DeWalt Goes Long - But Not Enough (June 29)
Ben DeWalt crushed his first home run of the 2008 season and came an inch short of a second on a sweltering Sunday afternoon. In his ongoing attempt to maintain league dominance through obscure rule changes and prayer, John Mennell (Rector and League Commissioner) tried to implement a new rule in the middle of play. The new rule only allows official home runs to count for that days communicants. DeWalt slept in to "rest up for the competition" and missed church - a move that will be illegal beginning in July 2008. DeWalt was joined in the long ball column by Rob Smith, Art Borsi and John Mennell. Mennell's two home runs were enough to win for the day and tie Borsi for the season lead.
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Borsi wins Breaker (June 22)
Old guys continue to rule as Art Borsi defeats John Mennell in the tie breaker with a walk-off home run.

2008 Season Opens April 13
Following the Sunday Services and weather permitting the 2008 SLAWB season will open on April 13. Rumor has it that off season conditioning and training will add a whole new dimension to the league.

SLAWB play is planned for Sunday afternoons following coffee hour when weather permits. All (ages/skills) are invited to participate.  If you would like to play with us or want more information, contact John Mennell.

HR DERBY OFFICIAL RULES:

• Only unmodified official Wiffle^(R) equipment may be used
• Home Runs only count if you have received communion that day
• Batter may choose pitcher of choice
• Five swings are permitted each game
• Home Runs are counted when the ball reaches the sidewalk (or beyond) on the fly
• There is no foul territory in Home Run Derby
• Ties will be broken by another five swings among the individuals with the tie. Home Runs in playoff count toward season totals
• By canon law it is likely that the Rector has final say on both rule and equipment disputes

2007 SLAWB Results