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| Sept. 24, 2023 cuda65 | Topic: Tournaments Discussion: Does anyone know the top three finishers in the 85 division at the Worlds? The new discussion topic is really my question. Top three finishers in the 85 division. |
| Dec. 7, 2022 cuda65 | Topic: General and miscellaneous Discussion: Minutemen, Pepco SFS Cuda here from deep south Texas. So sorry to hear about the passing of Barry. I really did not know him that well since he was of a later era, but I watched him play over the years and admired his hitting ability. You can be sure I share your sorrow. |
| July 24, 2022 cuda65 | Topic: Players looking to join a team Discussion: 85 Team needing a player for Vegas ? Does any 85 team need a player for Vegas? I can play any infield position and have played on some very good National Championship teams in the past. Obviously I`m not as strong as I once was, but at 83, I think I can help a team . Give me a call. Chuck 956-802-3663 |
| May 6, 2022 cuda65 | Topic: Teams looking for players Discussion: New York Statesmen 85 Team Ron, Chuck Barracato here, give me at call 956-802-3663 |
| Oct. 8, 2021 cuda65 | Topic: Players looking to join a team Discussion: Any 85 team going to the Winter Nationals in Ft Myers or Phoenix that can use another player? Any 85 team going to Ft. Myers or Phoenix that can use a player even as a replacement or as a temporary player, give me a call. I`ve played on some very good teams on both sides of the Mississippi River. I can play first or second or over the middle. I`ll be 83 next year, so I`m on the younger side of the age group. If interested, give me a call. That is Chuck at 956-802-3663 |
| May 16, 2021 cuda65 | Topic: General and miscellaneous Discussion: Change in the batters box rule Maintain Man in my view is on point. I am only 5`10 inches tall, plus on occasion I do step into a pitch and have a 32 inch inseam. I have been called out on more than one occasion. Every time I have been called out, I was hitting to right field. It seems to me rules are made and enforced to prevent one team or player from gaining an advantage. I fail to see how by my foot being one inch in front of the batters box front line gains me one single advantage. Talking to one umpire at a tournament after being called out and asking his opinion, He gave me this response. Unless you are hitting the middle, I would not call you out. This conversation was not on the playing field but near the concession stand and that umpire was not involved with my game. In a previous subject on this message board, the infield fly rule was discussed and Umpires judgement was paramount. I`m 81 years old and even if I hit the middle, it would be a routine out for any pitcher. And yet I`ve seen a 60 year old monster stay in the box and hit the middle crushing the pitchers knee cap. Just my opinion. |
| Dec. 22, 2020 cuda65 | Topic: Players looking to join a team Discussion: Need a player for the T.O.C in January? Eighty one year old player looking to join a team that is need of a player for the TOC. I have played on several National Championship teams, and can play first or second or over the middle. If you have a need for another player , feel free to give me a call. That is Cuda at 956-802-3663 |
| Nov. 4, 2020 cuda65 | Topic: Website comments Discussion: Looking for some advice Players, that is both men and women, looking for some sage advice. I have sciatica and have suffered it for years. I had an x-ray and it was discovered I have Anteriolisthesis, which is not just a slipped disc, but a misalignment of the vertebra itself. The remedy surgically requires a spine fusion where rods are screwed into the two vertebra to stabilize the spine. I`m 81 but in decent shape. Any one with experience with this disorder or have had friends undergo this procedure? Opinions and advice are welcomed. Cuda |
| Jan. 8, 2020 cuda65 | Topic: Players looking to join a team Discussion: Any 80 team looking for a player or two for the T.O.C Tournament in February. One possibly two players from the Cleveland, Ohio area inquiring if any 80 team may need possibly one or two players. I can play 2nd base or the middle and my friend plays the outfield. Both have 20 or more years of experience in Senior ball on some very successful teams. If you can use us and the situation is right, give Chuck a call at 956-802-3663. Thanks... |
| Nov. 30, 2019 cuda65 | Topic: General and miscellaneous Discussion: Rotator Cuff Surgery Gary, I had a completely different experience. At 78 years old, I fell off my bike on a wet railroad track and tore two tendons completely away from the bone.I could not lift my arm .I came on the message board at the time and inquired about the advisability of getting surgery. Many responders were very optimistic about the surgery and advised that I go ahead and get it done.. when I inquired on their ages....50, 49, 58... For those guys , they had 20 or 30 years left to possibly play ball. At 78, my decision was to rehab it on my own. I used rubber bands and weights and after three years or so, I can throw. Please note, although I can throw, it still is an 80 year old arm. It`s tough to throw someone out from deep short..The best to you Gary..It was just my two cents.. |
| Nov. 29, 2019 cuda65 | Topic: Rules of the game Discussion: Opinions on being called out of the batters box Wow, thanks ladies and gents. Just as I had hoped, I got some valuable opinions on the subject. Nancy Allen`s was valuable in that the pitcher can move about, but he batter is restricted to a 3 by 7 foot coffin. lol Other comments such as if the back foot is still within the designated area, how does the batter gain an advantage? When I was called out, my 10 and one half foot shoe was maybe 2 inches away from the line. Note, that only happens when I want to go backside..Thanks all again...Solution. Batter called out when the back foot is outside the box. |
| Nov. 27, 2019 cuda65 | Topic: Rules of the game Discussion: Opinions on being called out of the batters box Thanks B.J. I appreciate your response. I stand near the front of the plate because most pitches that I see are short pitches that I tend to hit into ground balls. I neglected to point out that I walk into pitches. I still contend that I gain no advantage. I hit balls off a tee everyday , so I will try to shorten my stride. Thanks |
| Nov. 27, 2019 cuda65 | Topic: Rules of the game Discussion: Opinions on being called out of the batters box In two recent tournaments, I got called out for stepping out of the box. I asked an umpire at the Phoenix tournament who happened to be sitting in the food area when would he call an 80 year old for being out of the box. His answer was not unless he were going up the middle. He said he would call a 40 year old for doing so. Although he did not say this, I think if the other team appealed, he would call the batter out.I know it is the rule, but what advantage do I gain for doing so.? I think it is a ticky tack rule... Comments from more experienced players, coaches, and umpires.. |
| Feb. 25, 2019 cuda65 | Topic: Players looking to join a team Discussion: Any 80 team going to Mesquite November 19th in need of one more player I was contacted by a So/Cal 80 team about going to Mesquite next month, but they were unable to get enough players. Now I have an interest in joining a team there if you truly have a need of one more infielder. Emergencies pop up and if one or more of your players cannot go, give me a call to discuss your situation. That`s Chuck 956-802-3663 |
| Feb. 22, 2019 cuda65 | Topic: Teams looking for players Discussion: Spring Worlds I(65-85) I may be interested in going to that Tournament. I am awaiting to hear from a manager whom I had played for in the past. Give me a call and let me know what you need. I live in Texas and would fly in and would be concerned about a roommate and transportation to the games. Tell me about your team. My name is Chuck and phone number is 956-802-3663. |
| Feb. 5, 2019 cuda65 | Topic: Rules of the game Discussion: Interference or incidental contact? In a Senior league,55 and older, no sliding : Runner on first base, one out, batter hits a ground ball to the SS who throws to the second baseman to start a double play. second baseman steps on the bag and one second later the runner from first runs into the second baseman knocking him down. There was no interference call but play stopped because the second baseman was injured. I contend the runner going to first should have also been called out, but the umpire said the runner going to first would in his judgment been safe. My contention is that the umpire cannot make that assumption because of the interference. Awaiting you sage opinions.. Now, instead of one full second, it would have been a bang bang play. Your view change? |
| Oct. 19, 2018 cuda65 | Topic: Players looking to join a team Discussion: 80 Team going to Ft. Myers Pro health, Peachtree, Statesmen, needing a middle fielder or second or first baseman for the Ft. Myers Tournament? I can fly in from Texas if you can use me. Give me a call and we can talk. Cuda 956-802-3663 |
| Oct. 19, 2018 cuda65 | Topic: Players looking to join a team Discussion: 80 Team going to Ft. Myers Thanks Ho. Really appreciate the compliment but I think it`s overblown. Looking forward to your Tournament in Barberton next season probably playing with a reconstituted Akron/Cleveland team. You and Red run one of the best Tournaments anywhere. This Tourney has a stellar reputation because of you two. Keep up the great work. |
| Oct. 18, 2018 cuda65 | Topic: Players looking to join a team Discussion: 80 Team going to Ft. Myers It`s getting late. Any 80 team going to Ft. Myers that is in need of a middle infielder or second or first baseman, give me a call and I`ll fill you in on my particulars. That`s Cuda and the phone number is 956-802-3663 |
| Oct. 2, 2018 cuda65 | Topic: Players looking to join a team Discussion: Any 80 team going to Ft. Myers in November needing an infielder. Any 80 team going to Ft. Myers in November needing a middle infielder or second or first baseman give me a call and I will fill you in on my softball background. I live in Texas but am willing to fly to Florida for the Tournament. The name is Chuck and my number is 956-802-3663. This would only be a one time arrangement. |
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