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July 15, 2013 - New England Collegiate Baseball League (NECBL)
North Adams SteepleCats News Release


RAIN WASHES AWAY TWO MORE DURING 2-3 WEEK FOR 'CATS

The dreaded, season-long trend of rainouts continued earlier this week, as North Adams saw back-to-back road games washed out, first at Vermont on Tuesday and then again at Danbury on Wednesday.

After the rain, the 'Cats returned home for a season-long four-game homestand. The weekend started on a low note, as visiting Newport drubbed North Adams in a 9-0 shutout loss before Saratoga won a previously suspended game to start Friday.

But North Adams rebounded impressively, starting with a thrilling, come-from-behind victory on Friday in the nightcap of a doubleheader against the Brigade. Trailing by four, 5-1, heading into the seventh, the SteepleCats got two runs back before posting three more in the bottom of the ninth thanks to four hit batsmen and two walks - including a walk-off walk - by the Saratoga closer Cameron Tekker.

After that dramatic victory, the SteepleCats kept that momentum rolling into Saturday, as freshman Brad Anderson (Pepperdine) smashed the first home run for a SteepleCat at home this summer to power North Adams to a 5-4 victory against Keene on Saturday.

The Swamp Bats returned the favor on Sunday, buidling an early five-run advantage that proved to be the difference, as the 'Cats rounded out the week with a 5-3 setback against Keene on Sunday at Joe Wolfe Field.

After enjoying an off day on Monday, North Adams opens up a four-game week starting with a road trip to Saratoga Tuesday. The 'Cats will also be on the road Thursday at Danbury before hosting Holyoke on Friday and then another doubleheader against the Westerners on Saturday.

FOUR STEEPLECATS NAMED TO 2013 ALL-STAR TEAM

Four members of the North Adams SteepleCats will represent the Western Division in next Sunday's 2013 New England Collegiate Baseball League (NECBL) All-Star Game, as announced by the league Sunday.

Starting second baseman Joe Landi (URI) and catcher Kevin Martir (Maryland) will join sophomore southpaws Scott Squier (Hawaii) and Joeanthony Rivera (Barry) up at Robbie Mills Field in Laconia, N.H., next week, as the compilation of the league's top talent square off in the NECBL's version of the Midsummer Classic.

The four All-Stars are one shy of last year's five, but also making the trip will be junior Cody Doyle (Cal State LA), who will participate in the Home Run Derby.

The 20th annual NECBL All-Star game will be held on Sunday, July 21st at beautiful Robbie Mills Field in Laconia, New Hampshire.

The festivities in Laconia begin at 1:25 p.m., starting with the 60-yard dash before the league's best power hitters go at it in the Home Run Derby starting at 2 p.m. Following batting practice and pregame introductions and ceremonies, first pitch is slated for 5:30 p.m.

CHICKEN PARM DINNER SET FOR MONDAY

ATTENTION FANS: Mark your calendars for TODAY, Monday, July 15, as your 'Cats are proud to host our first-ever Chicken Parmesan Dinner!

The organization will hold the dinner at Bounti-Fare Restaurant, located at 200 Howland Avenue in Adams, Mass. The dinner will run from 4-7 p.m., and all proceeds will benefit the SteepleCats, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.

In addition to the chicken Parmesan entree, dinner menu will include garlic bread, salad, a selection of coffee or tea, and water, as well as a cash bar and dessert table.

Cost for entry is $10 for adults, and $8 for seniors and children under 12. The night will also feature 50/50 raffles and door prizes.

What: SteepleCats Chicken Parmesan Dinner to benefit the North Adams SteepleCats

Where: Bounti-Fare Restaurant, 200 Howland Ave., Adams, MA

Cost: $10 adults / $8 seniors, children under 12

Additional: Cash bar, dessert table, 50/50 raffle, door prizes

NECBL DIVISION STANDINGS

EASTERN - CURRENT DIVISIONAL STANDINGS THROUGH GAMES OF 07/14/2013

TEAM GP W L PCT GB STREAK LAST10

Newport Gulls 25 17 8 .680 0.0 4W 6-4

Mystic Schooners 26 15 11 .577 2.5 3W 6-4

Ocean State Waves 28 16 12 .571 2.5 2L 6-4

Laconia Muskrats 25 14 11 .560 3.0 1L 5-5

Sanford Mainers 26 11 15 .423 6.5 3L 4-6

Plymouth Pilgrims 27 10 17 .370 8.0 1W 5-5

New Bedford Bay Sox 27 9 18 .333 9.0 2L 4-6

WESTERN - CURRENT DIVISIONAL STANDINGS THROUGH GAMES OF 07/14/2013

TEAM GP W L PCT GB STREAK LAST10

Vermont Mountaineers 24 15 9 .625 0.0 4L 5-5

Saratoga Brigade 24 13 11 .542 2.0 1W 5-5

Holyoke Blue Sox 26 13 13 .500 3.0 1W 4-6

North Adams SteepleCats 26 12 14 .462 4.0 2W 4-6

Keene Swamp Bats 24 11 13 .458 4.0 1L 8-2

Danbury Westerners 26 11 15 .423 5.0 1W 5-5

SCHEDULE UPDATE

Fans, please note the following reschedule dates:

North Adams' canceled game against Danbury from July 2 will be made up as part of a seven-inning doubleheader on Saturday, July 20, beginning at 3 p.m. at Joe Wolfe Field. The second game will begin approximately 30 minutes after the end of the first.

North Adams' scheduled road game against Vermont from Tuesday, June 11, and last Tuesday, July 9, has been rescheduled as part of a seven-inning doubleheader on Monday, July 22, starting at 3:30 p.m.

North Adams' scheduled road game against Danbury from last Wednesday, July 10, has been rescheduled as part of a seven-inning doubleheader on Thursday, July 25, starting at 5 p.m.

PLEASE NOTE ALL SUNDAY START TIMES FOR THE REMAINDER OF THE REGULAR SEASON ARE 4:30 P.M. STARTS.

UPCOMING PROMOTION SCHEDULE

Fans, you do NOT want to any of the action at Joe Wolfe Field this summer. In addition to some of the best collegiate baseball nationwide, the SteepleCats organization will proudly bring back some of your favorite promotions and giveaways from last season and beyond.

Here's a look at what's on tap this week (all times 6:30 unless noted):

Friday, July 19 vs. Holyoke - GAME SPONSOR: Greylock Federal Credit Union / GIVEAWAY: Drawstring Bags!

Saturday, July 20 vs. Danbury (3/6:30 pm) - THEME: Country Night / GIVEAWAY: SteepleCat Seat Cushions!

SANDY HOOK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL BRACELETS

The tragedy at Sandy Hook Elementary School in Newtown, Conn., hit close to home for the NECBL's Danbury Westerners, as Danbury is located just nine miles from Newtown.

In remembrance of the lives lost and support for our friends in Connecticut, this summer NECBL players are wearing a commemorative green ribbon on the side of their hats. In addition, the league is selling a green Sandy Hook Elementary School commemorative bracelet for $5 and 100% of the proceeds will be donated to the Newtown Youth and Family Services organization. This organization has provided countless hours of free counseling services to the victims' families, as well as other services to help aid in the community's recovery. To show your support, please stop by the souvenir stand during any SteepleCats home game and purchase your bracelet for $5.

PREGAME/POSTGAME VIDEO COVERAGE

Fans, even after the last out, there's still more SteepleCats action. For exclusive interviews and coverage, be sure to check our SteepleCats YouTube channel after every game to keep up to date. Be sure to check back and stay updated, you won't want to miss a thing!

LISTEN, WATCH, and FOLLOW EVERY GAME

Can't make it to the field? Follow your team away from the ballpark on Teamline, the official web broadcasting partner of the NECBL! Teamline is your #1 choice to catch your favorite team, at home or on the road. You'll never miss a pitch!

Video webcasts are available at $8 per game, and every audio webcast is available FOR FREE, each and every game! Teamline is the OFFICIAL webcasting partner of the SteepleCats and the NECBL!

Don't forget to download the NECBL Pointstreak App and follow along as you tune in no matter where you are. Search for the app on iTunes today!

FOLLOW THE GAME LIVE ON YOUR SMARTPHONE

If you can't make it out to the ballpark for every game, make sure you download the Pointstreak phone app, allowing you to follow stats and game scores wherever you are. This app is available on iphone, ipad, and android. The links to download are:

For iPhone or iPad or for Android.

DREAM BAT - THE OFFICIAL BAT OF THE STEEPLECATS

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SWING JUICE - The official Energy Drink of the NECBL!

Swing Juice is a proud partner of the NECBL. Locally owned and operated right in Rhode Island, "Swing Juice Energy Drink was designed with a specific blend of ingredients to help with your Focus, Stamina and Energy ahead of and during competition."

Available in four terrific flavors. Log onto www.swingjuice.com for more details and follow them on Twitter at Twitter.com/SwingJuice!

BECOME A CONTRIBUTOR AND SUPPORT YOUR 'CATS!

Believe it or not, in the summer of 2013 we will begin our 12th season as a franchise and as such, we want to make this the most memorable season yet. Our ability to sustain a competitive, successful and memorable team in the smallest market in the NECBL is a testament to the hard work of our volunteers, the tenacity of the players, and the loyalty of our fan base. It is our mission to continue to put a quality team on the field and to create a memorable experience for all fans.

The 2012 season was filled with many wonderful memories and highlights, both on and off the field. Some of the off-field activities included:

- Nearly 20,000 fans coming to the ballpark.

- Visiting all of the local elementary schools to read, meet, and play with our youth.

- Distributed over 3,000 tickets to elementary school students.

- Bringing parents and friends in from all over the country to learn that our area is a special place to visit and live.

- Providing opportunities for our players off field to help them develop life skills through team building and exposure to a variety of activities.

- Sustaining the SteepleCats deep commitment to our community through player participation in our communities and our schools.

As we begin to plan for the 2013 season, the SteepleCats will need the support of our community once again. As a 501 (c) (3) non-profit organization, the SteepleCats are only able to exist and function through the generous support it receives from community businesses, charitable donations of all sizes, and the generous time from our volunteers and host families. To demonstrate your belief that the SteepleCats are a valuable asset to our community, we encourage you to consider making a donation of any size to the SteepleCats organization. Whatever size donation that you can make will help us keep NECBL baseball here in North Adams! You can donate right on our Shop SteepleCats website.

Alternatively, please make your check payable to the North Adams SteepleCats and mail it to P.O. Box 540, North Adams, MA 01247. Thank you for your consideration.



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