The West
Side Boys Baseball and Girls Ponytail Softball leagues are
looking for coaches and umpires for the start of their season.
The first games
are on June 2.
League organizer
Tovie Asarese says the experience of coaching is worthwhile.
“It’s a great
experience for everyone involved,” Asarese says. “It’s been hard to get
coaches. Many don’t want to come forward and spend time with the kids during
the summer.”
Along with
baseball and softball, the West Side leagues also offer T-ball for 6- and 7-year
olds. Ages for all leagues range from six to 18 and are played at LaSalle Park.
League play extends until 31
Asarese can be
reached at 885-7692 regarding interest in coaching or umpiring for the upcoming
season.
Asarese, 89, has
been involved with West Side youth sports since 1953, when he first coached boys
baseball. He is a member of the Great Buffalo Sports Hall of Fame.
“I’ve always
enjoyed amateur sports more than professional sports. It’s a truer sport. Just
going out there and playing,” Asarese says. “I probably should have retired a
long time ago, but I enjoy working with the kids in this area.” By Chris Baggs and Neseemah Coleman
