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| December 27th, 2002 | |||
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Opening Ceremony The Perth tournament officially began this morning as players and spectators gathered for the opening ceremony, complete with a ceremonial first pitch and surprise guest. The ceremony began as tournament officials thanked the tireless efforts of the sponsors, scorers, umpires and other tournament volunteers. The American coaches were presented with small gifts to thank them for the time and energy they spent coaching the Goodwill Series Teams. Next Graham Pittaway, representative of the Lord Mayor of the Bayswater district, spoke, adding his thanks for the efforts of all the volunteers who donated their time and skill to make the tournament run smoothly. As he began to introduce the surprise guest, a large grey "animal" bounded onto the field doing hand springs. We soon found out the "mascot" was dressed as a Quokka, a rat-like animal found only in Rotsnest, West Australia. Everyone applauded as Mr. Pittaway threw the ceremonial first pitch, with the Quokka catching. The players and spectators then rose to hear both the Australia and USA national anthem and close the ceremony. This tournament will see a total of fifteen games involving American teams over the next four days. Monday the 30th the tournament finals will take place. The players have Tuesday the 31st off, and most will begin their journey home Wednesday the 1st. |
Opening Games Mariners Vs. Under 15 Perth All-stars The Mariners played against the Under 15 Perth All-stars today, adding another win to their so-far flawless record. Lucas Sanford and Garrett Trezona pitched, helping their team to the 13 - 0 win. Joe De Pinto and Trevor Gee hit doubles, while Brandon Gisi smashed a triple. Isamu McGregor hit a triple and a double. No Man of the Match will be named during the Perth tournament.
Brewers Vs. West Australia Under 18 State Team The Brewers lost their first game of the Perth tournament in a 3 - 8 match with the West Australia Under 18 State Team. Cameron Wheeler, Michael Wilson and Casey McDermott pitched. Dillon Lovelace hit a double. No Man of the Match will be named during the Perth tournament. Astros Vs. West Australia Under 16 State Team, Under 19 Perth All-stars The Astros played a double-header today, losing both games to the Australian Teams. Their first game was against the West Australia Under 16 State Team, with a final score of 7 - 2. Brad Procopio and Mitchell Westbury pitched, with David DiNatale hitting a double. The Astros lost the second game 7 - 1 against the Under 19 Perth All-stars. Ryan Stiles, Brandt Walker and Spencer Dennis pitched. No Man of the Match will be named during the Perth tournament. Blue Jays Vs. Canberra The Blue Jays lost their first game today against Canberra in a close 4 - 5 match. Philip Hann pitched six innings, giving up two hits, no walks and eight strike-outs. |
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