But thats likely selling him short. Mike Kotarski, Blue Sox As Newbury College Athletic Director, he established baseball as a varsity sport in 2007. For information on the dinner please contact Dinner Chairman Orazio Azzarello at 617-839-6843. Often called upon to take the mound, it wasn't overpowering velocity that got batters out, it was location and guile. 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. A maximum of 10 individuals will be inducted into the Hall of Fame every other year. The Intercity Baseball League Hall of Fame induction dinner will be held on Saturday, Nov. 11, 2017, at Montvale Plaza in Stoneham. Mackey taught Campanella the nuances of catching in the late 1930s, and the future Dodgers legend would pay homage to his mentor during his 1959 farewell speech. He has been the commissioner of the Watertown Men's Summer Basketball League for 33 years. An individual may not nominate themselves for induction. His baseball career did not get off to an auspicious start. His prowess on the diamond has earned him a spot in the Intercity Baseball League Hall of Fame. 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. All rights reserved. "That's why I say don't give up on a players," Centola said. 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. a great memory for me. None other than Lou Brock learned the art of stealing bases under Bells tutelage. Here he is seen playing for Stonehill College. Centola hit well over .300 every year. Players Season Award Winners, significant contributor to successful teams, went on to a professional career. PETER PARR- Wakefield Merchants Centola graduated from Stonehill College in 1982. Nominations can be submitted here. The annual event has been on hold since November of 2020 when Covid concerns forced a postponement. MIKE TOBIN- Lexington Blue Sox The Commissioner will serve as the Chairman of the Committee. All rights reserved. A star before the organized Negro National League brought more eyes to African-American baseball, Hill's range and arm were legendary, with tales told often at the turn of the century. Leagues Hall of Fame. Mike Romano-Andre Chiefs & Somerville Red Sox Richie DiGiacomo- Hosmer Chiefs Mike Kalfopoulos Rams, Chiefs & Americans Jack Mountain- Boston Typos & Hosmer Chiefs The outing was not so thrilling for Centola, who started for the Div. The outing was not so thrilling for Centola, who started for the Div. Whether patrolling the first base bag, digging into the left hand batters box or glaring in from the mound, Pete Centola carried presence. Emailed daily. Please order your tickets early as space is limited. Don McKeown-Medford Mustangs His imposing size alone was enough to get an opponent's attention, but it was his consistent night in night out, year in year out production that rendered him the heart and soul, the presence, in Arlington's Grannan and Holovak & Coughlin lineups, one of which, the 1986 Grannan Club, Centola led to the Intercity League playoff finals won by the Melrose Rams. Phoenix, Arizona - September 28 - October 14, 2023 * 18 Wood Open, Minor, Rookie Divisions - September 28 . JOHN McCULLOUGH-Winchester In five postseason games, Green had 18 catches for 232 yards. (https://www.watertownmanews.com/2017/11/03/watertowns-peter-centola-named-to-intercity-baseball-league-hall-of-fame/). STEVE HARTERY-Arlex Oilers Dihigo may have been the most versatile player in baseball history. 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The Monarchs featured plenty of star power as they claimed six Negro American League pennants in the late 1930s and early 40s, but Home Run Brown -- as he was called by none other than Josh Gibson -- was probably their biggest lineup threat. Don January Umpire Watertowns Peter Centola Named to Intercity Baseball League Hall of Fame. Here he is shown on a trip to St. Georges Island with the Rec Department. That advice was not lost on Centola who time and again would get the job done in a multitude of situations. Rogan, in the eyes of some contemporary records, was the winningest pitcher of the original Negro National League. Jim Melzar, Chiefs Green. When Haverstraw Little League opened its 1973 season the following May, the 550 players on 34 teams in six divisions dedicated the season to the memory of the man who did so much . AL LANNI- Umpire The doors of the Intercity League's Hall of Fame will swing open for 23 new members on Saturday, November 15. Are Green's years with the Bengals enough to get him enshrined in the Pro Football 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. 1 team, gave up four runs in the first inning and pitched two innings. Mike Langston-Andre Chiefs BILLY DUNN- Hosmer Chiefs, Medford Mustangs & Augustines As Fifteen years ago, the Baseball Hall of Fame inducted 17 people from the Negro leagues. Voting Procedure:All Committee members will vote for up to 10 individuals on the ballot. SHANAN KNOX- Lexington Blue Sox BOB SPINNEY- Hosmer Chiefs JOHN TRAFICANTE- Somerville Elms & Augustines As Tom Mandile- Hosmer Chiefs & Medford Mustangs 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. We depend on your support. The figures immortalized here inspired generations. Smiths sweeping curveball, honored on his Hall of Fame plaque, was his calling card. 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. Centola graduated from Stonehill College in 1982. But Foster had loftier goals in mind. 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. No foul language. Congratulations Peter! Al Frezza- Medford Daily Mercury (Media) Commenters must sign full real names. On the Museum's third floor, " Chasing the Dream " honors Hank Aaron's legacy, while "Sacred Ground" examines the evolution of ballparks. Here are some of the items and exhibits youll want to see in person. The Watertown Community Foundation (WCF) in collaboration with Life Sciences Cares and five Watertown-based life science companies has awarded record setting $45,000 in grants for Watertown Public Schools. BILL BRASSIL-Wakefield Merchants & Hosmer Chiefs Second base was just the beginning for the lanky Cuban native, who would master every position on the diamond save catcher as he filled out his frame. PETE FEELEY-Augustines/Cremone As Bob Daley, North Cambridge The old-timers would all say that if you were going to hit anything, you better hit it off Satchel, Negro Leagues Baseball Museum president Bob Kendrick once said, because you werent going to touch Hilton Smith.. JOE CACCIATORE-Umpire in Chief Suttles Negro Leagues homer total finished somewhere around 190 (rivaling Turkey Stearnes and Josh Gibson for the all-time mark), and he slugged over .600 across 22 Negro League seasons. Also, Comments may not go up right away. Use of this website (including any and all parts and components) constitutes your acceptance of these. JOE GULINO- Medford Mustangs ANDY HARTUNG-Wakefield Merchants Intercity League Baseball Hall of Fame Inductees, Chuck Andre Chiefs He did not give up and would play with the other "River Rats" at the park along the Charles River near Charles River Road. 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. Intercity League Baseball Hall of Fame Inductees 2020 Hall of Fame Inductees Chuck Andre - Chiefs Dave Ellegood- Merchants Peter Ferrari - Blue Sox Don January - Umpire Tommy Haugh - Blue Sox Mike Kalfopoulos - Rams, Chiefs & Americans Sammy Steed - A's & Blue Sox Cary McConnell - Chiefs & A's John Gnieski - Mustangs Here are the 2022 ICL Award Winners. The National Baseball Hall of Fame features over 300 members in its famous Plaque Gallery, but the path for 37 of them was longer than the rest. Boston Men's Baseball Organization, Inc. All rights reserved. See the bottom of this page for crieria and other information. Congratulations Peter on this so deserved recognition! 1 team, gave up four runs in the first inning and pitched two innings. INTERCITY & PARK LEAGUE HOLD HALL OF FAME DINNERS Tweet . They are the parents of 22 year-old daughter, Torey Boyle, 14 year-old son, Philip, and 12 year-old daughter, Leanne. That advice was not lost on Centola who time and again would get the job done in a multitude of situations. 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. Eddie DiGiacomo Player-Manager (Mustangs) Coaches eligible after ending their active coaching career in FCBL; who have managed or coached for a minimum of 2 seasons in the league. 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. John Veneziano Chiefs He teamed up with Gibson to form the equivalent of the Yankees Lou Gehrig and Babe Ruth, leading the Grays to nine Negro National League pennants and five Negro League World Series appearances. Pioneers and builders of dynasties. He pitched and played second base for different teams in more than a dozen leagues . Gary Kiel Chiefs & Rams Rob Santo- Medford Mustangs & Augustine As 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. Still, Grant led the International Leagues Buffalo squad in hitting each year from 1886-88. The Intercity Baseball League Hall of Fame induction dinner will be held on Saturday, Nov. 11, 2017, at Montvale Plaza in Stoneham. DICK NEWTON-Augustines As . The ICL will welcome in the following inductees on June 8: Chuck Andre - Chiefs [] Read more 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. CFP executive director Bill Hancock also said North Carolina State AD Boo Corrigan will serve as the chairman of the committee for another season. As with the bat and glove, when on the mound, he did his job. JESSE SARZANA- Gately Rams More. [15] The 2022 nominees were: On this Wikipedia the language links are at the top of the page across from the article title. For information on the dinner please contact Dinner Chairman Orazio Azzarello at 617-839-6843. He fielded 11 separate Hall of Fame players on his roster at various points, aggressively assembling top-end clubs year-in and year-out. The Negro Leagues influence might not have been as strong without Manley, the Hall of Fames first female member and an executive who thrived in an industry overwhelmingly run by men. Congratulations!!! Welcome to the Hall of fame. The next year, a further eight players were inducted. All rights reserved. He wore that honor proudly, twirling a one-hit shutout in the 1944 Negro League World Series and a perfect game the following year. His first position was as freshman coach at Belmont High School in 1983, then moved to Mass Bay Community College the next year before going to UMass-Boston, where he coached from 1985-91. Dr. Richard Morelli, Rams The CFP will expand to 12 teams starting with the 2024 season. Monte Irvin often compared Day to the great Bob Gibson in how he could carry a ballclub when it was his turn to pitch. 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He did not give up and would play with the other River Rats at the park along the Charles River near Charles River Road. His first position was as freshman coach at Belmont High School in 1983, then moved to Mass Bay Community College the next year before going to UMass-Boston, where he coached from 1985-91. He worked as a teacher's aide in the 1980s while also coaching baseball. Pro Football Reference has a neat tool called the Hall of Fame Monitor that tracks a player's chances at making the HOF. STEVE COFFEY- Wakefield Merchants Bob Gibbs Manager-Official (Arlex) Karen's mother, Nana, also shares the Centola home. Dave Martin Guinness, Americans, Chiefs & Reds For information on the dinner please contact Dinner Chairman Orazio Azzarello at 617-839-6843. 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. MATT NOONE-Peter Fuller Club & Holovak & Coughlin STEVE SILVIO- Medford Mustangs & Andre Chiefs And Dandridges hands were just as magical when holding a bat, routinely topping .300 with ease as he sprayed the ball to all fields. The Lexington Blue Sox were honored for their Champion Season, Pete . More >, Leonard was the Homestead Grays first baseman for 17 years, making him the longest-tenured player with one team in Negro Leagues history. EDDIE McCARTY-Hosmer Chiefs Sammy Greenwood- Hosmer Chiefs When the color line was drawn for good in 89, restricting African Americans from the International League, Grant went on to star for the Cuban Giants and other African-American ballclubs until the turn of the century. He transformed his ballclub into a barnstorming phenomenon during the lean years of the Great Depression, investing his own money into a portable field lighting system that he trucked behind the team bus on road trips. Get the latest news and rumors, customized to your favorite sports and teams. The figures immortalized here inspired generations. 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. Les DeMarco Player-Manager-Official (Merchants) 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. The Homestead Grays were the powerhouse of the East under Poseys ownership. 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. ROGER UELTZEN-Hosmer Chiefs 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. ROY PETERSON-Somerville Elms & Medford Mustangs As player-manager, Brown led the Monarchs to pennants in 1937, 39 and 40. The Baseball Hall of. Social change and personal victories. Coaches Participated for multiple seasons and was part of successful teams and is known to have greatly enhanced the players he/she coached. The materials in the Baseball Hall of Fame collection evoke awe, reflection, and no shortage of emotion. Hall of Fame Tournament. Coaches exhort hitters to have an idea when they go to the plate. KEVIN YIANACOPOLUS- Wakefield Merchants, MIKE BARNES-Andre Chiefs Denver, Colorado - July 1-3, 2023. He started a club baseball team at the college. As good as Lloyd was with the leather, he was just as impressive with the bat: He retired with an average north of .330 (per most contemporary accounts) over a 27-year career, and he reached .400 on several occasions. Wells was also a pioneer: Many believe he was the first to wear a batting helmet after he was constantly thrown at by opposing pitchers. Your email address will not be published. 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. He worked as a teachers aide in the 1980s while also coaching baseball. Any individual with a demonstrated interest in the FCBL may submit a nomination. Always free! When a pitcher asked Hall of Fame manager Leo Durocher how he should pitch Suttles in an exhibition, Durocher replied, Just pitch and pray.. As president and treasurer, Foster grew the NNL into a force that rivaled Major League Baseball. Bob Dedrick-Augustine As "It was a pleasant surprise.". His prowess on the diamond has earned hima spot in the Intercity Baseball League Hall of Fame. He was a consistent .300 hitter, too, known for spraying the ball to all fields and driving in runs in the clutch. Seek out and celebrate your heroes, and explore online and in-person exhibits commemorating the history and impact of the game. Through the years, Centola also worked in the Watertown Public Schools and for Watertown Recreation. All champions of baseball. 2 and 3 team against the Div. We can only go by legends (He could get into bed before the lights got dark He stole two bases on one pitch), but perhaps no American athlete -- including the great Jesse Owens -- had more stories spun about his speed. While arm injuries moved Mndez from pitcher to shortstop in the mid-1910s, he later returned to the mound in style, pitching a shutout in the decisive game of the inaugural 1924 Negro League World Series. 1, 2023 12:39 p.m. EST. The Hall of Fame Selection Committee will be selected by the Commissioner of the FCBL. The election came with some controversy and has been followed by silence. Harry Mehos- Augustine As MIKE MARTELLO- Wakefield Merchants And they all capped their careers with the greatest play of all. MIKE TURILLI- Melrose Rams Steve Donovan-Somerville Elms & Melrose Rams Every one a Hall of Famer. KEVIN LOFTUS-Peter Fuller, Lynnfield & Gately Rams Centola, a former Massachusetts Bowling Association candlepin champion, is the Director of Recreation in Watertown, where, among other things, he oversees Victory Field, home of the Watertown Reds. They left their mark, brought fans together, and made dreams come true. 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Centola had a decorated athletic career at Watertowns St. Patricks High School, where he was MVP of the Catholic Suburban League in baseball as a junior and senior and the Boston Herald named him to the All- Scholastic team in basketball when he was a senior. 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. 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. BOB MERLINA- Melrose Rams Centola had a decorated athletic career at Watertown's St. Patrick's High School, where he was MVP of the Catholic Suburban League in baseball as a junior and senior and the Boston Herald named him to the All- Scholastic team in basketball when he was a senior. Kevin Giannino-Augustine As Reserve your tickets, map your route, and work out all the details for your arrival in Cooperstown. Contributors/Administrators No waiting period for eligibility. The consensus pick as the Negro Leagues best third baseman, Johnsons glovework evoked comparisons to Major League stars Pie Traynor and Brooks Robinson. 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. Congratulations, Peter. watertownmanews@gmail.com 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. They made it to Cooperstown. ROB ZORIAN-Andre Chiefs & Lexington Blue Sox, TERRENCE BUTT- Gately Rams Travel through history via artifacts and documents that highlight the games greatest heroes and teams, exploring how baseball has changed throughout the years. Thanks for your patience. Built with the Largo WordPress Theme from the Institute for Nonprofit News. Your the best and congrats. JIM CLARKE-Lexington Blue Sox RALPH WALKER- Hosmer Chiefs, Johnny Ball- Boston Typos Hill was also a frenetic baserunner in the style of Jackie Robinson, pestering pitchers as he danced back and forth on the basepaths. 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. YardArt Watertown"PaTRASHia" was one of the pieces made for Watertown's YardArt. FRANKIE LEMOS- Hosmer Chiefs & Everett City Club He swung a 50-ounce bat, and was said to have once homered three times in a single inning. Peter Centola is now the Director of the Watertown Recreation Department. Must have contributed significantly to the greater good of the FCBL. One of his players at UMass-Boston, Steve Coffey, was taken in the Major League Baseball drafted. I LOVE NEW YORK is a registered trademark and service mark of the New York State Department of Economic Development; used with permission. About Watertown News Find out the latest about what is going on in town. Coaches exhort hitters to "have an idea" when they go to the plate. 617-458-9561 Hall of Fame The Futures Collegiate Baseball League Hall of Fame was established in 2020 and exists to recognize and honor the Administrators, Players, Coaches, Teams, and Contributors for their achievements and/or contributions to the FCBL. The Museum is as eclectic as the Game itself, including exhibits highlighting art and photography that you'll find on the first floor. GEORGE RAVANIS-Arlex Oilers It was a pleasant surprise.. Hank Landers, Chiefs Taylor was the Negro Leagues premier first baseman before Buck Leonards arrival, and Leonard would credit Taylor with teaching him the finer points of the position. ANDY SULLIVAN- Medford Mustangs & Watertown Reds Dave Caiazzo, As Like several other African-American ballplayers of his time, White thrived in otherwise all-white, organized baseball leagues until he was told he could no longer play. JUSTIN CRISAFULLI-Andre Chiefs Eddie Landry-North Cambridge Sammy Steed As & Blue Sox The lifelong Watertown resident is married to Karen. RON LUONGO-Lynnfield Colonials & Hosmer Chiefs Dave Vigliotti As A situational hitter, Centola knew what his job was from at bat to at bat. ARI KOUFOS Augustines As & Andre Chiefs 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. One story states that he was timed going around the bases in just 12 seconds. The National Baseball Hall of Fame features over 300 members in its famous Plaque Gallery, but the path for 35 of them was a little more circuitous than the rest. The group includes first-time eligible candidates Darrelle Revis and Joe . Steve Ring- Malden Merchants 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. Santop was famous for tape-measure blasts and sky-high batting averages in the pre-Negro Leagues, known as the Dead Ball Era. He first worked for Watertown Recreation in 1976 as a Camp Peqoussette Apache Counselor. 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. Cardinals hire former ASU coach Robert Rodriguez as OLB coach, The best players who never won a Super Bowl, Warriors optimistic Stephen Curry nearing return, Senators acquire Jakob Chychrun from Coyotes, Mike McCarthy details focal point of Cowboys' offensive changes, McIlroy gives insight into proposed PGA Tour no-cut events, Red Wings, Larkin agree to eight-year, $69.6M extension, Morant allegedly went after teens, mall cops in incidents, Ravens GM addresses potential Lamar Jackson signing, Avalanche acquire Lars Eller from Capitals for second-round pick. Hall of Fame manager Connie Mack once said Johnson could write his own price on a Major League contract if he were white. 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