CNBLL: Welcome

Rumford - The Cranston National Budlong Little League 9/10 Fast Pitch Tournament Team won their first game at the RI State Championships, 5-3, on Saturday. The girls played a defensive gem in securing the win. Christina Forlini turned a double play at shortstop subbing for an injured Kim Plumley, who broke her wrist sliding into second on a steal (and she was safe!). Bridget McDonough made a nice catch in left field, and Jenna Palmer pitched a great six innings for the win. Jen Iozzi made some great catches at second base, catcher Lexi Rodi threw out 2 runners on the bases, and Molly Botts ended the game scooping up a ground ball and tagging the runner for the final out.

CNBLL came out scoring in the bottom of the first. With 2 outs, Jen Iozzi walked and scored on a Lexi Rodi single. CNBLL struck again in the 3rd scoring 4 runs. Jen Iozzi walked again and got to 2nd on a passed ball. Lexi Rodi hit another single, and Iozzi went to 3rd. Lexi Rodi stole 2nd. Jen Iozzi then scored on a Christina Forlini base hit, with Lexi Rodi going to 3rd. Christina Forlini stole 2b. With 2 outs and CNB trying to scratch out another run, Lexi Rodi waited for the catcher to throw the ball back to the pitcher, then took off for home. On a close play, she was safe. CNBLL then scored 2 more runs on 3 consecutive walks.

The CNBLL 9/10 Girls Fast Pitch Tournament Team are RI District 1 champions, defeating Elmwood Little League 15-5.  Elmwood came out running, scoring 3 runs in the first inning.  But CNBLL answered back, scoring 3 runs in the bottom of the inning.  Jenna Palmer get a base hit, then stole 2B.  Molly Botts drove her home with a base hit.  Molly reached 2B on a passed ball, and Jen Iozzi knocked her in with a single.  Lexi Rodi then singled home Jen.

Elmwood scored once in the 2nd inning, and CNBLL kept pace by scoring one in the bottom of the 2nd.  Molly Botts walked, and was driven home on a Lexi Rodi double.  Jenna Palmer kept Elmwood in check for the rest of the game, allowing only one more run.  Meanwhile, CNBLL scored 3 runs in the bottom of the 4th.  Molly Botts led off with a single, Jen Iozzi walked.  Lexi Rodi knocked them both in with a tremendous triple. At the end of 4, CNBLL leads 7-5

In the 5th inning, CNBLL exploded.  Molly led off being hit by a pitch, Jen Iozzi walked, and Lexi Rodi hit into a fielders choice, with Molly being tagged out at 3rd.  Christina Forlini grounded to 1st to move the runners over to 2nd and 3rd with 2 outs. Then Christa LaFontaine walked to load the bases.  Kim Plumley reached on an error, 1st run scores.  Then Bridget McDonough and Kaitlyn Drowne walked, scoring two more.  Jenna Palmer hit a single, scoring 2 runs, then stole 2nd.  Molly hit a double, scoring 2 more.  Jen Iozzi hit a single, scoring Molly.  Lexi Rodi hit a towering fly ball to CF, but the center fielder made a nice catch to end the inning.

Final score 15-5, CNBLL. The girls play in the State Tournament, in Rumford, on Sat. at 10am.

As I said on Opening Day, it was my goal to organize a social event for the parents in the league. It isn't often when we can get together without games or practices and be able to talk as well as eat and drink something besides concession food and Gatorade (not that there is anything wrong with that). In doing so, we can also raise a small amount of money for the league and patronize one of our league's sponsors.

On Sat., June 13th, I would like to have a CNBLL Evening at the Blue Moon Pub on 42 Phenix Ave in Cranston. It will begin at 7:00pm and will include a buffet. With each ticket purchased, you will receive a drink coupon good for a beer, wine or soda. There will also be karaoke during the evening.

Tickets are $14 per person. To purchase a ticket, please see me or Chris in the concession stand. Tickets will also be available at the door (but please send me an email if you plan on attending so I can have a count).

I hope to see many of you there. Any questions, please feel free to shoot me an email.

Thanks!

Don

Good Afternoon, Cranston National Budlong Little League will be having their opening day next Saturday, April 25th, 2009.

As we have done in previous years, this will start with a parade of players leaving Rite Aid (formerly Brooks) on Pontiac Ave. at 8:30am. We ask that all players be at Rite Aid by 8:10am so we can get the teams organized for their march down to the field.

Upon arrival at the field, we will introduce each team name as they walk onto the field. The opening day ceremony will start at 9am and should be completed by 9:30 am. Once complete, we have a schedule of games to be played thoughout the day. Also, individual and team pictures will be taken. I have made an effort to reduce waiting times as much as possible. This will require teams to be on-time for their slotted picture time. I have posted the game and picture schedules below.

Tim Horton's will be at the field again this year to serve coffee throughout the morning. The concession stand and grill will be open as well. Lets hope we have weather like we did last year. If you have any questions, feel free to let me know.

Games

 9:00 AM Opening Ceremony AQ1
10:00 AM T-Ball: Trophy Hardwoods vs. Wickford Appliance AQ1
11:00 AM AA: Excel Tire Gauges vs. J.D. Byrider AQ2
10:00 AM Softball Minors: Fitz-Simon A vs. Fitz-Simon B AQ3
11:00 AM T-Ball: Nardolillo Funeral Home vs. Team Photoshots AQ1
11:00 AM Softball Seniors AQ3
12:00 PM AAA: Proccacianti Group vs. Tim Horton's AQ1
 2:00 PM AA: Butterfield Home vs. K J & Sons Landscaping AQ2
 1:00 PM Softball Majors: Pawtucket Credit Union vs. Caputo AQ3
 3:00 PM AAA: Tommy's Pizza Too vs. Fay Law AQ1

Pictures

 9:30 AM Senior Girls ( Team Not Playing)
 9:45 AM Cofone Law & Durfee Hardware
10:00 AM Remax
10:15 AM Excel Tire Gauges
10:30 AM J.D. Byrider
10:45 AM Cork & Bottle
11:00 AM Tim Hortons
11:15 AM Proccacianti Group
11:30 AM Trophy Hardwoods
11:45 AM Wickford Appliance
12:00 PM Fitz Simon
12:15 PM Caputo Chiropractic
12:30 PM Pawtucket Credit Union
12:45 PM Nardolillo Funeral Home
 1:00 PM Team Photoshots
 1:15 PM Butterfield Home & Chapel
 1:30 PM K J & Sons Landscaping
 1:45 PM Girls Senior Team
 2:00 PM Girls Senior Team
 2:15 PM Fay Law
 2:30 PM Tommy's Pizza Too

Tryouts for Cranston National Budlong Little League will be conducted on March 7th, and March 14th.  They will be held at the Cranston East Gym on Park Ave.  Since the January and February registrations, we have made changes to the times that the age groups will be trying out.  Please look carefully at the schedule below. 

We encourage the players to attend both tryouts.  This will allow the coaches to see and evaluate them two different times.

Also, all boys who played in the majors division last year must register by March 14th to ensure their roster spot.

Finally, for those who have not registered yet, you can register at tryouts.  This includes tee-ball and those players that do not have to try out that have already made the majors in baseball or softball.  You can also register online at our website: http://www.eteamz.com/cnbll.

Tryout Schedule

Baseball

 8:00am - 12 & 11 year olds
 9:00am - 10 year olds
10:00am -  9 year olds
11:00am -  8 year olds

(children ages 5 - 7 do not need to try out)

Softball Schedule

12:00noon -  9 - 12 year olds
 1:00pm   - 13 - 16 year olds
 
(children ages 7 - 8 do not need to try out)
 

If you have any questions or concerns, please let me know.  Also, for those that are not in the league anymore, I apologize for the emails and they should stop once the season starts and everyone is registered in April.

Don Botts

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Donald Botts
AIM: BonDotts

The drawing for the lights was held live on NESN at Fenway Park on Sept.22nd.  Unfortunately, Bridgewater, MA won the grand prize.  CNBLL did come in 4th Place and will receive a $500 donation from GCE.  Below is a video of the drawing...

IT’S THAT TIME OF YEAR, AND IT’S TIME TO PLAY BALL!!!

All players (in full uniform) will report to Rite Aid (formerly Brooks) Pharmacy on Pontiac Avenue at 8:00 to meet with their respective teams. 

The parade from Rite Aid to the field will begin at 8:30 with Opening Day ceremonies beginning at 9:00.  Schedules for team pictures and games will be distributed that day.

Please also join us this year in supporting our community by bringing cans of non-perishable food items to assist the RI Community Food Bank. Some suggestions include: 

CANNED SOUP
CANNED TUNA
PEANUT BUTTER
CANNED NUTS
CANNED FRUIT
CANNED VEGTABLES
TOMATO SAUCE
WHOLE WHEAT PASTA
BROWN RICE
CRACKERS
GRANOLA BARS
** PLEASE NO GLASS JARS OF BABY FOOD 

Drop-off locations will be throughout the field and concession stand.  On your way by make sure to try our new nachos!   

The rain date will be Sunday, April 27 with the same meeting time and place.  We hope you will join us for this exciting day of games, prizes, and fun for all ages.

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