Sonny Fulks is a graduate of Ohio State University where he pitched four varsity seasons for the Buckeyes from 1971 through 1974. He furthered his baseball experience as a minor league umpire for seven seasons, working for the Florida State League (A), the Southern League (AA), and the American Association (AAA). He has written for numerous websites, and for the past fourteen years has served as columnist and photo editor for The Gettysburg Magazine, published by the University of Nebraska Press, in Lincoln Nebraska. His interests include history, support for amateur baseball, the outdoors, and he has a music degree from Ohio State University.
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Thursday, 20 June 2024 / Published in Features, Home Features

The Time I Saw Willie Mays Play At Crosley Field…..

Live and in person, I saw Willie Mays play just once, and he didn't disappoint.  Another of our iconic baseball personalities is now gone...and there's no replacements in sight.
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Wednesday, 19 June 2024 / Published in Features, Home Features

“Once They Learn…It’s Harder Not To Like Baseball….”

At the conclusion of Lehman’s three-day June baseball camp 60 young players showed up for instruction and encouragement from Mark Brunswick (above) and his assistants...that if you learn to love the game it will always love you back. Read.....
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Monday, 17 June 2024 / Published in Features, Home Features, OSU, OSU Feature

Bjork: “We Have To Find The Right Guy….”

On the occasion of a summer NIL fundraiser to benefit Ohio State baseball, incoming athletic director Ross Bjork was on hand Monday to hear concerns over the search for a new coach…along with some suggestions that the man he’s looking for might be right before his eyes.
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Friday, 14 June 2024 / Published in Features, Home Features, OSU, OSU Feature

Mosiello Resigns: Bill, We Barely Knew You…..

Just two years into his contract as the head baseball coach, Bill Mosiello abruptly resigned Friday to pursue other professional opportunities. Some thoughts on the reality of his two years with the Buckeyes, and what comes next.
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Tuesday, 11 June 2024 / Published in Features, Whos Hot, Whos Hott Feature

Who’s Hot? Fort Recovery and Russia Baseball

Days after their appearance at the OHSAA state tournament, most people take for granted the kind of personal triumph it is to get there, let alone win.  Some thoughts on Russia and Fort Recovery.