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Joe Pepitone, 1940-2023

The Italian American Baseball Foundation mourned Joe Pepitone, an Italian American great who played for the Yankees, Astros, Cubs and Braves from 1962 through 1973. A three-time All-Star and Gold Glove winner, Pepitone hit 219 home runs and recorded 721 RBI.

Pride, Passion and Purpose, an Italian Baseball Vision Realized

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The following was written by IABF Trustee Chris R. Vaccaro …. I’ve been caught up all day with how important today’s Team Italy win was for what we’re trying to build in Italy and what we’re fighting for among Italian Americans. We understand baseball in Italy is a niche, and harnessing our interests in Italian Americans in the game is.

Mission Classic Docuseries Part 2 Chronicles Team Italy’s WBC Arizona Training Camp

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“Mission Classic” Part 2 covers Team Italy’s Arizona mini camp and send-off dinner before the 2023 World Baseball Classic. The docuseries installment was produced by the Federation of Italian Baseball and Softball in partnership with the Italian American Baseball Foundation.

IABF Hosts Team Italy WBC Send Off Dinner in Arizona

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The Italian American Baseball Foundation hosted a 2023 World Baseball Classic send-off dinner for Team Italy at Tomaso’s in Phoenix. Manager Mike Piazza, players including Vinnie Pasquantino, David Fletcher, Nicky Lopez and Matt Harvey, and nearly 100 guests attended before the team traveled to Taiwan.

Mission Classic Docuseries Chronicles Italy’s Journey to World Baseball Classic

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“Mission Classic” Part 1 follows MLB players and coaches during a November trip to Italy ahead of the 2023 World Baseball Classic. IABF trustee Chris R. Vaccaro directed, produced, wrote and narrated the installment, with Riccardo Landi as principal photographer and editor.

Marlins Hosting Italian Heritage Game on April 14

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Marlins Hosting Italian Heritage Game on April 14. IABF will return to Miami in 2023 for another Italian Heritage celebration. Purchase an Italian Heritage ticket to get an Italian Heritage Celebration Marlins T-shirt. A portion of each ticket will benefit IABF. Get tickets:.

Mike Piazza and Lou Tallarini to Receive Joe DiMaggio Award

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The Columbus Citizens Foundation and Italian American Baseball Foundation will honor Baseball Hall of Famer Mike Piazza and former CCF President Lou Tallarini with the Joe DiMaggio Award. Event proceeds will support education, scholarships, youth showcases, and international baseball and softball development programs.

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.

Team Italy Roster Revealed for 2023 World Baseball Classic

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Team Italy, managed by Mike Piazza, will compete in Group A of the 2023 World Baseball Classic in Taichung, Taiwan, alongside Chinese Taipei, Cuba, Panama and the Kingdom of the Netherlands. The 30-player roster blends emerging prospects, redemption-seeking players and veterans, with Italy opening against Cuba on March 9.

Francesco Bonvini Earns Scholarship to College of Staten Island

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Francesco Bonvini will continue his baseball career at the College of Staten Island on an athletic scholarship. The Italian native from Parma played at Kingsborough Community College, where he was named CUNYAC Pitcher of the Year in 2022 and helped win a conference title.

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