Athletics

On Tuesday, July 29, the NMBOLL continued its growth by electing a 26-person Board of Directors. The Board met immediately after the election, and elected the following officers: President: Jim Allen Vice President of Baseball: Leon Egozi Vice President of Administration: Loretta Mufson Secretary: Laura Haber Treasurer: Alan Wolfson Player Agent: Greg Thomas Deputy Player Agent (rookies) Zena Gruda League Information Officer: Aaron Groffman Safety Officer: Russell Karr Director/Umpires: Adrian Irwin Director/Scheduling: Stephanie Kienzle Director/Player and Coach Development: Brian Adams Director/Equipment and Uniforms: Abel Mercado Director/Special Events: Saralyn Nemser Director/Sponsorships: Walter Reynoso Director/Public Relations: Mona Heisler Director/Fund Raising: Ellie Bates Director/Government Liaison: Kevin Rafferty Other Directors: Ruben Coto, Rob Moskovitz, Clu Saulan, Shawn Sherwood, George Vallejo, Gary Heldenmuth, Virgilio Rosario, and Cheryl Semeah Even with our larger board, the League definitely still needs more people to step up to the plate--especially parents of the younger children. Many of the present Board have kids who are in Majors and up; if we want this league to continue to flourish, you parents of Rookie League and Minors Junior are going to HAVE to participate. We will be calling on you to assist in the many activities in the best Little League in Florida!

Well, Williamsport will have to wait til next year to enjoy the spirit of NMBOLL. The Juniors and Majors both lost Monday night to Liberty City. Earlier, the 9-10 year old team, led by Evan Marbin, lost for the second time agaisnt North Miami American, but made a solid comeback in the last inning. Next, the Seniors after having beaten Miami Springs, lost to North Miami American, 10-9, then got eliminated by MIami Springs. Even though we're out of the running for the World Series, it was a great season. Thanks to all the players, coaches, parents and fans who made it all possible!

The Tournament Teams now have their schedules. We have completed posting them on our web site, so everyone can follow our progress. Just check the Calendar! The tournament fields can be found under Locations; just click on the blue compass next to each one to get a map or directions.

The Seniors Twins finished the interleague playoffs undefeated, as they beat the North Miami Amercian Dodgers 4-2 Wednesday night. Congrats to the whole team, and especially to Adrian Irwin, who took over the team midseason and really molded them into a great team!

The NMBOLL requests and strongly encourages all of its umpires to join the District 8 Umpires Association. Not only will this allow you to better communicate with your fellow umpires in the District, it is a prerequisite to umpiring tournament games. Just click on the handout below, print out the application form and send it in!