May 2014

49 Days To Go! What Famous Chicagoans Do You Know?

The Hall of Fame will feature displays dedicated to those famous Chicagoans who have helped shape the sport in the city that they love. Pictures of Richard J. Daley, Tim Weigel, Ron Santo, Michael Jordan, Jim McMahon, Mike Royko, Gary Sinese, Joe Montegna, Chris Chelios, Mike North, Bob Sirott, Supreme Court Justice Kagan, among many …

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Today Begins the 50 Day Countdown to the Hall of Fame!

Described as “every man’s game”, 16” inch softball is a sport that has unified Chicago neighborhoods since its rise to popularity in the early 1920’s. Companies such as Commonwealth Edison began forming teams with employees from different positions and backgrounds, allowing players to trade their work boots and slacks for stretch-knit pants and team t-shirts. …

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