_________________________________________________________ F A M E F O R U M N E W S L E T T E R N A T I O N A L W O M E N 'S B A S E B A L L H A L L O F F A M E National Syndicated Column (contents are protected) Copyrights(c), NWB Hall of Fame, 1998-2006 TXU877085, TXU959430, TXU973266, TXU013972, TXU986753, TXU949885, TXU004037, TXU022893, TXU026161, TXU047111, TXU050230, TXU061149, TXU088068, TXU120937, TXU148132, TXU163784, TXU170668, TXU196853, TXU211917, TXU216769, TXU234252, TXU253116, TXU260664, TXU180346, TXU288273, TXU311442. Issue Number 00345 _________________________________________________________ Volume IX, Number 24 Publisher and Author October 9, 2006 Richard C. Jaffeson Washington, DC HallFame@usa.com http://www.eteamz.com/hallfame _________________________________________________________ 2006 NWB HALL OF FAME INDUCTIONS NELSON, DOMINGUEZ, TRIOLO SEE THE WEBSITE FOR ALL "HALL OF FAMERS" http://www.eteamz.com/hallfame/albums DIDRIKSON, HOWARD, SCHILLACE, DANCER, FERGUSON, WINTER, WRIGHT, LUKASIK, MILLIKEN, BALLENTINE, GEYER, WALLACE, CIULLA, GUIDACE, MACURIO, SHELDON, BEAUCHAMP, HUDSON, BRENNEMAN, FERENO, SWEENEY TED WILLIAMS WEBSITE http://www.saveted.net _________________________________________________________ A. COLUMN: 2006 NWB HALL OF FAME INDUCTIONS: NELSON, DOMINGUEZ, AND TRIOLO Three players were approved this year for induction into the National Women's Baseball Hall of Fame. The national selection committee completed voting as of October 6, and approved the following individuals. Maud Nelson (a.k.a. Clementina Brida) pitcher, manager, operator, 1897-1934 Boston Bloomers, Western Bloomer Girls (Michigan), American Athletic Girls, and All Star Ranger Girls (barnstorming teams) Carmen Dominguez, infielder Virginia Flames, 2002-current and tournament teams Sandy Triolo, outfielder Panthers (a.k.a. Barncats), 1991 BarnCats, Montgomery County, MD 1992-2001 NELSON (Brida) Considered the primary proponent of women's regulation baseball for three decades prior to WWII, she formed barnstorming teams in the midwest usually comprised of six women and three men and they played all challengers. Nelson served as the star pitcher. Salaries were modest and paid from gate receipts. Her example was an inspiration for the AAGPBL formed by Phillip K. Wrigley begun during the war in 1943. DOMINGUEZ An outstanding infielder and effective power hitter, Dominguez batted .484 in her first season with the Virginia Flames. She is a valuable asset to the Flames at second base, and highly capable executing the double-play. She was also a starter on Team USA (women's baseball), and played in that capacity with representatives from Canada, Japan, and Australia. TRIOLO As a stellar contributor to the Montgomery County BarnCats, Triolo was a team member from 1991 to 2001. During that time, she continuously demonstrated exceptional fielding in center, and regularly served in the critical role of lead-off batter for the BarnCats where she consistently generated hits and advanced to score. Triolo's manager cited her considerable enthusiasm for teammates as a major contribution to the game. The NWB Hall of Fame since 1998 has recognized 24 current and previous women players. Candidates participated in at least three years of regulation baseball (hardball) in women's leagues and performed at the highest levels. The 2006 nomination statements were due September 30, ballots were distributed October 2 to the national selection committee, and returns were requested by October 6. Induction requires 75% approval of those submitting ballots. Statements provided below were submitted for Maud Nelson by John Kovach, Coach, South Bend Blue Sox; Carmen Dominguez by JoAnn Milliken, Manager, Virginia Flames; and Sandy Triolo by Richard Bender, Coach, BarnCats, Montgomery County, MD. For details on all players who previously received induction, please see the NWB/HoF website. http://www.eteamz.com/hallfame NWB/HoF Nomination Statement on: Maud Nelson by: John Kovach, Coach, South Bend Blue Sox Excerpts include... "In the 1890's, Maud is making enough of a name for herself as a pitcher to garner quite a few mentions in newspapers across the country. Seemingly very talented, more times than not, her strikeout totals exceed the number of innings she pitches!" "One of the teams she played for in this era was the Boston Bloomers. Just after the turn of the century, she also played for the Cherokee Indians and Chicago Stars baseball teams which were owned and operated by her husband John Nelson, a longtime baseball promoter." "During her time as a player for John, she was also learning the next aspects of her baseball life --managing, recruiting and the promotion of a traveling baseball team! She would buy the controlling interest in one of the teams he formed and would soon fill the bill as player, manager and promoter!" "The first team that she would call her own was the Western Bloomer Girls who were based out of Watervliet, Michigan. Many times to announce her teams arrival to a community, a band would march in from the edge of town or the train station with the ball team right behind. This attention grabbing routine kept the team profitable and able to sign talented players." "Just before the 1917 season tragedy struck Maud, as her husband John passed away suddenly. Although this caused a great void in her life, she continued with her baseball club." "As Maud continued to travel with her teams, she built a network of individuals across the country who would keep their eyes open for any talented female baseball players and direct them Maud's way. Many times, Maud would try to schedule games in those towns so that she could see the player perform on the field before signing her to a contract." "In the early 1920's, Maud met Costante Dellacqua, an Italian immigrant who lived in Chicago and they married soon afterward. From that times period on, Costante would help Maud in her continuing baseball ventures. Although Maud would still take to the mound or play a few innings at third base, her main focus until the end of her career was to continue to have strong traveling teams and to help showcase female baseball talent in the United States." "The last ball club that Maud would operate was the All Star Rangers who played from the early to mid-1930's. On one of her last teams, 18 year old Rosie Gacioch made her playing debut in 1934 for Maud. Rosie would then later go on to play in the All American Girls Professional Baseball League for 11 seasons!" John Kovach [A future article in October will contain the complete nomination statement on Maud Nelson.] NWB/HoF Nomination Statement on: Carmen Dominguez by: JoAnn Milliken, Manager, Virginia Flames "In her first year of women's baseball, Carmen Dominguez helped the Virginia Flames clinch a tie for 1st Place in the Eastern Women's Baseball Conference 2002 regular season. Carmen played shortstop for the Flames at that time and did an outstanding job. She made her pitching debut that year, and won all four of her pitching starts. She led the Flames offense with a batting average of .484." "Carmen's talent for baseball earned her a starting position on the USA Women's Baseball National Team which competed against teams from Canada, Japan, and Australia in the Women's Baseball World Series." "From her team manager and friend, JoAnn Milliken, 'In addition to being an awesome hitter, Carmen is an outstanding infielder. She can play any infield position, and she plays them all well. Carmen has the softest hands of any player I've seen and that is what makes her so good. With soft hands, a player can make last second adjustments to a bounce that is different than expected. So when she plays 1st base, for example, Carmen looks like a pro when she is fielding balls that are thrown in the dirt. But, it is at 2nd base that I enjoy watching her the most --fielding ground balls or turning double plays. In addition to her outstanding baseball talent, Carmen brings a great deal of enthusiasm and sportsmanship to the baseball field. She has a tenacity that is inspirational, having fought a battle against breast cancer --and winning. She truly is an amazing person.'" JoAnn Milliken [A future article in October will highlight additional information on Carmen Dominguez.] NWB/HoF Nomination Statement on: Sandy Triolo by: Richard Bender, Coach, BarnCats Montgomery County, MD "I'd like to give you my endorsement for the election of Sandy Triolo to the HOF. For ten years, Sandy was the stalwart of the BarnCats' outfield playing center field. Sandy's talents were demonstrated week in and week out as she made catches that would elude others in the League playing the same position. At bat, Sandy was ideal at lead-off, possessing an excellent eye and gaining an above average OBP. She always placed herself in position to score and gave us the opportunity to jump ahead in most games in which she played." "Most importantly, Sandy was instrumental in bringing new players to the BarnCats and was always enthusiastic on the bench, aiding the many rallies that the BarnCats amassed over the ten years during which she played." "Without doubt, Sandy deserves the honor of election to the HOF, and would be equal to those already enshrined." Richard Bender [A future article in October will highlight additional information on Sandy Triolo.] B. NWB HALL OF FAME PRODUCTS These baseball items are available from the NWB Hall of Fame: new induction poster, commemorative buttons (2005, 2004, 2003, 2002, 2001, 2000, and 1999), personalized magnet locker nametags, t-shirts, caps, knife, and ten model bats. Free commemorative ribbons are also available. The website main page has an order form, and the photo page displays several items. http://www.eteamz.com/hallfame C. HISTORIC TIMELINE October 6, 1905 Helen Wills birthdate, tennis player. October 6, 1926 Babe Ruth 3 homeruns in World Series game. October 7, 1856 Moses Fleetwood Walker birthdate. October 7, 1904 Chuck Klein birthdate, MLB Hall of Fame. October 8, 1949 Sigorney Weaver birthdate, actor. October 8, 1956 Don Larsen pitches World Series perfect game. October 9, 1890 Aimee McPhearson birthdate, revivalist minister. October 9, 1898 Joe Sewell birthdate, MLB Hall of Fame. October 9, 1940 Joe Pepitone birthdate, NY Yankee player. October 10, 1900 Helen Hayes birthdate, award winning actor. October 10, 1924 Washington Senators win only World Series. October 11, 1900 Eddie Dyer birthdate, World Series MLB manager. October 11, 1939 Maria Bueno birthdate, tennis champion. October 12, 1906 Joe Cronin birthdate, MLB Hall of Fame. October 13, 1754 Molly Pitcher birthdate, Revolutionary War soldier. October 13, 1876 Rube Waddell birthdate, MLB Hall of Fame. October 13, 1903 Boston wins first World Series. October 14, 1905 Giants all shut-out World Series. October 15, 1830 Helen Jackson birthdate, US Indian Commissioner. October 15, 1945 Jim Palmer birthdate, MLB Hall of Fame. October 16, 1900 Goose Goslin birthdate, MLB Hall of Fame. October 16, 1969 Miracle Mets win World Series. October 17, 1848 Candy Cummings birthdate, MLB Hall of Fame. October 17, 1859 Buck Ewing birthdate, MLB Hall of Fame. October 17, 1956 Mae Jemison birthdate, Endeavor astronaut. October 18, 1836 Ellen Scripps birthday, newspaper owner. October 18, 1977 Reggie Jackson 3 World Series homeruns. October 19, 1876 Peter Brown birthdate, MLB Hall of Fame. October 20, 1931 Mickey Mantle birthdate, MLB Hall of Fame. October 20, 1942 Christiane Volard birthdate, Nobel Prize. October 21, 1928 Whitey Ford birthdate, MLB Hall of Fame. October 21, 1975 Carlton Fisk 12th inning World Series homerun. October 22, 1907 Jimmie Foxx birthdate, MLB Hall of Fame. October 23, 1906 Gertrude Ederle birthdate, Channel swimmer. October 23, 1931 Jim Bunning birthdate, MLB Hall of Fame. October 24, 1871 Louis Sockalexis birthdate, MLB player. October 25, 1889 Smoky Joe Wood birthdate, MLB player. D. FAME FORUM ISSUES Volume IX, 2006 Season Publications Number 24, 2006 NWB Hall of Fame Inductions, October 9, 2006. Number 23, 2006 Nominations for Induction, October 2, 2006. Number 22, Program Announcements, September 11. Number 21, LBI's Batting Third (Brenneman), August 22. Number 20, Saving Ted Williams, August 8. Number 19, Ted Williams Action Agenda, August 4. Number 18, Say it Ain't So Joe (treatment), July 6. Number 17, Spirit of 1776 (painting), July 2. Number 16, New NWB Products Available, June 26. Number 15, Meet Jane Doe (codes), June 22. Number 14, 2006 NWB Hall of Fame Induction Form, May 31. Number 13, Playing on Abraham's Side (Williams), May 25. Number 12, Clifford Finds the Easter Bunny, April 14. Number 11, Way to Go Joltin' Jo (Joes and Jo), April 7. Number 10, Alibi Isis Misses Spring Training, March 31. Number 09, Clifford Wears Some Green, March 15. Number 08, Let the Games Begin (1936 Olympics), March 14. Number 07, To Be or Not to Be (Williams), February 24. Number 06, Clifford's Favorite Valentine, February 10. Number 05, Models D29 and 36D (Marilyn), February 5. Number 04, Additional Recognition (letter), February 1. Number 03, Breaking Away (DiMaggio), January 20. Number 02, Annie's Big Apple (Runyon), January 10. Number 01, That Was the Year That Was (2005), January 1. http://www.eteamz.com/hallfame/news E. NWB HALL OF FAME PROGRAMS The National Women's Baseball Hall of Fame, an independent not-for-profit organization established September 1998, is situated in suburban Washington, DC. The objective is to recognize achievements of women in regulation baseball. The NWB Hall of Fame offers these programs for participants in regulation baseball with organized leagues. Managers are are encouraged to recommend recognition awards and suggest articles on their teams, players, or events. Applications are available through email and are posted on the website. NWB HALL OF FAME INDUCTIONS Nominations for the NWB Hall of Fame are due September 30. Inductions may include four current and one previous players by formal application or candidate statement. NATIONAL MVP AND MANAGER AWARDS MVP player and manager award requests are due December 31. Season nominations should be by a manager or administrator. One MVP player per team may be selected annually. Membership covers transmission of newsletters, announcements, invitations, applications, and access to all website pages. Membership is $9.00 renewed annually, and an application is available on the NWB Hall of Fame website. _________________________________________________________ NATIONAL WOMEN'S BASEBALL HALL OF FAME Richard C. Jaffeson, Executive Director PO Box 15282, Chevy Chase, Maryland 20825 301-847-0102 HallFame@USA.com http://www.eteamz.com/hallfame "National Women's Baseball Hall of Fame" is a registered trade name with the State of Maryland. MD672265, October 19, 1998. "National Women's Baseball Hall of Fame" is a Trademark/Servicemark pending with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. Programs, articles, and contents presented herein are protected under provisions of the U.S. Copyright Office, Library of Congress. Fame Forum registrations are listed below: TXU877085, TXU959430, TXU973266, TXU013972, TXU986753, TXU949885, TXU004037, TXU022893, TXU026161, TXU047111, TXU050230, TXU061149, TXU088068, TXU120937, TXU148132, TXU163784, TXU170668, TXU196853, TXU211917, TXU216769, TXU234252, TXU253116, TXU260664, TXU180346, TXU288273, TXU311442. Copyrights(c), NWB Hall of Fame, 1998-2006 __________________________________________________________