The schedule for this weekend 10/4/09 will follow the schedule for last week.

The deadline for rosters, photo ID's and payments has also been extended to 10/4. If you are not squared away after this weekend... You will not be on the schedule for week 5!!!

Just a few bits of info. that you will need for the 2009 BMSL Fall Softball Season...

1) All Rosters and Player Photos are due by 10/4/09 (wk4). As of Monday 10/5 rosters are final!

2) All league fee balances are due by 10/4/09 as well... Any team not paid in full by Saturday 10/10/09 will not be scheduled for games in week 5 (10/11) or beyond until the full balance is paid!

3) The season is a seven week season with no make-up dates. If there are rain outs, they will not be made up. The first week of the playoffs begin on Sunday 11/1/09. The playoff format is as follows;

-Top six teams in each division make the playoffs-

-1st and 2nd place get a bye in round 1-

-(First Round) 3 plays 6, 4 plays 5-

-Beyond first round highest seed plays lowest seed-

-Higher seed (team with better record) is home team-

-Higher seed is home for Games 1 and 3 of the series-

-Higher seed chooses fields (preferred location)-

-Each best of three playoff series has an 8:30 start time- 

-Each best of three series is to be played on same day-

Any questions, contact Tony Ferrazzo 917-721-1114

Going into game three neither team seemed willing to bend. So for five innings these two titans played to a scoreless tie. However, in the sixth NY Largest would open the scoring and not stop. Unable to answer, Sports Page would eventually fall to the “C” Champions 7-0. NY Largest was led by the superb pitching of Jimmy Bush and Papo. Congratulations to Javie & Ivan of NYL in capturing the 2009 “C” League Championship. Their second in a row!

In Game one Arsenal exploded for 7 runs in the first inning, leading to their 12-1 victory. In a similar fashion in game two, Arsenal scored 5 runs in the first inning. They would go on from there to the 9-6 victory, despite a five run sixth inning rally by Team Collazzo. Congratulations to Herman and Mario of Arsenal for capturing the “D” league Championship.

This schedule for this week (5/10) will follow the previous weeks schedule for 5/3. However the Rounders are on a bye for the holiday. If any other teams are interested in having a bye for Mother's Day, please contact Tony Ferrazzo immediately. 917-721-1114. Have a great holiday.

The BMSL Sunday Summer league plays a 14 week double header schedule (weather permitting) with playoffs and All-Star game. There are four divisions for all skill levels. All teams planning on joining the league must attend one of the following upcoming meetings. Also, be sure to check out the "handouts" section for a complete registration fact sheet.

Thursday, February 19 @ 7:00pm 
 

Thursday, March 5 @ 7:00pm  7:00pm (All Teams)

Thursday, March 12 @ 7:00pm(All Teams welcomed)

Thursday, March 19 @7:00pm

Thursday, March 26 @ 7:00pm

Thursday, April 2 @ 7:00pm (Final Meeting) All teams must attend. League voting and team lottery to take place.

All Meetings will be held at Brooklyn Indoor Sports Center 800 3rd Avenue, Between 27th and 28th Streets

You must attend a meeting to register your team. A$250 deposit is required. For every team that you refer to the league, a $150 discount will be offered.
For more information, contact TONY FERRAZZO @ 917-721-1114 or call the BMSL hotline: 718-361-3242

Calling All Umpires

Hello captains, just a reminder; the 2009 softball registration meetings are just around the corner for the BMSL summer season. All teams are welcome to attend the meetings throughout this March. The 09' season will begin on Sunday April 5th. Among other changes that will take place this season, player photo ID will be required for all players. During the final meeting we will hold our annual lottery event. At that time the league’s divisions will be selected. There will also be a vote on bunting. Any other league issues will also be addressed at that time. It is required that every team have AT LEAST ONE representative present to vote on any topics and get any info. That is available.

Finally if you are an individual looking for a team to play on please contact Tony Ferrazzo at 917-721-1114.

Playing in 30 degree temperatures, the Tribe put up five runs in the seventh inning of game two to take a 9 – 4 win and tie the series at one apiece. In game three the Tribe took an 8-5 lead into the bottom of the seventh where the Phantoms mounted a late game charge. After scoring two runs in the frame, the Phantoms loaded the bases with two out. So there it was title on the line, but a hard line drive was handled by Angle (MVP) to secure the game and the championship. Congratulations to the Dottey Brothers and the rest of the Tribe crew. Sorry About the Delay…

Game one of the "B" championship series was dominated by pitching and defense and played to a 0-0 tie for six a one half innings. It took the power of Paul from the Highlanders to break the tie in the bottom of the seventh when he hit a ball that bounced off of and over the rightfield fence giving the Highlanders a 1-0 game one victory.

Game two was played equally as tight. The highlanders jumped out to an early 4-0 lead. It took a grand lsam homerun by Clemente to get it tied up for the Indinans. Reinvigerated by the blast, the Indians forged ahead with three more runs, taking a 7-4 lead. In the top of the seventh the Highlanders showed their metal and score three of their own to force extra innings. And in the top of the eighth they took the lead at 8-7. The lone run would hold up giving the Highlanders the game and she title. This marks the third consecutive year that they have won the Fall title. And earns them the "B" division sweep of summer and fall in 08'. Congrats to Ray, Ricky and the boys on an outstanding season.

Like Labor Day the Summer Season has come and gone and new Champions have been crowned. In the "C" League Los Muchachos needed three games to get past New York's Largest to claim the title. Congratulations to Edgar and Johnny on a successful championship run.

In the "D" League Carnage had a two game sweep over The Honey Deo's to claim the "D" title. Congratulations to Craig and Adam on a great season.

Congtratulations to the Highlanders as they complete the three game sweep over Farrell's to repeat as "B" League Champions. The Highlanders won the best of five series 10-2, 9-0 and 8-1. The Highlanders were anchored by a strong pitching performance by Zorro (71 yrs old) and the strong hitting of series MVP Big Shug. Shug hit three HRs and cashed in with 11 RBIs in the championship series. In attendence was Nick Castell of Bad News. Earlier this year Nick's dad Frank past away. The Highlanders dedicated the title to Frank's memory and presented the trophy to Nick.

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In "C" League action Rounders moved on to the Eastern division finals with a two game sweep over the Brooklyn Blackhawks. In game one Chris D. continued his terrific playoff run. Chris allowed 0 earned runs over seven innings in an 8-1 victory. In game two it was a clutch RBI infield single with two out in the top of the seventh inning by Tim R. Rounders held on to win the game 6-5. In the other eastern series, NY Largest won two over Thunder in two games by the indenical 8-2 scores. In the West it seems that the string of upsets rolls on as th #7 seed Los Muchachos easily defeats the #1 seeded Sports Page 14-3 and 15-2. In the second western series Drunk Yard Dogs won two close contests over Ruckus 9-7 and 9-5.

Rounders vs Sick Fish: Game one was a one sided affair as Chris D. pitched a one hitter and held the Fish to three baserunners (2 errors) total in a 13-0, 7 inning Rounders. Game two was a much closer contest. Down 8-7 in the bottom of the seventh Sick Fish rallied to load the bases with two out, but a clutch effort by Joey S. (pitcher) ended the inning and Rounders advanced to round two.

Tribe vs Ruckus: Ruckus upsets the Tribe in three games. The third and decisive game went to the ninth inning.

Los Muchachos vs Canarsie Indians: Tied at 0-0 in the seventh inning of game one, Los Muchachos puts up a three spot. In the bottom of the inning the Indians scored two and loaded the bases before making the final out, coming up short at 3-2.

Thunder vs Linea: Thunder wins two close games over Linea. The first game took an extra inning as Thunder scores a walk off run in the bottom of the eighth. Game two was another close affair with Thunder winning 6-4.

Rude Boyz vs Instant Classic: These two teams played a classic game in game one of the series. The game took 14 innings to complete with the Rude Boyz getting two in the top of the 14th to take game one. Undaunted, Instant Classic would show their metal as they went on to win the next two games by scores of 8-5 and 5-1.

If you would like to see your highlights here, email them to Jake (jakepac615@aol.com)

The playoff format is as follows. “C” and “D” divisions are best two of three series, all to be played on the same day.

Home team is team that is listed first. Home team will choose field location and be home in the first and third games.

Home team is to provide bases. Should the home team fail to bring bases, the visitors will be used and they will be home for the first and third games.

“B” Championship series is a best of five series with the visiting team choosing the field for the first two games and the home team choosing the home field for the last three.

Uniform rules are in effect. Players must wear team jersey or t-shirt with team name or initials, and it must have a number on the back. This is a protestable offense. If a player plays without a uniform, the opposing team can protest the game. This protest will likely be upheld.

   Managers this is just a quick reminder regarding the All-Star Game. It will be played on Sunday 7/27 at Six Diamonds Field #6 at 1:30. The break down will be as follows, the "C" East and "D" North will play as one team and "C" West and "D" South will play as their opponent. Captains please select two players from your team to participate in the game. Please select people who are going to attend. It's kind of pointless to elect a guy because he deserves it, only to have him not show up.

   Also please contact Tony Ferrazzo (917-721-1114) and let him know how many players and spectators you will be bringing to the game. There will be food and raffles. The playoffs start the first week of August. Good Luck and enjoy the All-Star game.

Spartans win 5-4 in eight innings to complete sweep over Brooklyn Eagles. Highlanders win 3-2 in nine innings to complete sweep over Rounders. Highlanders take commanding lead in C-East. NY Strongest are led by 7th inning Grand Slam HR by Larry to win game one 16-15. Dynasty wons game two to earn the split. Wolfpack forced to forfeit game two of their series when ejections leave them too short to finish the game. They led 8-7 at the time of the ejections.

   In game 1 of Rounders and Bed Stuy it was pitching by Chris D. who through 4 innings of no hit ball before giving way to a relief pitcher, while the offense jumped out to a blazing start with nine first inning runs. In game two it was Dillon F. with a walk off home run to lead off the bottom of the eighth to give Rounders the 7-6 victory and the sweep. For bed Stuy MVPs are Pete  - HR and 2RBI. Game 2 was Dave 2 for 3, 2 RBI and Tee pitched 8 innings.

   For Doomsday it was Francisco with a walk off HR in the bottom of the eighth to take game two and the sweep.

   Scott leads the way for Raw Deal pitching a complete game 2-0 shutout in game two against Linea to earn the split.

Want to see your name in this article? Make sure you get those highlights to myself or Tony.

Jakepac615@aol.com

Tony - 917-721-1114

It has been brought to my attention (and rightfully so) that teams have not played enough divisional games. At the meeting before the season, I assured teams that there would be a sufficient amount of divisional play. To this point in the season that has not been the case. This is due in large part to the fact that teams don’t want to play out of their preferred time slot and away from their preferred fields, it has been difficult to say the least to accomplish the goal of divisional play. Starting next week (6/8/08) and throughout the remainder of the season, I will be emphasizing divisional play for those teams that have not played a minimum of 60 – 65% of division games. This means that team will have to be more flexible in regards to where and when they play. But in order to preserve the integrity of the league this is a necessary step.

Finally I personally think that the idea of a five week at a time of even full schedule should be revisited for next season. It would alleviate much of this problem. Please remember that when you list the times and fields that you prefer, it is not a guarantee. It is merely a guideline. I make my best effort to accommodate teams on a weekly basis, but there must be balance in the schedule.

On Six Diamonds 1 Los Muchachos (LM) and the Rounders played two thrilling one run games that would end in the home teams final at bat with walk off hits. In game one Henry hit a game winning single up the middle to finish off a three run seventh inning that would see LM turn a two run deficit into a one run victory. In game two Dillon F. from Rounders hit a two out RBI triple in the bottom of the eighth to break a 12-12 tie. On Marine park field three Doomsday defeated Bed Stuy 11-7 in game one. Bed Stuy MVP’s were Isaac and Ish. In game two it was all pitching as Tee from Bed Stuy  was out dueled by Frankie of Doomsday to a tune of 1-0.

Thunder and Highlanders don't play due to lousy field conditions.

Billy Buckman powers Sports Page offensive attack with three, three run Homeruns.

Ruckus forfeits one of the two in sweep.

Hawks forfeit one of two in sweep.

The league is scheduled to have an off day on Memorial Day weekend (5/25). However, if you would like to play please contact either Tony or Jake to be added to the make-up schedule. If you have had a bye or missed games for any reason, you are strongly urged to use this opportunity to play make-up games.

Due to requests from various teams I am modifying the pitcher eligibility. The rule as it currently stands makes it very difficult if not nearly impossible to get a third pitcher eligible for the playoffs. The pitcher eligibility requirement of three innings for a minimum of twelve (12) games will now be reduced to three innings for a minimum of eight (8) games. This move from twelve to eight allows more flexibility with game to game decisions with reducing the integrity of the regular season or playoffs.

TONY F.

"C" League:

Six Diamonds field #1 Rounders and Braveheart play two one run games. In game one Rounders Joey S. out dueled the Braveheart ace with a 3-2 win. In game two it was Rounders third basemen Ralph O. with a clutch three run triple to top off a four run sixth inning. Rounders win 11-10.

Marine Park 4: Scott Esposito of Raw Deal holds down the offense of Doomsday to take game 1 8-3.

Marine park 5: Lucas goes 4-4 with 2HRs in the game between the Regulators and Bad News.

"D" Division:

The Ft. Hamilton Hawks and Team Primetime play a ten inning thriller, with Primetime coming out on top 16-15.

League Fees must be paid in full before week four of the regular season. Any teams that have not paid by that time will not be scheduled to play games. Please contact Tony to make arrangements for payment. Or mail a check or money order made payable to Carmen Ferrazzo.

Carnage and Phantoms play three games to decide the title. Game one was played close for the first three innings with Phantoms holding a 5-3 lead. but in the fourth added on four runs to take a commanding 9-3 lead and would go on to win game one 11-6. Carnage would not be denied their retrobution. And with their hige octane offense put up seven runs in the second inning and went on to win a 20-5 blowout to set up a decisive game three. With their seasons on the line neither team would back off in game three. After three innings the Phantoms lead 4-3. In the top of the fourth phantoms would score 5 runs only to have Carnage score 5 of their own to trail by one again. In the bottom of the seventh Phantoms led 10-9. Carnage would load the bases in the inning, prompting the Phantoms to bring in a fifth infielder and play three outfielders. The strategy would pay off when a ball hit up the middle that would have normally been a hit turned into a crushing game ending double play for Carnage.

Congratulations to Andrew and Phantoms players on an ourstanding Playoff and Championship series in route to becoming the 2007 Fall "D" League Champions.

We would like to take this opportunity to thank each and every player in our irganization for participating in our Fall league. We wish everyone a happy and healthy holiday season. We hope your stay with us was an enjoyable one and are looking foward to sharing our 2008 Summer league season with you.

 Sicerely in Sports,

Tony Ferrazzo

 B.M.S.L Commissioner

Carnage and Phantoms will face off at Dyker #4 in the "D" league

Canarsie Indians and Rucus will face off at Starrett City #1

This week’s games are officially postponed until Sunday November 4^th. The schedule from this week will carry over until next Sunday. Teams on a bye will still be on a bye. If you are on a bye and would like to play a scrimmage game next Sunday, contact Tony and he will try to arrange a game for you. Tony: 917-923-4641.

The playoffs will begin on Sunday 11/4/2007. Each round of the playoffs is a best of three series. All games are to be played at 9:00am. All three games of a series will be played all on the same day. The team with the better record will be home teams for the first and third games and have choice of fields... Permits permitting.  Team with better record (Home Team) is to provide bases for all three games.  Mercy rule applies only for first round of playoffs.  "B" Division 10 run mercy, "C" Division 12 run mercy and "D" Division 15 run mercy. Bunting is permitted in the "B" divsion ONLY provided that there are no runners on base at the time of the attempted bunt.

The following teams have a 1st round bye: "B" Aquillis - "C" Ruckus, Storm, Indians and Doomsday - "D" Brooklyn Bombers, Deadwood, Carnage and Always and Adventure

"B" League - All Teams Make Playoffs

"C" League - Top 6 teams make playoffs. 1st and 2nd get "BYE" 3 vs. 6 & 4 vs. 5

"D" League - Top 4 teams make playoffs 1 vs. 4 & 2 vs. 3

Top record is home team for 1st and 3rd games and choice of field. All series are best of three and will be played all on same day.

Please sebd any outstanding team rosters or league payments to Tony.

A-Division: Mayhem over Sportspage, 2 games to 0

B-Division: Puerto Rico over Los Muchachos, 2 games 0

C-Division: Rounders over Canarsie Indians, 2 games to 1

D-Division: Trojans over Team Collazo, 2 games to 1

Congratulations to the following BMSL Summer League Champions:
A-Division: Wolf Pack over the Highlanders, 2 games to 0
B-Division: Aguilas over the Warriors, 2 games to 1
C-Division: Sidewinders over Thunder, 2 games to 1
D-Division: Trojans over T&S Oilers, 2 games to 0

B-Division
The Bums captured their first league championship by knocking off the defending champion Farrells in three closely fought games. The first game went to the Farrells 4-1, but the Bums bounced back to win the last two 5-3 and 2-0.

C-Division (A level)
Original Gangsters  capped off a strong season by besting Sports Page in two games, 3-1 and 8-0. The Gangsters also earned their first league title.

C-Division (B level)
The Dragons staged two stirring comebacks in games 1 and 3 of their series to squeeze by the Highlanders and claim the lower C-division crown. The first game saw the Dragons rally from an early deficit to win 9-4, but the Highlanders responded in game two by cruising to a 7-2 victory. In the finale, the Highlander took a 5-1 lead into the 7th inning, but the title slipped from their hands as the Dragons rallied for 5 runs and the 6-5 victory. In keeping with the theme of the day, the Dragons also hoisted their first BMSL trophy.

Cobras v. Puerto Rico
The Cobras took a pair from Puerto Rico by two mercy scores: 10-0 and 11-1. Joey and Andy pitched brilliantly and were supported by a balanced offense, which was led by Jimmy and Shawn, who each knocked in 4 runs.

Smith’s Tavern vs. Sore Losers
Smith’s Tavern and the Sore losers split their doubleheader. Smith’s cruised to a 7-2 victory in game 1, but came up short in the nightcap despite a 7th inning homerun from Mike F. that gave the team a short lived lead. In the bottom of the inning, Chris R. belted a two run game winning double to give Sore losers an 8-7 victory.

Falcons vs. Bums
The Falcons took two close contests from the Bums. The Falcons won first game 3-2 in the bottom of the seventh when Sal Monaco pinch hit a game winning single. The second game was seesaw battle, but the Falcons stood strong winning 9-8.

Brooklyn Knights vs. Bull Dogs
The Brooklyn Knights swept the Bull Dogs. In the first game, the Knights battled back from an early 7 run deficit thanks to the fine pitching of Paul Bauman who settled down after a rocky start to earn a 19-7 victory. In the second game, the Knight’s gloves and bats stayed hot .Erik Haase’s excellent defense and game savings plays along with the big hitting of Keith Giunder and Paul Bauman Jr’s led the Knights enroot to an 11-3 win. The team also offered congratulations to Joe Bruno, who really got a work out in his first Knights game.