Friday, May 31, 2024

Rockport @ Hamilton PPD

 Rain postponed the Generals home opener Thurs. night at Patton Park.  Make-up TBD.

Rams 8 Giants 0

 Rams win their home opener 8-0 over the visiting Beverly Giants.

Wednesday, May 29, 2024

Mariners 9 Chiefs 6

 The Mariners were down 6 to 4 to Ipswich after four innings but stormed back to win 9 to 6. Ryan Marques picked up the win for the mariners who move to 2-0 on the season, EJ Field and Kevin Carter 3-4 with 2 doubles each. Also Michael Quill hbp twice and scored both times.

Tuesday, May 28, 2024

Rockport Wins Opening Night

 Rockport 17, Hamilton 5

Ralph Bates

RALPH-BATES-Obituary 

BATES, Ralph E. Benevolent Philanthropist Ralph E. Bates, age 92, born May 30 1931, died April 29 2024. Ralph was the son of Ralph O. and Leah G. Bates. He was predeceased by his sister, Evelyn E. Dowell (1926-2010) and brother, George K. Bates (1928-1929). He leaves his nephew, Steven Dowell; his nieces, Bailey and Whitney Dowell; and his cousin, Bob Bates and his wife, Janice. He was very grateful for his close friendships with George Eramo and Bob Willing. Ralph was born in Watertown, Massachusetts and grew up in the Boston area. He attended Nichols College and Boston University. He made his living in real estate by purchasing and managing apartment buildings and creating the real estate newspaper Greater Boston House Buyers Guide. Ralph was a benevolent philanthropist and his charitable donations were very important to him. He wanted to help those less fortunate and enjoyed giving back to the community. His generous donations have ensured that his name will be remembered for many years. In his earlier days, he enjoyed athletics such as tennis, basketball and softball. Ralph was unique and had a great sense of humor. He used to enjoy driving around in his Hummer with his large stuffed tiger in the front seat – going to the Century House, Prattys in Gloucester or the Legion in Manchester. In his more recent years, he liked the simple pleasures such as eating Pirate's Booty, ice cream and candy, doing puzzles with a roaring fire and watching the deer in his backyard. He also loved running his indoor trains and cuddling his cats, Lefty and Spooky. Ralph was very grateful for Aberdeen Home Care and the loving care he received from their caregivers until his final day. Funeral Services for Ralph will be held in New Brunswick, Canada. Arrangements by the Campbell Funeral Home, 61 Middle Street, GLOUCESTER. Condolences at www.campbellfuneral.com

2023 Season Recap

 

2023 PLAYOFFS

  • FINALS
  • (4) M/E vs. (2) Hamilton
  • Generals win series 3-1
  • SEMI-FINALS
  • (4) M/E vs. (1) Rockport
  • Mariners win series 2-0
  • (3) Rowley vs. (2) Hamilton
  • Generals win series 2-1

2023 ITL Standings

  • TEAM - W-L-T - POINTS
  • Rockport 15-4-1 (31)
  • Hamilton 15-4-1 (31)
  • Rowley 12-5-2 (26)
  • Man./Essex 10-9 (20)
  • Beverly 5-15 (10)
  • Ipswich 0-20 (0)

Mariners 13 Chiefs 4

 Manchester-Essex opened the season with a 13 to 4 victory over the Ipswich Chiefs. Brett Moore picked up the win with 7 strikeouts, Caulin Rogers was 3-3 with a stand up triple, while Ej Field 2-3  3 rbi and  James McKenna 2-3 3 rbi had big games. Rematch is tonight in Essex.