived by his brother Pat (Jan) Klink, sisters-in law: Judy Klink, Sue Klink, Joyce Armstrong, special niece Marge (Doug) Teisl, many dear nieces, nephews and friends, and his devoted canine companion, Star.

Ray volunteered for service in the United States Army and played baseball while in the Army and later for Land 'O Lakes. Ray was inducted into the Land 'O Lakes Hall of Fame and the Wisconsin Hall of Fame in 1978 and he served as President of the Land O' Lakes Old Times Association.

Ray joined the Waukesha County Sheriff's Department as a deputy in 1958. He later became head of the Juvenile and Drug Enforcement Division and earned degrees from WCTI and Milton College in Criminal Justice. Ray later served on the Board of Trustees for Milton College. He was elected to the office of Waukesha County Sheriff in 1978 - an office he held until his retirement in 1992. Ray also served as Emergency Government Coordinator of the State of Wisconsin during this time. He was most proud of the D.A.R.E. program and the Sheriff's Department K-9 unit; both were initiated under his watch.

Ray enjoyed the outdoors and was an avid fisherman, pheasant hunter and golfer. He spent many hours on the water (or ice) or the links. He was active in St. Dominic parish in Brookfield and coached baseball and basketball for many years in the 1960's. He was part of a small group of men to begin the athletic association at St. Dominic's.

Ray's family thanks the staff at Wisconsin Heart Hospital and Dr. Ahuja for getting Ray home for one more Christmas. Special thanks to Dr. Donald Roach, Dr. David Engle and the staff at Elmbrook Memorial Hospital for the care given to Ray throughout his many recent hospitalizations. In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to Girl Scouts Wisconsin Southeast - Chinook Program Center. The Harder Funeral Home in Brookfield is serving the family.

Christopher R. Schroeder, 61, Oostburg died unexpectedly on Sunday night, April 17, 2011 after an apparent heart attack.

Chris was born on November 30, 1949 in Milwaukee, the son of the late Robert and Bernice (Hintz) Schroeder. He graduated from Homestead High School in Mequon in 1967 and continued his education at UW-Whitewater and UW-Milwaukee where he received his bachelor degree and played collegiate baseball and basketball. He earned his master degree from UW-LaCrosse. Chris was a history and physical education teacher for 37 years, having taught at Thiensville and Hartford for a brief time and then at Random Lake from 1979 until his retirement in 2010. On March 25, 1989 he married Lorie Damrow in Saukville.

Chris was a long-time first baseman for the Thiensville-Mequon Twins in the Northern Division and was elected to the LOL Hall of Fame in 2001.

Besides the LOL Hall of Fame, Chris was a member of the Wisconsin Basketball Coaches Association and the Oostburg Golf League. Chris was an outstanding athlete having a special love for baseball, basketball, golf, football, weight training, and bicycling. He coached hundreds of area youth and students throughout his career. He was a faithful fan to his two sons as they participated in many of their sports. Chris was a history buff and enjoyed traveling.

He is survived by his wife, Lorie of Oostburg; two sons, Bob Schroeder and Steve (Becky) Schroeder; both of West Bend; his brother Kurt Schroeder of Port Washington; and his mother-in-law, Cleo Damrow of Sheboygan.

Funeral services for Chris were held on Saturday, April 23, 2011 at the First Reformed Church in Oostburg with the Rev. Greg Whelton officiating. Burial followed at Wildwood Cemetery in Sheboygan.

For online condolences and additional information please visit www.wenigfuneralhome.com A memorial fund is being established in his name.

Sunday May 1 marked the beginning of the 90th year of Land O' Lakes baseball since Marty Weber Sr. organized the LOL in 1922. Play in the Southwestern and Western Divisions started on May 1. Northern Division action starts May 15 with the Eastern Division starting one week later.

At the bottom of this page is a rolling seven day schedule of all LOL games. Selected non-LOL games for LOL teams are also included.

Fans searching for directions to all LOL game fields can obtain them simply by clicking on the field name in the schedule at the bottom of this page. Clicking on the name will bring up a map of the location and general driving directions.

The annual LOL all-star games will be played at 1:30 pm on Sunday July 10. At North Lake, the East and West teams will battle while at Genessee, the North and Southwest teams battle.

Following are the respective division rosters that have been received by the webmaster.

EASTERN DIVISION
INFIELDERS - Randy Sobczyk - Butler, Bill Gorman - Butler, Tyler Eickmeyer - Kenosha, Nick Lingvay - Kenosha, Bob Dillon - Muskego, George Simons - Muskego, Nick Kelly - New Berlin, Deano Mlachnik - New Berlin

OUTFIELDERS - Justin Gross - Muskego, Jason Brunelli - New Berlin, Mike Sheski - Waukesha, Randy Reed - West Allis

CATCHERS - Zach Stewart - Butler, Marcos Cruz - Kenosha, Josh Beatka - Muskego

PITCHERS - George James - Butler, Mitch Lochen - Kenosha, Chris Dibb - New Berlin, Greg Donovan - New Berlin, Alex Tomter - West Allis, Mike Thrun - West Allis

UTILITY PLAYERS - Nick Blanchet - Muskego, Vince DiPlaris - Waukesha, Joel Hoberg - West Allis


NORTHERN DIVISION - * indicates starter

PITCHERS - *Joe Daniels - Cedarburg, Casey Johnson - Saukville, Travis Christenson - Plymouth, Joel Seagraves - West Bend Benders, Mickey Pruefer - Grafton

CATCHERS - *Jordan Clark - Grafton, Tom Lorenzen - Port Washington

1ST BASEMAN - *Chris Laurishke - Port Washington, Mike Walter - Grafton

2ND BASEMAN - *Nolan Gilbertson - Cedarburg, Max Pruefer - Grafton

3RD BASEMAN - *Nick Heiting - Port Washington, Parker Sear - CedarburG

SHORTSTOP - *Kyle Kichura - Port Washington, Dustin Kesner - Grafton

OUTFIELDER - *John Vandenberg - Cedarburg, *Cole Granrath - Saukville, *Robby Proehl - Cedarburg, Sam Keller Jr - West Bend Benders, Mike Pruefer - Grafton, Tom Dickmann - Saukville

DESIGNATED HITTER - *Justin Behm - Port Washington, Tim Pauly - West Bend Benders

UTILITY PLAYER - Ryan Finnerty - Thiensville-Mequon


SOUTHWESTERN DIVISION -* indicates starter

PITCHERS - Jeff Smith - Rome, Cody Peterson - Burlington, Nathan Boltz - Delavan, Todd Nabor - East Troy, Matt Lange - East Troy, Matt DeMarais - Genessee, Tyler Flood - Rome, Jordan Paszek - North Prairie

CATCHERS - *Bart Nowicki - Waterford, Mike Flood - Rome, Anthony Porcaro - Burlington

FIRST BASEMEN - *Chris Harmeling - Waterford, Chris Elliott - Genessee

SECOND BASEMEN - *Michael Gonzalez - Delavan, Mike Porcaro - Burlington

SHORTSTOPS - *Adam Brectl - Waterford, Jory Tess - East Troy

THIRD BASEMEN - *Tim Schlosser - Oconomowoc Titans, Ryan Semler - Wales

OUTFIELDERS - *Justin Keegan - East Troy, *Tommy Barons - Waterford, *Scott Dybivik - Rome, Hank Johnson - Delavan, Nick Jackson - Burlington, Tony Chapman - Waterford

DESIGNATED HITTER - *Justin Radical - Dousman

UTILITY PLAYER - Mike Perleberg - Ixonia


WESTERN DIVISION - * indicates election as starter

CATCHERS - *Mike Mueller - WB 7-Up, Dean Haase - Lannon

1ST BASEMAN - *Steve Schultz - Monches, Adam Rohlinger, WB 7-Up

2ND BASEMAN - *Cory Gasper - Sussex, Ryan Weismann - Menomonee Falls

SHORTSTOP - *Zach Kozlowski - Lannon, Nick Wichser - Pewaukee

3RD BASEMAN - *Drew Taylor - North Lake, Billy Bynum - WB 7-Up

OUTFIELDERS - *Brian Laabs - Sussex, *Kurt Sarcia - Pewaukee, *Seth Kroenke - Sussex, Jason Mayer - Menomonee Falls, Jeff Rhoads - Oconomowoc Five-O's, Mike Mierow - Brookfield Bulldogs

DESIGNATED HITTER - *Scott Booth - Brookfield Bulldogs, Steve Waier - Merton

UTILITY PLAYER - Jim Kalupa - Pewaukee, Nick Rechlicz, Brookfield Blue Sox, Craig Henschel - Hartland

PITCHER - Greg Basthemer - Brookfield Bulldogs, Eric Schmitz - Pewaukee, Darin Leveraus - Sussex, Jeff Lueck - Menomonee Falls, Sam Mulkey - Merton

It is with sadness that the LOL announces the passing of John Nelson of Waukesha on July 9 at age 74.

John was born on December 6, 1936 the son of the late Arthur and Geraldine Nelson. John was a Veteran of the United States Navy and a member of the Land O' Lakes Baseball League where he served as past commissioner. John also pitched for Genessee, Sullivan and Palmyra. He was the 2005 recipient of the LOL League Meritorious Award. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, and cheering on his favorite teams the Philadelphia Phillys and the Detroit Lions.

John will be sadly missed by his loving wife Betty of Waukesha. Cherished father of Barry and Berta Nelson of Waukesha. Beloved grandfather of Brad Nelson and Sara DeBord. Brother of Eric (Christine) Nelson of Arkdale. John was loved and will be remembered by other relatives and many dear friends.

He was preceded in death by his sister, Nancy Orchard and daughter Dawn Nelson.

Private family services will be held.

For online obituary and guest registry go to www.hdlfuneralhomes.com.
Mealy's Funeral Home in Eagle, 262-594-2442, is assisting the family.

Results of the LOL all-star games played on Sunday July 10

at Genessee - Southwest 11, North 9

at North Lake - West 8, East 7

Saturday August 27
Brookfield Bulldogs 16, West Allis Nighthawks 0
Cedarburg 11, East Troy 5

Sunday August 28
Brookfield 5, East Troy 2 (East Troy eliminated)
West Allis 4, Cedarburg 3

Saturday September 3
Cedarburg 7, Brookfield 2

Sunday September 4
Cedarburg 11, West Allis 8 (West Allis eliminated)

Sunday September 11
Brookfield 7, Cedarburg 6 (Cedarburg eliminated)

The Oconomowoc Five-O's defeated a combined team from Lannon and Sussex 11-10 on Tuesday night September 6 to win the Class A Southern Wisconsin Amateur Baseball Association championship.

Mercs 0 0 0 0 0 3 0 3 0 – 6 8 6
Bulldogs 0 2 1 0 0 1 1 2 x – 7 10 3
C – Joe Daniels and Joe Reichhart. B – Josh Eidt, Mark Erickson (8), Greg Basthemer (9) and MikeJacobs. W – Erickson. L – Daniels. S – Basthemer. HR – none.

BROOKFIELD – Scoring two runs in the bottom of the eighth inning, the Brookfield Bulldogs came from behind to defeat the Cedarburg Mercs 8-7 on Sunday to win the 2011 Land O’ Lakes grand championship.

The Bulldogs, champions of the Western Division, led for the majority of the game until the Northern Division champion Mercs scored three times in the top of the eighth inning to take their first lead of the game at 6-5. Brookfield answered with two runs in their half. Jason Rutz reached on a fielders choice and scored the tying run on Kris Franzen’s triple. Scott Booth singled Franzen home with the game-winner.

Cedarburg’s eighth inning rally started with Brian Bert’s leadoff single, followed by a double by Nolan Gilbertson. Both runners scored on John Regnitz’s single. After a single by Ross Zahour, Joe Reichhart’s infield grounder was muffed, allowing Regnitz to score.

Brookfield’s starting pitcher, Josh Eidt, was again a tough puzzle to solve for the Mercs. He did not allow a base runner until Gilbertson’s one-out single in the fourth. Eidt struck out seven and walked three in seven innings of work.

The Bulldogs scored first in the second inning to take a 2-0 lead. Jeff Lueck led off with a walk, with Mike Jacobs reaching on catcher’s interference. KC Pinsoneault sacrifed both runners up a base and reached safely on a throwing error. Josh Lemke’s sacrifice fly scored Lueck, with Jacobs scoring on Andy Monigal’s single.

Brookfield’s lead grew to 3-0 in the third inning when Booth singled and scored on Jacobs’ single. The score remained 3-0 until the top of the sixth when Cedarburg scored three times to tie the score, with all the damage coming after two outs. Reichhart led off with a double followed by a walk to Joe Daniels. Steve Hopfensperger sacrificed the runners up a base. Another walk to Nolan Gilbertson loaded the bases before John Vandenberg’s RBI single.

Josh Lemke reestablished the lead for the Bulldogs in the bottom of the sixth inning with an RBI single. Jacobs added an RBI single in the seventn to give Brookfield a 5-3 lead.

Brookfield outhit Cedarburg 10-8 in the game. Collecting two hits each were Franzen, Monigal, Booth and Jacobs. Gilbertson and Regnitz had two hits each for Cedarburg.

2011 Regular Season Champions
Eastern - New Berlin Lakers
Northern - Cedarburg Mercs
Southwestern - Waterford Rivermen and East Troy Express
Western - Brookfield Bulldogs

2011 Divisional Playoff Champions
Eastern - West Allis Nighthawks
Northern - Cedarburg Mercs
Southwestern - East Troy Express
Western - Brookfield Bulldogs

2011 LOL Grand Champion
Brookfield Bulldogs

All-League Northern Division Team
Pitchers - Joe Daniels, Cedarburg and E.J. Sexton, West Bend Benders
Catcher - Jordan Clark, Grafton
1st Baseman - John Regnitz, Cedarburg
2nd Baseman - Max Pruefer, Grafton
3rd Baseman - Nick Heiting, Port Washington
Shortstop - Dustin Kesner, Grafton
Outfielders - John Vanden Berg, Cedarburg; Cole Granrath, Saukville; Robby Proehl, Cedarburg
Designated Hitter - Sam Keller Jr, West Bend Benders
Utility Player - Cory McEwen, Thiensville-Mequon Twins

Individual Awards
Batting Champion (.491) - Dustin Kesner, Grafton
Home Run Champion (6) - Cory McEwen, Thiensville-Mequon
Manager of the Year - Mike Backhaus, West Bend Benders
Most Valuable Pitcher - Joe Daniels, Cedarburg
Most Valuable Player - John Regnitz, Cedarburg
Rookie Pitcher - Eric DuCharme, West Bend Benders
Rookie Player - Skylar Bohn, Grafton
All-Star Players of the Game - Mike Pruefer, Grafton and Tim Pauly, West Bend Benders
Fan of the Year - Stacy Gloede, Plymouth

Team Fans of the Year - Cedarburg - Patti and Mike Oberkirsch; Grafton - Lynn Walter; Plymouth - Stacy Gloede; Port Washington - Julia and Estelle Behm; Saukville - Dave and Mary Deering; Thiensville-Mequon - Jason Kormesiel; West Bend Benders - DuWayne and Diane Sexton

Team Gold Glove Winners - Cedarburg - Nolan Gilbertson; Grafton - Joey Thome; Plymouth - Dusty Medved; Port Washington - Chris Laurishke; Saukville - Ian Tucker; Thiensville-Mequon - Matt Lamers; West Bend Benders - Eric DuCharme

Top 12 Individual Hitters -Dustin Kesner (G) 491, John Vanden Berg (C) 473, John Regnitz (C) 457, Cory McEwen (TM) 433, Sam Keller Jr (WBE) 424, Robby Proehl (C) 423, Joey Thome (G) 418, Cole Granrath (S) 393, Chad Zutter (PW) 373, Kyle Kichura (PW) 371, EJ Sexton (WBE) 371, Max Pruefer (G) 368

Top 6 Pitchers by W-L Record - Joe Daniels (C) 7-1, Mickey Pruefer (G) 6-1, Joel Seagraves (WBE) 4-1, EJ Sexton (WBE) 4-2, Travis Christenson (PL) 5-3, Kyle Knoblach (TM) 4-3

At its recent induction ceremony, the Old Time Ball Players Association of Wisconsin welcomed Jim Enlund to its Hall of Fame.

As a pitcher, Jim was the Langsdorf League's pitcher of the year in 1974 and 1975 while playing for the Highway Beer Depot team. His Land O' Lakes career began with New Berlin in 1977. New Berlin won the grand championship that season, with Enlund winning Most Valuable Player, Leading Pitcher and the Eastern Division MVP honors. As he transitioned to the Lakers' designated hitter in 1978, Jim led New Berlin to another divisional championship and became the Lakers' player-manager in 1980, winning Co-Manager of the Year honors that year. In 1981, Jim was an all-star, the Lakers' MVP and was selected to the All-League team that year as a DH.

Jim joined fellow inductees Bob Neja, Randy Rennicke, Dean Rennicke and Dick Huxtable at the recent awards banquet. The Old Time Ball Players Association of Wisconsin Hall of Fame placques are on display at Miller Park.

Most Valuable Pitcher -Nick Hunt, Waterford
Co-Most Valuable Players -Chris Harmeling, Waterford and Justin Keegan, East Troy
Batting Champion -Justin Keegan, East Troy
Home Run Champion -Chris Harmeling, Waterford
Most Valuable Player of the All-Star Game -Tommy Behrens, Waterford
Rookie of the Year -Aaron Benz, Oconomowoc Titans
Manager of the Year -Kurt Wenzel, East Troy
Don Price Umpire of the Year -Ron Zielinski

As printed in the January 5, 2012 Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, the new Major League Baseball Groundskeeper Hall of Fame announced that the trophy for inductees is being named for Gary Vanden Berg, the longtime Milwaukee Brewers groundskeeper who passed away last October. Gary was a fan of LOL who has two sons currently playing LOL baseball.

The association of MLB Groundskeepers selected two legends of their profession as the inaugural inductees: Emil Bossard and George Toma. They will be inducted on January 8 during the 14th annual meeting of MLB Groundskeepers in Anaheim, Calif.

The Vanden Berg Trophy honors Bossard and Toma for their "dedication and outstanding contributions to Major League Baseball and the sports turf industry."

Vanden Berg worked for the Brewers for more than 30 years, beginning in 1981 as assistant superintendent of grounds. He served for more than 20 years as the club's director of grounds before losing his battle with cancer.

Upon his death, the MLB Groundskeepers association unanimously voted to name the Hall of Fame trophy in his honor.

Burlington 7, Ixonia 1
East Troy 20, Waterford 9

First Round
(3) West Allis Nighthawks 11, (6) North Shore 5
(4) Racine Kiwanis 5, (5) Butler 3

Best-of-3 Semifinals
(2) New Berlin 2 (3-3-9), (3) West Allis Nighthawks 1 (1-13-8) (game 3 10 innings)
(4) Racine Kiwanis 2 (9-3-13), (1) Muskego 1 (5-11-3)

Championship Best-of-3
(2) New Berlin 2 (3-4-17), (4) Racine Kiwanis 1 (6-1-4)

First Round
(5) Burlington 6, (4) Dousman 5
(6) Rome 8, (3) East Troy 4

Semifinals
(2) Waterford 6, (5) Burlington 3
(6) Rome 6, (1) Oconomowoc Titans 4

Championship
(6) Rome 11, (2) Waterford 4

First Round
(2) Pewaukee 4, (7) Sussex 3
(4) Menomonee Falls 4, (7) Merton 0
(3) West Bend 7-Up 12, (6) Oconomowoc Five-Os 11, 12 innings

Semifinals
(1) Brookfield Bulldogs 8, (4) Menomonee Falls 6
(2) Pewaukee 12, (3) West Bend 7-Up 2

Final
(1) Brookfield Bulldogs 14, (2) Pewaukee 9

Starters in bold

Pitchers - Tim Gotzler, Dousman (2-1, 2.60) - Chris Perelberg, Sullivan (2-2, 4.40) - Tom Starck, Genoa City (4-1, 0.66) - Taylor Dowden, Genoa City (3-1, 2.48) - Jeff Smith, Rome (4-2, 2.37) - Matt DeMarais, Genessee (5-3, 4.50)

Catcher - Kevin Wenzel, Delavan (.420) - Craig McDermott, Rome (.349)

1st Basemen - Chris Elliott, Genesee (.410) - Chris Harmeling, Waterford (.385)

2nd Basemen - Steve Ems, Waterford (.415) -Dave Hellman, Genesee (.413)

3rd Basemen - Micah Thompson, Mukwonago (.415), - Brad Nowicki, Waterford (.375)

Shortstops - Adam Brechtl, Waterford (.466) - Nick Aplin, Rome (.333)

Outfielders - Jason Morgan, Waterford (.413) - Aaron Degrave, Burlington (.415) - Justin Keegan, East Troy (.342) - Matt Bauer, Genesee (.414) - Henry Johnson, Delavan (.390) - Andy Kraus, Sullivan (.368)

Designated Hitter - Ryan Kehl, East Troy (.416) - Bart Nowicki, Waterford (.372)

Utility Player - Fred Gromalak, North Prairie (.281) - Ryan Hoffman, Burlington (.371)

Manager - Jude Tindall, Genoa City
Coaches - Mark Wershay, Genesee - Jon Stillman, North Prairie - Bart Nowicki, Waterford

at Village Park, North Prairie
Southwestern Division 9, Eastern Division 3

at Trenary Field, Menomonee Falls
Western Division 20, Northern Division 2

Starters in bold.

Pitchers - Brian Kieffer, Monches - Don August, Menomonee Falls - Bryant Bullock, West Bend Seven Up - Chris Fisher, Oconomowoc - Ben Hanson, North Lake

Catcher - Dean Haase, Lannon (.475) - Jeff Lueck, Menomonee Falls (.400)

1st Basemen - Derek Nelson, Oconomowoc (.538) - Mike Mueller, West Bend Seven Up (.395)

2nd Basemen - Jeff Rhoads, Oconomowoc (.481) - D.J. Cartledge, Brookfield Bulldogs (.429)

3rd Basemen - Shane Davis, Brookfield Bulldogs (.452) - Ken Poniewaz, Brookfield Blue Sox (.444)

Shortstops - Jason Rutz, Brookfield Bulldogs (.461) - Zach Kozlowski, Lannon (.480)

Outfielders - Seth Kronke, Sussex (.405) - Kris Franzen, Brookfield Bulldogs (.571) - Erik Kraemer, West Bend Seven Up (.513) - Tim Mertins, Hartland (.500) - Dan Green, Menomonee Falls (.455) - John Sarcia, Pewaukee (.326)

Designated Hitter - Ernest Castro, Brookfield Bulldogs (.364) - Corey Millikin, Monches (.370)

Utility Players - Jake Mayer, Merton (.347) - Tom Zimmerman, Pewaukee (.333) - Alex Erdman, Menomonee Falls (.364)

Manager - Jason Booth, Brookfield Bulldogs
Coaches - Jeff Rhoads, Ocomonowoc - Curt Weiskirch, Menomonee Falls

Sam Schissel passed away on Saturday June 28. Sam was a player on the Kenosha Merchants LOL team (Eastern Division) and an outstanding pitcher in the Racine and Kenosha area.

Click on the following link to read the obituary for Sam.

Schissel obituary

Visitation for Sam will be held at Kenosha Bradford High School auditorium in Kenosha on Thursday July 2 from 230pm to 5pm. The funeral service will follow.

Clink on the link below to read a story published in the Kenosha News on June 29 about Sam's short career.
Schissel - Kenosha News

Proko Funeral Home and Crematory in Kenosha is in charge of arrangements.

Boldfaced names elected as starters.
+ tied vote. Team manager to determine starter

Won-loss record (pitchers) or batting average (others) listed after name

Pitchers - Jon Deboer, Port Washington (4-1), Matt Soderlund, Port Washington (3-2), Nick Reschke, Howards Grove (2-0), P.J. Weber, Howards Grove (2-1), Joe Daniels, Cedarburg (3-2)

Catchers - John Regnitz, Cedarburg (.372), Tom Lorenzen, Port Washington (.400)

1st Basemen - Cory McEwen, Thiensville-Mequon (.395), Peter Reschke, Howards Grove (.326)

2nd Basemen - Paul Gloede, Plymouth (.400), Mike Sherrick, Saukville (.357)

3rd Basemen - Nick Heiting, Port Washington (.390), Butch Cain, Plymouth (.281)

Shortstops - +Kyle Kichura, Port Washington (.333), +Charlie Reschke, Howards Grove (.405)

Outfielders - Cole Granrath, Saukville (.447), Joel Zalewski, Saukville (.439), Ed Kozlowski, Port Washington (.409), John Vandenberg, Cedarburg (.435), Nick Wycklendt, Grafton (.371), Evan Walsh, Plymouth (.375)

Designated Hitter - Justin Behm, Port Washington (.385), Dustin Kesner, Grafton (.379)

Utility Player - Joel Seagraves, West Bend Benders (.273)

Manager - Joe Glynn, Cedarburg
Coach - Dave Dickmann, Saukville
Coach - Rick Meyer, Plymouth

Nolan Gilbertson (Cedarburg), Ross Zahour (Cedarburg) and Casey Johnson (Saukville) were elected to the team but will not play in the game.

Mike Petesch passed away earlier this week. Many LOL team managers and players knew Mike as their contact from Milwaukee Sporting Goods for baseballs and other team equipment. Mike was the owner of Mid-City Sporting Goods prior to his work for Milwaukee Sporting Goods.

Visitation for MIke will be on Friday May 1 from 4pm to 7pm at the Schramka Funeral Home at 7841 W Appleton Av in Milwaukee. The funeral service will follow at 7pm.

Following is the notice as published in the April 29 Milwaukee Journal-Sentinel.

Petesch, Michael J. "Uncle Mike"

Born to Eternal Life April 27, 2009, at the age of 61 years. Preceded in death by his parents, Jack and Eileen (nee Boyle) Petesch. Dear brother of Mary (Guy) Lam. Proud uncle of Carrie (Kevin) Olm, Guy Lam IV, Jesse Lam, Kelly Lam and Max. Great-Uncle of Katie Olm. Further survived by other relatives and many dear friends. Mike had spent his entire career in sporting goods servicing numerous youth organizations. His character, integrity and sense of humor will be missed by many. Funeral Service Friday, May 1, at the Funeral Home at 7 PM. Visitation at the Funeral Home from 4 PM until time of Service. Mike was a proud graduate of Messmer High School and in his honor, memorials are suggested, in lieu of flowers, to the Messmer High School Development Fund. SCHRAMKA FUNERAL HOME 7841 W. Appleton Ave Milwaukee 414-464-4040

The following contact rule at home plate is effective immediately in the Eastern Division. Please contact commissioner Ron Hart with any questions.

For plays at home plate, any offensive player attempting to score and colliding with the catcher, if in the umpire's judgement such collision was unnecessary, violent and avoidable, said collision shall be considered "flagrant and malicious", resulting in the immediate ejection from the game of the offensive player. If in the umpires judgement, the defensive player (catcher) was obstructing the base path, the offensive player will be awarded home. Nevertheless, the offensive player is ejected from the game for unnecessary, violent and avoidable "flagrant and malicious contact"

Rationale for rule change

MLB (Official Baseball Rules) are designed and written for professional baseball players. Professional athletes participate in baseball as a career choice. The amateur athlete (i.e. collegian player, scholastic player or Land O' Lakes player) is not, by definition, a professional baseball player whose participation is career oriented. With this in mind, the rule change is made for the following reason(s).

1. This rule change best exemplifies the spirit of NCAA and NFHS baseball rules regarding violent collisions with the catcher at home plate.

2. Safety of the players. An amateur athlete needs to go to work the next day and often needs to support a family. It makes no sense for the defensive or offensive player to be put at risk of potential serious injury by avoidable contact at home plate.

3. Far too often, the end result of avoidable contact at home plate is at best a verbal confrontation between opponents and at worst a physical confrontation between opponents. Neither is in the spirit of good sportsmanship and fair play and often leads to further hostilities between the two opponents.

2008 EASTERN DIVISION ALL STAR TEAM
(starters indicated with *)

Manager - Steve Dunn - Butler
Coaches - Rick Henneberry - Muskego, Keith Best - Butler

Pitchers - *Mike Jacobsen - New Berlin, Matt Anderson - Butler, Steve Kargus - Butler, Steve O'Neil - Franklin, Jason Grodsky - North Shore
Catcher - *Mike Gappa - New Berlin, Josh Beatka - Muskego
1st Baseman - *Andy Liss - Muskego, Jake Lueneberg - Racine Kiwanis
2nd Baseman - *Joe Kooping - Muskego, Deano Mlachnik - New Berlin
3rd Baseman - *David Lojeski - Racine Erickson, Mark Bombien - Franklin
Shortstop - *Casey Lyman - Muskego, Ben Barret - Waukesha
Outfielders - *Brady Knudsen - Racine Kiwanis, Derek D'Amico - Waukesha, Ryan Ahrndt - Butler, Zach Bickel - Racine Erickson, Dean Putnam - New Berlin, Joe Hallet - Butler
Designated Hitter - *Ben Stanzcyk - Butler, Blake Tyndyek - Racine Kiwanis
Utility Players - Jeff Donovan - New Berlin, Jeff Dunlap - Waukesha, Randy Sodchyzk - Butler, Bob Dillon - Muskego

Congratulations to the LOL division champions for 2008.

Cedarburg (17-1) in the North
Brookfield Bulldogs (15-3) in the West
Waterford (19-3) in the Southwest
West Allis (18-6) in the East

On the weekend of August 16-17, all four divisions in Land O' Lakes determined their representatives for the LOL grand championship playoffs that start next weekend. Below is a brief summary of the championship games in each division.

EASTERN DIVIISON
Butler defeated regular season champion West Allis 11-5 to earn the East GCP berth. In the semifinals played on Saturday, Butler defeated New Berlin 7-3 while regular season champion West Allis edged Muskego 5-4.

NORTHERN DIVISION
Regular season champion Cedarburg defeated Plymouth 5-2 in the tournament championship game and will represent the North in the GCP.

SOUTHWESTERN DIVISION
Waterford, the regular season champions, needed 13 innings to subdue North Prairie 8-7 in the championship game and clinch the Southwest GCP berth.

WESTERN DIVISION
Brookfield Bulldogs needed an extra day, but will represent the West in the GCP after outlasting West Bend Seven Up 8-6 on Sunday, a day after Seven Up stayed alive with a 12-1 win.

EASTERN DIVISION
Elimination Semifinal: (6) Racine Kiwanis 10, (5) Racine Erickson 1
Elimination Semifinal: (4) Muskego 19, (7) Franklin 0
Elimination Final: (4) Muskego 8, (6) Racine Kiwanis 3
Champ. Semifinal: (1) West Allis 5, (4) Muskego 4
Champ. Semifinal: (2) Butler 7, (3) New Berlin 3
Championship: (2) Butler 11, (1) West Allis 5

NORTHERN DIVISION
Play-In: (7) Thiensville-Mequon 15, (8) West Bend Benders 8
1st Round: (2) Plymouth 12, (7) Thiensville-Mequon 3
1st Round: (4) Port Washington 3, (5) Grafton 2
1st Round: (6) Howards Grove 16, (3) Saukville 12
Semifinal: (1) Cedarburg 11, (6) Howards Grove 7
Semifinal: (2) Plymouth 8, (4) Port Washington 1
Championship: (1) Cedarburg 5, (2) Plymouth 2

SOUTHWESTERN DIVISION
1st Round: (3) Genoa City 5, (6) Genessee 4, 11 innings
1st Round: (5) Mukwonago 8, (4) East Troy 5
Semifinal: (1) Waterford 16, (5) Mukwonago 5
Semifinal: (2) North Prairie 12, (3) Genoa City 5
Championship: (1) Waterford 8, (2) North Prairie 7, 13 innings

WESTERN DIVISION
1st Round: (3) West Bend Seven Up 4, (6) Sussex 2
1st Round: (5) Oconomowoc 6, (4) Brookfield Blue Sox 5
Semifinal: (1) Brookfield Bulldogs 14, (5) Oconomowoc 0
Semifinal: (3) West Bend Seven Up 9, (2) Lannon 1
Tourn. Championship: (3) West Bend Seven Up 12, (1) Brookfield Bulldogs 1
Division Championship: (1) Brookfield Bulldogs 8, (3) West Bend Seven Up 6

Click on this link to get statistical updates on LOL alum Ryan Rohlinger's games with the San Francisco Giants. There is also a link to a video of Ryan's first major league hit, a double. Up-to-date Stats for Ryan Rohlinger

The 87th season of LOL baseball has concluded with the crowning of Northern Division champion Cedarburg as the 2008 LOL LOL grand champions.

Cedarburg defeated Waterford on September 7 by a score of 7-1 to erase several years of heartache in reaching the finals only to fall short. Waterford staved off elimination by defeating Cedarburg on September 6 11-10 behind a pair of home runs by Bart Nowicki, who also drove in seven of the 11 runs.

Cedarburg 0 0 1 0 0 3 2 1 0 - 7 13 1
Waterford 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 - 1 9 3
C – Joe Daniels and Joe Reichhart. W – Nick Hunt and Wade Axelson. WP – daniels. LP – Hunt. HR – C, Reichhart.

The Cedarburg Mercs used clutch hitting to win the 2008 Land O’ Lakes grand championship, their first since 1997. Cedarburg had finished as the runnerups each of the past two seasons.

Clutch hitting with runners in scoring position was a primary reason behind the Mercs’ win Sunday as they collected four hits in nine at-bats with runners in scoring position. The Rivermen collected just one hit in 14 at-bats.

The Mercs broke through for the first run of the game in the third inning. Three more runs in the sixth inning gave the Mercs a 4-0 advantage. A walk to Brian Bert started things. After a single by Nolan Gilbertson, John Regnitz blooped a double inside the right field line to score two runners.

Waterford’s Tony Chapman led off the bottom of the sixth with a double and scored on Brad Nowicki’s double, Waterford’s only hit with runners in scoring position.

Tom Gaertig led off the Cedarburg seventh inning with a walk. After singles by Wade and Bert loaded the bases, Ross Zahour’s infield grounder scored Gaertig, with a throwing error allowing Wade to score. Reichhart’s solo home run in the eighth capped the Cedarburg scoring.

Reichhart had three of the 13 Cedarburg hits in the game, with Regnitz and Bert adding two each. Brad Nowicki collected three of Waterford’s nine hits while Bart Nowicki had two.

Waterford 0 0 3 0 3 0 1 3 1 - 11 16 2
Cedarburg 2 4 0 0 4 0 0 0 0 - 10 11 3
W – Anthony Kozelek, Adam Brechtl (6) and Bart Nowicki. C – Steve Hopfensperger and John Regnitz. WP – Brechtl. LP – Hopfensperger. HR – W, Bart Nowicki 2, Brechtl; C, Nolan Gilbertson.

Waterford player-manager Bart Nowicki single-handedly led his team to victory in an elimination game Saturday. He collected four hits, including a pair of home runs, and drove in seven of the 11 Rivermen runs.

The winning run scored in the ninth on Chris Harmeling’s double. That came after a three-run rally and a dropped infield fly ball allowed the Rivemen to tie the game in the eighth inning.

Cedarburg jumped out to a 6-0 lead after two innings with Nolan Gilbertson accounting for four of the runs on a two-run double in the first and a two-run home run in the second.

Bart Nowicki’s three-run home run got the Rivermen on the board in the third inning. He added a solo blast in the fifth after teammate Adam Brechtl cracked a two-run home run of his own. Nowicki’s second home run tied the score at six.

Cedarburg untied the game in their half of the fifth on a suicide squeeze bunt by Wade and a two-run single by Bert.

Click on the LOL grand championship playoffs link in the headline box above to read an account of the championship games in the tournament. Following are the game scores.

SATURDAY AUGUST 23
Cedarburg 10, Butler 1
Waterford 6, Brookfield Bulldogs 2

SUNDAY AUGUST 24
Cedarburg 9, Waterford 5
Brookfield Bulldogs 6, Butler 3 (Butler eliminated)

SUNDAY AUGUST 31
Cedarburg 5, Brookfield Bulldogs 2 (Brookfield eliminated)

SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 6
Waterford 11, Cedarburg 10

SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 7
Cedarburg 7, Waterford 1 (Waterford eliminated)

2008 LOL Grand Champions - Cedarburg

Longtime Land O' Lakes supporter Walter O'Malley of Brookfield passed away on October 13, 2008 at age 88.

Walter (Wally) Richard O'Malley, beloved husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather, was born on July 28, 1920. Preceded in death by parents Walter and Anna, brothers Robert and James, and son-in-law Barry Fielkow. Survived by loving wife of 65 years, Harriet. Loving father to Richard (Lee) O'Malley, Cynthia (Dave) Johnson, Patricia Fielkow, and Mary Jeanne (Garry) Smith. Beloved granddad to Brian (Lisa) Johnson, Amy (James) Allan, Jennifer (Chris) Robson, Shawn (Megan) O'Malley, Megan (Jim), Matthew and Rachel (Dave) Fielkow. Stephanie and Christopher (Kristin) Johnson, Bridget (Rich) Toltzman, Andy OMalley, Kyle and Tiffany Smith. Loving great granddaddy to Nicholas, Timothy and Natalie Johnson, Jacob, Cameron and Aidan Allan, Ben and Abby Robson, Jamison Fielkow Klein, and Bryce Toltzman. Brother-in- law to Chris Barnes, Pat Kiley, Lee Barnes, and Beverly O'Malley. Also lovingly survived by many nieces, nephews and dear friends.

Wally was born and raised in Chicago, graduated from St. Mel's High School, attended St. Mary's in Winona before transferring and graduating from Marquette University with a degree in engineering. He worked as a co-op student while there for Harnischfeger and after completing his service in the Navy during WWII, came back to Harnischfeger where he retired as vice-president of the crane division after 41 years. He was president of the Material Handling Institute where he founded the student scholarship program. He was an avid baseball pitcher, golfer and skier. Wally was a director of the Brookfield Land o' Lakes, a longtime board member of the Brookfield Park and Rec., and a charter member of St. Dominics Parish in Brookfield.

In lieu of flowers, memorials, if desired, may be given to the Brookfield Bull Dogs baseball team, the MS Society or the charity of your choice.

A Mass of Christian Burial for Walter was held on Saturday October 16at St. Dominic's Catholic Church, Brookfield, at followed by graveside services at St. Joseph's Cemetery, Waukesha.

Becker-Ritter Funeral Home in Brookfield was in charge of arrangements.

OTBA 2008 HOF Biographies
Click on the link to read about three inductees to the Old Time Ball Players Association of Wisconsin Hall of Fame with LOL ties at their awards banquet on Sunday November 8. The information in the biographies is courtesy of the banquet program.

Jerry Fisher played for the Brookfield Lakers in the later half of the 1960s, winning the home run crown and MVP honors in 1965.

Don Rennicke spent 15 years as a player, primarily with the Thiensville-Mequon Twins between 1945 and 1960. He is best known as the long-time varsity baseball coach at Homestead High School. Rennicke Field, the home park of the Twins and Homestead, is named in Don's honor.

Paul Hoenecke was the recipient of the Dick Falk Memorial Award, annually given to an outstanding high school baseball player.

Games Postponed But Not Yet Rescheduled

Southwestern Division
Delavan at Genoa City (April 25)

Western Division
Hartland at Pewaukee (May 2)

NORTHERN DIVISION
Cedarburg 8, Saukville 3
Grafton 12, Port Washington 7
Plymouth 6, West Bend Benders 5, 11 innings
Thiensville-Mequon 11, Howards Grove 2
Grafton at Howards Grove, postponed
Saukville at Plymouth, postponed
Grafton at Cedarburg, postponed

SOUTHWESTERN DIVISION
Burlington 4, East Troy 0
North Prairie 7, Oconomowoc Titans 6
Burlington 10, North Prairie 7
Dousman 8, Oconomowoc Titans 4
Genessee 12, Ixonia 4

WESTERN DIVISION
Brookfield Blue Sox 14, Monches 2, 7 innings
Brookfield Bulldogs 1, Menomonee Falls 0, 10 innings
Oconomowoc 5-Os 6, Hartland 0
Pewaukee 4, West Bend 7-Up 3
Sussex 2, Merton 0
Brookfield Bulldogs 12, North Lake 0, 7 innigs
Lannon 7, Brookfield Blue Sox 3
Menomonee Falls 3, Oconomowoc 5-Os 2
Merton 8, West Bend 7-Up 7, 10 innings
Pewaukee 13, Hartland 4
Sussex 6, Monches 5

The Land O' Lakes Grand Championship playoff meeting will take place on Wednesday August 22 at 7pm at Alpine Lanes in Muskego. Managers of teams participating in the playoffs are required to attend. Playoff rules wil be reviewed. Rosters and directions to home parks will be exchanged.

EASTERN DIVISION SCORES
July 19 - New Berlin 11, Butler 9
July 19 - Racine 14, Burlington 2
July 22 - Brookfield Blue Sox 16, Franklin 1
July 23 - Racine and West Allis split DH, Racine won game one 8-1 and West Allis won game two 2-1
July 23 - Brookfield Blue Sox swept DH from North Shore, 10-4 and 8-7
July 23 - Butler swept DH from Waukesha, 6-2 and 11-0
July 23 - Muskego and Burlington split DH, Burlington won game one 2-0 and Muskego won game two 6-5
July 23 - New Berlin and Franklin split DH, New Berlin won game one 10-5 and Franklin won game two 8-7

NORTHERN DIVISION SCORES
July 17 - Port Washington 7, Plymouth 1, 5 innings
July 19 - Howards Grove 9, Grafton 5
July 19 - Thiensville-Mequon 9, Saukville 6
July 21 - Howards Grove 4, Port Washington 1
July 22 - Cedarburg 13, West Bend Spirits 7
July 22 - Saukville 11, Grafton 6
July 23 - Cedarburg 11, Howards Grove 6
July 23 - Port Washington 10, Grafton 5
July 23 - Thiensville-Mequon 9, Plymouth 0
July 23 - West Bend Spirits 13, Saukville 6

SOUTHWESTERN DIVISION SCORES
July 22 - East Troy 12, Delavan 11
July 22 - Waterford 8, North Prairie 1
July 23 - Genessee 7, Delavan 6
July 23 - Mukwonago 6, East Troy 4
July 23 - Sullivan 8, Farmington 2
July 23 - Waterford 15, North Prairie 0
July 23 - Dousman at Rome, no score reported

WESTERN DIVISION SCORES
July 19 - Lannon 20, North Lake 12
July 22 - Brookfield Bulldogs 4, Oconomowoc 3
July 22 - Sussex 9, North Lake 2
July 22 - Merton at Hartland, postponed, rain
July 23 - Brookfield Bulldogs 5, Pewaukee 4
July 23 - Hartland 5, Sussex 1
July 23 - Menomonee Falls 3, North Lake 1
July 23 - Merton 11, Monches 5
July 23 - Oconomowoc 13, Lannon 5