Mike Kalfopoulos Rams, Chiefs & Americans He started a club baseball team at the college. Three years later, he outhit the Babe in an offseason matchup between the Yankees and Hilldale Daisies. Justin Crisafulli- Medford Mustangs But Dihigo might have been at his best on the pitchers mound, where he twirled no-hitters and won hundreds of games while still winning batting titles at home plate. Here he is seen playing for Stonehill College. The Museum is as eclectic as the Game itself, including exhibits highlighting art and photography that you'll find on the first floor. See the bottom of this page for crieria and other information. Ed Larson- Augustine As (https://www.watertownmanews.com/2017/11/03/watertowns-peter-centola-named-to-intercity-baseball-league-hall-of-fame/). Kansas City won six Negro American League pennants and one Negro League World Series title with Smith coming out of the bullpen. Adams may be a Hall of Famer someday, but Jackson is nowhere near HOF worthy. The group includes first-time eligible candidates Darrelle Revis and Joe . Dave Clivio Player (Chiefs & Mustangs) Suttles Negro Leagues homer total finished somewhere around 190 (rivaling Turkey Stearnes and Josh Gibson for the all-time mark), and he slugged over .600 across 22 Negro League seasons. He started a club baseball team at the college. STEVE LANE- Augustines/Cremone As A senior captain and four year starter as both a pitcher and first baseman, he was named All-New England and All-Northeast as a sophomore pitcher and was chosen to start the University and College All-Star Game at Fenway Park. Mike Kotarski, Blue Sox He teamed up with Gibson to form the equivalent of the Yankees Lou Gehrig and Babe Ruth, leading the Grays to nine Negro National League pennants and five Negro League World Series appearances. Congratulations Peter! Karen's mother, Nana, also shares the Centola home. Your email address will not be published. His imposing size alone was enough to get an opponents attention, but it was his consistent night in night out, year in year out production that rendered him the heart and soul, the presence, in Arlingtons Grannan and Holovak & Coughlin lineups, one of which, the 1986 Grannan Club, Centola led to the Intercity League playoff finals won by the Melrose Rams. Keep up with headlines and events at the Baseball Hall of Fame, and see who will be taking their place in history next. YardArt Watertown, the popular outdoor public art exhibition featuring the work of residents, artists and art enthusiasts who live or work in Watertown, returns this year for the entire month of April. Santop was famous for tape-measure blasts and sky-high batting averages in the pre-Negro Leagues, known as the Dead Ball Era. The first-ever class of inductees was on October 9, 2020, consisting of 13 individuals who have contributed to the leagues creation and continued success over its first 10 years of existence in a variety of ways. When the color line was drawn for good in 89, restricting African Americans from the International League, Grant went on to star for the Cuban Giants and other African-American ballclubs until the turn of the century. Charlie Patterson, Reading The inductees will be enshrined at the ICL's 5th annual Hall of Fame, Awards & Reunion. Seven Negro League Hall of Famers, including Cool Papa Bell and Satchel Paige, played for Wilkinsons Monarchs, as did future Major League stars Jackie Robinson and Ernie Banks. No insults, slights or personal attacks. The Intercity Leagues Hall of Fame Ceremony and Awards Dinner has been scheduled for Thursday evening June 8, 2023 at Anthonys in Malden. Centola, a former Massachusetts Bowling Association candlepin champion, is the Director of Recreation in Watertown, where, among other things, he oversees Victory Field, home of the Watertown Reds. The AFA has been in operation for 43 years and is not affiliated with any other national semi-pro/minor league organization. STEVE HOWE-Hosmer Chiefs & Medford Mustangs DICK KELLIHER-Wakefield Merchants He first worked for Watertown Recreation in 1976 as a Camp Peqoussette Apache Counselor. MARK SANTINI-Somerville Elms, Medford Mustangs & Hosmer Chiefs All rights reserved. TERRY MCGANN- Hosmer Chiefs Les DeMarco Player-Manager-Official (Merchants) 1 team, gave up four runs in the first inning and pitched two innings. A man remembered even more for the awestruck stories he inspired than his statistics, Paige was named by many who saw him -- black and white -- as the greatest pitcher who ever lived. The Celtic League Cup is an ice hockey league contested by teams from both Scotland and Ireland. But those leagues were created out of an unfortunate necessity; the color line, instituted in white, organized baseball in the late 1800s, forced many of America's most talented ballplayers to write their legends outside the Majors. Cranberry League Hall of Fame Member; Career Batting: 343 Games, .279 Avg., 218 Hits, 152 RBIs, 137 Runs, 5 Doubles, 3 Triples; John O'Brien. YardArt Watertown"PaTRASHia" was one of the pieces made for Watertown's YardArt. MATT NOONE-Peter Fuller Club & Holovak & Coughlin Centola, a former Massachusetts Bowling Association candlepin champion, is the Director of Recreation in Watertown, where, among other things, he oversees Victory Field, home of the Watertown Reds. Taylor was the Negro Leagues premier first baseman before Buck Leonards arrival, and Leonard would credit Taylor with teaching him the finer points of the position. Pioneers and builders of dynasties. [12][13] Along with 2021 inaugural inductees Thierry Henry and Alan Shearer, a fan vote determined additional inductees; the inaugural nominees were:[14], Players in bold were inducted for the Premier League Hall of Fame that year. Jason Ackerson, Tony Anderlionis, Jose Aquino, Robert Austin, Eric Bennett, Jeff Coveney, Jim DeMichele, Josue Feliciano, Dan Field, Matt Giblin, Dan Godfrey, Darwin Hernandez, Jason Kurtz, Paul Laurin, George Laws, Dave Lightbody, Jon Miarecki, John O'Brien, Joe Perna, Billy Rolls, Harry Smith, Jay Thomas. Your email address will not be published. He ranks fourth among active wideouts in both those aforementioned statistics over the course of his career. Back in 85 The one and only time I went to see a game you were playing in the Intercity league you took the first pitch deep for a Homer. The CFP on Wednesday announced the three new members that would be replacing Wyoming AD Tim Burman, Colorado AD Rick George and former Penn State and NFL player John Urschel on the panel that chooses the four teams that play for the national championship. BILL BRASSIL-Wakefield Merchants & Hosmer Chiefs It was introduced in for the 2008/09 season with the purpose of raising the profile of the sport in Ireland and increasing interest in Scotland. 2 and 3 team against the Div. Pro Football Reference has a neat tool called the Hall of Fame Monitor that tracks a player's chances at making the HOF. Pete Frates- Lexington Blue Sox Green recently announced his retirement after 12 seasons in the NFL. On the Museum's third floor, " Chasing the Dream " honors Hank Aaron's legacy, while "Sacred Ground" examines the evolution of ballparks. An all around athlete, Centola, who in 1978 graduated from St. Patricks High School in Watertown having been chosen Herald All- Scholastic in basketball as a senior and the Catholic Suburban League MVP in baseball following both his junior and senior years, also flashed an above average glove at first base, saving numerous infield errors with agility that complemented his 64 target. Peter Centola, right, coached baseball at UMass-Boston from 1985-91, and one of his players, Steve Coffey (left), was picked in the Major League Baseball draft. AP college football: https://apnews.com/hub/college-football and https://twitter.com/ap_top25, FIFA World Cup - Best Goals from Every Angle, Draw for the FIFA Women's World Cup Australia & New Zealand 2023, FOX SPORTS, SPEED, SPEED.COM & 2023 Fox Media LLC and Fox Sports Interactive Media, LLC. Hall of Fame manager Connie Mack once said Johnson could write his own price on a Major League contract if he were white. RICK DEANGELIS- Reading Town Team Dihigo may have been the most versatile player in baseball history. Watertowns Peter Centola Named to Intercity Baseball League Hall of Fame. In December 2009, when former Recreation Director Tom Sullivan retired Centola struggled with whether to go for the job, but decided to go for it because it was best for his family. Hard work and dedication you always had. He wore wooden shin guards to protect himself from spikings at second base, and he was repeatedly on alert for beanings at home plate. This tool lists Green as having only 50.86 points in the system, less than . CHARLIE MEEKER- Lynnfield Colonials & Augustines As The figures immortalized here inspired generations. Those seeking ticket information should contact event coordinator Orazio Azzarello at (617) 839-1488 or by e-mailing ICLHallofFame@yahoo.com. He was also one of its best hitters, finishing with a career average of roughly .340 and a slugging percentage around .525. 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[3], The first two inductees were originally to be announced in March 2020,[11] but the announcement was postponed due to the COVID-19 pandemic. If a runner was on third with less than two outs, hed fly deep to the outfield. Don McKeown-Medford Mustangs Buddy Keohan, Wakefield Daily Item-Media Dave Polcari, Chiefs The materials in the Baseball Hall of Fame collection evoke awe, reflection, and no shortage of emotion. Bernie Murphy Umpire Streak Hall of Fame Crowns Hall of Fame Golden Owl Hall of Fame 25 Level 25 Hall of Fame Thousandaire Hall of Fame 100,000XP+ Hall of Fame . Part 4: Conclusions. While arm injuries moved Mndez from pitcher to shortstop in the mid-1910s, he later returned to the mound in style, pitching a shutout in the decisive game of the inaugural 1924 Negro League World Series. More >. 11/13/10: A capacity crownd of almost 400 friends, fans and Intercity League legends were on hand for the ICL's "First Hall of Fame, Awards and Reunion" Dinner that was held on Friday at the Montvale Plaza in Stoneham. The Negro Leagues and African-American baseball at large often rivaled the Major Leagues, both at the gates and in the national consciousness, in the first half of the 20th century. IRVING, Texas (AP) Hall of Fame coach Chris Ault of Nevada, Washington athletic director Jennifer Cohen and Miami (Ohio) athletic director David . "That's why I say don't give up on a players," Centola said. Coaches saw him playing at a Watertown park and at the age of 11 he was drafted by the Red Sox of the Watertown Little League, before going on to Junior Babe Ruth Reds, Senior Babe Ruth, and then played for the Watertown Hibernians in the Stan Musial League. Watertown's Peter Centola will be inducted into the Intercity Baseball Hall of Fame. When I was a sophomore we had a very good team at Stonehill, Centola said. share. Among numerous coaching and administrative positions held, he guided the UMass-Boston baseball team from 1985-1991 and recruited Intercity League players Steve Coffey, Pete Albano, Steve McCormack, Jon Sutherby, Dave Ellegood and Steve Daley to the South Boston campus. In an in-depth look at baseballs beginnings, explore the games evolution, early amateur roots, and transition to professional players and teams. Great career and great guy. The Intercity Baseball League Hall of Fame induction dinner will be held on Saturday, Nov. 11, 2017, at Montvale Plaza in Stoneham. Also, Comments may not go up right away. He worked as a teachers aide in the 1980s while also coaching baseball. Jerry Tabler Peter Fuller & Chiefs Hank Landers, Chiefs Still, Grant led the International Leagues Buffalo squad in hitting each year from 1886-88. (more). He founded the dominant Chicago American Giants franchise and then spearheaded the creation of the Negro National League -- an unprecedented African-American baseball organization for the times -- in 1920. But he is unlikely to gain immortality in the Hall of Fame. Being elected into the Hall of Fame is the highest accolade a player can achieve in the BMBL. 4-time Hall of Fame Member (BMBL, Intercity League, North Reading H.S., National Semi-Pro Baseball) 6-time World Series Champion (Boston Wolfpack, MSBL National) The Futures Collegiate Baseball League Hall of Fame was established in 2020 and exists to recognize and honor the Administrators, Players, Coaches, Teams, and Contributors for their achievements and/or contributions to the FCBL. Steve Freker Media (Medford Mercury/Malden Evening News) On Sunday, O'Neil, who rose to fame as a first baseman for the Kansas City Monarchs, will be posthumously inducted into. JON DREW-Somerville Red Sox, Andre Chiefs, Lynnfield White Sox, Guinness Club, & Gately As Denver, Colorado - July 1-3, 2023. He started working there in 1976. JIM SHANAHAN-Umpire JIM CLARKE-Lexington Blue Sox Joe ODonnell Player-Manager-Official (Chiefs) A new artificial turf surface will replace the current one at Victory Field's stadium and baseball area. "It was a pleasant surprise.". Please order your tickets early as space is limited. PETE FEELEY-Augustines/Cremone As For information on the dinner please contact Dinner Chairman Orazio Azzarello at 617-839-6843. Here youll find household names and overlooked heroes. 1, 2023 12:39 p.m. EST. An all around athlete, Centola, who in 1978 graduated from St. Patrick's High School in Watertown having been chosen Herald All- Scholastic in basketball as a senior and the Catholic Suburban League MVP in baseball following both his junior and senior years, also flashed an above average glove at first base, saving numerous infield errors with agility that complemented his 6'4 target. "It wasn't like I was waiting for this," Centola said. Jack Mountain- Boston Typos & Hosmer Chiefs I can't seem to express, Linda Scott on OP-ED: How Safe is Watertown from a Bio Lab Emergency? His most famous performance came in 1930, when he struck out 27 Monarchs and allowed just one hit in a 12-inning, 1-0 victory. Wilson ranked among the strongest men to step foot on a Negro League diamond, earning the nickname Boojum for the sound of his line drives bouncing off the outfield walls. The lifelong Watertown resident is married to Karen. Hill was also a frenetic baserunner in the style of Jackie Robinson, pestering pitchers as he danced back and forth on the basepaths. Dave Caiazzo, As He has been the commissioner of the Watertown Mens Summer Basketball League for 33 years. When Haverstraw Little League opened its 1973 season the following May, the 550 players on 34 teams in six divisions dedicated the season to the memory of the man who did so much . If a runner was on third with less than two outs, he'd fly deep to the outfield. Pro Football Reference has a neat tool called the Hall of Fame Monitor that tracks a player's chances at making the HOF. Get the latest news and rumors, customized to your favorite sports and teams. RICK GLYNN UMB 85, Congratulations Peter it is well earned ROCK -N-Roll forever. BRIAN TISBERT-Lexington Blue Sox Leon Paulino closed out the first inning scoring with a 2-run home run to right. Must have contributed significantly to the greater good of the FCBL. are equally impressive and deserving recognition. He was also influential in organizing the first Negro League World Series in 1924. Among numerous coaching and administrative positions held, he guided the UMass-Boston baseball team from 1985-1991 and recruited Intercity League players Steve Coffey, Pete Albano, Steve McCormack, Jon Sutherby, Dave Ellegood and Steve Daley to the South Boston campus. Irvin fought in World War IIs Battle of the Bulge before returning to star as an all-around threat for the Newark Eagles and New York Giants. Al Frezza- Medford Daily Mercury (Media) JOHN OBRIEN-Augustines As DAVE AHERN-Cassell Club, Medford Americans & Lexington Blue Sox Gary Kiel Chiefs & Rams The annual event has been on hold since November of 2020 when Covid concerns forced a postponement. Cooperstown, NY - July 1 -3, 2023. With Centola, batting and fielding credentials tell two-thirds of the story. I LOVE NEW YORK is a registered trademark and service mark of the New York State Department of Economic Development; used with permission. Wide receiver A.J. Discover one-of-a-kind artifacts and get lost in sweeping exhibitions that explore pivotal moments in the game and its impact far beyond the field. Commenters must sign full real names. Mackey taught Campanella the nuances of catching in the late 1930s, and the future Dodgers legend would pay homage to his mentor during his 1959 farewell speech. Eddie Rideout, Chiefs After college, Centola began playing in the Intercity League, and began coaching. Centola played for 10 years in the very competitive adult baseball league for the Arlington-based Grannan Club, which turned into Holovack and Coughlin. He threw strikes, got outs, got saves and got wins. New members will serve three-year terms on the committee. Recently, the Watertown Youth Hockey community came together for their annual fundraiser, and also paid tribute to a hockey mom who recently lost her battle with cancer. Leagues Hall of Fame. Copyright 2023 YB Media, LLC. JOE SANTAGATE- Andre Chiefs DON McGILLICUDDY- Reading Town Team & Wilmington JOE GULINO- Medford Mustangs Bell may well have been the fastest man to ever play baseball, revered for his ability to beat out a two-hopper or bunt his way to extra bases. We are proud of you! Ellis Sonny Lane, Chiefs 2023 inductees Eric Jacobsen, Joe Jackson, Brittany Kouandjio, Bryce Perkins and Karen Self at the 2023 Chandler Sports Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony, Saturday, February 18, 2023, in Chandler . Sammy Steed As & Blue Sox He worked as a teacher's aide in the 1980s while also coaching baseball. He and his famous brothers, Candy Jim, Steel Arm Johnny and C.I., raised the Indianapolis Stars to prominence in the 1910s, with Ben serving as big bopper from the cleanup spot. Arizona Cardinals wide receiver A.J. Richie DiGiacomo- Hosmer Chiefs Nominations can be submitted here. As player-manager, Brown led the Monarchs to pennants in 1937, 39 and 40. BILL COOKE- Lexington Blue Sox Don January Umpire . Inaugurated in 2020 but delayed a year due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Hall of Fame is intended to recognise and honour players that have achieved great success and made a significant contribution to the league since its founding in 1992. Jimmy Quinn Player-Manager (North Cambridge) Additionally, players must have made 250 appearances in the league, or achieved one of the following:[2], Upon the initial announcement of the Hall of Fame in 2020, Premier League chief executive Richard Masters said a place in the Hall of Fame is "reserved for the very best", and would allow fans to help celebrate "truly exceptional" careers. Congratulations, Peter. Ty Cobb pegged him as a sure 30-game winner had he pitched in MLB, and many a Major League star, from Walter Johnson to Grover Cleveland Alexander to Rube Marquard, tried and failed to outduel Williams in exhibitions. His late and always supportive parents, Philip and Anna, along with his late brother Quinn, smile down tonight, proudly joining Karen and the kids as we induct and welcome Pete Centola into the Intercity League Hall of Fame. Built with the Largo WordPress Theme from the Institute for Nonprofit News. Centola hit well over .300 every year. ROB ZORIAN-Andre Chiefs & Lexington Blue Sox, TERRENCE BUTT- Gately Rams ERIC POLING- Lexington Blue Sox He wore that honor proudly, twirling a one-hit shutout in the 1944 Negro League World Series and a perfect game the following year. After college, Centola began playing in the Intercity League, and began coaching. Being named to the the Hall of Fame was a thrill and an honor, Centola said. This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google. He is credited with inventing the Pistol offense, with a running back lined up behind the quarterback in a shotgun formation. It wasnt like I was waiting for this, Centola said. EDDIE LARSON MVP Dionys Quezada, Middlesex Expos TOM CASSELL OUTSTANDING HITTER Dionys Quezada, Middlesex Expos OUTSTANDING PITCHER- Chris Mitchell, Melrose Americans FIREMAN OF THE YEAR- Manny Delcarmen, Lexington Blue Sox ROOKIE OF THE YEAR- [], Melrose The Middlesex Expos scored four runs in the first inning and then blanked Lexington for the first six innings to win the teams first Intercity League Championship. A trip to Cooperstown has something for baseball fans and everyone else. Bill Smeglin- Melrose Rams & Medford Mustangs He transformed his ballclub into a barnstorming phenomenon during the lean years of the Great Depression, investing his own money into a portable field lighting system that he trucked behind the team bus on road trips. 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