Manchester South Little League: South History
Monday, May 19Who is this Little Leaguer from the Last Century ?
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| Kids... Who am I ? | |
this year. Tom was the person who brought the upbeat music and humorous sound system you hear played on the Minor and Major fields.
Tom played Little League for another "S" league called Salem Little League here in New Hampshire. He hopes to someday be acknowledged as a great announcer like his mentor Tom Irving who has personally received many acolades from the Union Leader newspaper.
WINNER: NICK "LEGS" INTORCIO Guessed RIGHT and is this weeks winner of the HOT DOG, FRIES and Drink Courtesy of SWEET LOU's "99" Concession Stand.
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| Coach Tom Mersereau with sons Jonathan and Aaron |
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| Mike Flanagan as a Little Leaguer at South |
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Tuesday, June 10
Who is this South Little Leaguer ? (LEFTY )
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WINNER: JONATHAN "VACULATOR" MERSEREAU Guessed RIGHT and is this weeks winner of the HOT DOG, FRIES and Drink Courtesy of SWEET LOU's "99" Concession Stand.
QUOTES from 30th Anniversary Brochure made by Mike Flanagan:
"I'll never forget how excited I was when I got my first uniform, I wore it around the house for days. My parents couldn't get me to take it off"
"Another thing I'll always remember about the South Little League is the closeness that existed among the parents and among the players. Competition among the teams was intense. Still, the South Little League was a big, happy family"
"I had some awfully good times in those days" adds the 6-0, 195 pound Manchester Native.
Not only was Mike a good pitcher he was a accomplished batsman. He maintained a .500 average throughout his little league career and clouted 10 to 12 home runs per season. His most memorable offensive output came in a game that his team Temple Food Mart won. Mike collected five hits in six trips to the plate, including three grand slam homers and two doubles. Mike's teammate was Don York who owns Indian Head Athletics here in Manchester.
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| Knights of Columbus Team 1979 |
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Who is this South Volunteer ?
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| 70's Long Hair Style... Disco Rules... Who am I ? | |
WINNER: DAVE McCORMICK Guessed RIGHT and is this weeks winner of the HOT DOG, FRIES and Drink Courtesy of SWEET LOU's "99" Concession Stand.
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| Lee with her Father Sid, sons Brandon & Brian |
Sunday, May 4
Name this Coach who played Little League at South in 1984 ?
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| Coach Dan with his kids Kyle, Brianna, Ashley (standing). | |
WINNER: Sorry NO winners this time, please try again
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| Kids, I'm now a Coach at South. Who am I ? Coach Dan played for Wayne's Glass |
South Little League is Born
Who was a CY Young Winner and played at South LL ?
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South's 50th Anniversary Game Played!
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The day started out with the registration of past players and dignitaries which included Mayor Robert Baines who declared June 13th as Manchester South Little League day from this day forward.
On display in the clubhouse was past photos and newspaper clippings from games played 10, 20, 30, 40 and yes, 50 years ago.
The highlight of the day was the game played between the major teams of Oddfellows and Knights of Columbus. Both teams were adorned in 50 year old replica uniforms. The game was played using wooded bats just like they did 50 years ago to the day.
An exciting game was played in what turned out to be a pitching dual between the to clubs. K of C ultimately came out on top in a 2-0 win.
A big thanks goes out to the many volunteers. Particularly the 50th anniversary group headed by Kim Roy and all within her team. Great job...great time...great memories!!
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| Odd Fellows 2004 |
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