Op/Ed: 3rd RBI In A Row: Congrats to Liberty Road Redwings Family, Friends & Players
(RANDALLSTOWN - August 6, 2008) - Congratulations go out to Brian, Tavin, Torin, Charlie & Coach Ricky of the Barons of Prince George's County. They won the Black World Series Tournament in South Carolina @ Benedict College over the weekend.
Torin & Tavin: You're more than welcome to accompany our team Friday Night - August 8, 2008 @ 5:45 @ Home Plate Plaza where we will receive our RBI Trophies for the 16-18 Division. We'll be recognized on the field before the Texas Rangers game. I know you guys didn't play that many games, but your play assisted us in getting our third consecutive RBI Championship for the 16-18 Division. Your help allowed some of our players to rest and be full strength for the Championship games.
Everyone check out the Digital Sports web page under MIAA baseball. They've added a few interviews about our championship game and players.
I'll see everyone Friday (08-08-08) @ Randallstown @ 4:45PM. Will be leaving @ 5:00PM for the stadium (Camden Yards). We'll wear our White pants, Black Liberty Road Shirts and I'll hand out the black and orange Orioles jerseys before we leave. FYI, you must have an Orioles hat. If not, I'll give out the strapped hats at the field before we leave.
PS. I hear the Tournament might be in Greensboro next year, so let's start to get ready this year. The Greensboro teams won two divsions - 12 & under and 15 & under. Do check out the MJBL articles on the internet.
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In honor of the Liberty Road Redwings' phenomenal accomplishments, Coach Burnette will be a featured guest on the next "Empower Hour" - 8.12.08 - (WOLB 1010 AM in Baltimore, Tuesdays from 10 to 11 am) with host/BMORENEWS.com publisher Doni Glover.
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