The 2008 closing day is scheduled to be held at the Lake Catherine Softball Complex on Saturday, April 19th. 

This year's Closing Day Committee is being chaired by Bobby Lint and Kathy Wallace. 

The Closing Day festivities will begin at 10am with a parade of teams and trophy ceremonies. 

Following the trophy presentations, the crazy fun will begin with DJ Jammin Jim spinning the tunes and a multitude of activities for the kids to get involved with from 11am to 3pm.   The activities will include the following:

Wristband tickets will be sold for $10 each.  The wristband will allow admission to all activities from 11 – 3pm.  The wristband will also include a stub for a free hot dog and drink. 

Scroll down for a glimpse of past year's final days of fun.

  We are all sorry to see

the seasons come to an end.  We hope

everyone, kids and parents alike, enjoy

their experiences at the park during their recreational season!

The following are a few photos from past years closing day ceremonies:

It all starts with the gathering of friends!

 To often we overlook the beauty of the simple things...

like the joining of friends both new and old.

The hidden beauty of softball friendships was evident throughout  the day at the park!

Sometimes there are just not enough rabbit ears.

There's always time for a little shopping!

 The games brought smiles to faces...

 ...and inspiration to their step.

 While the three legged races were often awkward...

 ...the relay races had the girls fluidly flying.

 Every now an then the fans had trouble restraining their enthusiasm!

 As usual, Jammin' Jim had everybody dancing...

 ...some a little wilder than others, (Hanna for example).

The free burgers and dogs were great!

Hey, there's a Griller in the concession stand!

Shirt signings were taking place everywhere!

Everyone wanted their friends to garnish their attire!

All ages were doing it!

You could have made a fortune selling Sharpies!

After the trophies and pictures were passed out, everyone took

a seat for the big coaches game!

The stands were full of screaming fans and they wanted to see some quality softball played! 

And here is a recap of what they saw...

This year the league played it's first annual inter-league coaches game.  Thirty-nine coaches and assistant coaches showed for the big contest.  The teams were divided up by the league age groups in which they coached.  The T-Ball, 8's and 13+ divisions (younger and older coaches, here after called the Yolds) were pitted against the 10's and 12's coaches (here after called the Mids).  The Yolds were armed with two pitchers, Dave Fleming and Wally Eckler, while the Mids went the distance with Scott Eurich.

In the top of the first inning, the Yolds, (visitors) got things started with three singles by Craig Irwin, Dave Schwartz and Dave Fleming and plated the first run of the game.

In the bottom of the first the Mids answered.  With Fleming on the mound, Dave Morgan led off with a bunt single, Kathy Frye followed with a single to right and Morgan scored on a line drive to center by Pat Coyle.

In the top of the second, the Yolds scored two runs to take a two run lead.  Todd McKenna platted the go ahead run with a solid shot through the left side between short and third.  The inning could have produced more, but solid fielding, including a diving grab at short by Bob Diskant, followed by a perfect flip to second help keep the Mids in striking distance at 3-1. 

 In the bottom of the inning, with Eckler on the mound, the Mids scored their second run on a solid single to left by Gary Cohn tightening the score to 3-2.

In the top of the third, the Yolds were held scoreless.  Yet the inning was not without it's exciting moment.  With two outs and no one on, the league's fan favorite, President Mike Via, came to the plate.  With the crowd at a fever pitch, Mike fouled

off a pitch and then drew a walk.  However, this was no ordinary walk, as Mike broke for second following his trot to first.  Pitcher Scott Eurich caught a glimpse of Mike's daring attempted steal out of the corner of his eye, wheeled and fired a strike to Dave Morgan covering second to record the innings third out.

In the bottom of the third the Mids scored two runs off Fleming who was helped out of the inning when Kathy Frye was call out by umpire Steve Schiller for running the bases without her helmet. However, the damage was done and the Mids had the lead 4-3.

In the top of the fourth inning, with time running out, Craig

Irwin singled to left.  Dave Schwartz then hit a monstrous drive over the  right field fence (est. 255 feet), to put the Yolds in front by one 5-4.

In the bottom of the game's final inning, with the Mids needing one run to tie and two to win, they loaded the bases with one out against Eckler.  Wally, stepping up his game, recorded a strikeout on a 3-2 pitch to get the second out of the inning.  With two outs and the bases still full, Gary Cohn drove a fly ball to deep left-center.  Rick Peeples ran it down in the gap and made a Willie Mays catch, bobbling and then recapturing the ball to record the final out of the game!

Scott Eurich lets go of a fastball!

Steve Hagar grabs a pop-up as Jim Turnier tries to avoid contact!

Wally Eckler rips a shot to the left side!

Gary Cohn takes his hands to the ball!

Mike Via fouls off his only strike!

After walking, Via is thrown out trying to steal second!

Todd McKenna cautiously leads from first!

Dave Fleming rips a shot to the left side!

Dave Schwartz, the game's MVP, shows his solid hitting form!

The last of the remaining victorious warriors!

Final Score: 5-4 Yolds (T-Ball, 8's & 13+ coaches)

Winning Pitcher:  Dave Fleming

Losing Pitcher:  Scott Eurich

Save:  Wally Eckler

MVP:  Dave Schwartz (2-2, with a Home Run & 2 RBI)

In closing, we wish to once again thank our sponsors for their help in making the season a wonderful  success for so many! 

Please, when given the opportunity, pay patronage to the following list of generous sponsors who have dedicated themselves to helping to provide a better athletic to our daughters!

WE WISH TO GIVE SPECIAL

THANKS TO This Year's Team SPONSORS!

2006 TEAM SPONSORS
($250 team sponsorship donation)

Medallions Sports

PBG, Riviera Beach & Jupiter

(561) 848-7977 RB

(561) 626-2263 PBG

Beef 'OBrady's

Coming to Northlake Boulevard, PBG

(561) 964-9464
 

Kelly Hagar Insurance

9850 Highway A1A, PBG

(561) 627-7660

Pillar to Post

Certified Home Inspectors, PBG

(561) 307-0928

88 Keys Piano & Tiki Bar

9920 Highway A1A Alt, PBG

(561) 627-1305
 

Salon Tre Lyn

11251 US Highway 1, NPB

(561) 622-7100

Swearingen & Associates

1800 Old Okeechobee Rd., WPB
561-689-9858
 

Architectural Stone & Tile Epxo

513 US Highway 1, NPB

(561) 863-4744

Mitchell I. Kitroser P.A.

8895 N Military Trail, PBG

561-616-0092
 

Air Chef

West Palm Beach

(800) 247-2433

Berman & DeValerio

222 Lakeview Ave, WPB

(561) 835-9400
 

KDK Residential Builders

West Palm Beach
(561) 346-8730
 

Shalloway & Shalloway

1400 Centrepark Blvd, WPB

561-686-6200
 

Glander International

2401 PGA Blvd. PBG

(561) 625-5500

Polo Trace Golf Clubs

13481 Polo Trace Drive, Delray Beach

(561) 495-5300

Jupiter Radiation

1240 S Old Dixie Hwy, Jupiter

(561)-744-4400
 

Turf Tamers

10311 Ironwood Rd., PBG

(561) 775-1066

William Dean Homes

1695 W Indiantown Rd Ste 11, Jupiter
(561) 744-7595
 

US Datatron, Inc.

8895 N Military Trail Ste 302C, WPB
(561) 694-0089

Doctors Rothschild

3401 PGA Blvd, PBG
(561) 366-4131
 

2006 PARK CARD SPONSORS

(Discounts offered through Park Card participation)

R. J. Gators Restaurant

4364 North Lake Blvd., PBG

Quarterdeck Restaurant

1096 Indiantown Rd., Jupiter

J.J. Muggs Stadium Grill

1203 Town Center Dr., Abacoa

Abbey Road Grill

10800 N. Military Trail, PBG

Camilli's Pizza

927 Park Ave, Lake Park

88 Key's Piano & Tiki Bar

9920 Alt. A1A, Suite 809, PBG

Uncle Micks

6671 Indiantown Rd., Jupiter

Crafts and Stuff

Promenade Plaza, Alt. A1A

Lutina's Pizza and Subs

10800 N. Military Trail, PBG

Marina's Italian Ice and More

1460 10th St., Lake Park

Manhattan Bagel Company

9810 Alt A1A Promenade, PBG
 

Medallion Sports

Palm Beach Gardens, Riviera Beach & Jupiter

Roger Dean Stadium

Abacoa

Business or Individuals interested in becoming a future sponsor can obtain a Sponsorship Information Package by clicking on the provided link on our Sponsorship Page.