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Walk through the Women's

Class of 2008  Hall of Fame

Welcome Men's Pioneer

Class of 2008

Jerry Henwood writes:

"By far, Ed is the kindest, most gracious, and soft spoken softball fanatic that I have ever met.  He has stressed to me on countless occasions, what's most important is that everybody on the team is having fun and enjoying the game."

"I can't think of anyone more deserving, and I expect that the well over 100 players currently sporting the "H" on the their hats would all echo my sentiments."

Jay Baraff writes:

"Frankly, I think that his playing ability should warrant his induction, but I would note my belief that there has never been a more generous, more supportive, and less demanding sponsor than Ed."

"You would have to look long and hard to find a nicer, more deserving guy than Ed, especially one with his high level of character and morality."

Pioneer Player Category

Barney Fineblum

Bill Smith, Tremont Softball writes:

"Barney was the best 1st base glove of all senior softball.  We would throw them in the dirt, Barney would always dig them out."

"Batting in the top of the line up, Barney took the Tremont Softball Team to many championships."

Alton Beard writes:

"Barney has a great sense of how to play the game, and has the ability to share his thoughts with his teammates in a positive and helpful manner.  His suggestions are given considerable respect."

Paul Janke

Spider Pitzer, writes:

"Paul has it all, never misses a game, great attitude, wonderful demeanor, tremendous desire to win, always gives 120% and the team always comes first."

"Great defensive outfielder and plays the hitters the best I've ever seen"

"Paul is a clutch hitter all the way, and has supplied the winning hit in many major tournaments."

"Always had the highest batting average and is a super individual."

Bruce Longenecker

Bill Smith writes:

"The best of the best.  One of the finest senior atheletes to come along."

"Bruce could play anywhere.  He was the best pitch, the best catch, the best third base.  He was the most all round player in senior softball."

Rep. Mauree Gingrich, Pennsylvania House of Representatives writes:

"He is committed to community involvement as well, as evidenced by his service to the local Little League and Cub Scout Troops."

Larry McCurdy

 Kenny Deibel writes:

"Larry is not only a great player, but equally a great person.  He is a fine representative of what Senior Softball is all about."

Hal Olver writes:

"Larry is an excellent shortstop, where he can go deep to his right and still get runners at either first or second."

"He can hit to all fields with an uncanny knack of getting close to either the left or right field lines."

"At the present time, in only his sixteenth year, he has the third highest number of total hits in the history of the club since 1933."

"Larry is a humble and soft spoken individual. I have not seen or heard anyone on or off the field who has anything but good things to say about Pops."

August Niklas

Don Farber writes:

"Gus has averaged over 650 in his three years with the Seals.  He uses the entire field and is almost undefensable. 

"Gus is the slickest fielding second basemen on the entire west coast."

"He is both the fastest member of the team, and the smartest base runner."

"The consumate team player, he helps coach, pinch runs, and directs the defense."

George Calkins writes:

"Gus' greatest asset is his love for the game along with his dedication to his team."

Irvin Schafer

Jim Smith writes:

"Irv has been and is one of the finest hitters ever to play the game."

"Irv also plays great defense.  He played the corners, at first and at third during the 2007 campaign, and in previous years was one of the finest outfielder and pitchers in the game."

Tommy French writes:

"With his great talent, personality, and team chemistry, Irv is someone that every Senior player should use as a role model.

Clarence Thompson

 Paul Oliver writes:

"Spanky is an unselfish team player, which I personally love.  He is a great shortstop, but would agree to play in the outfield when our need was critical and he excelled there as well."

"Spanky was always available as a substitute runner, and is a team player, always willing to help the team in any capacity."

Mike Tedesco writes"

"Spanky is a 'complete' player, Hit-Run-Field.  He is a student of the game, always alert and brings commitment and energy in all phases of the game."

Spanky's motto: "Play Ball."

Wilson Yoder

Vern Carr writes:

"Skeeter has made the MVP or first team All Tournament in each of the last ten years.  His offense has been extraordinary and his defense is equally great."

Tom Bruening writes:

"Skeeter has been our best clutch hitter and has carried us to numerous championships.  He hits in the first inning on the first day, and in the last inning on final day of tournaments."

"As a shortshop, he is the master of diving catches and stops that have snuffed out many an opponent's potential big inning."

"Skeeter has been an excellent team-mate.  A super person who is well repected by opponents and peers."

Bob Young

Bill Ruth writes:

"Bob is an unselfish player, a team player, a quiet warrior, but one with tremendous competitive spirit."

"He truely represents the essence of what Senior Softball is all about.  He emulates good citizenship, team camaraderie, and a helpful hand in all of his softball activities."

Tom Bursca writes:

"Bob is without question, one of the finest Senior softball pitchers that I have played with and against.  He is a true student of the game."

"Also a great hitter, he has consistently been one of if not the top hitter on the team."

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