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Holbrook Little League Of Jackson: Roster, Schedule
If you're stuck at your desk to watch the Little League World Series, here's the Jackson roster and a look at how the schedule is set up.
JACKSON, NJ — If you're one of the many folks cheering for the Holbrook Little League team from Jackson from afar while they participate in the Little League World Series in Williamsport, PA, here's a quick rundown on the players, the schedule and more to help you follow the team.
The team of 13 players began their quest for Williamsport in July in the District 18 tournament and have won the New Jersey Region 3 tournament, the New Jersey state championship and the Mid-Atlantic Region title to get to Williamsport.
The group, called "The Boys of Summer" back home, has won three straight state championships and has spent the last five summers playing in various all-star tournaments.
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They are the sixth Ocean County team to reach the Little League World Series, and hope to become the fifth New Jersey team to win the world championship.
THE PLAYERS
In order by uniform number
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No. 4 Ryan Kinsman
Positions: 2B, 3B, SS
Bats: R; Throws: R
Height: 4-11; Weight: 85 pounds
No. 5 John Grano
Positions: IF, CF, RF
Bats: R; Throws: R
Height: 5-1; Weight: 91 pounds
No. 6 Dean Daddio
Positions: P, 3B, OF
Bats: R; Throws: R
Height: 5-0; Weight: 105 pounds
No. 10 Chris Andrews
Positions: P, 3B
Bats: R; Throws: R
Height: 5-1; Weight: 114 pounds
No. 12 Mike Arent
Positions: LF, CF, RF
Bats: R; Throws: R
Height: 5-2; Weight: 109 pounds
No. 14 Charlie Meglio
Positions: 2B
Bats: R; Throws: R
Height: 5-6; Weight: 121 pounds
No. 17 Andy Osmond
Positions: P, 1B, RF
Bats: L; Throws: L
Height: 5-5; Weight: 126 pounds
No. 18 Garrett Drew
Positions: P, LF
Bats: R; Throws: R
Height: 5-3; Weight: 123 pounds
No. 20 R.J. Vashey
Positions: P, 1B, 3B
Bats: R; Throws: R
Height: 5-8; Weight: 179 pounds
No. 21 Tai Mann
Positions: P, 1B, CF
Bats: R; Throws: L
Height: 5-7; Weight: 125 pounds
No. 23 Chris Cartnick
Positions: P, SS
Bats: R; Throws: R
Height: 5-7; Weight: 144 pounds
No. 24 J.R. Osmond
Positions: C
Bats: R; Throws: R
Height: 5-7; Weight: 153 pounds
No. 25 Anthony Abbonizio
Positions: 3B, LF, CF
Bats: R; Throws: R
Height: 5-8; Weight: 127 pounds
THE SCHEDULE
THURSDAY, AUG. 17
1 p.m. Mexico vs. Venezuela (Venezuela wins 4-2)
3 p.m. Holbrook vs. Connecticut (Connecticut wins, 7-6)
5 p.m. Canada vs. Italy
7 p.m. Michigan vs. Texas
FRIDAY, AUG. 18
2 p.m. Australia vs. Japan
4 p.m. Washington vs. California
6 p.m. South Korea vs. Dominican Republic
8 p.m. North Carolina vs. South Dakota
SATURDAY, AUG. 19
1 p.m. Mexico vs. loser of Canada/Italy
3 p.m. Holbrook vs. Michigan (Holbrook wins, 15-5)
MONDAY, AUG. 21
3 p.m. Holbrook vs. California (Holbrook wins 12-9)
TUESDAY, AUG. 22
7:30 p.m. Holbrook vs. Connecticut
Schedule will be updated with additional rounds and scores.
Photo courtesy of Little League Baseball and Softball
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