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SML Fall Baseball League on the way
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Posted on Aug 05 2004
Attention all baseball coaches and managers: With the conclusion of the Saipan Major League, it is time to prepare for the upcoming SML Fall Baseball League. The opening game of the season just about one month away, but before any of the games get started, teams must have the necessary forms and equipment.
On Wednesday, Sept. 8, all teams must have their complete rosters turned in to league officials. Less than a week later, the first pitch will be thrown out on opening day on Monday, September 13.
The teams that have tossed their hats into the ring so far are the defending champions Hustlers, Pirates, Northern Yankees, D-9ers, a new unnamed team comprised mainly of all-stars from the Senior and Big leagues, and possibly a team from Tanapag.
Players for the upcoming season will be on the forefront of change as they will be the first required to use the wooden or composite bats instead of their trusty aluminum sticks.
“I like the challenge of using the new bats, especially for the young boys, to start using the wooden bats,” said league coordinator Tony Rogolifoi.
The price range for each of the newly implemented bats is between $25 and $50, but each team will be provided with six from the league. According to Rogolifoi, the wooden and composite bats are the only type that will be allowed under the rules of the Baseball Confederation of Oceania in next year’s Mini-Games in Palau.
The cost to enter a team into the SML Fall Baseball League is $1,200 and all payments should be made out to the Saipan Major League. Only individuals between the ages of 16-25 may play in the league.
For further information, please contact league coordinator Tony Rogolifoi by calling 664-2508.
