Bob Downing, President of DSL

Hey Everyone,

Lately I have been spending a lot of time splitting my time between all of the DSL locations. It is tiring but it is important that I send the message to everyone that this is one big club of which every member of the league is a part of. I will admit to being a big dreamer and my vision for this league is to have this be a statewide organization that brings everyone in the state together with the interest of providing an opportunity for all of Delaware to work as one group to make our state fun, inviting, and close knit. We are all different people with different values and beliefs. What I want us to have in common is a feeling of togetherness in that we all want to live in a place that anyone who lives here is part of a state that wants to make this state a great place to live. I want everyone to be proud to be a member of Delaware Sports League because we share a common bond in that we are open to new people and new experiences. That we will work together to do good things for the cities that we live in and support those that we do not.

I want everyone that is a part of DSL to get exited to get to know the members of all of the DSL locations because they know that they share a respect for the joy that friendship can provide. DSL is about the people that you meet and I want that to include all regions in Delaware. That is why I am going to focus my time evenly building up every location. Once we built up Hockessin, Dover, and Lewes I want everyone to know that my vision for the future is to create statewide events in each of the 5 seasons that are designed to give you an opportunity to make friends all over the state. I will work with our current sponsors and the sponsors that join us in the future to work together to create events that bring us together as one big group. I know that is a lofty goal, but I believe we can do it. This is what I have made my career.

Every year I believe we can leave Delaware better than we found it in the previous year by working together to give back to the community and by supporting the charitable efforts of our fellow members. There are so many people in this league that care about so many great causes from battling Cancer, fighting Multiple Sclerosis, supporting organizations that help the animals, those that help raise money for our schools, and those that raise awereness about the cause of providing compassion and mentoring for children, all the way to those that help keep our earth a clean place for future generations. There are so many of you that have opened your hearts to so many great causes and I want to do my part to suport you in those generous efforts. We are not going to be able to raise money for every cause through this league, but I want you to know that I want DSL to be a forum for all of you to raise awareness for the causes that you believe in. Starting next week I want to open up the announcements and invite one person from each team to announce your cause. I want you always feel comforable letting me know about what you are doing and to know that I will certainly do my best to promote the charitable events with which you are involved and I want you to support each other.  

I want to support business in our communities and encourage would be entreprenuers to reach for their dreams.

I know this sounds a little sappy and perhaps a bit over the top, but I believe in these things and I do not believe that it is insincere to dream of doing great things. I believe in the notion that we can in fact be genuine in our efforts to help others. I believe that we have an opportunity to do great things with DSL and I trully feel that we have a responsibilty to try.

I use this message to communicate to all of you what I am thinking because, like I said at the beginning of my message, I am spending a lot of my time running back and forth between the leagues in order to give everyone in Delaware the opportunity to be a part of DSL and what we stand for. I can not be everywhere every night to speak to all of you and this is where I air my thoughts. Tonight I am sharing my vision for the future of DSL. I have said it many times that we are only a little over a year into this and I know we have a long way to go to get to where I want this league to be. I really believe it when I say that we will get there and we will do it together.

All of these concepts are what I believe the future of DSL to be and I really believe that we can accomplish these goals.

Thanks for being a member of DSL and thanks to all of you that embrace the idea that we can not only play to have fun and meet people, but that we can also make a difference.

See you out there everyone! 

Del Rose Café 16 vs. That’s What She Said 9

The waning sun shined brightly into the batters eyes in the beginning of the game, but it didn’t affect Del Rose Café. Brad Richardson and Ed Proctor both hit triples while Carmen Eoppolo made an acrobatic play at first base to knock the ball down and hit the runner before he crossed the base. For That’s What She Said, Stephanie Massey while Bob Spring easily hit a two run homerun to left field.

CR Hooligans 13 vs. Master Blasters 7

In a highly competitive and spirited game CR Hooligans outlasted Master Blasters. The Mance brothers contributed in a big way to the victory, with Jamie blasting a two-run homerun and Scott hitting a two-run double. Josh Boesen and Jennifer Daker singled while Brandon Grizzel also hit a two run homerun. Jeff Hoban played an aggressive game sliding head first into third base to beat the tag. For Master Blasters, Frank Mayer singled, Sarah Amon hit an RBI single and Adam Newirth hit a double and scored a run.

Logan House beat Balls Deep a lot to a little
 
Logan House cruised to victory behind two home runs from Greg Gilbert. Noel Moon also blasted a homerun. According to Samantha Fabrizio, just about every player on Logan House had at least one RBI. Chad Laurence had an RBI double while Jamie Nicholson and Michael Battagliese also doubled for Balls Deep.

Saved By the Balls 8 vs. Catherine Rooney’s 7

In a tight game, Saved By the Balls outlasted Catherine Rooney’s. Matt Simeone hit a homerun for Saved By the Balls and the team agreed that the female players played exceptionally well out in the field and on offense. For Catherine Rooney’s, Brian Watkins, Brett Stewart and Joe Nester all hit singles while Anne Stewart showed off her excellent base running skills throughout the game. Justin Jones also made a great tumbling catch.

Slow Rollers 20 vs. Cleveland Steamers 14

Cleveland Steamer players really enjoy smoking cigarettes as a batter and pitcher both smoked while performing in the field. Hey if you can smoke and still run with the cigarette dangling in your mouth, more power to you. Early on it was a game of singles as Eric Allen, Pete O'Konski, Jimmy Pennewell and Julie O'konski all made it safely to first base. Matt Glessner also knocked in a triple. For the Slow Rollers Michael Sparacio just beat out a single while Jimmy O’Hara and Rory Quinn also hit singles. Jon Reynolds had an RBI double and Alicia Fox hit an RBI triple.

40 Acre Shakers 16 vs. Alcoballics 9

40 Acre Shakers rolled by the Alcoballics with the help of Justin Pepper’s two run homerun and tripe. Ken Corrin tripled and hit a two-run homerun while Buck Payne and Camille Muccio hit singles. Tom Fleetman also hit an RBI triple. Kristie Brodowski made a great catch at third base, stretching her arms high in the air to grab the ball for the Alcoballics. Sarah Myers turned a double play while Jen Burr, Renata Johnson, Brian Jordan hit singles. Brianne Jordan also hit an RBI double.

Scratch Attack Beats Pizza By Elizabeth's a lot to a little

Lauren Orga was out and ready to go as was Mr. Dan Healy for Scratch Attack. This Scratch team is really gonna be tough going into the playoffs. However, Jenni Wright of Pizza By Elizabeth's had her team ready to go as well even though it did not work out against scratch Attack they played their hearts out.

Harry Ballerz beat Uptown Ballerz a lot to a little

Harry Ballerz dominated this game. Uptown Ballerz had some great play though! Hillarious commentary on the sidelines too. Tom Dzielak was the MVP for Harry Ballerz while Donnelle Mitchell was a force to be reconed with for Uptown Ballerz.

Union Tavern 12 vs. Washington Street Ale House 2

Union Teavern who only got their first win a fedw weeks ago is on a roll! However I have never seen a more fun team than Washington Street Ale House! I wish I had more on the games because I bet this was a fun one. Despite the score from what i could see from a far there was penty to cheer about!

Bud Light 9 vs. Go 4 Blood 6

This I did see a little of and from what I heard from Martin Ruffo of Go 4 Blood "That one girl (Lauren Eiden) single handedly beat our team". Go 4 Blood was looking strong late in the game with a 6 run lead and the chatter on the Bud Light bench was, "Well, we have scored six in one inning before..." and that is just what they did on the strength of Lauren Eiden's triple. I know that JP McKay also added some offense along with Chris Devlin and John Leyh. For Go 4 Blood I did see Kim Frerichs show off her offense and Matt Tucker was showing off is baby girl and baby boy. Two of the cutest kids I know! Corina Evans played well with husband Tony cheering her on (Good to See You Tony!!). Bud light pulled it out in the end, with Jason Guiliano adding hillarious commentary from the bench. 

Luther Towers 16 vs. FB Jones 15

This was a very tough fought game that went into the dark. We were almost playing flashlight ball! It was a back and forth game that was tied going into the bottom of the seventh and then Luther Towers (still one of the most hillarious names in the league) pulled out the exciting win!

Duke Wayne 9 vs. I'd Hit It 8

OK DAVE HERE WE GO!!! Apparently Ryan Kennedy being late threw the OCD Captain Dave Haley all out of sorts. He did not know what to do early and I'd Hit it jumped out for an early 8-2 lead over the returning champs! Way to show your stuff I'd Hit It!! But Steve Wheeler once again had another great game with four strait singles and a double play. Ryan Kennedy tied the game with a two out HR, the second of his career (not counting grade school). Dave Haley was 4 for 4 kicking with a double in the bottom of the seventh. Chad Bowers had the game winning Sacrafice Fly. Karen Yeasted also added some great offense for Duke Wayne while Kelli Waslyn and Reia Nelso added the D.

The 2008 Kickball Season I Champions, DUKE WAYNE

Yeah, they can be a little competitive, but their getting better and they always love to hang out with opponents after the games. However, above and beyond all things this family of friends have been an amazing addition to Delaware Sports League. Josh Greenberg, your commitment and enthusiasm for DSL has been an inspiration and motivation to me and your team. To the late Duke Wayne, on behalf of your team let me say “That was for you buddy”. This team has heart, not the heart like you hear about in sports, but actual love for each other and everyone around them. That is what makes them Champions, and that is why they are this month’s Member Spotlight

More on DUKE WANYE coming soon...

Hey Everyone, this is just a reminder that NO alcoholic beverages are permitted in Wilmington State Parks. It is a great privilege to play at Rockford Park. If a refreshing Bud Light is what you want, they are waiting for you at the DSL Weekly Feature Bar after the games. Please always Drink Responsibly. Thanks!

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