The Premier League Hall of Fame honours the leading association football players that have played in the Premier League, the top level of the English football league system. JOE CACCIATORE-Umpire in Chief Dave Marsters, Chiefs ROB ZORIAN-Andre Chiefs & Lexington Blue Sox, TERRENCE BUTT- Gately Rams She was the Negro Leagues champion for team compensation once players began jumping to the Majors, and she argued for Negro Leaguers' inclusion in the Hall of Fame in her later years. Plus, his teams never did anything notable in the playoffs, and he only racked up one All-Pro selection (2012). It was a thrill.. KEVIN OBRIEN- Hosmer Chiefs, Medford Mustangs & Somerville Elms Also, Comments may not go up right away. Green. This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google. Travel through history via artifacts and documents that highlight the games greatest heroes and teams, exploring how baseball has changed throughout the years. He played first base and pitched. STEVE HARTERY-Arlex Oilers When Haverstraw Little League opened its 1973 season the following May, the 550 players on 34 teams in six divisions dedicated the season to the memory of the man who did so much . We are proud of you! Pete Frates- Lexington Blue Sox STEVE CAPOZZI Melrose Rams BILL COOKE- Lexington Blue Sox The Monarchs featured plenty of star power as they claimed six Negro American League pennants in the late 1930s and early 40s, but Home Run Brown -- as he was called by none other than Josh Gibson -- was probably their biggest lineup threat. Contributors/Administrators No waiting period for eligibility. Jim Gigi Cavanaugh, Reading He first worked for Watertown Recreation in 1976 as a Camp Peqoussette Apache Counselor. Mike Kalfopoulos Rams, Chiefs & Americans Watertown News Here youll find household names and overlooked heroes. Welcome to the Hall of fame. Smith often played Robin to Satchel Paiges Batman, spelling Paige in relief for the Monarchs. Jim Melzar, Chiefs GEORGE RAVANIS-Arlex Oilers The following announcement was provided by DEAFinitely, Inc.: To be approved for induction, a candidate must receive a 3/4 vote from the selection committee. In short, stories that connect us all. The next year, a further eight players were inducted. The following information was provided by YardArt Watertown: This is a true honor that is well deserved. The ICL will welcome in the following inductees on June 8: Chuck Andre Chiefs [], The ICL managers have cast their ballots and the votes have been tabulated!! Explore Hank Aarons historic baseball career, from his minor league days to his pursuit of the all-time home run record and his vast philanthropic efforts. Dave Caiazzo, As Coaches Participated for multiple seasons and was part of successful teams and is known to have greatly enhanced the players he/she coached. Joe Driscoll, Umpire BILL BRASSIL-Wakefield Merchants & Hosmer Chiefs The first class of Hall of Famers was selected from the estimated 5,000 players, managers, officials, umpires and others that have participated in the league since its inception. Players Season Award Winners, significant contributor to successful teams, went on to a professional career. Mndez was the first Cuban star of the pre-Negro Leagues era, rising to fame in 1908 after he tossed 25 consecutive scoreless innings across three exhibition games against the Major Leagues Cincinnati Reds. Arthur Hartung, Merchants Nominations can be submitted here. Once an individual has been nominated, their nomination will remain active for a period of 5 years or until such time they are inducted into the Hall of Fame. Discover one-of-a-kind artifacts and get lost in sweeping exhibitions that explore pivotal moments in the game and its impact far beyond the field. One story states that he was timed going around the bases in just 12 seconds. Green's No. Centola, a former Massachusetts Bowling Association candlepin champion, is the Director of Recreation in Watertown, where, among other things, he oversees Victory Field, home of the Watertown Reds. The Hall of Fame committee wrote up the following profile of Centola: Presence is defined as the impressive manner, appearance, bearing or air of a person. MIKE BROWNE Umpire Through the years, Centola also worked in the Watertown Public Schools and for Watertown Recreation. SHANAN KNOX- Lexington Blue Sox The Intercity Baseball League Hall of Fame induction dinner will be held on Saturday, Nov. 11, 2017, at Montvale Plaza in Stoneham. Day used a deceptive side-armed delivery to rival Satchel Paige as the Negro Leagues greatest ace, even outdueling Paige in the 1942 Negro League World Series. Dave Clivio Player (Chiefs & Mustangs) He did not give up and would play with the other "River Rats" at the park along the Charles River near Charles River Road. Three years later, he outhit the Babe in an offseason matchup between the Yankees and Hilldale Daisies. In 1947, Brown got a brief shot at the Majors with the St. Louis Browns, knocking the first AL homer by an African-American player. Seek out and celebrate your heroes, and explore online and in-person exhibits commemorating the history and impact of the game. Introducing the Hall of Fame Starting Nine, a scavenger hunt built for the ultimate baseball fan. PETER PARR- Wakefield Merchants Bell may well have been the fastest man to ever play baseball, revered for his ability to beat out a two-hopper or bunt his way to extra bases. Suttles hit the first homer in the history of the East-West All-Star Game in 1933, and he won the exhibition with a walk-off, three-run blast in the 11th inning two years later. Torrientes legend was built on a national scale in 1920, when he outhit and outhomered Babe Ruth during a nine-game exhibition series in Cuba. Formed in 2006 to recognize, honor and celebrate individuals for their outstanding achievements and contributions in the American Hockey League, the AHL Hall of Fame is housed online at ahlhalloffame.com and is accessible to fans worldwide with the click of a mouse as part of the AHL Internet Network. Ill bet some day Watertown is going to be recognizing your achievements here at the Recreation Dept. BRIAN TISBERT-Lexington Blue Sox Said Satchel Paige of Charlestons ability: You had to see him to believe him.. Green's final two seasons in the league with the Arizona Cardinals were unimpressive, with the former Georgia star tallying 1,084 receiving yards and five TD catches. One of his players at UMass-Boston, Steve Coffey, was taken in the Major League Baseball drafted. BUTCH MARTEL- Melrose Rams The figures immortalized here inspired generations. These days Peter Centola can be seen around Watertowns recreation facilities as the towns Director of Recreation, but in his younger days baseball was his life. MARK SULLIVAN- Augustines As & Somerville Red Sox & Somerville Elms Not only were you unbelievable to watch play, but you also made every game and practice memorable. Even in advanced age, Paige still befuddled many a big league hitter. Graceful with the glove and dangerous with the bat, Leonard was a top candidate to break the color barrier before Jackie Robinson. And they all capped their careers with the greatest play of all. FRAN DEANGELIS- Hosmer Chiefs Dave Polcari, Chiefs Centola played for 10 years in the very competitive adult baseball league for the Arlington-based Grannan Club, which turned into Holovack and Coughlin. "It was a thrill.". Hall of Fame Tournament. Included are the late Adam Keenan and Bill Terlecky, the first three league alumni to play Major League Baseball, as well as our "Founding Fathers" in former Commissioner Chris Hall and original owners and operators of Futures League teams. All decisions made by the Hall of Fame Selection Committee are final. He fielded 11 separate Hall of Fame players on his roster at various points, aggressively assembling top-end clubs year-in and year-out. Part 4: Conclusions. Second base was just the beginning for the lanky Cuban native, who would master every position on the diamond save catcher as he filled out his frame. 11/13/10: A capacity crownd of almost 400 friends, fans and Intercity League legends were on hand for the ICL's "First Hall of Fame, Awards and Reunion" Dinner that was held on Friday at the Montvale Plaza in Stoneham. We can only go by legends (He could get into bed before the lights got dark He stole two bases on one pitch), but perhaps no American athlete -- including the great Jesse Owens -- had more stories spun about his speed. Sammy Greenwood- Hosmer Chiefs His imposing size alone was enough to get an opponents attention, but it was his consistent night in night out, year in year out production that rendered him the heart and soul, the presence, in Arlingtons Grannan and Holovak & Coughlin lineups, one of which, the 1986 Grannan Club, Centola led to the Intercity League playoff finals won by the Melrose Rams. When the color line was drawn for good in 89, restricting African Americans from the International League, Grant went on to star for the Cuban Giants and other African-American ballclubs until the turn of the century. Fifteen years ago, the Baseball Hall of Fame inducted 17 people from the Negro leagues. Centola got cut from youth baseball at the age of 7. Hank Landers, Chiefs No insults, slights or personal attacks. Steve Freker Media (Medford Mercury/Malden Evening News) BOB SPINNEY- Hosmer Chiefs Charleston could do it all: Hit close to .400, steal a base with ease, run down a liner in the gap or nail a baserunner. Kansas City won six Negro American League pennants and one Negro League World Series title with Smith coming out of the bullpen. John Brickley, As In 1939, Dandridge left the United States and authored a separate legend across 11 seasons in Mexico. The election came with some controversy and has been followed by silence. As part of the inaugural class of 2021, eight players were inducted; Alan Shearer, Thierry Henry, Eric Cantona, Roy Keane, Frank Lampard, Dennis Bergkamp, Steven Gerrard, and David Beckham. Congratulations Peter! Jimmy Quinn Player-Manager (North Cambridge) An all around athlete, Centola, who in 1978 graduated from St. Patrick's High School in Watertown having been chosen Herald All- Scholastic in basketball as a senior and the Catholic Suburban League MVP in baseball following both his junior and senior years, also flashed an above average glove at first base, saving numerous infield errors with agility that complemented his 6'4 target. Still, Grant led the International Leagues Buffalo squad in hitting each year from 1886-88. They left their mark, brought fans together, and made dreams come true. His baseball career did not get off to an auspicious start. DEAN KOULOURIS-Wakefield Merchants He has been the commissioner of the Watertown Mens Summer Basketball League for 33 years. Coaches eligible after ending their active coaching career in FCBL; who have managed or coached for a minimum of 2 seasons in the league. Eddie Landry-North Cambridge Kevin Giannino-Augustine As A star before the organized Negro National League brought more eyes to African-American baseball, Hill's range and arm were legendary, with tales told often at the turn of the century. Though he was often overshadowed by bigger names, Brown was the Homestead Grays Sunday Pitcher -- the popular term at the time for the ace who could draw a crowd -- throughout the franchises dynastic run of nine straight Negro National League pennants. Charlie Patterson, Reading MIKE CONNOLLY- Augustines As John Moore, Merchants More >. Bill Kelly- Reading Town Team & Hosmer Chiefs The items within the Archives and Collections come in a variety of shapes and sizes - ranging from large three-dimensional artifacts to photographic slides and everything . Your email address will not be published. New members will serve three-year terms on the committee. 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