New York Emperors Stickball League

New York Emperors Stickball League
Sport Stickball
Founded 1985
CEO Richie Marrero
No. of teams 8
Country  United States
Official website http://www.stickball.com/

The New York Emperors Stickball League is a stickball league in The Bronx, New York City. Established in 1985,[1] the league has eight teams and a youth division. The seasons lasts from 180 games to 240 games a season.

Current teams

  • Jersey City Saints
  • Bronx Diamondbacks
  • Emperors
  • Silver Bullets
  • Leland Legends
  • Bronx Royals
  • The Gold
  • Bronx Ravens

Emperors Memorial Day Weekend Classic

The Emperors League hosts an annual tournament every Memorial Day weekend. The tournament attracts teams from southern California, Florida and Puerto Rico.[2]

Presidents of the NYESL

  • Joe Cruz (1985-1993)
  • Robert Martinez (1993-1996)
  • Pete Santiago (1997-2000)
  • Steve Mercado (?-2001)
  • Richie Marrero (?-present)[2]

References

  1. ↑ DeMarco, Peter (2000-09-08). "WEEKEND WARRIOR; Stick Plus Ball, A Happy Science". The New York Times. ...its inception in 1985, when it obtained permission from the city to close the street during game time.
  2. 1 2 Shattuck, Kathryn (2007-09-12). "A Sports Show for New York's Weekend Warriors". The New York Times.
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