Baseball
Veteran pitching staff to lead Hawks
BEACON FALLS — At any one time this spring, there may be as few as one senior on the field for the Woodland baseball team. That’s not especially a bad thing, considering the talent the Hawks have in the other three classes. Second-year head coach Mike Kingsley is preparing for this season with an... »
Fields of Dreams
Renovation plan for NHS athletic facilities taking shape NAUGATUCK — The scene at Naugatuck High School last Monday was splendid. Every spring athlete enjoyed the near-perfect weather on the first full day of practice, which usually necessitates a jacket and a wool hat. Of course, not everything was picturesque. Those fields and that track the Greyhounds... »
A different kind of madness
With all the basketball hoopla, I almost forgot about my favorite form of March madness. Baseball’s spring training is as mad as it gets — especially when you add Bobby Valentine. Baseball, unlike most other sports, is a grueling, six-month race that takes us from spring to fall. No other sport can claim that... »
Naugy returns experienced roster to the diamond
NAUGATUCK — After a respectable 14-8 season in 2011, this year’s Naugatuck baseball squad is thinking about long-term goals. Last year ended with opening-round losses in the Naugatuck Valley League and Class LL tournaments. This year, the ‘Hounds have the depth, experience and skill to return a storied program to postseason success. “This is... »
Babe Ruth League holding registration
NAUGATUCK — Naugatuck Babe Ruth League is holding registration for new and returning players next week. Registration will be held Feb. 28 and 29 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Naugatuck YMCA, 284 Church St. To be eligible, players must be born between May 1, 1996 and April 30, 1999. New players... »
Legion preparing for upcoming season
The Prospect-Beacon Falls American Legion baseball team is gearing up for another season. The team is seeking two new assistant coaches for the coming season. Anyone interested in becoming a coach can call Don Ensero Sr., chair of legion youth activities, at (203) 575-1511. The team is holding pre-season registration for players and pre-season... »
Peter J. Foley Little League holding registration
NAUGATUCK — Peter J. Foley Little League is holding several registration sessions throughout the month. Registration will be held Feb. 4, Feb. 11, Feb. 18, and Feb. 25 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and Feb. 9, Feb. 16. and Feb. 23 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Peter J. Foley Clubhouse,... »
Union City Little League to hold registration
NAUGATUCK — Union City Little League is holding four upcoming registration sessions for baseball and softball. The sessions will be held at the Union City Clubhouse on Morris Street and are scheduled for Jan. 27 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.; Jan. 28 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.; Feb. 3 from 6 p.m.... »
Signups for Robert A. Cole Baseball League announced
BEACON FALLS — The Robert A. Cole Baseball League has scheduled signups for the upcoming spring 2012 season. Registration dates are Jan. 25 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. in the Laurel Ledge Elementary School gym lobby. This night is the “early bird” registration with $10 off each registration. Other registration dates are Jan.... »
Signups for Robert A. Cole Baseball League announced
BEACON FALLS — The Robert A. Cole Baseball League has scheduled signups for the upcoming spring 2012 season. Registration dates are Jan. 25 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. in the Laurel Ledge Elementary School gym lobby. This night is the “early bird” registration with $10 off each registration. Other registration dates are Jan.... »

