Hobart Girls Softball celebrates 50th season

By John Burbridge john.burbridge@nwi.com, (219) 933-3371

HOBART | Wait a minute. I thought your mother was named "Marilyn" not "Marion."

SJC WOMEN'S SOFTBALL: 'Little' St. Joe College ready to take on Goliath

By Al Hamnik al.hamnik@nwi.com, (219) 933-4154

You won't find the St. Joseph College women's softball team at the tanning salon after practice or lounging by the pool on road trips.

Al Brocious inducted into Chicago 16-Inch Softball Hall of Fame

By John Burbridge john.burbridge@nwi.com, (219) 933-3371

The "hot corner" Al Brocious patrolled was so hot that ... well, it wouldn't burn your hands, just mangle them.

Playmakers selected for Televised Travel Ball National Championships

By John Burbridge john.burbridge@nwi.com, (219) 933-3371

GRIFFITH | There's no off-season for Dave Griffin and his Indiana Playmakers.

Region youth baseball leagues go to bat for Henryville

By Al Hamnik al.hamnik@nwi.com, (219) 933-4154

You heard stories about Hoosier hospitality during Super Bowl XLVI in Indianapolis, but that caring nature goes way beyond pro football in this state.

Former softball players, umpires, coaches honored by hall of fame induction

By Matt Douthett Times Correspondent

MUNSTER | After several years had passed, Beth (Wendlinger) Young and younger sister Amanda (Wendlinger) Suarez admit they thought their high school softball careers at Hanover Central were but a distant memory.

Brian Edgcomb still out to set new standards

By John Burbridge john.burbridge@nwi.com, (219) 933-3371

HIGHLAND | If there's a record within his grasp, Brian Edgcomb is determined to go for it.

Cedar Lake baseball to test travel ball waters

By John Burbridge john.burbridge@nwi.com, (219) 933-3371

CEDAR LAKE | It was only one victory, but it was historic.

Local HS catcher helps pro pitchers get ready for spring training

By John Burbridge john.burbridge@nwi.com, (219) 933-3371

Crown Point junior Bobby Morgan has found a surefire way to break in a new catcher's gloves.

McClendon aids local players, coaches before spring training

By John Burbridge john.burbridge@nwi.com, (219) 933-3371

VALPARAISO | "Focus on the nail."

Baseball prospects show their skills at scout camp

By John Burbridge john.burbridge@nwi.com, (219) 933-3371

SCHERERVILLE | If Blake Hickman doesn't eventually get offered a contract, he should at least get a few thank-you notes.

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