The Palisades Patriots, a U12 boys’ All-Star team consisting of PPBA Bronco Players, leave tomorrow to play in the 104-team invitational tournament in Cooperstown, New York, site of the baseball Hall of Fame. Games begin on August 1 after the roadrunner (fastest around the bases), golden arm (throwing skill from center field), king of swat (home run derby) and around the horn (nine-player throwing/catching relay) competitions. Teams will average three games a day for the first four days. Single elimination begins next Wednesday. To reach the final teams must win seven straight games. The Patriots have a 12-player roster and are coached by Rick McGeagh, whose Broncos took second place at this year’s District playoffs in Long Beach. Log on to www.cooperstowndreamspark.com for information. Season Ends for Mustangs The Palisades Pony Baseball Association’s 10-year-old All-Stars won one game but were eliminated last weekend at the Super Regionals in Carlsbad. Coach Joe Collins’ squad won the District playoffs and finished with 12 wins.
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