The White Sox team of the Norwood Little League fought their way to the District 6 championship by defeating the Dedham Red Sox last Saturday.

Members of the team are, front row, left to right, Bill Lynch, Steven Fisher, Tom Gugliotta, Billy Plasko, Chris Collins, Paul Giblin and Mike O’Neal.

Second row, left to right, Charles Saraca, manager; Russell Mike, Ralph Cerillo, Bob Begley, Joe Gugliotta, Pete Didick, Joe Giampa, Ed Hanlon, and Peter Didick, team coach.

(Eugene MceLan Photo)

(All articles were originally published in the Norwood Messenger unless otherwise noted)

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