Satchel Paige vs. Babe Ruth Oct 29, 2009
390s against Negro League pitching, won't hit that well when pitted against a cardboard Dizzy Dean or Lefty Grove. The cards, which depict 103 Negro Leaguers in their primes. (Slate)
From Herschel to a Hobnail Boot Sep 11, 2009
But, you have to remember that he, and all of the late, great announcers, were products of the initial foray into broadcasting live games in many sports maybe not the first at UGA or any other school / pro team but the initial wave as broadcasting became entrenched in every day lives (who could ever forget Dizzy Dean and PeeWee Reese on the baseball Game of the Week He slud into home plate ). Most stuck with their teams for long periods of time, so you are correct that there will PROBABLY never... (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Sports broadcaster Buddy Blattner dies Sep 6, 2009
But Blattner's greatest success came as a broadcaster, teaming first with Dizzy Dean on the radio calling St. Louis Browns games. He was a prominent baseball voice in the 1950s, doing play-by-play on nationally televised games for ABC in 1953 and 1954, and for CBS from 1955 through 1959. (Jefferson City News Tribune, MO)
Doors close at historic venue Aug 29, 2009
A lot of the old-school baseball guys who used to visit, from Dizzy Dean to Mickey Mantle and Billy Martin, are long gone ... "Dizzy Dean used to go quail hunting with Charlie all the time," Gwen said. (AZCentral -- Business)
Sarah's Take: Luck on Dodgers' side Aug 18, 2009
The most famous pitcher who attempted to pitch with a minor leg injury and seriously injured his pitching arm was Dizzy Dean of the 1930s Cardinals. Billingsley could have been placed on the disabled list. (MLB.com -- Los Angeles Dodgers)
Three Commerce players make Dizzy Dean team Aug 12, 2009
Three players on the Commerce Parks and Recreation fast-pitch softball teams have been named to the all-tournament squad for the recently completed Dizzy Dean World Series in Southaven, Miss. Catcher Mattie Canup of the 9-10-year-old team was named to the Minor Division all-tournament team while Kayla Burks (pitcher) and Brooke Vickery (third baseman) were picked for the 13-14 year old Sophmore Division all-tournament squad. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Jefferson All-Stars suffer loss, but still alive Aug 1, 2009
The Jefferson 13-year-old All-Stars' run through the Dizzy Dean World Series finally hit a bump in the road Friday as the Dragons fell to St. Petersburg 11-6. Satchel Turpin and Tyler Cole both had three hits while Cole Edwards and Patrick Martin had two in the loss. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Jefferson upsets New Orleans in Series Jul 31, 2009
- Jefferson's 13-year-old All-Stars upset New Orleans 9-7 on Thursday to advance to the Final Four of the Dizzy Dean World Series ... - Jefferson's 13-year-old All-Stars upset New Orleans 9-7 on Thursday to advance to the Final Four of the Dizzy Dean World Series. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Jefferson 13-year-olds advance at Dizzy Dean Jul 28, 2009
The Jefferson 13-year-old All-Stars advanced to the fourth round of the Dizzy Dean World Series with a 12-2 mercy-rule win over Irondale (Ala. on Monday. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Commerce softball teams place at Dizzy Dean Jul 27, 2009
- The Commerce 13-14 All-Star softball team placed fourth at the Dizzy Dean World Series on Sunday ... - The Commerce 13-14 All-Star softball team placed fourth at the Dizzy Dean World Series on Sunday. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Jefferson All-Stars roll past Polk County (Tenn.) Jul 26, 2009
072609sports7Athens Banner-Herald The Jefferson 13-year-old All-Stars advanced to the third round of the Dizzy Dean World Series with a 10-0 beating of Polk County (Tenn ... The Jefferson 13-year-old All-Stars advanced to the third round of the Dizzy Dean World Series with a 10-0 beating of Polk County (Tenn. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Philadelphia softball teams dominate state tournaments Jul 23, 2009
The Xplosion will enter the Dizzy Dean World Series in Southaven starting Wednesday ... The Neshoba Elite brought home a Dizzy Dean South State championship from the eight-and-under tournament which was held July 10-13 in Eupora ... The Elite will be competing in the Dizzy Dean World Series in Southaven which starts on Thursday in Southaven. (Philadelphia Neshoba Democrat, MS)
Players, coaches touch base at Dizzy Dean Little World Series Jul 22, 2009
Jackson County Force coaches huddle with the 11-year-old baseball players Tuesday during the Force's game Tuesday against the North Point Nationals in the Dizzy Dean Little World Series in Nicholson. Players, coaches touch base at Dizzy Dean Little World Series. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Dizzy Dean series a big hit with players, parents Jul 18, 2009
Ann Mowery, right, cheers as her team, the Snow Hill Hawks, scores some runs Friday morning during the Dizzy Dean Little World Series in Nicholson ... Drake Cole pitches for North Blount Friday morning, a team from Alabama, during the 11-year-old Dizzy Dean World Series in Nicholson ... Ron Moates and Terri Artime take photos of Jordan Artime as he bats Friday morning during the 11-year-old Dizzy Dean Little World Series in Nicholson. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Jefferson takes state crown, heads to World Series Jul 18, 2009
com The Jefferson 13-year-old All Stars won the Dizzy Dean State Baseball Tournament in convincing fashion Tuesday night with a 17-2 demolition of Druid Hills ... The Jefferson 13-year-old All Stars won the Dizzy Dean State Baseball Tournament in convincing fashion Tuesday night with a 17-2 demolition of Druid Hills ... The Jefferson 13-year-old All Stars won the Dizzy Dean State Baseball Tournament in convincing fashion Tuesday night with a 17-2 demolition of Druid Hills. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Baseball on tap for Jackson County fields Jul 16, 2009
Dozens of youth baseball teams will converge on Jackson County this afternoon for opening ceremonies of the 2009 Dizzy Dean World Series' 11-year-olds tournament. The kids will play about five tournament games a day Friday through Tuesday at East Jackson Park in Nicholson and Lamar Murphy Park in Jefferson. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Jefferson clinches Dizzy Dean state title Jul 16, 2009
Andy Nicolaus and Satchel Turpin each had three hits as the Jefferson 13-year-old All Stars won the Dizzy Dean state baseball tournament with a 17-2 thumping of Druid Hills on Wednesday ... for the Dizzy Dean World Series on July 24. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Jefferson in control at Dizzy Dean tourney Jul 15, 2009
Jefferson's 13-year-old All-Stars took control of the Dizzy Dean State Baseball Tournament on Monday with a 9-5 win over Cartersville. The Dragons will face the winner between Druid Hills and Cartersville today. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Jefferson 13-year-olds advance to title game Jul 13, 2009
com The Jefferson 13-year-old All Stars advanced to the championship game in the Dizzy Dean State Tournament with a 10-2 victory over Powder Springs on Sunday ... The Jefferson 13-year-old All Stars advanced to the championship game in the Dizzy Dean State Tournament with a 10-2 victory over Powder Springs on Sunday. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Jefferson All-Stars move on to state semifinals Jul 12, 2009
The Jefferson 13-year-old All Stars advanced to the Final Four of the Dizzy Dean state tournament with a pair of wins on Saturday. The Dragons defeated Hiram 15-2 in first-round action and went on to beat Carroll County 14-1 in the second round. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Going All-in: Declaring independence Jul 5, 2009
As Dizzy Dean said, "It ain't bragging if you can back it up.". Freedom from things disguised as a sport, but really not. (Hanford Sentinal, CA)
All-Star action heats up Jul 4, 2009
Goetz, a 6-foot-2, 210-pound 14-year old, drove the ball "a country mile" (with apologies to Dizzy Dean), over the centerfielder's head. Also contributing to the scoring were Zach Grobel, Dawson Reardon and Tanner Rook. (Helena Independent Record)
Xplosion, Elite softball teams bring home tourney titles Jul 2, 2009
The 10-and-under Xplosion won the 2009 Dizzy Dean Warmup Tournament that was held in Eupora by sweeping up five victories ... The Neshoba Elite won the Dizzy Dean All-Star Bash this past weekend in Batesville with five victories and no defeats ... They will then compete in the Dizzy Dean South Half State which will be held in Eupora on July 9-12; and the Dizzy Dean World Series will be held July 22-26 in Southaven. (Philadelphia Neshoba Democrat, MS)
Jefferson 13-year-old all stars win tourney Jul 1, 2009
JEFFERSON - Although they were the only 13-year-old team in the tournament, an all-star team from Jefferson won the Dizzy Dean District 6 Tournament on Monday ... Both Jefferson teams will next play in two weeks in the Dizzy Dean State Tournament. (Athens Banner-Herald)
We've loved our Cardinals for years (2) Jun 29, 2009
Baseball is duly represented with stars for Stan Musial, Yogi Berra, Joe Garagiola, Bob Gibson, Lou Brock, James "Cool Papa" Bell, Dizzy Dean, Rogers Hornsby, Branch Rickey, George Sisler, Ozzie Smith and Red Schoendienst. Honorees also include sportscasters known for their work in St. Louis, such as Jack Buck, Harry Caray and Bob Costas. (Park Hills Daily Journal, MO)
Coach Shan Winstead:It's my time to give back Jun 25, 2009
"Windi is our team mom and she really keeps us together. We wouldn't make it without her."We are in a rebuilding year right now," Winstead said. "As eight-year-olds, these girls were one hit away from winning a Dizzy Dean World Series championship. This year, we are nine-year-olds playing with 10-year-olds. (Philadelphia Neshoba Democrat, MS)
Abbott Fires No-Hitter for Post 218 Jun 20, 2009
Should Washington win its game over Creve Coeur and advance as the pool winner, it would play Saturday at 9 a.m. at Ballwin Athletic Association against the Dizzy Dean Pool (Springfield Catholic, St. Charles, Ballwin and Sullivan) winner. There also is the possibility that Post 218 could qualify as a wildcard. (Missourian Publishing, MO)
Touched By An Angel John Cordes/ Icon SMILed by Bobby Abreu (left) and Torii Hunter, the Angels have quietly climbed within 1 1/2 games of the AL West lead.Known for his glove and winning personality, Torii Hunter has let his bat do the talking this season. His recent tear has helped the Angels crack the top 10 in Ted Keith's Power Rankings. Jun 19, 2009
In 1934, Hall of Famer Dizzy Dean took a no-hitter into the ninth inning before settling for a shutout against the Dodgers, only to watch his brother Paul no-hit the Bums in the nightcap of a doubleheader. "If I'd have known Paul was going to do that, I'd have done it, too," Dean said. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Jefferson All-Stars finish as runner-up Jun 17, 2009
JEFFERSON - Although they were the only 13-year-old team in the field, the Jefferson All-Stars finished as runner-up out of eight teams in last weekend's Dizzy Dean Pre-District Bash 14-and-under baseball tournament ... The Dragons play again in two weeks at the Dizzy Dean District Tournament in Jefferson. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Xplosion gets second tournament win Jun 16, 2009
They will play in the USFA Tournament in Meridian on the weekend of July 4, and will follow that with the Dizzy Dean South State Tournament in Houston on July 10. Article Comment Submission Form. (Philadelphia Neshoba Democrat, MS)
Tech’s Hall has everything but a title May 30, 2009
They ended up winning the Dizzy Dean World Series. After the game, I told those kids, However long Ive been in baseball, Ive never been part of a World Series champion. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Baseball tournament expected to bring hundreds to Catoosa County May 5, 2009
More than 50 teams, with an average of 11 kids and four coaches on each team, will be competing in the Dizzy Dean baseball tournament for 7-year-olds, said Robert Keefe, a Dizzy Dean district director ... What: Dizzy Dean World Series. (Catoosa County News, GA)
Kiss of the Cardinals: The 1928 Houston Buffs May 4, 2009
The 1928 Buffs produced four 20-game winners on their way to happy destiny, and two of their pitchers, along with the 1931 Buffs star Dizzy Dean, would go on to become stalwart hurlers for the St. Louis Cardinals Gashouse Gang clubs of the 1930s. The names and numbers of all the budding Buffs who who would later make it big in St. Louis are the very proof of everything that Branch Rickey hoped to accomplish through the farm system: build championship clubs with talent you are able to control... (St. Louis, TheInsiders.com)
Glorious stadium honors glorious past Apr 28, 2009
And there are eight Cardinals: Rogers Hornsby, Dizzy Dean, Ozzie Smith, Red Schoendienst, Gibson, Slaughter, Lou Brock and Stan Musial. The display is not quite the thousands of terra-cotta warriors uncovered in the past century in Xian. (News & Observer -- Sports)
SportsBeat: The Bird gone, but not forgotten Apr 28, 2009
Sluggers like Babe Ruth, Ty Cobb, Joe DiMaggio and Willy Mays could and did bring in fans, but among pitchers, only guys like Walter Johnson, Dizzy Dean, Bob Feller, Sandy Koufax and the like could draw sellout crowds. For one year, at least, Mark Fidrych was in that select company not only for his outstanding pitching, but for his colorful, crowd-pleasing antics. (Needham Tab, MA)
County winds up for Dizzy Dean Baseball World Series in July Mar 19, 2009
26 to McIntyre Fencing of Griffin to provide and install chain link fencing for a new baseball field at the complex prior to the start of the Dizzy Dean Baseball World Series ... For more information about the Dizzy Dean World Series the Sonoraville Recreation Complex is hosting in July, visit. (Calhoun Times, GA)
Martin Named Director of Athletics In Rossville Feb 24, 2009
The commissioners helped bring in state tournaments and the Dizzy Dean 7-Under World Series this year. I look forward to working with Rossville and Walker County on similar projects. (Catoosa County News, GA)
GETTING LOOSE: A-Rod gets his malaprop on; odds, ends Feb 19, 2009
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