After this weekend, Kendrick will have a more fitting memory to recollect. 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. The lifelong Watertown resident is married to Karen. Jim Curley Player (Merchants) These days Peter Centola can be seen around Watertown's recreation facilities as the town's Director of Recreation, but in his younger days baseball was his life. Eddie Rideout, Chiefs Each an inspiration. Phoenix World Series. Part 4: Conclusions, Yasmina, Thank you for joining me in this rather long road to discovery. A trip to Cooperstown has something for baseball fans and everyone else. Being elected into the Hall of Fame is the highest accolade a player can achieve in the BMBL. 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. Hill was also a frenetic baserunner in the style of Jackie Robinson, pestering pitchers as he danced back and forth on the basepaths. Bill Smeglin- Melrose Rams & Medford Mustangs He is currently the Director of Recreation in Watertown. The Premier League Hall of Fame honours the leading association football players that have played in the Premier League, the top level of the English football league system.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 . Mike Kotarski, Blue Sox ARI KOUFOS Augustines As & Andre Chiefs Steve Freker Media (Medford Mercury/Malden Evening News) Congratulations!!! His baseball career did not get off to an auspicious start. He started a club baseball team at the college. Charleston could do it all: Hit close to .400, steal a base with ease, run down a liner in the gap or nail a baserunner. And they all capped their careers with the greatest play of all. His imposing size alone was enough to get an opponents 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 Arlingtons 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. Green will be remembered by plays like this Hall Mary TD catch in triple coverage. 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. Fans can also celebrate baseball's most revered records in . Often called upon to take the mound, it wasn't overpowering velocity that got batters out, it was location and guile. In short, stories that connect us all. BOB SPINNEY- Hosmer Chiefs Adams may be a Hall of Famer someday, but Jackson is nowhere near HOF worthy. Cary McConnell Chiefs & As RON LUONGO-Lynnfield Colonials & Hosmer Chiefs BOB IANDOLI-Somerville Red Sox & Elms, Andre Chiefs & Melrose Rams DEREK DANA Augustines As He ranks fourth among active wideouts in both those aforementioned statistics over the course of his career. The consensus pick as the Negro Leagues best third baseman, Johnsons glovework evoked comparisons to Major League stars Pie Traynor and Brooks Robinson. Wide receiver A.J. Smith often played Robin to Satchel Paiges Batman, spelling Paige in relief for the Monarchs. Being named to the the Hall of Fame was a thrill and an honor, Centola said. All rights reserved. In the playoffs, where stellar play elevates players in the eyes of media and fans, he never shined. ROGER UELTZEN-Hosmer Chiefs 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. He had a rubber arm, often pitching in relief between starts, and he was revered for his control despite all the innings. JOHN TRAFICANTE- Somerville Elms & Augustines As 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. YardArt Watertown"PaTRASHia" was one of the pieces made for Watertown's YardArt. His late and always supportive parents, Philip and Anna, along with his late brother Quinn, smile down tonight, proudly joining Karen and the kids as we induct and welcome Pete Centola into the Intercity League Hall of Fame. He played first base and pitched. BRIAN COUGHLIN- Holovak & Coughlin Contributors/Administrators No waiting period for eligibility. Peter Centola is now the Director of the Watertown Recreation Department. Centola graduated from Stonehill College in 1982. Stearnes routinely challenged for home run crowns and stole plenty of bases, too. Through the years, Centola also worked in the Watertown Public Schools and for Watertown Recreation. Congratulations, Peter. Hank Landers, Chiefs Richie DiGiacomo- Hosmer Chiefs [1] Other factors are also taken into consideration, with players needing to have retired before the start of the awarding season, and are only judged on their domestic performances in the Premier League with no other competitions considered. Jim Gigi Cavanaugh, Reading The following information was provided by YardArt Watertown: JESSE SARZANA- Gately Rams Arizona Cardinals wide receiver A.J. Get the latest news and rumors, customized to your favorite sports and teams. Pete Frates- Lexington Blue Sox Coaches Participated for multiple seasons and was part of successful teams and is known to have greatly enhanced the players he/she coached. Bob DeFelice Player-Manager (Chiefs & Typos) Emailed daily. MIKE TURILLI- Melrose Rams 617-458-9561 He fielded 11 separate Hall of Fame players on his roster at various points, aggressively assembling top-end clubs year-in and year-out. Joe DiSarcina Player-Manager (Augustines As) The election came with some controversy and has been followed by silence. Watertowns Peter Centola Named to Intercity Baseball League Hall of Fame. Contributors/Administrators Responsible for building and enhancing the FCBL or a franchise, Committee Members will attend the regularly scheduled selection meetings as set by the Commissioner, Approve only those individuals who had significant contributions to the FCBL, Evaluate and update the policies and operational procedures and provide recommendations to the Commissioner for positive change, Keep all action of the Selection Committee confidential. Please order your tickets early as space is limited. He came to Watertown High School to coach in the early 1990s and was a volunteer coach for the Harvard junior varsity while also serving as assistant athletic director at Mount Ida College. 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. I have hope that as a result,. 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. Part 4: Conclusions. ANDY HARTUNG-Wakefield Merchants 3 , InterCity Express (ICE) 101 88 . JOE CACCIATORE-Umpire in Chief https://www.tiktok.com/@baseballhall?lang=en. 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. He retired with a Negro Leagues win percentage of nearly .700. 2023 inductees Eric Jacobsen, Joe Jackson, Brittany Kouandjio, Bryce Perkins and Karen Self at the 2023 Chandler Sports Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony, Saturday, February 18, 2023, in Chandler . A maximum of 10 individuals will be inducted into the Hall of Fame every other year. Pompez is often credited with bringing international flair to the Negro Leagues, signing the leagues first players from the Dominican Republic, Panama, Puerto Rico and Venezuela to his Cuban Stars and New York Cubans clubs. Listed below in alphabetical order by last name are the current members of the BMBL Hall of Fame. Are Green's years with the Bengals enough to get him enshrined in the Pro Football Hall of Fame? Career Batting: 228 Games, .382 Avg., 235 Hits, 152 RBIs, 129 Runs, 12 SB, 6 HR, 40 Doubles, 11 Triples, Current All-time 28+ leader in Hits (415), Career Batting: 423 Games, .421 Avg., 544 Hits, 331 RBIs, 236 Runs, 20 SB, 18 HR, 112 Doubles, 28 Triples, 28+ White Sox, Blue Sox, Cantabs, Knights (2007-2017), 6-time 18+ Champion (2000, 2001, 2002, 2007, 2009, 2011), 18+ All-time leader in Games Played (457) & AB's (1259), Member of the National Semi-Pro Baseball Hall of Fame, Career Batting: 550 Games, .320 Avg., 480 Hits, 319 RBIs, 262 Runs, 26 SB, 8 HR, 72 Doubles, 15 Triples, 2003 World Series Champion (Boston Wolfpack, MSBL National), Career Pitching: 45-12 record, 2 saves, 484 IP, 1.36 ERA, 479 K's, 18+ Braves, Bluefish, Reds (1998-2006, 2008), 2-time 18+ Most Valuable Player (1998, 1999), 4-time 18+ Champion (1996, 1997, 1998, 2006), Career Batting: 162 Games, .375 Avg., 174 Hits, 151 RBIs, 133 Runs, 31 SB, 26 HR, 20 Doubles, 12 Triples, Career Pitching: 20-5 record, 3 saves, 170 IP, 3.42 ERA, 201 K's, 18+ Dodgers, Tigers, White Sox (2000-2006, 2007-2008, 2009), 28+ JM Force, Cardinals (2010-2015, 2022), Career Batting: 295 Games, .416 Avg., 389 Hits, 191 RBIs, 351 Runs, 185 SB, 17 HR, 74 Doubles, 36 Triples, Career Batting: 196 Games, .396 Avg., 233 Hits, 135 RBIs, 146 Runs, 28 SB, 5 HR, 48 Doubles, 15 Triples, Career Pitching: 26-11 record, 2 saves, 253 IP, 3.13 ERA, 297 K's, 4-time 18+ Cy Young Award Winner (2000, 2001, 2002, 2004), Career Pitching: 36-2 record, 1 save, 245 IP, 1.14 ERA, 419 K's, 28+ Masters 38+ Saugus Sea Dogs (2015-2017, 2019), 4-time 28+ Cy Young Award Winner (2016, 2017, 2018, 2019), 3-time Masters 38+ Cy Young Award Winner (2015, 2016, 2017), Career Pitching: 80-25 record, 20 saves, 718 IP, 2.20 ERA, 543 K's, 28+ Panthers, JM Force, Vipers, Cardinals (2006-2019), Masters 38+ Chiefs, Pirates, Red Sox (2012-2019), 3-time Masters 38+ Champion (2013, 2017, 2018), Masters 38+ 2nd All-time in Slugging (.747) & OPS (1.318), Career Batting: 284 Games, .470 Avg., 397 Hits, 222 RBIs, 372 Runs, 216 SB, 31 HR, 86 Doubles, 23 Triples, Masters 38+ Red Sox, Alibrandis (2014-2016, 2017), 3-time 28+ Most Valuable Player (2015, 2016, 2017), 4-time 28+ Manager of the Year (2015, 2016, 2017, 2022), Current All-time 28+ leader in HR's (30), Doubles (102), RBIs (324), & Walks (194), Career Batting: 327 Games, .457 Avg., 442 Hits, 374 RBIs, 290 Runs, 25 SB, 35 HR, 115 Doubles, 17 Triples, Masters 38+ Grey Sox, Indians, Braves (1990-2013), Played in 9 MSBL World Series (Boston Wolfpack, MSBL National), 2001 World Series MVP (Boston Wolfpack, MSBL National), Career Batting: 388 Games, .355 Avg., 422 Hits, 220 RBIs, 209 Runs, 4 SB, 3 HR, 53 Doubles, 7 Triples, Career Pitching: 45-38 record, 3 saves, 613 IP, 2.88 ERA, 408 K's, 28+/Masters 38+ Brockton Indians, A's (Player/Manager, 1990-2016), Won Caribbean Championship in Puerto Rico (MSBL National), 2-time Fall Classic Champion (MSBL National), 4-time World Series Champion (MSBL National), Career Batting: 343 Games, .279 Avg., 218 Hits, 152 RBIs, 137 Runs, 5 Doubles, 3 Triples, Career Batting: 358 Games, .446 Avg., 522 Hits, 339 RBIs, 261 Runs, 13 SB, 7 HR, 115 Doubles, 24 Triples, Played in 3 World Series (Boston United, MABL National), Career Pitching: 56-32 record, 17 saves, 630 IP, 1.92 ERA, 560 K's, 28+ Mariners, Vipers, Rockies, Cubs, Brewers, Pirates, Braves, A's, Spartans (2002-present), Masters 38+ Braves, A's, Lugnuts, Spartans, Alibrandis, Bulls (2002-present), Played in 2002 World Series (Boston Braves, MSBL National), Played in 2007 Las Vegas Classic (Boston Wolfpack, MSBL National), Career Batting: 526 Games, .337 Avg., 497 Hits, 226 RBIs, 289 Runs, 91 SB, 71 Doubles, 4 Triples, Career Pitching: 64-40 record, 13 saves, 750 IP, 2.51 ERA, 557 K's, 4-time Hall of Fame Member (BMBL, Intercity League, North Reading H.S., National Semi-Pro Baseball), 6-time World Series Champion (Boston Wolfpack, MSBL National), 2-time Iron Man, 100-Innings ALS Fundraiser, Career Batting: 513 Games, .350 Avg., 551 Hits, 318 RBIs, 325 Runs, 48 SB, 90 Doubles, 8 Triples, Career Pitching: 16-2 record, 2 saves, 121 IP, 1.62 ERA, 89 K's, 28+ White Sox, Knights, Blue Sox (2000-2013), Founder/Player, Boston Wolfpack (2001-present), Competed in over 60 MSBL tournaments, won over 30 of them (Boston Wolfpack, MSBL National), Played in numerous tourneys in U.S. as well as New Zealand, Puerto Rico, Cuba, Bahamas, Argentina, and Australia (Boston Wolfpack, MSBL National), Career Batting: 523 Games, .294 Avg., 370 Hits, 155 RBIs, 294 Runs, 193 SB, 8 HR, 49 Doubles, 7 Triples, Bridgewater Dodgers, Player/Manager (1992-2000), Boston Braves Manager, MSBL World Series (1993-1997). Jack Repetto- Arlex Oilers Mike Langston-Andre Chiefs Quiet and unassuming, with a funky running style and a corkscrew batting stance all his own, Norman Stearnes play did all the talking that was needed. After college, Centola began playing in the Intercity League, and began coaching. John Brickley, As For information on the dinner please contact Dinner Chairman Orazio Azzarello at 617-839-6843. 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. Those who saw him -- from Monte Irvin to Dizzy Dean to Roy Campanella and many more -- argued that Gibson (also a gifted defensive catcher) possessed the most powerful bat of anyone on planet Earth. Boston Men's Baseball Organization, Inc. All rights reserved. Big Bill Foster starred for his brothers Chicago American Giants, winning 26 straight games during the 1926 season -- including both ends of a doubleheader victory over "Bullet" Joe Rogan and the Kansas City Monarchs that clinched the pennant. MIKE MARTELLO- Wakefield Merchants RICK FORESTEIRE- Melrose Rams This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google. The outing was not so thrilling for Centola, who started for the Div. MIKE TOBIN- Lexington Blue Sox DON McGILLICUDDY- Reading Town Team & Wilmington SHAWN BRICKMAN-Medford Mustangs, Andre Chiefs & Powderhouse Pub The Intercity Baseball League Hall of Fame induction dinner will be held on Saturday, Nov. 11, 2017, at Montvale Plaza in Stoneham. 4-time Hall of Fame Member (BMBL, Intercity League, North Reading H.S., National Semi-Pro Baseball) 6-time World Series Champion (Boston Wolfpack, MSBL National) Green recently announced his retirement after 12 seasons in the NFL. Hall of Fame, in full Hall of Fame for Great Americans, monument which honours U.S. citizens who have achieved distinction or fame, standing at the summit of University Heights on the campus of Bronx Community College (originally the uptown campus of New York University). a spot in the Intercity Baseball League Hall of Fame, Council Approves Replacing Victory Field Turf with New Artificial Turf in Divided Vote, Record Amount of Grants for Watertown Schools from Life Science Companies, YardArt Returns in 2023, Two Upcoming Events to Help Inspire You, Youth Sports Program Comes Together to Remember a Hockey Mom & Raise Money, Mosesian Center Hosts Heart Truth: Mental Health Stories from the Deaf Community, Share Your Memories of the Shootout & Capture of the Boston Marathon Bombers, OP-ED: How Safe is Watertown from a Bio Lab Emergency? Green has more touchdown catches than Thomas (63) but slightly fewer receiving yards (9,763). DICK KELLIHER-Wakefield Merchants The Pro Football Hall of Fame Class of 2023 was revealed Thursday night at NFL Honors, three days before Super Bowl LVII. More >. 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. JOHN TRIXIE TRISCHITTA-Hosmer Chiefs, ERNIE ARDOLINO-Hosmer Chiefs RALPH WALKER- Hosmer Chiefs, Johnny Ball- Boston Typos A situational hitter, Centola knew what his job was from at bat to at bat. That's a tough league! Peter Ferrari Blue Sox Self-guided tour or VIP experience. ROY PETERSON-Somerville Elms & Medford Mustangs More >, Gibsons exclusion from the Major Leagues evokes as many what ifs as any Negro League star. "It wasn't like I was waiting for this," Centola said. Not only were you unbelievable to watch play, but you also made every game and practice memorable. PETE FEELEY-Augustines/Cremone As When a pitcher asked Hall of Fame manager Leo Durocher how he should pitch Suttles in an exhibition, Durocher replied, Just pitch and pray.. a spot in the Intercity Baseball League Hall of Fame. Here are the 2022 ICL Award Winners. He first worked for Watertown Recreation in 1976 as a Camp Peqoussette Apache Counselor. Steve Donovan-Somerville Elms & Melrose Rams JOHN OBRIEN-Augustines As Bob Daley, North Cambridge The outing was not so thrilling for Centola, who started for the Div. STAN DeMARTINIS-Melrose Rams & Lynnfield White Sox Built with the Largo WordPress Theme from the Institute for Nonprofit News. Ed Larson- Augustine As Whether patrolling the first base bag, digging into the left hand batter's box or glaring in from the mound, Pete Centola carried presence. The Dorothy and Charles Mosesian Center for the Arts -- DEAFinitely, Inc. and This Is My Brave (TIMB) present the groundbreaking show This Is My Brave - Heart Truth: Mental Health Stories from the Deaf Community. For one night only, 13 Deaf, DeafBlind and Hard of Hearing storytellers will share their personal stories of mental illness and recovery to break down stigma, uncover access barriers in the mental health system and celebrate the resilience of the Deaf community using American Sign Language storytelling, art, and dance. In December 2009, when former Recreation Director Tom Sullivan retired Centola struggled with whether to go for the job, but decided to go for it because it was best for his family. The Baseball Hall of. Dave Polcari, Chiefs A gift in any amount helps us continue to bring you the news. Day trip or a week-long adventure. An all around athlete, Centola, who in 1978 graduated from St. Patrick's High School in Watertown having been chosen Herald All- Scholastic in basketball as a senior and the Catholic Suburban League MVP in baseball following both his junior and senior years, also flashed an above average glove at first base, saving numerous infield errors with agility that complemented his 6'4 target. Dave Ellegood Merchants ERIC POLING- Lexington Blue Sox These rosters list 10 Chautauqua Sports Hall of Fame inductees. 0. PETER CENTOLA-Grannan Club & Holovak & Coughlin The Homestead Grays were the powerhouse of the East under Poseys ownership. Les DeMarco Player-Manager-Official (Merchants) Torrientes legend was built on a national scale in 1920, when he outhit and outhomered Babe Ruth during a nine-game exhibition series in Cuba. His career tailed off after signing as a free agent with the Cardinals in 2021. John Veneziano Chiefs 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. Centola graduated from Stonehill College in 1982. Dave Vigliotti As They left their mark, brought fans together, and made dreams come true. A man remembered even more for the awestruck stories he inspired than his statistics, Paige was named by many who saw him -- black and white -- as the greatest pitcher who ever lived. At the time, the Intercity Golden Gloves was considered, along with the events in New York and Chicago, to be the premier amateur boxing tournaments in the nation. All nominations will be presented to the FCBL Hall of Fame Selection Committee. FRAN FUSCO Medford Mustangs . Bob Dedrick-Augustine As He was inducted into the College Football Hall of Fame in 2002. The inductees will be enshrined at the ICL's 5th annual Hall of Fame, Awards & Reunion. Hall of Fame Weekend happens every year, with the Hall of Famers returning to Cooperstown to honor the current years class of members. "It was a thrill.". Centola played for 10 years in the very competitive adult baseball league for the Arlington-based Grannan Club, which turned into Holovack and Coughlin. Green was one of the best receivers in the league during his prime with the Bengals, racking up 65 touchdown catches and 9,430 receiving yards. His late and always supportive parents, Philip and Anna, along with his late brother Quinn, smile down tonight, proudly joining Karen and the kids as we induct and welcome Pete Centola into the Intercity League Hall of Fame. YardArt Watertown, the popular outdoor public art exhibition featuring the work of residents, artists and art enthusiasts who live or work in Watertown, returns this year for the entire month of April. Paige was known as the ultimate showman as he barnstormed hundreds of games per year and dazzled scores of fans. Tom Cassell Player-Manager-Official (Cassell Club) Your email address will not be published. The Intercity League's Hall of Fame Ceremony and Awards Dinner has been scheduled for Thursday evening June 8, 2023 at Anthony's in Malden. He started working there in 1976. 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. He was flashy, known for calling his shots years before Babe Ruth did, and his combination of skill and showmanship made him one of the early drawing cards in African-American baseball. Of bravery, tragedy and redemption. And they all capped their careers with the greatest play of all. He spent the first 10 seasons of his career with the Cincinnati Bengals, where he made the Pro Bowl seven times. 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Mike Romano-Andre Chiefs & Somerville Red Sox Nominations can be submitted here. SHANAN KNOX- Lexington Blue Sox His prowess on the diamond has earned hima spot in the Intercity Baseball League Hall of Fame. Ault did three separate stints as Nevada's coach from 1976-2012, going 234-108-1. Kansas City won six Negro American League pennants and one Negro League World Series title with Smith coming out of the bullpen. 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. It was introduced in for the 2008/09 season with the purpose of raising the profile of the sport in Ireland and increasing interest in Scotland. FRANKIE LEMOS- Hosmer Chiefs & Everett City Club But he supplied much more. Whites greatest contribution was likely his first book, History of Colored Baseball, which provided the first in-depth anthology of African-American ballplayers before the Negro Leagues formed in 1920. The Hall of Fame Selection Committee will be selected by the Commissioner of the FCBL. More >. Social change and personal victories. Smiths sweeping curveball, honored on his Hall of Fame plaque, was his calling card. "That's why I say don't give up on a players," Centola said. The 2023 season will be the last in which the playoff has a four-team format. 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 . DICK NEWTON-Augustines As Then he became athletic director at Newbury College, where he restarted baseball as a club sport and later became a varsity team. The items within the Archives and Collections come in a variety of shapes and sizes - ranging from large three-dimensional artifacts to photographic slides and everything . As with the bat and glove, when on the mound, he did his job. Being ahead of the curve always works better for me. More >. As with the bat and glove, when on the mound, he did his job. As Newbury College Athletic Director, he established baseball as a varsity sport in 2007. Said Satchel Paige of Charlestons ability: You had to see him to believe him.. He worked as a teacher's aide in the 1980s while also coaching baseball. One of his players at UMass-Boston, Steve Coffey, was taken in the Major League Baseball drafted. 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. 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