NEWSLETTER MARCH 2023 March has arrived which means not only that Autumn is upon us, but also the last month of softball for the 2022/23 season. This month has seen the loss of another Life Member in the death of Dick Cooke who was presented with a Life members badge in 1985. Finals are imminent for all grades with Club Nationals a couple of weeks away for our Men and Womens teams. Club team finals are also on the calendar, which may include some of the club's teams. These are still to be determined with round robins still being played.  |
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As previously mentioned it is National tournament time for the Premier Men and Women of the Club, as well as the Easter Classic for our more Junior players selected in Under 14 to Under 17 teams. Premier Men will be attending the Club Nationals to be held at Rosedale Park from March 15th to 19th. The Premier Women will be attending their Club Nationals to be held at Fraser Park, Hutt Valley from 16th to 19th March. Good skills to both teams, wishing them successful tournaments. ?????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????? 50 CLUB - The 50 Club's first draws for the year have been performed with the following winners for February. Julie Sutton, Craig Joll, Brent Kinghorn, Jodie Lamb, Janette McLeod, Noel Callaghan, Lance Roberts, Hilton Earley, Jordan Twigden, Kaylene Tribe, Stu Kinghorn, Bruce Whelan, Mario Nola, Margaret Walker and Allan Cooke. We have 5 numbers available being 7 - 31 - 37 - 42 and 47 If you would like to be part of the “50 Club” please contact Club Administrator - ramblerssoftball@xtra.co.nz. For just $20 per month you could be in the weekly Friday night draw for 5 meat packs. ********************************************************************* |
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SPOTLIGHT ON --------- PETER JOLL The spotlight has fallen on a long time Life Member this month. Peter Joll was awarded a Mt Albert Ramblers Life Membership in 1983 and became a member of the coveted “70 Club" in 2012. Peter was the recipient of the Paunovic Cup in 1972. Known as one of the “slim men with no hips” or the “swivelhipped” infiielder, Peter was a very agile player for the Ramblers team for many years. A member of the 1963/64 team that won the first round of the Auckland Championship, then went on to be placed third in the John Lennon Trophy played in Hamilton. Peter is married to Carol, who between them have four children, with grandchildren who have also inherited the genes and play on the diamonds around the regions. Grandson Jordan is a well known identity both on and around the diamonds, as well as Liam, who plays senior ball. Grandaughter Aleisha played briefly, however now the great grandchildren are paving the way into the record books, with Freddie Power making a name for himself on the T-ball scene. Peter's two children Craig, also a Life member of Ramblers Softball Club, and Amanda are heavily involved in softball, and can be seen around the parks each and every week. A true gentleman who can be seen at many, if not all games that grandsons Liam and Jordan Twigden, play in, as well as T-ball to support and encourage his great grandson. |
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Condolences to the Cooke family on the passing of husband, father and grandfather, Dick Cooke. Dick became a life member of Mt Albert Ramblers in 1985. Dick started his softball life with Ramblers at 9 years old because he knew a couple of boys in the neighbourhood. Rock Chote and Jack Shanks. Dick played through the grades until he reached the Premier Level and playing for Auckland Softball too. After this he coached the Major 1’s for many many years. He was a driving force behind the laboring and construction of our clubrooms. Dick, along with the support of his lovely wife Mary, spent many years at softball which included all kids playing: Allan, Vivienne and Stephanie. Naturally Allan’s wife Michelle, Vivienne’s husband Ian and Stephanie’s husband Jase (who plays in our Gentleman of Ramblers team) soon learnt to love softball too. This has resulted in Dick’s grandchildren all playing at some stage, with grandson Josh representing NZ in the u19 Junior Black Sox. Great grandchildren Henry & Lily are playing T-Ball, coached by grandad Allan and managed by mum Emma. What a legacy. Along with your dedication to our club, your cheeky smile, and seeing you enjoy a rum and coke, all will be greatly missed. Rest in peace on the diamond in the sky. |
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CONGRATULATIONS CORNER TO Life Members Marion and Brian Roberts on their 60th wedding anniversary. A great achievement worthy of celebration. x-x-x-x-x-x-x-x-x-x-x-x-x-x-x-x-x-x-x-x-x-x-x-x-x-x-x-x-x-x-x-x-x-x-x-x-x-x-x-x-x-x-x-x-x- TO Pure Athletic Mt Albert Ramblers Premier Womens team for winning the Bev Chote Classic Tournament 2023 version. Well played ladies winning the final over Otahuhu 5 runs to 1. This is the third time the Ramblers women have held the trophy high since the tournament inception in 2010. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ TO Katrina Nukunuku on being selected as the MVP at the recent Bev Chote Classic. Well done Katrina. x-x-x-x-x-x-x-x-x-x-x-x-x-x-x-x-x-x-x-x-x-x-x-x-x-x-x-x-x-x-x-x-x-x-x-x TO Ilaria Cacciamani for being awarded top pitcher at the Bev Chote Classic. Congratulations Ilaria. ?????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????? TO Samuel Thompson, Ethan Cowan and Alex Jackson on selection in the Auckland Under 14 Boys team. Georgia Thompson,Sophie D'Arth and Ally Kaleopa on selection in the Auckland Under 14 Girls team. Tyler Twigden, Gabreyl Tahi Tahi and Oliver Reinsfield on selection in Auckland Under 17 Boys team. All these players will be attending the Easter Classic in Pukekohe from 7 - 10th April. ********************************************************************* |
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Team Photos - were taken during the month for all T-ball and Junior teams, as well as Under 19 Boys. >>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>> CLUB PRIZEGIVINGS - have been set for the following dates. T-BALL - Wednesday March 29th commencing 5.30pmJunior - Saturday March 25th commencing 6pmSenior - Saturday April 1st commencing 7pm. Senior $20 per ticket includes Dinner -------------------------------------------------------------------------- BATONS UP - tickets are currently on sale for $20 each, to be drawn at Senior Prizegiving. Great monetary prizes so be in to win. Being sold on Ramblers Facebook page, however if you would like a ticket can email the club. ramblerssoftball@xtra.co.nz. XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX A great initiative by Megan Earley, was commenced to raise $20k for the NZ White Sox and U23 Men, who are travelling to World events later this year. “Who wants to join the team of 1,000 for just $20 as we race towards the target of $20,000! This contributes towards the NZ White Sox to get to Italy and the U23 Major Sox to get to Argentina!” $20 donation can be paid to bank account 06-0193-0083534-03 Ref Ramblers Softball - NZ Sox. Lets get behind our New Zealand teams as they travel overseas to represent us all. ooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo CLUB TROPHIES Nominations are open for the Clubs Prestigious Annual Awards: Paunovic Cup - Ideal Club member https://forms.gle/E9F9UBuoR3Ej125KA Lawrence Whitmore Trophy - Best Club Supporter https://forms.gle/sLfhFY4FY6LnG9gH9 Nominations close 5pm Wednesday March 15th 2023 |
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