EDITORIAL

Teams stir local pride, leave great memories

Posted 9/1/15

Summer may be fading, but the season has left members of our communities with some wonderful – and historic – memories.

The Warwick North All-Stars won the state and regional titles en route …

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EDITORIAL

Teams stir local pride, leave great memories

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Summer may be fading, but the season has left members of our communities with some wonderful – and historic – memories.

The Warwick North All-Stars won the state and regional titles en route to the Little League Softball World Series, a remarkable run that fell just short of a championship but stirred the pride of their city and state.

Meanwhile, the Cranston Western All-Stars won their regional crown to earn a trip to the Little League World Series in Williamsport, Pa. While they, too, fell short of their ultimate goal, their spirit inspired countless cheering supporters back home.

More than just representatives of Rhode Island, the Warwick North and Cranston Western squads exemplified teamwork and commitment. Their joy for the game brought joy to all who followed their respective journeys.

“These girls fulfilled their dreams by getting to the Little League Softball World Series,” said Kevin DeTroia, manager of Warwick North, after their run concluded. “I’m excited about their accomplishment. It’s been so much fun coaching this great group of girls, including my daughter Sophia, and it was nice spending time on the field with her. That’s one thing you can’t take away, and it fulfilled my dreams of coaching my daughter in the World Series.”

“All of Cranston is jumping right now and they’re very proud of these boys,” Cranston Mayor Allan Fung said during a gathering at the Thirsty Beaver to cheer on his city’s squad. “I went down to Bristol and saw that championship game, and when that final out was made we saw the joy on their faces and were right there with them then, and are right there with them now.”

Many residents of Warwick, Cranston and the Ocean State’s other cities in towns were right there with the girls and boys of Warwick North and Cranston Western throughout the summer. And the experience won’t soon be forgotten.

We congratulate both squads for their success and for the positive example they set in terms of sportsmanship and dedication. We can’t wait for next summer.

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  • Justanidiot

    Except for in the Beacon and Cranston Herald - the coverage has been way biased towards the boys. Not that they don't deserve recognition, but television news reporters were sent to Pennsylvania for coverage while the girls had no local media presence. You have to be fair and not just pat the girls on the head and say good job -- for a girl.

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