By Paul Gotham ROCHESTER, N.Y. -- Not that the Syracuse Jr. Chiefs 2011 existence was exactly akin to spending time in a shed without any working plumbing, but this year's version earned their spot alone on the top floor. And their skipper had an undeniable hand in the improvement. Leading his club to a league-best 28-12 mark, Casey Scott earned 2012 New York … [Read more...] about Syracuse Jr. Chief skipper Casey Scott named NYCBL Coach of the Year
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Olean’s Kemmer named NYCBL Player of the Year
By Paul Gotham ROCHESTER, N.Y. -- There wasn't much doubt when it came to choosing the league's top player. One needed only to look to the guy who conjured discussions of a possible Triple Crown. The Olean Oilers' Jon Kemmer (Clarion) finished atop two of the three major statistical categories to earn the New York Collegiate Baseball League Player-of-the-Year … [Read more...] about Olean’s Kemmer named NYCBL Player of the Year
Niagara’s Beckham named NYCBL Pitcher of the Year
By Paul Gotham ROCHESTER, N.Y. -- It took Steven Beckham (Olivet Nazarene) the month of June to get his feet under him. When he did, there was no looking back. Beckham notched a 4-0 … [Read more...] about Niagara’s Beckham named NYCBL Pitcher of the Year
Jr. Chiefs seize the NYCBL title
By Paul Gotham GENEVA, N.Y. -- Pressure created a crack which eventually widened enough to make the difference. The relentless Syracuse Jr. Chief offense played to its character and in so doing caused uncharacteristic play from its opponent. Series MVP Tim Locastro (Ithaca) slapped a one-out bases loaded single to bring home the winning run as the Jr. Chiefs came from … [Read more...] about Jr. Chiefs seize the NYCBL title
Game two of the NYCBL championship suspended
Courtesy of the Niagara Gazette By Doug Smith NIAGARA FALLS, N.Y. -- The Niagara Power may well wind up with half-a-loaf and no fishes in the New York Collegiate Baseball League playoffs. Consecutive-pitch blasts by wounded warriors Shakeel Newton and Chane Lynch put the Bolts in position to be declared co-champions after torrential rains and lightning suspended … [Read more...] about Game two of the NYCBL championship suspended