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2023 IABF Golf Outing at Inwood Country Club

2023 IABF Golf Outing at Inwood Country Club. Thank you to the golfers and sponsors who made the 2023 IABF golf outing a success! Check out all golf outing images: We’ll see you at the IABF Gala on November 30: 🇮🇹 ⚾️ 🇺🇸. The article centers on 2023 IABF Golf Outing at Inwood Country Club and presents the available facts and context.

Part III of IABF-FIBS Mission Classic Documentary Available Now

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The third and final part of the Mission Classic Docuseries, produced by IABF and FIBS, is now available worldwide. Directed, written, and produced by IABF board director Chris R. Vaccaro, the film follows Team Italy from the first round in Taipei through its quarterfinal appearance against Japan.

IABF Featured During ABC Broadcast of 2023 NYC Columbus Day Parade

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The Italian American Baseball Foundation was featured during ABC’s broadcast of New York City’s Columbus Day Parade. The segment presented the organization’s story during the nationally prominent celebration and directed viewers to the broadcast feature.

Terry Francona Named 2023 IABF Tommy Lasorda Award Honoree

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The Italian American Baseball Foundation named World Series-winning manager Terry Francona its 2023 Tommy Lasorda honoree. Francona, who led Boston to two titles including the 2004 championship that ended an 86-year drought, has nearly 2,000 managerial wins and three American League Manager of the Year awards.

Phillies Scouting Director Sal Agostinelli Named 2023 IABF Executive of the Year

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The Italian American Baseball Foundation will honor Philadelphia Phillies international scouting director Sal Agostinelli as its 2023 Executive of the Year. Agostinelli, a former Phillies catcher, was named MLB Scout of the Year in 2018 and has received multiple lifetime achievement and sports hall of fame honors.

University of Arizona Legend Mike Candrea Named Inaugural IABF Collegiate Award Honoree

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One of the winningest coaches in any sport in NCAA history, Mike Candrea will be recognized with the inaugural IABF Collegiate Award in 2023. Tickets are officially on sale for the November 30 event, which will take place at Marina Del Ray in the Bronx.

Salvatore Varriale Named 2023 IABF Ambassador Honoree

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Salvatore Varriale, an Italian American player and coach, will receive the 2023 IABF Ambassador Award. A Parma legend and former national-team coach, he won numerous domestic and European titles, represented Italy at four Olympics, and was inducted into the Italian Baseball Hall of Fame in 2019.

University of Florida’s Jac Caglianone Named 2023 IABF Future Star Honoree

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University of Florida baseball star Jac Caglianone has been named the 2023 Italian American Baseball Foundation Future Star honoree and will be recognized at the foundation’s November 30 gala in the Bronx. The standout two-way player set program records with 33 home runs, 90 RBI, and 208 total bases.

Chris “Mad Dog” Russo Receiving 2023 IABF Media Award

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Chris Russo will receive the 2023 Italian American Baseball Foundation Media Award at the IABF Gala on November 30 at Marina Del Ray in the Bronx. The longtime broadcaster, known as “Mad Dog,” has led influential sports radio and television programs, including Mad Dog Unleashed and High Heat.

IABF Announces 2023 Scholarship Recipients

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The Italian American Baseball Foundation recently awarded its 2023 baseball and softball scholarships and again increased the number of recipients this year. One of IABF’s premier tasks is to award scholarships to deserving student-athletes who express pride in Italian culture and heritage.

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