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Rounding Third by Line Drive October 2026

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Yes, hello again all you avid readers of Rounding Third. After a long time in between editions, you are fortunate enough to get two in a week! Some may think it is not enough, but for this ghost writer this could have been one. Welcome once again and this edition may be just as in depth as last weeks, but with a focus onto the future adventures of Cods Masters, Voodoo, Softball steps up, T-ball in November and musings over whether the end of season trip requires a reset. Line Drive hopes you are well and enjoy part two.

Softball season.

Have you been asked yet? Has the man with the poison pen, Kev Pool inquired about your availability for softball? Or should be the question be, are you playing? If so or if you are interested then, softball training has recommenced under the watchful eyes of “The Doc” Sean Warfe and Brooke, “The Watcher” Thompson. Look out on the Wangaratta Softball socials for more information, or just head to the website and the club will direct you in the right direction.

T-Ball November

Question…. Does Owen Godenzi ever stop? Answer, no. This year in late November to early December, the Wangaratta Rangers is running a T-ball competition aimed at 5 to 10 year olds. At the time of writing, the club already has 20 players signed up, and are looking for more.  T-ball will be played on a Tuesday evening in the twilight at Targoora Park. Boys and Girls are all encouraged to register on our Facebook page. Search for Wangaratta Rangers Baseball. Click on the link and register. It will be a heap of fun. Come along and be part of the most progressive club in Wangaratta. Or spread the word!

The Rangers trip. Does it need a reset?

For many a year, Line Drive has documented, been part of, and the envy of many a club across the land, known as the Ranger Ramble. From first meetings, to people being locked out, dance moves Gangnam style, walking frames in Brunswick, losing phones in Melbourne, treasure hunts and attempting to explain to Gus Young how it was cheaper to purchase drinks a certain way, there has always been plenty of banter and head scratching moments. However in season 2026, life just got busy for many of the usual suspects.  The 2026 players end of season trip has been postponed. Is it time for a reset? A rejuvenation? Is it time to sell people the virtues of a weekend away as a collective? Maybe learn from those who know the way? And for those who know the way, is it time to pass the trip baton on to someone else so THEY can get more involved? There is a tin, and the tin is for little misdemeanors throughout the year, however it’s a cash tin, and cash is definitely king! (card surcharges people!) Filling the tin throughout the season for use at the Ranger Ramble is easy… after each game, talking through the silly things those do in a game, and fining them for it. Easy! Moving forward, the trip needs to evolve and get each and every player/scorer/member the chance to be involved. The trip has a future and the future is the integration. It can work. Line Drive wants it to.

Cod season 2027!

Yes, as it has been mentioned for the past 12 years, Cod season is here. This year Ash, “Gig Guide” Meyers is up for some new merchandise and redesigned shirts. It has been twelve years of Cod teal and black and that has been great, but a refresh could be on the cards. Masters weekend is penciled in for Thursday 18th to Sunday 21st March 2027. The venue is still up in the air, but If you are keen, get in contact with Cods Masters Baseball on Facebook. Come spend a weekend with the best of the best that the North East has, and talk about how good you use to be, and still are. More information to follow. Its Cod season….

Voodoo files are returning.

You read it right, the Voodoo files will be returning during November to keep you updated on all things Voodoo from the Pan Pacific Games on the Gold Coast. Line Drive will be once more tasked with documenting the good, the bad, the indifferent, and interesting baseball abilities on and off the diamond. This will be the third appearance for Voodoo, and there has been a major upgrade to the merchandise.  Restless legs, Davis Long informs us all that the Voodoo shorts have pockets this time around. Huge news! Voodoo welcomes back many of the usual suspects with “Lego Man”, Ross Johnson returning and new Voodoo Neophytes, Andy Matthews and Brett Sharp respectively. Line Drives write ups will be often be random and quite unnecessary, but as Beato says, it’s all about documenting the history!  Look out November.

Now onto the swings and misses.

  • When are we going to see the Ciccone Dome? Thank you so much for your generosity in season 2026 Francesco Wines!
  • Don’t Worry Donna Smedley, Congratulations to the under 15’s for winning the 2026 pennant. Line Drive didn’t forget but the photo will work nicely in this edition with clear air!
  • Special mention to ‘Carmel Seymour Club Spirit Award’ recipient, Jess Blanchard. Well deserved!
  • Chris, “on Ponts” Ponting has new boots! Does this mean there is at least another two seasons left in one of Shepparton’s finest? Special mention to Ponts awarded B Grade Orange runner up MVP in 2026! Now….. will Travis Frost make the trek over too?
  • Ground improvements in the coming months. With the lights erected, the club are always looking to enhance the facilities at Targoora Park. Your assistance is welcomed.
  • A big thank you to the committee in 2025 and to those who are stepping onto the 2026 committee. The AGM was held and from all reports was a nice quick affair. The new lights got a preview too.
  • Long time Rangers know that they generally only go out for one night of the year together, and this was the case once more. Avid Rouding Third reader Pete Anderson was front and centre!
  • Good luck to Tanner “The big fish” Godenzi for being selected in the state under 18 side. Huge effort.

That’s enough from me this time around. Line Drive will return in November with the Voodoo files. They are always one of the more popular and random editions. I do look forward to it.

Till then

Go Rangers and go Voodoo!

Rounding Third By Line Drive Sept/Oct. The overdue edition.

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Hello again and welcome to the September (or early October) wrap-up of all things baseball in the North East and all things Wangaratta Rangers. Line Drive decided to hold off all the stories and musings from the past six weeks until all the dust settled on another enormous season for all the wonderful characters that make up this ever expanding baseball club. In the past few days at Ranger HQ, the light towers are being erected around diamond one and the program of works in the off season is ever expanding. A big shout out goes to all the parents, guardians, committee members, social members, supporters and players who have given up their time and supported the club, no matter how big or small the job has been. Each and every person has contributed in their own unique way. Plenty of early mornings, late evenings and many kilometres covered. It’s all a part of baseball in the North East of Victoria. There is much to tell you about, and one hopes you enjoy the tales which are following.

400 plus 400 plus 350. Divide that by three.

This season, we have seen some big game milestones. There have been many 100 game achievements, but to have two 400 gamers and a 350 gamer is certainly epic for the Rangers. This is not mentioning all the games that these three may have played for representative teams and Masters.  So where does Line Drive start?

350  Dropsy

Kelsey Burder. Long time Vice President, silver circle aficionado, leader of former groups as Esmond, Nambrok, and Larkin street gangs.  Chief proprietor of Club Nambrok. Kelsey has been many things to many people of the years. Besides all the nicknames, he is loyal and committed to the Ranger cause. It feels like yesterday that Kelsey went past 200 and 300 games, so to be surprised he has reached the 350 game milestone is something to be immensely proud of.         All for one club! It was great to see on Saturday night Kelsey celebrated in true Dropsy style with the rest of the Ranger family. Congratulations Kelsey on 350 games.

400 Brendon French

The leader of the Wangaratta Rangers, “French Connection” Brendon, “Frenchy” French achieved this milestone during the regular season. French has served many roles within the club since the amalgamation of Saints and Dodgers Baseball Clubs. Club President, Vice President, committee, coach, scorer, umpire, canteen, name a role French has not done. Frenchy has been a durable player and continues to be for Rangers B grade and Cods masters Baseball. Impressive. Well done Frenchy.

400 for Pool

In fear of missing out, Club President, coach, rubber arm, Nathan Pool reached his milestone in his last game of the season. Line Drive believes it is made up of 398 A grade games and two B grade games (though could be wrong on that statistic!).  Nath is a lot of things to a lot of different people. He continues to be versatile, enthusiastic, committed and constantly pushing the Ranger envelope to be bigger and better. How many A grade games are in front of him? Judging by his last outing on the hill, there is still plenty in the tank moving forward. Congratulations Nath for 400 games.

Three hour game Sam and Josh go play the simple things.

Let’s have a look back to a couple of weeks ago where two sides just did not know when to quit. For all who witnessed this game, it was one of the most enthralling, captivating and pressure filled games that many have seen in years of watching baseball in the North East. It was like the old days of playing ball until there was a result, no timed game, just two outfits desperate and not compromising on anything. After an hour of extra play and 12 innings of gritty, pure ball, a winner was found. Credit to Albury Gold who got a prized win 4 to 3. The crowd were exhausted, the canteen was empty. Many were just reflecting on an absolute classic game. However, a couple of Ranger boys weren’t done there. After the diamond was raked, dust settled and the cleats were off, Sam, “New Canada” McPherson and newly minted first baseman Josh Wells thought would have a game of catch to wind down and stretch out. Even after 3 hours of tough baseball, with a loss, still find joy in the small things. Playing catch is still one of the best things to do whenever there is a chance. It was noted at presentation night the effect that Sam has had on the young men in the group. His passion, experience and willingness to be involved in all facets of the club, has certainly rubbed off on the younger players of the club.      It has been a pleasure to watch from afar.

Motoki. What a guy!

What a player and what a guy. Motoki has improved the skills of our kids. Because “they want to have blonde hair like his!” Line Drive cannot recall who said that or something along those lines, but the sentiment is very accurate. Runner up in the league MVP and the Rangers A grade to Tanner “Go Fish” Godenzi, Motoki was the most consistent player in season 2026. Like big Sam Mac, Motoki has integrated, resonated and is admired by the Rangers young and old. One hopes Motoki returns in the future.

Night golf shenanigans….

The Ranger faithful came out again to support the Boorhaman Golf Clubs annual night golf fundraiser. It was organised once again by Rob, “Butts” Seymour. However there were a few late withdrawals due to Carlton finishing 10th! It was great to see Shaun, “Pronger” Whiteman  smack the ball into the night sky. A great feed, a great night, and a lot of fun by all who attended. Line Drive must say that the club’s drink cart got around rather quickly too!              The Ranger faithful got together, played some questionable golf, had a great feed and supported a fellow club. That is the Ranger way!

Life member Steve Peruzzo!

For a few weeks, there was a whisper around the Ranger circles, that a long time player, committee person, manager, coach and a voice of reason could be eligible for the ultimate honour. Life membership. There was a bit of movement behind the scenes and tweaking of the schedule. President Nathan Pool informed ‘The Soaks’, Lauren Grenfell and Cameron Scott to have Steve, “The farmer” Peruzzo there by 6pm. There was a bit of nerves within the ranks when the man of the moment had not appeared by 5.50pm. Where is he? Is he coming? At around 5.55pm, in walked The Farmer and his entourage, including The Soaks. Pool glanced towards the back and noticed this, shuffling his notes and went on to deliver his speech. Life member Steve Peruzzo. Another selfless servant to Ranger cause on and off the field, a part of many functions, trips away (meeting his now wife, Ranger faithful, everyone’s friend and party girl Lisa, ‘Mrs Farmer’ Peruzzo) and playing plenty of games. Steve has dedicated many a day, night and weekend to improve how the Rangers operate. Steve’s opinions are valued and he is one of the most reliable and dependable individuals we have at the club. Line Drive could go on and on. He will stop there. A massive honour Steve, congratulations and thoroughly deserved. Make sure you wear your life member badge with pride Farmer!

Club persons of the year.

Throughout each and every club or association, the most prestigious award has to be the ‘Club person of the year’. The selfless acts, the one per-centers,  the things no one notices, but stuff just gets done. This year, the Wangaratta Rangers were fortunate or blessed to have two individuals recognised for their commitment and  desire to improve the club for all. Both Mikayla, “KK” Pool and Matt, “The Colonel” Sanders were worthy recipients of this award. The old and the new. It works in harmony. Colonel from ground work, coaching, hitting home runs, sharing the diamond with is son Darcy, and winning the C grade pennant, Sanders had a year out. A players coach  Colonel had a year many could only dream of.

“KK” has been on trend and on point with many of the social media posts and engagements through our multiple social pages. KK represents the connection to the youth of the club and is a person who gets in and just gets the job done. The apple definitely doesn’t fall far from the tree!! Congratulations to two extremely worthy recipients. Also, Happy 18th Birthday KK!

Now for the club stuff….

  • Annual general meeting 7pm Wednesday 7 October
  • Registrations for T-ball are open. See the social pages for more information
  • Softball season beginning, good luck to all those involved
  • Merchandise arrived for the end of the season. Get into contact with the club if you are yet to pick it up
  • Look to the Rangers Facebook page for further things over the off season with ground upgrades on the agenda.

That’s enough. My editor says people will stop reading. I tend to believe them! There is more to follow later this week, all things Cods, Voodoo and summertime t ball and so forth. In the meantime,

Go Rangers!

Cannot forget to mention this. Well done to C Grade for their win. Photo credit to Don Smedley.

Rounding Third By Line Drive July 2026

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Hello and welcome to a long overdue edition of Rounding Third. Many people have been wondering where Line has been, and to answer that question succinctly, they have been everywhere apart from down at the Wangaratta Rangers Baseball Club! It is not that Line Drive has forgotten about baseball in the north east, it has just been a busy few months in between playing, writing, and just doing Line Drive things. The season is in the depths of winter here in the sunny north east of Victoria, the ladders in all grades are beginning to take shape, and it has been great to observe some new additions to the club just fitting right in.

A recap of the weekend saw another good one for the Rangers. In C grade on diamond one Rangers Black got the win over Bears 11 to 3, while on a soggy diamond 2, Rangers Orange outlasted Wodonga Warriors by a score 7 to 6. In B Grade Brendon French got a win for his 400th game defeating Wodonga Warriors White by a score of 10 to 6, while Rangers Orange late charge was all to no avail being pipped by a young Warriors maroon 11 to 12. Then it was time for the main game and after a tight opening inning or two, the Ranger bats got going and ended up winning 12 to 2. It was good to sit back and watch how the blend of young and older heads in A grade is starting to gel very nicely moving towards the end of the season. This week Rangers around the North east with many up the highway in Albury, while Rangers Orange take on Porepunkah at home in a game that always feels like the end of a carnival, as there is no game after 2pm! The weather is getting better, the grounds are drying out, and everything is looking up running into August. A big thank you to those who have looked after the grounds, canteen, photos, social media and merchandise in the past month or so. A mammoth job and it has been noted. Now, let’s see if Line Drive can do some justice to the reports and tales that have come across their desk in the past month or so. Please note, the Line Drive’s editor (or the real Line Drive) is currently on leave, so the usual polished gramma, wording, sentence structure may be missing. There will be mistakes! However apart from that, enjoy the read.

Milestones and then a milestone

Over the past fortnight, many of you may have seen that a Ranger in pink brought up 100 club games in pretty quick time, while another is the first to the 400 game mark. Social media guru and queen Makayla “Kaye Kaye” Pool achieved 100 games for the rangers before the age of 18! And has since played game 101! Well done Kaye Kaye .Over the past weekend, Brendon “Papa” French had the honour of playing his 400 game for Wangaratta, with his two sons playing in the same game. French has done it all for the club; canteen manager, president, grounds person, many years on the baseball committee and countless hours down at Targoora park. It was great recognition by the club on Sunday to celebrate a true stalwart and legend of the local baseball community. Congratulations French on 400 games. Question is how many more are still in the tank? One hopes maybe another season or two. Line Drive commends the commitment and effort.

Picking off runners and extra bases.

On Sunday Line Drive got the opportunity to sit back and watch some of the A grade game between Rangers and Warriors. A fast solid start by both sides while there were some very solid defensive moves by the opposition to bamboozle the Ranger runners. The importance of hitting your cut off was very prevalent throughout this game, where Wodonga were able to steal an out here and there by having a smart cutoff and quick tag to find a ranger runner short. However it was on one of these said plays, that a young and spritetful Nathan Pool showed age was just a number. Here’s the scenario. Ball is hit to deep left field. Pool retreats to tag up on second base. Runner of thirds tags up too. Ball is caught, runner heads for home, and Pool decides to take off from second to third. Half way down the line a rather audible word of “*&^%” comes from the mouth of Pool, He doesn’t think he is going to get there. The crowd are in hysterics hearing this. A late slide and Pool was spared his blushes by beating the tag! One relived base runner. From all reports “The Pres” Nath may not being doing that again anytime soon.  To rub further salt into his rubbery legs, after a nice flick across his body to first base, newly minted 1st baseman Josh “Banter” Wells asked him to throw it harder next time. Or maybe 1st  base use those young legs to stretch out further and help him out! Anyhow regardless two nice little plays from the Pres!

Home run Matt Sanders.

Daniel Wells tracked down Line Drive on Sunday and asked if they had heard to story around a home run on diamond two during the C grade game. Luckily, Line Drive was there to witness this rare feat and achievement in C grade of a ball going OVER the fence. Late in the game Coach Matt “Colonel” Sanders comes on to replace Frank Ciccone, and hit a ball to straight away centre field for a majestic home run. Have we all got the picture? Well, it was not so much that. You see, the ball was hit to centre field and then there was a short delay while rounding second that was it a home run or not. After a short pause it was confirmed a home run. All good? What else is there to report in this tale? Wells, made the point that there was an under 12’s game on the back of diamond two and the fence was not in its regular position, a good 30m closer! So it was more like playing on a junior diamond! However, in Colonel’s defence, he just plays to the dimensions of the ground and it’s the same for both sides. Not to mention it is still a home run in the book. Keep the ball Matt. You deserve it.

Sponsors stuff

A wonderful addition this year across the socials has been the sponsor spotlight.  It is long overdue recognition and gives faces to some of characters who Line Drive has known for many a season. This year  the club has been fortunate enough to have Frank “hamstring”  Ciccone get on board and put his wonderful wines on the back of our new hoodies. His enthusiasm for the game and the club has been infectious to all. Any club would love another  5 Frank’s! Now, there is Deal for you. Order a hoodie through Wang rangers on Team app and two bottles of wine are yours! A great deal! Great hoodies, great merchandise and you look the supporter with all the gear! A big special mention the new sign on the back of the away dugout. It is one that certainly stands out.

Thank you Hamstrings!

Lets go OG

After a conversation with the president Nathan “Joe Cocker” Pool there is movement around reinstating some good old fashioned in house games. Joe has put the call out for a dart board. No context yet, but maybe its time for some after training games? Maybe it is required as  the young bulls Tanner and Josh playing indoor ball with Sam McPherson, making sure no windows was broken. Might be time to bring back the table tennis. Now that would add to Thursday night dinner don’t you think Mr President. 

Check out the You tube Rangers Chats

Owen “O” Godenzi has been busy honing his editing skills to bring two editions of the Ranger you tube recaps over the past few weeks. Line Drive was questioned O where this was at the other week while O countered about Rounding Third’s absence. However, it was great to see a recap and a sit down interview with new Mr Canada Sam McPherson. Now if have not met Sam yet, get around him. The young players have taken a shine to him and his calmness behind the plate is great to see. Look for this week’s edition sometime in the future. The chemistry between hosts makes the recap all the more entertaining. Again a way to keep a recorded history of the club!

Words and more words

In the past few months between editions, Line Drive has been thinking again about how we digest information around the club and the interactions with you the reader, the public and everything else in between. They have quipped on multiple occasions about who is still reading past the first 200 words and even if they read to the end. While on one of the reflective occasions and looking through the tens of thousands of words written over the years, that Rounding Third is actually a window into the history, stories and great things which have happened around the baseball club over the past 12 or so years. In a quick to digest and dispose of society, words and stories paint pictures more than photos can ever do. Photos show a snap shot but does not give the depth to the amazing characters who have pulled on a Ranger shirt and taken to the diamond. I mean can one describe Tetsu Kamiyama’s parking lately? Photos can, but to actually see it and how the car is completely perpendicular to every other car is really a sight to behold. Or how Chris Tracy when asked what did he have to say on the diamond on Sunday and he replies with “I have nothing” Putting those little bits and pieces in print as a friend told me once, this gives great depth, history and a record of what happened. The musings can always be used as a reference point for the good, the bad or the indifferent. Fads and trends come and go, but the written word is always the most useful medium for us to remember and create stories in our minds. 

Now for the hit and runs

  • Working bee this weekend. Tony “Spinner” Smith needs your help. Just an hour or two makes it all the easier for us all
  • Vic under 17’s have been rescheduled to the weekend of the 1st and 2nd of August. Many hands make light work please assist. Check out the poll on Team App
  • The Doc Sean Warfe is rehabbing well, he told Line Drive he was having a hit in his cage at home and is looking at a return next year.
  • Good to see Mick Wyatt quietly slide into the club for a look over the weekend.
  • The Cowboy Cooper Bennett was spotted out in Wodonga with a lovely lady over the past few weeks. Up for a chat. Wonder if he’ll make an appearance for a catch up soon.
  • Kelsey was forced to talk to Jason Jonker and Cam Scott. His words not mine. Where is Griff?, Where is Undies? Gus King? Don’t make Dropsy talk to Cam and Jason.
  • There is one who could take the mantle of best mustache at the club from Brad Murdoch. With Undies work commitments, new player Trent Watkinson is red hot favourite to have best mo at the club. After witnessing it first-hand recently, it is very balanced.
  • Johnno “JT” Taylor has come back stronger than ever and his speed and hitting too. Great stuff JT.
  • Big thanks to those who play two games on the weekend. It is greatly appreciated.
  • Can B Grade Orange get out of the funk they currently in against the ladder leaders this weekend. It will be tough, and they are up for the challenge.
  • Training Tuesday night, Juniors Wednesday and Seniors Thursday night. Check Team app for food options A grade Mei Sato and Tetsu are putting on dinner. Let the club know if this is one for you!

Well that is about it for this edition. I do believe August edition may have a bit more depth of character analysis and shenanigans as it tends to do when it gets to this point of the season. It must have something to do with the weather improving. Again If you know how I speak, well this is just like listening to me at full throttle.

will be in correspondence soon

Go Rangers

Rounding Third By Line Drive April 2026

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Hello. Line Drive hopes you are all well. Welcome to the April 2026 edition of Rounding Third.

In what can only be described as glorious autumn conditions, the 2026 North Eastern Baseball Association got their season underway with all games being held at Wangaratta this past weekend. A mixed bag for the Ranger Ladies and Lads, but it was a great way to begin another big year for the club. A special mention to all the those who umpired, scored, worked the barbecues, in the canteen, set up diamonds, raked diamonds, moved dirt, and got Targoora park looking fabulous. A big thank you to Ausport for making the trip up the Hume once again, the North East Baseball community values your support of our opening round. Our next round will see all five of the Ranger sides take to the diamond at Targoora park on Sunday.

Line Drive hopes to see you there! Well, enough of the pleasantries, let’s see what has passed through the strike zone over the last four weeks.

Josh and names.

Yes that’s right, Josh Wells needs some assistance. Young Wells needs some guidance on knowing who half the Ranger playing group are. This was evident during the Ranger auction. Now as each player was auctioned off, Wells was heard multiple times saying, “Who is that?, who are they? Do they play baseball? Never heard of them!” And then proceeded to bid on them. Many of the individuals that Josh was unsure about were long time active playing members of the Rangers fraternity. Next time you head down to training, game day or just walking by Targoora Park, grab a sticker, a laundry marker and be sure to put your name on the front of your shirt, as the name on the back is not enough for young Wellsy. Or how about a photo book number 7?

High Sock Sunday returns

It was great to see the number of players on all North Eastern clubs, decide to take to the diamond with some old school get up on Sunday. There have been the long-time members of the high sock fraternity and some big time players. The number of high long sock wearers have taken the call to arms and came out with a vengeance to demonstrate that the combination of short pants and high socks, has not been consigned to the history bin. One hopes that more will think about how that can actually add some flair to the uniform with hoops, maybe a Ranger logo, the options are many and varied. Here’s to ensuring the sanctity of high socks continues for many years to come. High Sock Sunday is the vibe.

Was this a Line Drive?

Who is a fair Maiden?

Team Maiden have been busy. Not only they have taken the reins of a C grade outfit but they are always front and centre at many of the Ranger functions. This was certainly the case during player auction night where the young Isaac, “I own my brother” Maiden, got in on the act and purchased his older brother Oscar for a nice price. Line Drive has not checked the stats from Sunday’s C grade game but one might think that Isaac has got a bargain, as Oscar does lead the home run category after one game. I think mum Kate and dad Paul might have just bought Oscar on the side and, well, it is a nice investment already!

Pool’s acting masterclass

In case you have missed it (an in all fairness how could you not?) The number one FOMO individual in the club, Nathan Pool was at it again over the weekend being the main star of the Rangers social media activity. I don’t think I will go into specific to describe it but if you have been on the socials of Instagram and Facebook then you know what I am alluding to.  Pool was at his best once again for the video, and has now set the precedence for the remainder of the season? Where is he going to pop up next in full Ranger kit? One waits with trepidation….

Canteen keeps it up

Some information has come across the desk at Rounding Third, about the phenomenal effort the Ranger canteen put in over round 1 in Wangaratta. Here are the cold hard statistics from Sundays opening round:

44 Bacon and Egg rolls (nice work Candice and Owen)

144 Hot dogs and the cheese too

228 Dim sims

60 Schnitzel rolls

Close to 100 Gatorades and a few soda waters too.

A big shout out goes to all who assisted in the canteen, cooking, running errands. That is one big list!

A happy canteen customer

Stack TeamApp is here to stay.

It has been noted that many a baseball club across Victoria is taking up the use of Stack TeamApp for their clubs and their members. From Line Drive’s posts many moons ago, it was mentioned that this would be a thing, and in 2026 it has become the main way for all of your Ranger news, availability, team lists and everything else. The new merchandise shop is located through the app (not the website yet) and the new merch designs will get you, the Ranger faithful, looking sharp once more in 2026. The first lot of orders close on August 28th so check out Stack, look for Wangaratta Rangers, all of it is there!

Future looks Bright for NEBA

It was wonderful to see the number of Junior ball players taking the diamond again or for the very first time. Rangers President Nathan Pool mused to Line Drive that there were six under 12 sides across the association, and around 90 kids playing in that age bracket. Not to mention the under 15’s, and many Juniors now stepping up to C grade, and then those filtering up into B grade and then into the A grade sides. Full credit must go to the North Eastern Baseball Association and it’s clubs, for working hard for Junior baseball and giving the players pathways moving forward.

Now for some infield singles

  • Great job KK Pool on the roster and those who have jumped in for the upcoming weekend of Ranger Baseball at Targoora Park.
  • Good to see Ross, “Rossco” Johnson at the practice game a couple of weeks back. Rossco is ready to play when work commitments don’t get in the way, and it’s great to have him back.
  • Rob, “Butts” Seymour gourmet journey of Victoria continues. The seagull can find a good meal in the most unusual places!
  • The tin returns. Chief Orange scorer Jamie King has a rather large tin for all the usual indiscretions for season 2026. More information to follow.
  • Wellsy’s 45’s lotto continues and one thinks some numbers are just not in the draw. Well the odds of winning lotto are 1 in 92 million or more or something like that! But that’s still a chance! So is this…..
  • Good to see Rob and Kev Barbour enjoying the baseball on Sunday. Line Drive always enjoys his chat to these two Ranger Baseball stalwarts.
  • “Don’t delete me from the chat,” were Mick Wyatt’s words. If you know you know!
  • It is fantastic to see Ranger baseball on friends’ social feeds and those watching the Juniors for the first time. Line Drive is pleased that there are a few Juniors from Yarrawonga making the trip over!
  • Johnno, “JT” Taylor is back in the Ranger fold. Welcome back Johnno.
  • When will we see “The Cowboy” Cooper Bennett? Many down at the Ranch are asking about his recovery and if he could make an appearance in the near future.
  • Thanks to Michael, “Bill” Clear for wondering when the next edition was being written. It helps Line Drive get motivated to get it out to those who enjoy a read.
  • Training Wednesday Juniors, Thursday Seniors. Dinner is available Thursday night. Get down to Targoora Park, do some work, turn the corner.
  • Grounds are in amazing condition with so little rain. Tony, “Spinner” Smith and crew have got them absolutely mickey mouse. Thanks team!
  • Keep looking for those Big Cods in the River, Tanner Godenzi.
  • For the fixture and all the other news, the social media gurus will have all your information!

Line Drive will leave it there. Thanks for taking the time to read, digest, smile, cringe or ponder…did that really happen?

Till next time,

Go Rangers!

Rounding Third By Line Drive Cods 2026

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Hello and welcome to the 2026 recap, of Cods Baseball annual sojourn to the Victorian Masters Baseball Championships. As usual the championships were held in the lovely city of Ballarat. This year, 13 Cods decided to swim upstream to Ballarat and show off both their baseball and social capabilities to the rest of the Masters Baseball community. Once again, The “Chief Cod” Nathan Pool organised the accommodation, got the uniforms in the car and was collating the ‘Pufferfish’ award from last year’s championship, Cods 2025. So what happened?

How did the Cods go?

The Cods have once again competed and completed at the Victorian Masters baseball Championships. Here is a short recap of what they were actually there for…….baseball! In very trying conditions on Thursday afternoon, The Cods were competitive against the Tip Rats falling just a little short. On Friday morning it was still rather dark when The Cods arrived to kick the dew off the surface at 8am (if the wind hadn’t blown it away) against the Vikings. Brendon French started on the bump and did his best to stop the Vikings hitters. The Vikings plundered the Cods pitching a feasting, and basically blowing The Cods away by a fair margin. Special mention to Kelsey, “Caps” Burder, who guessed right and got his first hit in a while!

The Cods moved over to Diamond three, to take on the Bald Eagles on Friday morning. The ‘Big Cod,’ Nathan Pool, took the ball and threw his usual array of rubber arm pitches. The Bald Eagles gradually wound the Cods in, but there was still plenty of fight, and the Cods salvaged a draw. Rob, “Butts” Seymour, lead the charge gathering his usual tally of hits, and overall, three out of four games were played in an 18 hour stretch. The Cods then bid farewell to Bill Clear and Jason Jonker as their weekend was all done by 11:30am Friday!

Then the next 28 hours passed with little fanfare or anything to report………

The Cods returned to play Bendigo Dragons in their final game. Rookie Cod, Fraser Chadwick started on the hill, with Kelsey manning the bench. Cods got to bat first with Burder leading the way after more pestering from Tetsu Kamiyama. The Cods bats finally came alive and burst out of the blocks. Rob,”Butts” Seymour, collected another couple of hits and day three pitching specialist, Ash Meyers, closed out the game for the one win the Cods needed to complete their bingo card for the weekend.

Special mention to Cam Scott who managed to get a hit while under plenty of pressure from his former Tyabb clubmates. Bad luck Jason Humbles. You didn’t get to see it!

One win one draw and two losses to The Cods….another successful three days away.

  • Jason Jonker

Undies flexes his pitching chops

In the early game Friday, the ball was thrown to the man of side burns and moustache; Brad “Undies” Murdoch, who took to the mound late in the game against the Vikings. Brad honoured his part of the bargain, throwing strikes and making the superior Vikings batters hit. Undies said this was a “one off” appearance on the hill, but one thing is, we may see Brad on the Rangers mound again in season 2026.

Bill goes on an excellent adventure.

Michael, “Bill” Clear, has had what you could say, an “adventurous” time on the diamonds of Ballarat.  It all started at second base on Friday, where Bill just didn’t really adapt to the conditions. At one point you could audibly hear him say in the howling gale with a pop up flyball say “******!!!” With all things considered, Bill took a lot of the creative feedback on the chin and thoroughly enjoyed his entire 18 hours at the masters. Have you still got your little lure Bill, or did you drop that too????.

Kingsley finds a new Cod

The Cods arrived in Ballarat with their usual expectations, and the Ballarat weather was  more fickle than in past Ballarat trips. However the doyen of Masters Baseball, Kingsley Collins, somehow managed to get a picture of a fingerling, Fraser Chadwick. It came to the attention of Line Drive while at a mandatory Cods meeting. This is a great achievement, as so far there has been no sighting of Frase wearing Cods gear. Thankyou Kingsley for making Line Drives job much easier, and as ever, you take very nice photos to use too.

Chadwick pitching. Thanks to Kingsley Collins for the photo

Tetsu blames everyone

Testsu Kamiyama was in fine form over the weekend. From the time he arrived in Ballarat he was already dishing out plenty of banter towards, basically, everyone. He managed to blame Bill Clear for his muffed flyball, as he said Bill put “bad vibes” on second. In game two on the Friday, Tets was sent to the mound and The Big Cod Nathan Pool took over. As soon as that happened, a crisp double play was turned and Cam, “The Soak” Scott, said “well you weren’t involved and look how smooth that was!” Tets just smiled as usual. However, the main target of most of his comments were towards Kelsey, “Hats” Burder, with Tets continually saying “swing, swing, swing” at every pitch. Hats decided to decline the idea of swinging at everything, and was happy to watch the ball sail over the plate for strike three and then be jogged off. You might need better material Tetsu.

Thrillmore doing Gilmore things

Kyle, “Thrillmore” Gilmore, returned to The Cods on Friday and his return was both refreshing and most welcome. He announced himself by almost tracking down a long foul ball early on in the game against the Vikings, and was razor sharp at the plate seeing six pitches with six very hard swings and misses. Then heading into the second game against the Bald Eagles, Gilly decided to do something else. He let the ball pass without swinging. Not once, not twice, but FOUR times to get a walk to first. Once he took occupation of first base, Gilly then let the first baseman know their pitcher was the only pitcher of the day that had not struck him out.  So the first baseman let the pitcher know.  Razor sharp as ever Gilly.

Keep your hat on Kelsey.

Hats has popped up a lot in this edition, as has Kelsey Burder, but sometimes his stories are just too good let pass through. Not to mention that this little writeup would be a lot shorter if it was not for him and his merry band of men. Gilly told Line Drive he was keeping count of strikes that Kelsey was not swinging at, and was also counting the number of times he had lost his hat. At the end of the Bald Eagles game it was a tie at 3 all. Many hats are adjustable Kelsey and if it is windy, tighten it up!

You can stand under my umbrella…..

Many of you out there may be singing the next line to that song, but serial pest, Tetsu Kamiyama, took his umbrella onto the field to warm up on Thursday. In wet, cold, windy conditions, Tets kept dry by juggling the umbrella while having a warm up throw. Below is proof. However, now it’s raining more than ever………….. Tets can stand under his umbrella…….

Ella Ella eh eh……………

Under my umbrella

Cods chat.

Another blinder of a weekend in Ballarat, no matter the conditions! The Cods Masters Baseball had a tonne of fun. A big thankyou to the organising committee, volunteers, umpires, scorers and basically anyone who played, smiled, laughed and bantered. As we get older, Line Drive hopes that Cods will recruit new fingerlings (that’s a name for a baby cod) to come along, get involved and be part of it. Line Drive would love for more of the old players from the North East to come along for some baseball fun, sharing stories old and new. If you take the opportunity to see outside your own club, you won’t be disappointed. Ask any Cod, past or present and they would say, it’s a great weekend!

  • Cods Lures
  • Who has lost their rubber Cod bait? Bill and “Ted” Jason Jonker has, pay your dues gentlemen.
  • Where’s Cam? A phrase muttered by a few old Tyabb men over the weekend!
  • What was that word after you watched another ball go over for strike three Kelsey? pwaaarrrhhhh?????
  • New shirts on the agenda for 2027, Fraser Chadwick just likes the old one, as do many others.
  • Nice work to Rob, “Butts” Seymour awarded the 2025 Pufferfish award. Two time winner, nice work Duke Kaboom.
  • Sticking around to watch Owen, ‘Big Table’ Godenzi bat? Gilly says “nah I’ve seen how this ends before…!” Pop up!
  • How many years now for Barks, FOMO Pool and Buttsy?
  • Sunscreen required Jason Jonker? Maybe?
  • Nice hat Frase. Pikachu power!
  • Happy birthday Barks!
  • Bill gets back home Friday night, goes straight to baseball training! Now that is commitment!
  • Hi Cav, Ash gets the bird!
  • How was the roast on the way home Sunday Ash Meyers? Always a good roast in Seymour.
  • If Josh Graham has read this far, then Line Drive knows he found an audio version! Or he got AI to do something for him.
  • Cods Quaddie chances improve. The Cods got the first leg in 13 years and then went out in the second. Rob, “Butts” Seymour, was rather incensed with this turn of events. Try supporting Carlton then!

Cods 2026 were

Nathann Pool, Rob Seymour, Damon Barker, Ashley Meyers, Brendon French, Jason Jonker, Michael Clear, Kelsey Burder, Kyle Gilmore, Bradley Murdoch, Fraser Chadwick, Tetsuya Kamiyama and Cameron Scott.

What a weekend. All are looking forward to doing it all again in 2027. No matter the conditions, it is just good fun. Line Drive needs a rest. Take care and….. Rangers normal programming will resume for the next edition. Thank you.

Go Cods!

apologies I cannot remember who took the photo

Rounding Third By Line Drive March 2026

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Hello and welcome again to the March 2026 edition of Rounding Third. Line Drive has been out and about over the past four months, but has finally been cornered and told to sit still and write the first edition for the year of 2026. It has been one hot and dry summer around the diamonds of the North East, with many a Ranger going their own way and seeing one another sparingly. This edition will be a shorter one in nature, but just one to say “Hey! Line Drive is not done yet!” So let’s get to some half-truths, and some interesting observations of what has been going on.

Rangers see the light

It was great to see on recent social posts that the lighting upgrade of Targoora Park has begun over the past couple of weeks. This has been a big step forward for the club and has many an excited committee member posting whether they would like a night or a day match (or both!) The older ones would be happy to play under lights, but it might be left up to the younger brigade with better eyesight! One idea is to make sure we get an optometrist to sponsor the club since many have lamented their eyesight. Just one to keep an ‘eye’ out for going forward.

Cods preview 2026

This year the Cods will be returning to the diamonds of Ballarat as part of the Victorian Masters championships. They will be playing the 35B division. This is about the level the Cods are comfortable with, as we all do know that those who have read past reviews of this tournament love to have a good time. This year it looks like many of the veterans of Cods are returning for another run around, with a couple of younger members being added to the fold. The Ranger contingent consisting of Nambrok crescent royalty, Kelsey, “Dropsy” Burder, Kyle, “Thrillmore” Gilmore and Brad, “Undies” Murdoch who are all ready to show Ballarat what they are made of. King Cod and all round organiser Nathan, “FOMO” Pool, has added players from Wodonga, with the usual suspects of Ash, “only pitch on day 4” Meyers, and Michael, “Bill” Clear. Joining them is the one and only Fraser Chadwick! Cods have been keen to get Fraser to come for the past few years, but had that pesky age issue in his way! That has now been cleared and Frase is ready to join his North East Cod mates on a weekend full of laughs, some good, better as well as some very interesting baseball! Welcome to the collective Fraser. Look for Line Drive for updates as the weekend progresses, as Line Drive does enjoy telling a story or two about how The Cods go on their annual trip to Ballarat. Who will play well? Who will get sun burnt? Will anyone do a Rob, “Duke Kaboom” Seymour or Brendan, “Camma” Cameron off a scooter? Does Jason Jonker stay the entire weekend and get some sun on his legs? So many questions that could be answered in the final weekend of March 2026.

Cods fixture

Thursday 26th the March Cods vs Tip Rats 4-6:30pm

Friday 27th March Cods vs Vikings 8-9:30am

Friday 27th March Cods vs Bald Eagles 9:45-11:15am

Saturday 28th March Cods vs Bendigo Dragons 3:15-4:45pm

Line Drive will be present and keeping you up to date with how the men are going both on and off the diamond. He is sure it will be a good weekend.

Undies declares his intentions

Overheard during warm up over the week, the man of sideburns, Brad ‘Undies’ Murdoch, has declared his intention and ambition to go after the Pufferfish award for best Cod in Ballarat. This is a bold strategy by Undies, as there are plenty of old Cods who have tried this approach. Rumour has it someone tried to jump into a pool while covered just to win. Undies, Line Drive likes the confidence but it will be an elite field in 2026. You might need to lean on both Kelsey, ‘Dropsy’ Burder and Daniel, “Chef” Griffin to help you over the line.

KK travelling the Hume

A big shoutout goes to those who have travelled back and forth each weekend to play summer baseball in Melbourne. One would think that a club this side of the city would be in exist, but heading out to the Bayside suburbs makes the drive all much the more involved.However, from all reports KK has very much enjoyed her time playing in the Panther colours over the past summer season, not to mention the choice of catchers gear was rather striking against the uniform. If you know KK, she is definitely one to stand out on the diamond!

Come and try Baseball

Over the month of February, the guys and gals of Wangaratta Rangers Baseball have been very busy running ‘Come and Try’ sessions on Thursday nights out at the Ranger dome. Line Drive went along to see what the hype was all about. There was hype, there were kids, excitement, baseball and a couple who could throw really, really hard! The Rangers committee have put in so much time, resources and effort, to make the Juniors comp sustainable. Seeing both young and old there recently made this long time baseball correspondent quite chuffed. With the recent announcements by the club, one hopes it will continue to grown baseball in Wangaratta and the broader NEBA community.

Let’s make a deal

The chat around the clubrooms on Thursday nights, turned to the flickering lights and how we could turn it into a nightclub. One remarked, it would be good if we had an electrician in the club so we could fix that. Cam, ‘The Soak’ Scott asked Kelsey Burder to hit the light with his bat, and Dropsy replied, “I’d miss that too.” Now back to the original idea. How about a trade period in the NEBA for jobs you need around a club. Club Coach, Owen Godenzi was all in for this idea as he was especially happy to give up a teacher or two who cannot run or throw for an electrician to help rewire Targoora Park. The Rangers might need to sweeten the deal by giving the club the player goes to, some re-numeration. Good idea? Or just do what everyone else does? Pay someone to fix it.

Let’s drop a few bunts down

  • Tetsu nice new Oakley eyewear.
  • O photos in this one. Line Drive has been a bit slack on the camera! Check out the socials for photos.
  • Grounds look grouse. Credit to Tony, ‘Spinner’ Smith for getting diamond one looking lush in difficult dry conditions. Now with the rain arriving they probably could do with a mow!
  • Facilities upgrade. Female toilets are getting an overdue freshen up, if you can help out next few weeks to finish them off watch this space.
  • The links to registration have opened check out the Team App for more details
  • Rangers 45 clubs are up and running. If you want to be involved see Dan Wells for more details. If you are involved please make sure you pay your tickets!
  • Be sure to make it down to training with Juniors and Seniors now in full swing. Line Drive was impressed with the numbers and the work rate this early in the season. If you cannot make it or are planning to play, please let our Coaches know. Let’s take the guess work out of it all.
  • Thanks to those who assisted with the working bee over the past couple of weeks. Your work is much appreciated.
  • Seen the profile pieces on the socials? Some license in there indeed. Good promotion. You won’t see Line Drives head there in any of them!

Well that’s it. It has been a busy time in the North East. But look to the next few weeks for Line Drive to return with some momentum and more importantly stories, no matter how factual or infactual for you to read. Look for Line Drive around Ballarat, he is looking forward to catching up with you. Thanks for reading and till next time…….

Go Rangers!

Rounding Third By Line Drive October 2025

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 Third by Line Drive September/October 2025

Saturday, 20 September 2025

7:29 PM

Hello again. Thank you for taking the time out of your busy life to read baseball stories that no one asked for, and where everyone wants to be mentioned in, Rounding Third.

It has been another big month or more around the diamonds and the finals of the North Eastern Baseball Association are done and dusted. A big shout out to the Wodonga Warriors Baseball Club for hosting the final day of the season, the food, the service, the presentation of the facilities was excellent as ever and a credit to all. Michael, “Bill” Clear, flowers to you and your amazing team for a seamless grand final day.

It has been a slow burn of an edition, with life and friends getting in the way of publishing but here it is. Line Drive hopes all the tales are worth the wait.

Ben Campbell big ticker.

Line Drive was present to watch the A grade final vs Bears. In trying conditions for both sides, the Bears got the win. However, there was not one pitch, one minute of the game that Ben and his young Rangers did not give up. Even a play at the plate, Ben gave more than 100 per cent. He plays the game hard and fair, and that is a credit to him and his young chargers. It is noted and respected. We all love to win, but  win with integrity intact. That is what it is all about. Impressed, as Mornington Baseball teach them well.

Get well Cooper B

It has been tough few weeks for Line Drive and their editor. However, there are some tough as old boots individuals out there, and one of them is Yarrawonga’s rookie ball player the “Cowboy” Cooper Bennett.  Now Coop has been a breath of fresh air to the Rangers in season 2025, and the club are all in with him with his recovery. Line Drive had the good fortune to see him over the last couple of weeks at the Royal Melbourne Hospital, where he saw evidence of Coops first love, a Brisbane Lions flag behind his bed, as well as a baseball from his cousin too. His first words to Line Drive were, “I got a home run trophy. I hit the same number as Owen”. It was fortunate enough that Owen, “The big table” Godenzi was in Melbourne to drop in and see Coop as well, and give him his baseball to sit behind him. Cowboy, we love you, we have loved the energy, the stories, the pepper you have brought through season 2025. If your club has a guy like Cooper walk through your door, your club is all the better for it. Cooper is now at a rehab centre at The Epworth Hospital, where he will do the hard yards to be able to come home ASAP.

Tony Smith Club person of the year.

Tony, “Spinner” Smith. President, treasurer, secretary, grounds person, committee member, saints life member, what has he not done. Spinners commitment to the Rangers is second to none. He just gets in and does the jobs no one sees. This past season Spin took two weeks off. Rosemary Drage was amazed that he “chose” to take two weeks off. However they came back early and Spin was back in his happy place. All clubs love people like Spin, and all of us can be a little bit like that. It is what makes all clubs run smoothly. No matter how small the job to do, always put your hand up to do it.

The Soak gets seen.

For long time readers, you all know who I am. For those who read Rounding Third, you joke and pretend to not know who I am. (Kelsey Burder, Cav to name two individuals) but Line Drive’s alter ego Cam, “The Soak”, Scott was seen and recognised by the wonderful people at Wangaratta Rangers Baseball Club. Here is word for word from the president Nathan Pool.


Life membership – Cameron James Scott 
Criteria for this privileged award is found on our website but Cam qualified this year by reaching his 150 games, spent 2 years on the executive committee and another 4 years as a general member, but what hit him over the line was his 12 year stint as Line drive, it started with a write up from Cam as an alter ego and became a state wide read, with many past players coming up to Cam at Masters weekends asking who Line Drive was, and we love what he does for the game.  So do we Cam, so do we.

First came to the club back in 2008. A member of this club actually called me, who was living in Yarra at the time, and said I heard this bloke played, I got his number and gave him a bell,  as typical Soak fashion, he had a chat and was probably sussing me out more than I was him, I just wanted another player.  But true to his word,  I gave him the couple of months that he asked for and I gave him another call and he came over for a run, he was and still is, a very handy first base player who batted on the chest side of the plate and was the voice of the team. 

Now there’s some people hear tonight that wouldn’t have seen Soak, Cam, Mr Scott, Lauren’s husband or the infamous Line Drive play, but in his prime and even to the lesser – this year, Cam would chat the entire time he was at first base, coming out with one liners and random sayings, it used to have everyone guessing what he was on about, but I loved it, it kept me in the game and it’s one thing I love about him, his passion for the basics and the club.
He was one of the founding members of the end of season trip away and up until last year, he and I plus Butts hadn’t bailed on consecutive trips. We even dressed up as Mormons together, bike helmets and all!

A 1978 model and September baby, he quickly became a close mate, we all know a great vintage when we see it. He was a helping hand in getting Cods Masters team going and travels from Yarrawonga regularly without much assistance.
He loves the game, but lives for his family and mates.  I am truly honoured to award this life membership to you and hope to keep seeing you around the club for a long time yet.

On that note…..sadly that means, Line Drive is going nowhere and will continue to bring you, the avid reader, more stories of baseball from the North East of Victoria.

As Line Drive has multiple times stated, no one asked for this but, all love to be mentioned.

Johnstone best lower order hitter

Now onto to the Ranger family in season 2025. From being the best no 9 hitter in a grade, creating a solid defence, and just being around the club, Steve has been the conduit. When awarded the trophy at presentation, someone called out his catchcry, “Come on Punkahhhhhh” He refrained. A solid outfielder, and plays the game how it should be played.  A great season, and another person you would love in your club. Steven Johnstone, the Rangers see you!

The tip bird returns

Rob Seymour was at his tip bird best at  the Rangers presentation. Mei, “Only play A grade” Sato, sat on left her dessert, and Butts was eyeing it off. 40 mins passed and Butts wanted the feed. Finally Mei gave her plate over. Eagerly Butts ate it. Never change tip bird.

The Ranger Ramble 2025

As is the norm at this time of year, the Ranger Ramble made its way to the metropolis of um……. Canberra. The theme for 2025 was tracksuits. This was the brainchild of Brad, “Undies” Murdoch, who had taken time out of his busy schedule to once again spearhead the weekend jaunt to our nation’s capital. There were only three originals left and those three, again, did not disappoint. Line Drive will leave that there! Great accommodation, great location, amazing comradery, Undies was a great host. Next year, we are going back to where it all began, Echuca. As always there is an open invite to all who wish to put up with the likes of Burder, Gilmore, Seymour, Scott, The Peruzzos, The Kings, just to name a few. A new organising committee and the planning for next years trip, started at the Tarcutta rest area! There is already a rumour circulating that a rookie may be making the trip, and a return of a big 6 member. Now who will that be???????

if you look carefully you might recognise Line Drive.

How many?

C grade MVP, Candice Jones had how many stolen bases for the season? The answer to that question was 33! In a 13 game season, that roughly is around 2.5 stolen bases per game! That is not taking into account how often Candice was on the base path in season 2025. In a game of statistics that number would have been very healthy. In 30 odd years of baseball, Line Drive wouldn’t have 33 stolen bases all up. Oh the gift of running is so useful in baseball. Great job Candice!

Cods 2026 Cods season looking to be the biggest yet!

Cods will return in 2026 and for those who are interested, need to make themselves known to the King Cod Nathan Pool. Last year was a bits and pieces year for a few people, but look for a few of them to put in a solid 4 day effort this time around. 2026 Masters dates are Thursday 26th March to Sunday the 29th March. A great weekend consisting of a little baseball, a little banter and most importantly, a catch up and a talk about how good we still are and used to be. Line Drive wonders if some past legends will return or if some new legends will be made. Keep an eye out for new merchandise in the new year. It’s time!

You could be like Duke at Cods in 2026

Now for a few cuts in the cage….

Look for ‘The Doc’ having a new knee next year, though his workmates still think they will keep hearing about his other knee too. Hope the operation goes well, Doc.

Tetsu back at Softball, could he go back to back MVP in a grand final?

Golf will happen once Pooly’s hectic schedule calms down. Maybe the club needs the Colonel Sanders to take over this idea!

Sweet Buzz playing at Tarrawingee Hall Friday night. Free show. Come along listen to Mrs Soak be awesome! If you know, you know!

Softball returns this week, for season 25/26. Good luck to you all playing and enjoy!

Congrats to the B-grade legends for bring home the premiership. Well drilled and all deserve the chocolates.

Good luck to those out there playing summer baseball in Melbourne. Safe travels, learn lots and enjoy doing it. Josh Wells, get better on the chirp. Make sure you are random, keep them guessing! Line Drive hears Kazu will be pulling out the ice cold shades once more and carving the diamond up.

Thanks to those who assisted with the Rangers garage sale recently. It was greatly appreciated.

The work doesn’t stop off the diamond in the off season, so please be present, be seen. All the little things do help.

Well that is about it. As I stated early on it has taken a little bit of time to complete this edition but sometimes life just gets in the way. Take care, enjoy one another’s company and keep spreading the word about baseball.

Share and like, Line Drive will talk and see you all soon.

Go Rangers!

Rounding Third By Line Drive. Cods Masters edition 2025.

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Hello and welcome to the 2025 edition of Cods Capers. The Cods tested their baseball stamina in the Victorian Masters baseball Championships, which was held from 37th to the 30th of March 2025 in Ballarat. This year the Cods were in the 35B division. It was another solid performance from the Cods over their four games. Here are their results….

Thursday 27th March

Cods 11 defeated Baulking Dead 2

Friday 28th March

Cods 2 lost to Bald Eagles 9

Cods 7 defeated Rebels 4

Saturday 29th of March

Bendigo Dragons 9 defeated Cods 4

So after the four games played, the Cods finished third with a record of two wins and two losses, 24 runs for and 24 against. What amazing symmetry by all. A massive thank you needs to go out to all the volunteers and organisers of the tournament. It was the biggest one yet and from this scribes point of view, it was once again expertly organised and run. To all the Cods who made it at some stage over the three days for laughs and baseball, thank you again. One is sure that it will be done again in 2026.

Now enough about the baseball content,  Line Drive knows many of you are here to hear about what the characters of the Cods have been up to on, and off, the diamond. There is a lot to write about, so settle in and enjoy the read.

Scootle Butts shenanigans

The Cods were back again in Ballarat on Thursday, and already the boys have made themselves known to the establishments and the pavements of Ballarat.

There are many ways to navigate the streets of Ballarat. Taxis  buses, Uber and the old Cods favourite…. Scooters. Those long time readers of the Cod Capers, would remember one Brendan, “Camma” Cameron had a bit of a fall from a scooter, with some bark taken off his face around 5 years ago. One would think we would have learnt our lesson. Enter Rob, “Duke Kaboom” Seymour. On the way to get a late night snack with Kelsey, “Dropsy” Burder and Brad, “Undies” Murdoch, Duke took it upon himself to commentate his ride on Snap Chat, riding a scooter down the street. Unknowingly documenting his ride with the phrases, “I’m scared! I’m scared!” Duke then decided to go stuntman mode by attempting to ride the scooter one handed while recording with the other. Unwittingly, Duke recorded his demise into the pavement.

4 metres Duke?

Not to outdone, Duke jumped to his feet and made sure he sent the video to at least three or four different groups. For many who were not even in Ballarat yet, waking up Friday morning to watch this video of some of Duke’s best work was surprising and concerning. But Duke was ok, a little bark off his face wasn’t going to stop him! When Line Drive caught up with our favourite stuntman on Friday night, you wouldn’t have guessed that he had not stuck the landing. Good to see the helmet did its job Duke.

Safari Friday night

Line Drive rolled into town on Friday night and was greeted with the sight of two Cods who decided to go on a safari. Dropsy Burder and Matt, “Bulldog” Carmody. The ivory polyester was resplendent and both Bulldog and Dropsy were very happy with their work. Dropsy did say a bit later on in the evening it was not the best outfit to wear while dancing and it was not the most breathable. The price you pay to look good Kelsey.

Tetsu makes a funny. Hot baseball Jonker didn’t get it

Testsu, “BOG” Kamiyama has had a big week. Spies tell me that he had an absolute blinder for Wodonga Softball Wednesday night. So one would think he would carry that form into Thursday’s game for Cods. How wrong Cods were! The very first play of the game The “BOG” decided that the ball was too small and very hard to field booting the first play of Cods 2025. However he was fast with his mouth to make up for it on during Friday’s win against the Rebels. Jason, “Sunscreen” Jonker, had a rough outing and after a long ball which many say was one of the biggest home runs hit against Cods in years, Tetsu fumbled the ball back to Jonker. “The ball is too hot still. Very hard to handle!” Unfortunately Sunscreen didn’t get the reference. Mind you, everyone else there did.

Kelsey Dropsy. Warfe blinders

There were tales of many a play throughout the three days of baseball. Many Cods were quick to alert Line Drive to two differing styles of catch. It ridiculous that one was actually caught, and the other was absurd with how they caught it.

During game two on Friday v the Rebels, Sean, “The Doc” Warfe decided to do his best superman impression while playing centre field. The ball was drilled to the left centre alley where The Doc proceeded to track it and make an outrageous dive to make the catch 5m from the home run fence. Both sides were in awe of what they just witnessed.

Now here is the difference in two plays. Kelsey, “Dropsy” Burder was at it again. This time he was playing 3rd base, where he has the knack of making the routine look extremely difficult. Here’s the play. Hitter pops the ball up towards Dropsy at 3rd base. All he has to do is take 3 to 4 steps to get there and catch it. However, Kelsey completely misread it and somehow catches the ball back behind his head in a most contorted manner. Again the Cods were in amazement that somehow Dropsy had been able make an easy play so difficult. One remarked that one play was top shelf, while Dropsy’s attempt looked like it had come from a play from Temu. Never change Kelsey.

Side note, it has been the fifth year in a row that Dropsy has knocked over Rob Seymour’s drink at some stage over the weekend.

Who took the last lamb cutlet? Mixed grill Murdoch and Pooly.

The Cods thought it would be a good idea to have a spot of lunch at a different place on the way to Saturdays’ game, and it was lamented by many that the good old mixed grill had gone by the wayside on many pub menu. Enter the Queens Head Ballarat! A classic mixed grill with lamb cutlets. King Cod Nathan, “FOMO” Pool, was quick to order followed by Brad, “Undies” Murdoch. However, it was discovered that the cutlets are off the mixed grill menu. One would think, that without the lamb cutlets, should drop the price by ten dollars. However it did not. Both men tucked into the impressive mixed grill with Pool polishing it all off. Undies was struggling. Enter Rob, “Duke Kaboom” Seymour, who swopped in and helped out Undies. What a guy!

Where are you Cods?

There was a bit of a miscommunication on Saturday afternoon. Half of the Cods went for a catch up right next door to the accommodation while the other four decided to venture yonder. When it came time to catch up the five Cods went to where they thought the others were, while they thought to come back to where the five were. Cue the music. Nathan, “FOMO” Pool, then made veiled threats against the rogue five Cods who were having a sophisticated evening at another venue. “Big fines” was the threat. The rogue five all agreed that was all good, and it was an enjoyable evening none-the-less.

Griff goes missing again

Daniel “The Griff” Griffin is beginning to make a habit of going missing. After playing the first three games of the weekend, Griff confided to Cam “The Soak” Scott that he would not be making an appearance at Saturday’s game. He was off to play Marvel “Crisis Protocol” for the day. Now, over the years we have had Cods not play due to weddings, birthdays, being ill and heck even for playing the pokies, but this was a first and one of the most random reasons for not playing. When Chief Cods Nathan, “FOMO” Pool heard, his face was one of shock and surprise. The last time Griff was sighted was going off up over the hill to his secret handshake society. Wonder how it all went?

Welcome back Mr Whiteman

It was great to see Shaun, “Pronger” Whiteman return to the Cods fold. Over the weekend Pronger was thereabouts giving out advice on a few occasions at others misfortune.  On Saturday against the Bendigo Dragons, things took an turn. Pronger was tasked with the difficult job playing left field with day three pitching specialist Ash, “The Game” Meyers. Now from the first few plays, it looked like it was going to be a busy day in left field. The first couple went through the cones for two bases, the next, straight to our man Pronger. The pick up no problem, the throw in to his great mate Fomo Pool, basically spiked into the ground and reached Fomo rolling along it. This had the Cods infield in stiches, or was it the mixed Grill that Nathan had eaten that had him doubling over in pain? Who knows!

When you are having an unlucky day, the ball tends to follow you and this continued for Pronger. With his parents looking on, Pronger went for a flyball, turned the wrong way stumbled, composed himself and turned the wrong way again to drop the flyball. The play had a start, a middle and an ending. It was a sight to behold. From there, a change was made and our man of the moment wandered over to centre field. The ball followed him over there, but this time it was a home run. That was it for Whiteman, he was happy to sit on the bench to see the game out. In all, the Cods are absolutely wrapped to have him back out there.

Now for the short of it from Cods 2025

  • Brendon, “Frenchy” French’s favourite number? Is it the number 6 or the number 7, or number eight ah ah ahhhhhhhhhhhhh (Enter the Count from Sesame Street)
  • Have a great trip Damon “Barks” Barker. Barks drove down for the day on Thursday, goes 3 for 3 and heads home before going straight to the airport to jump on a plane to Europe. Cods commitment right there.
  • Fair trade? Cods checking out Friday night Jason Jonker, Tetsu Kamiyama, Michael “Bill” Clear. Cods checking in….Cam “The Soak” Scott!
  • Calling a fines meeting at 10:30pm? Maybe the fine was paying to get into the venue in the first place!
  • Wandering Cods. Cods were seen at many a different venue. But not all in the one place at once. The way the Cods roll.
  • What is the adequate number of spas one can have in a day? Also, how long does it take to fill? Enough time to go out for breakfast? Ask Bulldog for an idea.
  • New shirts for next year Cods? Watch this space. The new hats are good too. Well done to Duke Kaboom.
  • Meyers goes yard. One of the longest home runs hit on Diamond 6 at the footy ground ever seen. 450ft Ash?
  • Want another Guinness Doc? Peruzzo maybe? Maybe a bottle of Vino is more our style.
  • Pufferfish 2025? Watch this space……………………..
  • Well done to all players, volunteers, vendors, and anyone who assisted in the running of their teams compete in the 2025 Masters Baseball. The biggest yet.
  • Line Drive only had a limited time there this year, but look for him to return for the whole event again in 2026.

Cods 2025 were-

Nathan Pool

Rob Seymour

Brendon French

Damon Barker

Ash Meyers

Matt Carmody

Steve Peruzzo

Kelsey Burder

Daniel Griffin

Tetsu Kamiyama

Jason Jonker

Michael Clear

Shaun Whiteman

Sean Warfe

Cam Scott

Line Drive is sure not everything has been covered, but if you are still reading now you are always in the for long haul. Thank you to all out there who share read and enjoy.

Go Cods.

Rounding Third By Line Drive March 2025

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It’s a new year, a new season, and that means Rounding Third returns for its 12th year in 2025.

Hello, and welcome to Rounding Third for year 2025. Line Drive is back to look into the stories and characters that make up the largest baseball club in the North Eastern Baseball Association. The Wangaratta Rangers.

Rounding Third has always been at places online, and easy to find. This will continue to be the case. However, those with a short 45 second attention span (or 200 words) have probably already given up reading (Mikayla Jonker, just wondering if you are sticking with it?)

However for the rest of you, Line Drive welcomes you back and hope you are all well.

It has been a while, and to be honest Line Drive has certainly been soaking up the sun around the North East, amongst other pursuits, but now his mind has turned to what has been going on around the Wangaratta Rangers baseball community. One thing is for sure, what he does not know, he will certainly make it up and make it sound pretty plausible!

Let’s get to it.

New website.

The time had come, all things Wangaratta Rangers needed a refresh. It required a new spin on things! A new spin on the story of Wangaratta. The new and improved Wangaratta Rangers website is now live and taking hits. Candice Jones has spent a considerable amount of time talking to members of the club, getting the right feel and spin to propel the club forward. So, it’s time to update your bookmarks (Line Drive readers generally do bookmarks) and checkout Wangarattarangers.com

Cod season 2025

Cod season is only a mere a week away, and the King Cod, Nathan Pool has been busy once again making sure there are enough of his codlings migrating downstream to Ballarat over the March 29th weekend. It will be a bit of a different Cods line-up in 2025 but there will be some heavy hitting veterans appearing once more. It was declared last week to Line Drive that Ash,”The Game” Meyers is looking for puffer-fish award number four. Line Drive is aware that Meyers has put in some pre-season work and is itching to play.

There are a few new Cods swimming down south in 2025. Line Drive has been looking at the list and hearing the chat around the water cooler that Michael, “Bill” Clear is debuting this year. When asked about his preparation, Bill was happy with the schedule. He plans to play for two days then have a 35hr break for umpiring duties back on the border, then to come back to Ballarat.                                                                                                                                                                   For the Cods in the know, only one player in 12 years has gone back to the border and returned to the masters competition. This individual did go on to win the puffer-fish that year. Could it be done again?

Barks doesn’t miss

It has come to the attention of the Cods in the know, that since the inception of Cods, only two players have never missed a tournament. One being the Big Cod Nathan, “FOMO” Pool and the other, Porepunkah’s Damon, “Barks” Barker. It was looking like Cod trip 2025 was going to be the first one that Barks would be missing with other adventures planned. However, Barks had different ideas on this one and will be suiting up for at least one game on Thursday afternoon, keeping his streak intact before flying out to Europe. For that effort,  this deserves a vote in the Puffer-fish award. Safe travels Barks.

The Disco falls silent

Over the past month or so, Line Drive was informed that Shaun, “Old School” O’Neil, is having a sabbatical year in 2025. This has caused a bit of a stir in the office of Rounding Third due to Old School being a rich source of content over the years of Rounding Third. It looks like others are going to have to fill the big concrete holes left behind by number 2. Enjoy your season off Old School. You will be missed by this Ranger.

Trip away footy tipping

There is a little pocket of the Rangers playing and support cohort who have been on many an end of season trip away over the years. There have been many reports about masters weekend too. This year, the trip crew are going back to basics and looking for ways to raise revenue. One way that cohort decided raise a bit of cash, was to enter the footy tipping at a local establishment. The real test is that each member of the trip will be asked to tip a round.     Kelsey, “Dropsy” Burder offered to tip the last round. Line Drive will let everyone know when they will be tipping, so don’t worry! 

Training returns to Wednesday

It has been warm in the north east for the first three weeks of Rangers training. This has not stopped the numbers from being impressive. Coach Owen, “Sits at the big table” Godenzi, has been impressed with the attitude and the willingness of everyone to be involved and learning how to improve. So if you are yet to attend, senior training is from 6pm on-wards on Wednesdays. You might even sight Line Drive there too.

Taylor terrorising twos attacks

Dancing man John, “Johnno” Taylor, has had a very good season of cricket with the Yarrawonga-Mulwala Cricket Club. On more than one occasion, Taylor has dug the Yarrawonga-Mulwala Lakers A reserve side out of a hole with some lusty striking. One wonders if Taylor will be gracing the diamonds of the north east this winter with similar lusty hitting. One could only wonder.

Rangers Bringing Light to the Dark

Big thanks go to Steve and Lisa Peruzzo, Mick and Taylah Wyatt, Jamie and Gus King and Frenchy for helping out at the Project 365 concert at Avian Park on February 22nd. They ran the merchandise stand throughout the night in some very warm conditions, and in true Ranger style, helped put a very important message out into the community. The crew at Project 365 loved having the Rangers involved. Remember, ‘it’s ok to not be ok’ You can get some help. Talk about your feelings…. Lifeline.org.au 13 11 14

A big thank you for all your efforts

Now onto the club stuff

Congratulations to Kate and Azza Parker on the arrival of their son Nelson. Nice work, what a ripper!! It’ll be great to see young Nelson join his brother Patty on the diamonds in the coming years!

Need to pay your registration? Head through the club website and click through to winter registration. Process is quick and easy. See the club if having difficulties….

Anyone seen Scott “Jenko” Jenkins? One heard he may be making a comeback in season 2025.

Good luck to Cods Masters who head to Ballarat for the weekend. Have fun and stay safe,

Well that’s enough from me. Try and stay cool and hydrated in the heat (if it is warm where you are reading this) and speak to you soon…….

Go Rangers

And Go Cods!

Rounding Third by Line Drive August 2024

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Hello and welcome to the latest edition of Rounding Third. It has been a little while since Line Drive has run his eye over the goings on in the North Eastern Baseball Association.

However over the past weekend, he was able to ride on out to the Ranger dome and catch up with some new, and many old faces who have been on the end of a bit of light hearted banter over the years in this little bit of writing.

This year the social media game has certainly gone up a notch which has been sensational for the clubs exposure. It’s been looking pretty schmick.

A big shout out goes to Rangers Grey who have been just out of luck most of this season. However they gritted their teeth yesterday and finished off the season with a walk off win over Bears Gold in A grade. It was fitting that Rob, “Butts” Seymour was the winning run across the plate. Great work ladies and gents.

A Grade grey season finished on a winning note. What is Kelsey looking at?

Next week sees the start of finals with the Rangers being represented across numerous grades. It is Grand Final weekend for the juniors too. The under 15’s will be playing Wodonga in the Grand final. Games to be played out at Targoora Park in Wangaratta. A BIG Sunday coming up this Father’s Day.

Line Drive will leave all other correspondence to the wonderful IT gurus we have at Wangaratta and the North Eastern Baseball Association. He is returning to his traditional values, with a bit of sass and some tongue in cheek observations of the varying individuals who play in the Orange,  Black (and Grey) of the Wangaratta Rangers. 

Now with all of that out of the way, what has been going on?

Soaks rambling dribble returns

Not much has been seen of Line Drive’s good friend Cam “The Soak” Scott over the 2024 season. Many have reported the diamonds have been much quieter, and let’s be honest, much more refined. On Sunday just gone, The Soak rode in to Ranger land to support his brothers and sisters of the Rangers with what many of you may know as his own unique approach to ‘talking it up’  Ably assisted by some current Rangers, Jason “Sunscreen” Jonker and past Ranger,

Scott “#Jenkoselbow” Jenkins, The Soak decided to run his mouth at Rangers B Grade vs Wodonga Warriors B Grade. First target. B grade “Skipper” Mick Wyatt, who had decided to take his turn on the pitchers rubber.

The Soak was in one of his upbeat weird kind of moods and he was choosing chaos.

“I’ve ridden down here just to watch you pitch number 11” Wyatt the chose to spike the next pitch into the dirt, and his next remark was “Shut up Cam!” When asked later about his grumpy outburst, Mick clarified that he was attempting not to laugh at what had been said.

With that in mind, many others in the B Grade dugout got a little bit of the bizarre inner workings of The Soaks mind too.

Another target was Paul, “6 dots” Maiden. Cam thought that one was pretty clever, however a little too clever for young Mikayla, “I find Line Drive boring” Jonker, where both Jenko and Cam had to explain the reference. Once explained, Mikayla doubled down on her dislike for cricket. Sadly still, the reference was lost. Sometimes, the banter is a little too refined and obscure and that is the way Cam likes it.

Peruzzo and his new veneers.

In between explaining obscure references to younger members of the side, The Soak turned his attention to Steve, “Fernando” Peruzzo and his nice looking veneers. It has been a while since Fernando has had a full smile, but they were certainly on show On Sunday. Cam asked Dan Wells if he should mention Fernando’s great, new looking chompers, and Dan was all in for it.

When mentioned, all Fernando did was well….smile.

Murdoch’s Moustache masterclass

Brad, “Undies” Murdoc, has been many things to many people over the years at Wangaratta. A great club person, knock around bloke, a great dancer to the odd midnight oil song, but one thing that is underestimated is the majestic nature of his upper lip. The Rangers do have a few great beards, but only one true superstar moustache. Undies owns that. The man of great beard, Scott Jenkins, did a little bit of commentary on the true style of Murdoch’s mo.

“Best tache in the Association” Jenko said…..It’s hard to argue with that commentary Jenko.

 It was also noted that Matt, “The Colonel” Sanders top lip is also looking nice and full of hair follicles too. Maybe Murdoch’s mo mantel is under threat in B grade? Watch this space for updates.

Dropsy’s new trick

It was duly noticed on the weekend, during the Rangers Grey vs Bears Gold game on diamond 1 that Kelsey, “Dropsy” Burder has a new trick. Early on in the game, Burder surprised those watching by throwing his catchers helmet at the batter. Kyle Gilmore was even impressed as this was a new skill Burder has built into his repertoire this season. Dropsy no more? Never.

Always be Dropsy!

Mei see you around!

Mei Sato has really enjoyed her return to the diamond in season 2024. She is at every training and always looking for ways to improve. Mei had become ever reliable for the Wangaratta Grey in season 2024. Mei has filled a variety of positions over the season and under the watchful eye of Tesuya “Tets” Kamiyama, the improvement has been excellent. Mei was quoted as hoping the season was continuing. It’s always great to have positive up beat individuals like Mei involved at the club.

KK. The new queen of all things Rangers

Once just the domain of Line Drive, this year has seen many others take on small roles and responsibilities around getting information into the public domain. From creating many of the week to week posts on Instagram and Facebook, Mikayla “KK” Pool has turned her hand to the podcast world as guest host. From all reports, this has been well received as KK has basically threatened the playing group into listening to it. The players have responded by always having a a listen and giving it a like. If you would too would like to have a listen at what KK is producing, head over to the Wangaratta rangers Facebook page or look for it on Spotify or whatever podcast app you use.

What’s my name again?

It has come to Line Drive’s attention that a couple of the Godenzi’s like to mix names up.

Tanner Godenzi has a habit of calling Cam Scott Mick Wyatt, and Owen made a habit of calling Oscar Maiden “Issac”. It’s alright, Cam also gets Campbell a lot too. Coincidence?

Presentation time.

Line Drive may have had a little bit of a quieter year, but the club certainly has not. Games at Targoora park each week, to junior representative carnivals to social nights. The Rangers have certainly had a full plate in season 2024. Silver circle once again was a great night along with Junior Rangers movie night and now the upcoming presentation evening.

Leader of many, Owen “O” Godenzi was having a conversation with the young travellers from Melbourne and comparing presentation nights with their respective clubs. It was mentioned that this could be the biggest yet. Friday the 13th of September Wangaratta Turf Club is the venue. Food and entertainment is on the cards. Maybe a birthday song for the president too. Make sure you get your tickets. It is sure the be a great night.

Happy trails Ryan Kenny

Safe travels back home to treasurer Ryan, “Mr Canada” Kenny who has headed back to the northern hemisphere and home to Canada. Kenny managed a farewell appearance at a Rangers function over the Kings birthday weekend in June before relocating. True to form Kenny put in a big effort. Last to bed and was the first to rise from his swag. Rumour has it he was pretty happy the Rangers don’t have too many functions as they just always seem to be epic. That’s the Ranger way. Hope you have a read of this Ryan. You will be missed.

Anyone seen Old School?

Shaun “Old School” O’Neil got a little bit jumpy seeing Line Drive on Sunday. He was that jumpy that he decided to be named on the bench. “You can’t put me in there for anything this week!” However, true to Line Drive form, a special mention to Old School. Keep being you Old School.

Now onto the club stuff

Finals this weekend Sunday at Targoora Park. Murdoch road Wangaratta

Check out K.K’s podcast on Spotify. “you better” not my words, they are KK’s!

Training Wednesday from 6pm for Seniors

Presentation Night, Friday 13th of September at Wangaratta Turf Club. Tickets are available through the Rangers Facebook page.

C grade Rangers play Wodonga.

B grade  Rangers play Wodonga.

A grade Rangers Black play Bears Gold

That’s enough from me. Yes it is the old school way of doing things, but sometimes just writing it is a little bit easier and therapeutic for this scribe. Line Drive will be back again in the near future. Good luck to all this coming weekend for their finals no matter where you are reading from.

Have a great Fathers day out there. Miss you Dad.

Till then thanks for reading and….. just thought I would add another photo of Rangers Grey. Thanks to Mei Sato!

Some are the consummate professional for photos aren’t they!.

Go Rangers.