Rat Links
(No, they're not a breakfast meat. Just a few hyperlinks to check out here in the Rat's Nest...)
They're cute, they're funny, and for the most part, they're housetrained. This is no surprise, since team manager Luke "Qui Gon" Welch, is not only a Jedi Master in his spare time, but an award winning dog trainer and hunting dog competitor... Besides that, his BEagles team has been a dominant force in the St. Croix Valley Baseball League since its inception. Good people and good baseball...
Info Rating: 5
Fun Rating: 3
Gay/Straight Ratio:
95% Straight
Moved from Spring Valley after the 2007 season, the Fish are the defending North Division champions of the SCVBL. With a lineup of solid young talent, a sprinkling of crafty veterans, and wily player/manager in Josh Eidem, the Fighting Fish will take another shot at the WBA finals in 2010, while running one of the best town ball teams in the league...
Info Rating: 5
Fun Rating: 5
Gay/Straight Ratio:
50% (They're wild!)
A young and confident team from the North Division of the SCVBL, the New Richmond Millers returned to the WBA playoffs in 2009. Led by player / manager Ryan Stephens, the Millers feature solid starting pitching, good defense, and a good group of hitters... They will be busy fending off the resurgent Menomonie Eagles, the Fish, the Osceola Braves, and of course, the team that makes this website semi-functional. Make sure to stop downtown after the game!
Info Rating: 4
Fun Rating: 3
Gay/Straight Ratio:
99% Straight
The SCF River Bandits joined the SCVBL in 2008, playing in a highly competitive league and division in their inaugural season. In 2009, they doubled their win total with 4 wins, playing spoilers to their primary rivals, the Osceola Braves, as well as to the Hudson River Rats late in the season, costing the Rats a shot at the division title. Time will tell if the Bandits can compete for a spot in the WBA playoffs in 2010.
Info Rating: 5
Fun Rating: 3
Gay/Straight Ratio:
99% Straight
The definition of SCVBL town team baseball, the Plum City Blues are still in a league of their own. The Blues have worked through a considerable change in their roster over the past two years, but still feature several key players from the River Rats' past successes-- Shaun Miley, Tony Garner, and Zach Watkins. If you look close enough at the website, you will find a few Easter eggs, some of which aren't really intended for viewers under the age of 18. Of course, that goes with the territory in PC!
Info Rating: 5
Fun Rating: 5 XXX
Gay/Straight Ratio:
50% (Don't ask!)
If the Plum City Blues are the definition of SCVBL town team baseball, then the Prescott Pirates are the definition of amateur baseball excellence. WBA state runners-up in 2007, and perennial South division champions, the Prescott 9 is chock full of pitching, hitting, and strong defense. A solid group of guys and a well-disciplined team-- a lethal combination to face on any day -- be it a game at Firehall Field, or on your home turf.
Info Rating: 5
Fun Rating: 4
Gay/Straight Ratio:
85% Straight
The Ellsworth Hubbers also define amateur baseball in the SCVBL with a nice ball park, a solid team, and an always enthusiastic fan base at their games-- whether it's at Bob Young Park, or your place. The Hubbers have jumped out to a surprising lead in the South division in 2010 behind the always potent combination of young talent, veteran leadership, and unwavering confidence. The Hubbers know how to win and they know how to have fun-- which is always great to see in a team with a rich baseball history in the St. Croix Valley Baseball League.
Info Rating: 5
Fun Rating: 4
Gay/Straight Ratio:
85% Straight
The 2010 Elmwood Expos. Jonah Lansing, Tippy Konsela, Adam Churchill, Boomer Keys, and of course, Kirk and Jed. A team always capable of putting a win up on the board, the Expos will need to find a way to play confidently and aggressively for nine full innings every time they take the field if they hope to make their first appearance in the WBA playoffs since 2001. The River Rats will play in Elmwood on Sunday, July 11th in a key game for both teams...
Info Rating: 5
Fun Rating: 4
Gay/Straight Ratio:
75% Straight
The Skeeters will play their second season in the SCVBL this year, hoping to improve upon a 3-13 season highlighted by a win over the North Division champion Fighting Fish. Comprised largely of former Ellsworth and Bay City players, the Skeeters should prove to be a competitive and scrappy team. Don't forget to try the local adult dancing emporium just by the ball park for a fun afternoon / evening of post-baseball entertainment, win or lose...
Info Rating: 5
Fun Rating: 5
Gay/Straight Ratio:
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Wisconsin Baseball Association
Run by WBA secretary and former SCVBL president Mark Helmer, this is the place for official stats and rosters for teams competing in the WBA. It's all business here, the way it's meant to be.
Wisconsin Amateur Baseball - League Lineup Website
Run by Jack Sprecher, a.k.a. Jack O' Diamonds, this site provides information and rankings of teams throughout the state of Wisconsin, and also includes Upper Michigan teams... While it is somewhat focused on the eastern part of the state, Jack has done an outstanding job in working with our league and others in the WBA to get stats and information out those people interested in Wisconsin amateur baseball -- thus the name. Keep up the excellent work!