Annual Report 2008-09

ANNUAL REPORT 2008-09

PATRON Margaret Ralston VICE PATRONS Dr Roger Capps Don Carter Ron Chandler Bert Haynes Ken Wesslink Ron Wright PRESIDENT Kevin Jennings VICE PRESIDENT Jim Wilton DIRECTORS Finance & Marketing Chris Day Youth Operations Jim Wilton Bob Neiswander Baseball Operations Jeff Kevan Affiliated Associations Peter Thompson Masters/Memorabilia Gordon Penhall OFFICE PERSONNEL Chief Executive Officer Paul Begg Development Manager Paul Chandler Administration Officer Trish Hollands Operations Co-ordinator Lorraine Dunn Development Officer Ben Arthur Operations Database Derek Slater State Director of Coaching Ron Harvey State Director of Umpiring Paul Begg

League Historian Robert Laidlaw ABF Council Representative Kevin Jennings

League Tribunal Peter Dixon Hugh Franke Ron Wright Peter Cesco

BUASA Andrew Bell SACBA Ian Ewart Scorers Association Carolyn Smith Winter Baseball Georgina Gordon

Table of Contents

Contents 3 President’s Report 4 Chief Executive Officer’s Report 5 Australian Baseball Federation 7 Baseball Operations Report 9 Finance Report 11 Auditors Report 13 Detailed Income & Expenditure Statement 14 Development Manager’s Report 18 State Director of Coaching Report 21 SASI Report 22 Youth Operations Report 24 2008/09 Coopers Division 1 Grand Final 26 2008/09 Capps Medal Evening 28 Awards 31 Junior Medal Presentation 32 Masters/Memorabilia Report 34 Claxton Shield 36 Claxton Shield 75th Diamond All Star Team 38 Little League Representative Team 40 Under 14 State Team 42 Under 16 State Team 44 Under 18 State Team 45 State Director of Umpiring Report 47 Baseball Umpires Association of South Australia 48 SA Baseball Scorers Association (SABSA) 49 Affiliated Associations Report 50 2008/09 ALL STARS TEAM Premiership Tables 51 History of Life Members 57 History of Division One Premiers 58 History of Capps Medallists 59

3 President’s Report

I began last year’s report by congratulating Port Adelaide on winning the Division 1 Premiership, after many years, and now find myself congratulating them again for winning the trophy “back to back”. After a slow start to the season, Port fought back to finish the minor round in 4th place, then defeated Kensington, West Torrens and ultimately Goodwood, each in two games, to retain the title. Mention must be made of the heroic efforts of Darren Fidge, of Goodwood, who provided outstanding pitching outings, combined with his offensive efforts, to propel Goodwood to the Grand Final. Port Adelaide import, Ryan Murphy, was the very deserving winner of the trophy for the most valuable player in the final series. The Capps Medal winner this year was East Torrens import Tyler Levin, who won by 4 votes from Ben Wigmore of Good- wood. The presentation was conducted, once again, at AAMI Stadium and, again, Dr. Roger Capps was able to delay his departure for interstate to enable him to present the medal personally. The successful evening incorporated the presentation of Life Membership of Baseball SA to Norm “Chalky” White, recognition of the SA Claxton Shield All-Star Team and the announcement of the Baseball SA All Star Team.. In addition, medal winners in all senior grades were announced, West Torrens were presented with the Junior and Senior Club shields and Vicky Tate & Ken Wesslink Division 1 significant award winners were presented. I congratulate all of the above for their achievements. • 75th Claxton Shield Diamond All Star Team Manager Kingsley Wellington First Base Kevin Greatrex

Second Base David Mundy Short Stop Dave Roberts Utility Andrew Scott Pitchers: Charlie Puckett

Ron Sharpe Neil Page Shayne Bennett I continue to be supported by a hard working Board and The Baseball Australia Diamond Awards were held on Saturday, Baseball SA office staff, and thank them for their efforts this 21 February 2009 at Rydges on Swanston in Melbourne. past year. It was with a sense of loss that the Board accepted the retirement of Peter Thompson, Director of Affiliated Asso- Congratulations to the following South Australians who were ciations, due to ill health. Peter had worked hard and suc- recipients at the Awards: cessfully, during his years on the Board, to improve communication and relationships between the Board, Baseball SA and • President's Award Ken Wesslink the various affiliated bodies and I hope that his successor can maintain that position. • ABF Life Membership Ronald Morgan • Coach of the Year Award Tony Harris

Being a member of our Tribunal is generally a thankless For some years now discussions have been held around task, particularly when it appears that the decisions are the centenary of baseball in South Australia and how inconsistent. Notwithstanding this, the Tribunal is an best to recognise achievement of this event. A number essential part of our operations and I wish to thank the of clubs have successfully held centenary dinners members for their continued service. It is the intention of combined with the introduction of a Hall of Fame or the Board, in the coming months, to enter into dialogue announcement of a team of the century. with the Tribunal in an attempt to ensure that we are all However, attempts by Baseball SA to introduce some- working to the same objective and it is hoped that this will thing similar at the State level have been met with al- significantly reduce perceived inconsistencies. most thunderous silence. Despite repeated requests, The latest information available is that the National League the majority of Clubs remain silent in both their endorse- will not commence in 2009/2010, the current economic ment for such a project and in the nomination of suitable climate being a significant deterrent in trying to launch a people for elevation to such a significant position. successful competition at this time. However, whilst there Accordingly, and very disappointingly, the Board feels is hope for the following year, South Australia’s that we are left with no alternative but to abandon the participation is in doubt due to the lack of a suitable facility, whole concept. I extend my thanks to those members of and efforts to address this remain high on the Board’s the Baseball community who volunteered their time and priority. effort to get the project on the go, and am sure that they A further factor affecting our possible participation is the are as disenchanted as are we, with this result. lack of support (i.e. attendance), especially from the baseball fraternity, for our current Claxton Shield program and Kevin Jennings home games. It is expected that a similar format will be in President. place for this coming season and our support for these games will go a long way to impacting on the final decision. This also impacts on our financial results as the accounts will show.

5 Chief Executive Officer’s Report

It is with pleasure I present my second annual report and The performance of the Claxton Shield squad in the re- while a home for baseball and a proposed National Compe- vamped Claxton Shield competition this year was below tition have dominated previous annual reports I am pleased standard with 1 win and 15 losses. Head Coach Ron to say that Baseball continues to compete admirably with Harvey spent a lot of time with the squad leading up to other sports in terms of playing numbers, teams competing the tournament. Warm up games against sides com- and funding from the Office for Recreation and Sport. In peting in the December Goodwill Series and a series addition slow progress has been made on a major facility against the Perth Heat in Port Hedland and Perth were and the national competition. ideal in the lead up to the competition.

Facility Development The performance of the Claxton Shield group was cer- tainly tested and we were narrowly beaten in some close Facility development at States Sports Park, Gepps Cross was games. With continued increased focus in this area, re- a very detailed project that required all cards to fall into sults are expected to improve. The Board has appointed place perfectly. Since applying for $8.4 million dollars last Tony Harris as Head Coach of the Claxton Shield side with year this figure has blown out to $19 million by the time the Mark Haylock as his assistant. final case study was completed in February 2008. Our project is now being considered as a high priority sport that Baseball Operations needs the facilities to attract a national competition and On a positive note, competition management and suitable for International teams. ground allocation while appearing to be a major concern This case study did not receive State Government approval actually improved, and will continue to do so with but is supported by the Office for Recreation and Sport. We stability in personnel managing League operations. Staff will pursue the application until no further action can be at Baseball SA are now using the competition manage- taken. ment program effectively and we will expand this next season. Major concerns have been raised with the State Govern- ment over the risk to the sport if South Australia does not Achievements have a suitable facility able to host national fixtures in 2009.

Even if given an immediate green light for facility develop- Congratulations to the Adelaide Baseball Club and Sturt ment at State Sports Park, completion of construction Baseball Club on celebrating their centenaries. Both would take at least 2-3 years, placing our involvement at clubs recognized their Champions with Adelaide pre- great risk. Therefore, a major focus in the short term is the senting their Team of the Century and Sturt announcing development of an interim facility that satisfies the require- members of their inaugural Hall of Fame. ments to host national competition events. This has been directed toward the Glenelg Baseball Club grounds. State

Government support has been given at this stage however their grant is subject to Federal Government funding. This funding has not been approved and we have been encouraged to reapply to the new Federal Government.

High Performance

Great progress has been made in the development of our elite players. Performance and development of South Aus- tralia’s best young talent will result in an improvement at the top in time, as young players learn similar skill sets from under 12 (Little League) through to Clax- ton Shield. Our underage State Team finished competitively at the National Championships with the best results for many years. The Southern Little League All Stars team finished second at the National Championships in Queensland being one run away from travelling to Hong Kong for the

World Little League Championship.

Finance Staffing

It is often discussed that Baseball SA is flush with funds Baseball SA has welcomed a new staff member in due to the performance of the League over recent times. Trish Hollands who took over as the Administration This perception could not be further from the truth. In Officer. fact, Baseball SA is fighting to keep its head above water We have retained the services of Paul Chandler in an extremely competitive environment. (Development & Coaching Manager), Lorraine Dunn

Those reading this report will note that Baseball SA has (Operations), Derek Slater (Umpire Manager & Statis- approximately $70,000 in term deposit earning interest tics), Ben Arthur (School Clinic Coordinator). at a rate of 3.35% per annum. Whilst this is an improve- My thanks go to all staff for their commitment and loyalty during the season. ment over the situation several years ago, repayment of the State Government loan ($70,000) was due in Decem- Thank you to the Glenelg Baseball Club and the Mount ber 2007. The State Government have now approved Gambier and District Baseball League for their running that this debt be written off providing the funds are of the Claxton Shield program. Both organisations applied to the development of the Glenelg Baseball Club provided ideal venues for these events and the volun- facilities mentioned earlier in this report. In view of the teers from the respective clubs are congratulated on a lack of Federal Government funding for the project the job well done. amount paid to Glenelg Baseball Club is being re-visited. Finally I would like to thank the Board of Baseball SA Achieving a loss of $40,000 throughout 2008/09 is a for their support. I look forward with continued drive result of the extra Claxton Shield costs due to the ex- to achieve positive outcomes for the sport and panded competition, computer upgrades and new pro- in particular development of a facility able to host grams for Baseball SA. However, the ever evolving cli- national competition events. mate of increasing costs in all areas, which our sport fac- es, has resulted in all club levies remaining the same for the coming season. Paul Begg Chief Executive Officer

7 Australian Baseball Federation

Message from the ABF CEO With the support of all Members and Supporters as well as the Australian Government, the game of baseball in Australia has The 2008/2009 season has contained many Baseball highlights, seen a continual and consistent development of players at both on and off the field. both grassroots and high performance levels. Collectively, we have been able to develop our sport and have maximised the From my perspective, some of the key highlights included the investment of our various stakeholders by developing strong 2009 World Baseball Classic campaign with a momentous win performances of our national teams, embracing social over Mexico (capturing the WBC ‘Hits’ record of 22 hits), and inclusion by providing access to the game to both genders, all then being just four outs away from beating Cuba and advancing ages, disabled and able-bodied, into metropolitan, regional to the second round. It was an outstanding effort by the and indigenous areas and have at all times satisfied all Australian Senior Team and coaching staff, led by Jon Deeble. requirements to demonstrate strong corporate governance. The Diamond Anniversary Claxton Shield is another program we were all proud to present, as not only did it highlight the Whilst the development pathway for Australian Baseball has immense level of talent we have within our sport at a HP level, been fairly well established, the missing component has the support of our partners Major League Baseball, Edge 85 and always been a National League; which is why it has always Virgin Blue allowed us to take the tournament truly national – been one of the ABF’s major priorities to re-introduce a new visiting regional areas such as Mt Gambier. The 75th celebrations National League. also provided an opportunity to acknowledge former greats through the selection of a Diamond All-Star Team. Our congratu- The purpose of a new National League will be to promote the lations again to all Diamond All-Star State Team representatives game of Baseball in Australia, increase playing and coaching and we again pay tribute to the Australian Claxton Shield Dia- standards and provide opportunities for player advancement mond All Star Team consisting of: from grassroots to elite professional level, as well as increase

Manager - Kingsley Wellington the opportunities for coaches, umpires, scorers, technical Coaches - Ross Straw, Rod Byrne and Jon Deeble officials and grounds staff.

Catcher - David Nilsson After a long period of discussion, the ABF has been able First Base - Kevin Greatrex to advance this important initiative and we look forward to Second Base - David Mundy providing more details in the coming months. Third Base - Larry Home Short Stop - Dave Roberts It has been great working with the Baseball SA Board and Staff

Left Field - Jack Rowley and I look forward to continuing to work closely together in Centre Field - Lionel Harris this next exciting phase of the development of this great Right Field - Geoff Martin game. Designated Hitter - Tony Adamson Utilities - Andrew Scott and Grahame Cassell Sincerely,

Pitchers: John May Charlie Puckett; Ron Sharpe; Adrian Meagher; Ray Michell; Neil Page; Dick Shirt; Phil Dale; Graeme Lloyd and Shayne Bennett.

Moving forward, we are all eager to understand the recommen- dations that may be adopted in relation to the ongoing funding allocations to Australian Sport after the imminent release of the Crawford Report and the impending decision from the IOC re- garding Baseball’s involvement with the Olympics.

Baseball Operations Report

A truly cynical person could start this report by saying that this was another challenging year for operations! Howev- er that really applies to every season with all the challenges thrown up by programming and by attempting to please everyone.

This past year was no different to others with issues such as changing programs due to teams having to be with- drawn after the season started because of problems with numbers of playing personnel. As a result of this the draws will be done later this year in an attempt to allevi- ate the need to redraw programs after they have been put in place. As in past years the lack of grounds and fitting all the teams into them is still a challenge forthe formatting of draws. Looking at last year’s report it is not- ed that the website needed a bit of a revamp, while it is still not perfect it is better than it was and time will make it more so. With the recent Operations meetings some possible changes to the number of games played at Div 1 level may be in the offing. Will we have a 26 game season or will we stick with a total of 33 games? In some corners 26 games seems to be the preferred option with others in favour of 33. The big challenge is to find a way of programming 33 games in the available dates. Of course it will mean some twilights and double headers to allow that to happen. By the time this is read it will have been decided what the format will be.

In closing this report we would like to wish Ben Arthur every success in his new job at Asthma SA and thank him for his time at Baseball SA, he will be missed. We would also like to thank Lorraine for all her work during the past year, especially over the last 6 months.

Jeff Kevan Operations Director

9 Finance Report

Introduction

Over the last six years, it has been a pleasure to be in- In the expense lines, the cost of participating in the ex- volved with Baseball SA (“BSA”) as it continued the devel- panded national series was $24,000 higher than budget- opment of baseball in SA while seeking to remain finan- ed. Secondly, a decision was made to write off many old cially responsible. This year has undone my first five but very small debtors from individuals participating in years of good results and was not acceptable to either me BSA run programmes. This totalled $3,800. or the board. Financial Review Accordingly, we present our financial statements for the year ended 30 April 2009 following this report. The per- Over the last four years, we have highlighted our histori- formance, in the face of one of the worst financial crises, cal position to compare with our fortunes. The key fac- is respectable but not acceptable. While it follows on tor affecting our negative position in the late 1990’s was from the previous five years where profits have been gen- the demise of the Adelaide Giants. The resultant losses erated, it is not the intention to continue next year with took 10 years to recover but those days are well past. another loss. Even after our disappointing performance this year, and The net loss for the year was $42,203 compared to a the repayment of government debt in 2008, BSA is in a profit of $3,484 in the previous year. In April 2008, our stable position with our members funds at the end of budget was set for the year with a projected profit of April 2009 in a very solid position. This creates the posi- $800. However, several items hit the profit during the tion to allow many choices to be made in relation to our year. future which could not be contemplated in our recent past. On the income front, sponsorship was very hard to come by and was $10,000 lower than budgeted. Club income Two graphs below highlight both trading profits/losses was nearly $4,800 below budget and government grants and income and expenditure statement. As discussed, were $7,800 below our expectation under the Step our aim is not to pursue profits but set a budget for bal- grants. ance (or a small profit) in accordance with our by-laws.

Income & Expenditure

Income: Gross Income for the year at $668,126 was nearly unchanged from 2007/08 (of $662,133). The major items in income included: A. the Club Levies ($222,785); B. the grants provided by government organisations ($75,200) but lower than expected; C. development and coaching income ($96,835) raised by programmes; and D. State youth income raised and expended associated with national championships ($131,632).

Income & Expenditure

Expenditure: $800,000 Expenditure This income was generally matched $700,000 Turnover by higher expenditure in the same $600,000 categories. $500,000 In relation to the $710,329 in expenditure for the year, it generally $400,000 relates to the factors above such as $300,000

Claxton Shield and youth State teams, $200,000 development/coaching expenses and $100,000 salaries/wages. BSA payroll increased by less than 1% during the year and $0

BSA will continue to monitor this cost. 1989/90 1993/94 1997/98 2001/02 2005/06

Profit: Net Profit/(Loss) The profit is a major disappointment for directors. The last five years met $100,000 with our strategy of small profits but $80,000 2009 was not our preferred position and we do not expect to repeat this $60,000 loss position in future years. While I $40,000 would like to report that good profits $20,000 can again be repeated on an ongoing $0 basis, this is not expected and is not -$20,000 the intention of the BSA directors. -$40,000

Our aim is for balanced budgets and -$60,000 where possible, maintaining club lev- -$80,000 ies at reasonable levels with only small 1989/90 1993/94 1997/98 2001/02 2005/06 increases.

Cash Flow: Even after the poor performance this year and the cash payment (formerly the debt to government) for the Glenelg facility of $35,000, the balance of the cash resources available to BSA will be conservatively invested for the benefit of the members. With lower interest rates, this will not produce significant income like it has over the past five years.

Initiatives & Review Future Strategy

The President and General Manager have outlined the Our primary strategy is to continue to increase senior and future developments for the baseball community in their junior playing numbers, both male and female, at all playing reports. I continue to state this each year but I will do it levels and at all standards. The strength of having 50 teams from Division 3 to 7 is a testament to the growth at all stand- again. In order for our initiatives to come to fruition, the BSA needs to continually show strong financial manage- ards. ment. The ABF and OPS have shown us considerable sup-

Each of our categories have marginally increased over the port as we pursue our new facility. It is our belief that our financial position and their support will allow us to con- past six years but the current financial position is putting a vince government to allow us to have our first real home strain on all families. While the T-Ball numbers are also en- since Norwood Oval. couraging, this must continue as a priority for the BSA and local T-Ball clubs. Further, the advent of a new national league sponsored by Major League Baseball would, in my We will seek to work with a balance position from small opinion, improve numbers further by creating a pathway for increases in fees and balancing other costs. those people interested in the elite level. To all of the BSA management, in particular Paul Begg and Our other major strategy moving forward continues to be his team, I would like to thank them for their contribution the development of a national facility that is referred to to the running of baseball in South Australia. elsewhere in the report. Our financial aim will be to continue to assist our clubs by running BSA at the lowest prudent levels possible. We will continue to present to both State and Federal governments that we should have a national home at States Sport Park or elsewhere, while being able to Chris Day manage our own affairs in the future. FINANCE DIRECTOR

After achieving our aim of repaying the State Government its $70,000 by 31 December 2007, we were given the OK by them to assist in the redevelopment of the Glenelg Baseball Club as our interim playing facility (using this money). In effect, $35,000 of this money has been repaid to the government and then they have allowed it to be expended on the upgrade of Anderson Reserve for the benefit of the entire baseball community. The balance of $35,000 remains on our balance sheet awaiting support from the Federal government to erect lights at the Anderson Reserve facility so that night time games can be played by our State/National league team and more importantly by all BSA clubs. The Federal government changed in late 2007 and they with- drew over $400,000 in funding for the lights. The grant has again been applied for under the current Federal government’s initiatives. The balance of the State government money will be contributed at this time.

17 Development Manager’s Report

“Australian Sport – emerging challenges, new directions – THE NEED FOR REFORM

Australia has long over-achieved and out-performed our competitors on the sporting stage but that stage is becoming crowded and competitive. Whilst new competitors are emerging and old foes are growing stronger, Australia must adapt to these changing circumstances and embrace change. No longer can it simply be business as usual.

Reform of the Australian sports system – both at the elite and community level – can be put off no longer.

It is clear that we need new directions in sport to meet the Since this paper was released, a comprehensive submission emerging challenges and to maintain our status as one of the has been submitted to the Commonwealth Government’s world’s greatest sporting nations. Independent Review of Sport in Australia, with an adden- If we are to act responsibly and safeguard the future of Aus- dum to this submission written in February 2009 – both tralian sport, we must now embrace reform. And it must papers can be viewed via the Australian Sports Commission range from the very highest levels of elite sport, right down to website - www.ausport.gov.au the grassroots. While the submission is being evaluated Baseball SA cannot stand still. The Rudd Government believes we need new direction in two key areas: the way we support elite sport: and the manner Development can cast a wide umbrella – however with which we use sport to boost participation and physical activity changes made during 2008/09, and with further changes to to help build a healthier nation. become evident during 2009/10, we believe our time

The Federal Government believes rather than debating the should be spent in the retention, recruitment and promo- merits of elite sports versus community (club) sport, we tion of the sport of baseball and as such we continue to should embrace and recognise the vital interconnections be- strive to find ways we can support our major assets and tween the two. The reality is that our elite sport system only shareholders – the district clubs. prospers when we have a strong talent base on which to Our sport needs to become “all inclusive” – that is Baseball draw. Equally, having successful and high performance role SA, and our clubs, need to provide a fair, safe, ethical “ models in sport is integral to encouraging children to take up workplace” and include all cultures, genders and those with sport and aspire to reach their own dreams.” special needs.

Extract from the Australian Government Paper Throughout the 2008-09 season the development team, (The Rudd Labour Government) - along with many volunteers continued to move the sport Australian Sport: emerging challenges, new directions forward.

Once again, Baseball SA has provided many opportunities

for young South Australians to experience T-Ball and base-

ball. Whilst competition in the children’s sport market be-

comes stronger, Baseball has statistically maintained its

place as a genuine option for children.

Through our be active School Clinic program, Baseball SA

has promoted the sport to close to 10,000 children in

schools throughout metropolitan and regional areas. A ma-

jor focus of this program is Yard Ball, a fun, exciting modi-

fied game that aims at bridging the gap between T-Ball and

baseball. Yard Ball will continue to be a selling point in

schools, with minimal cost involved in the implementation,

and all skill levels catered for.

Once again, the casual coaches that deliver the be active The continued success of the State’s two representative School Clinic program have performed an excellent job. They teams at the recent National Little League Championships – are the face of Baseball SA, engaging with teachers, parents with our Southern All-Star Team again finishing runners up and students. Without their efforts, there is little doubt and Mt Gambier finishing 7th (out of 12) promotion of the game would decrease significantly. – has provided a great launching pad for next season and

Baseball SA continued its work with Community Bridging highlights the strength of the Little League concept – “Little Services, working with children with special needs. This League is based around growing and rewarding local clubs program culminated in a Carnival Day attended by ten schools and their communities – it’s not about the strongest and and over 150 students with special needs. T-Ball and baseball most talented players, it’s about growing the local club and has now become a regular part of the Physical Education rewarding its players.” curriculum at five of those participating schools. The Inaugural Little League Umpire Program Local clubs, in conjunction with Baseball SA, have again been involved with the Active After-school Communities Program The Little League umpiring program commenced – targeting (AAsCP). Baseball has been the sport of choice in twenty our Youth U16 and U14 Players - to become an accredited schools this period, and continues to be one of the sports in umpire and umpire club Little League games while still highest demand. The program can provide a fantastic enjoying playing the game. opportunity for promotion and recruitment, but its success depends upon clubs’ commitment to the sessions and the sub- Many thanks to Andrew Bell – our recently appointed State sequent communication with the school. Director of Umpiring who coordinated the program which culminated in 9 youth players graduating and umpiring club Notwithstanding the above – we had a number of highlights Little League games in season 2008/09 – a great launching during the season 2008-09 pad for season 2009/10 where we hope to widen this program to parents of Little League players. The continued growth of our newest club – The Gawler Rangers. Goodwill Inc, IBA Tokyo Boy’s and Baseball SA

It can be said that the hardest year of any new business is its visits Japan 2nd year of operation – congratulations to the Gawler Rangers as it continued its growth, providing the club with its inaugural premiership – Under 14 (2) Max Puckett League and Baseball SA medallist – Brad Torkington – recipient of the Alan Waldron Medal.

The continued development of club Little League

On the back of a number of major changes in season 2007/08 – smaller ball, regionalisation into a “North and South” club The continued terrific work our clubs and its volunteers competition - we continued to introduce modifications to provide allows us to stage high class events – The Goodwill assist with the development of players at the grass roots entry Series at the Woodville District Baseball Club has been held level – new pitcher for every new innings for the Minors and during December for each of the past thirteen years – and playing to a number of innings instead of a time. provides great preparation for our Youth State Teams – Bob Williams, the President of Goodwill International, has al- We had some 450 spectators attend game 1 of our Adelaide ready committed to returning for a fourteenth at the Wood- Little League Championships under lights at West Beach with ville District Baseball Club’s preferred dates. some 350 returning the next day to watch games 2 and 3 and witness the Adelaide Southern All-Stars again take out the The IBA Tokyo Boy’s have visited our shores for the past Championships over the Northern Adelaide All-Star Tornadoes. three years and its success lead to an invitation for Baseball SA to visit Japan.

Last August a team of 12 young South Australians aged 11 and 12 experienced the trip of a lifetime. With thanks to the team’s major sponsor The Scott Group of Companies – a travelling party of 32 (players, families and officials) spent seven days in the city of Sendai playing baseball and experi- encing Japanese culture – the players stayed with Japanese families, before returning to Tokyo and visiting Tokyo Disneyland. This invitation has been confirmed as a two yearly event, with our next tour to be in August 2010.

Training With The Pro’s Thanks to Ron Harvey for his continued support, his commitment and enthusiasm in his previous role of State Director of Coaching. A Baseball SA restructure means that Ron is now responsible for the training and accreditation of our youth coaches. The success of Ron’s Level 2 Coach Accreditation last year received rave reviews and a further Level 2 Course will be held this year. At the time of writing this report – a key member of the development department – Ben Arthur – has tended his resignation, moving to full time employment at Asthma SA.

Ben has given Baseball SA five plus years of service, initially in the Development Manager’s Role, and more recently in the Development Officer’s Role.

Ben’s professionalism, expertise and knowledge have been great asset to the baseball community, and he will be sorely With thanks to Major League Baseball (MLB), in particular Chris missed.

Meti, we staged two successful Training With The Pro’s (TWTP’s) I personally thank Ben for his full support during his time at clinics at Mount Gambier and the Glenelg Baseball Club in Baseball SA and he has left the sport in a far better position to conjunction with rounds of the Claxton Shield. move forward than when he started his time with us – con-

The Mount Gambier clinic attracted 52 participants and Glenelg gratulations Ben and we wish him all the best in his future 65 participants, a significant increase from our inaugural TWTP’s endeavourers. held 12 months previous. I would like to thank the staff and Board of Directors at

A big thank you to the SA, WA and Victorian Claxton Shield Baseball SA for their support of me and my role within coaches who made their players available for the clinics and the team – in particular our CEO Paul Begg for his guidance the volunteers of the Mount Gambier Baseball League and and experience. Glenelg Baseball Club for their support. Finally to the thousands of volunteers across this state who Thanks again to MLB with Chris Meti confirming TWTP’s will spend countless hours in the sport we all love – return to Adelaide this coming year. A quote from Cal Ripken, Jnr….

“Because of the economics of sport in today’s society, the pressure to win at the top levels has become enormous, and just like with almost everything else in our culture, that pressure starts to trickle down to the lower levels.

The win-at-all-costs mentality, especially at the youngest ages hinders the sport. Some of these players will grow up and transfer this type of approach to their children at even young- er ages. The game gets serious fast enough. There’s no reason to rush the process. If we handle the players correctly at the youngest levels, we’ll create lifelong baseball players, fans and coaches – that’s the key to cultivating this wonderful game.”

Cal Ripken, Jnr – Member of MLB’s All-Century Team

Baseball is a game, and the very nature of a game is fun. When it ceases to be fun we will lose participants.

Paul Chandler Development Manager

State Director of Coaching Report

Accountability is a word that marks the emergence of a new generation of baseball participants. Par- ents by paying to play are making an investment into their child’s skill development. This then places the onus on clubs and their coaches to teach the skills of baseball.

As clubs work to become more successful it would be to their advantage to invest in the teaching of skills. Coaching accreditation not only enhances the teaching component of coaching but ensures coaching credibility

“When the basic skills break down the ability to perform consistently diminishes”

If a coach knowingly puts a player into a situation that he knows the player cannot succeed in it is the coach who then must take the responsibility and be held accountable.

Golden Grove, Woodville and West Torrens are clubs that have embraced the accountability theme by making sure that all coaches in their respective clubs are accredited. The opportunity is there for all clubs to do the same.

Level 1 and 2 courses will be held in August and September 2009. Top coaches with international experience will deliver the very best of instruction. These courses are non threatening and above all enjoyable.

As the only developmental programmes to be held this year will be state programmes it is imperative that clubs set up their own off-season programmes, which will require up to date coaching expertise.

Ron Harvey State Director of Coaching.

21 SOUTH AUSTRALIAN SPORTS INSTITUTE. Baseball Program

Core Values/Principles

“Commitment to excellence, to time, to Baseball”.

OBJECTIVES FITNESS, STRENGTH & CONDITIONING PROGRAM

To provide the necessary program for SASI athletes to The goal of the fitness, strength and conditioning program is reach their maximum potential in the physical, psychologi- to educate, direct and assist junior developing athletes to cal, personal and technical. reach their full physical potential. The athletes are provided To provide SASI athletes and coaches with the maximum with individual strength training programs, which are based possible support in terms of sports science and research. upon their strength test results and any identified individual deficiencies, with the aim of achieving targeted and specific To provide the necessary support systems to maximise SASI outcomes. All programs contain a focus to improve the struc- athletes’ ability to perform at their highest level in competi- tural integrity of the athletes with particular focus and atten- tion and training. tion paid to shoulder, abdominal and gluteal stability/ strength/control. Athletes are also educated in the areas of Once again our main focus was to increase speed, arm strength, recovery and self-management techniques like contrast fundamentals and overall conditioning. Education in, drugs in recovery training, self-massage, stretching and injury preven- sport, time management, driver education, nutrition and sports tion type exercises. psychology. NATIONAL TEAM TARGETED PLAYERS The athletes worked three days a week indoor (hitting and The following players have been targeted for National Team pens), outdoor (fielding and defensive work), plus in the gym selection in 2007-2008: under the supervision of the Head Coach, gym staff and Junior Team – Chris Doyle, Dylan Child, Angus Roeger, Brodie Strength and Conditioning Co-ordinater Michael Riggs. Wyatt, Wilson Lee and Daniel Lee Tier 1 athletes had an extra lifting session Monday mornings. Senior Team –Adrian Burnside, Dushan Ruzic, Tom Brice,

Paul Mildren and Stefan Welch. SASI also offers its facilities and back up support to the profes- sionals when they are back in Australia. This helps them to pre- FINAL TEAM SELECTION pare for any National representation and their next professional season. AAA Under 19 World Championships in Canada finishing 4th. Chris Doyle and Angus Roeger For further information on our program, please checkout the World Baseball Classic Team (SENIOR) SASI baseball home page. Paul Mildren and Stefan Welch http://www.recsport.sa.gov.au/sasi/baseball.html MAJOR LEAGUE BASEBALL AUSTRALIAN ACADEMY PROGRAM

To commence in June athletes throughout Australia have been offered scholarships for this 8-week program. Live in tutors and teachers will be available to continue the athletes’ schooling while in camp.

Following the 2008 Nationals the following players were offered scholarships to the Academy. Chris Doyle, Dylan Child, Angus Roeger, Daniel Lee, Brodie Wyatt, Jackson Lodge and Wilson Lee

Stefan Welch Following the 2009 Nationals the follow players were offered scholarships to the Academy. Tom Brice & Chris Doyle, Patrick Burns, Dylan Child, Ben Lodge, Daniel Lee, Ben Wigmore Wilson Lee, Tom Teague, Jackson Lodge, Jarryd Klemm, Jack- son Brebner-Russ and Mitchell Fienemann as a mature athlete. Paul Mildren 22

SMARTPLAY GOODWILL SERIES

PROFESSIONAL SIGNING In December the Goodwill Series was held at the Woodville District Baseball Club against the Goodwill Baseball Academy Mitchell Fienemann signed a professional contract with the who are affiliated with some Major League organisations. Pittsburgh Pirates this year after a year of rehabilitation With the world wide financial situation as it is only 2 teams after surgery on his shoulder. Mitch’s hard work and deter- came over this year to play our under 16 and under 18 teams. mination along with a strict throwing program and under the guidance of the SASI Strength and conditioning coach Just like to acknowledge the Woodville Baseball Club for con- Michael Riggs has him back, stronger than before and an tinually doing a great job in areas such as behind the bar, at increase in velocity. the canteen and the up keep of the ground. The ground looks immaculate and is like carpet to play on. I would also like to thank all the host families for opening their homes to the international athletes. Always a great tournament and lead up for the Nationals in January 2009.

SATELLITE PROGRAM – MOUNT GAMBIER

SASI/SABL satellite program in Mt Gambier, three-month off- season programs giving the country athletes extra work locally and giving some relief from travelling to Adelaide. This program has been very beneficial to the athletes in the South East with 4 athletes being selected into State teams this year, 3 in the under 14’s and 1 in the under 16’s, along with two country COLLEGE ATHLETES athletes being selected to the SA Schoolboys Team.

SASI athletes who attended College in the US. Tyrone Hambly – Oklahoma State University. Senior Warwick Marks Scott Gladstone – University of Tennessee Martin. Senior S.A.S.I. Head Baseball Coach Tim Day – Central Arizona CC Josh Golotta – Clarendon CC Josh Tols – John Wood CC

SASI ATHLETE OF THE YEAR

Chris Doyle was named the SASI athlete of the year for his outstanding achievements throughout the year, which Included:

REPRESENTED SOUTH AUSTRALIA IN THE UNDER 18 NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIPS PERTH 2008 – FINISHING 4TH

SOUTH AUSTRALIAN TEAM FOR THE AUSTRALIA SCHOOLBOYS NATIONIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP LISMORE – FINISHING 3RD

AUSTRALIAN ACADEMY SELECTION (8 WEEK PROGRAM) GOLD COAST 2008 Chris Doyle

AUSTRALIAN AAA UNDER 19 TEAM WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP CANADA 2008 – FINISHING 4TH

S.A. CLAXTON SHIELD SQUAD 2008-9

Youth Operations Report

The Baseball SA Youth season for 2008/2009 commenced It was again an excellent lead up preparation for our State with the winter off season Development programmes. teams. Thank you to all who assisted and supported including Thank you again to Paul Chandler and Ron Harvey for their the Woodville Baseball Club, Baseball SA Administration, hard work and efforts in implementing these programmes. Umpires, Scorers and, lastly, the players and parents - The SASI Baseball Scholarship programme was run once especially those who took in a player from the USA as a billet again in the off season for our elite players by Head Coach, into their home. Well done! and Thank you. Warwick Marks who will report on this separately in this Our Development Manager, Paul Chandler, did a superb job Annual Report. in getting Little League going for the second season. His dedication again came to the fore, in addition to his other The youth year commenced in July with a representative numerous duties. twelve and under team travelling to Japan with parents and coaches for a ‘Kenko Ball Series’ in and around Iwanuma Our Summer Season again commenced in October with the near Sendai. The trip was a huge eye opener for all and a home and away fixtures. Programming again caused issues great success. with the late acceptance and withdrawal of teams in different age groups together with disparities in ability. The games were excellent, our team learnt a lot and the discipline of the Japanese teams and coaches was fantastic Some twilight games were again required to ensure a reason- to witness. Our relationship with the IBA Boys continues to able number of games were played. Issues in all these areas grow for the mutual benefit of both countries and baseball. were again raised and tabled through the Operations and Future visits are being planned. Youth committees who continue to work towards the best possible solutions for the improvement of the game and The Winter Development Programmes again flowed into the programming. State Team’s tryout and selection processes. It was again painfully obvious that the fundamentals are still having to The Youth Club Delegates’ input and feedback in many areas be taught by the State Coaching panels as they are not be- before and during the season was invaluable and positive. ing sufficiently taught at Club level. Bob and I, again, most sincerely thank all Club Delegates for their attendance, input and support outside committee Not enough time is being spent by Club Coaches teaching meetings. A great bunch of baseball orientated people who the basics. The league will endeavour to provide basic drills are complementing their Operations Delegates in improving to be taught at each Club practise. This will go along way the game and putting forward positive ideas and suggestion. to improving our baseball skills and provide more time for Coaches at the next level to teach the skills needed for We would like to congratulate all teams and Medal winners South Australia to be more competitive at all levels. for 2008/2009 season and hoped they enjoyed the season and had fun. They were all presented at the Junior Capps Eventually the State teams were selected and after Medal Presentation held for the first time at the Woodville competing in the Goodwill Series, they left to compete in Town Hall. It was another great night that will continue to the National Championships. Unfortunately our perfor- grow and improve as a baseball showcase. Another Well mances were only average and when it came to the crunch Done! to Paul Chandler and Baseball SA staff, a great night we ran out of ‘petrol’. and presentation. Debriefing sessions were held for all teams which resulted We, again, sincerely thank President Kevin Jennings, our fel- In excellent and honest feedback together with some low Directors, CEO Paul Begg, and all Baseball SA Staff for excellent plans for the future. Thank you to all players, their input, work and support during the season. We could coaches, administration staff, parents and friends for not do without their fantastic hard work and efforts. Lastly, their efforts and support of all representative teams this thank you to the many volunteers who put in their free time. past season. The Goodwill Series was again held in Adelaide over the Baseball in this State continues to move forward with a Home Christmas period with teams visiting from the USA. Num- Ground facility still on the distant horizon and the announce- bers were reduced due to the impact of the financial crisis, ment of a new National League still pending. Numbers have but the teams that attended and participated had a great increased thanks to the work being put in by all. Keep up the time. good work. It’s a great game!

Baseball in South Australia will continue to pull together and

work hard to achieve the best results for the game now and

in the future and we look forward to your support.

Jim Wilton & Bob Neiswander 24

NEED CLUB PHOTOS Then be sure to contact: Mark Snelgrove Mobile: 0409 282 094 Email: [email protected]

25 DIVISION ONE PREMIERS

HISTORY CONTINUES

By Robert Laidlaw

Minor premier Goodwood Indians and reigning premier It is the first time the Magpies have won consecutive flags Port Adelaide Magpies clashed in the 2009 Baseball SA since winning six on the trot from 1968, and only their third division one grand final, with a taste of history surrounding premiership since that run. the series. Game one was a pitching duel between the Indians’ Jeff Du- The two baseball giants had previously played off in four da and Port’s Ryan Murphy for seven frames, until a five run premiership deciders, including one of the best games of push in the eighth dig broke the game open, Josh baseball played on South Australian soil, in 1972. Cakebread’s two-run round-tripper the highlight. Another Two Capps Medal winners, one from each side, were the five runs in the top of the ninth, featuring home runs from protagonists of a historic battle, which took19 innings to Luke Rackebrandt and Stefan Lollar blew the scoreline out to complete on a Wednesday night at Norwood Oval. 13-3. Goodwood stalwart Darren Fidge was on the hill in Pitching great Neil Page was on the mound for the Indians game two, and was matched against Magpie ace Dushan at the start of the game and lasted through to the exciting Ruzic. concluding stages, when in the 19th inning, Port’s Kevin After a scoreless first frame, Port managed a single tally in Greatrex cleared the fences with a man on to gift the the top of the second inning, with the Indians answering championship to the Magpies, 4-2. with three runs, doubles from Brendan Pett and Ryan A year earlier, in 1971, Port beat the Indians 3-2 in the Muggelton the big blows, but the Magpies did not wait long grand final and in 1958 the Magpies won their first division to make their mark on the game, scoring four times in the one premiership with an 8-7 triumph over Goodwood. third dig, two-run doubles from Ben Foreman and Mark It took a long time for the Indians to gain a measure of Greutner doing the damage. Rackebrandt hit a two-run revenge but in 2006 they managed to beat their historic home run in the fifth frame, which was the only other scor- foes in a three-game grand final series, winning the decider ing the rest of the way, as Port claimed the victory 7-3, to 17-10 after the scores were locked at 8-8. Even last win the 2009 premiership. season the teams featured in the major round, with the Both pitchers went the distance, Ruzic giving up six hits for Magpies winning the preliminary final against Goodwood one walk and nine strikeouts, while Fidge surrendered eight on the way to premiership success. hits and two walks for eight K2s.

The season’s clashes between the teams resulted in a 2-1 RESULTS: edge to Goodwood, the Indians winning the first encounter Port Adelaide 0 0 1 0 2 0 0 5 5 – 13 5-4 in November, and then in a double-header in February Goodwood 0 0 2 0 0 0 1 0 0 – 3 the Magpies won 14-0 followed by a 7-5 Goodwood victory. Hits: Port – Cakebread 3 (hr), Langman 2, Rackebrandt 2 (hr), Lol-

lar 2 (hr), Murphy, Foreman, Webster; BACK-TO-BACK FOR MAGPIES Goodwood – Galpin 2, O’Connor 2, B. Wigmore 2,

Dunn, Fidge, Pett, Baldock, J. Wigmore. Port Adelaide beat Goodwood in two consecutive games in WP: R. Murphy; LP: J. Duda. the BaseballSA grand final series, to win back-to-back premierships. Port Adelaide 0 1 4 0 2 0 0 0 0 – 7 Both games were tight before the Magpies pulled away to win Goodwood 0 3 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 – 3 13-3 in the first contest – after scores were locked together at Hits: 3-3 in the seventh inning – and 7-3 in the second game – after Port – C. Sims 2, Murphy 2, Foreman 2, Rackebrandt (hr), falling behind early. Greutner; Goodwood – Pett 2, Galpin, O’Connor, Muggleton, J. Wigmore. WP: D. Ruzic; LP: D. Fidge.

Series MVP: Ryan Murphy. 26

THREE IN A ROW NOW THE GOAL

After two years in the local competition with Port, Murphy is Winning back-to-back BaseballSA division one premierships expected back next season, although he is heading for Holland has given Port Adelaide coach Mark Born an opportunity to in the break. equal his playing milestone of three in a row with Kensington “Ryan’s effort on the mound to hold Goodwood to just three in the mid-80s. runs was exceptional, while he is strong offensively and de- “To win a premiership as a player is good but to be in control served the MVP honour,” Born said. of a team throughout the season when you win a flag is more “Through the season we used him sparingly as a pitcher but satisfying,” Born said. increased his workload for the finals, where he won both “The team at Kensington was a great side but at the moment starts and made his presence felt at the plate.” Port Adelaide is the best team in the state and with the jun- Note: Born only coached the Magpies in this season’s premier- iors we have coming through, we are potential finals contend- ship success, as Mark Greutner led the club in 2007/08. ers for five or six years.”

While there is plenty of local talent making up the premiers’ By Robert Laidlaw line-up, it was Canadian Ryan Murphy who won MVP honours in the grand final, pitching the Magpies to victory on Saturday and doing the job with the glove at third base and the bat on Sunday.

Capps Medallion Dinner AAMI Stadium

Wednesday 25th March 2009

VOLUNTEERS OF THE YEAR Max Puckett Memorial Mike Green and David Williams Trophy Winner Chris Doyle

DIVISION SIX WINNER Geoff Jamieson DIVISION SEVEN WINNER DIVISION FIVE WINNER Andrew Fensom Kieran Cassidy

DIVISION THREE WINNER Kane Galloway

DIVISION FOUR WINNER 28 DIVISION TWO WINNER Joe Krajina Brett Colquhoun 2009 ALL STAR TEAM

BACK ROW Darren Roberts, Michael Forbes, Sam Tibbits, Darren Fidge, Drew Miller, Ben Wigmore & Patrick Arlis. SEATED Andrew Bell, Andrew Scott, Steve O'Connor, Jeff Duda, Nick Talbot, & Neil Poulton

PITCHERS: Darren Fidge Jeff Duda Steve O’Connor

CATCHER: Patrick Arlis 1ST BASE: Ben Wigmore 2ND BASE: Andrew Scott 3RD BASE: Peter Golotta SHORT STOP: Javier Brown LEFT FIELD: Nick Talbot CENTRE FIELD: Drew Miller RIGHT FIELD: Michael Forbes DH: Sam Tibbits COACH: Darren Roberts Andrew Bell UMPIRES: Neil Poulton

29 LEVIN HAS SEASON CAPPED Story by Robert Laidlaw

East Torrens’ Tyler Levin was crowned the 2008/09 BaseballSA Capps Medallist, when he polled 30 votes to outlast Goodwood team-mates Ben Wigmore (26) and Darren Fidge (24). The right handed pitcher is the first East Torrens player to win the medal since Fred Catt in 1940. This past season was Levin’s first in Australia, after previously playing for the Central Washington

University in the USA, where he is in the top 10 list of all time records for innings pitched, games started and wins. Levin pitched 101.1 innings for the Redsox this sea- Kevin Jennings congratulates Tyler Levin on his Capps Medal. son, collecting 120 strikeouts with an earned run average of just 1.63, while keeping opposition hitters to a meagre .196 average.

CAPPS MEDAL - FINAL VOTES - 2008/09

1st Tyler Levin East Torrens 30 2nd Ben Wigmore Goodwood 26 3rd Darren Fidge Goodwood 24 3rd Patrick Arlis Northern Districts 24 3rd Michael Forbes West Torrens 24 3rd Todd Langman Port Adelaide 24 4th Ryan Murphy Port Adelaide 23

OHLSTROM SENIOR SHIELD Champion Senior Club of the Yea WEST TORRENS

SABL JUNIOR SHIELD Champion Junior Club of the Year WEST TORRENS

Daryl Spencer presented with the SABL Junior Shield by Kevin Jennings 30 2009 AWARDS

DIVISION 2 - RON SHARPE MEDAL: GORDON ROSS MEMORIAL TROPHIES: Brett Colquhoun Henley & Grange 16 Golden Glove Out- fielder of the Year William Villacorta Northern Districts 14 Drew Miller Northern Districts Jakub Vojak East Torrens 13 Golden Glove Infielder of the Year Gary Eldridge Glenelg 13 Cameron Langley Glenelg Stefan Lollar Port Adelaide 13

BASEBALL SA BATTING AWARDS: DIVISION 3 - GEORGE CHAPMAN MEDAL: Top Three Batting Averages for Division One Kane Galloway East Torrens 22 1st - Ben Wigmore Goodwood .462 Shane Brown Woodville 21 2nd - Michael Forbes West Torrens .450 Jonathon Munro Kensington 16 3rd - Drew Miller Northern Districts .444

Top Three Runs Batted in for Division DIVISION 4 - MAX GALLOWAY MEDAL:

1st - Michael Forbes West Torrens 42 Joe Krajina Glenelg 23 2nd - Ben Wigmore Goodwood 40 Dominic Hodges Henley & Grange 22 3rd - Patrick Arlis Northern Districts 33 Brenton Short Southern Districts 18

BASEBALL SA PITCHING AWARDS: DIVISION 5 - GRAHAM FISHER MEDAL:

Top Three Pitching Earned Runs Average for Division Craig Doyle Goodwood 21 One Takeshi Yoshifuku Flinders University 17 1st - Jeff Duda Goodwood 1.46 Phil Lounder East Torrens 17 2nd - Tyler Levin East Torrens 1.63 Barry Cuming Goodwood 16 3rd - Jay Ziersch Glenelg 1.64

DIVISION 6 - JOHN TYSON MEDAL: BOB FINN MEMORIAL AWARD : - MVP Claxton Shield

Kieran Cassidy Adelaide 21 Darren Fidge Goodwood Geoff Jamieson West Torrens 21

Stuart Yorston Woodville 20 MOST IMPROVED UMPIRE: David Mitchell Glenelg 17

John Tretola DIVISION 7 -

PAUL BEGG - UMPIRE OF THE YEAR AWARD: Andrew Fensom Glenelg 21

Mick Bell Snr. Northern Districts 20 Andrew Bell David Wilson Northern Districts 18

SASI - MAX PUCKETT MEMORIAL AWARD: Outstanding Scholarship Holder-

Chris Doyle Woodville

CLUB VOLUNTEER OF THE YEAR:

Michael Green and David Williams Glenelg

ROOKIE OF THE YEAR AWARD:

Brady Green Southern Districts

31 2009 Junior Medal Presentation

LEAGUE MEDAL WINNER CLUB

Under 18 Don Rice League Claude Pearce Medal Daniel Barry East Torrens Payneham Greg Mosel Glenelg Under 16/1 Greg Elkson Len C Poole Medal Dylan Chuck West Torrens League Under 16/2 Dave Mundy Len C Poole Medal Henry Cann Goodwood League Connor Major Glenelg Jay Marshall Northern Districts Under 14/1 Kevin Greatrex Don Carter Medal Joshua Frick Adelaide League Under 14/2 Max Puckett Alan Waldron Medal Brad Torkington Gawler League Little League Major North Ron Macbeth Medal Kane Blades Golden Grove Central Districts Little League Major South Ron Macbeth Medal Mitchell Duval West Torrens Little League Minor North Ron & Jill Chandler Medal Jack Partington Golden Grove Central Districts Little League Minor South Ron & Jill Chandler Medal Mathew Amberg Sturt Under 18 State Team Most Valuable Player Kyal Williams West Torrens Under 16 State Team Most Valuable Player Jarryd Klemm East Torrens Payneham Under 14 State Team Most Valuable Player Matthew Parslow Kensington Under 14 State Team-2008 Most Valuable Player Matthew Macbeth Sturt Most Consistent Player Don Klaebe Medal Ben Lodge Woodville Sports In Action Ben Short Southern Districts The Brewers Masters Inc Ben Short Southern Districts Harvey/Kobayashi Coaching Clive Fiebig West Torrens Award MVP WINNERS

2007/08 2008/09 2008/09 2008/09 Under 14 Under 14 Under 16 Under 18 Matthew MacBeth Matthew Parslow Jarryd Klemm Kyal Williams

Ben Lodge Clive Fiebig Ben Short Most Consistent Player Harvey/KobayashiCoaching Sports in Action and Awarded the Don Klaebe Medal Award The Brewers Masters Inc Award Presented by: Elva Verrall Presented by Ron Harvey Presented by Kevin Shepherdson Don Carter Medal Ron & Jill Chandler Medal Ron & Jill Chandler Medal Under 14/1 Little League Minor North Little League Minor South Joshua Frick Jack Partington Mathew Amberg

Ron MacBeth Medal Ron MacBeth Medal Alan Waldron Medal Little League Major North Little League Major South Under 14/2 Kane Blades Mitchell Duval Brad Torkington

Daniel Barry

Claude Pearce Medal Presented by Paul Begg 2 way tie for 1st Place

Greg Mosel

Len C Poole Medal U16/1 Dylan Chuck

Len C Poole Medal Presented by Andrew Bell Under 16/2 3 way tie for 1st Place

Jay Marshall Connor Major Henry Cann

33 Baseball SA History. First of I would like to thank Doug White for his huge effort in getting the Adelaide Baseball clubs history together and producing a great book. Along the way, a long eight years he has been on the look out for baseball history in general and has found lots of information and articles. I am still trying to get Division One premiership photos from clubs plus any other ones of interest, so when ever you have an event on please help us keep our baseball history alive by displaying some leaflets to help publicise our need to collect our history. I can provide them. Adelaide Masters Metro League: The Monday night competition did not get up this season unfortunately due to a lack of teams. How can we get this going? Please give me your thoughts. National Masters: The 2nd Australasian Masters Games will be held again in Adelaide during October 2011, I am hoping the Glenelg Baseball Club will be the main host for the series with other grounds close at hand. The 12th Australi- an Masters Games in Geelong happened in March and baseball did not get a berth due to a lack of teams. The reason as you can see, it was held at the wrong time of the year. The SABL Baseball Hall of Fame We are still chasing up information on people who we think should be in the Hall of Fame. It will take time. Baseball SA Museum. Each year South Australia has a history week, we have not made it yet but I am optimistic we will. We can then show of a host of items but I will need some help with how to do this plus with how to present our memorabilia. If you have any display equipment you do not want think of us. Team photos.

Please take team photos each season, that is at club and state level. State EO’s please remember this and give one to the SABL. For the first time in years I received a team photo of the Claxton Shield team.

Check out the following sites.

The History Trust of South Australia. - http://www.history.sa.gov.au/history/adelaide.htm The USA Hall of Fame. - http://www.baseballhalloffame.org

Artlab's - http://www.artlabaustralia.com.au

Albox. - http://www.albox.com.au

Gordan Penhall Masters/Memorabilia Director

1973 he oversaw the transformation of the Parry Field into Australia’s first International Standard Baseball facility now known as the Belmont Baseball Stadium.

At the National level, Kingsley became a Director of the Australian Baseball Federation (formerly the Australian Baseball Council) from 1970 – 1973 and became President of the Australian Baseball Federa- tion from 1985 – 1986. He also held the post of Vice- President from 1989 – 1994. Kingsley Wellington Kingsley Rex Wellington also known as “The King” A short history of a great baseball epitomises the commitment, dedication and the history of Australian Baseball. icon. Kingsley Rex Wellington also known as “The King” In consideration of his outstanding contribution to became a legend in Australian Baseball within his own Australian baseball, the Board of Australian Baseball lifetime. With over 40 years experience as Player, Coach Federation conferred upon Kingsley Rex Wellington and Administration he epitomised the true flavour and its highest award, namely Life Membership in strength of Australian Baseball. September 1993.

Kingsley was born in 1930 in Adelaide and at an early age showed an aptitude for baseball. He embarked on a playing career which spanned many decades and culminated in him playing in South Australia representative teams from 1957 – 1974 on eighteen separate occasions. On six of those occasions he was a player, and on twelve occasions he represented South Australia as a coach.

He participated in six Chrysler Cup series, twice asa player and four times as a coach, winning all six series.

In addition, he was a member of ten victorious South Australian Claxton Shield Teams which is record unsurpassed to this present day.

He was a member of the Australian National Team on seven occasions.

He was a Head Coach of the Australian National Team from 1968 – 1972. As an Administrator he served for 15 years as Council member of the South Australian Baseball League and rose to become its Chairman from 1968 – 1971, Vice President in 1972 and President of the South Aus- tralian Baseball League from 1973 – 1978. Kingsley became the inaugural General Manager of the Adelaide Giants in 1989 and under his leadership, night baseball was first introduced into Aus- tralia at Norwood Oval. When he moved to Perth, Kingsley became actively involved in Western Australian baseball and as Chairman of the Parry Field Committee from 1970 –

35 BACK ROW: - Ron Harvey (Coach), Brian Cakebread (Asst Coach), David Hilterbrand (EO), Justin Roe, Darren Fidge, Mitchell Fienemann, Chris Lawson, Stefan Welch, Craig Watts, Dan Wilson, Dave Watkins (Medical Officer), Peter Wyatt ( Asst Coach), Jeff Downs (Asst Coach), Kevin Jennings (President ) and Paul Begg (CEO) FRONT ROW: - Todd Langman, Jeremy Cresswell, Nick Talbot, Angus Roeger, Jay Ziersch, Ben Wigmore, Michael Ewart, Brendan Pett, Jared Kempf, Josh Cakebread, Brodie Wyatt, Tom Fiebig, and Phil Brassington.

2008 – 2009 Claxton Shield Report

The “Heritage Claxton Shield” competition for 2008 – 2009 was of special significance as it celebrated the 75th anniversary of the Claxton Shield competition.

The season began with a “Showcase Round” in Sydney where South Australia played a round robin format against all other participating state teams. At the completion of this series South Australia had a 0-4 win loss record with close games against Queensland and New South Wales. We were outclassed in the other games against Victoria and the eventual winners Western Australia.

The format then had the Claxton Shield team playing home games against Victoria in Mount Gambier and Western Australia at the Glenelg Baseball Club. Away games were played in Queensland and Sydney.

The beginning of the year was very positive with a solid preseason followed by an inspirational launch attended by members of the last successful Claxton Shield team. Each member of that team was invited to speak to the group about their success and what they had to do to be winners. There were high expectations but late changes in the coaching staff and the decision of some senior players to make themselves unavailable for a variety of reasons took away much of the momentum.

Although we were only able to win one game for the season we were competitive in all series and with greater depth of pitching could have won most series. It was our inability to close out most games when in a winning position that cost us greater success. The one win was against the eventual title- holder Western Australia.

Work, family and college commitments saw nine members of the previous year’s team unavailable. We were able to Darren Fidge had a memorable season where he showed in- introduce a large number of rookies. These young players spirational leadership and combined pitching and were able to bring youthful enthusiasm to the club and the playing in a regular position. Dan Wilson was able to balance experience they gained will provide a very solid foundation his workload as a doctor with playing and he was often the on which to build. person who ignited things.

Realistically we were always going to find it tough as we My disappointment is for the players as they did not get just were up against rosters that had a full compliment of pro- reward for their efforts. fessional players. We are in effect paying the price for some lean years in our youth teams that saw our numbers I wish to thank David Hilterbrand, David Watkins, Jeff Downs signing professional contracts and gaining Australian Acad- and Brian Cakebread for their support and effort and take this emy selection. This has been the pathway afforded to opportunity to express my thanks to the Board of Baseball SA many players from interstate and it is these players that for giving me the opportunity to coach the South Australian are the backbone and strength. These players work year Claxton Shield team. round on strength, skills and game sense. This is about to change as we have a terrific group of Ron Harvey young players about to graduate out of junior ranks and Head Coach burst onto the Claxton Shield stage.

Overall we were able to get one hand on the silverware but couldn’t get the job done.

Phil Brassington

Josh Cakebread .

To celebrate the 75th, or ‘Diamond’ Anniversary of the Claxton Shield, the Australian Baseball Federation have selected and announced the Claxton Shield ‘Diamond All-Star Team’. The process of selecting the South Australian Team was undoubtedly a contentious one. Opinions were varied; heated debate took place; disagreements were inevitable; and ultimately, regardless of the makeup of the team, not everyone was happy – but in essence the team announced had appeal to the baseball fraternity.

Due to varying participation levels by individual states during the history of Claxton Shield, certain selection criteria was left open to interpretation, however the following criteria were mandatory for all nominees;

1. The Nominees must have played in at least one (1) Claxton Shield competition between 1934-2008. This includes all ABL competition between 1990-1999 where the Claxton Shield continued to be awarded to the ABL Champions each year.

2. States nominated their teams in the following format based on nominees they feel were their ‘best’ Claxton Shield representatives at the given positions;

• Ten (10) position players - maximum of one (1) player per position, plus one (1) Designated hitter and one (1) utility. • Eight (8) pitchers • One (1) Manager • Three (3) Assistant Coaches The final squad consists of a maximum 22 nominees (18 players and 4 coaches)

75th South Australian Claxton Shield Diamond All-Star Team Nominated Position Player Name Dates –Participation Catcher Phil Brideoake 1937 – 1951 (8 years) First base Kevin Greatrex 19 Series 1963-1983 Second base David Mundy 17 Series 1965-1981 Third Base Adrian Pearce 10 Series 1963-1977 Short Stop David Roberts (Dave) 14 Series 1949-1962 Left Field Mark Peters 8 Series 1975-1983 Centre Field Mal McLachlan 10 series 1966-1981 Right Field Norman White (Chalky) 10 Series 1947-1956 Utility Phil Alexander 12 Series 1967-1983 Designated Hitter Andrew Scott ABL 1990-1999 SA Bite 2000 Pitcher Peter Box 7 Series 1953-1959 Pitcher Jim Cocks* 6 Series 1957-62 Pitcher Greg Elkson 5 Series 1979-1983 Pitcher Darren Fidge ABL 1993-1999 SA Bite 2000 3 Claxton Shield Series Pitcher Don Masters 12 Series 1966-1979 Pitcher Neil Page 8 Series 1964-1974 Pitcher Don Rice 6 Series 1962-1967 Pitcher Ron Sharpe 18 Series 1921-1946 Assistant Coach Tony Harris 7 Series 1982-1989 Adelaide Giants 1989-1993 Assistant Coach Ron Harvey 3 Series 1987/88, 1988/89 and 2009 ABL Coach Adelaide Giants 1990 Assistant Coach Tom Gad 2 Series 1984-1985 Head Coach Kingsley Wellington 18 Series 1957-1974

38 75th South Australian Claxton Shield Diamond All-Star Team

Kingsley Wellington

Kevin Greatrex Dave Mundy

Dave Roberts

Ron Sharpe Andrew Scott

Todd Alexander accepted on behalf of his father Phil Alexander

39 Ron Harvey, receiving congratulations from Alan Waldron LITTLE LEAGUE REPORT

Adelaide Southern All Stars Little League 2009 The Southern All Stars had won their way into a semi final showdown with an imposing Hornsby. The Adelaide Southern All Stars Little League Baseball team This match was notable for its tight pitching and magnifi- won the right to represent South Australia at the National cent fielding in support of the pitchers, two spectacular Little League Championships on the Gold Coast by defeating catches, a double play, and some heads up fielders’ the Northern Tornadoes in a three game series held at Soft- choices kept our opponents under pressure whilst they ball SA’s West Beach Headquarters on Friday February 13 were at the plate. This is what all the hard work had and Saturday February 14, 2009. been for.

Game 1 was held on the Friday evening with the final score Saturday 6 June: Semi Final Day placed us on to the main South 12 North 2 achieved in 4 innings. Game 2 was by far Diamond for the opportunity to play for a spot in the the best contest with South eventually prevailing over North Grand Final. Our opponents were the highly fancied in 6 innings by a score of 6 to 3. This result secured the right Hornsby, whose 36 run demolition of Canberra on Day 1 to go to the Gold Coast, but in the interests of both teams, was intimidating. Nerves were evident early on as our Game 3 was played out with South prevailing by a margin of opponents skipped out to a 3 run lead and shoulders 11 to 0 in 5 innings. were starting to sag a little. However, we regained con- Trainings were then held at Seaton High School on Wednes- trol on the mound, and eventually started to control the days and Saturdays through till the end of April, and in the tempo of the match. The top of the fourth saw us break month leading up to the Tournament, Mondays were added, the game open by tying the score and our confidence and the Saturday venue shifted to Glenelg. Over the Anzac was soaring. The fifth inning concluded with no addition Day weekend, the team and their families travelled to Mt to the score, but the sixth and final inning saw both Gambier for some match practice against the SA Country teams make their final charge. The Southern All Stars hit Little League representative team. Again, we were able to the lead at the top of the inning with a triple and three play a Friday night game under lights and a Saturday match, consecutive singles racking up a two run lead. Now, and although the weather inhibited the amount of work we could they hold this line up? The first batter hit a first were able to do, getting in some valuable match practice was pitch single to centre field, the second batter takes a the main aim and we were able to do that. base on balls and all of sudden the winning run is at the plate!! The pressure was incredible. The team eventually gathered at Adelaide Airport on Wednesday 3 June for our trip to the Gold Coast. Upon our The coaching staff started to ring the changes on the arrival at a damp Coolangatta Airport, we headed to the Surf- mound as our starter used up his allocated pitches. The er’s Paradise Baseball Club for a familiarisation visit where reliever came on and the third batter popped up to 1st. Luke Prokopec, former Los Angeles Dodgers and Toronto The fourth batter went down swinging, two out, runners Blue Jays Pitcher and current Queensland Baseball Academy at first and second, the winning run at the plate, does it Coach conducted a clinic for the players. get any more tense? YES, we walked the next two Thursday 4 June: Game Day arrived and the Adelaide South- batters, to score the lead off single and load the bases ern All Stars burst out of the blocks with a 26 run demolition with the score now 5 to 4 our way. A final pitching of WA Country. Game 2 against Newcastle was close early, change, a final roll of the dice, some positional moves th but again the All Star bats exploded to blow the match open and after a ball and a called strike, the 7 batter of the and record a 10 run victory. So at the end of Day 1, the innings lines the ball to third base who bobbles the ball, Southern All Stars were top of their pool meaning that we the runner from third goes home, but third base recov- earned the next morning off, whilst the second and third ers the ball, underarms it to second base where, the placed teams battled it out to face us in the afternoon bang bang play leaves us holding the ball and the runner quarter final. Importantly, it also saved us some pitching from first is out on the force and the Southern All Stars strength for that match and allowed us to plan for the final are IN to the Grand Final. What a moment! What a two matches that would hopefully be a semi-final and a felling of absolute relief, joy and despair all at the same Grand Final. moment as the dream ends for our worthy opponents, but goes on for this gutsy, well-drilled outfit from Ade- Friday 5 June: Quarter Final Day saw the Brisbane Metro laide, South Australia. team win their morning game and a crack at us in the quarter final. What ensued was an absorbing tense 6 inning pitching duel that saw us claw a run off an RBI triple at the bottom of the fourth and back it up with another run in the fifth. We then had to hold their big bats, and when the final out watched the third strike cross the plate. 40

After the initial disappointment subsided, the boys and Sunday 7 June:Grand Final Day. the parents celebrated what had been a fantastic jour- The omens were interesting on the morning of the Day ney. For the second year in succession the Adelaide for which we had waited for over 6 months, training, South team had made the Grand Final of a National dreaming and scheming. Bright sunshine, warm breezes carnival, and the boys privileged to represent their state and a game of baseball, what more could you wish for? A did so with distinction and earned the right to play in raging storm hit the Gold Coast at about 11 am flattening the Grand Final with some magnificent performances trees, and deluging centimetres of rain in a 30-minute tor- along the way. rent. Would we even be able to play the game? What hap- The coaching staff had done a magnificent job prepar- pens then? Reassurance from our host club, and incredible ing the team for the rigours of tournament baseball, commitment from the volunteers, plus the return of the they were wonderful with the players and knowledgea- sunshine, meant that by 2 pm the Diamond, although soft, ble and enthusiastic about the game. was definitely playable. So, the scene was set for a showdown between the two undefeated teams at the tourna- The Adelaide Southern All Stars 2009 were: ment, the Adelaide Southern All Stars and the Waverley Burke Weber Head Coach Wildcats whose 10 to 3 semi final win over Perth Metro Kris McArdle Assistant Coach East had seen them make the Grand Final too. Robert Baker Pitching Coach The match started promisingly with a lead off single that Mark McGarry Executive Officer we converted into a run with some unselfish team batting that got the runner around. Unfortunately, from that point Henry Brennan (Sturt) on, things started to go badly awry for us. Our starting Sam Cavanagh (Sturt) pitcher valiantly tried to get the ball in the right areas, but Max Guehrer (Sturt) it just wasn’t working and the three runs conceded were Jayden Trembath (Sturt) the product of consecutive triples and a single before we Mitchell Duval (West Torrens) finally got the eighth batter as the third out. Still, we came Mason Pickard (West Torrens) back from three runs yesterday, so we can do it again. Connor Foley (West Torrens) Unfortunately, in spite of our optimism, our next inning Lucas Hunter (West Torrens) was an even worse result with 5 runs scoring on the back Sam McGarry (West Torrens) of a triple, a double, two singles, two bases on balls and a Josh Loechel-Baker (Woodville) fielding error. The wheels had fallen off. What turned out Troy Nicholson (Woodville) to be our final trip to the mound, we conceded a further 3 Matt Taylor (Adelaide) runs on more power hitting, before our final pitching Elliott Viles (Adelaide) change was able to quieten the bats. Unfortunately the damage had been done, and we were unable to respond Mark McGarry with runs of our own, so that the game was mercied in the Executive Officer middle of the fourth with the Waverley Wildcats deserv- edly claiming the crown as Australia’s Little League representatives at the Asia-Pacific Tournament with an 11-1 win.

41 UNDER 14 STATE TEAM REPORT

The 2009 U14 tournament was held in Lismore from The tournament is over 8 days, the first seven days is the 4th –11th January. After last years flooded out series a round robin and then day 8 is the finals day. The we were welcomed with warm humid weather for the finals are structured so that 1v2, 3v4 etc so during entire week and the diamonds were in magnificent con- the tournament you must win as many games as pos- dition. The selection process started back in early Au- sible to be playing off for a medal. gust with an elite squad training initially. An open try- We were disappointed in our results over the week out was then held in September and we added another and we finished the minor round in 6th spot having 8 guys to the squad – 4 from Mt Gambier which was beaten NSW 10-2 on the final minor round day. very pleasing to see. After much discussion and deci- We then played NSW for 5th spot but unfortunately sion making we selected a final team of 16 guys the boys could not repeat the previous day’s perfor- Nathan Meinck Mt Gambier/Glenelg mance. The final tournament standings were WA, VIC, VICP, Harrison Lightbody Sturt QLD, NSW, SA, CNSW, ACT

Jarrod Rollins East Torrens Looking back in summary of the tournament a couple Matthew Parslow Mt Gambier/Kensington of things stand out – 1) clutch hitting was poor. Our ability to drive in runs with runners in scoring position Matthew Scharenberg West Torrens let us down. We left 56 runners on base for the tour- Josh Conry GGCD nament. If we had managed to score half of these we might have been playing off for 1st or 2nd. 2) Our Jarred Nadge East Torrens pitchers ball / strike ratios. We threw far too many Ethan Haylock West Torrens walks and along with this wild pitches / pass balls. I put a lot of this down to experience and our guys James Snelgrove Sturt having not played enough quality baseball. Some- Nico Van der Linden West Torrens thing to work on.

Ben Short Southern Districts Some highlights for the week included our game 1 clash with QLD. This was the opening game of the Rhys Owen Woodville tournament and it is a game we should have won. It Josh Frick Adelaide was tied after 7 innings and we scored 2 runs in the 8th needing 3 outs to win it. Unfortunately QLD man- Simon Wark Kensington aged to score twice and had the winning run at 3rd Jordan Sturges Mt Gambier/Glenelg base. Quick thinking by the runner enabled him to steal home and the win from us. Jesse Toepfer Port Adelaide

Game 7 against NSW was the best game we played all tournament. Outstanding pitching and disciplined hitting enabled us to jump them and at one stage lead 8-0 eventually winning the game 10-2.

Our MVP for the tournament was Matt Parslow. Matt finished with a batting average of .500. He led all the tournament with nd 3 home runs and was 2 in the tournament with 12 RBI. Matt was always a threat when he came to the plate and he also played solid defence in the outfield. Special thanks must go to my assistant coaches Josh Frick & Jacob Branch. These guys were great support to myself and their knowledge and ideas were invaluable. Also a big thanks to our EO Mark Snelgrove. Mark made our life as coaches so much easier as he was well prepared and took care of everything needed. MVP Matt Parslow On a personal note, I thank the Directors of Baseball SA for As mentioned in the report, Matt had an outstanding tour- selecting myself to this head coaching role. Having previously nament with the bat. His attitude for the whole week was been involved with state U18 teams it was a great learning excellent and he was a spark for the whole team. experience to see where we are at the U14 level and also what we need to do to improve. Don Klaebe Medal Nomination Nico Van der Linden Darren Bromley Nico had a good tournament as our lead off hitter and HEAD COACH—Under 14 State Team played shortstop for the majority. His defence was probably the smoothest and best we saw from all the teams and this was highlighted by a horizontal diving catch against NSW. He was usually the first guy on the team kit bag and he was a consistent player for the whole week.

SIA Sports Images Most Improved Nomination

Ben Short

When we first saw Ben at tryouts he was a very raw catch-

er who had a weak arm but could hit and he was very vocal

when catching. This is the main reason we kept him in the

squad and then finally into the team. In the end Ben was our no.1 catcher and he ended up hitting .476.

Brewers Award Nomination Ben Short Ben has loads of potential. He is a listener and is willing to learn and take on board what he is told. He had a great tournament behind the plate and hit very well.

AWARDS

43 UNDER 16 STATE TEAM REPORT

The following report is on behalf of the coaching staff of the SABL Under 16 state squad that competed at the Australian Championships’ in Geelong. I will cover the results of the tournament but I feel the journey is as important for the development of young athletes both personally and as a collective group. Selected players were identified by the SABL to participate in a winter program to prepare for high performance baseball such as Australian Championships. Although their invitation to this program identified their potential it wasn’t a pre selection to the touring squad. The program under the professional guidance of Ron Harvey proved to be very successful as player’s improvement was evident in the championships. The SABL conducted a try out day to which all clubs were notified and players were invited to the day, as a result several players including a country player were successful. The second round was to play our best in form players to All players who attended the day were informed that they have a chance to make the major play off round. Going down could notify the SABL to participate in training sessions to to Victoria Provincial in a nail biter in game 1 was washed better their understanding of what is required to play at that away with a thumping win over the eventual championship level. Unfortunately only four players took up the offer. winner Victoria 22-4.

At last the third game was taken from us by the finalist NSW Training sessions were set in the guidelines that the SABL in a gallant effort by our team. As it then stood we finished required with the coaching staff plus the assistance of SASI, fourth with no chance to make the major round playoffs , club senior coaches , minor league players all contributing to with this in mind we made sure all players received equal assist the players prepare for tournament baseball. game time in the remaining games. I feel that these sessions were in line with what was needed to Over all it was pleasing to see the team’s success and individ- have all players have the necessary knowledge and skill to play uals willing to learn and as a coaching group we were very in several positions that is required in a long tournament. proud of all the players endeavour to succeed as collective The tournament results did not reflect how well these athletes group. performed over the two weeks due to a programme that To complete the report I would like to thank the following rewarded loss more than effort. In the first round we finished staff for their efforts over the journey. James Henty, Gary third, with all players qualifying within the rules of playing Wood, Steve Jacquier worked together extremely well and time, which in itself isn’t easy with a squad of 19. their endeavours to provide both on and off the field were

appreciated.

To our parental and supporter group I hope your sons

benefitted by the experience both on and off the field and

thankyou for the support you gave.

I would like to acknowledge all the business houses that sup

ported our fundraiser, this plus all the fundraising initiatives

assisted us to raise in excess of $15,000 dollars to which all

players received a minimum of $550.00 refund I am no doubt

sure that this was well received and would like to thank those

parents who personally acknowledge the efforts of those who

committed their time and resources.

Brett Ettridge

Head Coach

UNDER 18 STATE REPORT

This year we took a different approach to the team’s preparation by starting a selected group of athletes in July. Training once a week through July and August we initially worked on infield / outfield and other various fielding drills. Implemented in development programs was Jeff Kevan working with Ron Harvey and the SA Baseball Junior program and Ken Kobayasi and myself in the SASI program.

One open tryout was held in early September where 2 extra athletes were added to the original squad. September through October we started training twice a week with our midweek training session purely working on our defensive play’s, while weekend trainings were based on hitting and being accountable at the plate in different hitting situations. In addition to our training sessions we had the opportunity to play several practice games with East Torrens, the Claxton Shield squad and the State AA squad. The tournament started off with a tightly fought 5-0 loss against the home side. Some special highlights through the Three boys from the Northern Territory were also invited out first 7 games was an extra innings win against NSW with a to join the squad and show off their skills to the coaching staff. catch of the century type play by Jesse Duval to end the st The side was picked the 1 week of November and training game. A walk off home run by Kyal Williams against Victoria reduced to once a week due to most of the team having to get us into 2nd place after the completion of round robin school exams and end of year functions. games. At this stage other teams were taking notice on how

Training was ramped back up in December with 2 training ses- we were going about our business and sensed the SA boys sions a week in preparation for the Goodwill Series® which were scrappers and not to be taken lightly. was held after Christmas for the first time. The next round saw us beating ourselves up against WA, Victoria & NSW with some truly great games of baseball The Goodwill Series® this year ran for 5 days and gave the played against each other going down to WA 3 to 2 and the coaching staff a good indication how the boys gelled and Vic’s 5 to 4 but prevailing and upstaging NSW 9-6 and send- played as a team and also what the boys had got out of the ing down into 5th spot and the 2nd pool. training sessions prior to the tournament. Pitching rotations The final series didn’t go our way as the heat started to take were set from the series as well as batting line ups to take to it’s toll as well as injuries staring to set in. Losing both semi the AAA Nationals. Some outstanding players for the series final games against WA 3 to 0 and then Mercied by the Vics included Dylan Child who turned around a batting slump. Dan- rd for 3 spot in the tournament. iel Mattiazzo for some good work in the outfield as well as Ben Outstanding players through the tournament were Ben Lodge with 2 good starts with limited work prior to the Good- Lodge with 3 wins from 3 starts, Dylan Child with his hitting, will Series®. The team took the series (again) against the Kyal Williams with clutch hitting and solid pitching perfor- Americans 3 games to 2. mances to finish off games. Dylan Child being as always Once again the AAA Nationals were held at Baseball Park in reliable at shortstop, and Alistair Young who improved eve- Perth, Western Australia under truly trying conditions. I be- ry game behind the plate. lieve there was only one day under 40 degrees while the tour- th The coaching staff were happy with coming 4 in the tournament was played. nament but of course unhappy not making the champion- New rules and schedule were implemented for the 2009 tour- ship game as we thought we had the team to give the nament which was rather baffling and seemed only to be sup- tournament a real shake. ported by one State (originators of the changes). The major Thanks to my assistant coaches Ken Kobayashi, Jeff Kevan, changes were each side being made up of 19 players, the tour- Mark Chandler, and our EO Daryl Spencer (who did another nament being played over 12 days and the schedule having a 7 outstanding job this year), as their advice and support is game round robin followed by seeding in 2 x pools. The top always much appreciated. Warwick Marks for his input and pool being if you came 4th after the last reseeding round you letting the side use the SASI ground for midweek trainings. were unable to win the tournament. This giving the 5th place Also Ron Harvey, Brian Scott as well Mark Chandler for their side a bigger advantage as they jumped into the top pool for input. the final series. Clive Fiebig

Head Coach.

46 State Director of Umpiring Report

Training for the season began in July and continued through to September at the Enfield Community Centre. Training consisted of Sunday mornings of mechanics drills and seven Monday nights devoted to the Rules of Base- ball. Our thanks go to Bruce Daley and the instructors Messrs. B Halligan, Bell, and Poulton for looking after all our needs. In all 28 umpires have umpired this season and all have successfully sat for and completed the ABF Um- pire Accreditation examination.

Prior to the season commencing we were able to utilise trial games and the Country Championships at Glenelg on the October long weekend as our final preparation for the season. Thanks to Ian Ewart, of the South Australian Country Baseball Association and the Glenelg Baseball Appointing Umpires to the right level is always a tough Club for their continued support to Umpiring. job. Thanks for the continued support of Andrew Bell and the staff at Baseball SA. In addition approximately 12 umpires attended a seminar Andrew Bell conducted a Level O umpiring course at in Mount Gambier during September 2008 with Geoff Sturt Baseball Club pre-season and 10 junior players Robertson the National Director of Umpires and Ian attended a special little League umpiring course at McKenzie from Victoria conducting various clinics. East Torrens during February 2009. These junior um- Umpires officiated the Goodwill Series at Woodville during pires are the future of our game and received awards December2008, the IBA Tokyo Boys Series in January 2009 at the Junior Presentation night. and the Little League Championships at Softball Park in February 2009. To all the League Umpires that officiated this season congratulations on the standard of your performanc- Congratulations to: es. With continued hard work and dedication this will ensure the standard of umpiring will continue to improve. This year’s finals were handled well under ex- treme pressure, with many new Umpires appointed to

Blake Halligan Claxton Shield their first finals series. Special mention to the Division 1 Grand Final Squad, Neil Poulton Claxton Shield Andrew Bell, Blake Halligan, Neil Poulton and Mark

Andrew Bell Claxton Shield Wilson for an excellent series.

Mark Wilson Claxton Shield and Under 18 The Baseball Umpires Association of South Australia is seeking new umpires to join their ranks to ensure Ron Kennealy Little League Championship baseball umpiring maintains its strong position in South Australian baseball. Derek Slater Little League Championship Andrew Bell SABL Paul Begg Umpire of the Year I wish to thank the staff at Baseball SA especially Derek Slater and Trish Hollands for their continued John Tretola Most Improved Umpire of the Year support of Umpiring. Andrew Bell All Star Umpire Paul Begg Neil Poulton All Star Umpire STATE DIRECTOR OF UMPIRING

47 Baseball Umpires Association of S.A. BUASA Presidents Report

Having had the pleasure of heading up BUASA for two We again endeavoured to combine some activities seasons now I am pleased to say that I believe we are with the Scorers Association including a bowls night well on track to be able to move forward in the and a dinner. I hope that our two associations will future. After several tough years with morale and continue combining in these sorts of activities during numbers dropping it was very important for us to next season as I see this as a good opportunity to regroup and regain our direction. keep our associations strong and active.

Sadly, as with many areas of our sport, getting people to take the step to become an umpire is getting ever Sadly it has come time for me to move on from my more difficult. I hope that in the future with the assis- position with BUASA. It has been my pleasure and tance of Baseball SA and all clubs we will be able to privilege to have this position for the last two seasons curb this problem. and hope that I can be a contributor to the association for many years to come. I will be taking over from I believe that we now have a good grounding and Paul Begg as the State Director of Umpires and I look vision to move forward. It is BUASA’s main concern forward to the new challenge. I look forward to work- that without an increase in numbers the ability to ing with BUASA and Baseball SA to establish a solid provide a high standard of umpiring across all grades program that allows people the opportunity to may become untenable. become involved in umpiring at all levels.

On a lighter side BUASA was pleased this season to be represented at three interstate tournaments - with Lastly I thank all those people who gave their time Danny Symons attending the U14 (A) series, Mark this season to baseball by getting out each week and Wilson the U18 (AAA) series and Blake Halligan the umpiring. It can be a difficult task but also very re- Show Case round of the Claxton Shield. I would also warding and I look forward to being out there with like to congratulate John Tretola, who after a very you all again next season. good season which saw him make a regular move to Division 1, was awarded the Most Improved Umpire Yours in Umpiring award by Baseball SA. Andrew Bell

Ronnie the Rhino - Knows how to keep on the right side of the Umpires!!

48 SOUTH AUSTRALIAN BASEBALL SCORERS ASSOCIATION

During the 2008 / 2009 year the Scorers Association were One of the major challenges was the spelling of players involved with several tournaments; Claxton Shield held at names; a slight difference in the spelling creates a ‘new’ Mt Gambier in December and Glenelg in January & also player with their own statistics; this takes a considera- Goodwill Series at Woodville at year end. ble amount of time in ensuring the players do have Each occasion continues to be an opportunity for our scor- their correct statistics. ers to extend their learning and make links with other These statistics are vital for Division 1 and culminate in members; intrastate & interstate. the CAPPS Medal Presentation; a celebration of our Thank you to the following members for coordinating scor- game and the achievements of individual players. ers for the above tournaments; Lorraine Dunn & Enza Congratulations to Baseball SA for a successful evening. Henty. Many thanks to Lorraine Dunn, Steve Eades, Pauline The aim of the association continues to encourage partici- Sharp & Jo Thomson, for the many hours they spent pation in the game of baseball by way of scoring; inputting data & deciphering information. scoring to a nationally recognized standard set by CABS. 2008/09 was no different with club delegates conducting During the season there were opportunities for scorers to meet with SABL staff, board members and umpires at level 0/Beginner clinics and Association members con- less formal occasions. The Christmas celebration for ducting clinics at Levels 1 and 3 at Baseball SA. Those participating in the Level 1 clinic completed a theory and prac- Baseball SA at West Beach was an open invite for scorers to join in with staff & Directors of Baseball SA; tical exam in an attempt to gain CABS accreditation, a total thank you for the opportunity. of 9 interested scorers. As the requirement by CABS is to have a further 12 months practical experience once pass- The final Association meeting for 2008 held in ing level 1, each is able to participate and sit the theory & December was held prior to an end of year dinner with exam for Level 2 accreditation next season. Level 2 ac- an open invitation to the Umpires to join us socially for creditation allows scorers to score at Division 1 & 2 level. an evening together; those attending had an enjoyable Our aim is to encourage many more to further extend evening. their skills & knowledge to attain Level 3 which will allow Scorers were invited to join the Umpires Association for them to score at a national level. a BBQ tea and a social game of lawn bowls at the Lorraine Dunn, as a CABS Technical Commissioner and Payneham Bowling Club. Another opportunity was to Steve Eades & myself attended the Australian Baseball join the Umpires for their end of season dinner. Federation training over a weekend in July – this is an in- I sincerely hope the 2009/20010 season continues to tense training/information session for all scorers where 2 develop links between the interested participants in- from each state are invited to attend. volved with this great spectator game.

The computers purchased via a Sports and Recreation grant have proved their value; both as a teaching tool dur- Carolyn Smith ing the Level 1 clinic and the opportunity for learning the President Stat Crew program to input the Division 1 statistics. SABSA As a direct result of the data input it was found there were some discrepancies in the data supplied and so the Association arranged for a night of review held at two locations, north & west to encourage Division 1 scorers to attend in order that there may be more consistency. I would encourage the individual clubs in supporting the SA Baseball Scorers & Baseball SA by way of ensuring their scorers are supported and encouraged to attend these sessions and also the bi-monthly meetings to ensure the correct information is utilised. Please remember ‘the scorer’ is a recognised official of the game and we value their contribution.

Affiliated Associations Report

This report covers aspects of baseball in South Australia in SA Scorers Association season 2008-2009 for affiliated associations. The scorers association continues to promote their exper- South Australian Country Baseball Association (SACBA) tise where possible. SA Scorers Association Baseball Umpires Association of South Australia BUASA (BUASA) The umpires association conducted their seminar at Mount SA Winter Baseball Association Gambier with Andrew Bell, Blake Halligan and Mark Wilson Brewers Baseball Club being the instructors. The National Director of umpires Geoff Robertson and Instructor Neil McKenzie from Victoria SACBA were also in attendance. SACBA was represented at the Australian Provincial Champi- onships in Perth with Kym Bament as their coach. SA Winter Baseball Ian Ewart was elected as the new President for SACBA and The association continues to draw good numbers and keen acknowledgement is made of the contribution Jeff Wright interest is shown from those players at this level. made as their President over a number of years. Matthew Miles has taken over as President and he wants to Mount Gambier was represented at the National Little maintain a close relationship with Baseball SA. League championships at Surfers Paradise. Brewers Baseball Club This is a self administered club affiliated with the league. The club provides an avenue for senior players to represent the Brewers at Masters Competitions and is a sound supporter of Youth baseball.

General Each association has held their Annual General Meetings and SACBA will hold theirs during the October Country Championships at Glenelg. It is with regret that sickness throughout the year has cur- tailed my activities and consequently I resigned from the Board in March 2009. I would like to thank President Kevin Jennings and the Staff at Baseball SA for their great support SA Country Baseball - Families during my term as a Director.

The following regional players represented South Australia Peter Thompson at the underage National Championships: Affiliated Associations

Greg Mosel (NT) Under 18 Wilson Lee (NT) Under 18 Joseph Chapman (NT) Under 18 Dylan Chuck (Mt Gambier) Under 16 Jordan Sturgess (Mt Gambier) Under 14 Nathan Meinck (Mt Gambier) Under 14 Matthew Parslow (Mt Gambier) Under 14

DIVISION ONE Team P W L D Bye Pts For Ag Pct Premiership Table

1 Goodwood 31 25 5 1 51 224 115 661

2 Glenelg 31 23 7 1 47 219 90 709

PREMIERS: 3 West Torrens 31 21 10 42 245 161 603 4 Port Adelaide 31 20 10 1 41 168 87 659 PORT 5 Kensington 31 17 13 1 35 206 137 601 ADELAIDE 6 Southern Districts 31 14 16 1 29 172 153 529 7 East Torrens 31 14 16 1 29 143 136 513 8 Adelaide 31 14 17 28 155 231 402 9 Woodville 31 11 20 22 136 215 388 10 Sturt 31 9 21 1 19 156 237 397 11 Northern Districts 31 7 23 1 15 145 250 367 12 GGCD 31 7 24 14 110 267 292

DIVISION TWO Premiership Table Team P W L D Bye Win% For Ag Pct

1 Glenelg 17 14 1 2 2 88.2 115 47 710

2 West Torrens 17 13 2 2 1 82.4 141 61 698 PREMIERS: 3 Sturt 17 13 3 1 2 79.4 130 83 610 STURT 4 Henley & Grange 17 11 5 1 1 67.6 118 80 596 5 Goodwood 17 8 4 5 1 61.8 93 62 600 6 Woodville District 17 7 7 3 2 50 123 91 575

7 Port Adelaide 17 8 8 1 2 50 67 80 456

8 Kensington 17 7 9 1 1 44.1 96 107 473

9 East Torrens 18 6 10 2 2 38.9 101 126 445

10 Northern Districts 17 6 11 1 35.3 62 128 326 DIVISION THREE 11 Southern Districts 17 3 13 1 1 20.6 77 100 435 Premiership Table 12 GGCD 17 3 13 1 1 20.6 80 139 365 13 Adelaide 17 2 15 2 11.8 67 166 288 Team P W L D Bye Win% For Ag Pct PREMIERS:

WEST 1 West Torrens 15 12 3 80 117 54 684 TORRENS 2 Goodwood 16 10 4 2 68.8 100 59 629 3 Kensington 16 11 5 68.8 99 72 579 4 Woodville 16 9 4 3 65.6 90 64 584

5 East Torrens 16 8 4 4 62.5 131 68 658

6 Glenelg 16 7 6 3 53.1 114 96 543

7 GGCD 16 7 9 43.8 111 106 512

8 Sturt 16 6 10 37.5 104 118 469

9 Southern Districts 16 3 13 18.8 61 125 328

10 Henley & Grange 15 0 15 0 39 204 161

DIVISION FOUR Team P W L D Bye Win% For Ag Pct Premiership Table

1 Glenelg 16 13 1 2 87.5 198 83 705 2 Henley & Grange 15 11 2 2 80 191 85 692

3 Adelaide 16 9 5 2 62.5 156 143 522 PREMIERS: 4 Sturt 16 8 5 3 59.4 139 103 574 GLENELG 5 Northern Districts 16 8 7 1 53.1 121 122 498

6 Gawler 16 8 7 1 53.1 110 117 485

7 Southern Districts 16 7 7 2 50 142 111 561

8 Port Adelaide 16 5 10 1 34.4 79 154 339

9 Goodwood 16 2 14 12.5 81 232 259

10 West Torrens 15 1 14 6.7 93 160 368

DIVISION FIVE Premiership Table

Team P W L D Bye Win% For Ag Pct PREMIERS:

1 Flinders 16 12 3 1 78.1 170 83 672 WOODVILLE 2 Woodville 16 12 3 1 78.1 165 84 663 3 Goodwood 16 12 3 1 78.1 129 100 563

4 Playford City 16 9 5 2 62.5 144 109 569

5 Kensington 16 8 8 50 119 111 517 6 GGCD 16 6 9 1 40.6 145 148 495 7 Adelaide 16 6 10 37.5 132 163 448 8 Sturt 16 5 11 31.3 125 157 443

9 East Torrens 16 5 11 31.3 87 145 375

10 Southern Districts 16 2 14 12.5 92 208 307 DIVISION SIX Premiership Table

Team P W L D Bye Win% For Ag Pct

PREMIERS:

1 East Torrens 16 13 2 1 84.4 171 92 650

EAST 2 Woodville 15 12 3 80 133 76 636 TORRENS 3 Glenelg 16 12 4 75 187 100 652 4 West Torrens 15 11 4 73.3 172 99 635 5 Adelaide 16 10 6 62.5 158 120 568

6 Kensington 16 8 8 50 144 138 511

7 Northern Districts 16 7 9 43.8 136 141 491

8 Gawler 16 2 12 2 18.8 121 182 399

9 Goodwood 16 2 14 12.5 75 184 290

10 Sturt 16 0 15 1 3.1 64 229 218

DIVISION SEVEN Team P W L D Bye Win% For Ag Pct PREMIERSHIP TABLE

1 Kensington 16 14 2 87.5 252 87 743 PREMIERS: 2 Glenelg 16 13 3 81.3 227 78 744 GLENELG 3 Northern Districts 15 11 4 1 73.3 182 59 755

4 Henley & Grange 15 9 6 60 148 155 488 5 GGCD 16 9 6 1 59.4 180 141 561

6 Port Adelaide 14 6 7 1 1 46.4 86 115 428

7 Reds 16 5 11 31.3 135 202 401

8 Gawler 16 4 12 25 110 212 342

9 Playford City 14 2 12 1 14.3 67 198 253

UNDER 18 Premiership Table 10 RAMS 12 1 11 8.3 63 203 237

Team P W L D Bye Win% For Ag Pct

PREMIERS:

1 West Torrens 14 10 2 2 2 78.6 122 75 619

EAST 2 Glenelg 15 11 4 1 73.3 127 53 706

TORRENS 3 Port Adelaide 14 9 5 2 64.3 105 67 611

4 Northern Districts 14 8 5 1 2 60.7 76 73 510

5 East Torrens 14 8 6 2 57.1 111 84 569

6 Woodville 14 5 8 1 2 39.3 85 119 417

7 Sturt 14 4 9 1 2 32.1 58 84 409

UN- DER 8 GGCD 14 3 10 1 2 25 66 112 371 16/1 Premiership Table 9 Henley & Grange 15 3 12 2 20 66 149 307

PREMIERS: Team P W L D Bye Win% For Ag Pct

WEST 1 Sturt 15 14 1 93.3 196 54 784 TORRENS 2 West Torrens 15 12 3 80 146 58 716 3 Eagles 15 10 5 66.7 117 122 490 4 Saints 15 8 7 53.3 143 107 572

5 Kensington 15 8 7 53.3 113 103 523

6 East Torrens 15 5 9 1 36.7 94 131 418

7 Woodville 15 4 11 26.7 90 168 349

8 Adelaide 16 3 12 1 21.9 88 160 355

9 GGCD 15 3 12 20 75 159 321

UNDER 16/2 Team P W L D Bye Win% For Ag Pct PREMIERSHIP TABLE

PREMIERS: 1 Goodwood 15 12 3 1 80 203 71 741 2 Northern Districts 12 8 2 2 1 75 136 94 591 GOODWOOD 3 Glenelg 15 11 4 1 73.3 190 119 615 4 Port Adelaide 15 9 5 1 1 63.3 131 116 530 5 Sturt 15 8 7 1 53.3 161 169 488 6 Southern Districts 15 3 11 1 1 23.3 98 149 397 7 Henley & Grange 15 2 11 2 1 20 101 208 327 8 GGCD 14 2 12 2 14.3 83 177 319 UNDER 14/1 PREMIERSHIP TABLE Team P W L D Bye Win% For Ag Pct

PREMIERS: 1 West Torrens 17 17 0 100 183 49 789 KENSINGTON 2 Sturt 17 14 2 1 85.3 219 74 747 3 Kensington 17 11 4 2 70.6 185 99 651 4 Glenelg 17 11 6 64.7 170 126 574 5 GGCD 17 10 6 1 61.8 171 153 528 6 Adelaide 17 10 7 58.8 137 116 542

7 Southern Districts 17 9 7 1 55.9 152 135 530

8 Port Adelaide 17 5 12 29.4 112 179 385 9 Woodville 17 4 13 23.5 130 173 429 10 East Torrens 17 4 13 23.5 108 224 325 11 Henley & Grange 17 3 14 17.6 120 242 332 UNDER 14/2 PREMIERSHIP TABLE 12 Northern Districts 17 1 15 1 8.8 107 224 323

PREMIERS: Team P W L D Bye Win% For Ag Pct

GAWLER 1 Gawler 16 15 1 93.8 200 110 645

2 GGCD 16 13 3 81.3 191 140 577

3 Sturt 16 10 6 62.5 204 142 590

4 Kensington 16 7 9 43.8 161 144 528

5 Glenelg 16 6 9 1 40.6 147 178 452

6 Woodville 16 6 10 37.5 152 186 450

7 Goodwood 16 4 12 25 131 210 384

8 Henley & Grange 16 2 13 1 15.6 122 198 381

UNDER 12 MAJOR NORTH Team P W L D Bye Win% For Ag Pct Premiership Table

PREMIERS: 1 East Torrens 14 13 1 92.9 172 93 649

EAST 2 Kensington 14 9 5 64.3 172 98 637 TORRENS 3 GGCD 14 8 5 1 60.7 153 108 586 4 Port Adelaide 14 8 5 1 60.7 129 94 579 5 Henley & Grange 14 2 12 14.3 86 233 270 6 Gawler 14 1 13 7.1 98 184 348

UN- DER 12 MAJOR SOUTH Premiership Table Team P W L D Bye Win% For Ag Pct

PREMIERS:

WEST 1 West Torrens 16 14 1 1 4 90.6 209 53 798 TORRENS 2 Sturt 14 9 4 1 4 67.9 174 100 635 3 Woodville 15 7 8 4 46.7 116 176 397 4 Southern Districts 14 3 10 1 4 25 90 158 363 5 Adelaide 15 2 12 1 4 16.7 109 211 341

UN- DER 12 MINOR NORTH Premiership Table Team P W L D Bye Win% For Ag Pct

PREMIERS:

GGCD 1 GGCD 14 14 0 3 100 182 54 771 2 Northern Districts 14 11 3 3 78.6 149 88 629 3 Kensington 15 9 6 2 60 141 112 557 4 East Torrens 15 7 7 1 2 50 132 151 466

5 Port Adelaide 13 5 8 3 38.5 108 126 462

6 Dodgers 14 2 12 4 14.3 91 185 330 7 Henley & Grange 15 1 13 1 2 10 96 183 344 UNDER 12 MINOR SOUTH Premiership Table Team P W L D Bye Win% For Ag Pct PREMIERS:

WEST 1 West Torrens 14 10 3 1 75 160 107 599 TORRENS 2 Eagles 14 9 4 1 67.9 147 114 563 3 Sturt 14 9 5 64.3 164 139 541

4 Saints 14 8 6 57.1 146 118 553

4 Goodwood 14 7 5 2 57.1 146 118 553

6 Glenelg 14 6 8 42.9 122 149 450

7 Southern Districts 14 3 11 21.4 121 174 410

8 Hawks 14 2 12 14.3 111 198 359

56 LIFE MEMBERS

1922 Geo Chapman*, Claude Ewers*, 1978-79 Arthur Rathbone* Frank Ewers*, Rue Ewers* 1926 Syd Smith* 1979-80 Don Klaebe* 1930 Norrie Claxton* 1980-81 Gordan Ross* 1932 Wally Buchanan* 1981-82 Brian Brooks* 1937 Len C Poole* 1982-83 Tom Rice * 1938 Perce Doolan*, Paddy Ohlstrom*, 1983-84 Claude Pearce* Bill Wiles* 1944 Charles Catt* 1984-85 Harry Hunt* 1948 Alby Bartlett* 1985-86 Warren Charles 1949 Ron Sharpe* 1986-87 Colin Rowe* 1950 Fred Mann* 1987-88 Pat Beatty 1951 Martin Kriewaldt* 1988-89 Ray Thorne* 1956 Ron Scott* 1989-90 Ken Wesslink 1958 Henley Jones* 1990-91 Dave Roberts 1959 Andy Buchanan* 1991-92 Don Rice 1960 Bryon Ascione* 1992-93 Max Puckett* & Ron Wright 1961 Laurie LeCornu* 1993-94 Ron Morgan 1963 Bill Stephens* 1994-95 Bert Haynes 1965 Alan Branstrom 1995-96 Gordon Penhall & Alan Waldron 1966 Claude Thorpe* 1996-97 Peter Dixon 1967 Bill Moody* 1998-99 Hugh Franke 1969-70 Roy Page* 1999-2000 Lionel’Knobby’Clark* & Ron Chandler 1970-71 Stan Scarman* 2000-01 Kevin Jennings & Peter Kemp 1971-72 Bob Finn* 2001-02 Paul Begg 1972-73 Max Stone 2002-03 Peter Fischer 1973-74 Max Galloway* 2003-04 Bob Abbey & Arthur MacDonald 1974-75 Kingsley Wellington 2004-05 Ron Harvey & Greg Bradshaw 1975-76 Jim Garrick* 2005-06 Jim Wilton & Brian Addison 1976-77 Lou Bressler* 2006-07 Dave Mundy 1977-78 Norman Todd* 2007-08 David Hutton 2008-09 Norm ‘Chalky’ White

* denotes deceased

57 HISTORY OF PREMIERS DIVISION ONE

THE EARLY YEARS 1957 Goodwood 1889/90 Post & Telegraph 1958 Port Adelaide 1890/91 Adelaide 1959 Kensington 1891/92 Adelaide 1960 Adelaide 1892/93 Adelaide 1961 West Torrens 1893/94 South Adelaide 1962 Glenelg 1894/95 Goodwood 1963 West Torrens 1895/96 Goodwood 1964 University 1896/97 South Adelaide 1965 West Torrens IN THE BEGINNING 1966 Port Adelaide 1908 Goodwood. 1967 West Torrens 1909 North Adelaide. 1968 Port Adelaide 1910 North Adelaide. 1969 Port Adelaide 1911 Freemason Ramblers. SUMMER BASEBALL 1912 Norwood. 1968/69 Port Adelaide 1913 Freemason Ramblers 1969/70 Port Adelaide 1914 Adelaide 1970/71 Port Adelaide 1915 Millswood 1971/72 Port Adelaide 1916-18 WAR YEARS 1972/73 Woodville 1919 Blue Sox 1973/74 East Torrens 1920 West Torrens 1974/75 Woodville 1921 Sturt. 1975/76 East Torrens 1922 Freemason Ramblers 1976/77 Glenelg 1923 Freemason Ramblers 1977/78 Sturt 1924 Goodwood 1978/79 Glenelg 1925 East Torrens 1979/80 Glenelg 1926 East Torrens 1980/81 Woodville 1927 Goodwood 1981/82 Port Adelaide 1928 Goodwood 1982/83 Glenelg 1929 Goodwood 1983/84 Kensington 1930 Kensington 1984/85 Kensington DISTRICT BASEBALL 1985/86 Kensington 1931 Goodwood 1986/87 West Torrens 1932 Goodwood 1987/88 West Torrens 1933 Goodwood 1988/89 East Torrens 1934 University 1989/90 West Torrens 1935 Goodwood 1990/91 Sturt 1936 Goodwood 1991/92 West Torrens 1937 Goodwood 1992/93 West Torrens 1938 Goodwood 1993/94 West Torrens 1939 Kensington 1994/95 West Torrens 1940 West Torrens 1995/96 Henley & Grange 1941 Goodwood 1996/97 Henley & Grange 1942-45 WAR YEARS 1997/98 East Torrens 1946 West Torrens 1998/99 East Torrens 1947 West Torrens 1999/2000 Goodwood 1948 West Torrens 2000/01 Glenelg 1949 University 2001/02 Adelaide 1950 West Torrens 2002/03 Goodwood 1951 West Torrens 2003/04 Kensington 1952 West Torrens 2004/05 Glenelg 1953 Prospect 2005/06 Goodwood 1954 West Torrens 2006/07 West Torrens 1955 Prospect 2007/08 Port Adelaide 1956 Kensington 2008/09 Port Adelaide 58 HISTORY OF CAPPS MEDALLISTS

1978 Mark Peters 1936 Charlie Puckett* 1979 Greg Elkson 1937 Clem Scott* 1980 John Galloway 1938 Geoff Noblett* 1981 Gary Challen* 1939 Phil Brideoake* 1982 Phil Alexander 1940 Fred Catt* 1983 Greg Elkson 1941 Garth Burton* 1984 Greg Elkson 1442-45 WAR YEARS 1985 Jeff Feichtner 1946 Jim Puckett* 1986 Jeff Feichtner 1947 Phil Brideoake* 1987 Tony Harris 1948 Phil Brideoake* 1988 Greg Elkson / Brian Farley 1949 Ian Leahy* 1989 Brian Farley / Barry Lunnon 1950 Barry Wiles* 1990 Greg Elkson 1951 Bill Fuller 1991 Brian Cakebread 1952 Doug Othams 1992 Barry Lunnon 1953 Colin Watts 1993 Barry Lunnon 1954 Des Vaughton* 1994 Phil Burgess 1955 Phil Brideoake* 1995 Russell Dart 1956 Doug Othams 1996 Ian Reval 1957 Peter Box 1997 Mark Born 1958 Peter Box 1998 Scott Marshall 1959 Jim Tamlin 1999 Scott Marshall 1960 Jim Cocks* 2000 Craig Watts 1961 Don Rice 2001 John Challinor 1962 Don Rice 2002 Ryan Simunsen 1963 Don Rice 2003 Darren Fidge 1964 Ian Glover 2004 Darren Fidge 1965 Neil Davey 2005 John Challinor 1966 Kevin Greatrex 2006 Darren Fidge 1967 Don Rice 2007 Andrew Scott 1968 Don Rice/ David Hutton 2008 Michael Ewart 1969 Ron Chandler 2009 Tyler Levin 1970 David McLoud 1971 Kevin Greatrex 1972 Dave Mundy 1973 Kevin Greatrex 1974 Neil Page/ Les Behrendt 1975 Colin Alexander 1976 Kevin Greatrex 1977 Don Masters

* denotes deceased 59

DIVISION ONE PORT PREMIERS ADELAIDE

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