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Thursday, 15 June 2023 / Published in Features, Home Features

Stammen Classic: Padres’ Reliever Heals, While Area Baseball Grows From His Example…!

If it's Father's Day weekend it's time for the annual rite of baseball in Versailles.   Now in its second decade, the Craig Stammen Youth Classic has become as big a factor as the state tournament.  It's the seed that's producing a yearly crop of high school baseball players like those that played in Akron last week.
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Wednesday, 14 June 2023 / Published in Features, Home Features

The Reader Speaks….June 15, 2023

A surprising number of readers from everywhere have been quick to share their thoughts about the recent state baseball tournament, and the state of the game, itself.  Before we get too busy with other projects, it's our privilege to share with you.  And thanks for taking the time!
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Wednesday, 14 June 2023 / Published in Features, Home Features, OSU, OSU Feature

Gilbert: Things That Don’t Matter As Much These Days In College Football

The Big Ten’s decision to change how the league champion is determined is further proof that league titles and rivalry outcomes aren’t what they used to be. It’s all about the playoffs. By Jeff Gilbert for Press Pros The year 2024 represents an irreversible shift in college football priorities. With a 12-team playoff and a
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Tuesday, 13 June 2023 / Published in Features, Home Features

McCoy: For Me, The State Tournament Is The Place To Be

After covering MLB for 50 years, it is a pleasure and fun to cover the OHSAA state baseball championships in Akron, where money means nothing and the players play for the fun of it. It is real grass roots baseball, down-to-earth and fun to watch.
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Monday, 12 June 2023 / Published in Features, Home Features

Last Word: What To Make Of Baseball, The Tournament, And The Future…..

There weren't near enough people there to see it, and those that weren't missed more than the competition and the bestowal of championship hardware.  There is a competitive statement that comes with baseball that's being passed on in some schools.  And where does it come from?  Read on.........