About

The Richmond County Rebels started in January 2009.

After a disappointing 2008 season; Al, Joe, Phil and Chuck sat down and decided to form a team. After long discussions and a few cocktails, organic juice for Joe, The Rebels were born.

Selected to play was John “Bert” Bertolotti, the all around player, power, arm and speed, if only in his mind. Bert will be seen pitching, catching and playing the outfield.

Tony ”Long Ball” Garofalo was asked to play 1st base and DH, his amazing power and easy way makes him an asset to any team.

Rich “Sexy Legs” Lavino was next and he has shown to be a team player, he will be patroling the outfield this year in hopes of robbing other teams of a homeruns.

Sean ” The Cannon” Muldoon joined the team so he could throw out runners who are to lazy to run out hits to right field. Along with playing right field, The Cannon would like to try catching.

Sal “The Animal” Marzella is making a comeback, after taking a few years off, he will be patroling left field. Sal’s dedication to teamwork makes him an outstanding player to play with.

Bernie “Stick” Venditti will be playing third base with the cat like reflexes of Greg Nettles and the bat of Brooks Robinson. The Stick is looking forward to play and having a good year.

Dennis “Bull” Aponte was drafted to put a hurt on the ball. The Bull is looking forward to get back into baseball.

Richie “Quick Legs” Forero was chosen to patrol the outfiled and get on base. With his amazing speed and always finding a way to get on base, Richie hopes to be the leading scorer on the team.

Kevin “Stretch” Robbins joined the tean after long consideration to pitch the Rebels into contention. “Stretch” has amazing stuff that will confuse many batters.

Nick Sansevero is also an all-star worthy pitcher. Along with his batter mates Nick is looking for a break out year.

Billy “Married with Children” O’Neil will be playing second base this year and looks to get back into the grove of things.

Eddie “Reggie” Monsour like all tempermental hitters is dangerous when provoked but gentle when stroked. “Reggie” is looking to capitalize on last year.

As for Phil “Captain” Balaseca, he is pleased to be on a team that has a winning mentality. The “Captain” expects great things from the team and plans on delivering great things himself.

AL “HardNose” Collazo will be playing a variety of positions for the Rebels this season. “HardNose” knows how to get things done.

The crafty lefty, Chuck “The Rebel” Reilly a former NYU product, looks forward to pitching again and contributing in any way possible.

Last but certainly not least, “Joltin” Joe Kasper, a man of many talents will be patroling center field this year. He will also give some guys rest in the infield when needed. “Joltin” Joe is any asset to any team, with his speed, agility, hitting ability and powerful arm any team that takes him lightly will be sorry. Joe is also serving as team Trainer.