Dutchess Debs: Debs History
The name "Deb" is short for debutante. Webster's Dictionary defines
debutante as a young woman who is making her formal entrance into society. Therefore, a Dutchess Deb is a young woman who makes her formal entrance into fastpitch softball society!
Early Days of Dutchess Debs
Clif Ong founded the Dutchess Debs in 1981. His principles & philosophy of excellence, dedication, determination & team performance still carry over to today's Deb's teams. The Debs Organization has grown from a single 19 & Under team to teams covering 18U, 16U, 14U & 12U. Our success and reputation are a credit to Clif and all the other early volunteers. Countless Debs players have moved on to the next step to play competitively at the college & older club levels.
Did you know !
The Deb's Organization can brag that 3 former influential
members have been inducted into the New York State ASA Hall of Fame.
1988--Cliff Ong (Player)
1993--Gerry DeFiglio (Player)
1998--Rocco Veronesi (Player)
Did you know ? Nationals 1989 ??
The 1989 Debs 19U Team played & lost to a LaPalma California team who
pitched a litte known (at the time) pitcher named Lisa Fernandez? That is a fact Jack! If there are any former Debs out there who want to proudly admit that they went down swinging against Lisa F. please contact us.
