People’s, Vernon and East Hartford to play final games of 2020.
GHTBL’s 2020 Playoff Tournament is nearly finished and our mid-August classic is down to 3 clubs; People’s United Bank, Vernon Orioles and the East Hartford Jets.
G11 – TUESDAY, 8/18, MCKENNA FIELD – 7 PM
G12 – WEDNESDAY, 8/19, MCKENNA FIELD – 7 PM
G13 – THURSDAY, 8/20, MCKENNA FIELD – 7 PM (IF NECESSARY)
On Tuesday, People’s will face Vernon at East Hartford’s McKenna Field. Superior batting and 2 homers from Infielder, Willy Yahn along with gritty pitching performances from Aidan Dunn have led Manager Tom Abbruzzese’s bankers franchise in the Tournament thus far. As for Manager Jack Ceppetelli and the Vernon Orioles, veterans like Third Baseman, Dan Trubia and First Baseman, Jack Halpin along with new additions such as Infielder, Jimmy Titus and Pitcher, Matt Cleveland will look to win their way into the championship game.
On Wednesday, the East Hartford Jets will take on the winner of Game #12. Manager Taylor Kosakowski has guided the Jets to 3-straight playoff victories. Bryan Albee has been the team’s ace on the mound. Designated Hitter Jimmy Schult, Shortstop, Jeff Criscuolo and Outfielder, Mike Santiago are currently having success at the plate. However, if the Jets are defeated on Wednesday, then Playoff Game #13 will be played on Thursday.
At each game, the league will request a $5 donation at the main gate. Admission is free for kids 14 & under.
We look forward to seeing you at McKenna Field this week!