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Postseason format released
LA PORTE- Commissioner Alex Friedman has released the 2016 postseason format as June is already here. The league will continue to go with the all in format where all 12 teams reach the playoffs. Home field advantage for the World Series will be decided in the 2016 ORWBL All Star Game at Migley Field. The winners of each Division will earn a first round bye and will not have to play in the 1 game Wild Card Round. Below is the full postseason format: Wild Card: AL #6 vs. AL
Jet City sweeps Bertrand in Bushwood Ballpark's inaugural game.
NILES- One thing that separates ORWBL from other league's is the fact that each team has their own home ballpark. Throughout the years we have seen many great and no so great parks. On Sunday, the Bertrand Bombers played host to the Jet City Junkballers in the inaugural game at Bushwood Ballpark. After a rough 1st season in the league, Bombers Manager Bryan Van Dyke was eager to prove that the Bertrand Bombers belong in the league. After taking 2 out of 3 from Hudson Lake
Divisional alignment announced
NEW CARLISLE - Commissioner Alex Friedman has announced the highly-anticipated divisional alignment for the upcoming ORWBL season. After the most recent round of expansion, the league stands at 12 teams for the 2016 campaign. This season will mark the return of the traditional American League/National League split, which was not utilized in 2014 or 2015 due to the league having an odd number of teams. Additionally, each league will be split into two divisions of three teams e
Crystal Ball: Possible future ASG sites
LA PORTE- As previously reported on ORWBL.com, the league office is considering rotating the site of the annual ORWBL All-Star Game beginning in 2017. With a relatively cool hot stove at the moment, why not speculate on the potential sites for future games? Here's a look at possible venues that the league may choose. Magic Park at Kesling Field The first potential park is a fairly obvious choice. With Magic owner Alex Friedman in charge of the league, it would seem natural f
Migley to host 2016 All-Star Game
NEW CARLISLE- Once again, Migley Field will be the site of the ORWBL All-Star Game, as both the league and the ballpark celebrate milestones this summer. The famed ballpark has played host to the previous nine All-Star Games dating back to 2007. With the Friendly Confines commemorating its 10th anniversary this summer and the league marking its tenth season, ORWBL Commissioner Alex Friedman said Migley was the natural choice for the All-Star festivities. Although the All-Star
10 Questions for Season 10
NEW CARLISLE - The Old Republic Wiffleball League enters its tenth season in 2016. There is still plenty to be sorted out this offseason, including exactly what new teams will be joining the league this summer. Here are some of the biggest questions facing ORWBL. 1. Where does Emery's Army go after the loss of Jake Lawrence? While Eric Johnson is officially the manager, it was no secret Lawrence played a huge leadership role on that team. His departure has obviously riled up
The Wiffle®Ball Championship set for July 27-28
NEW CARLISLE - The Wiffle®Ball Championship returns to New Carlisle, July 27-28, 2019. One of the largest tournaments in the nation, The Championship features ORWBL clubs and other teams from across North America. The event features pool play on Saturday, with the top qualifiers advancing to Sunday's Hometown Cup Playoffs. The final four teams meet at Migley Field in the Hometown Cup Finals, scheduled for 1:20pm on Sunday afternoon. The last team standing is awarded the covet
2015 Postseason schedule announced
NEW CARLISLE- Here are the dates for the 2015 Postseason. The Bertrand Bombers and Spicer Lake Soggy Bottom Boys did not qualify for the postseason due to forfeits.
First Round (Best of 3)
Wednesday, July 29, 2015
1. Maple City Magic @ Hudson Lake Heat (HL wins 2-1)
2. Bourissa Hills Pterodactyls @ New Carlisle Newts (NC wins, 2-1)
3. Saugany Lake White Lightning @ Rolling Prairie Emery's Army (RP wins, 2-1)
Semifinals (Best of 5)
Sunday, August 2, 2015 (Games 1 and 2)
ORWBL welcomes two new teams
NEW CARLISLE - After the last minute withdrawal of the County Line Lakers before the 2014 season, the ORWBL operated with its fewest number of teams, seven, last season. Heading
into the 2015 campaign, two new teams are being added to the mix: the Bertrand Bombers
and the Saugany Lake White Lightning.
Located in Bertrand Township, Michigan, the Bombers are the ORWBL's first expansion team
north of the state line. Managed by Bryan Van Dyck, this roster will likely be fi
Previewing the 2015 season
NEW CARLISLE - The ninth season of the ORWBL is approaching quickly, as Opening Day is scheduled for its earliest date (May 17) in league history. While the league schedule has
been reduced 24 games, there will be no reduction in compelling matchups and storyline this
season.
Love them or hate them, any season preview has to start with the two-time defending World
Series Champions. The New Carlisle Newts enter 2015 with a target square on their backs.
With the depar
