South Charlotte Sports Report “HOMETOWN TEAMS ... HOMETOWN KIDS” Volume 3, Issue 10 www.southcharlottesports.com October 23, 2008 - FREE GREATER CHARLOTTE HOT STOVE LEAGUE TO HONOR THE PAST, PRESENT AND FUTURE OF CHARLOTTE BASEBALL 2nd annual dinner on January 24th to honor Major League All-Star Bryan Harvey and Boston Red Sox top prospect Davd Mailman among others The banquets was a 7th round draft pick of the est silent auction of sports mem- Miracle League of Charlotte. The are held to cel- Boston Red Sox and has what orabilia in the area. The evening Miracle League of Charlotte, a ebrate the game many scouts have described as a will also include the presenta- chapter of The Miracle League, of baseball and “picture perfect swing.” He has tion of awards to the top youth will provide physically and men- to reward those become one of the Red Sox top- baseball and softball players in tally challenged children a safe in the game that rated prospects and is expected the area. Last year’s winners and spirited program in which contribute to its to one day take to the field at included; Richie Shaffer (Provi- they can hit, run, and catch on success. Fenway Park. dence), Constance Orr (Butler, a baseball field – just like other On January In addition to the speech by UNC-Chapel Hill), Chase Arnold kids. It will offer a unique and 24, 2009 the Harvey, guests will be treated to (Holy Trinity Catholic) and Erin memorable opportunity these 2ND Annual a social hour and autograph ses- Kayton (Marvin Ridge.) children would not otherwise Greater Char- sion with 10-20 current or former We are very proud to an- have. lotte Area Hot major and minor league baseball nounce our charity partner for Stove League players, a sit down dinner, ven- the 2009 Greater Charlotte Area See Hot Stove, Page 14 Dinner, hosted dor displays and one of the larg- Hot Stove League Dinner. The by Carolinas Baseball Center CAROLINA COURTS SET TO OPEN JANUARY 3RD and The South Something big as well as the need Charlotte Sports is about to open! for a new facility in Report will For local basketball this area. Once we Photo Credit: Billy Crowe/Greenville Drive Crowe/Greenville Billy Credit: Photo be held at the and volleyball fami- settled on the idea, 25,000 square lies your wishes are we began to travel foot Carolinas about to be granted.. across the country Baseball Cen- A brand new, 44,000 visiting other bas- ter. This first square foot, multi- ketball facilities. We class evening of purpose basketball actually went as far entertainment and volleyball facility as to tape interviews will celebrate is set to open for your with facility owners David Mailman the growth of enjoyment in less in other locations The baseball term “hot stove” youth baseball and than 90 days. on their experiences is affiliated with the time of softball in the Greater Charlotte Barbie Curry and Matt Jones await the opening of Carolina Courts The brand new and what they would year when those associated with Community. Headlining the spe- Carolina Courts fa- as an idea for Co-Founder Ron change the second America’s past time, whether it cial night will be a keynote speech cility, located at 7210 Stinson Esser. A few phone calls later to time around if they could.” is players, managers, front office by former Major League All-Star Hartis Road in Indian Trail, will Co-Founder Scott Chitwood and From these meetings Esser personnel and fans, discuss the relief pitcher and UNCC baseball open their doors to the commu- the facility was a fast break away and Chitwood moved forward summer game during the winter alumnus Bryan Harvey. nity on January 3rd. Located from becoming reality. Esser with their idea, hired a con- months. Even before the Boston The Bandys High School inside, active families will find 5 and Chitwood had experience struction company and went Red Sox traded Babe Ruth to the graduate played from 1987 to regulation size basketball courts running the one of the largest to work on creating something New York Yankees in 1920, folks 1995 for the California Angels that will double as ten volleyball basketball programs in the state very special for the area, Caro- sat around the hot stove to de- and the Florida Marlins. He was courts. The facility will also in- at a local recreation association. lina Courts. bate and discuss the significance elected to the All-Star team for clude meeting rooms, birthday Their constant battles with find- Once construction began, of their team’s transactions. the American League in 1991 and rooms, an arcade, a first class ing gym space and dealing with Carolina Courts hired two well Even though air conditioning for the National League in 1993. parent’s lounge, full screen tele- scheduling surprises helped to qualified individuals to lead the and furnaces have replaced the He led the American League in visions and Wi-Fi throughout the plant the seed of a stand-alone basketball and volleyball pro- iron stove as sources of heat, the saves in 1991 with 46. Harvey building. In addition, Athletic facility into the mind of Esser. grams. term hot stove is still quite com- was named Rookie Pitcher of the Republic will run core strength “Scott and I both learned a mon in baseball vernacular. A Year by The Sporting News. and speed programs for athletes lot about running a large recre- See Carolina Courts, Page 12 place it is used frequently is to Providence High School Class from 8 years old and up. ation association. We saw first- reference baseball banquets that of 2007 graduate David Mailman This unique facility began hand the challenges involved take place during the off-season. will also be honored. Mailman SOUTH CHARLOTTE SPORTS REPORT PRESEASON BASKETBALL CAMP BOYS AND GIRLS, AGES 5-14 NOVEMBER 7TH AND 8TH SEE PAGE 3 FOR MORE INFORMATION Page 2 South Charlotte Sports Report Volume 3, Issue 10 WEDDINGTON VOLLEYBALL ATTENTION CAPTURES CONFERENCE TITLE, ATHLETIC ASSOCIATIONS, SCHOOLS & OTHER YOUTH ORGANIZATIONS AIMS FOR STATE TITLE With a lot of hard work, Weddington High School Volleyball Coach Carrie Powell has built an incredible program. The Warriors just cap- tured the conference title and are now on the prowl for a State Title. The team is well balanced with freshman, sophomores, juniors and seniors. Coach Powell is proud of the efforts of the team. “This has been an awesome season so far. The SCSR Action Photos) senior captains have created an atmosphere that (Photo Credit: Jen Patterson, is fun to play in but competitive. Our defense is tough and that helps the offense get going. Great Weddington High passes lead to great sets and great hits. Hope- School senior Arden fully, we can keep taking one game at a time and Fuller (#13) feeds keep going in the state tournament.” Call the South Charlotte Sports Report to learn more about our affordable the ball to freshman Good Luck to the Warriors in their quest for a photographic services for your team, league, school, tournament or association. Caroline Haugh (# 3) Championship! 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