ARIZONA 2019
As the Moondogs prepare for our trip to Arizona for the Over 65 World Series, we thank Coach Patrick Cartier and the Riverdawg Rebels and members of the EABL for a great exhibition game at Easton's Hackett Park. We got to face the future baseball stars and the future looks bright.There's nothing better than playing fall baseball.
Enjoy the photos from the game.
Enjoy the photos from the game.
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Arizona 2019 did not go as planned. We played very poorly and for the first time in 10 years, we did not advance out of the bracket and into the playoffs. With a bracket record of 1-4, we were all disappointed. Maybe 2020 will be different...or at least better.
After a stellar career at East Stroudsburg University, former closer Rich Wescoe takes the mound against a very good Minnesota Bandits team during the 2019 MSBL World Series. Game played at Goodyear Stadium.
2018 World Series Team, Phoenix, Arizona
Front row: Mike DiMino, Jim McRoberts, Don Jean, Randy Fleck, Chris Means, Tim Todd
Back row: Reds Bruno, Steve Klein, Dick Prue, Barry Peterman, Turk Starniri, Rich Wescoe, Gene Vincent, Jeff Cardinal,
Dennis Ritter, Mike Heck, Tom Czysz, Mike Zuk, Keith Schaffer.
Back row: Reds Bruno, Steve Klein, Dick Prue, Barry Peterman, Turk Starniri, Rich Wescoe, Gene Vincent, Jeff Cardinal,
Dennis Ritter, Mike Heck, Tom Czysz, Mike Zuk, Keith Schaffer.
...and sometimes we get a chance between games to relax, play cards, or discuss
other worldly matters.
other worldly matters.
Since 1988 we have been playing in the MSBL World Series in Arizona. The first years in the Over 30 Division , then in he Over 40 Division, and as of 2009 in the Over 55 Division.
We have been competitive in most years winning MSBL National Championships in 1996, 1998, 2003 and 2015. In 2008 and 2009, as members of the NABA we captured that organization's Over 55 National Championship.
We've had many sponsors including: VSAS Orthopaedics, Banko Beverage, Starter's Pub, Straight Arrow, Shruty's Pub
We've all grown older together , not always wiser, but always came to play- win or lose.
We have been competitive in most years winning MSBL National Championships in 1996, 1998, 2003 and 2015. In 2008 and 2009, as members of the NABA we captured that organization's Over 55 National Championship.
We've had many sponsors including: VSAS Orthopaedics, Banko Beverage, Starter's Pub, Straight Arrow, Shruty's Pub
We've all grown older together , not always wiser, but always came to play- win or lose.
In 2015, the Moondogs had a lot of celebrating to do as we captured our 6th World Series Championship in Arizona.
The ring ceremony at Three Mugs Pub in March validated all that we worked for.
The ring ceremony at Three Mugs Pub in March validated all that we worked for.
SHRUTY'S PUB MOONDOGS
2015 MSBL WORLD SERIES CHAMPIONS
OVER 60 DIVISION
2015 was a great year to be a Moondog in Arizona. The Moondogs finished runners-up in the Over 65 Division but in the following week, won it all in the Over 60.
In the semi finals, MVP Dennis Kinney hurled a 5-4 complete game victory over the Greenwood Ridge Dragons and
Dan Waelchli got the nod in the Championship yielding just 4 hits over 6 1/3 innings for a 5-2 victory over pre-tournament favorites California Tribe.
Bob Fatzinger caught both the semi and final game.
Randy Fleck led the way with a hefty 530 batting average.
In the semi finals, MVP Dennis Kinney hurled a 5-4 complete game victory over the Greenwood Ridge Dragons and
Dan Waelchli got the nod in the Championship yielding just 4 hits over 6 1/3 innings for a 5-2 victory over pre-tournament favorites California Tribe.
Bob Fatzinger caught both the semi and final game.
Randy Fleck led the way with a hefty 530 batting average.
Pitcher Dennis Kinney, catcher Bob Fatzinger
Watch the slide show, 2015 MSBL World Series
In 2014 the Shruty's Pub Moondogs finished the bracket with 4 wins and 2 losses. We finished as the
number 2 seed in the bracket and played the San Antonio Yankees in the quarter-finals.
After trailing by an 9-1 score, the Moondogs tied the score at 9 and lost the contest by an 11-10 final.
SHRUTY'S PUB MOONDOGS OVER 60 WORLD SERIES TEAM
Front row: Randy Fleck, Dan Jukich, Jim McRoberts, Joe Maguilio, Luis Rodriguez, Mino Cruz, Don Jean, Dick Prue
Top row: Turk Starniri, Rich Lewis, Bob Patterson, Bill Bronec, Ed Bartholomew, Dennis Ritter,
Barry Peterman, Tim Todd, Tom Czysz, Gene Leitgeb
Slide show entitled "Behind the Fence". Photos by Judy Czysz
ARIZONA SUNSETS, Photos by Kim Yocom
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2013 marked the first Father-Son World Series Team. It was a concept which began during the Diamond Dreams Charity Marathon and was a great experience for all.
The enthusiasm has already spread into the Valley and it looks like the 2014 team will be even stronger.
If you are interested in participating, please use the contact us page. Youth players must be at least15 years old.
2013 World Series Photos by: Karen Prue, Kim Yocom, Judy Czysz, & Turk Starniri Jr.
The enthusiasm has already spread into the Valley and it looks like the 2014 team will be even stronger.
If you are interested in participating, please use the contact us page. Youth players must be at least15 years old.
2013 World Series Photos by: Karen Prue, Kim Yocom, Judy Czysz, & Turk Starniri Jr.
2013 Father-Son Team, Arizona World Series
Front row: Ben Hudock, Ed Emery, Mike Heck, Adam Fleck, Ron Wentz Jr.
Back row: Chad Waelchli, Ton Czysz, Greg Czysz, Turk Starniri, Dan Waelchli, Ted DeLong, Brian Lopes, Curt Lopes, Mike DeLong
Ed Bartholomew, Zack Kantor, Randy Fleck
Greg Czysz and Ben Hudock watches the action.
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Dan Waelchli pitches to son Chad
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Zack Kantor & Ed Bartholomew Benjamin Hudock & Ed Emery Greg Czysz & Tom Czysz
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Mike DeLong & Ted DeLong
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Chad Waelchli & Dan Waelchli
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Ron Wentz Jr., Curt Lopes, Brian Lopes & Mike Heck
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Adam Fleck & Randy Fleck
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Ed Bartholomew, Adam Fleck & Chad Waelchli
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Ben Hudock Randy Fleck to Ted De Long
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Liberty High School and NCACC pitcher Zack Kantor
against Utah in the opening game of the 2013
Father-Son World Series in Phoenix.
against Utah in the opening game of the 2013
Father-Son World Series in Phoenix.
Tom Czysz: pitcher, catcher, 2nd baseman, and hitter
The Moondogs captured the Over 65 World Series Championship in Phoenix, Oct 21-26
Over 65 Manager Dick Prue, examines line-up for game.
Our thanks to
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Tony Spidale with Over 65 Championship trophy at
Tempe Diablo Stadium, Oct 27, 2013
Tempe Diablo Stadium, Oct 27, 2013
Turk Starniri
2013 Moondogs, Over 60 Runners-up, Phoenix, Az.
L-R Front Mino Cruz, Gordon Santee, Gary Search, Don Jean, Jim McRoberts, Randy Fleck, Tom George,
Dennis Kinney
L-R Back: Bob Fatzinger, Rich Wescoe, Gene Leitgeb, Barry Peterman, Ted DeLong, Dan Waelchli, Turk Starniri,
Mike Zuk, Dennis Ritter, Tony Spidale, Mike Heck,Tom Czysz, Dick Prue, Adam Fleck
Dennis Kinney
L-R Back: Bob Fatzinger, Rich Wescoe, Gene Leitgeb, Barry Peterman, Ted DeLong, Dan Waelchli, Turk Starniri,
Mike Zuk, Dennis Ritter, Tony Spidale, Mike Heck,Tom Czysz, Dick Prue, Adam Fleck
1st baseman Barry Peterman tags out Bill "Spaceman" Lee
during the Championship game against Chicago.
during the Championship game against Chicago.
While scorekeeper Gordon Santee writes the lineup,
Manager Turk Starniri & Dick Prue discuss semi-final
game against Rhode Island Salty Dogs..
Manager Turk Starniri & Dick Prue discuss semi-final
game against Rhode Island Salty Dogs..
Barry Peterman Dennis Kinney
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Mike Zuk
On the final night in Arizona, the Kangaroo Kourt takes place under the jurisdiction of
Judge Nilla Nijaro
District Attorney is Major Park from
Myrtle Beach
Judge Nilla Nijaro
District Attorney is Major Park from
Myrtle Beach
Kim Yokom pays $1.00 fine to
Kourt Klerk Dr. Taffy Saylor after
being found guilty of a trumped
up charge.
Kourt Klerk Dr. Taffy Saylor after
being found guilty of a trumped
up charge.
Over 55 World Series, 2012
Bruce Alpaugh & Kurt Schreefer
Jimmy McRoberts & Bob Stocker
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Tom George
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Dave Palumbo
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Kurt with Chuck Hemsley
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Keith Schaffer
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Randy Fleck & Chris Choiniere
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Third Baseman Randy Fleck to Kurt Schreefer Chris Choiniere at Papago
Tony Spidale, Dennis Ritter, & Jeff Cardinal
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Chris Choiniere and Dennis Ritter cover the steal against the Sacramento Tribe.
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Arizona signs
2012 World Series, Over 60 Moondogs
photos by Karen Prue & Judy Czysz
Turk Starniri
Front: Dan Waelchli, Bob Fatzinger, Mike Heck, Gordon Santee, Gary Search, Tom George, Ron Deibert, Trini Huertas,
Dick Prue
Back Row: Randy Fleck, Tony Spidale, Dennis Kinney, Turk Starniri, Ed Bartholomew, Dennis Ritter, Barry Peterman,
Don Robertson, Rich Wescoe, Gene Leitgeb, Tom Czysz, Bruce Alpaugh, Mike Zuk
Bruce Alpaugh & Bob Fatzinger
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Dan Waelchli
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Tom George & Rich Wescoe
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Ed Bartholomew & Barry Peterman
Crosswords and Sudoku
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Gordon Santee
Trini Huertas & Dennis Ritter
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Barry Peterman
Gary Search
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After every game, the Moondogs gathered for a prayer to remember the family and friends back
home in the Lehigh Valley as
they struggled with the ravages of Hurricane Sandy.
Fortunately, our loved one were not harmed but
much property was damaged.
home in the Lehigh Valley as
they struggled with the ravages of Hurricane Sandy.
Fortunately, our loved one were not harmed but
much property was damaged.
Tom Czysz
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Mike Heck
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Rich
Wescoe |
Mike Zuk
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Reggie Jackson, Rollie Fingers & Dennis Kinney
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On Thursday March 7, the Over 60 World Series team
met at Starters Pub to receive spikes which were awarded
for their 2nd place finish in Arizona in 2012.
We're sure we would have preferred rings by winning the
National Championship but there's always 2013.
Pictured are: Dan Waelchli, Mike Zuk, Randy Fleck,
and Rich Wescoe
met at Starters Pub to receive spikes which were awarded
for their 2nd place finish in Arizona in 2012.
We're sure we would have preferred rings by winning the
National Championship but there's always 2013.
Pictured are: Dan Waelchli, Mike Zuk, Randy Fleck,
and Rich Wescoe
Tom Czysz & Barry Peterman
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Tony Spidale & Dick Prue
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2012 Final Four
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Ed Bartholomew & Turk Starniri
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Mike Heck
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Rich Wescoe & Tom George
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On the last evening of our week in Arizona, The Moondogs gather for
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Major Park and Nilla Nijaro preside over the
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MSBL 2011 World Series, Phoenix, Az, Over 55 Division.
In 2011 the Mooondogs were victims of a lack of offense as the team struggled throughout the bracket totalling just 43 hits in 8 games.
However pitchers Bruce Alpaugh, Dave Palumbo, Dennis Kinney, Gary Prugh, and Barry Peterman were key in the 4-2 record in bracket play.
In the first round of the playoffs, Barry Peterman continued his dominance with a 4-0 victory over Minnesota. Peterman piched 17 strong innings during the tournament
an did not allow a run.
In the semi-final Dennis Kinney piched 11 innings but the Moondogs continued to struggle offensively and were eliminated fron the World Series with a loss to Sacramento 4-3.
All photos courtesy of Nancy Zuk Ellis and A.E. Radclyffe III
However pitchers Bruce Alpaugh, Dave Palumbo, Dennis Kinney, Gary Prugh, and Barry Peterman were key in the 4-2 record in bracket play.
In the first round of the playoffs, Barry Peterman continued his dominance with a 4-0 victory over Minnesota. Peterman piched 17 strong innings during the tournament
an did not allow a run.
In the semi-final Dennis Kinney piched 11 innings but the Moondogs continued to struggle offensively and were eliminated fron the World Series with a loss to Sacramento 4-3.
All photos courtesy of Nancy Zuk Ellis and A.E. Radclyffe III
The Moonogs, 2011 World Series Team
Back row: Jeff Cardinal, Mike Zuk, Dick Prue, Ted DeLong, Mike Heck, Gene Leitgeb, Dennis Kinney, Bruce Alpaugh, Jim McRoberts,
Barry Peterman, Tom Czycz, Gary Prugh, Bob Stocker, Dave Palumbo
Front row: Randy Fleck, Tom George, Rich Wescoe, Gordon Santee, Bob Thomas, Brad Trump, Turk Starniri Jr.
Tom
George |
Bob Stocker
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Seat backs and trays in the upright position, seat belts securely
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Turk Starniri Jr. against Sacramento
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Randy Fleck at
Scottsdale Stadium |
Former Emmaus Green Hornets
Randy Fleck
Brad Trump Gene Leitgeb Mike Heck |
Former Millersville University teammates pitcher Gary Prugh (Class of '79) and catcher Jeff Cardinal ('81)
compete in the 2011 World Series.
The Marauder battery cruised to a 11-1 Moondog victory against the eventual World Series Champion
San Diego Stars.
compete in the 2011 World Series.
The Marauder battery cruised to a 11-1 Moondog victory against the eventual World Series Champion
San Diego Stars.
Jeff Cardinal
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Barry Peterman
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Dennis Kinney
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Pre-game
Turk Starniri &
Bob Thomas 
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Bob Thomas
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Bruce Alpaugh scores in the 9th.
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Bruce Alpaugh, first pitch against the L.A. Athletics at Scottsdale Stadium. It was a complete game 2-1 Moondog victory.
Mike Zuk scores in the 8th.
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Scorekeeper
Gordon Santee |
Gary Prugh Dave Palumbo Gene Leitgeb Jim McRoberts
Mike Heck, Gene Leitgeb & Tom Czycz Rich Wescoe Randy Fleck, Mike Zuk, & Bruce Alpaugh
The Camelback Marriott, October 18, 2011
100 degrees in Arizona, 8 games in 6 days...
sometimes you catch a nap whenever you can.
sometimes you catch a nap whenever you can.
From left:
Jim McRoberts
Bob Thomas
Mike Zuk
Gary Prugh
Turk Starniri Jr.
Dave Palumbo
Dennis Kinney
Randy Fleck
Jim McRoberts
Bob Thomas
Mike Zuk
Gary Prugh
Turk Starniri Jr.
Dave Palumbo
Dennis Kinney
Randy Fleck
On the last evening in Arizona, a Kangaroo Court was held where various charges were levied on behalf of the Moondog Nation.
The charges were brought by Judge Nilla Nijaro & Prosecuting Attorney Major Park.
Dr. Taffy Saylor served as the Jury Foreman.
Judge Nilla Nijaro
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Prosecuting Attorney Major Park
Pretty in
pink Don't you think ? |
Dr. Taffy Saylor reviews the court docket.
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Gordon Santee takes the stand as a
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Defendants awaiting charges.
Adam Fleck awaits his day in court
as he hears charges of the excessive use of "Dude" and "Bro" |
Prosecutor Park interrogates Gene Leitgeb
Mike Heck is found guilty and pays a fine of $1
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The Moondogs, 2010
Front: Sam Crivellaro, Turk Starniri Jr., Rich Wescoe, Gordon Santee,Jim McRoberts, Ron Deibert, Randy Fleck
Back: Rick McGeehan, Dick Prue, Rich Lewis,Dennis Kinney, Barry Peterman, Frank John, Dennis Ritter, Mike Heck, Don Jean,
Dave Palumbo, Tom Czycz, Ted DeLong, Gene Leitgeb, Mike Zuk, Bob Zerfass
After the game,
Gordon Santee told this umpire that she would be better off staying home and cleaning the stove and cooking. My thought exactly. I should have told her that after she ejected me. |
Randy Fleck, Mike Zuk, & Turk Starniri Jr.
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Gordon Santee
Pre-game |
Sam Crivellaro & Turk Starniri Jr.
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Barry Peterman
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Jim McRoberts
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Rich Lewis
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Rick McGeehan
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The Moondogs, 2009
National Adult Baseball Association Over 55 National Champions
Front: Randy Fleck, Frank ":Earl" Walters, Ted DeLong, Don jean, Dennis Kinney, Bob Thomas, Dick Prue, Jim McRoberts,
Rich Wescoe
Back: Bob Zerfass, Ron Guido, Ron Deibert, Tony Spidale, Trini Huertas, Frank John, Barry Peterman, Dennis Ritter, Mike Zuk,
Turk Starniri Jr.
Rich Wescoe
Back: Bob Zerfass, Ron Guido, Ron Deibert, Tony Spidale, Trini Huertas, Frank John, Barry Peterman, Dennis Ritter, Mike Zuk,
Turk Starniri Jr.
Rich Wescoe & Dennis Ritter Ron Deibert Dick Prue Barry Peterman Turk Starniri Jr. & Dennis Kinney
With Championship trophy:
Don Jean & Randy Fleck Ted DeLong & Rich Wescoe Ron Deibert Barry Peterman & Dennis Kinney
The Moondogs await the Championship
Trophy
Trophy
Tony Spidale & Dick Prue Dennis Ritter
Second baseman
Ron Guido |
Don Jean receives MVP
Trophy from Director Hector Garcia |
Rascals Moondogs, 2008 NABA National Champions
The final out...
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Let the celebration begin
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Don Jean
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Frank John, semi-final victory against Sacramento
Sacramento
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Mike Zuk, rbi Double
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Hector Garcia congratulates Don Robertson and Moondog teammates during the post game ceremony
at Tempe Diablo Stadium.
The real celebration occurred 1 hour later at the LaQuinta.
at Tempe Diablo Stadium.
The real celebration occurred 1 hour later at the LaQuinta.
Before the start of the
Championship game,
Gordon Santee honors America.
Championship game,
Gordon Santee honors America.
Steve Brescia
& Mike Zuk ID's please. |
Dennis Ritter, 2008
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Randy Fleck Turk Starniri Jr. Don Robertson Tom George
National Adult Baseball Association, World Champions, 2008
Front: Dennis Bishop, Jim McRoberts, Tony Spidale, Trini Huertas, Randy Fleck, Bob Thomas, Tom George, Turk Starniri Jr., Dick Prue Back: Bob Zerfass, Frank John, Don Robertson, Ted DeLong, Gordon Santee, Dennis Ritter, Don Jean, Mike Zuk
Trini Huertas &
Bob Zerfass, 2008 |
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Manager Turk Starniri Jr. and Coach Dick Prue receives
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Don Jean
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Tony Spidale
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Gordon Santee
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Nilla's birthday party at The Mining Camp, Globe, Arizona
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Starters Pub Moondogs, 2003 Men's Senior Baseball League National Champions
Back: Mike Zuk, Stan Dyrek, Dick Prue, Tony Falcinelli, Barry Peterman, Mike Witkowski, Don Jean,Dennis Hock, Bob Zerfass
Middle: Turk Starniri Jr., Dennis Ritter, Rich Wescoe, Ed Bartholomew, Trini Huertas, Tony Spidale, Randy Fleck, Tom George
Gordon Santee
Front: John Entwistle, Steve Brescia, Bob Thomas, Ray Ganser, Jim McRoberts, Bob Fatzinger
Starters Pub Moondogs' Dennis Ritter scores from 1st base
on an infield single by Randy Fleck.
2003 CHAMPIONSHIP GAME
on an infield single by Randy Fleck.
2003 CHAMPIONSHIP GAME
Moondog World Series team, 50 Hours of Baseball, 2002
Banko's Moondogs, 2002 MSBL World Series
Moondogs, Arizona, 1997
Front: Sam Crivellaro, Tony Falcinelli, Randy Fleck, Ken Wellington, Ed Bartholomew, Tom George, Joe Maguilo, Trini Huertas
Back: Turk Starniri, Gordon Santee, Keith Schaffer, Don Jean, Brad Moharter, Frank John, Jim Schaffer, Ed Wandler, Bob Zerfass
Starters Pub Moondogs, 2004
Front: Randy Fleck, Jim McRoberts, Hannnah Thomas, Rick McGeehan, Stan Dyrek, Bob Thomas
Middle; Gary Search, John Entwistle, Ray Ganser, Tony Spidale, Tom George, Dell Buss, Tony Falcinelli,Johnny King
Back: Willie Leonardi, Gordon Santee, Mike Witkowski, Dennis Hock, Dick Prue, Ed Bartholomew, Turk Starniri Jr., Barry Peterman
Mike Zuk, Dennis Ritter, Bob Zerfass, Tim Fisher
Tex-Mex poses for an informal team photo with members of the Moondogs.
They handle defeat well. Bob Thomas just beat them 3-2 to
advance the Moondogs to the playoffs.
They handle defeat well. Bob Thomas just beat them 3-2 to
advance the Moondogs to the playoffs.
Tri City Diamonds, Arizona, 1990
Back row: Brian Price, Marty Remaley, Frank John
Ed Musselman, Bob Ruyak, Tom Magilton,
Turk Starniri Jr., Larry Fry
Front row: Randy Fry, Gary Prugh, Jim Martin,
Ed Bartholomew, Ed Rodriguez, Willie Flores
Ed Musselman, Bob Ruyak, Tom Magilton,
Turk Starniri Jr., Larry Fry
Front row: Randy Fry, Gary Prugh, Jim Martin,
Ed Bartholomew, Ed Rodriguez, Willie Flores
Between games, 1989
Gary Prugh, on the mound against Texas, 1990
Tri City Diamonds, 1989
Front: Ed Bartholomew, Trini Huertas, Del Buss,
Jim Gerber, Bob Fatzinger
Middle: Jim McRoberts, Tom George, Mike Witkowski,
Dan Wealchli, Gary Search, Neal Eichelberger
Back: Rob Ruyak, Santos Martinez, Turk Starniri Jr.,
Don Jean, Ken Gourley, Dr. Chas. Brooks
Jim Gerber, Bob Fatzinger
Middle: Jim McRoberts, Tom George, Mike Witkowski,
Dan Wealchli, Gary Search, Neal Eichelberger
Back: Rob Ruyak, Santos Martinez, Turk Starniri Jr.,
Don Jean, Ken Gourley, Dr. Chas. Brooks
The First World Series team, 1988
Front: George Duffy, Ron Worrich, Mark Glassmire
Ed Rodriguez, Ed Mussleman, Pete Long,
Jim Gerber, Ron Greensweig
Back: Joe Cassaza, Alex Barry, Tim Boland
Tom Feichtel, Rick Keppel, Dennis Bressler,
Bob gary, Turk Starniri jr., Ed Bartholomew
deceased
Front: George Duffy, Ron Worrich, Mark Glassmire
Ed Rodriguez, Ed Mussleman, Pete Long,
Jim Gerber, Ron Greensweig
Back: Joe Cassaza, Alex Barry, Tim Boland
Tom Feichtel, Rick Keppel, Dennis Bressler,
Bob gary, Turk Starniri jr., Ed Bartholomew
deceased
Ed Bartholomew
and Jim Gerber |
"Hey Ed, can I borrow the car tonight? My wife set
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