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IABF Hosts Inaugural Bocce Tournament

The IABF Bocce tournament at Bocce Social on Long Island was a great success! BIG thank you to Paul D’Arienzo for organizing. Special Thanks to all of our generous sponsors, our host Mike Lisi and the crew at Bocce Social and all of our bocce players. Carmine and Sons Pizzeria & Sports Bar provided an awesome lunch. Andiamo!

2026 IABF Cigar Social

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Special thanks to former Yankees greats Mike Pagliarulo, Steve Balboni, and Jim Leyritz for joining the Italian American Baseball Foundation’s annual Cigar Social. Hosted by Bourbon Street, the successful evening celebrated the IABF’s 10th anniversary with guests, board members, and supporters.

IABF Playbook Event Generates Ideas, Passion and Growth Potential

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The inaugural IABF Playbook event at Carmine & Sons Pizzeria in Brooklyn brought together Italian Americans united by baseball and heritage. The gathering advanced the Foundation’s mission, connected it with a growing audience, and encouraged conversations and ideas focused on expanding opportunities for future generations.

IABF Hosts Yankees Spring Training Game, Honors Joe Urso at First Tampa Social

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The Italian American Baseball Foundation celebrated its first Tampa Social by honoring University of Tampa baseball coach Joe Urso with an IABF Ambassador Award. The event brought together guests, sponsors, and supporters who share the foundation’s commitment to Italian heritage and baseball.

IABF Sponsors Columbus Day Tournament in Throgs Neck, NY

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The Italian American Baseball Foundation congratulated the winners of the Columbus Day Tournament in Throgs Neck, which it sponsored. The organization emphasized its commitment to youth baseball and pledged continued significant investment in development programs in both the United States and Italy.

Relive 2024 IABF Golf Outing in Photos

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The Italian American Baseball Foundation thanked the record number of golfers who attended this year’s outing and shared photos from the event. The organization also reminded supporters that its annual gala is scheduled for December 5 and encouraged them to purchase tickets.

IABF Sponsors NYS Baseball Hall of Fame Youth Tournament

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The Italian American Baseball Foundation sponsored the first New York State Baseball Hall of Fame youth tournament in upstate New York. The Hall of Fame will recognize IABF at its 2024 induction ceremony, supporting the foundation’s mission to grow baseball domestically and in Italy.

Cardinals Host Italian Heritage Night

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The Italian American Baseball Foundation continued its MLB Italian Heritage Games in St. Louis, where Chris Vaccaro met Cardinals players Andre Pallante and Daniel Descalso, both Team Italy alumni. The games promote Italian culture and have helped generate college scholarships through partnerships with MLB clubs.

IABF Leads Italian Heritage Night in Washington, D.C., Sells 1,000 Tickets

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The Italian American Baseball Foundation’s Italian Heritage Night at Nationals Park sold more than 1,000 tickets, setting a record for the event for the third consecutive year. Fans received Italy-themed jerseys, while Nationals general manager Mike Rizzo discussed his heritage; proceeds supported the IABF Scholarship Fund.

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The IABF Cigar Dinner was described as another successful event, with thanks to everyone who contributed. The organization announced plans to reunite supporters at its Golf Outing in September and Gala in December, while offering special appreciation to John Franco for his support.

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