APRIL 13, 2011
1860s Vintage Baseball Scrimmage at Pioneer Arizona
What: It’s not too late to join the fun! This is the first official scrimmage of Pioneer Arizona’s Vintage Base Ball Team, the “Pioneer Rebs,” as they prepare for their inaugural game on April 30.
When: Saturday, April 16 from 5 – 7 p.m.
Where: Fort Woods Parade Grounds at Pioneer Living History Museum (PLHM)
Why: To invite anyone to join the Rebs as they prepare for a game on April 30
How: Anyone, male or female, from 12 to 85 years of age can play Vintage Base Ball. No steel-cleats on shoes and no glove necessary.
Directions: Pioneer Living History Museum is located off I-17 at Pioneer exit 225. It is just south of Daisy Mountain and north of Carefree Highway. Find out more about PLHM at www.pioneeraz.org or call them at: 623.465.1052. To learn more about Arizona Territories Vintage Base Ball, go to their website at: arizonavintagebaseball.com/.
PHOENIX – It’s not too late to get involved. Anyone can play in this family-oriented league. Pioneer Arizona’s Vintage Base Ball Team, the “Pioneer Rebs,” will have their first scrimmage from 5 to 7 p.m. on Saturday, April 16. If you haven’t seen a Vintage, 1860’s-style ball game, you’re going to love the experience. No experience necessary to pick up a bat or field a ball. All that is required is enthusiasm.
This is a game for everyone, even the spectators, who are called “Cranks.” While 1860’s rules apply, the friendly competition has no place for big egos or steroids! “We play for fun; and we play to win; but most of all, we play for the friendship and camaraderie. We know each other better and become closer than in any other game that I’ve been involved in.” said Jim Roth of the Bisbee Bees.
The only requirements for joining are to wear comfortable shoes and clothing- no steel-cleats on shoes, please. You don’t even need a glove.
The Pioneer Reb’s first scheduled game will be played at Pioneer Living History Museum, Fort Woods Parade Grounds, on April 30th against the Arizona Territories Stars and Stripes Base Ball Team; so if you think you’re up for a friendly game, come on out to PLHM on April 16 at 5 p.m., and join the fun. If all goes as planned, Pioneer’s team could join in league play, beginning next October.
Pioneer Living History Museum is located off I-17 at Pioneer exit 225. It is just south of Daisy Mountain and north of Carefree Highway. Find out more about PLHM at www.pioneeraz.org or call them at: 623-465-1052. To learn more about Arizona Territories Vintage Base Ball, go to their website at: arizonavintagebaseball.com/.
