Raffle Winners Announced

The raffle is completed with a net of amount earned for the program of $1865. Thanks to all who participated by getting out and selling tickets. The grand prize for the 4 Mariner tickets goes to Matt Mariani of Snoqualmie. The signed soccer Jersey goes to Brian Baldwin of Seattle. Congratulations to our winners.

Fundraising Raffle

Vashon High School Baseball is running a raffle to raise money for the team to purchase new uniforms. First prize is a night on the town, 4 Mariner tickets with a parking pass and $200. Second prize is a Sounders shirt signed by all of the 2013 team members.
The Fundraising Raffle draw date has been changed by one day to allow for the players to get in one more full weekend of sales and then get their tickets in. The new time for the drawing will be on July 2nd at 10:30. The winners will be posted here and on the High School website under the sports section.

Jim Martin Alumni Baseball Game a Rousing Success


Micah Deibell goes airborne to avoid tag at the plate
The 2nd annual Jim Martin Alumni Baseball Game was held on June 3.  Alumni team members came from around the region to participate, ranging in ages from 20 to 50+.  The main event was a seven inning game pitting the current Pirate Varsity (coached by Steve Hall) against the Pirate Alumni (coached by Joe Wald). 

In a closely fought match, the Alumni team prevailed 3-1, and was led by a strong pitching staff from the classes of 2007/2008.  Justin Calhoun, Eric Anderson, and Micah Deibell all pitched two innings apiece and Chris Allman closed it out in the seventh.  Pitching for the Varsity were Tyler Bernheisel, Erik Powelson, Kelly Sullivan, and Josh Myer.  Leading the Alumni offense with multiple hits were Nathan Ott and Deibell.  Surprisingly perhaps, several of the "older" Alumni made solid contact at the plate and they delivered a couple of hits as well.  A defensive standout for the Varsity was Coach Steve Hall, who made several sparkling plays at shortstop!

After the game, organizers hosted a barbecue, served up by grill master Rick Powelson.   The final event of the day was the Home Run Derby.  Most of the players participated and multiple home runs were anticipated, but due to wind conditions, that was not to be the case.  Despite several players (including Coach Hall) coming very close on several attempts, there were no home runs until Chris Allman cleared the left field fence in his final at bat to win the Derby. 

“It’s always great to see how much the Alumni have grown and matured,” said Steve Hall.  “It was also cool having the guys wanting me to play shortstop for both teams!” 

The Pirates want to thank everyone who participated, especially Alumni Tom Smith who umpired the game. 

Photos were taken by former Beachcomber photographer (and Pirates Alumnus), Rik Forschmiedt.  To purchase copies, go to Rik's Images

Some Alumni Players Pause For A Photo-Op Before Taking The Field

Belated Congratulations To These Fine Pirate Players