IPSWICH CHIEFS BASEBALL

Ipswich 14 Beverly 13

2011-07-23T06:52:00.002-04:00

Ipswich won its fourth straight by scoring 4 runs in the bottom of the sixth in a game called due to darkness. Ipswich trailed the whole game by scores of 7-2 10-6 before tying it at 10. Beverly scored 3 runs in the top of the 6th but couldn't hold of the Chiefs. Greg Doucette, Dylan Cain and Andy Knox had key hits and the surrounding Chief hitters were patient at the plate 2bb 1hbp with the bases loaded and game tied with one out Knox scored on a wild pitch to seal the game. Mike Pantane picked up win in relief.

Ipswich 12 Rockport 8

2011-07-19T07:41:00.002-04:00

Ipswich one its third straight thanks to timely hitting. Trailing in the third 4-1 the Chiefs scored 4 runs to take the lead thanks two run singles by from Ryan Montecalvo and Jimmy Cadogan. Ipswich continued to put up runs in the 4th and fifth but pesky Rockport wouldnt go away.

Ipswich 19 Hamilton 6

2011-07-15T07:06:00.002-04:00

The Chiefs picked up their fourth win of the season with a tremendous offensive explosion. All 9 starters recorded at least one hit in their 19 hit 19run night. Ipswich blasted four home runs at Patton park which included two by player/manager Gardy O'Flynn and blasts from Jimmy Cadogan and pitcher Greg Doucette. Ipswich trailed 5-4 going into the 4th then scored 9 runs in the next two innings. Hamilton got an unbeleivable night from shortstop John Stewart who connected on two tape measure shots into the pond.

Ipswich 8 Topsfield 4 (Friday June 3rd)

2011-06-07T09:27:00.002-04:00

Ipswich jumped out to a 4-0 lead in the top of the 1st and never looked back. Matt Roberts and Gardy O'Flynn both had two run singles in that frame. Greg Doucette pitched 6 strong innings as the Chiefs played flawless defense led by shortstops Ryan Montecalvo's nine infield assists. BJ Weed pitched well in relief for the Tories.

GAME CANCELLED TONITE vs. Manchester/Essex

2011-06-01T16:55:00.001-04:00

Chiefs 2011 Schedule

2011-05-06T09:30:00.004-04:00

Ipswich Chiefs Schedule 2011
Monday May 30th: Topsfield @ Ipswich Win 5-2 (Michael)
Wednesday June 1st @ Manchester/Essex
Friday June 3rd: Ipswich @ Topsfield
Monday June 6th: Hamilton @ Ipswich
Thursday June 9th: Ipswich @ Hamilton
Sunday June 12th: Ipswich @ Rockport
Monday June 13th: Rockport @ Ipswich
Friday June 17th: Beverly @ Ipswich
Monday June 20th: Rowley @ Ipswich
Wednesday June 22nd: Ipswich @ Rowley
Monday June 27th: Manchester @ Ipswich
Tuesday June 28th: Ipswich @ Manchester
Tuesday July 5th: Topsfield @ Ipswich
Friday July 8th: Ipswich @ Topsfield
Monday July 11th: Hamilton @ Ipswich
Thursday July 14th: Ipswich @ Hamilton
Sunday July 17th: Ipswich @ Rockport
Monday July 18th: Rockport @ Ipswich
Friday July 22nd: Beverly @ Ipswich
Sunday July 24th: Ipswich @ Beverly
Monday July 25th: Rowley @ Ipswich
Wednesday July 27th: Ipswich @ Rowley
Sunday July 31st Ipswich @ Beverly 5PM
PLAYOFFS
Sunday August 7th 1 vs 4
Monday August 8th 2 vs 3 and 4 vs 1
Tuesday August 9th 3 vs 2
Wednesday August 10th 1vs 4
Thursday Aug 11th 2 vs 3
FINALS August 13,14,17,20,21

Chiefs slip by Rams 7-6

2009-08-03T21:05:00.001-04:00

The Chiefs locked up a play-off spot last night with a win over the Rams 7-6. Ipswich stayed hot with the bats and plated the first 5 runs of the game over 4 innings against Rowley's starter Katin. Dave Shoreman pitched the first three scoreless innnings for the Chiefs but had to leave in the fourth when he aggravated a recent hamstring strain. He was relieved by Andy Workman who pitched well for the next 2 and 2/3 innings. The Rams however, were able to get one back in the fourth and four more in the 6th (2 earned). Greg Doucette relieved Workman with two outs and two on in the sixth and came up with a huge strike out to end the inning and the threat. The Rams were not done yet and after a scoreless top of the seventh, Rowley was able to plate one more in the bottom of the inning when Ralph Renzulli (2-4, 2B, 2 RBIs) drove in a man from second. Doucette was able to close the door on the next batter and induced a weak grounder to the mound to end the game and send the Chiefs to the playoffs.

The Chiefs offense was paced by Sotiopoulos, Montecalvo, Radzim and Dawley who all had two hits each. Shoreman hit his 8th home run of the year in the third inning as well. The Chiefs finish tonight at home with the final game of the series and the ITL season against Rowley. The Rams need the win to secure a playoffs spot, while an Ipswich win will send Hamilton-Wenham into the fourth spot.

Ipswich over Manchester-Essex 4-2

2009-08-03T21:04:00.000-04:00

Ipswich moved one step closer to securing a playoff berth on Saturday morning with a win over ME. Dave Doucette took the mound and came up big with 5 strong innings surrendering only one earned run. The chiefs offense was once again led by Ricky Sotiropoulos (2-2 2B, 2 BB) with Ant Hernadez chipping in a couple hits as well (2-4 2B). Tom Radzim came up with a big solo home run in the sixth to give the Chiefs some breathing room. Kevin Michael pitched the sixth and was able to escape unharmed after a quick pick off move to second with two men and two outs to end the Mariners threat. Dave Shoreman closed the game out with a scoreless seventh.

The Mariners sent several pitchers to the mound throught the contest. Dasilva, Stout, and Cain all threw a few innings and were able to keep the Chiefs hot bats relatively quiet scattering 8 hits over 7 innings . Buckley had two hits for the Mariners. After the four games between the two teams, the season series ended in a split.

Chief's beat Rowley 8-6

2009-07-30T08:38:00.002-04:00

The hot steamy weather was about as hot as the Chief's have been over the last couple weeks. The Chiefs went into tonight like every other night, to win.

Chris Lane took the bump for the Chief's tonight and went a complete game, surrendering 2 earned runs over the game, while striking out three.

Offensivly for the Chief's Brian Dawley and Travis Doty all had big hits for the Tribe. The Chief's were able to use Rowley's miscues to their advantage and plated runs.

The Chief's stand off against Rowley tomorrow night again. And then on Saturday they battle Manchester-Essex at Patton Park in Wenham before the ITL Homerun Derby.

Ipswich Rams Past Rowley 9-3

2009-07-28T10:11:00.001-04:00

The Ipswich Chiefs continued their second half surge towards the playoffs with a 9-3 victory in their 1st meeting this year with the Rowley Rams.

Kevin Michael pitched a complete game for the victory while Joe Katin was hit hard all night and suffered the loss. Ipswich got a tape measure 3 run HR from Travis Doty to open the scoring in the 1st and added 2 more in the second to take a 5-0 lead. Rowley scored 2 runs in the top of the 4th inning with some timely 2 out hitting but Ipswich responded with 4 in the bottom half to take a 9-2 lead. Rowley added a run in the 6th to round out the scoring.

Ricky Sotiropolous (2-4) and Matt Lane (2-3) lead Ipswich while Koby Thibault reached base 3 times (1-2) for the Rams. Dave Leavitt pitched a scoreless seventh inning for Rowley.

Both teams meet again on Wednesday at Eiras Field (5:45).

Standings as of July 17th

2009-07-17T14:08:00.000-04:00

Chief's Win - That's 5 in a Row

2009-07-16T21:44:00.002-04:00

The Chief's rattled off their 5 win in a row tonight defeating Hamilton 8-6.

Kevin Michael picked up the win for the Chief's tonight. Going 6 1/3 before giving way to Chris Lane who picked up the save for the Chief's.

The offense was lead by Andy Knox who had 3 hits and 2 RBI's. Tom Radzim went 2-4 for 3 RBI's. Matt Lane also chipped in 2 hits and an RBI. Both Travis Doty, and Radzim both scored 2 runs.

With the score 8-6 Chief's in the bottom of the 7th, the Generals made it interesting with Mark Provost leading off the inning with a double, which was then followed by a Jared Stewart 2-Run bomb to left. Lane would then enter with Jim Maloney on 1st who reached on an error. Lane would strik out Justin Tilley, give up a basehit to Sullivan, and would then strike out Reggie Maidment to end the game on a called third strike.

The Generals offense was paced by Jared Stewart who was 1-2 at the plate with a HR and 2 RBI's. Mark Provost was also 2-4 with a run scored in the loss.

Ipswich won the season series 3-4, Ipswich travels to Rockport on Sunday night, and the Generals don't play until Tuesday when they face off against Beverly.

Chief's Pick Up 3rd Win In a Row

2009-07-13T22:02:00.002-04:00

The Chief's picked up their third straight win Monday night down the ol' ball yard.

Dave Shoreman took a no-hitter into the top of the 6th against the Generals of Hamilton-Wenham. Shoreman would give up the first hit (double)to Jared Stewart, and that would be the only hit he would surrender. Shoreman gave up an un-earned run in the 4th. The line on Shoreman was CG, 1 hit, 5 K's, and 1 base on balls.

The Chief's offense was paced by Ricky Sotiropolous who was 2-3 at the plate scoring 2 runs, and knocking in 1 RBI. Travis Doty added hit name to the homerun board by smoking a ball into right-center, scoring Shoreman. Anthony Hernandez chipped in 2 RBI's on a base clearing double to right. Tom Radzim, Matt Lane, Andy Knox, and Ryan Montecalvo also had hits for the Chief's.

These two teams square off again Thursday night. The Chief's have a make-up game on Wednesday against Beverly at Ipswich.

Chief's Drop 4th Game of The Year

2009-06-11T21:48:00.004-04:00

The Chief's bats couldn't get hot against Mike Drinkwater Thursday night.

The Chief's were able to muster just two runs the whole game. 1 in the first on a Tom Radzim basehit scoring Kevin Michael. Kevin Michael would score in the second on an error by the General's 2ns baseman.

The General's had the bats smoking against Chris Lane, the Chief's starter. Lane would go four innings, surrending 9 hits, 7 runs (4 earned), while striking out 4 and walking 1. Dave Doucette would come on in the 6th, and surrendered 3 runs (2 earned), and striking out 3.

The Chief's look to avenge the 4th loss of the year against Rockport this coming Sunday away in Rockport.

Chiefs Get 1st Win of the Year

2009-06-08T21:34:00.002-04:00

In a barn burner of a night at Linebrook Park, the Ipswich Chief's pulled out a high energy win in the bottom of the 7th when Dylan Durning stole home to secure the win...But not without going down with a thumb injury. Early word is the Dylan dislocated his thumb out of the socket.

Dave Shoreman got the nod for the home town team going a complete game scattering 4 hits, striking out 9, walking 6, while also hitting one batter twice.

The Chief's started the hit parade off of HW's starter Jensen, with 4 runs in the 1st off of Dylan Durning's first Homerun of the year. Andy Knox would follow a few batter's later with a sac fly to center scoring Tom Radzim.

In the 2nd inning Shoreman would start the inning off with two straight walks of General hitters, and O'Leary would take Shoreman yard to left to bring the score to 4-3 Chiefs. The Chief's would get back a run in the bottom of the inning, and then in the 3rd Kevin Michael would hit his first home run of the year to center, making the score 6-4 after 3 full.

The Generals would tack on 1 in the 5th, and one in the 6th off a Mark Provost double to left. Knoting the score at 6.

Shoreman in the top of the 7th would have a 1-2-3 inning. The Chief's started off the inning with Durning leading off on a double. A walk to Radzim, and then to Ryan Montecalvo. Michael would strike out with the bases loaded for the 1st out with bases still loaded. On a 1-2 count, Durning took off for home. The high pitch would get away from General catcher Bryan Vitale, and Durning would be safe at home for the win.

Durning was down for about a minute, and would soon get up holding his hand. Dylan is currently on his way into Boston this evening to see a hand specialist. Here's to Dylan making a full recovery.

These two meet Thursday night at Patton Park.

Chief's Drop 3rd in a Row 4-3 to the Torries

2009-06-05T21:47:00.003-04:00

The Chief's had a great pitching effort from Kevin Michael making his first start of the season.

The Chiefs bats were only able to muster 6 hits against Evan Bunker who worked 6 1/3 innings for the Torries. The Chief's offense was led by Brian Dowley making his first start of the season at third and went 2-3 at the plate.

The Chief's started out in the 2nd inning with 2 runs in two hits. Radzim led off the inning with a walk, and then advanced to third on a Kevin Michael double down the left field line. Brian Dowley had a SAC fly to center to score Radzim. Matt Lane would drive in Michael on a fielder's choice.

There wouldn't be any more scoring until the bottom frame of the 4th, when Lobdelo would reach on an error at third. He would later score on a Ben Hathaway double . Driscoll would then reach on a base hit to right, and would then score on a Travers triple to left, leaving the game tied at 2.

The Torries would tack on two more in the bottom of the 5th, with a Lobdelo base hit scoring Lampkin and Hathaway who reached on a double and single respectfully. The Chief's would make it interesting in the top half of the 7th. Matt Lane was second up in the inning, and had a base hit to right, Sotiropoulos would reach on a walk, and would score on a fielders choice by Andy Knox. The bases would be loaded again with 2 outs in the top of the 7th, but the Chief's bats were unable to tie the game and suffered their third loss of the year.

The Chief's are home Monday to face off against Hamilton-Wenham, and the Torries travel to Essex on Tuesday. All games start as always at 5:45.

Chiefs Drop to the Torries 9-7

2009-06-02T19:57:00.003-04:00

The Chiefs couldn't get the runs across the plate when it was needed Monday night.

The offense was paced by David Shoreman who hit two homeruns (3) and drove in 3 RBI's. Ryan Montecalvo was also solid at the plate going 3 for 3 and scoring a run.

Chris Lane started for the Chiefs and threw 4 innings, surrendering 6 runs, 5 earned while striking out 4. Gregg Doucette came in with the score tied in the 5th, and shut down the Torries in the 5th. And then in the 6th the Torries exploded for 3 runs on 3 hits. The Chiefs got one back in the 6th on a Ricky Sotiropoulos' base hit scoring Ryan Deshchanes.

The Chiefs look to score their first win of the season Friday Night in Topsfield at 5:45.

Tonight's Game

2009-05-27T15:47:00.001-04:00

Tonight's game has been PPD due to rain. No make up has been scheduled.

New Chief's Hats For You To Rock!

2009-05-26T18:30:00.001-04:00

Coming soon there will be some new Chief's items for you to rock during the summer on the beach, your favorite watering hole, or if you just want to look slammin' like Tom Radzim. There are going to be some new hats made up. These hats will be 20.00 and will be flex-fitted with the "Mesh Trucker Style" backing in white, and a green front, with the new logo on it. The hats are really comfortable, and look pretty damn cool.

If your interested in a hat please let us know, they will take about two weeks to come in. We will have a picture up of the hat in the coming days, so be on the look out!

Chief's Drop Home Opener

2009-05-25T21:49:00.002-04:00

Monday night saw a great back and forth game between the Chief's of Ipswich and the Manchester-Essex squad.

Dave Shoreman took to the hill for the hometown team, and pitched 4 innings of 4 hit ball. Shoreman left the game tied 3-3 after 4. Dave Doucette came on and finished the game surrendering 5 runs (4 earned).

The game was paced by homeruns from Matt Lane in the 2nd over the Lane Pole in right which platted Kevin Michael who was hit by a pitch. Shoreman went bridge in the 5th inning with Anthony Hernandez on 2nd after hit lead off double. Ricky Sotoropolus led the team going 3 for 4 at the plate.

The Chiefs look to tie up the series on Wednesday, in Essex.

The Gatah Makes Return

2009-05-18T21:25:00.002-04:00

#7 in your programs, #1 in our hearts. Bobby Greenleaf was spotted in the ITL Baseball Alumni game this past weekend.

A brief history of the Ipswich Chiefs

2009-05-15T09:49:00.002-04:00

By Joshua Boyd/jboyd@cnc.com
Thu May 14, 2009

Ipswich - While the Intertown Twilight League celebrates its 80th anniversary, the Ipswich Chiefs are celebrating their own milestone.

The Chiefs are in their 50th year, having started as members of the ITL in 1959. Don Burke and his brother Bob Burke were the founders of the Chiefs that year.

Don Burke had recently completed a brief professional minor league baseball career in the Brooklyn and then Los Angeles Dodgers organization in the late 1950s.

Upon returning home and settling in Ipswich, he joined his brother Bob, who was an education teacher at Ipswich High School.

“He raised the money and I got the players,” said Don. “I came back from playing pro ball, and there was a big softball league at that time in the area. After the softball games, we’d round up guys and tell them about the team. Mike Singer was one of these guys, and once I got Mike, he helped me get other guys.”

The No. 1 rule for the Ipswich Chiefs then was that each player must be a resident of Ipswich. The “resident” rule for another team is what created the Chiefs, in fact.

“My grandfather, John Burke, had played for the Rowley team in the Intertown League, and both my brothers and I also played for them,” said Don. “We lived in Ipswich, so we couldn’t play for Rowley anymore, so we started our own team.”

Singer played on that first Chiefs team in 1959 and stayed with the Chiefs into the early 1970s. Afterwards, Singer became the Umpire-in-Chief of the ITL. Nowadays, he’s among the Chiefs’ biggest fans.

“It’s a great tradition. I go every Monday night to the games. Naturally, I’ve stopped playing, but I love to watch the Chiefs play,” said Singer.

Chief's on Facebook!

2009-02-16T19:46:00.002-05:00

Check out the Ipswich Chief's group page on Facebook!!!

Keep up to date with all the off-season Hot Stove action!

Opening Day is May 25th!!!

Chiefs Sweep The Rams 3-2

2008-07-31T08:34:00.002-04:00

The Ipswich Chiefs continued the winning ways, with a three game sweep of the Rowley Rams in their final meeting of the season.

In a well played game all around by both teams. Ricky "DJ" Sotoropolous scored on a passed ball in the top of the 7th for the go ahead run. Dylan Durning continued to hit well going 2-4 at the plate with a RBI. Matt Lane, Patch Barton, and Tyler Hammond also contributed 1 hit a piece in the win.

Tom Radzim after the game: "Dylan ripped it tonight with 2 hits. OH WOW he's really looking great right now".

Chris Lane earned the win going 7 strong innings, scattering 4 hits, and one earned run, while striking out 1.

The Chiefs continue their week of games with a match-up against Topsfield Thursday Night at Proctor Field.

Chiefs Top Rams 8-7

2008-07-29T21:21:00.000-04:00

Another great game was played between the Ipswich Chiefs and the Rowley Rams at Linebrook Reservation.

Tonight saw the oldest pitcher catcher combination in Chiefs history. Kevin Smolla and Mike Blaise combined for 86 years! Smolla had some issues but was able get back to the young buck he once was. Smolla was able to complete 4 innings, scattering 11 hits, 7 runs, 2 walks, and struck out 4. Dave Doucette threw the final 3 frames and kept the Rams hitless, while walking 1.

The Chiefs offense was led by Anthony Hernandez who was 2 for 4 at the plate and driving in 3 Chiefs. Andy Knox also added a 3 for 4 night and drove in a run. Ryan Montecalvo, Dylan During, and David Shoreman all added RBI's. Shoreman was also hit twice this evening. There was also a Chiefs first tonight, during the 3rd inning Montecalvo was stung by a bee during his at bat.

Tomasz, Thibault, and McDonald all chipped in with two hits a piece for the visiting Rams. Thibault also provided 3 RBI's.

R H E
Rowley: 7 11 3
Ipswich: 8 8 2

The Chiefs travel to Rowley tomorrow as they look to take the three game series.

Lane, Doucette 1 Hit Generals in 6-1 Win

2008-07-18T10:13:00.004-04:00

Winning has been a common trend over the past three games for the Chiefs. The visiting Chiefs went into Patton Park looking for another win to keep the streak alive.

The game started off in the right direction for the Chiefs as Rick Sotoropolous led off the game with a home run to right to take the lead, and the Chiefs were able to plate one more run in the first. The Chiefs were able to plate three runs in the second with 2 RBI's going to David Shoreman would drove them in off his double to the left field gap. Anthony Hernandez and Andy "Sticks" Knox both contributed 1 RBI a piece.

Chris Lane (W 6IP, 1H, 1R, 2K, 3BB) set the pace for the Chiefs on the mound. Lane carried a no-hitter into the bottom of the 6th until a 0-1 change up stayed up in the zone to Jered Stewart which was taken into the willow tree in left. Lane would go on to retire the side there after. Dave Doucette faced just three batters in the bottom of the 7th to secure the victory.

R H E
IPS: 6 7 2
HW: 1 1 1

The Chiefs are at home Friday Night against the Beverly Giants at 5:45. Hope to see everyone there!

Ipswich Chiefs T-Shirts For Sale

2008-07-16T16:55:00.003-04:00

Check it out fans of the Chiefs! T-Shirts are available for 15.00 a piece and can be purchased at the games!

Back of the T-Shirt Reads: "Hitting it Hard, Every Monday Night, All Summer Long"

Shoreman Shuts Out the Generals

2008-07-14T21:01:00.002-04:00

The Chiefs came to play on Monday night at home! Dave Shoreman paced the hometown squad throwing a complete game 2 hit shutout for the boys in green.

Rick Sotoropolus led the offense going 3 for 4 at the plate tonight from the lead off spot. Dylan Durning, and Shoreman both went 1 for 3, Shoreman helping the cause with 2 RBI's and During contributing an RBI of his own. All of the Chiefs offense came in the 5th inning, when The Generals commited 2 errors.

The highlight of the Chiefs was Shoreman's pitching performance. He chaulked up 7K's through the complete game yielding just 2 hits, walking 3, and only needing 99 pitches. Mark Potter and Justin Tilley had the only hits for the visiting Generals.

Judd Function although pitched well got the tough luck loss. Function threw a 6 innings, giving up 3 earned run, 5 hits, and walking just 2 Chief batters.

R H E
HW: 0 2 4
IPS: 5 5 4

Shoreman (W): CG 7IP 2H 0R 7K 3BB
Function (L): 6IP 5H 5R (3 Earned) 3K 2BB

These two teams meet again on Thursday for the final game of the series. 5:45 at Patton Park.

Chiefs 11 - Torries 0

2008-07-12T10:19:00.001-04:00

Chiefs win 11-0!

Next game Monday vs. H-W in Ipswich. Be there!

Make-Up Games

2008-07-11T08:45:00.001-04:00

Friday 7/18 5:45 Beverly @ Ipswich
Thursday 7/24 5:45 Ipswich at Manchester/Essex
Tuesday 7/29 5:45 Rowley @ Ipswich
Thursday 7/31 5:45 Ipswich @ Topsfield

Pictures from the 2008 Season

2008-07-08T18:44:00.004-04:00

Topsfield 6 - Chiefs 5

2008-07-08T14:00:00.001-04:00

Monday night at Linebrook field saw a back and forth battle with Ipswich battling the Torries of Topsfield.

Kevin Smolla put in a valent effort for the hometown club leaving the game tied at 4 a piece. Chris Lane came on to try and perserve the lead but was unable to handle the task. Lane let up a sacrafice fly in the 5th to score the 5th Torries run.

The Chiefs fought back from one run down in the bottom of the 5th, to bring the game back to 5-5. In the top of the 7th the Torries would score another run and lock in the win for them. Lane let up a basehit with the bases loaded to plate Brian Greene for the winning run.

The Chiefs again played well defensively and Smolla had an effective outing. But Lane couldn't hold off the Topsfield bats. Setting the table for the Chiefs offensivley were Tom Radzim (2-3 3-Run Homerun 2 Runs Scored) Ricky Sotoropolus (2 Hits), Dylan During (Double).

The Chiefs look to rebound the loss on Friday night at Proctor Field in Topsfield.

Chiefs Shutout Manchester-Essex 2-0

2008-07-01T08:39:00.001-04:00

The fans at Linebrook Park Monday night saw a fantastic game which saw solid pitching from both sides, stellar defense, and some late inning heroics.

Chris Lane (W 7IP, 2H, 6K,2BB) took the mound for the Chiefs, and was able to perserve the 2 hit shut-out, with some of the best defense the Chiefs have played in a long time. Ryan Montecalvo, Matt Lane, and Ant Hernandez all contributed with fantastic plays in the field. With Lane going into the third base line fence to make a sprawling catch. Manchester not to be undone made some fantastic plays of thier own, with a great catch in DEEP center off the bat of David Shoreman. Although Shoreman was robbed of at least a triple, he would later make up for it at the plate.

With both pitcher's battling through out the game, it wasn't until the bottom of the 6th. Rick Sotoropolous lead off the inning with a four pitch walk, which brought Shoreman to the plate. After taking a monstrous hack at an off speed pitch, he settled in, and drove the next pitch over the wall in left for a two-run job. Putting the Chiefs up 2-0 going into the 7th.

Lane would run into some trouble in the top have of the 7th. When Nate Bertolino led off the inning with a double. Lane would then walk a batter with two outs to have runners on 1st and 3rd but was able to get the final out without letting up a run.

The win puts the Chiefs at the .500 mark, with a record of 5-5-1. They travel to Essex Tuesday night.

Game Called Tonight

2008-06-23T16:39:00.000-04:00

Tonight's match up between Ipswich and Rowley has been called due to weather, and poor field conditions.

Make up game to be scheduled at a later day.

Ipswich will travel to Rowley on Wednesday night.

Chief's Sponsor of the Week: Marcorelle's Wines and Liquors!

2008-06-17T10:05:00.002-04:00

After each home game there's only one place the Chief's go for their after game refreshment! Marcorelle's Wines and Liquors, located right in the heart of downtown Ipswich at 30 Central St.

Marcorelle's offers a walk in cooler which you can choose from a great selection of ice cold beer, pick up a bottle your favorite liqour or take a peek at their incredible wine selection that has wines from across the world.

Marcorelle's also specializes in customized orders, local deliveries and special discounts! They will be able to help you with all your needs!

Also don't forget to check out their second location in Hamilton! Its located at 45 Bay Road (Rt. 1A).

CHIEFS 9 - TOWNIES 8

2008-06-16T22:39:00.000-04:00

On an overcast and buggy Monday night in Ipswich the Chiefs and Townies battled it out like the days of old.

Dave Shoreman took to the hill Monday night to earn a complete game win for The Chiefs. It was a full 7 inning battle for both teams. Tied 6-6 until the bottom of the 5th with two down in the home half Matt Lane doubled to right center. With Andy Knox pinch running for Lane that set the table for another comeback player in right fielder Travis Doty. Down 1-2 after fighting off a couple pitches Doty used some opposite field power to hit in into the trees in right field at Linebrook for the Chiefs to take a 8-6 lead. The Chiefs would take another run in the bottom half of the 6th. In the visitors half of the 7th The Townies scored to cut the lead to 9-8 with one out and runners on second and third. The Chiefs needed to bring the infield in with just one out to try and protect the lead against Brock Currier. Currier lined a ball at shortstop Ryan Montecalvo who quickly threw to Anthony Hernadez covering third for the double play to end it.

The win split the first half series with The Townies. The Chiefs have four days off before defending the Reservation Friday night against Beverly. Game starts at 5:45 hope to see everyone there.

Chiefs Fall Short to HW

2008-06-11T13:50:00.001-04:00

On Monday night the Chiefs dropped their second game of the year to the Generals of H-W 7-4, at a warm Linebrook Field.

Chiefs Top Torries in the 7th

2008-06-03T08:23:00.003-04:00

The Chiefs faithful watched a great game Monday night as the Chiefs topped The Torries 5-4 with some late inning magic.

Chris Lane and Bradly Eaton shared the pitching duties Monday night with Lane going 4 innings, and Eaton finishing up the job for his first win of the season. The defense of Ryan Montecalvo and Matt Lane was stellar in making some nice defensive plays and turning two double plays through out the game. M. Lane (2-3) also had a nice 2 for 3 day at the plate. Dave Shoreman (1-3, rbi), Dylan During (1-3), and Tom Radzim (2-3) also added to the hits to help the Chiefs win.

With the score tied 4-4 in the bottom of the 7th, Dylan Durning got on with a lead off double. Which brought come back kid Gardy O'Flynn to the plate who smoked a line drive down left field line that hooked the foul pole perfectly to secure the walk off win for the Chiefs.

The Chiefs move to 2-1 on the season and will travel to Topsfield on Friday night for the second game of the series with the Torries. Hope to see you all there.

Are the Chiefs Going Green???

2008-04-03T17:49:00.000-04:00

Well not environmental that is...The Boys of Summer from the Linebrook Reservation will be sporting some new uni's this coming season. Look for the new Hunter Green Jersey's this coming 2008 season.

Remember the season starts on Memorial Day!!!

Salem News Article 8/8/07

2007-08-09T08:45:00.001-04:00

Chiefs bring Ipswich pride to ITL

By Mike Grenier , Staff Writer
Salem News

Dave Shoreman of Ipswich hopes the state police in New Hampshire and Massachusetts aren't too vigilant on the nights he has a baseball game.

Sometimes he has to cut it close after working his regular job in Greenland, N.H., and he really doesn't want to be late for the Ipswich Chiefs' games in the Inter-Town League, especially since he's the team's player-coach. So he does what's necessary - within limits, of course.

"I drive a little faster than I should at times (to make it to the games)," said Shoreman. "But for the most part, my employer is understanding. It works out."

Shoreman, 28, an Ipswich High graduate who played at Colby-Sawyer College, is in his 10th season with the Chiefs, who won the ITL regular season title with a 17-7 record.

The Chiefs roster is largely composed of players in their 20s, but this season they also have a just-turned-30 shortstop in Ryan Montecalvo, plus an effective 40-year-old pitcher in Kevin Smolla.

The image of beer-swilling guys who trip over themselves and make a mockery of the game is alien to this team. This isn't about arrested development, nor is it a nostalgia trip for the players. Like many other players in the ITL, the Chiefs are serious about baseball and they're willing to make sacrifices to honor their commitment to the team.

"Some of the guys have odd working hours, or they have family obligations or they're recently married - there are a lot of things on our plate," said Jim Bodwell, 26, who is happy to see that one of his former Ipswich High teammates, Brad Eaton, has developed into an outstanding pitcher (7-0 in the regular season) for the Chiefs.

"It's all about the love of the game for us," added Bodwell, who is engaged and commutes to Lowell for his job. "When you get toward the end of the season like this, there are always a lot of question marks. What will next year bring? Which guys won't be back? That's why the next (playoff) game is so important. Some guys may never pick up a glove again, so it feels special to go on the diamond with these guys. We have the honor of representing Ipswich in the playoffs."

Even before Ipswich lost to Hamilton, 4-2, last night to close out its playoff run, Bodwell said he's coming back next year. He wants to be part of an Ipswich team that captures an ITL championship, like the 2003 edition did. Bodwell was on that team but missed the playoff clincher because he was doing an internship in Jacksonville, Fla.

"I'd say this is the second best Ipswich team I've been on," said Bodwell. "We had the great team in 2003 and the nucleus is still around, but last year was tough. Our season just came to a screeching halt last year and I think we all walked away with a bad taste in our mouths. I would attribute our success this year to our attitude. We go out looking to play hard and have fun."

Ipswich was blessed with pitching depth this season. Chris Lane and Eaton ate up a lot of innings and the Chiefs also relied on a young pitcher, Dave Doucette, who goes to St. Joseph's College in Maine, along with Smolla, who is something of an inspiration to his younger teammates.

"Smolla came back after not playing for 4-5 years because this team means a lot to him," said Shoreman. "He's 40 years old and he still gets hitters out. If I'm 40, I don't know that I would be even thinking about playing, but it says a lot about Kevin that he's still playing."

Offensively, Chris Zaremba, Andy Workman, Bodwell and Montecalvo were among the leaders "but we've all had a pretty decent year," said Shoreman.

Montecalvo remains a catalyst at shortstop and is viewed as a team leader. A former baseball, hockey and soccer captain at the Pingree School in Hamilton, Montecalvo can hardly believe he's been with the Chiefs for 12 years. He now works in Salem, N.H., lives in Amesbury and he and his wife have a one-year-old son, Tyler. Montecalvo is well aware of his priorities and is just grateful that he can still play with guys he's known his entire life.

"We grew up together and a lot of us are still playing together," said Montecalvo, who also plans to return next year. "We couldn't do this unless we had understanding families who recognize how much we love the game. With everything going in our lives, it's definitely a commitment. Every year you think maybe it's going to be the last time you play, but something drives you back. If you still have the ability, it's hard to give up."

Word from the Skip... 7/11/07

2007-07-11T11:13:00.000-04:00

Game tonight against Topsfield is on as planned.

5:45 at Ipswich

Chiefs Top Torries

2007-07-10T10:57:00.000-04:00

Brad Eaton moves to 6-0 on the season as he pitched 4 scoreless innings of baseball against a testy Torries squad to beat them 11-0. Tyler Hammond and D. A. Workman pitched a scoreless remainder of the game as the Tribe has now moved to 11-4 on the season. Dylan Durning, Andy Knox, and Mr. Workman all had timely hits helping power the Chiefs offensive.

The Chiefs and Torries will become quite familiar with one another as the week is full of games between the 2 squads.

Player Profile of the Week: Ryan Montecalvo

2007-07-10T10:18:00.001-04:00

Position: SS, Father, All Around Good Guy, #1 in Your Programs and #1 in Your Heart
Number: 16 Ebsco Publishing
Nickname: Monty
Years of Service: 11
Favorite Chief/Indian: Hiawatha, Sitting Bull, Pedro Cerano, and Bob Greenleaf

The most tenured member of the Tribe, Ryan is having one of his all around best years as a member of the orginization, playing well both offensively and defensively. Probably the most leveled headed of all the Clam Flat Warriors, Ryan keeps busy by enjoying evening cruises down Linebrook Rd on his motorcycle and spending time with his family. Sometimes he can even be spotted rink side, as he and Happy Gilmore have slap shot competitions to see who exactly the more accurate shot. Also Tribe Fans he is currently in the midst of planning a social event on Monday July16th as he ushers himself into a new decade.

He looks forward to the future when his most crowning achievement will be to pass the #16 jersey along to his son Tyler Jason who at this time is still torn between hockey skates and a baseball glove, not that he is really old enough to tell the difference between the two but we'll get back to you on that. So Chiefs fans over the next 15-20 years look forward to young TJ coming up through the farm system.

Player Profile: David Shoreman

2007-07-05T13:35:00.000-04:00

Position: Catcher, 3rd Base, Pitcher
Number: #3 Choate Bridge Pub
Nickname: Shorebird, Shootah
Years of Service: 10 years
Favorite Chief/Indian: Jake Taylor

Ipswich 6 - Manchester-Essex 1

2007-07-05T13:27:00.000-04:00

In flirting with a no hitter Brad Eaton brought home another victory for the Chief's Monday night 5-1.

Eaton (5-0)continued his masterful ways against ITL opponets by tossing a complete game 2 hitter, while striking out 8, and walking 3 batters. Eaton let up the first hit in the top of the 6th which was a texas leaguer into center field. The only run Eaton let up was on a wild pitch in the 6th.

Offensively for the Tribe, Chris Zaremba was 1-3 with 2 RBI's. Tyler Hammond and Eaton chipped in with 2 hits apiece while each scoring a run. Andy Workman, Ryan Montecalvo, and Jimmy Bodwell also chipped in with hits to help the Chief's win their 9th game of the season.

The Chief's battle the Giants of Beverly on Thursday night July 5th. Come down to Linebrook where the action with begin at 5:45.

Player Profile: Dylan Durning

2007-06-26T21:05:00.000-04:00

Position: Left Field
Number: #2 "Clam Box"
Nickname: Dy-lon, Yeaaaah, Billy
Years of Service: 6
Favorite Chief/Indian: Roger Doran

Dylan Durning has been a everyday player for the Chief's since his rookie season of 2002. Dylan has had numerous roles with the Chief's. He is most notably known for his outfield play in left. Durning has also toed the rubber for the Chief's throughout his career with the Chiefs. He has pitched in important playoff games and has secured victories coming out of the bullpen on occasions. The Chief's look to Dylan as one of the "Big Bats" in a already powerful hitting line up.

Check out Dylan every Monday night down at Linebrook Park. He goes on at 5:45.

IPSWICH 4 - ROWLEY 2

2007-06-26T08:37:00.000-04:00

The reservation was warm and dusty Monday night as the Chief's took on the Rams of Rowley. In their first meeting of the year Brad Eaton took to the hill in hopes of hearding the rams.

Eaton (4-0) would throw 5 2/3 and giving up 2 runs to secure the victory for the Chief's. Chris Lane (S-2) came on in the 6th with two outs and two on and got a ground ball to third where Tyler Hammond made a great off balance throw to nail Dan Knight at first to end the 6th. The 7th Lane would allow a lead off base hit. Struck out the next batter, and forced the third hitter to bounce into a smoothly done 4-6-3 double play.

The Chief's bounced back with the bats after they were shut down in the series with Beverly. Tommy Radzim sparked the offense going 2-4 with an RBI and a run scored. Jimmy Bodwell, Chris Zaremba, and Bryan Wolfe added RBI's to contribute to the Chief's 7th win of the year.

The Chief's travel to the Mosquito nest on Wednesday night. Action starts at 5:45.

Beverly 7 Ipswich 4

2007-06-24T22:36:00.000-04:00

Ipswich went into Sunday's game looking to split the 1st half series with the Beverly Giants. Unfortunately things didn't work in the Chief's favor.

Dave Doucette started for the Chief's throwing 5 innings and scattering 7 hits, walking 3, and giving up 4 runs three being earned. Doucette gave way to Dave Shoreman who took the loss throwing the 6th.

Doucette in action Sunday against Beverly

Ipswich did continue to use the long ball as a source of their run production with two on the night. Dylan During had a solo shot to lead off the 5th and two batters later Jimmy Bodwell hit a two-run homer to right to tie the game at 4. That would be all the offense the Chief's to saddle up during the game as they were held to just three hits, two coming off the bat of Bodwell. Tommy Radzim also chipped in with an RBI in the third.

The Chief's look to get back to their winning ways Monday night at the Reservation against a competitive Rowley.

See you there at 5:45

Ipswich Chronicle June 21st

2007-06-21T21:35:00.000-04:00

IPSWICH - David Shoreman is still his 20s, but one of the oldest adult baseball programs on the North Shore is responding to his call.
Shoreman, a 10-year member of the Ipswich Chiefs, has taken over as manager for his first season after helping out former longtime manager Bob Greenleaf last year. Shoreman is the Chiefs’ second-longest tenured player, after 11-year player Ryan Montecalvo, who also helped Shoreman and Greenleaf on last year’s league runner-up.
Shoreman and Montecalvo (along with many others on the team) were also members of the 2003 Intertown Twilight League champion Chiefs.
“It doesn’t matter who we run out there [in each game] — everybody likes playing with each other on the team and we play as a team,” said Shoreman, of the 2007 team that has started out at 6-1 and in first place. “It’s a tribute to these guys. Myself and Ryan are the two [longest-tenured], and there’s a bunch of guys in for six to eight years.”
Shoreman salutes Greenleaf for setting up a winning mentality for him to work from.
“This is [Greenleaf]’s first year not being here, but he did a tremendous job of running the team for 15-plus years,” said Shoreman, a former player for Colby-Sawyer College. “It’s a great bunch of guys who want to play on the team and come out and have fun.
“When I was 18, did I think I’d still be playing? Absolutely not,” Shoreman added. “I think it’s different now that I’m kind of running the team.”
There’s not much to managing the team, however. Everyone knows what they’re doing out there, as judged by the team averaging between five and 10 hits per game this year.
“It’s just playing ball,” he added. “With the exception of five or six new guys, we’ve all been together for six and seven years.”
The names are familiar to anyone who’s shown up at 5:45 p.m. every Monday night from early June through late July (not including playoffs) since about 2001 — Tom Radzim, Dylan Durning, Chris Zaremba, Chris Lane, Brad Eaton, Andy Workman, Jim Bodwell.
“Everyone clicks and I love to see that,” said Shoreman. “I love the fact that the young guys keep coming out and keep wanting to play.”
Players like Chris Doucette, Patch Barton, Brian Wolfe and James Lampropoulos (tri-captain of the 2005 Ipswich High state champion basketball team) are all making contributions this year as newer Chiefs.

Taking out the Townies
Rockport is generally considered the Chiefs’ arch-nemesis (“They’ve beaten us in the finals the past umpteen years”), but the Townies was the team walking away disappointed two days straight earlier in the week.
On June 17, any Chiefs who happen to be fathers got a nice gift by picking up a 7-5 win at Rockport on Father’s Day. The very next evening, the Chiefs’ offense exploded for 13 runs in a 13-2 damaging defeat of the Townies at Bialek Park.
Zaremba hit a pair of home runs and Radzim added another, while Eaton (six innings) and Shoreman (one inning) combined for the win on the mound.
A day later, Chris Lane pitched a complete game in holding the Townies to two runs (one earned) and striking out 10 Rockport hitters.
Zaremba added two more home runs, sending a pair of baseballs onto the train tracks next to Bialek Park. He went 2-for-4 with four RBIs, while Radzim was 4-for-4, Eaton was 2-for-3 with two RBIs. Andy Knox was 2-for-3 with the game-tying RBI and he brought another run in for two on the day.
The team battles Beverly back at Bialek Park on Friday evening at 5:45 p.m. and they’re at Beverly on Sunday evening at the same time. Monday night’s home opponent will be Rowley.

Chief's 4th serves too much for the Townies

2007-06-18T22:54:00.000-04:00

In a game where Ipswich had to battle from one run down they took the series sweep with a 13-2 win of Rockport Monday night at Linebrook field.

The Ipswich fans were in full support of its favorite boys of summer. Chris Zaremba continued his hot streak by again taking Rockport yard twice to right field. Zaremba finished the night going two for four with 4 RBI's. Also pacing the Chief's with offense was Tommy Radzim who had a stellar performance at the plate going 4-4 with two doubles and two basehits. Jimmy Bodwell put the Chief's ahead in the home half of the 4th with a base knock to right. Andy Knox also impressed the Wahoo's down the left field line with a game tying basehit in the fourth. Brad Eaton also chipped in with two RBI's in a 2-3 day at the plate.

Chris Lane took to the hill to earn the victory tonight. Lane went the full seven to lock down his first win of the season. He surrendered 6 hits over the seven, striking out 10 Rockport hitter, and letting up one earned run.

Chris Lane making a pitch to a Townie hitter

Ipswich finishes up its 2 game home stand on Friday night when the squad from Beverly makes its 2007 debut at the Reservation.

The bell is set to ring at 5:45 in what should be a good battle!

Hope to see all the fan's routing us on!

Chief's over the Townies 7-5

2007-06-17T22:45:00.000-04:00

The right field cheering section for the Townies had some great comments this evening but it wasn't enough to get them past the Chief's tonight. As the Chief's moved to 5-1 in ITL action, beating the Townies 7-5.

Brad Eaton took to the hill in search of another victory, throwing 6 strong to earn the win. The "Skip" Dave Shoreman threw a scoreless 7th to preserve the victory for the Chief's. Leading the way for the Tribe tonight was Chris Zaremba who had two homeruns to lead the offense. Tommy Radzim also adding his second long ball of the season taking Brent Currier to center.

The Chief's return home to the reservation tomorrow night after two on the road. They hope to carry the momentum home to the left field faithful who should be in full force!

The action starts as always at 5:45 when Chris Lane looks to make his first start of the season.

Hope to see you there!

Chief's KO the Generals 14-3

2007-06-11T23:42:00.000-04:00

In the first match up between these two rivals the Ipswich squad had an impressive 6th inning by opening the flood gates with 11 runs. It was also in that 6th inning where the Tribe from Linebrook belted 3 homeruns. The hit parade started with the game dead locked at three when Tommy Radzim hit a shot into the little league diamond to take the lead. Then Jimmy "Salty" Bodwell also joined the fun going by going the other way to left. And lastly "Shootah" Dave Shoreman stroked a ball to left center almost taking out the centerfielder for the Orioles over on the little league diamond to cap off the 11 run 6th.

Hits came early for the Chief's as in the 1st Dylan During showed off his opposite field power sending a ball into the trees in right. After that it turned into a pitchers duel as HW's starter would keep the bats for the home team quiet for 4+ innings. Andy Workman got the call tonight for Ipswich throwing 6 solid innings, giving up six hits, yielding 3 runs, and struck out six Generals. Workman tipped his cap and gave way to Chris Lane who pitched a scoreless 7th.

These two meet again on Thursday on Hamilton-Wenhams battle field Patton Park. The war continues at 5:45 when Dave Doucette takes the hill for the Tribe which is looking to go 5-0.

Tonight's fun fact of the game:
Ben Ganley has made three trips to the plate in a Chief's uniform and has been hit by a pitch two of those times.

Ipswich knocks off The Torries

2007-06-08T22:20:00.000-04:00

The Chiefs knocked off the Torries by a score of 11-6. Brad Eaton got the call for the Tribe, throwing four strong innings. Scott "Hornet" Morrison came in for the 5th and 6th. Matt Lane made his 2007 debut tossing a scoreless 7th to secure the victory.
The Chiefs came out swinging the bats early taking a quick 5-0 lead. Chris Zaremba had a big double in the 1st to open the flood gates for the early advantage. Andy Knox also picked up his first ITL hit of his young career with a base hit to right in the top of the 5th.

The Chiefs are at home again on Monday night as they face the HW Generals for the first time this season. Andy Workman takes to the hill for his first start of the season. Its always a great match up when the Generals come into the reservation.

Action starts at 5:45

Friday June 8th

2007-06-08T08:46:00.001-04:00

Come down to the Reservation Friday night and watch your favorite boys of summer battle it out with the Topsfield Torries. Bring the dollar bills too, as the helmet will be passed around to help support the team! The scalping begins at 5:45!

June 4th Against Topsfield

2007-06-05T10:12:00.000-04:00

Surprise Surprise we didn't play!

MAKE-UP TBA...

Chief's Sweep!

2007-05-30T10:52:00.000-04:00

Dylan Durning gearing up for the pitch Tuesday night in Essex.

The Ipswich Chief's came off the Memorial Day Weekend with a sweep of the ITL entry from Manchester and Essex. In Monday's contest Brad Eaton (1-0) threw six innings striking out six before giving way to Scott "Hornet" Morrison(S-1) to lock down his first save of the year with the 5-2 victory.

In Tuesdays contest, the Tribe traveled to the snake pit in Essex. This is the first time the tribe has played in Essex for quite some time. Dave Doucette (1-0) started the game for the Chiefs and pitched very well in his first start of this young season. He pitched 5 strong innings to secure his first victory 5-3. Chris Lane(S-1) came in and had a quick 6th inning, and got "roughed" up in the 7th letting an 2 unearned runs score. But was able to stop the bleeding.

The Chief's are off until Monday June 4th when the Torries of Topsfield ride into reservation. Game as always starts at 5:45.

Opening Day

2007-05-18T18:13:00.000-04:00

Opening Day is right around the corner folks. So make sure you come out on Memorial Day to support your local Tribesmen at Linebrook Field. The action starts at 5:45. BE THERE!