Denny Drinkwater, Merchants When I was a sophomore we had a very good team at Stonehill, Centola said. Jackie Robinson was the first Negro Leaguer to break the color barrier, but Irvin was the top choice of Negro League executives -- and he may have been the best player to cross over. The CFP will expand to 12 teams starting with the 2024 season. One story states that he was timed going around the bases in just 12 seconds. These days Peter Centola can be seen around Watertown's recreation facilities as the town's Director of Recreation, but in his younger days baseball was his life. But early Negro League fans were already familiar with Torrientes remarkable five-tool ability from his play stateside -- first with the Cuban Stars and then the Chicago American Giants, whom he helped to three straight Negro National League pennants. The Negro Leagues best shortstop was likely Lloyd, nicknamed The Shovel for the way he would scoop up glovefuls of dirt (along with the ball, of course) in a similar style to Honus Wagner. They left their mark, brought fans together, and made dreams come true. The inductees are listed in chronological order, beginning with Satchel Paige's landmark election to the Class of 1971. Paige was known as the ultimate showman as he barnstormed hundreds of games per year and dazzled scores of fans. Teams of "great achievement" for at least 1 season. Ty Cobb pegged him as a sure 30-game winner had he pitched in MLB, and many a Major League star, from Walter Johnson to Grover Cleveland Alexander to Rube Marquard, tried and failed to outduel Williams in exhibitions. Here are the 2022 ICL Award Winners. (https://www.watertownmanews.com/2017/11/03/watertowns-peter-centola-named-to-intercity-baseball-league-hall-of-fame/). For information on the dinner please contact Dinner Chairman Orazio Azzarello at 617-839-6843. Phoenix World Series. One of his players at UMass-Boston, Steve Coffey, was taken in the Major League Baseball drafted. Congratulations Peter on this so deserved recognition! At the time, the Intercity Golden Gloves was considered, along with the events in New York and Chicago, to be the premier amateur boxing tournaments in the nation. A situational hitter, Centola knew what his job was from at bat to at bat. Once an individual has been nominated, their nomination will remain active for a period of 5 years or until such time they are inducted into the Hall of Fame. SEAN McELROY-Lexington Blue Sox If a single was needed against a tough lefty, he'd get the single. a spot in the Intercity Baseball League Hall of Fame. MIKE CONNOLLY- Augustines As BILLY DUNN- Hosmer Chiefs, Medford Mustangs & Augustines As Jack Mountain- Boston Typos & Hosmer Chiefs COMMENT RULES:
Whites greatest contribution was likely his first book, History of Colored Baseball, which provided the first in-depth anthology of African-American ballplayers before the Negro Leagues formed in 1920. But he is unlikely to gain immortality in the Hall of Fame. He came to Watertown High School to coach in the early 1990s and was a volunteer coach for the Harvard junior varsity while also serving as assistant athletic director at Mount Ida College. For information on the dinner please contact Dinner Chairman Orazio Azzarello at 617-839-6843. The National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum challenges you to find your team's Starting Nine, a lineup of must-sees from our vast collection containing tens of thousands of artifacts that preserve the magical moments and memorable stories of our National Pastime. His baseball career did not get off to an auspicious start. Recently, the Watertown Youth Hockey community came together for their annual fundraiser, and also paid tribute to a hockey mom who recently lost her battle with cancer. All rights reserved. In 1947, Brown got a brief shot at the Majors with the St. Louis Browns, knocking the first AL homer by an African-American player. Jimmy Quinn Player-Manager (North Cambridge) ROB ZORIAN-Andre Chiefs & Lexington Blue Sox, TERRENCE BUTT- Gately Rams Les DeMarco Player-Manager-Official (Merchants) Flashy yet dependable, Dandridge dazzled with the leather at third base for years with the Newark Dodgers and Eagles. BUTCH MARTEL- Melrose Rams Though its impossible to validate Gibsons mythical home run distances (reportedly anywhere between 580-700 feet) or totals (over 900, by some accounts), the overwhelming eyewitness accounts place Gibson among the very best to ever step on a baseball diamond. He first worked for Watertown Recreation in 1976 as a Camp Peqoussette Apache Counselor. The 1976 Watertown Babe Ruth All Stars, including Peter Centola, center, who went on to play and coach in high school and college. Great as Ozzie Smith is, wrote Buck ONeill, old-timers in St. Louis who saw Willie play for the St. Louis Stars still haven't seen his equal." Harold A Maio, Harold A Maio on Mosesian Center Hosts Heart Truth: Mental Health Stories from the Deaf Community, Hi, Charlie: My husband took a photo from our second story East End window that day of a big armored, Libby Shaw on Share Your Memories of the Shootout & Capture of the Boston Marathon Bombers, I agree with you, Dennis. Steve Ring- Malden Merchants "That's why I say don't give up on a players," Centola said. Jim Melzar, Chiefs These days Peter Centola can be seen around Watertowns recreation facilities as the towns Director of Recreation, but in his younger days baseball was his life. A man remembered even more for the awestruck stories he inspired than his statistics, Paige was named by many who saw him -- black and white -- as the greatest pitcher who ever lived. The doors of the Intercity League's Hall of Fame will swing open for 23 new members on Saturday, November 15. Fans can also celebrate baseball's most revered records in . Grant may have been the best African-American player in organized baseball during the 1880s, succeeding in spite of intense racism both on and off the field. Pompez is often credited with bringing international flair to the Negro Leagues, signing the leagues first players from the Dominican Republic, Panama, Puerto Rico and Venezuela to his Cuban Stars and New York Cubans clubs. And they all capped their careers with the greatest play of all. AL LANNI- Umpire Below is a rundown of each of the 35 Negro Leagues stars enshrined in Cooperstown, featuring a mix of players and influential executives elected by various committees over the last five decades. But he supplied much more. More >. JON DREW-Somerville Red Sox, Andre Chiefs, Lynnfield White Sox, Guinness Club, & Gately As Green's final two seasons in the league with the Arizona Cardinals were unimpressive, with the former Georgia star tallying 1,084 receiving yards and five TD catches. DON McGILLICUDDY- Reading Town Team & Wilmington The Intercity League has provided the Greater Boston area with some of the finest amateur baseball talent since 1950. Being named to the the Hall of Fame was a thrill and an honor, Centola said. DEREK DANA Augustines As Along with 2022 inductees Wayne Rooney and Patrick Vieira, a fan vote took place to determine six additional players to be inducted as part of the 2022 class. Centola hit well over .300 every year. Joe DiSarcina Player-Manager (Augustines As) A well-regarded and well-traveled shortstop, Wells was known as The Devil, a moniker he picked up in Mexico (El Diablo) after the competition learned to stop hitting the ball his way. The ICL will welcome in the following inductees on June 8: Chuck Andre - Chiefs [] Read more LUKE BEGLEY-Medford Mustangs & Watertown Reds RICK DEANGELIS- Reading Town Team Peter Albano Somerville & Rams EDDIE LARSON MVP Dionys Quezada, Middlesex Expos TOM CASSELL OUTSTANDING HITTER Dionys Quezada, Middlesex Expos OUTSTANDING PITCHER- Chris Mitchell, Melrose Americans FIREMAN OF THE YEAR- Manny Delcarmen, Lexington Blue Sox ROOKIE OF THE YEAR- [], Melrose The Middlesex Expos scored four runs in the first inning and then blanked Lexington for the first six innings to win the teams first Intercity League Championship. Few pitchers won more decisions over the first two decades of Negro League play than Lefty Cooper, a fixture of the Detroit Stars' and Kansas City Monarchs rotations. The first class of Hall of Famers was selected from the estimated 5,000 players, managers, officials, umpires and others that have participated in the league since its inception. Tommy Haugh Blue Sox A new artificial turf surface will replace the current one at Victory Field's stadium and baseball area. Those seeking ticket information should contact event coordinator Orazio Azzarello at (617) 839-1488 or by e-mailing ICLHallofFame@yahoo.com. Always free! The materials in the Baseball Hall of Fame collection evoke awe, reflection, and no shortage of emotion. "It was a thrill.". John, Coach, from your very first Varsity MVP at UMB. For information on the dinner please contact Dinner Chairman Orazio Azzarello at 617-839-6843. In December 2009, when former Recreation Director Tom Sullivan retired Centola struggled with whether to go for the job, but decided to go for it because it was best for his family. The Intercity Baseball League Hall of Fame induction dinner will be held on Saturday, Nov. 11, 2017, at Montvale Plaza in Stoneham. A famous bad-ball hitter in the style of future Hall of Famer Vladimir Guerrero, Brown was said to have homered once off a pitch that bounced. Dave Polcari, Chiefs ANDY SULLIVAN- Medford Mustangs & Watertown Reds Buddy Keohan, Wakefield Daily Item-Media Charlie BreitroseThe City Council voted to replace the artificial turf at Victory Field with a new artificial surface. In 1902, White organized the Philadelphia Giants and built them into a true force of the decade; the Giants won four consecutive Eastern championships from 1904-07, including a 108-win season in 06. The Boston Metro Baseball League (BMBL) honors those elite players who have exceeded expectations on the baseball field while also making a substantial impact on our league. John Gnieski Mustangs On the Museum's third floor, " Chasing the Dream " honors Hank Aaron's legacy, while "Sacred Ground" examines the evolution of ballparks. JOE CACCIATORE-Umpire in Chief He played first base and pitched. This tool lists Green as having only 50.86 points in the system, less than half the total (103.63) of an "average" Hall of Fame wideout. STEVE LANE- Augustines/Cremone As Suttles hit the first homer in the history of the East-West All-Star Game in 1933, and he won the exhibition with a walk-off, three-run blast in the 11th inning two years later. We are proud of you! A senior captain and four year starter as both a pitcher and first baseman, he was named All-New England and All-Northeast as a sophomore pitcher and was chosen to start the University and College All-Star Game at Fenway Park. The following announcement was provided by DEAFinitely, Inc.: Hank Landers, Chiefs From 1983 when he joined the Grannan Club and soon settled in as their everyday first baseman and four hitter, until 1992 when he closed his career in the same roles, Centola could be counted on to supply the team with the requisite home runs and RBI. . Bill Kelly- Reading Town Team & Hosmer Chiefs 3 , InterCity Express (ICE) 101 88 . He was a summer star in the United States and a winter hero in his native Cuba. AP college football: https://apnews.com/hub/college-football and https://twitter.com/ap_top25, FIFA World Cup - Best Goals from Every Angle, Draw for the FIFA Women's World Cup Australia & New Zealand 2023, FOX SPORTS, SPEED, SPEED.COM & 2023 Fox Media LLC and Fox Sports Interactive Media, LLC. Steve Donovan-Somerville Elms & Melrose Rams The items within the Archives and Collections come in a variety of shapes and sizes - ranging from large three-dimensional artifacts to photographic slides and everything . Pro Football Reference has a neat tool called the Hall of Fame Monitor that tracks a player's chances at making the HOF. Three years later, he outhit the Babe in an offseason matchup between the Yankees and Hilldale Daisies. 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Whether patrolling the first base bag, digging into the left hand batters box or glaring in from the mound, Pete Centola carried presence. Centola got cut from youth baseball at the age of 7. If a single was needed against a tough lefty, hed get the single. 2023 inductees Eric Jacobsen, Joe Jackson, Brittany Kouandjio, Bryce Perkins and Karen Self at the 2023 Chandler Sports Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony, Saturday, February 18, 2023, in Chandler . Inaugurated in 2020 but delayed a year due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Hall of Fame is intended to recognise and honour players that have achieved great success and made a significant contribution to the league since its founding in 1992. All rights reserved. Foster, the "father of black baseball, was named by legendary sluggers like Frank Chance and Honus Wagner as one of the greatest pitchers they ever faced. Fifteen years ago, the Baseball Hall of Fame inducted 17 people from the Negro leagues. Original works of artpaintings, sculptures and renderingscelebrate the game. But thats likely selling him short. As with the bat and glove, when on the mound, he did his job. Karens mother, Nana, also shares the Centola home. Paul Lahey, Malden Evening News-Media From 1983 when he joined the Grannan Club and soon settled in as their everyday first baseman and four hitter, until 1992 when he closed his career in the same roles, Centola could be counted on to supply the team with the requisite home runs and RBI. Not only were you unbelievable to watch play, but you also made every game and practice memorable. Must have contributed significantly to the greater good of the FCBL. Bob Gibbs Manager-Official (Arlex) Jack Repetto- Arlex Oilers In 1939, Dandridge left the United States and authored a separate legend across 11 seasons in Mexico. I have hope that as a result,. Peter Ferrari Blue Sox Cary McConnell Chiefs & As Jackie Robinson broke that barrier when he debuted with the Dodgers in 1947, but it would take another 24 years -- and a public plea from Ted Williams -- for the Hall to induct its first Negro League star. Being elected into the Hall of Fame is the highest accolade a player can achieve in the BMBL. Karen's mother, Nana, also shares the Centola home. He went on to play for Stonehill College, and he got the opportunity of the lifetime, pitching at Fenway Park during theUniversity and College All-Star Game. Centola graduated from Stonehill College in 1982. Here youll find household names and overlooked heroes. This tool lists Green as having only 50.86 points in the system, less than . His most famous performance came in 1930, when he struck out 27 Monarchs and allowed just one hit in a 12-inning, 1-0 victory. They made it to Cooperstown. GORDIE LEWIS- Hosmer Chiefs Peter Centola, right, coached baseball at UMass-Boston from 1985-91, and one of his players, Steve Coffey (left), was picked in the Major League Baseball draft. Pete Frates- Lexington Blue Sox The Hall of Fame committee wrote up the following profile of Centola: Presence is defined as the impressive manner, appearance, bearing or air of a person. He did not give up and would play with the other "River Rats" at the park along the Charles River near Charles River Road. DAVE TALLENT-Hosmer Chiefs The dual threat helped the Kansas City Monarchs become a mini-dynasty in the mid-1920s, with Rogan going 18-6 on the mound and hitting nearly .400 at the plate during the Monarchs 1924 championship season. A maximum of 10 individuals will be inducted into the Hall of Fame every other year. He was a consistent .300 hitter, too, known for spraying the ball to all fields and driving in runs in the clutch. STEVE DALEY-Andre Chiefs "It wasn't like I was waiting for this," Centola said. He needed a few more season's worth of solid production to make the Hall. https://www.tiktok.com/@baseballhall?lang=en. Pittsburgh Courier sportswriter Wendell Smith wrote that Posey was the smartest man in Negro [League] baseball, and certainly the most successful.. Rob Santo- Medford Mustangs & Augustine As Here he is seen playing for Stonehill College. Coaches saw him playing at a Watertown park and at the age of 11 he was drafted by the Red Sox of the Watertown Little League, before going on to Junior Babe Ruth Reds, Senior Babe Ruth, and then played for the Watertown Hibernians in the Stan Musial League. As part of the inaugural class of 2021, eight players were inducted; Alan Shearer, Thierry Henry, Eric Cantona, Roy Keane, Frank Lampard, Dennis Bergkamp, Steven Gerrard, and David Beckham. 11/13/10: A capacity crownd of almost 400 friends, fans and Intercity League legends were on hand for the ICL's "First Hall of Fame, Awards and Reunion" Dinner that was held on Friday at the Montvale Plaza in Stoneham. DICK NEWTON-Augustines As This is a true honor that is well deserved. Its teams also play in the Northern Premier League or the Irish Hockey League. He spent the first 10 seasons of his career with the Cincinnati Bengals, where he made the Pro Bowl seven times. That's a tough league! The Intercity League's Hall of Fame Ceremony and Awards Dinner has been scheduled for Thursday evening June 8, 2023 at Anthony's in Malden. INTERCITY & PARK LEAGUE HOLD HALL OF FAME DINNERS Tweet . He fielded 11 separate Hall of Fame players on his roster at various points, aggressively assembling top-end clubs year-in and year-out. Hard work and dedication you always had. The Celtic League Cup is an ice hockey league contested by teams from both Scotland and Ireland. Green is comparable to Demaryius Thomas, the former Broncos star. Among numerous coaching and administrative positions held, he guided the UMass-Boston baseball team from 1985-1991 and recruited Intercity League players Steve Coffey, Pete Albano, Steve McCormack, Jon Sutherby, Dave Ellegood and Steve Daley to the South Boston campus. Included are the late Adam Keenan and Bill Terlecky, the first three league alumni to play Major League Baseball, as well as our "Founding Fathers" in former Commissioner Chris Hall and original owners and operators of Futures League teams. KEVIN BURGOYNE-Medford Mustangs, Augustines As, Andre Chiefs, Powderhouse, Holovak & Coughlin & Melrose Americans He wore that honor proudly, twirling a one-hit shutout in the 1944 Negro League World Series and a perfect game the following year. Watertown's Peter Centola will be inducted into the Intercity Baseball Hall of Fame. Centola played for 10 years in the very competitive adult baseball league for the Arlington-based Grannan Club, which turned into Holovack and Coughlin. RUSSELL WARD- Somerville Red Sox & Watertown Hibos SHANAN KNOX- Lexington Blue Sox CFP executive director Bill Hancock also said North Carolina State AD Boo Corrigan will serve as the chairman of the committee for another season. Arthur Hartung, Merchants Part 4: Conclusions. Copyright 2023 YB Media, LLC. Said Satchel Paige of Charlestons ability: You had to see him to believe him.. The Negro Leagues and Black baseball at large often rivaled the AL and NL, both at the gates and in the national consciousness, in the first half of the 20th century. Theres no substitute for experiencing it first hand. Coaches saw him playing at a Watertown park and at the age of 11 he was drafted by the Red Sox of the Watertown Little League, before going on to Junior Babe Ruth Reds, Senior Babe Ruth, and then played for the Watertown Hibernians in the Stan Musial League. Mike Langston-Andre Chiefs Your email address will not be published. STAN DeMARTINIS-Melrose Rams & Lynnfield White Sox [15] The 2022 nominees were: On this Wikipedia the language links are at the top of the page across from the article title. But Foster had loftier goals in mind. Green recently announced his retirement after 12 seasons in the NFL. His prowess on the diamond has earned him a spot in the Intercity Baseball League Hall of Fame. The Negro Leagues and African-American baseball at large often rivaled the Major Leagues, both at the gates and in the national consciousness, in the first half of the 20th century. Kansas City won six Negro American League pennants and one Negro League World Series title with Smith coming out of the bullpen. A situational hitter, Centola knew what his job was from at bat to at bat. Wilson ranked among the strongest men to step foot on a Negro League diamond, earning the nickname Boojum for the sound of his line drives bouncing off the outfield walls. The Hall of Fame saw its membership grow by six on August 9, 1976 as the induction ceremony had to be moved indoors to a ballroom at the Otesaga Hotel due to rain. 67 PFR ranking places him in similar company with DeSean Jackson and Davante Adams. But Dihigo might have been at his best on the pitchers mound, where he twirled no-hitters and won hundreds of games while still winning batting titles at home plate. Brown was an even bigger legend in Puerto Rico, where he captured a pair of Winter League Triple Crowns. The Intercity Baseball League Hall of Fame induction dinner will be held on Saturday, Nov. 11, 2017, at Montvale Plaza in Stoneham. Here he is seen playing for Stonehill College. Welcome to the Hall of fame. Centola got cut from youth baseball at the age of 7. The inductees will be enshrined at the ICL's 5th annual Hall of Fame, Awards & Reunion. Bell may well have been the fastest man to ever play baseball, revered for his ability to beat out a two-hopper or bunt his way to extra bases. Additionally, players must have made 250 appearances in the league, or achieved one of the following:[2], Upon the initial announcement of the Hall of Fame in 2020, Premier League chief executive Richard Masters said a place in the Hall of Fame is "reserved for the very best", and would allow fans to help celebrate "truly exceptional" careers. All nominations will be presented to the FCBL Hall of Fame Selection Committee. Introducing the Hall of Fame Starting Nine, a scavenger hunt built for the ultimate baseball fan. Rube Fosters younger half-brother authored a legacy all his own with a golden left arm, mixing a high-octane fastball with a famous ability to change speeds that left hitters flailing. DAVE AHERN-Cassell Club, Medford Americans & Lexington Blue Sox Bill Smeglin- Melrose Rams & Medford Mustangs DICK KELLIHER-Wakefield Merchants (more), Thanks Libby, Yes, please send it along if you can find it., Charlie Breitrose on Share Your Memories of the Shootout & Capture of the Boston Marathon Bombers, We seem a bit confused, are we against the stigma or against continuing to teach it? Congratulations Peter! Required fields are marked *. That advice was not lost on Centola who time and again would get the job done in a multitude of situations. For players to be eligible for induction into the Premier League Hall of Fame, several criteria are taken into consideration, primarily players who have an "exceptional record of on-pitch success and have shown significant contribution" since the inception of the Premier League in 1992. Dave Caiazzo, As Denver, Colorado - July 1-3, 2023. VIN MARTELLI- Hosmer Chiefs & Wakefield Merchants Santop was famous for tape-measure blasts and sky-high batting averages in the pre-Negro Leagues, known as the Dead Ball Era. Torrientes legend was built on a national scale in 1920, when he outhit and outhomered Babe Ruth during a nine-game exhibition series in Cuba. CHARLIE MEEKER- Lynnfield Colonials & Augustines As The Archives and Collections at the National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum preserve relics of the game, the great stories they tell, and a trove of historic information. Congratulations Peter! Coaches exhort hitters to "have an idea" when they go to the plate. 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