April 1, 2023

DBB announces the launch of its rebranded national website. Visit: https://www.dbbusa.org to view the new website. You might wish to bookmark the new website for easier access.

The link to the franchise website remains the same. Click
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2023 SOUTH CAROLINA Umpires can use the link below to register.
https://dixieboysmajorsbaseballumpires.sportngin.com/register/form/435278431

Please call on us if we can be of service! We hope you have a great 2023 season.

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Nashville, Tennessee………July 27, 2022……… North Charleston, South Carolina (6-1) defeated Southland, Louisiana to capture the 2022 Majors World Series. The title for North Charleston, SC is their tenth in the Dixie Majors division that began play in 1974. The squad from North Charleston dropped their second game of tournament play to Hernando, Florida by a score of 6-4. Following the loss, the bats from North Charleston came alive as the team scored a total 59 runs in their final five games. Overall in seven games, North Charleston scored 70 runs for a per game average of 10 runs while giving up a total of 30 runs. Southland, LA (4-2), the tournament finalist, displayed strong pitching and a solid defense in giving up a total of nineteen runs overall. Prior to the championship game, the Southland, LA team had allowed only nine runs. Camden, Arkansas had a great tournament run in reaching championship day as they reeled of three consecutive wins before dropping their final two games. Twin Cities, Tennessee was awarded the “Bryant Watson Sportsmanship Award.”

J. Sandy Jones, Commissioner/CEO commented, “Congratulations to all of the teams involved with the 2022 Majors World Series. Ronnie Jackson, Majors Deputy Commissioner, served as the Tournament Director for the Majors World Series. He, along with a supporting cast, are to be commended for their excellent work with the tournament. Coach Allen Murphy and Mickey Hiter, were outstanding local host for the Nashville, Tennessee event. A special thank you to our host, tournament directors, JockJive, broadcast sponsors and all related staff that supported the 2022 Majors World Series effort. One of the many highlights of the World Series was the recognition of Tim Sims, Hernando, Florida, as a member of the 2022 Class: DBB Hall of Fame. Plans are already underway for the 2023 Majors World Series to be held in North Charleston, SC.”

Sterlington, Louisiana………July 27, 2022………..The 2022 Junior Boys World Series featured some really close games and an exciting finish as Central-Clemson, South Carolina (6-1) took two in a row from Sterlington, Louisiana in the finals. Central-Clemson, SC defeated the Sterlington, LA (host) in the decisive game 5-2 to win their first-ever title in Junior DBB play. Early in the double elimination event, Central-Clemson, SC lost a 13-8 game against Hattiesburg, Mississippi. Central-Clemson was not to be denied as the SC state champions reeled off five consecutive wins to capture the championship. In seven games played, Central-Clemson scored a total of fifty-eight (58) runs while yielding thirty-eight (38) runs. Both of the games, (split 1-1) against Hattiesburg were high-scoring affairs with 22 runs scored in one game and another 21 runs in the game to start championship day. Sterlington (4-2) advanced to the championship game with solid pitching and good defense throughout the event. Sterlington only yielded a total of 26 runs in the six games they played. Columbus County, NC had a good tournament showing by advancing to championship day before losing to the tournament finalist, Sterlington. The 2022 “Talmadge Bowen Sportsmanship Award” was presented to Livingston, Texas.

J. Sandy Jones, Commissioner/CEO commented, “ We had a mix of low-scoring games and some real slugfests as teams needed to score ten or more runs to escape with a victory. Congratulations to Central-Clemson, SC on finding the path to winning the championship in a highly-competitive tournament. The team from Central-Clemson earned the title against the eleven other teams in the Junior Boys division. The Junior Boys World Series was dedicated to Ronnie Gandy. A moment of silence was held at the Opening Ceremony as we remembered Ronnie and his service to our organization as our Junior Boys Deputy Commissioner. Ronnie’s passing has left a void in our organization and our directors all worked together to make the event a success. The Opening Ceremony held at Warhawk Field on the campus of the University of Louisiana – Monroe was made possible through the assistance of Dr. Ronald Berry, University President and ULM Head Baseball Coach, Mike Federico. We thank ULM for their support of our DBB organization. Discover Monroe – West Monroe was tasked with the planning of all events held at ULM and their work is greatly appreciated. Mike Bader, LSPN owner, and the Sterlington Sports Complex provided live streaming of all games of the 2022 Jr. Boys World Series. Thanks to everyone supporting this event.”

Step up to the Majors with Pitch Hit & Run!

Major League Baseball® Pitch Hit & Run is a free event that provides boys and girls — ages 7 to 14 — an opportunity to showcase their baseball and softball skills, while earning a chance to attend and perform during the MLB® World Series!

Athletes are tested, and their measurements are recorded. Based on their scores, they advance from a local event to a Team Championship held in MLB stadiums. Top scores then qualify for an all-expenses-paid trip for two to compete at the National Finals, which is hosted at the World Series.

SHANNON LOPER – BOYS STATE DIRECTOR
905 Buckwalter Parkway
Bluffton, SC 29910
(843) 255-6684 (o)
(843) 812-0152 ©
Sloper@bcgov.net

TJ ROSTIN – MAJORS STATE DIRECTOR
PO Drawer 190096
North Charleston, SC 29419
(843) 813-3058 ©
tjrostin@northcharleston.org

GARY CENTER – STATE UMPIRE-IN-CHIEF
260 Arrowood Avenue
Lancaster, SC 29720
803-320-4482 ©
gmanlan17@yahoo.com