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Joe Piscopo Hosts IABF’s Chris Vaccaro on 970 The Answer

Joe Piscopo Hosts IABF’s Chris Vaccaro on 970 The Answer. Thanks to Joe Piscopo for hosting IABF board director Chris Vaccaro on AM 970 The Answer. Chris and Joe spoke about the upcoming IABF Gala and the growth of the organization. Listen to the segment HERE .

IABF Marches in NYC Columbus Day Parade

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The Italian American Baseball Foundation participated in Manhattan’s Columbus Day Parade. The organization described the occasion as special and expressed appreciation for the many IABF friends who attended as it continued building its presence within the Italian American community.

Anthony Volpe Named 2021 IABF Future Star

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Anthony Volpe Named 2021 IABF Future Star. TWe’re excited to announce that Yankees prospect Anthony Volpe will be at the IABF Gala in December to accept the first IABF Future Star Award! Tickets/sponsorships:. The article centers on Anthony Volpe Named 2021 IABF Future Star and presents the available facts and context from the original.

Italian American Baseball Foundation Awards First Scholarships

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The Italian American Baseball Foundation awarded its first college scholarships in fall 2021 to Francesco Bonvini, Franco Logozzo and Shannon Russo. The student-athletes, who play baseball or softball in New York and New Jersey, met criteria including academic performance, Italian heritage, roster status and financial need.

IABF Hosts Second Annual Golf Outing

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IABF held its second annual golf outing at Ramsey Golf and Country Club in New Jersey, drawing more than 75 golfers. The organization thanked its supporters, sponsors, and attendees and announced that its annual gala would take place on December 2 at Giondo’s in Brooklyn.

Italian American Baseball Foundation and National Italian American Sports Hall of Fame Announce Partnership

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Representatives of the Italian American Baseball Foundation and the National Italian American Sports Hall of Fame announced a partnership to promote Italian American heritage through sports. Their plans include youth baseball and softball clinics, cross-marketing, and expanded community and educational programs.

IABF Featured on The Sinatra Dinner Hour Podcast

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The Italian American Baseball Foundation was featured on an episode of The Sinatra Dinner Hour, recorded during its Cigar Dinner at Roslyn Social. Host Harlan Friedman spoke with Nick Luisi, Tino Martinez, and Chris Vaccaro about the event and the foundation’s growth.

Mike Pagliarulo Inducted to New York State Baseball Hall of Fame

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Italian American and IABF honorary member Mike Pagliarulo was inducted into the New York State Baseball Hall of Fame on August 15, 2021. The former major-league player, who helped the Minnesota Twins win the 1991 World Series, was joined at the celebration by IABF advisory board members Dan Palumbo and Gary Perone.

Marlins Celebrate Italian American Heritage Night with IABF

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The IABF was featured on the field during the Marlins’ Italian Heritage Night, where fans received a special Marlins Italian shirt. The organization thanked the Marlins for their hospitality and Jess Crosson for arranging the outing, and noted meeting Anthony Iapoce.

IABF Featured on YES Network’s Yankees Magazine

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The Italian American Baseball Foundation was featured on an episode of Yankees Magazine broadcast by the YES Network. The segment discussed Joey Gallo’s pride in his Italian American heritage, then presented the foundation’s cigar dinner and expanding domestic presence, with George Pisanti acknowledged for support.

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