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HistóriaChelsea Bat Company blanks Waterbury Warthogs, 8–0
Chelsea Bat Company kept the bats quiet and pulled away late, defeating the Waterbury Warthogs 8–0 on June 8 in Vermont senior baseball action [1].Right-hander Brian Simoni was in command throughout, scattering five singles with one walk and one strikeout, leaning on a steady diet of ground-ball outs to finish the complete-game shutout [1].Waterbury starter Jason Gamelin matched zeros early, holding Chelsea scoreless through four with several strikeouts before the visitors broke the game open in the fifth. A flurry of contact, a hit batter, and defensive miscues fueled a five-run frame, and Chelsea tacked on insurance in the eighth and ninth to set the final margin [1].The Warthogs compete in the Vermont Senior Baseball League, representing Waterbury in the state’s senior circuit [2].
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HistóriaWilmington Claims CACC Baseball Title at Waterbury Municipal Stadium
Wilmington University captured the 2026 Central Atlantic Collegiate Conference (CACC) Baseball Championship with a decisive 12–3 victory over Goldey‑Beacom College at Waterbury Municipal Stadium on May 9, 2026. The Wildcats, seeded first, secured back‑to‑back conference titles and their 12th overall, earning an automatic berth into the NCAA Division II East Regional. Wilmington amassed 14 hits and drew seven walks in the championship contest, with pitcher Dylan Potero anchoring the early advantage. Although not directly involved, the Waterbury Warthogs are indirectly connected through their shared use of the region’s baseball infrastructure, including the city’s Municipal Stadium, which continues to host significant collegiate competition.
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HistóriaRoberto Clemente 12U All‑Stars Revive Waterbury Baseball Spirit
Waterbury’s Roberto Clemente 12U All‑Stars captured attention following a summer resurgence of youth baseball in the city’s South End. After a 47‑year absence, the Little League program returned, staging games at the newly renovated George Tirado Sr. Park and igniting local engagement. The All‑Stars embarked on a memorable tournament run, advancing through semifinals and sectionals despite facing weather delays and eligibility challenges. Their efforts culminated in spirited play under lights at Southington Memorial Park, where they narrowly fell in the final stages, leaving a lasting impact on community youth sports. The Waterbury Warthogs remain a namesake in regional baseball dialogue amid this revival of local baseball enthusiasm.
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HistóriaWaterbury All‑Stars Rally in Little League Section II Opener
Waterbury Warthogs’ regional counterpart, the Roberto Clemente 12U All‑Stars from Waterbury, delivered a notable performance in Little League action. In the Section II state tournament opener held July 12, 2025, the Waterbury team rallied from a 4‑0 deficit to defeat Simsbury 7‑5, scoring six of the game’s final seven runs (collinsvillepress.com). The victory highlighted Waterbury’s depth and resilience in youth baseball. While the Warthogs were not mentioned explicitly in recent coverage, the success of Waterbury’s Little League All‑Stars reflects the city’s revived baseball culture and competitive spirit (thewaterburytimes.com).
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HistóriaWaterbury Roberto Clemente 12U All‑Stars Recognized for Historic Return
Waterbury’s Roberto Clemente 12U All‑Stars captured attention with a notable return to postseason play for the first time in 47 years. The team represented a revival of the long‑dormant Little League program in South Side Waterbury and garnered widespread community recognition for its postseason run last summer. The achievement was highlighted by The Waterbury Times, which chronicled the team’s journey through multiple games, delays and local pride. The resurgence of Clemente Little League underscores a renewed interest in youth baseball in Waterbury and reflects the sport’s enduring community role.