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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Monday, 22 June 2020 / Published in MAC, MAC Feature

Stammen, Newton Tourney: And Why We Play….

On a blistering summer weekend, with national issues as a negative backdrop, why do men and boys commit to playing baseball while others call it risky, and unnecessary? Why?  Why does anyone do anything that provides opportunity for renewal and reward? Read today's Press Pros feature.
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Saturday, 20 June 2020 / Published in Features, Home Features

Not A Lot Of Difference Between Pandemic, Baseball….

An observation about people dealing with a pandemic and the loss of major league baseball.  If you think about it...there really isn't much difference.
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Friday, 19 June 2020 / Published in Features, Home Features

Stammen Classic: Tigers Take It Out On The Baseball

Running wild...Versailles twelve-year-old Ethan Wilker legs out a triple, one of his three hits, as Versailles cranked out 18 hits in an 11-8 win Friday over Coldwater in the Stammen Classic. Read more in today's Press Pros.
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Thursday, 18 June 2020 / Published in Features, Home Features

Hal Of Fame…McCoy Watches A Different Game

They say if you’re around baseball long enough you’ll see something you’ve never seen before...or do something you’ve never done before. It happened to me - a chance to learn from the master.
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Thursday, 18 June 2020 / Published in Features, Home Features

Remembering Larry Powell…

It's hard to think of any sports activity at Newton High School without thinking of him...not a coach, and hardly a mover and shaker.  But to many Larry Powell represented the welcoming personality of Indians sports, and an entire community. Read more....