Youth Sluggers Back Again Swinging for the Stands

Joined by Suffolk County Legis. Lou D’Amaro, D-Huntington Station, and Huntington Town Councilmembers Susan Berland and Mark Cuthbertson, the St. Hugh-St. Elizabeth Baseball/Softball League kicked off its 2013 season with the always-exciting annual welcome banner parade and introduction of this year’s players before parents, fans and community members on Saturday, April 20. 

The league is based in Huntington Station and open to youngsters from all surrounding communities.

Once again, the day’s program was held at the beautiful St. Anthony’s High School indoor track in Melville.  Under the direction of 20-year Commissioner Marian Layer, this marks the 53rd anniversary of the league, which was formed in 1950 and offers baseball, softball and challenger divisions for area children from kindergarten through high school.  

More than 1,000 area youth will participate in the 2013 baseball, softball and challenger leagues including nearly 200 playing on the competitive travel teams.

“I am thrilled to join in the excitement of another opening day for the St. Hugh – St. Elizabeth Baseball/Softball league,” said Legislator D’Amaro.  “As always, I thank Commissioner Layer and the dedicated league volunteers for their continued commitment to our local youth. Play ball!”

Article and photo courtesy of the Office of Lou D'Amaro