The Bordentown Bandits, a 10U fast pitch softball team, took first place in The Calm Before the Storm Tournament in Lacey, NJ. The Bandits beat theToms River Lightening 3-2. Robin Antozzeski pitched 3 strong innings giving up 1 run while striking out six. Allyson Potts closed the game by pitching 2 solid innings in relief. The Bandits offense was led by aggressive hitting from Angelica Salera, Emily Meszaros and RBI’s from Hannah Gavin, Allyson Potts, and Ashley Vastano.

In the second game of the tournament, the Bandits defeated the New York Speed Demons 6-2. Ashley Vastano pitched 4 innings striking out 6 and giving up 2 runs. A solid defensive performance by Emily Meszaros at 1st prevented any threat from the Speed Demons. The Bandits offense was led by a double from Alexis Wiggley and singles from Allyson Potts and Robin Antozzeski. Ashley Vastano, Allie Millington, Angelica Salera and Caitlin Nitschmann recorded RBI’s.

Back Row:  Angelica Salera, Chelsey Walls, Caitlin Nitschmann, Hannah Gavin, Allie Millington, Alexis Wiggley

Front Row:  Robin Antozzeski,  Emily Meszaros,  Allyson Potts, Joseph Vastano, Ashley Vastano, Lauren Vastano,

                  Abbey Geisel, Ashley Sheppard

The Bandits defeated the Howell Heat in the Championship game 9-7. The Bandits fell behind the Howell Heat by 4 early in the 1st inning. Ashley Vastano took the mound with bases loaded and 1 out, she struck out the 1st batter and was able to end the inning by getting the next batter to ground out to Wiggley on third base. Our injured player, Ashley Sheppard, motivated her teammates from the bench.

The Bandits bounced back in the bottom of the 1st answering with 3 runs of their own. Back to back bunts by Allie Millington and Emily Meszaros resulted in Bordentown’s first run. A RBI by Allyson Potts and a RBI single by Robin Antozzeski plated Bordentown’s next 2 runs. Ashley Vastano retired the heat in order over the next 2 innings.

In the second inning, the Bandits bats came alive scoring 5 runs. Singles by Ashley Vastano, Allie Millington, and Robin Antozzeski led to RBI’s from Lauren Vastano, Abbey Geisel, and Chelsey Walls.
In the 4th inning, the Bandits final run came on Robin Antozzeski’s single and 4th RBI of the game. Ashley Vastano finished the game with 11 strikeouts over 5 2/3 innings.

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U12 Bandits clean up at Howell Heat Spring Fling!

The U12 Bordentown Bandits went to the Howell Heat Spring Fling ready to play and eager for the competition.  This was the first tournament of the season for the U12 Bandits and everyone was anxious to see how this year's group of girls will perform together.  Well...the beautiful weather was complemented by the great competition and awesome display by the Bandits!!  This was a round robin type tournament so there weren't any trophies to take home, but the girls did take home the feeling that their teamwork lead them to an undefeated day which signals the start of another great season for the U12 Bordentown Bandits.

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BANDITS SPRING BASH ALL FILLED UP!
The first Bandits Spring Bash Fastpitch Softball Tournament is loaded with teams.  There are 8 teams each in the U10 and U12 groups.  With all the great talent coming to the Bandits Spring Bash, there are going to be some great games.  In the U10 group, along with the Bordentown Bandits, we have the Middletown Flames, New York Panthers, Voorhees Villains, Atco Flames, Howell Heat, Fort Lee Lady Bridgemen, and Fair Haven Fury.  In the U12 group, along with the Bordentown Bandits, we have the Howell Heat (White), Burlington Lady Falcons, West Windsor Wildcats (White), Hamilton Hurricanes, Fort Lee, Old Bridge Hustlers, and Hillsborough Hurricanes. 

The Bordentown Bandits would like to welcome everyone and wish them good luck!

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Bandits Trivia Night was a blast !!

Fun, fun fun...that about sums up Trivia Night !  Thank you to all the Bandit families who contributed to making trivia night a fun filled evening.  Special thanks to Kim M. and Patti for helping with the prizes and the leg work !  Also, a great job to Augie "Trebec" for hosting the night's festivities !

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BANDITS TRIVIA NIGHT !!

The Bandits Trivia Night is going to be a night to remember.  Mark your calendars for Saturday, February 25th 6:30pm at the 2nd floor of the Divine Word Gymnasium.  There will be prizes, food, drinks, and plenty of fun !  Bring the family !  You can register your team now.  Teams will be made of 4 players and cost $15 per person.  For more info, CLICK HERE !