Italian American Baseball Foundation

IABF Ambassador Frank Catalanotto Named Hofstra Baseball Head Coach

Frank Catalanotto was named Hofstra University’s 15th head baseball coach after a 14-year Major League Baseball career and two seasons leading New York Tech. He guided the Bears to their first Division II College World Series appearance, a school-record 37 wins, and a national ranking.

Italian Americans Make 2021 MLB All-Star Roster as Players, Coaches, Officials

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Italian Americans featured prominently in the 2021 MLB All-Star Game in Denver, including players Joey Gallo, Nathan Eovaldi, J.T. Realmuto, Mike Zunino and Gerrit Cole. Terry Francona and other coaches, umpire Chris Guccione, reporter Tom Verducci and Dodgers bullpen catcher Stephen Ciladi also participated.

LSU’s Paul Mainieri Earns Career Win No. 1,500

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LSU coach Paul Mainieri earned career win No. 1,500 when LSU defeated Texas A&M on May 21. He became the fifth coach in NCAA Division I Baseball history to reach 1,500 victories and win a national championship, ranking 11th all-time in NCAA baseball wins.

Anthony Causi Honored with Yankees Plaque Tribute

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Anthony Causi, a New York Post photographer who died from COVID-19 complications, was honored with a plaque at Yankee Stadium. Installed in the first base photowell, the dedication recognized his passionate talent, extraordinary excellence, uncommon care, and lasting contribution through his images; his family attended the ceremony.

Trey Mancini to Receive IABF Tommy Lasorda Award

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Trey Mancini will receive the Italian American Baseball Foundation’s Tommy Lasorda Award after returning to the Baltimore Orioles in 2021 following treatment for stage 3 colon cancer. The honor recognizes his perseverance, baseball achievements, and pride in Italian American heritage at the IABF’s December gala in Brooklyn.

IABF Appoints Chris R. Vaccaro to Advisory Board

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The Italian American Baseball Foundation appointed journalist, author and professor Chris R. Vaccaro to its advisory board. An Emmy and Murrow Award winner with extensive media and nonprofit experience, Vaccaro will support the foundation’s communications, growth and fundraising efforts while promoting Italian American baseball and heritage.