Saturday, July 24 2010 - 11:00am
The Washington County Historical Society will again present a 1860 vintage base ball exhibition during Lumberjack Days at the Old Athletic Field [corner of Orleans and Sixth Avenue] on Saturday July 24th.
The matches are played by 1860 rules of base ball [two words back then] and uniforms of that era are worn. Some interesting rules include the batter [called the striker] is out if the ball is caught on the fly or first bounce; there is no sliding, no swearing, and no sweating -- especially if ladies are present.
Come and enjoy the afternoon of vintage base ball and see how the game was meant to be played.
Five Clubs Participating
- Rochester Roosters
- Afton Red Sox
- Quicksteps
- Arlington Greys
- St Croix Base Ball Club
Game Schedule
11:00 a.m. : Quicksteps vs. Afton Red Sox
12:00 p.m. : Rochester Roosters vs. Arlington Greys
1:00 p.m. : St Croix Base Ball Club vs Quicksteps
2:00 p.m. : Afton Red Socks vs. Rochester Roosters
3:00 p.m. : Arlington Greys vs St Croix Base Ball Club
4:00 p.m. : Quicksteps vs Rochester Roosters
For more information contact the Washington County Historical Society at 651-439-5956 or visit online at www.wchsmn.org. |
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