Trend-Arlington Fastball League update

The Trend-Arlington Fastball League is still going strong after 32 years, but looking for some players (especially pitchers) for the 2008 season. See below for an update from Wynn Fenwick.

Trend-Arlington Men's Fastball League Final
Congratulations to Soulard Multi-Service who defeated Lone Star 6-5 on the strength of a clutch, 1-out, walk-off single by Rick Stewart in game three of the best-of-three Trend-Arlington Men's Fastball League playoff final last night at Trend-Arlington Field. The win completed a fantastic season for the Soulard men-in-black, who lost only once in 29 starts. For the core of team it was their second championship in a row. Kevin Wilson got the win, going all 7 innings, and Art Henry took the tough-luck loss as he pitched the distance brilliantly, striking out several with the rise and changeup working well. Benoit Boivin backstopped a solid game and threw out two Lone Star baserunners in the victory.

Rick's Really Leaving
After 3 good solid years at the helm, Rick Stewart is stepping down as League Convenor. Thanks so much to Rick Stewart for his dedication to a friendly league with a great atmosphere. Rick's contributions will be distributed among a committee of five with Wynn Fenwick chairing the committee for the 2008 season.

Early Bird Registration
While we're still in summer mode, we though we'd offer an early bird registration. Registrations for next year are being accepted by cheque at or before the banquet for $120. Please make them payable to Trend-Arlington Men's Fastball along with your attached registration form. After that the fee will go up to something closer to the usual rates. We are looking for some pitching for next season so we may return to a six-team league if registration permits.

For more information visit http://tafastball.ca or wfenwick [at] fhlsim.com