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Thursday, July 28, 2011
WE ARE THE CHAMPIONS!
By Renee
In a mercy-rule shortened five innings, Westfield White took home the North Jersey All Star League Championship Trophy by beating Summit 15-0.
In a mercy-rule shortened five innings, Westfield White took home the North Jersey All Star League Championship Trophy by beating Summit 15-0.
Wednesday, July 27, 2011
Tuesday, July 26, 2011
Confessions of a Baseball Blogger
By Renee
And so it begins. The emails from Coach Rinaldi have started to trickle down. No need now to worry about those darn patches on the sleeve at this point.
We’ve tried every folding beach chair in our collection and deemed them all uncomfortable; and we’ve compared bug sprays with no definitive conclusions except that those fan things are just kind of cool.
We’ve eaten a lot of fast food; gotten to know names of the ice cream truck drivers and underwritten the concession stand at Warren for the next year. We can tell a rookie the best place to park in South Plainfield to avoid a foul ball collision, and how to traverse the creek to get to the Mountainside fields.
And so it begins. The emails from Coach Rinaldi have started to trickle down. No need now to worry about those darn patches on the sleeve at this point.
We’ve tried every folding beach chair in our collection and deemed them all uncomfortable; and we’ve compared bug sprays with no definitive conclusions except that those fan things are just kind of cool.
We’ve eaten a lot of fast food; gotten to know names of the ice cream truck drivers and underwritten the concession stand at Warren for the next year. We can tell a rookie the best place to park in South Plainfield to avoid a foul ball collision, and how to traverse the creek to get to the Mountainside fields.
Westfield Advances to Final with Win Over Berkeley Heights
Written by Renee Trabert
Westfield took its next step toward the North Jersey All Star League Finals on Thursday with a hard-fought victory over Berkeley Heights. Playing on the WHS Varsity field, Westfield relied on strong defense in order to pull out a 6-3 victory.
Westfield took its next step toward the North Jersey All Star League Finals on Thursday with a hard-fought victory over Berkeley Heights. Playing on the WHS Varsity field, Westfield relied on strong defense in order to pull out a 6-3 victory.
Sunday, July 24, 2011
Saturday, July 23, 2011
Westfield Pushs Through To Win First Playoff Game
Written by Renee Trabert
Westfield had to dig deep into its reserves to pull off its first round of league playoff action against South Orange-Maplewood (S.O.M.) winning at home 11-7.
Westfield had to dig deep into its reserves to pull off its first round of league playoff action against South Orange-Maplewood (S.O.M.) winning at home 11-7.
Westfield Exits the State Tournament after Good Fight
Written by Linus Lin
In the Semi-Final round play-off of the State Tournament, Westfield White faced the top-seeded long-time nemesis Branchburg.
Westfield fans do the wave
In the Semi-Final round play-off of the State Tournament, Westfield White faced the top-seeded long-time nemesis Branchburg.
Friday, July 22, 2011
Westfield Knocks Out Edison in States Play
Written by Renee Trabert
Westfield bounced back from a heat-drenched morning in Newark to score a decisive 9-0victory in the States over Edison.
White jumped out to an early lead tacking on three runs in the first inning, and then quickly shut down the Edison behind the pitching of DiFilippo who struck out two in three innings of work, and forced Edison to pop up repeatedly to the waiting gloves of Mele in center and Oberman at first. Varakian made a sliding catch in right field to keep Edison scoreless through three.
Mele got things rolling in the third with a hard hit double, and eluded a run down later in the inning to score. Heinbokel came in to score off a Rinaldi sac fly deep to the outfield, and Westfield led 5-0 going into the bottom of the fourth.
Oberman assumed pitching duty and Rinaldi, Mele and Bremer backed him up by pulling down popups through two innings. Westfield broke the game open in the sixth after Anderson and Boutsikaris walked, and Oberman laid down a perfect bunt, scoring Anderson. Barmakian crushed a two-run double and got a lift home thanks to a RBI single by Bremer, who went 3-4 on the night.
Leading 9-0, Oberman came out and quickly struck out the first Edison batter. Varano and Boutsikaris provided the final two outs. Mele came in to close the game and forced three out of the four Edison batters he faced to ground out.
Westfield bounced back from a heat-drenched morning in Newark to score a decisive 9-0victory in the States over Edison.
White jumped out to an early lead tacking on three runs in the first inning, and then quickly shut down the Edison behind the pitching of DiFilippo who struck out two in three innings of work, and forced Edison to pop up repeatedly to the waiting gloves of Mele in center and Oberman at first. Varakian made a sliding catch in right field to keep Edison scoreless through three.
Mele got things rolling in the third with a hard hit double, and eluded a run down later in the inning to score. Heinbokel came in to score off a Rinaldi sac fly deep to the outfield, and Westfield led 5-0 going into the bottom of the fourth.
Oberman assumed pitching duty and Rinaldi, Mele and Bremer backed him up by pulling down popups through two innings. Westfield broke the game open in the sixth after Anderson and Boutsikaris walked, and Oberman laid down a perfect bunt, scoring Anderson. Barmakian crushed a two-run double and got a lift home thanks to a RBI single by Bremer, who went 3-4 on the night.
Leading 9-0, Oberman came out and quickly struck out the first Edison batter. Varano and Boutsikaris provided the final two outs. Mele came in to close the game and forced three out of the four Edison batters he faced to ground out.
WESTFIELD WHITE NARROWLY DEFEATED BY REBEL NATION BASEBALL
By Whitney Bremer
Westfield White endured record-breaking, 108-degree heat at Newark Bears Stadium on Friday. Despite a 7-4 lead in the fourth inning against Rebel Nation Baseball, Westfield White was ultimately defeated in their first game of the State Cup tournament.
Westfield White endured record-breaking, 108-degree heat at Newark Bears Stadium on Friday. Despite a 7-4 lead in the fourth inning against Rebel Nation Baseball, Westfield White was ultimately defeated in their first game of the State Cup tournament.
Thursday, July 21, 2011
Westfield Gets Hot at Home Against Mountainside
Written by Renee Trabert
Westfield took to the WHS Varsity turf tonight in inter-league play and relied on its hot bats to overcome Mountainside by a score of 12-2.
Westfield took to the WHS Varsity turf tonight in inter-league play and relied on its hot bats to overcome Mountainside by a score of 12-2.
Westfield White Drops One to Branchburg
Written by Linus Lin
Tonight, Westfield White dropped its final pool game of the State Tournament to Branchburg by a score of 13:0.
Tonight, Westfield White dropped its final pool game of the State Tournament to Branchburg by a score of 13:0.
Wednesday, July 20, 2011
Westfield Battles Back to Victory Over Watchung Hills
Reported by Maura/Written by Renee
In dramatic fashion, Westfield White erased a 7-1 deficit in game three of the States to clinch a 13-8 victory over Districts rival, Watchung Hills.
In dramatic fashion, Westfield White erased a 7-1 deficit in game three of the States to clinch a 13-8 victory over Districts rival, Watchung Hills.
Monday, July 18, 2011
Westfield “Trip-les” Up S.O.M in Six Innings
Written by Renee Trabert
In a game highlighted by a trifecta of triples delivered up by a pair of Christophers, Westfield White beat South Orange-Maplewood in a mercy-shortened six-inning game.
In a game highlighted by a trifecta of triples delivered up by a pair of Christophers, Westfield White beat South Orange-Maplewood in a mercy-shortened six-inning game.
Sunday, July 17, 2011
WESTFIELD VICTORIOUS OVER LYNDHURST
Written by Whitney Bremer
In Westfield White’s second game of the New Jersey States on Sunday, the weather was scorching but Westfield was even hotter, winning a decisive 9-4 victory over Lyndhurst.
In Westfield White’s second game of the New Jersey States on Sunday, the weather was scorching but Westfield was even hotter, winning a decisive 9-4 victory over Lyndhurst.
Friday, July 15, 2011
Westfield White Belts Out Victory Over Springfield
Submitted by Fiona Byrne
Westfield won a decisive victory, 20-0, against Springfield for its 10th win in League play.
Westfield won a decisive victory, 20-0, against Springfield for its 10th win in League play.
Thursday, July 14, 2011
Westfield Downed by Denville in So Plainfield
Written by Renee Trabert
Under a (waxing or waning) (full or a little shade short of full) ominous moon, Westfield battled it out with Denville for first round bragging rights in the New Jersey States and came up one run short losing by a score of 6-5.
Under a (waxing or waning) (full or a little shade short of full) ominous moon, Westfield battled it out with Denville for first round bragging rights in the New Jersey States and came up one run short losing by a score of 6-5.
Tuesday, July 12, 2011
WESTFIELD BEATS BACK BERKELEY HEIGHTS
Written by Whitney Bremer
Westfield White welcomed Justin Lin back from the DL with a victory over Berkeley Heights on Monday.
Westfield White welcomed Justin Lin back from the DL with a victory over Berkeley Heights on Monday.
Monday, July 11, 2011
Sunday, July 10, 2011
LONG DAY’S JOURNEY INTO NIGHT…Westfield Tops Chatham 17-12
Written by Renee Trabert
It was the best of times; it was the worst of times…it was a tale of two teams battling it out under the dimming summer sun on a balmy Sunday night. Westfield White drew deep into its offensive well, and fought back after some initial defensive setbacks and culled together a 17-12 victory over Chatham on its home field.
It was the best of times; it was the worst of times…it was a tale of two teams battling it out under the dimming summer sun on a balmy Sunday night. Westfield White drew deep into its offensive well, and fought back after some initial defensive setbacks and culled together a 17-12 victory over Chatham on its home field.
Thursday, July 7, 2011
Westfield Suffers First Loss of Season
Written by Linus Lin
Tonight, Westfield White suffered its first loss at Summit by a score of 2-1. The misfortune started with playing a home game rescheduled to a contest away because of the rainout earlier in the season.
Tonight, Westfield White suffered its first loss at Summit by a score of 2-1. The misfortune started with playing a home game rescheduled to a contest away because of the rainout earlier in the season.
Wednesday, July 6, 2011
White Walks Away With a Win over Summit
Written by Whitney Bremer
Westfield White left Summit’s beautifully manicured diamond with another check in the “win” column on Wednesday night.
With Varano on the mound in the first inning, the Westfield defense was solid but the bats were silent. The second inning was also scoreless for Westfield, although its impressive defense was highlighted with a Rinaldi-Oberman-Varakian double play.
Westfield White left Summit’s beautifully manicured diamond with another check in the “win” column on Wednesday night.
With Varano on the mound in the first inning, the Westfield defense was solid but the bats were silent. The second inning was also scoreless for Westfield, although its impressive defense was highlighted with a Rinaldi-Oberman-Varakian double play.
Tuesday, July 5, 2011
Westfield V. Mountainside: By The Numbers
Westfield beat Mountainside 23-3 in five innings. How did it all break down?
1 long walk over the river and through the woods
2 Doubles by Chris R (who also pitched 2 innings and retired 6)
3 Outs by Rowan and 3 outs by Devin (both of whom played first base)
4 Times Chris V, Vin D, Cam and Chris B reached base safely
5 RBIs off TWO home runs delivered into the trees by Steve-O
6 Players who played other than their normal positions
7 Batters faced by Eric in 2 innings
8 Foulballs (zero caught by Rich V)
9 Runs produced in one round through the batting rotation in the 1st inning
10 Walks earned by White
11 Players, all of whom got hits, including Liam (2-4) and Nick (3-4)
11 Wins to date!!
1 long walk over the river and through the woods
2 Doubles by Chris R (who also pitched 2 innings and retired 6)
3 Outs by Rowan and 3 outs by Devin (both of whom played first base)
4 Times Chris V, Vin D, Cam and Chris B reached base safely
5 RBIs off TWO home runs delivered into the trees by Steve-O
6 Players who played other than their normal positions
7 Batters faced by Eric in 2 innings
8 Foulballs (zero caught by Rich V)
9 Runs produced in one round through the batting rotation in the 1st inning
10 Walks earned by White
11 Players, all of whom got hits, including Liam (2-4) and Nick (3-4)
11 Wins to date!!
Friday, July 1, 2011
WESTFIELD DEFENDS DISTRICT CHAMPIONSHIP WITH WIN OVER WATCHUNG HILLS
Written by Renee Trabert
Westfield White 13U took home the Babe Ruth District 12 Championship trophy for the fourth time in four years when Westfield beat the Watchung Hills Warriors 13-4 under the lights in Warren, home to the 2011 District tournament. Westfield’s win in the Districts also earns them a berth in the Babe Ruth NJ State Tournament later this month.
Thursday, June 30, 2011
Westfield Works Win on Warm Wednesday in S. Orange
Written by Whitney Bremer
Westfield White continued its hot streak Wednesday night with a victory against South Orange.
The ninth game action began with a left center double by Rinaldi. Following a walk by Barmakian, Rinaldi scored on a Bremer sack fly to center field, giving Westfield one run at the end of its first at-bat. With Barmakian at the mound, our defense then stepped into action. The Heinbokel-Rinaldi dynamic defensive duo thwarted a steal attempt at second and, although South Orange later managed to load the bases, Varakian at second base fielded a grounder and made the last out at first. 1-0 at the end of the first.
Westfield White continued its hot streak Wednesday night with a victory against South Orange.
The ninth game action began with a left center double by Rinaldi. Following a walk by Barmakian, Rinaldi scored on a Bremer sack fly to center field, giving Westfield one run at the end of its first at-bat. With Barmakian at the mound, our defense then stepped into action. The Heinbokel-Rinaldi dynamic defensive duo thwarted a steal attempt at second and, although South Orange later managed to load the bases, Varakian at second base fielded a grounder and made the last out at first. 1-0 at the end of the first.
Wednesday, June 29, 2011
Westfield White Beats Springfield in Home Opener
Written by Linus Lin
Fresh from a nail biter between the two teams the night before in the District Tournament, Westfield White returned home to face Springfield in the league game. The Westfield fans and parents came en masse for the home opener after traveling for the first 6 games on the road.
Fresh from a nail biter between the two teams the night before in the District Tournament, Westfield White returned home to face Springfield in the league game. The Westfield fans and parents came en masse for the home opener after traveling for the first 6 games on the road.
Tuesday, June 28, 2011
WESTFIELD VS WESTFIELD IN WARREN
Written by Renee
In a game in which Westfield would emerge victorious regardless of the score, Westfield White returned to Warren to take on Westfield Gray to secure a spot in the July 1 District Finals. White won the semi-final contest 15-5 in five innings and also earned its invite to the States Tournament.
In a game in which Westfield would emerge victorious regardless of the score, Westfield White returned to Warren to take on Westfield Gray to secure a spot in the July 1 District Finals. White won the semi-final contest 15-5 in five innings and also earned its invite to the States Tournament.
Monday, June 27, 2011
Highlights from 9-1 Win over Springfield
Recap coming from Linus Lin
Tonight the Westfield White Bats came alive
Tonight the Westfield White Bats came alive
Westfield Wins Nail-Biter Over Springfield
Westfield White won its 3rd district game Sunday night in a 3-2 nail-biter against Springfield.
Sunday, June 26, 2011
Success Strikes Twice on Saturday for Westfield White
Reported by Bill Heinbokel; Written by Renee
After a brief stop at the concession stand in Warren, the weary White team from Westfield headed to Chatham to face its second opponent of the day. Sparked by solid pitching by Chris Varano and a strong offensive showing, Westfield found success for a second time beating Chatham 9-2.
After a brief stop at the concession stand in Warren, the weary White team from Westfield headed to Chatham to face its second opponent of the day. Sparked by solid pitching by Chris Varano and a strong offensive showing, Westfield found success for a second time beating Chatham 9-2.
Saturday, June 25, 2011
Westfield White Wins in Warren; Holds Off Mountainside
Written by Renee Trabert
Westfield traveled to Warren for its first of two Saturday games to take on Mountainside and emerged with a 7-4 victory and a second District win.
Westfield traveled to Warren for its first of two Saturday games to take on Mountainside and emerged with a 7-4 victory and a second District win.
Highlights from District Win Over Mountainside
Game Recap coming...
Steven doubles to bring in the first run
Steven doubles to bring in the first run
Wednesday, June 22, 2011
"White" Lightning Strikes Down Berkeley Heights
Written by Whitney Bremer
Even after the lightning delay, there was electricity in the air on Wednesday as Westfield White took the field in its inaugural home game of the season. In a battle against Berkeley Heights, Westfield ultimately treated fans to the first shutout of the year.
Even after the lightning delay, there was electricity in the air on Wednesday as Westfield White took the field in its inaugural home game of the season. In a battle against Berkeley Heights, Westfield ultimately treated fans to the first shutout of the year.
Tuesday, June 21, 2011
Westfield White Wins First District Game
On a seasonably cool night, Westfield White opened their district tournament at Warren. Westfield White defeated a revamped Cranford team with a score of 20:7 in a mercy rule shortened contest, improving their overall record to 2:0.
Highlights from Monday's 20-7 Win over Cranford
Game Recap coming from Linus Lin...
Steven bounces one over the fence
Steven bounces one over the fence
Thursday, June 16, 2011
Westfield White Takes a Walk on the Win Side
On Thursday, June 16th, Westfield White traveled to the Long Hill Little League complex to face off against the Watchung Hills Warriors. The Westfield faithful were treated to a darkness-shortened six inning 14-3 victory in the 2011 season opener. The White offense was led by Steve Barmakian (3 for 3, BB, 4 RBI’s) Cam Bremmer, ( 1 for 4, 3 RBI’s) and Rowan Oberman (3 for 4, 1 RBI). Westfield jumped out to an early 3-0 lead on timely hitting and efficient base running. In the second inning, Westfield, playing “small ball,” scored a run without the benefit of a hit. Vin DiFilippo led off the inning with a walk, stole second, advanced to third on a well-executed sacrifice bunt by Eric Varakian and scored on Devin Anderson’s grounder to short.
Monday, June 13, 2011
Let's Play Ball!
Season opener is Thursday, June 16th! Time to dust off the trusty lawn chair that you might have never taken out of your trunk. Time to get your GPS updated so you can attempt to navigate your way through Long Hill and its environs. And time to stock up on sunflower seeds, junk food, water bottles and McDonald's coupons! It's been a long, cold winter and we are all ready for some baseball. Let's play ball!
Tuesday, May 31, 2011
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