Discover the 1988 progress of Norwood’s own Mike Wall as he climbs the ranks of professional baseball with the Pittsburgh Pirates, overcoming a broken foot to pursue his big-league dream.
Former Major League Star Richie Hebner Enjoying Life as Third-Base Coach for Norwood American Legion-August 19, 1986
Following a 20-year major league career, Norwood native Richie Hebner returned home to serve as third-base coach for Pete Wall's dominant American Legion baseball team.
Richie Hebner Denied Norwood High Hockey Coach Position-July 24, 1986
Former major league baseball star and Norwood hometown hero Richie Hebner was passed over for the Norwood High School hockey coach position. ⠀ The school committee unanimously appointed assistant coach Robert Lovell to lead the program following a recommendation by the selection committee.
Norwood Fetes Major League Baseball Stars Richie Hebner, Skip Lockwood, and Bill Travers-October 16, 1976
Over 500 residents gather at Cornetta's Iron Horse Restaurant to celebrate Norwood baseball stars Richie Hebner, Skip Lockwood, and Bill Travers.
300 Cheering Townspeople Welcome World Champion Pittsburgh Pirates Star Richie Hebner Home-October 22, 1971
World Series hero Richie Hebner received a hero's welcome in Norwood, complete with a parade, police escort, key to the town, and tributes celebrating his stellar performance with the Pittsburgh Pirates.
Pirates Rookie Richie Hebner On a Hot Streak-May 13, 1969
This Day In Norwood History-May 13, 1969-Pirates Rookie Richie Hebner On a Hot Streak
Bucs Sail On Hebrer’s Bat-May 13, 1969
HEBNER ON A HOT STREAK — Richie Hebner of Norwood and the Pirates, slides into third as ball pops out of the glove of Giants’ Ron Hunt. Hebner had four … Continue reading Bucs Sail On Hebrer’s Bat-May 13, 1969