RECREATIONAL D4 SOFTBALL LEAGUE In Sunshine Land:)
psssst.... see in the upper right corner of each page on the site the 3 lines/bars? ...
That is the new format to open the navigation list of all the pages and sub pages on this website:)
It is known in the tech world as the hamburger menu- you want fries with that?? :)) or just more pics?:))
Welcome All Visiting The Rec D4 Family Website!
As you will discover- it is an extensive coverage of all of you, your families, friends, our D4 family- game highlights featuring articles and your cool action shots! It also highlights our D4 family special events; vets tournaments, Hall of Fame Inductions, League Leader Awards, and our increasingly growing CLINCHER Honor Flight fundraiser!
At times I get a bit behind on posting things- typical game day captures 500 shots, then a few days to edit & post! But hey! I am dedicated to all of you as we share this last game of life AND go for extra innings!!
I deeply thank all for your appreciation on what I do- but if it was not for you, I wouldn't be doing this:)) !
Any requests, questions email me or see me at the field:)
Your Players Advocate! Jacque
jacq@d4softball.org
Remember- Click On Any Image To Enlarge!
Thanks to all who attended both sessions for scorekeepers training! It was a great turnout!- while knowing the new board's decision to penalize a team- forfeiting a win, if they have no scorekeepers (or umpires).
Although, some of you have shared it seemed a bit confusing and were concerned they may not get it right for their scheduled scoring- My suggestion: grab a blank score sheet, head up to the tower, and sit a few innings next to the scheduled scorekeepers, pretending you are scoring that game- we all learn by doing!
I mentioned this to Dan Davis, coordinator of this program, he agreed and added: he schedules new guys to keep score with seasoned scorekeepers. Additionally, I offered to provide a power point that may help avoid some confusion ... next time....
SPECIAL NOTATION! .... ALWAYS CHECK AHEAD THE SCHEDULED DATES/TIMES AS THEY MAY CHANGE ACCORDINGLY-
AND YOU MAY NOT RECEIVE AN UPDATE ON THE CHANGES!!
Often times players come and ask about rules regarding Rec D4- rules are published on the duckdns site but remember to also check out the procedures pages- all informative for the players
Best advice I can give- contact one of our board members-
YES! we have one:) For current members/contact information click on the page:
Fall 2024 Board Members
It is also seen on www.tvsoftball.duckdns.org:8888
This is your stat site link designed exclusively for rec D4 by David Morrill.
REMEMBER, CLICK ON ANY IMAGE TO ENLARGE!
We were happy to see all come & honor our inductees December 9th at the opening ceremony of the rec D4 championship game!
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Soon the HOF committee will be listing considerations for 2025 inductees.
There was ONE additional inductee that we kept a secret until the ceremony- check out the link above to see who this player was that holds the record for runs in D4! :)
Below Are Histrorical Player Stats
.... 2004 To Fall 2024 Season ....
These stats are the reference to inductee selections.
They only apply to rec D4 seasons. Click on a file below.
THIS PAST DECEMBER WAS A VERY BUSY MONTH!!
We had our final tournament & opened with our 2nd Annual Hall of Fame Inductee ceremony, followed by my traditional end of season awards: League Leaders, Framed division team pictures presented to the winning managers... This season was a 3-way tie with Thunder, Rockets, and Raptors! And finally, our continued appreciation for Bobby & Pete, our Buffalo Glen ground crew receiving their custom cards along with a gift of money.
CLICK THIS LINK TO VIEW THE FALL 2024 SEASON AWARDS RECIPIENTS.
THE DAY BEFORE NICK AND I HOSTED OUR ANNUAL CLINCHER HONOR FLIGHT FUNDRAISER! THIS D4 FAMILY CLINCHED IT AGAIN!!
LOTS OF PICS CAPTURING THE EVENT, THE LIST OF ALL YOU AWESOME DONORS, THE ARTICLE PUBLISHED FEATURING NICK & I AND PAUL HOECKER, OUR D4 VET WHO IS A GUARDIAN FOR HONOR FLIGHT HOWEVER, THE SUCCESS WAS ABOUT ALL OF US!
NICK AND I THANK ALL FOR BEING GENUINE KIND HEARTED SOULS!
Remember... you can click on any image throughout the site to enlarge... enjoy!
New Features Added! Click On Each Featured Heading And Go To That Page!
I email all managers of any upcoming special events for any and all of us to gather together and cherish, celebrate, or memorialize .... it is not a choice of a manager not to forward, or to in fact, forward on to his team, it is about doing the right thing for this league- support & happiness!
Think of me as your player advocate! If you are not getting notified of upcoming events, receiving your team picture, email me! Wish to be the communicator for your team?
let me know! JACQ@D4SOFTBALL.ORG
Sometimes, calls are made we may not agree with...
If I happen to capture that moment,
I will post the pictures and YOU can make the call- remember, we are playing for fun!
STRETCH, LOOSEN UP!!
Mike Goldstein, knows how to stretch with his flex bands!
I can't stress the importance of stretching before games!
Regardless if you are a seasoned player or a newbie-
you need to take care of your physical being!
I know about these useful bands.
I did the graphic design for the originator, Coach Dick Hartzell's Jump Stretch company from Youngstown Ohio, back in the late 80's :) While there are all types on the market today, just give them
a try and stay fit!!
FYI- just a suggestion- this is a handy device to loosen up those muscles, quads, calves- A massage gun before playing, during, whatever works for you... stretch, loosen up and hopefully, avoid pulled groins, etc!
.... no endorsing any specific mfg just advice on keeping you in the game!! Ask around!
I have been going around the fields introducing rec D4 players to Jammel. He's a great person with a background tied to the NBA and ESPN- As I discover interesting backgrounds about all of you, he interviews and gets your greatness published :)) Thank You Jammel for your caring and support of our D4 family!
Jammel Cutler . Daily Sun Writer
... D4 Softball Seasons ... Click On A Season, View Highlights!
Batter UP Boys! Each Season Has It's Own Page Featuring Your Team Photos, Game Highlights, Season Division Champs & Tournament Champs
Click on each season for game highlights.
Click on each link for season team pictures
FYI~ I have thousands of pics so please be patient as I keep posting!
LAKERS VS CELTICS Final Game, All Tournament Game Highlights, League Leaders, 4th of July Candids, Opening Day Highlights, Season Action
Fall Season 2024, Action Shots & Game Highlights Of Player Stats, You Make The Call Play By Play, Frame By Frame, Inch By Inch:)
Grizzlies Took Division With Record Breaker Wins In All D4 History! Final Tournament Game Cancelled Due To Weather! View Season
Game Highlights,
Fall 2023 Overview... LAKERS VS PACERS Play Off Game Highlights, League Leaders,
Season Action Shots,
October Villages Tournament,
Vets Tournament, Hall Of Fame Iductees,
Clincher Fundraiser
HAWKS VS THUNDER Final Game, Semi Final Game Highlights, League Leaders, Special Award; Jack DiMaggio Umpire In Chief
WINTER 2022
COMING SOON! Semi Final & Final Games Were To Be Played However, Once Again, Rain Out. All Went Home Champions:)
The little sweetness was the first to kick off
this ongoing, fun challenge to guess who the mystery kids are!
How fitting to kick it off with our rec D4
league president, Dave Bigelow!
seen here,
holding what else? A softball!!
"Guess Who This Is?"
This challenge began in the 2023 Winter season for fun
and continues to grow...
...Check Out The Big Kids of D4 page...
check out the mystery kids on the link above. . . you will be amazed when you discover who they are; babes, youth, young adults!
Join The Fun! Email Me Your Sweet Pic Today!
Tried A New Bat & Didn't Like It? Have A Nice, Broken In Glove But You Are Changing Things Up? Maybe you are a newbie and just wish to give softball a try
before you Invest In the equipment?
Click on the link below to see what may be available at a good price- warning: they go FAST!
Check out the GEAR 4 SALE page!
There are gloves & bats being offered for "FREE"
Sadly, a player passed away and wanted to pass them on ... We are requesting, you give a donation to our Clincher fundraiser for Villages Honor Flight if you select any of this gear.
If you are interested, contact me and I will make arrangements for you to pick up at the field. Even if you don't need them- how about giving a glove, a bat,
to a new guy starting out, maybe your grandkids....
See all what is being offered today- when they are gone, they are gone....
The link takes you to our D4 Field of Dreams page-
Forever capturing our dear friends and players who have been drafted into a new league....
It's not only the batting average, it's how you played the game . . .
. . . VETERANS TOURNAMENTS . . .
2023 VETERANS TOURNAMENT..... COMING SOON!
November 12th Opening Ceremony
0900 Winning Teams Take The Field
Buck Buchanan Plays Bagpipes,
Dave Czohara Plays Trumpet
Opening Acknowledgements
Games Begin
0900 Consolation Game
Navy vs Marines
Championship Game
10:30 Championship Game Begins!
Army vs Air Force/First Responders
2023 VETERANS TOURNAMENT..... check these out!
November 5th Opening Ceremony
0900 All Teams Take The Field
US Marine Corps Color Guard, Invocation, Bernie Cook, PLedege of Allegiance Ernie Joyal, Star Spangled Banner Lamar Young, Veterans Day Remeberance Jacque Dorazio, Dave Czohara Taps, Rich Brend First Pitchn
Games Begin
09:30; Game 1 Army/Air Force
Game 2 Army 2 /Marines/Navy
10:30; Game 3 Winners 1 vs Winners 2
Game 4 Losers Game 1 vs Losers Game 2
For All The Pics Of The Previous Annual Rec D4 Vet Games Check Out This Page Rec D4 Vet Games
The 2022 Annual
Veterans TournamentARMY 2 BEATS
NAVY/COAST GUARD 9-8!
Rich was 88 when I took this of him- He is an amazing soul~ now 90 years young!
The Geezers!
The Geezers formed a new team
to compete in the 70+ division.
Click here to view the new team!
Fesatured On The FALL Season 2023 page
Updates Are Coming!
VILLAGES SOFTBALL NATIONALLY RECOGNIZED SOFTBALL TOURNAMENT!
A full page featuring the 2024 Clincher event! Sit back, and reminisce the D4 family memories of that wonderful day!
We Hope You Join Us For This Great Cause While Having Great Fun!!
...click on each heading to see the following pages of fun,
for a great cause!
LINK ABOVE- PAST FUNDRAISERS THAT REC D4 PLAYERS & SIGNIFICANT OTHERS HAVE DONE FOR THE COMMUNITY
BELOW WAS ONE OF THE FIRST GROUPS OF PHOTOS CAPTURING ACTION AND FRIENDSHIP AMONG THE REC D4 SOFTBALL LEAGUE IN 2022-
KEEP IT COMING, THANKS GUYS!
All Content, Photography Jacque Dorazio . all rights reserved . 2022-2025 . EMAIL . JACQ@D4SOFTBALL.ORG