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Survey: Mike Piazza Italian Baseball Fantasy Camp

The Italian American Baseball Foundation and the Federation of Italian Baseball and Softball are organizing an Italian Baseball Fantasy Camp with Mike Piazza. They are seeking feedback from prospective players through a brief survey to help inform the event.

Italian Americans Named to MLB Top 100

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Eight Italian Americans appeared on the MLB Top 100 list to open the 2023 season: Justin Verlander ranked 14th, followed by J.T. Realmuto at 29, Pete Alonso at 31, Gerrit Cole at 37, Brandon Nimmo at 54, Anthony Rizzo at 74, Aaron Nola at 79 and Joe Musgrove at 96.

IABF Launches 2023 Scholarship Application

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The Italian American Baseball Foundation has opened its 2023 college scholarship application process for graduating high school seniors and current college players. Scholarships are available to Americans and international students from Italy who express pride in their culture and heritage. Applications are due April 15, 2023.

Brian Sweeney Named Pitching Coach of Kansas City Royals

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Brian Sweeney, Italian on his mother’s side, was hired as the Kansas City Royals’ pitching coach by manager Matt Quatraro. Sweeney previously served as the Cleveland Guardians’ bullpen coach under Terry Francona and said Kansas City would combine tradition, experience and innovation.

Relive the 2022 IABF Gala

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The Italian American Baseball Foundation held its seventh annual gala at Giando on the Water in Brooklyn on December 1, 2022. Honorees included Mike Piazza, Michael Kay, Jim Small, Mike Pagliarulo and Vito Friscia, while Marco Landi received the new IABF Ambassador Award for supporting the foundation and baseball in Italy.

Blog: IABF in Italy for 2022 Mission Classic

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The 2022 Mission Classic brought Team Italy players and coaches together in Italy ahead of the 2023 World Baseball Classic. Organized by FIBS with support from IABF, the trip combined baseball activities, cultural experiences and heritage-focused events across Rome, Arezzo, Florence, Parma, Modena and Milan.

IABF Featured on Out in the Field Podcast

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IABF board trustee Chris Vaccaro appeared on the “Out in the Field” podcast to discuss the organization, the growth of baseball in Italy, and other topics. The podcast conversation highlighted the foundation’s work and its broader interest in developing the game.

IABF Sponsors Brooklyn Bash College Showcase

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The Italian American Baseball Foundation sponsored the 2022 Brooklyn Bash to support youth baseball development and college scouting exposure. Eight teams competed, while coaches from 10 local colleges evaluated players. The Brooklyn Patriots won the showcase.

Celebrate Italian Heritage Night with the Nationals

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Celebrate Washington D.C.’s Italian culture during the Nationals’ inaugural Italian Heritage Night with the Italian American Baseball Foundation. The event invites attendees to show their Italian and Nationals pride by wearing a Nationals-themed Italian Heritage Day promotional tee.

IABF Supports Anthony Varvaro Fund

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The Italian American Baseball Foundation donated and matched raffle proceeds from its annual golf outing to support the family of fallen police officer Anthony Varvaro. Varvaro played seven Major League Baseball seasons before joining the NY/NJ Port Authority and died in a car accident.

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