The Journal Register (Medina, NY)

NYCBL BASEBALL: Power shutout again, this time 5-0
It was “Thank You Fans” night at Sal Maglie Stadium. The Niagara Power showed their appreciation by managing just four hits in a 5-0 loss Thursday to New York Collegiate Baseball League foe Webster.
RUGGIERO: Do you play by the rules?
In golf, there are pages upon pages of rules, and there are also books upon books dedicated to clarifying and fine tuning these regulations. Yet, most golfers simply do not learn the rules, or they essentially fail to play by them. Is this cheating or neglect?
NYCBL: Power spin out against Oilers
Niagara Power coach Sam Kirby had his team running laps immediately following Saturday’s 9-2 loss against the Alfred Oilers in New York Collegiate Baseball League play.
RUGGIERO: Glover is a mighty mudder
After the ‘09 U.S. Open, we might well refer to Lucas Glover as a mudder, considering he won a major in the wettest of conditions.
SCHMITT: Destiny plays trick on Flynn
Jonny Flynn has talent. Always has. Tim Winn talked about it years ago, saying he’d be the best of the Niagara Falls bunch. He was right, as Thursday’s events can attest.
NYCBL BASEBALL: Power ‘embarrassed’ by two losses to Alfred
Although Niagara Power president Cal Kern had high expectations for his team this New York Collegiate Baseball League season, Monday was the kind of day that could deflate even the most optimistic supporter.
PORTER CUP: Qualifier only a week away
The qualifier is open to the first 96 players with a USGA-verified handicap of three or under who apply. An entry fee of $150 includes two rounds (one for practice and another to qualify) and a buffet lunch. The lowest eight scores will qualify for the Porter Cup, which begins on July 22.
BASE PATHS: No-hitter was a thing of beauty
Each no-hitter has a personality. For the Webster Yankees’ Brian Pullyblank Friday night, the key was privacy. Practically nobody saw his 1-0 gem vs. the Niagara Power at Webster’s Basket Road Field.
BONESKY: Israel and son battle at Big R
Father Roger and son Jaren Israel of Wilson have become the hallmark drivers of the Street Stock class at the Big R. With Roger in his familiar No. 37 Camaro and Jaren in his No. 10 Monte Carlo, the family name has appeared in the victory lane column more than any other family combination that has competed at the track at the same time.
REGISTRATION: Published June 22
RUGGIERO: How do you score the double hit?
I’ll begin today’s time together with a seldom-used golf ruling, provide a tip to improve your short game, and unite my favorite all-time sport with my favorite all-time television program. Shall we tee it up?
PRO BOXING: Casal regains his swagger
Before the opening bell rang late Friday night at the Buffalo Niagara Convention Center, Nick Casal had his fan section in a frenzy.
PRO BOXING: Falls' Ventry still going strong
The last time most area boxing fans saw James Ventry, the Cataract City lightweight was slumped over nursing sore ribs after a loss to Jamar Saunders at the Seneca Niagara Casino back in November.
COLLEGE BASKETBALL: Lockport native joins Griffs' staff
Lockport’s Desmond Oliver has joined the staff of the Canisius College men’s basketball program.
SNOWBOARDING: New Snow Park will transform for Red Bull event
Don’t knock Ricky Beuler’s work ethic if he admits he won’t be practicing before this summer’s Red Bull Butter Cup, a one-day snowboarding showcase to be held July 9 at the new Snow Park Niagara Falls.
MEN'S HOCKEY: Pagliero, Rocco among Eagles headed to camps
Two-time all-College Hockey America goalie Juliano Pagliero has been invited to the Chicago Blackhawks developmental camp. Vince Rocco could pop up in camps for San Jose and Columbus. Dan Sullivan is hoping to finalize a deal with an Italian pro team. Ted Cook is close to signing with the ECHL’s Florida Everblades.
NYCBL BASEBALL: Power win opener, but drop nightcap to Hornell
After getting whitewashed 12-0 on Saturday, the Power bounced back with a football-like showing on Sunday, kicking field goals in each of the first three innings en route to a comfortable 12-5 victory in the opening game of a doubleheader against Hornell.
BASE PATHS: Power trip was one wild ride
If the route to Alfred was a golf hole, the Power drove the green and then needed five putts to get down. An Alfred village police officer suggested that super chauffeur Cal Kern have the team set aside the huge “Road Closed, Violators Will Be Prosecuted” sign and replace it after his bus passed through.
BONESKY: Kerwin racing with heavy heart
Newfane’s Scott Kerwin, driver of the Flexcare Dirt Modified on Friday nights at Ransomville Speedway, has been putting his concentration and focus to the test the past couple of weeks as he comes to grips with passing of his father, Robert Kerwin. just a short time ago.
LOCAL RUNNING: Carter, Schmitt win LaBarbera 5K
On an ideal day for a 5K, Grand Island’s Chris Carter was the overall male top finisher while Katie Schmitt was top female runner Saturday at the 13th annual Jamie LaBarbera Memorial 5K Run for Education.
RUGGIERO: Learn to turn
I’ll begin with a swing tip that will undoubtedly improve your ball striking. Then I’ll introduce a new word into the vocabulary that has a great chance to stick. Finally, I’ll compare my two favorite sports, and question which is the most difficult to dominate.
BISONS: Masse hopes to spark Buffalo bats
Buffalo Bisons manager Ken Oberkfell now has a new coach on his staff. Bill Masse replaced Luis Natera as the team’s hitting coach on Wednesday. Masse, who was previously with AA Binghamton, understands that this is just part of the game.
HS TRACK & FIELD: Miller takes second in shot put at states
Lockport senior Erin Miller capped off her remarkable high school throwing career with her best finish at the state meet.
POWER: Geneva drubs Niagara for first loss
All good things must come to an end. The Niagara Power learned that lesson the hard way Saturday afternoon before a crowd of 200 at Sal Maglie Stadium.
NYCBL BASEBALL: Former Oiler Schimpf tosses gem as Power win home opener
Matt Schmipf went seven strong innings Thursday night against his former New York Collegiate Baseball League team, the Alfred Oilers, as the Niagara Power earned a 6-3 win before 144 fans on Opening Night at Sal Maglie Stadium.
MINOR LEAGUE BASEBALL: Bisons drub Durham, score season-high 13 runs
“We got big hits with men on base, and we took advantage of their mistakes.” Buffalo Bisons manager Ken Oberkfell summed up a 13-5 International League victory over the Durham Bulls at Coca-Cola Field on Thursday afternoon.
HS BASEBALL: GI rained out, back at it Tuesday
Mother Nature claimed Monday’s Class A Far West Regional Championship between Grand Island and Aquinas, giving Vikings’ ace Joel Klock a full week of rest heading into tonight’s rescheduled contest at Batavia’s Dwyer Stadium. First pitch is set for 7 p.m.
PRO BASEBALL: Geltz soaking up California sun
Former Wilson, UB star has 4-0 record in Class A Rancho Cucamonga.
REGISTRATIONS: Published June 7

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