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Joe Quagliano, Carmine Gangone Named Italian Americans of the Year in Hunterdon County

IABF co-founders Joe Quagliano and Carmine Gangone were named Italian Americans of the Year by the Italian American Heritage Club of Hunterdon County. The recognition honors their leadership and contributions to the Italian American baseball community.

IABF Marches in Columbus Day Parade

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IABF Marches in Columbus Day Parade. Another incredible year as the Italian American Baseball Foundation was represented in New York City’s Columbus Day Parade. Thank you to our board and supporters for being part of this proud tradition. The article centers on IABF Marches in Columbus Day Parade and presents the available facts.

IABF Sponsors Long Island Hot Stove Columbus Day Tournament

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IABF Sponsors Long Island Hot Stove Columbus Day Tournament. The Italian American Baseball Foundation is proud to sponsor the Long Island Hot Stove Baseball Columbus Day Tournament! Learn more about LI Hot Stove . The article centers on IABF Sponsors Long Island Hot Stove Columbus Day Tournament and presents the available facts.

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.

Mike Pagliarulo Named 2022 IABF Achievement Award Honoree

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Former big leaguer Mike Pagliarulo was selected as the 2022 IABF Achievement Award honoree. He was recognized for his support of the Italian American Baseball Foundation after an 11-year major league career, a 1991 World Series title with the Twins, coaching with Miami, and work with Washington.

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.

MLB’s Jim Small to Receive IABF Executive of the Year Award

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Jim Small, Major League Baseball’s Senior Vice President of International, was named the 2022 Italian American Baseball Foundation Executive of the Year. He will be honored at the December 1 IABF Gala for leading MLB’s global growth, international scheduling, talent development, and World Baseball Classic efforts.

IABF Debuts Student Leadership Advisory Council with Virtual FIBS Discussion

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Timed with Italian American Heritage Month, the Italian American Baseball Foundation launched its Student Leadership Advisory Council on October 1. The council hosted Gianmarco Faraone of Italy’s Federation of Italian Baseball and Softball to discuss baseball development, professional leagues, and opportunities for student-athletes.

IABF Organizes Italian Heritage Night at Nationals Park

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IABF officials, Nationals personnel and Italian Embassy representatives celebrated Italian Heritage Night as a cultural exchange highlighting Italian American heritage, diplomacy and international relations. The event included an Italian-style ceremonial “play ball,” and organizers looked forward to similar experiences in 2023.

IABF Names Scholarship in Honor of Steve Napolitano’s Dedication to Organization

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Steve Napolitano has supported the Italian American Baseball Foundation since its formation in 2016 and hosted its annual golf outing at Engineers Country Club on Long Island. During the outing, IABF announced that an annual scholarship would be named in honor of Steve and his family.

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