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56ers Miss Playoff Cut
July 8, 2007
HIGHLAND PARK - The Richland/Windber 56ers closed their 2007 regular season by dropping both ends of a doubleheader to Claysburg, Sunday afternoon 20-6, and 10-9. The losses dropped the 56ers to 9-13 (9-16 overall). By losing both contests, the 56ers failed to qualify for the Cambria County American Legion League playoffs for the first time since 2000. Complete box scores, with season statistics, are available on the stats link at the top of the page. League stats, standings, and league leaders can be found at Cambria County Legion Baseball.

Recent 2007 Scores
July 8, 2007
Claysburg 20 Richland/Windber 6
Claysburg 10 Richland/Windber 9
July 6, 2007
St. Michael 17 Richland/Windber 2
July 4, 2007
Portage 11 Richland/Windber 5
July 1, 2007
Richland/Windber 9 Lilly/Loretto 2
June 30, 2007
Richland/Windber 6 Bedford 5
June 27, 2007
Richland/Windber 4 Patton 1
Complete box scores, with season statistics, are available on the Team Stats link at the top of the page. League stats, standings, and league leaders can be found at Cambria County Legion Baseball.
June 22, 2007
Richland/Windber 18 Lilly/Loretto 5
June 20, 2007
Ebensburg 6 Richland/Windber 2
June 18, 2007
Cernics/CVJ 6 Richland/Windber 5
June 17, 2007
St. Michael 17 Richland/Windber 2
St. Michael 12 Richland/Windber 3
June 15, 2007
Claysburg 6 Richland/Windber 5 (8)
Complete box scores, with season statistics, are available on the Team Stats link at the top of the page. League stats, standings, and league leaders can be found at Cambria County Legion Baseball.

Kulik's Gem Lifts 56ers Over Meyersdale
June 13, 2007
MEYERSDALE - Chad Kulik went the distance on the mound as the Richland/Windber 56ers edged Meyersdale 6-5, Wednesday night. One day after being shutout and mercy-ruled by Westmont, Kulik gave the 56ers a much needed win by working all seven innings, striking out 10 and allowing only 6 hits. Pitching in a steady rain, Kulik was able to pitch around 11 walks. Chad Miller hit a two-run single in a three run third inning that gave the 56ers a 6-0 lead. Meyersdale made a late charge, including scoring one run in the bottom of the seventh inning to pull within 6-5. But Kulik got a bases loaded strikeout to end the game as Richland/Windber improved to 5-4 (5-7 overall). Complete box scores, with season statistics, are available on the stats link at the top of the page. League stats, standings, and league leaders can be found at Cambria County Legion Baseball.

Recent 2007 Scores
June 13, 2007
Richland/Windber 6 Meyersdale 5
June 12, 2007
Westmont 15 Richland/Windber 0 (5)
June 10, 2007
Portage 7 Richland/Windber 3
June 10, 2007
Richland/Windber 5 Portage 3
June 7, 2007
Richland/Windber 15 Nanty Glo 0
Complete box scores, with season statistics, are available on the Team Stats link at the top of the page. League stats, standings, and league leaders can be found at Cambria County Legion Baseball.

56ers Even League Mark With Win Over Spangler
June 4, 2007
HIGHLAND PARK - Josh Repko tripled and doubled and drove in three runs as Richland/Windber evened their 2007 Cambria County Legion record at 2-2 (2-5 overall). Andy Rubal batted 3-for-3, and Taylor Keiper and Chris Myers each doubled and had two hits apiece for the 56ers. Jake Lehman tossed five innings for the win, fanning seven while allowing four earned runs. Jeremiah Dunchak had a three-run HR for Spangler. Complete box scores, with season statistics, are available on the stats link at the top of the page. League stats, standings, and league leaders can be found at Cambria County Legion Baseball.

56ers Compete in St. Vincent Tournament
June 2-3, 2007
LATROBE, PA - The Richland-Windber 56ers competed in the 1st Annual St. Vincent College American Legion Tournament over the weekend. On Saturday, the 56ers dropped a 10-0 contest to Latrobe at Legion-Keener Park, and then dropped an 11-1 game to Derry at St. Vincent College. On Sunday, the 56ers got their offense going against Westmoreland County squad Irwin, but fell once again, 19-5. Despite losing all three games, the 56ers gained valuable tournament experience that will help the 2007 squad as they play a competitive Cambria County league schedule. (Pictured at left, Chad Kulik delivers a pitch in the tournament's opening game.) Complete box scores, with season statistics, are available on the stats link at the top of the page. League stats, standings, and league leaders can be found at Cambria County Legion Baseball.

2006 Richland-Windber 56ers 4th Place Cambria County American Legion League, Record: 14-12. PICTURED: Front row, Josh Szelong, Brad Dale, Craig Montag, Nick Samko, Daniel Barefoot, Chris Roth, Andy Rubal. Back Row, Coach Paul Leonard, Ben Leonard, Sam Eash, CJ Verostick, Jake Lehman, Josh Repko, Doug Zubal, Chad Kulick, Manager Jason Kaminsky. Absent Brandon Shingler, Chris Myers, Marco Pecora.

56ers' Capture Post-Season Hardware
The Richland-Windber 56ers fell short of their championship dreams, taking a fourth place finish after sweeping Nanty Glo, and then falling to St. Michael two games to none in the championship semi-finals. However, the 56ers were the recipients of the 2006 Cambria County American Legion Umpires Association Team Sportsmanship Award. Manager Jason Kaminsky and Coach Paul Leonard accepted the award from the umpires at the umpires' July meeting. The award is bestowed on one team each season that demonstrates the sportsmanship and values promoted by American Legion Baseball.

56ers' Ousted By St. Michael
July 15-16, 2006
A trio of Saints drove in three runs apiece as St. Michael topped Richland/Windber 14-6 to sweep the best-of-3 playoff series at Highland Park on Sunday. Broc Jennings, Josh Hershberger and Tony Mickus had three RBIs for St. Michael, while Travis Rearick chased in two runs. Ross Carpenter and Hershberger led St. Michael with four hits apiece. Teammates Jeff Rolla (three hits), Rearick (two) and Mickus (two) also turned in multiple-hit performances for the Saints. The 56ers, who close the season at 14-12, received two hits apiece from Andy Rubal, Brad Dale and Jake Lehman. Lehman also had two RBIs while Craig Montag scored twice. St. Michael (22-3) will take on Meyersdale, a 2-1 series winner over Somerset in the championship series. The best-of-3 title series begins July 18th. Complete box scores, with season statistics, are available on the stats link at the top of the page.

Highlights from the 56ers 2006 season can be found here in a special section devoted to - 2006 Photos, News & Highlights

Highlights from the 56ers 2005 season can be found here in a special section devoted to - 2005 Photos, News & Highlights

2004 Squad Earns First Ever Playoff Victories
July 20, 2004
In 2004, the Richland-Windber 56ers completed their most successful season to date, as they advanced the the semi-final round of the Cambria County Legion League Playoffs in 2004. The 'Sixers lost to eventual playoff runner-up Claysburg, bowing out 2-0 in the best-of-three semifinal series.

However, just days before, the 56ers won their first playoff game in history, as Jared Patrick (pictured at left) picked up the victory in a first round win over St. Michael. Patrick worked eight strong innings and allowed just four runs in the 12-4 win. RW closer Marc Popovich worked the ninth inning, as the 56ers won their first playoff game since entering the league in 2000.

Team Information
The Richland-Windber 56ers American Legion baseball Team is supported by the efforts of players and parents who participate in fund-raising activities throughout the year. The team also receives generous support from Richland American Legion Post 849 (Johnstown, PA).