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Alumni Classic Charity Baseball Game presented by the Walla Walla YMCA
The Alumni Classic presented by the Walla Walla YMCA is a charity baseball game hosted by the Walla Walla Sweets baseball team and Wonderboy Creative. The game, featuring DeSales and Wa-Hi alumni, will take place on July 16, 2018 at 7:00 PM in front of what should be a sold-out crowd at Borleske Stadium. The events success both on and off the field is credited to the high level of enthusiasm and participation by both current and former students, faculty, staff and administrators at Walla Walla Catholic Schools and Walla Walla Public Schools.
“The goal is to help both sides find a fun, unique way to raise needed dollars to help improve the student experience. Maybe the need is in the athletic department, maybe the need is new trombones for the music department. We don’t really have a specific fundraising goal other than to make it a large donation and to have fun with our community while doing it.”
Zachary Fraser, Walla Walla Sweets President
Alumni Game Ticket Sales
Alumni Game ticket sales will begin in May and be ongoing throughout the early part of the Sweets Baseball Season. Special priority for premium seating is offered to Sweets Season Ticket Members, after which sales open up to the general public. A special T-Shirt offering will be made available during the first month of sales where fans and can show their school loyalty and support by purchasing a ticket and t-shirt package designed according to each school’s colors.
Student Ticket Sales Contest
Students at each school are invited to participate in a ticket sales contest where big prizes are on the line for students who sell the most tickets. To inquire about tickets to the Alumni Baseball Game, find a local student to purchase from, call the Sweets Shoppe, or click one of links on this page.
- Saturday, July 14 – Alumni are invited to the Sweets game against the River City Athletics
- Sunday, July 15, Time TBA: Players and families are invited out to Borleske for batting practice, food and beverages
- GAME DAY: Monday, July 16, 7:05 pm players hit the field for a night of Alumni Baseball Action
“I think I speak for many when I say we’re grateful to our schools for the opportunities that we were provided in our youth. As former players, we get to spend time with old friends and teammates while reliving some great memories at a beautifully renovated Borleske. Being able to do so while raising money for current students in our community is an incredible opportunity.”
J.C. Biagi, Wonderboy Co-Founder & DeSales Class of ’00
Alumni Classic Charity Baseball Game
If you are interested in supporting our local schools,
please call the Sweets front office at 509.522.BALL
or contact a local student today to purchase.
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DeSales Alumni
| # | Name | Height | Position | Class | Highest Level Played |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | Cesar Lopez | 6' | Infield | 2005 | NCAA DII |
| 3 | Kris Wolfram | 5'11" | Infield | 1998 | NCAA DI |
| 5 | Nic Richard | 5'11" | Utility | 2005 | JUCO |
| 6 | Michael Wolford | 6' | Outfield | 1999 | HS |
| 7 | Donny Biagi | 5'11" | Infield | 1992 | NCAA DII |
| 8 | Jack Dickson | 6' | Utility | 2006 | HS |
| 10 | Nic Wiese | 5'10" | Outfield | 2000 | HS |
| 11 | Ryan Deccio | 5'7" | Outfield | 1999 | HS |
| 12 | Travis Fouts | 6' | Outfield | 2002 | HS |
| 15 | Brian Fortin | 5'8" | Catcher | 1999 | HS |
| 16 | Vince Ortiz | 6'2" | Utility | 2002 | HS |
| 20 | Zac Ebding | 5'8" | Utility | 2006 | HS |
| 22 | James Wolford | 6'3" | Outfield | 1997 | HS |
| 24 | Pat Graham | 6' | Infield | 1992 | JUCO |
| 25 | Martin Telstad | 6'7" | Infield | 1995 | NCAA DIII |
| 31 | J.C. Biagi | 5'9" | Utility | 2000 | NCAA DI |
| 32 | Chris Meliah | 5'11" | Outfield | 1988 | NCAA DI |
| 34 | Bill Chase | 5'10" | Utility | 1993 | JUCO |
| 35 | Michael Tompkins | 6'3" | Infield | 2006 | NCAA DI |
DeSales Coaches
| # | Name | Height | Position |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 | Kim Cox | 5'10 | Head Coach |
| 17 | Rob Holtzinger | 6'2" | Assistant Coach |
| 4 | Dave Meliah | 6'2" | Assistant Coach |
| 18 | Fr. Jeff Core | 6' | Team Chaplain |
Wa-Hi Alumni
| # | Name | Height | Position | Class | Highest Level Played |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | Chris Figgins | NA | Utility | 1992 | HS |
| 3 | Jason Magnaghi | NA | Utility | 1998 | HS |
| 4 | Jay Babbit | NA | Utility | 1998 | NCAA DIII |
| 5 | Luke Hamada | NA | Utility | 2001 | JUCO |
| 6 | Ryan Block | NA | Utility | 1995 | JUCO (Drafted by Astros) |
| 7 | Jason Grove | NA | Utility | 1997 | AA (NY Yankees) |
| 8 | Zach Armijo | NA | Utility | 2003 | HS |
| 9 | Zach Widmer | NA | Utility | 2003 | HS |
| 10 | Jay Jones | NA | Utility | 1998 | HS |
| 11 | David Blocklinger | NA | Utility | 1993 | NCAA DII |
| 12 | Dondi Cortinas | NA | Utility | 1989 | HS |
| 13 | Luke Watson | NA | Utility | 2002 | HS |
| 14 | David Bingham | NA | Utility | 1989 | A (Chicago White Sox) |
| 15 | Ben Woiblet | NA | Utility | 1994 | NCAA DI |
| 20 | Courtney Moore | NA | Utility | 1998 | JUCO |
| 21 | Travis Grove | NA | Utility | 2000 | HS |
| 25 | Nate Davin | NA | Utility | 2004 | JUCO |
| 31 | Rod Harkins | NA | Utility | 1996 | NAIA |
Wa-Hi Coaches
| # | Name | Height | Position |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 | Keith Gradwohl | 6'1 | Head Coach |
| 16 | Justin James | 6'2" | Assistant Coach |
