By Dominic Konareski Voice Staff Writer Barnstorming is now a forgotten era of baseball’s past but go back to the mid 1900’s and it was all the rage with thousands of people flocking out to see the offseason contests. Barnstorming … [Read more...] about Satchel Paige v. West Haven Sailors
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Grind to call Morse Park complex home
By Michael P. Walsh Special to the Voice Mayor Dorinda Borer on Sept. 18 announced an exciting new partnership between the city and The Grind LLC, a premier travel baseball program across Connecticut and the Northeast. The Grind, … [Read more...] about Grind to call Morse Park complex home
WHHS Hall of Fame Class of ‘25 revealed
The West Haven Hall of Fame Committee has announced its newest inductees to be honored, Saturday, November 22 at Amarante’s Sea Cliff, 62 Cove Street in New Haven. The new soon to be inductees include Steve Dargan (Tinker Blake Community … [Read more...] about WHHS Hall of Fame Class of ‘25 revealed
The Bambino’s lore extends to our shore
By Dominic Konareski Voice Writer Home runs in bulk and long distance were rare as Major League Baseball was coming out of the dead-ball era in the early 20s. By the 1930s, there were a handful of players going yard at a consistent … [Read more...] about The Bambino’s lore extends to our shore
Youth Soccer kicks off fall campaign
The West Haven Youth Soccer League kicked off the fall season this past weekend. The U14 West Haven Boys Travel team opened up playing away to Ansonia, winning 4-2. Jaxon Cruz and Enzo Cordova combined in goal for the win, with Ryan Abekah … [Read more...] about Youth Soccer kicks off fall campaign
Unger tenure opens with win
The West Haven football team has appeared in two consecutive Class LL state finals. With a new identity, the Westies want the state to know they are still around. West Haven started the 2025 season in fine fashion with a 30-6 victory at … [Read more...] about Unger tenure opens with win
West Haven Yankees’ franchise still exists
By Dominic Konareski Special to the Voice The West Haven Yankees were the pride of West Haven, winning a total of four Eastern League titles across nearly their decade-long stay. Playing in Quigley Stadium and in West Haven as a … [Read more...] about West Haven Yankees’ franchise still exists
Preseason tune-ups
Various West Haven HS teams are preparing for the beginning of their respective seasons, beginning this week and into next. Prior to those openers, some preseason scrimmages were scheduled as tune-ups to what’s to come. … [Read more...] about Preseason tune-ups
Best of the West hosts 4th tourney
By Steven R. Mullins Special to the Voice The 2025 Best of the West Back-to-School Basketball Tournament was held at May V. Carrigan Intermediate School on Saturday, Aug. 24. "The tournament is designed to engage youth friendly … [Read more...] about Best of the West hosts 4th tourney
Diamond Club honors local coaching trio
The Southern Connecticut Diamond Club, Inc., will host its 17th Annual Hall of Fame Banquet and Induction Ceremony on Thursday, Oct. 23 at The Woodwinds in Branford. Among the honorees is Derby native Ron Luneau. The SCDC, a non-profit, … [Read more...] about Diamond Club honors local coaching trio