We want to thank all the young ladies that came out to tryouts last week. The turnout was great and we had some hard choices to make. The 10U team has been set, also the 14U and 16U Red. We are still working on our 16U Blue, and both 18U teams. These teams should be set by the end of the week, if not sooner. If you tried out for any of these three older teams, you will be, or should be contacted shortly. If you have any questions, please contact the head coach shown below for the team you are looking to play for. Once again, Thank you for coming out to another great Inferno tryout.

MORE IMPORTANT NEWS. --- Look back soon for an update on a possible 12U team that Inferno will be fielding and holding tryouts for within the next week.

• 10U -- Head Coach: Bill Wilmoth. Cell# 804-347-8051. E-mail: inspect_1@comcast.net
• 14U -- Head Coach: Rich Trala. Cell# 804-513-2769. E-mail: raptorsoftball@verizon.net
• 16U Red -- Head Coach: Payton Gordon. Cell# 804-380-7559. E-mail: pgordon@villagebank.com
• 18U Blue -- Head Coach: Kathy Johnstone. Cell# 703-309-8266
• 18U Red -- Head Coach: Barry Lenhart. Cell# 804-641-4560

Thank you,

Ken McCabe

Inferno celebrated the Holiday season at it's 4th annual organizational Christmas Party. The event brought many Inferno families together for fun, food, and dancing. Their was even a special visit from Santa and one of his little elves.

A special thanks to Brian Adkins and his family for being our DJ's for the evening. Also the Bishop Ireton Center for giving us a great place to hold our event.

From all of us with RBI Inferno.

MERRY CHRISTMAS & HAPPY NEW YEAR!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

A great opportunity was brought before our 16U gold team. An opportunity for some to join the most prestigious name in Virginia Fast Pitch Softball. The Shamrocks, an organization that has been placing young ladies in college programs since 1972. The Shamrocks recognized the talent that the Gold team had assembled. They recognized the level of training that they had received. And most definitely recognized our players abilities on the field.

Inferno 16U is proud to announce our association with an organization so deeply rooted in the history of womens fastpitch softball. The wealth of knowledge that we will draw from the Shamrocks 38 years of experience will help to continue Inferno's growth here in Central Virginia. Please visit our 16U link above for more information.

The Inferno organization has never been stronger, and this is just another notch our evolution. Inferno continues to look for talented young players that want to learn and train at the highest possible level. So they to can reach the goals that our set before them when being a part of this great organization.

If you are the best, or strive to be the best, then please contact us for what could be your chance to be a part of our family.

GO INFERNO!!!!!!!!

Another great showing for four of the Inferno teams this past weekend in the SN "Halloween Cup". The youngsters of the organization (10U) had another great weekend. Winning four straight and making it to the Gold Championship game on Sunday. There they would finish runner up against a seasoned 2nd year Riptides team. Runner-up out of 11 teams is still an outstanding accomplishment for this brand new team.

The 14U Red would also have a great weekend. Going 4-1 and finishing 5th in the Gold Division, out of the 21 teams entered at the 14U level. This is another new Inferno team that is working hard to keep the winning tradition going.

Our 16U Blue team played three great games Saturday and continued that great play into Sunday morning. Sunday they would go undefeated and win the Silver Division Championship. Dominating the Purple Haze in the Championship game would top off their great weekend.

Last was our 16U Gold Team playing up again at the 18U level. This time they proved that they could play with the best around. Facing Sports Plus once, and the Dixie Chicks twice. None were victories for Inferno, but they new our girls were there to play ball. Overall tournament was very successful for the GOLD. Finishing 3rd in the Gold division out of the nine teams entered.

Congratulations to all the Inferno teams and good luck this coming weekend in Powhatan and Virginia Beach. I'm sure there will be plenty of hardware coming home with you.

Both Blue teams played this past weekend and each came up one game short of becoming "A" division Champions.

Our 14U Blue traveled to Kinston, NC to compete in the USFA "Trunk or Treat" tournament. It is one of the largest tournaments held each Fall, and this year was no different. With 40 teams competing it would make for some tough competition. Inferno would play 2 pool play games Saturday, winning both. Sunday was a blind draw single elimination. They would start the day early that morning winning easily. Then after a long break would start the march to the championship game. Dominating for the next two games to make it to the championship game undefeated. There facing the OH they would run out of steam. Congratulations to Orion Hunter on their victory. We look forward to seeing you in Powhatan in a couple of weeks.

Next it was the 16U Blue traveling down to Newport News to play in the NSA "Season Fall Finale". Saturday would be a little tough, but the girls played hard. Finishing as the 3 seed would make for a hard road ahead on Sunday. But the ladies came out Sunday ready to go all the way. Starting off against the Carolina Fear that morning and showing them what Fear is all about. Next it was the Semi-Final against a talented Va Lady Aces team. But just as on Saturday they couldn't put a run on the board against our defense. Now on to the Championship Game to meet the Vipers. They jumped on us quick and we just couldn't seem to get the bats alligned to put the runs on the board. Congratulations to the Vipers for giving us a good Championship game.

Great job Inferno Blue's !!!!!!!!!!!!!

Once again Inferno had another great weekend of softball. The BIG story of the weekend was our youngest team. The 10U Inferno had an outstanding second tournament of the Fall. Out of the 9 teams entered, they went 5-2 and finished Gold Division Champions of the SN Fall Finale. What an awesome accomplishment for a brand new 10U team in their first season together.

Great job 10U!!!!!!

Then it was on to a rain shortened one day marathon NSA Last Blast Classic tournament. Our 13U and 16U Gold teams would make to the championship by toughing out the longest day of softball I can remember in recent times. The 13U played their first game at 8:00am and their last at around 9:30pm. They would go 4-1 and finish Runner up. Special Note: Out of the 10 teams entered, the final two were true 13U teams. Way to go 13U!!!!!!!

The 16U Gold would start the day off a little slow. Falling to a tough 16U Edge team 4-3, but from there they would never look back. They would once again see the Edge and play another tough game in the Semi Final. After that great defensive battle against the Edge, we would play the Championship game and come out Gold Champions once again.

Congrats to all the Inferno teams on another great weekend of ball!!!!!

Dear Frank,

     Just wanted to thank you for the generous scholarship that Katie was fortunate enough to receive. She is very excited and has already…..at 14…..begun to narrow her list of Universities she is interested in. Many times we are so busy focusing on the sport of softball that we forget that it’s truly about educating and developing our youth.  Softball allows them to have tons of fun, be physically active, learn about teamwork, and gain valuable life skills for the future. What a cool thing!

     Thanks for all that you do to promote Youth Fast-Pitch Softball! We greatly appreciate your efforts!

Regards,

Chris Smith

Asst Coach-RBI Inferno 14u Blue

What another great weekend of Inferno Softball. We'll start by congratulating this past weekends big winner. The 14U Inferno Blue once again finished as Champions playing up at the 16U level. They traveled to Charlottesville and competed in the NSA "Indian Summer Blast". There they would lose their first game on Saturday, and never look back. Sunday was the day they would lay it all on the line. First defeating the 16U Rampage, then the 16U Strike Force, and last the 16U Edge in the Championship game. Way to show the competition who brings the heat.

Our 13U team would also start Saturday a little slow in Charlottesville, and go 1-2 for the day. But in Inferno style, they would turn up the heat on Sunday. Winning three straight games to make it to the Championship. There they would face a tough Va Crushers team, and lose in a hard fought battle all the way to the end. Still another awesome weekend for this young team.

Next our 18U team traveled to Newport News to play in SN "Fall Fast Pitch Championship". There they would have one of the their best showings to date of the fall. The Championship game would only go 1 inning and be called due to the rain. Based only on runs allowed during the tournament, they would finish Runner Up to the Va Bat Busters.  Congratulations ladies.

And last the 16U Gold team started their showcase schedule in the USSSA "12th Annual Fall Scholastic Showcase". They showed well, playing some decent competition from MD, VA, and PA. Playing three 18U teams, one 2nd year 16, and only losing one of the four games. Look for even better things to come when this team is back at full force.

Once again, great job this weekend to all the Inferno teams competing.

Inferno Teams turned up the Heat in both Richmond and Williamsburg. Three teams competing this past weekend finished extremely well. Two of the three went undefeated and brought home the big trophy.

Our 13U team had another outstanding weekend at the NSA "Richmond Fall Frenzy". In their 2nd tournament of the fall season, they once again went undefeated. Going 6-0 and defeating the Speed in the Championship game.

Then our 14U Blue team playing up at the 16U level in the same tournament finished a strong 3rd. Going 4-1 and losing a close battle with the eventual tournament Champions.

Last it was the 16U Gold playing in the NSA "Williamsburg Fall Festival". They too would go 6-0 and defeat a tough hitting Yorktown Revolution in the Championship Game.

Congratulations to all the Inferno teams on another strong showing!!!!!!!!

3 more Inferno Teams played this past weekend and all finished well in their respective tournaments.

Our 10U team made its debut in the SN "Fall Opener". They had a great weekend, and competed in a nail biter Silver Division Championship Game. They finished Runner-up in a close game against the Va Chaos, final score 8-7. Look for good things from this nearly all new Inferno Team. Way to go Ladies!!!!

Next our 16U Blue team traveled to Newport News to compete in the NSA "Peninsula Scramble" There they would start their Fall season with great results. Playing some incredible games, and going into extra innings ITB in at least two of those games. The Championship game was no different. It also went ITB for 3 innings and Inferno would finish Runner-up. It was still a great finish for a team that has worked so hard. Great job Ladies!!!!!!!

Last it would be our 18U team traveling to Roanoke to compete in the NSA "Play the Valley Fall Showcase". There they faced some good teams and showed very well. Inferno finished 5th out of the 24 teams entered. This was a great start for our first ever 18U team. Keep up the hard work!!!!!!!

Check back next week to see how the four Inferno teams competing this coming weekend fair. I'm sure you will see great results as the 13U, 14U Blue, 16U Gold, and 16U Blue hit the fields.

Way to Go Inferno!!!!!!!!

Five Inferno Teams played some great softball this past weekend. Competing in three different tournaments from Richmond to Arlington.

• 12U Inferno -- NSA Fall Brawl -- Silver Division Champions
• 13U Inferno -- ASA First Responders Cup -- Undefeated Silver Division Champions
• 14U Inferno Blue -- ASA First Responders Cup -- Undefeated Gold Division Champions
• 14U Inferno Red -- SN Varsity Blues -- Undefeated Gold Division Champions
• 16U Inferno Gold -- ASA First Responders Cup -- Gold Division Runner Up

Pictures and more info on this great start will be posted on home page and individual sites in the coming days.

WAY TO GO INFERNO!!!!!!!!!!!

The 14U started their Fall season by traveling to Newport News to compete in the SN Queen Bee Showdown. They played up at the 16U level, scoring 55 runs and only allowing 7. Returning home as the undefeated Champions. What a way to begin the season ladies.

Inferno tryouts are finally complete. This year brought our largest turnout ever along with some of the best talent in the area. With over 140 total players trying out, we were able to once again field what will be some of the best teams in the state and beyond. A big testiment to our success is the fact that out 4 out of the 5 existing Inferno teams had every player return to tryout for their team.

We want to thank all of the Coaches, Parents, Players, and Fans for once again making the Inferno tryouts a huge success. It couldn't be done without all of your help and dedication.

GO INFERNO!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Three Inferno Teams traveled out of state in July to the NSA World Series in both Charlotte NC, and Chattanooga TN. All three teams finished strong in their respective tournaments. 

First our 13U Blue team travelled to Chattanooga TN for the NSA "B" Worlds and finished Runner Up out of 33 teams.

Next our our 10U team travelled to Charlotte NC to compete at the NSA "A" and placed 5th out of the 25 teams entered.

And our 14U Gold team also went to Charlotte for the NSA "A" Worlds where the placed 7th out of the 65 teams competing.

Also our newest team, formally the River City Riot, finished as undefeated 12U Champions at the SN Nationals held in Va Beach.

Congratulations to all these awesome teams for representing Inferno in style.

For the past two weekends Inferno teams have proved they can play with anyone. 10U, 13U Blue, 14U Gold, & 16U Red have all placed at or near the top in each of their tournaments.

Of course our 10U team once again has gone undefeated. This past weekend it was in the SN Nitty Gritty. This team is now headed out to Charlotte for the NSA "A" World Series. The competition better be on the lookout when this young team rolls into town.

Next our 13U team continues to put on a show against anyone who steps on the field. They went 4-1 in the NSA World Series Warm-up and fell to the eventual champions, Yorktown Revolution. They head off to Chatanooga for the NSA "B" World Series. This year they are going as the defending Champions of the 12U NSA World Series last year in Salem. If you listen you can hear the chant of "REPEAT" in the Championship game now.

Our 16U Red is really putting some good victories under their belt. They have just finished the past two Softball Nation tournaments as Runner up in the Gold division. Look for more to come from this tallented group of players and coaches as they make their move to 18U this Fall. They will be competing in the SN Fast Pitch Nationals this coming weekend. We all wish them the best as they will represent Inferno in a very tough field of 16U teams.

And last, our 14U Gold team continues to put on a show. This weekend at the Commonwealth Games in Roanoke they once again played up at the 16U level. As local College coaches watched, the youngsters of the field of teams did what they do best, Win. Going 3-0 in pool play put them in the "A" division in elimination play. They would continue to win in some incredible games and make it to the big game. There they would fall to the Virginia Renegades in a 7 inning, 1-0 game. They came home as the Silver Medalist of the 16U "A" National Division. They will be also headed to Charlotte to participate in the NSA "A" World Series. Competition beware!!!!!!!!!

From all of us at Inferno. We wish all teams from around the state headed out to World Series & National events the best of luck. Always remember, Win or lose, it is a special time of year for all of the young ladies that play the sport they all love and enjoy. Make it a memory they will never forget.

GO INFERNO!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

First of all Congratulations to the RBI Inferno 10U for finishing as undefeated Champions of the SN Queen of the Hill. Once again our youngest of players finish on top. Look out Charlotte, here come's Inferno.

Our 13U Blue team had another strong showing as usual. Placing 3rd in the Gold Division out of the 19 teams entered. Chattanooga better be on the watch as Inferno rolls into town in a couple of weeks.

Lastly, our 14U Gold team played up at the 16U level. Going 6-2 and finishing 5th in the Gold Division out of the 28 teams entered. Another good showing for the Gold.

Great job by all the Inferno Ladies!!!!!!!

Congratulations to both of these young teams for having a great showing this past weekend at the NSA States.

Our 10U team started the tournament strong going undefeated on Saturday. On Sunday the competition got tougher and though the team fought hard to the end, 3rd place is where they would finish. Great job for the youngest of Inferno girls.

The 13U team would dominate the "B" bracket, going undefeated for the entire tournament. Doing it the way they know best, shutting out the competition in every game.

Outstanding weekend Inferno!!!

Congratulations to both the Inferno 16U Red & 14U Gold for finishing strong this past weekend in each of their tournaments.

The 16U Red played some great ball this past weekend Softball Nation Rock & Fire tournament. Going 2-1 in pool play would place them as the #2 seed going into Sunday's elimination play. They would first defeat the Vixens & Va. Lady Eagles sending them down to the Silver bracket. This put them in the Championship Game in the Gold bracket. It was Inferno vs. Rampage and it was sure to be a great game. Inferno would score first and hold Rampage with great pitching and defense. But in the 7th Rampage would scratch back and score 2 ending the game 2-1 Rampage. Great job by both teams in what I'm sure was an exciting game.

Next it was off to Lynchburg where the 14U Gold would compete in the 14U "A" ASA state tournament. Eight teams from all around the state came together in what would prove Inferno's toughest challenge of the season. In the end it was all we could ask for. Final three teams standing, Shamrocks, Vienna Stars, & RBI Inferno Gold. We would fall to both, but they both know we were there. Hats off to the Shamrocks for finishing Champions, and to the Stars for giving us the most exciting game of the weekend. More details on www.rbiinfernogold.com

Great job Ladies!!!!!!!!!!!!

Congratulations to all the teams that played this past weekend in the largest tournament held in Virginia this 2010 season. It was HOT, humid, Windy, and best of all were the sand storms. But as usual, Frank Rachubka, his assistants, and umpires pulled off another great tournament.

The 13U Blue played in the 14U "B" going 7-0 on the weekend and battling hard with the 13U Hanover X-treme in the Championship Game. Tied at the bottom of the 7th, Inferno scored and graciously accepted their hardware. Nothing but more great things to come from this young team.

Next it was the 14U Gold playing up in the 16U "A" bracket. In there 2nd 16U tournament in a row, and with the competition stronger than the previous weekend, the ladies would once again prove themselves. Going 2-0-1 in Saturday's pool play and then 3-0 on Sunday. The Championship game came down to the two best teams there, Inferno vs. Legends. Both out of the same pool, had tied on saturday, and both 14U. It was a great way to end the weekend.

Hat's off to all the teams that played this weekend.

Congratulations to the Inferno Gold for finishing Runner-Up this past weekend in 16U NSA "Summer Showdown". The team battled tough all weekend and finished with a record of 5-1.

Both the 10U & 14U Gold teams traveled to Newport News to play in a special tournament this past Mother's Day weekend. For the past 5 years Frank Rachubka has been hosting this tournament to help raise money to fight breast cancer. This year according to Frank, the tournament raised over $2500.00 to help the fight for a cure. Inferno wants to thank Frank, NSA and all the teams that joined together this weekend to help "Fight For A Cure"

Our 10U team had another great weekend of ball. Going 5-1, and losing a heartbreaker championship game against the Riptides. Final score after 7 innings, 2-1.

The 14U Gold had another stellar performance going 5-0-1. Finishing Champions out of the 14 teams in thier age bracket. Facing the Va. Lady Eagles and playing a good championship game to bring home the Gold. Final Score 5-3.

The Hardware just keeps piling Up. WAY TO GO INFERNO!!!!!!!!!!!

Once again the Inferno puts on a show for it's fans & competition. Both the 10U & 14U Gold finished as undefeated champions this past weekend. Our 12U team would finish 3rd with another respective showing. After a 2 hour rain delay on Saturday the games began. Fields still a little slippery & soft the teams took the field.

The 10U would play in a double elimination, 7 team tournament and never fall to anyone. Congratulations to our youngest group of ladies and their coaches for another great weekend of Inferno softball.

The 12U also played in a 7 team double elimination tournament. Going 1-1 in pool play and then winning the next 2 elimination games on Saturday. Sunday they fell in to the losers bracket in a close game and couldn't battle out. They would finish as the sole 3rd place team out of the 7 teams.

The 14U Gold would put on both a defensive and offensive show all weekend. They went 7-0 for the weekend and faced the KW Bobcats in the Championship game. Inferno would shut down the Bobcat's bats, just as they did in pool play, with incredible pitching and defense. And put plenty of runs on the board to defeat them both days.

Congratulations again to all the teams that played this past weekend. I also want to thank Allan Spencer and NSA for hosting another great tournament.

I can't say it enough. WAY TO GO INFERNO!!!!!!!

Congratulations go out to both the 10U & 13U for having a great showing at their respective tournaments this past weekend.

First the 10U competed in the NSA Va Cup here in Richmond and went undefeated for the weekend. Going into ITB in the Championship game made for an exciting finish for our youngest of players. This team is going to go a long way.

Next, our 13U traveled to Dunn, NC to compete in the NCUSFA Spring Break Tournament. It was two warm up games into a blind draw, double elimination tournament. Once into elimination play the competition only got stronger. Going 3-2 in elimination play, and finishing runner up to the Big Bats of the Wayne County Hurricanes was the way it would finish. Final score Hurricanes 9, Inferno 6. Make sure to take a good look at the picture of these two teams. Ti never looked so small before.

Great Job Ladies!!!!!

Both the 12U & 14U Gold finished Runner-Up in their tournaments this past weekend. Congratulations to both these great teams for playing some awesome softball.

The 12U traveled to Charlottesville to compete in the Pony "Top of the World Bash". They would go 4-2 on the weekend, and lead the Championship game until the final inning. The Redbirds would battle back with time expired and hold off the Inferno to win the Championship. It was a great game by both teams.

The 14U Gold traveled to Vienna to play at the Pony "Cherry Blossom" tournament. Teams from Virginia, Maryland, & Delaware would come together to compete in what would be the most challenging tournament of this season. Every game was a close battle to the end. Going 5-1 for the weekend and finishing Runner Up to the Vienna Stars was worth every minute of the trip. Hat's off to the Stars, you girls have some incredible bats.

Great job Ladies!!!!!!!!!!!

Congratulations to both our 10U & 14U Gold teams for placing in this past weekends Chesterfield Classic. Another strong showing for both of these great teams. The 10U finished a strong 3rd after thier loss in the Semi Final to the Galaxy, and the 14U Gold finished Gold Champions over the Richmond Ruckus.

Please visit the individual team websites for more info on their weekend.

WAY TO GO INFERNO!!!!!!!!!!!!

Great job to all the Inferno players and coaches for another very successful weekend of softball. Inferno teams played in three different tournaments across Virginia. Two finishing as undefeated Champions and the third going 4-1 and finishing 3rd. Hats off to all the girls for playing some great spring softball.

• 10U -- Champions of the SN Early Bird Brawl
• 12U -- 3rd Place of the Pony Big Hill Battle
• 14U Gold -- Champions of the ASA Cabin Fever

Congratulations to the 13U & 14U teams for bringing home the Championship trophies in their tournaments.

First the 13U traveled north to Muncy PA to compete in an indoor tournament in "THE DOME" at Generations Sports Complex. It was the USSSA "MIDNIGHT MADNESS" tournament that began at 10:00pm Saturday and ended sometime around 9:00am Sunday morning. From everything I've heard, it was an experience they all will never forget. A double elimination tournament straight through the night. And when the chips were down, the 13U turned on the heat as only they can do. Congratulations again ladies for representing Inferno in fine fashion.

Next it was the New 14U Gold team making it's tournament debut playing up at the 16U age bracket. It was the 16U Montgomery County Shock from PA, the 16U Vipers from Spotsylvania, the 16U Skyliners from Suffolk, and the 14U Gold Inferno based out of Chesterfield that came together for a one day showdown. Inferno's offense started a little slow, but soon turned on the steam. Outscoring the opponents in 4 games 25-4. Our defense was stout, offense was strong, and pitching stellar (40 strikeouts) as we were the undefeated champions of the Pony "ICEBREAKER". Congratulations to this fine group of ladies. It goes to show you that change is sometimes a good thing.

Congratulations to all of the young ladies of Inferno who tried out for their School teams. These players will represent Inferno proudly at schools all around Central Virginia.

Way to go Inferno Ladies!!!!!!

 WOW, what a way for the RBI Inferno 16U Red to end their Fall 09 Season. This group of young ladies came together the 1st of September and have worked hard all Fall to show what they are truly capable of delivering on the field. It all came together this weekend in Hampton VA's Softball Nations End of Season Showstopper. They played great ball against some very tough and well coached teams going 5 and 0 for the weekend with a win over Orion Hunter in the Championship Game 2---0. This team has played very good defense the entire Fall season and that continued this past weekend allow only 5 runs while scoring 29. The coaching staff is very proud of your Fall accomplishments, your hard work and dedication definitely showed this weekend. Enjoy your Christmas Break, winter workouts began Jan. 2010. Can't wait to put this show back on the field for the Summer 2010 Season.   

Barry Lenhart
RBI Inferno 16U Red
804-641-4560

10U - Champions - End of Season Showstopper - Hampton

12U Elite - Runner Up - Battle at the Beach - Myrtle Beach

16U Red - Undeafeated Champions - End of Season Showstopper - Hampton

The 12U Elite made it's final 2009 stand in what would be it's toughest test of the year. Traveling south of the border to Myrtle Beach was what this top level team had been waiting for all year. They would face the toughest teams they had seen all season. Teams came from Virginia, NC, SC, & Georgia to compete at the highest level of 12U fastpitch softball.

Inferno dominated in pool play and through the first couple of games in elimination. As the field narrowed going into Sunday, the competition got stiffer. Making it to the final round in the winner's bracket, we would face a very strong Tanel 360 Black team out of southern Georgia. The game was a defensive dual for sure. Going a full 7 innings with no score and headed into ITB, we knew we had finally met our equal. After two innings of ITB, Tanel scored a run and that's all it would take. Great game, but they knew they would see us again real soon.

Now in the loosers bracket, it was The Fire 97 out of South Carolina. They were a year younger, but it sure didn't show. They put up a much better battle than they did on Saturday, but we were just too strong. Now it was the rematch we had been anticipating. We would have to defeat the Tanel 360 team twice to take home the gold, but we knew we had the talent to do just that.

The game was another defensive battle through 7 innings, and sure enough a 1-1 tie and headed to ITB. It would last another 4 innings. First we scored two, then they would match it. Then again, we scored another two and they countered it. Finally in the 11th, the winning run came across the plate for the Tanel team and it was over. What a game!!!!!!!!!!!!

Both of these top teams traveled 6 hours from the south and from the north to meet in what was the most memorable game of our season. Congratulations to the Tanel team. They are the strongest batting 12U team I've ever seen and they will do awesome at 14U next season.

And a huge congratulations to the players, parents, & coaches of the Inferno. You all have made 2009 something for this organization to be real proud of. As rising 13U players, it's going to be a tough year in 2010 for your competition.

GO INFERNO!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

There's a special story behind the picture below. The players below had never met each other until this day. They formed a bond on the field like I have never seen before and may never again. This young lady (stud catcher & batter) from the Tanel team came to our pitcher after the game. She asked her to sign a game ball she had hit over the 200' fence in a previous game against another team. She said to our pitcher in that wonderful Georgia accent. "I want your autograph because you'll be famous one day, and I might be able to sell this ball on e-bay" That statement brought a smile and a tear to a wonderful young lady, our pitcher. I personally will never forget this past weekend and I'm sure there are many others from Georgia, South Carolina, North Carolina and I know Virginia that share the same feeling.

All I can say is UNBELIEVABLE....

Coach Ken

What a wonderful way for our 10U girls to end the fall season ~ GOLD CHAMPIONS!!  An overall record of 5-1 for the weekend! Great pitching, great defense and OUTSTANDING offense at the plate!  All of the girls have improved their game with lots of practice and hard work.  We would like to thank all of our opponents for good competition and sportsmanship.  We would also like to thank Softball Nation - Daryll Gore - for putting on a well run show and providing an excellent umpiring staff and fields. 

It's real simple. Score 49 runs, allow 4, and what do you get?

"2009 NSA FALL CLASSIC 14U CHAMPIONS"

This is exactly what the doctor ordered for the official finally of the 14U Gold's 2009 season. The ladies played some awesome ball, going 7-0 for the weekend and defeating the Yorktown Revolution 7-1 to bring home the GOLD. See the 14U home page for more details.

WAY TO GO INFERNO!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

The ladies of the Inferno 14U Gold traveled south this past weekend to East Carolina to play in the largest tournament of the fall. USFA had 40 teams playing at the 14U age level and that was just what Inferno was looking for. Lots of teams and some good competition. Saturday's pool play was fun, but meant nothing but some warm-up games for Sunday. Sunday's elimination was pre-determined by a blind draw that was done before we even arrived. Lucky us, we had an 8:00 Sunday start while the more fortunate slept till noon. That's OK, the ladies fought hard all day winning a nail biter semi-final against a big Carolina Lookouts team 1-0. Then it was on to the championship game against the Hurricanes.

All I can say is it was an offensive battle the entire way. The Hurricanes can hit and hit they did. Back and forth the lead changed until time expired and we fell short. 7-6 final score. The Hurricanes are a classy group with some of the nicest players we have ever faced. We thank them for a great Championship game and hope to see them in the future.

Great job this weekend ladies!!!!!!!!!!

Congratulations again to our youngest group of Inferno ladies. The 10U Inferno were the Champions of the NSA "Indian Summer Blast" in Charlottesville. They are the foundation of Inferno and have once again proved it in Inferno style.

Way to go Ladies and Coaches !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

This is starting to sound like a broken record. Always repeating the same thing over and over again every weekend an Inferno team plays. Well here we go again.

CONGRATULATIONS TO THE RBI INFERNO 12U & 13U. Both teams won Championships this past weekend. The 12U went 3-2 and defeated the NN Rage in the Silver Championship of the SN Movin Up tournament. The 13U went 5-1 and defeated the 13U Hanover X-treme 7-2 in the Championship game of the Pony Fall Classic. Hats off to both of these fine Inferno teams for representing the organization by bringing home the Hardware.

WAY TO GO INFERNO!!!!!!!!!!

Congratulations to all of the Inferno teams that played in the 2009 NSA "Indian Summer Blast". 4 out of the 5 teams entered placed this past weekend in what was another great weekend of softball for Inferno.

• RBI INFERNO 10U - UNDEFEATED CHAMPIONS!!!!!!!!!
• RBI INFERNO GOLD 14U - UNDEFEATED CHAMPIONS!!!!!!!!!
• RBI INFERNO BLUE 16U - 3RD PLACE
• RBI INFERNO RED 16U - 3RD PLACE

WAY TO GO INFERNO !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

WOW, what a way for the Inferno Teams to officially kick off the Fall Season. Five Inferno teams played some awesome softball this weekend with four coming away with some nice hardware.

A huge congratulations to the 13U Blue for finishing Champions of the 14U age group. They were the dominate team as usual, going 4-2 and knocking off both the 14U Edge teams. First defeating the 14U edge in the semi-final 6-0 and then moving on to defeat the younger Edge in the Championship by a score of 16-7. I personally am very proud to have this team in our organization. Great coaches, great parents, and best of all awesome young players.

Next it was our 14U gold team playing up at the 16U level. These girls turned on the Inferno Heat as usual. Going 5-1 for the weekend and finishing 2nd place in the Gold division. Congratulations to the Richmond Speed on their victory. They gave us a great Championship game.

Also, congratulations to our 16U Red team for finishing 2nd in the Silver. They played some awesome ball both days. Defense was awesome, giving up very few runs. They just couldn't put runs on the board to win some very, very close games. Look out for them when the bats come alive.

Will still have one more to congratulate. Our 10U team went 4-1 and lost in the Semi-Final to a rising 12U team playing down in the Fall. They placed 3rd and soon will be at the top again.

GREAT JOB TO ALL OF THE INFERNO LADIES!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

The rising RBI Inferno Blue begins their 2009 fall 13U season in style. Going into the SN Labor Day Scramble as the youngsters of the field, they showed why talent not age maters. They had a little help, very little, from their older sisters on the 14U. Going 5-1 for the weekend, Inferno first knocked off the Hanover X-treme 14U, not once, but twice. We appreciate the great competition they offered.

In the Championship game the competition got tougher. Now facing the Bobcats, who had been undeafeated in 14 straight games. They would first fall to Inferno on Sunday mornings pool play game. Then it was the rematch in the Final game.

The Championship game started as a defensive battle, but soon Inferno's offense turned on the heat and scored first. From that point on, Inferno continued to score and their defense held the Bobcat's offense at bay. Final score Inferno 4, Bobcat's 0. Hats off to the class act 14U Bobcat's. They gave the 13U Inferno a good look at what 14U softball is all about.

AS ALWAYS,

WAY TO GO 13U INFERNO!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

20+ Players and Parents from the Inferno Family spend a sunny cool day at Longwood University. Some arrived at the 10:00 game between Longwood & St. Johns and got to see Longwood turn on the offense and come back from an 0-1 score to finish 2-1 in victory. Then it was Bucknell vs. St. Johns and as Bucknell battled, the Red Storm was too much for them and finished strong with a 5-0 vicotry. Finishing out our day it was the Lancers turn to play Bobcats of Quinnipiac University. The game stayed close the entire time and finished with the Longwood Lancers on top 1-0.

All of the players had a great time watching the games wrapped up in blankets. After the game they enjoyed talking with the players from Longwood. And had a chance to ask questions and just get a feel of what it was like to be playing ball for a college team.

Thank you to both Coach Kathy Riley, Coach Kayla Miller, and all of the Players for making our trip a memorable one.

GO LANCER'S !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

What a memorable Memorial Day Weekend this was for both the 10U & 12U Inferno teams. Both teams played awesome softball and came away Gold division Champions on Sunday. I know the players, coaches, & parents are all very proud of these great two teams accomplishments.

OK, Where do I start. I know, WAY TO GO INERNO ELITE !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Congratulations to the young ladies of the 12U Inferno Elite. Once again you proved you are the best 12U team in the State. It started by defeating the NSA State Champions on Saturday and then eliminating the NSA State Runner ups on Sunday. Both of these games were tough battles, but Inferno did their job and were victorious.

Sunday the players, parents, and coaches waited to see who they would face in the championship. Orion Hunter vs. Yorktown Revolution... Orion Hunter jumped on the Revolution fast and furious, never looking back. They were on a mission, a re-match of the Cabin Fever Championship Game in March between Inferno and them.

The teams were set for the Championship. It would be Orion Hunter vs. RBI Inferno. It was a battle for 7 innings, momentum going from one side to the other as both team made incredible plays. Both teams fought hard all the way to the end. Orion led Inferno going in to the bottom of the 7th, 2-1. But our girls new they had one more chance. We were back at the top of our order, exactly where we wanted to be. With a lead off walk, the tieing run was on 1st. Then with 2 strikes, #2 batter lays down a perfectly executed bunt. Now with runners at first and second the third batter lays another perfect bunt down, bases loaded and no outs. Cleanup hitter up to bat and on a 3-2 count draws a walk, game tied. Batter #5 swings away at the first pitch and drives in the winning run, the rest is History.

I also want to say how awesome the players, coaches, parents & fans are from the Orion Hunter team. We couldn't have wished to play a more class act team than them.

2009-2010 SEASON RECORD     17-0

SN Fall Tournament GOLD DIVISION CHAMPIONS

2009 PONY CABIN FEVER CHAMPIONS

2009 PONY STATE CHAMPIONS

CONGRATULATIONS TO THE CHAMPIONS OF THE NSA WORLD SERIES!!!!!!

RBI INFERNO 12U

RECORD 7-1

CONGRATULATIONS ON FINISHING 3RD OUT OF 41 TEAMS IN THE NSA WORLD SERIES!!!!!!

RBI INFERNO GOLD-13U

RECORD 9-2

MORE TO COME SOON ON BOTH THESE GREAT TEAMS, AND JUST HOW THE PLAYED THE TOUGHEST COMPETITION AROUND.

Once again we get to Congratulate both the 10U & the 12U Inferno Elite. Both teams finished as Champions in their first tournaments of 2009. The hard work both teams put in indoors for the past 2+ months paid off.

First, the young 10U team went 3-0 in a one day Pony tournament in hopewell. Showing that talent has nothing to do with age. Way to go 10U!!!!!!!!!

Second, the 12U RBI Inferno Elite traveled to one of the largest tournaments of the Spring. The top teams from NC, MD, & VA came to participate in the most competitive tournament being held in March. The Inferno Elite, which had not even practiced together since the Fall, went 6-0 and rang up a total of 44 runs while only allowing 8. Never once falling behind their opponent, hitting and running the bases like no one has seen before. The defense was incredible, making ESPN replay type plays all weekend. Please visit the link above as more on this tournament will be posted soon on the 12U Elite site.

Once again, CONGRATULATIONS to both of these great teams.

GO INFERNO!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Congratulations for a second week in a row as the 13U Gold team goes once again to the GOLD division Championship game. Despite the tournament itself and the weather, the ladies played with heart, as they fought their way into the Championship game once again against the Titans 14U.

Please visit the 13U site for more details on this tournament.

WAY TO GO INFERNO!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Congratulations to both the 12U Blue and the 13U Gold for their strong finishes in the Chesterfield Classic Tournament.

The 12U Blue had a great first tournament of the season, going 4-2-1 and finishing 3rd out of the 13 teams that had traveled to play in Chesterfield. Leading their Semi-Final game early, but coming up short at the end of the game. This team will continue to do very well throughout the rest of the season.

The 13U Gold had a great weekend as they also played their first tournament of the long 2009 season. They went 5-2, scoring 57 and only allowing 22 runs for the tournament. Going into the Gold Championship game as the underdog, they were able to lead the game for 5 innings, but couldn't hold it till the end. We were so proud of how this team fought to the finish. Finishing 2nd out of 18 teams was an outstanding performance by this young team.

Please check individual team websites for more info on this great first tournament of 2009.

We are so proud of how our youngest team we've ever fielded is playing this fall. Congratulations to the Head Coach Daniel Spencer, his assistants and especially the young ladies of the Inferno 10U team. The Coaches, Parents and the Fans are in awe of just how well this first year 10U team has competed. Going 3-0 on Saturday in what was described as some of the best 10U ball they had played to date. They then turned around on Sunday and went all the way to the Championship game and fell short. Playing a 2nd year 10U team, that has to move to 12U come Spring, the Inferno held there own. This older 1OU team will soon meet our 2nd year 12U team. The great thing for the 10U Inferno is they will be playing 10U in the Spring. They bad thing for their competition is that the Inferno 10U will be playing 10U in the Spring.

GO INFERNO!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Once again the Inferno has won the Silver division championship. Going 0-2 in pool play on a rainy Saturday, they came out on Sunday and did everything they needed to do to win. All I can say is "What another great defensive, and this weekend an offensive Sunday". They faced the West End Wrath in what we knew would be a tough battle, and it proved just that. They scored first and then we went ahead and were able to hold them til the end. This weeked proved good for everyone in our pool play bracket. All four of the teams finished 1st or 2nd in both the Gold and the Silver.

Way to Go INFERNO!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Once again the Inferno shows the competition just why they're #1. Going 2-0 in pool play on Sunday and only giving up 1 run placed them 1st out of the 10 teams competing. Seeding #1 gave them a bye in the GOLD DIVISION as they waited to play the winner of the Blazin Stars vs. Hanover Extreme. The Stars, who had earlier tied the Titans 2-2, gave up 6 runs the first inning against the Extreme. The Extreme was able to hold on and secure their chance at the Inferno. Once again the Inferno's defense was unbeatable and their bats did what they needed to do to come out on top. Winning the game 5-0 they showed the competition just what they are made of. Only giving up 1 run in 3 games is something to be extremely proud of, not to mention the being the GOLD DIVISION CHAMPIONS.

WAY TO GO INFERNO!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

What a great weekend for all of the Inferno teams. Once again this young organization proves that we have some of the top players at all age levels.

• First of all congratulations to the all new 16U Inferno team coached by Barry Lenhart. As a newly formed team they showed the competition that they will be around for the long haul.
• Second, Once again the 13U team has competed in a 17 team tournament and this time stepped it up another notch. Finishing 3rd in a 0-1 loss that went into 8 innings. What an incredible defensive battle.
• Third, Our youngest team formed completely from scratch at tryouts in August finish 2nd at the Pony tournament. They went into ITB and also came up one run short. Head coach Daniel Spencer has much to be proud of with this young team.
• And we save the best for last. Darrin Dixon's 12U team goes 6-1 and wins the 2008 NSA Fall Frenzy. What a game, it came down to the wire and as we all knew the Inferno would be victorious. This team, it's parents, and coaches will have alot to be proud of in the upcoming 08-09 season.

And remember as always..............

GO INFERNO!!!!!!!!!!!!

UNBELIEVEABLE...................That's about the best way to sum up the Nationals for this awesome team of young ladies. We came to the Nationals ready to finish the season on top, and that's what we did. The girls played nearly flawless ball from Friday afternoon all the way to the Championship game on Sunday. Going 6-0 and never letting up on the competition. They ended 5 out of 6 games based on the run rule, scoring 60 runs and only allowing 3. The fans, umpires, and competition could not believe how our ladies were hitting the ball. Defense & Pitching was also out of this world. All I can say is "What a way to end your 12U season".

Look out 14U, here we come!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

The ladies of the 12U Inferno Gold played some of their best ball this weekend, bringing home the Silver division championship and giving the Gold division Champions their only loss of the weekend. They went 5-4 and lost a couple of tight games that came down to the wire. The bats really came to life on Saturday morning and we seemed unstoppable. The defense was almost flawless all weekend and we showed the best teams there what we were made of. Going 3-1 in our first four games of pool play, the girls new they had to win the next two or be placed in the silver division from the start. It just so happened the next two pool play games were against teams that had not lost a game and were both 5-0.

First we had the Manassas Blaze and it was a close game down to the end. Our girls played an amazing game and came out on top with a score of 3-2. Next we had the Legends who had been destroying the competition all weekend. Boy were they in for a big surprise. We came out and pounded the ball and before they new what had happened the game was over 9-0 under the mercy rule.

All the coaches and I want to say just how proud we were of these fine young ladies and what they accomplished this past weekend.

Coach Ken

Congratulations once again to the RBI Inferno-12U Gold for a fine performance this past weekend in beautiful Roanoke & Salem, Va. The ladies played nearly flawless ball all weekend and took home the Silver Medal in the 19th Annual playing of the Commonwealth Games. From the good times at the opening ceremonies at the Roanoke Civic Center to the great two days on the field. The players, coaches, & parents had much to be proud of. This was a great way to end this great teams season.

GO INFERNO!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Congratulations to both the 10U & 12U Blue for both having such a spectacular weekend. The 10U went 5-0 in a demanding fashion at finished as the Champions of the age group. Playing in a 6 team tournament, they showed just how powerfull the bats and defense can be.

The 12U Blue had their best weekend this season. Going 4-0 in pool play and finishing s the #1 seed. They then had a tough game against the Slammers and pulled out a 8-0 victory. In the championship game they fell a little short and finished the weeken 5-1 and the Runner Up of the tournament.

The tournament was hosted by Virginia Pony Softball. To see more on the tournament you can visit their website. Just click on the Headline above and it will take you to their site.

Congratulations again to the Inferno teams for showing extremely well in such a tough tournament.

Congratulations to the 12U Inferno Gold team for having a great showing this weekend. Going 2-1 on Saturday and playing an incredible game against the Gold division champion Northern Neck Rage. After the smoke had cleared at the end of the day we were in a three way tie and fell short ending up in the Silver.

Sunday the girls came out ready for a long day and faced the Raptors who fought us hard to the end. Then after a long break we came out with the bats on fire and sent many a ball to the fence. Sunday we went 3-0 and were awarded the Silver Division Championship Plaque. The coach's and I couldn't be prouder of how the girls played and the respect they showed to the teams they faced.

GO INFERNO!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Congratulations goes out to all of the players and coaches of the Inferno 10U team for this past weekends tournament play. They played almost flawlessly in Sunday's elimination round and went on to win the Championship game in the same manor. Going 5-1 for the weekend shows just how great the girls played. I'm sure we will be announcing many more top finishes for this great team.

We also want to congratulate the Inferno 12U Gold team for placing 3rd out the ten teams playing this weekend. Way to go ladies!!!!!!

GO INFERNO!!!!!!!!!!!!!

CONGRATULATIONS 12U GOLD ON YOUR 2ND PLACE FINISH AT THE PONY CABIN FEVER TOURNAMENT IN VA. BEACH

WAY TO GO GOLD!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

  Visit 12U Gold website for more info on their great weekend. 

The Christmas Pitchfest hosted by Virginia's premier pitching intstructor, Kerri Cobb, was a big success. It was also a success for Inferno players with 8 out of the 30 participants being from the Inferno organization. The camp was instructed by well known statewide pitching instructor Bobby Wills, Virginia Tech's Senior pitcher Angela Tincher and USC's top ranked utility player, Ashton Payne. Bobby brought many years of fastpitch instruction and his own experiences as a fastpitch pitcher. Angela demonstrated and taught her techniques as one of the countries top college pitchers. Ashton spent time speaking to the players about what it takes to get to college as a student athelete and what is expected of you after you get there.

The Inferno players, parents and I want to thank Kerri and all of her help for putting on another great camp.

Coach Ken

Congratulations 12U Blue girls and coaches for a strong showing and finishing 3rd in the NSA Last Blast Classic Tournament against tough competition.  It was great weekend for the Inferno 12U teams.  Way to go girls!!!!

GO INFERNO!!!!!

Congratulations to the ladies that played for our 12U Blue team Coach's in the NSA Heatwave. A mixture of young players (majority 10U) that came together and proved that age means nothing. You played two great games in the Championship round against established 12u teams. First beating the #1 seeded Delaware Diamonds in ITB and then giving the Louisa Thunder a tough fight to the end. You and your Coaches have something to be very proud of.

GO INFERNO!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Congratulations to the 10U Inferno for winning the Silver Division Championship in the SN Fall Opener. All of the players and coach's hard work at practice is paying off in a big way. This young team is going to go far this year. Look out competition, here they come!!!!!!!!!!!

Also congratulations to the 12U-Gold for finishing 3rd in the Gold division and the 14U also finishing 3rd in their bracket.

What a weekend for the INFERNO teams!!!!!!!!!!!!

All five RBI Inferno teams played this past weekend in the NSA Fall Frenzy. Each of these teams competed well playing 3 or 4 games on Saturday and some having to play as many as 4 on Sunday to make it to the Championship.

Special Congratulations to the 12U-Gold, 14U & 10U teams. Each placed in their age groups. 12U-Gold went 6-0 and finished CHAMPIONS. 14U fought their way to the championship game in the Silver and also finished CHAMPIONS in very dominating game. The 10U battled against 2 teams (no names mentioned) that should have been playing 12U and still finished 3rd in their age group playing dominating ball against teams of their own age.

Congratulations to all the Inferno teams for a great weekend of ball!!!!!!!!!

The 10U were unstopable all weekend. The team went  3-0 in pool play and seeded #1 in their bracket.  A come-from-behind win in the semi finals took them all the way to the championship.  CONGRATULATIONS.  Job well done Ladies!!!

GO INFERNO 10U!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

What a great weekend for the players, coach's and fans that were in Smithfield to be apart of the "Ham Slam" tournament. The 12U Gold went 3-0 on Saturday finishing #1 seed in their bracket and drew a tough game right off the bat on Sunday. Facing one of the favorites (Yorktown Revolution) we showed that we were there to go all the way. Winning a very exciting game 5-2 and sending us to the final four. The semi-final game might have well been the championship game. The only two teams left undefeated were us and the Sterling Baseliners and it proved to be just what we expected. We started strong scoring 2 right off the bat and then held them to 2 runs through out the rest of the game. With 3 minutes left, we scored once more and held them as time ran out. Winning against a great team 3-2, then it was on to face Orion Hunter. They got on top quick and were able to hold us off.

It was a great weekend and we are so proud of how far this young team has come in just a short time.

GO INFERNO!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!